Don’t plan on flying home at the end of Interbike next year. For the 31st annual bicycle trade show you might want to stay the weekend and line up a bike to ride. Interbike’s organizers has announced that the trade show will partner next year with the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC) to bring more bicycle industry participation, in the form of sponsorship and exhibition opportunities, to the RTC 2012 Viva Bike Vegas Gran Fondo.
The 2012 edition of Interbike will be held September 17-21, and the RTC 2012 Viva Bike Vegas Gran Fondo will take place immediately following the show on Saturday, Sept. 22.
“Cyclists from across the country and around the world come to Las Vegas every year to ride in the RTC Viva Bike Vegas,” said Jacob Snow, RTC general manager. “We are proud to partner with Interbike, the nation’s premier bicycle trade event, in showcasing our cycling-friendly city and inviting Interbike exhibitors and attendees to join us for our fifth annual event.”
Snow added that the RTC will soon be recognized by the League of American Bicyclists as a Silver Level Bicycle Friendly Business, the first such designation in Nevada at any level, for its efforts to encourage a more bicycle friendly atmosphere. “The RTC has been committed to promoting cycling in Las Vegas, and this event will offer another opportunity for Interbike exhibitors and sponsors to reach even more domestic and international consumers who love cycling in Las Vegas and come here every year for our marquee event.”
In 2012, all riders will again have the unique opportunity to bike the bright lights of the world-famous Las Vegas Strip with a police escort. RTC 2012 Viva Bike Vegas Gran Fondo will feature three spectacular routes — 103, 60 and 17-mile courses — for cyclists of all skill levels taking riders from the Las Vegas Strip to the vistas of the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area and the scenic trails near Lake Mead National Park.
Rider registration for RTC 2012 Viva Bike Vegas Gran Fondo is already available online, and registration is still open for this year’s event being held on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2011. Interbike exhibitors and attendees interested in riding in this year’s event can register at www.vivabikevegas.com, and enter promo code INTERBIKE for $25 off registration.