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America's Most Beautiful Bike Ride and Tour de Tahoe postponed
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/17/2020 - 12:55pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The organizer of the 29th annual America’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride and the 18th Tour De Tahoe has announced the 2020 events will not happen. Bike the West tried to merge the two popular rides after the America's Most Beautiful was postponed earlier this year. They were to take place on September 13 but current COVID-19 restrictions and setbacks with reopening phases governed by local, county and state health agencies have led them to postpone and move to 2021.
America’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride in Lake Tahoe rescheduled
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/25/2020 - 8:53am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Another event casualty due to the coronavirus is the 29th annual America’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride. Originally set for Sunday, June 7, it has been rescheduled to combine with the 18th annual Tour de Tahoe, set for Sunday, September 13, 2020. This due to the uncertainty of current and changing CDC coronavirus COVID-19 restrictions and mandates by national, state and county health agencies.
28th annual “America’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride” around Lake Tahoe June 2
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/20/2019 - 1:05pm
Event Date:
June 2, 2019 (All day)
Over 3,000 bicycle enthusiasts will be riding the 72 miles around Lake Tahoe on Sunday, June 2 as they participate in the 28th annual America’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride.
Full slate of activities to enjoy this weekend in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/31/2018 - 7:45pm
Looking for something to do this weekend in South Lake Tahoe? No matter what you like there should be something for your to enjoy!
Saturday, June 2
The first weekend of Valhalla Renaissance Faire in South Lake Tahoe at Camp Richardson, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. More info: http://southtahoenow.com/story/05/26/2018/valhalla-renaissance-faire-south-lake-tahoe-over-two-weekends
SLTFR Captain Leslie Asbury honored
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/03/2018 - 9:43am
Captain Leslie Asbury of South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue (SLTFR) was honored during Tuesday's City Council meeting after graduating from the United States Fire Administration National Fire Academy Managing Officer Program. It was a two-year commitment for Asbury.
"We are very fortunate to have a committed and dedicated fire officer within our organization," said SLTFR Chief Jeff Meston. "We are honored to work with her."
"Jammin 4 Tash" to honor local snowboarder who died from leukemia
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/15/2018 - 5:55pm
Event Date:
January 20, 2018 (All day)
Sierra-at-Tahoe is holding "Jammin 4 Tash" on Saturday, January 20 to honor the late Natasha "Tash" Sagucka who died from Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia on November 4, 2017 at the age of 24.
"From the time she was two years old till her last days on this earth she found peace, love and light on the mountains," was stated on Sagucka's obituary. "She thrived from the energy of slashing through the trees and sliding on the rails just perfectly."
26th annual America's Most Beautiful Bike Ride in Lake Tahoe Sunday
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/01/2017 - 8:45am
Over 3,000 cyclists will be participating in the 26th annual America's Most Beautiful Bike Ride around Lake Tahoe on Sunday, June 4,
"Imagine the scenic beauty of Lake Tahoe with its crystal clear blue waters surrounded by towering majestic snow capped peaks. Imagine being able to ride a bicycle around its 72-mile shoreline or a 100-mile century ride," said Event Director Curtis Fong.
The ride isn't a race, but a fun ride and is fully supported with volunteers manning rest stops along the way with food and beverage.
SLT Captain Asbury climbs 69 flights of stairs in Seattle fundraiser
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/21/2017 - 7:57pm
It was a task most wouldn't think of attempting, climbing 69 flights of stairs in the fastest time possible. If that weren't enough of a vigorous endeavor, attempt the climb in full firefighting gear and breathing apparatus.
That's 1,356 steps and 788 vertical feet in the second tallest building west of the Mississippi. All accomplished by carrying an 50-60 pounds of extra weight, and all in the name of charity.
25th America's Most Beautiful Bike Ride on Sunday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/03/2016 - 6:26pmMountain Resort Television reporter Nicole Marsel interviews Curtis Fong about Sunday's annual America's Most Beautiful Bike Ride, an event he created 25 years ago.
America's Most Beautiful Bike Ride
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/16/2015 - 10:12pmAmerica's Most Beautiful Bike Ride a 72 mile #bicycling event in #LakeTahoe sponsored by Bike The West to benefit the The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. This year over 3,500 riders participated raising over $3 million dollars according to Nancy Kerry.
Video features the race start, comments by Curtis Fong and Wendy David, race action from Stateline to Lakeview commons and from Zephyr Cove to the finish line.
3,500 cyclists will take part in America's Most Beautiful Bike Ride
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/06/2015 - 6:24pm
Cyclists from around the country have descended upon South Lake Tahoe for the 24th annual America's Most Beautiful Bike Ride around Lake Tahoe on Sunday, June 7, 2015.
All 3,500 spots have been filled by riders participating in the 72-mile around the lake ride, the 100-mile Century ride and the 35-mile fun ride which includes a boat cruise.
Fun and free events highlight Tahoe Bike Challenge
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/28/2015 - 9:30pm
During the two weeks the Tahoe Bike Challenge is going on in Lake Tahoe, there are community events almost every day, including yoga, group rides and movies. .
Here is the full list from the Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition:
Group Rides to Kick-off Party | North Shore | Free
May 30 | Noon - 1 p.m.
23rd Annual America's Most Beautiful Bike Ride on Sunday
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/31/2014 - 9:26pm
America's Most Beautiful Bike Ride isn't your normal Sunday bike ride unless you normally ride around Lake Tahoe with 3,000 of your friends. The annual bike ride has been bringing riders to Lake Tahoe annually for the past 22 years.
This year's 23rd Annual event is on Sunday, June 1. With the temporary closure of the Horizon for remodeling, the staging for the ride has moved across the street to the MontBleu.
Sierra Nevada Cancer Center opens cancer treatment center in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 07/01/2013 - 8:00pmSierra Nevada Cancer Center opened a new cancer treatment center at 1154 Emerald Bay Road in South Lake Tahoe July 1, 2013.
Sierra Nevada Cancer Center is a state-of-the-art oncology and hematology facility now offering treatment in five locations including Carson City, Fallon, Gardnerville and Sparks. The South Lake Tahoe facility will expand the reach of Sierra Nevada Cancer Center making cancer treatment more convenient and closer to home for those living at the Lake.
Lake Tahoe hosts 3,300 plus for America's Most Beautiful Bike Ride
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 05/30/2012 - 11:55amImagine the scenic beauty of Lake Tahoe with its crystal clear blue waters surrounded by towering majestic snow capped peaks. Imagine being able to ride a bicycle around its 72-mile shoreline or a 100-mile century ride. On Sunday more than, 3,300-plus bicycling enthusiasts from all over the country will participate in the 21st annual America’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride around Lake Tahoe.
