Norikura Century Charity Ride

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- 日本語 (Japanese)

NORTHSTAR is stoked to offer you NORIKURA CENTURY Charity Ride on 9/23-25 (actual ride on Sat. 9/24). The focus of this event is to (A) increase awareness of cancer research and prevention (a part of donations will go to LIVESTRONG), and also to support Tyler Foundation, an organization for child cancer and their program for Tohoku; “Shine On! Tohoku Children Support Program” which support mental care for children in the stricken area, (B) ride with friends and make new friends, and (C) to be physically challenged. Many of us have dreamed of riding around Mount Norikura but would never do it alone and now you have this great opportunity to experience an epic European style GRAN FONDO here in Japan! At an amazing 100 miles* (160 kilometers), we have created this challenge for the cyclist who is willing to see what they are made of. (THIS IS NOT A RACE but a personal challenge to be done with your friends.)

*The construction we had last year is now finished and we can ride 153km long loop around Mt. Norikrura.

“I am personally stoked about NORIKURA CENTURY as it will mark the 3rd year since I found out I had melanoma, and it will be a grand time to celebrate life …. to remember that REAL ADVENTURE and REAL LIFE is what we were designed for. I am thankful for the prayers from many friends and many guests to pull me through these tough times. Will you ride with me on this challenge?”
- Dan

Grassroots Event Supporter ID: 256218947

When

Saturday, September 24th*
*You must register on 23rd. The Century Ride Package will be for 23rd to 25th (2 nights 3 days)

Who

Road Riders over the age of 18**
**You must be in good shape and be able to do basic bike repairs yourself on the road. The Norikura Century is technical and climbing century with long ascents and descents (the object is NOT to do rapid descents) and should only be attempted by competent, experienced riders.

How Many

Cost

Event and Donation: ¥9,000 (¥5,000 for donation)

Century Package: ¥23,000 (includes 2 night lodgings with 4 meals, Event and Donation)

Lodging: ¥7,800 per person (includes dinner and breakfast)

BBQ Only (Sep. 24th): ¥1,500

Payment: Your reservation/application will be finalized when you send in your non-refundable donation and event fee. Your lodging fee will be either paid at the check in time or if you are staying an extra day at your check out time. You will not have time to do your check out on the morning of the ride.

Schedule

DAY ONE – 9/23

3:00PM Check-in and final registration

5:00PM Event Orientation and Welcome Party*
*All participants are strongly recommended to attend.

6:00PM Dinner

**We are planning on have a massage therapist come in but it will be reservations only and for 30 minute blocks (3,000 per 30 minutes). If you are interested please contact us in advance.

DAY TWO – 9/24

4:00AM Breakfast

5:30AM Meet at Northstar

5:45AM START OF THE CENTURY RIDE

*Lunch will be on your own and can be purchased at a connivence store along the route of the ride.

12:00PM　80km Time Limit at Michi-no-Eki Hida Asahi Mura

4:30PM　118km Time Limit at Nomugi-Pass

6:00PM Last arrival　Goal at NORTHSTAR

6:30PM Celebration and BBQ (for those who are staying an extra night)

DAY THREE – 9/25

8:00AM Breakfast at own lodge

9:00AM Mountain Bike Guided Tour (Optional)

Route

We strongly encourage you to ride this as a team event. As mentioned, you must be in good shape and be able to do basic bike repairs yourself on the road. The Norikura Century is technical and climbing century with long ascents and descents (4,000 vertical meters; the object is NOT to do rapid descents) and should only be attempted by competent, experienced riders. All riders start and finish at the same location, however since this is not a timed event, there will be no official recorded time nor an official starting time. There will be a initial start for the riders at 6 am.

The ride will go through astounding scenery around Mt. Norikura. From the classic ascent of Norikura Hill Climb (21 Kilometers) starting at 1500 M and climbing to 2720 M, to the rolling traverse above Takayama, following the historical route of Nomugi at 1672M, a descent to Nagawa, finally the last climb from Nagawa to Shirakaba-Pass and ride down to NORTHSTAR. There really is no better way to enjoy this part of the Northern Japan Alps!

Norikura Kanko Center (1450M) – Norikura Echo Line – Prefecture Border (2720M)- Noikura Sky Line – Hirayu Pass (1684M) – R158 – Hida Nohen Rt. (655M) – Bijyo Hights (830M) – R831 (Kiso Kaido) – Nomugi Kaido – Nomugi Pass (1672M) – Nagawa（1009m） – Shirakaba Pass - Norikura Kanko Center（1450m）

Rout Map (Only in Japanese)：http://yj.pn/Ty1ORV

*GPS Data（GPXFile）The GPS data is downloadable from the link above.

Riding Safety

This event started in 2009 and our focus is to put on an enjoyable, safe ride however the roads will not be closed to cars and bicycle safety will ultimately be your personal responsibility.

NORTHSTAR will provide detailed course maps, marked turns, and a safety vehicle for unexpected problems at the 80 kilometer mark. It is however the responsibility of the rider to have a well maintained bicycle, all necessary repair equipment including a pump, extra tubes, lights for tunnels, sunscreen, and enough water and power gel. Riding in a group is suggested and helmets and a light for front and back are always mandatory. *Please remember that you will be going over 3 passes and the weather can be very unpredictable. BE PREPARE! Bring an extra shirt, rain gear. Stay Warm!

It is a requirement that riders obey all traffic laws. That means STOPPING at all stop signs. Riders also need to watch speed limits. Police will ticket offenders! Also, iPODS or other MP3 or Radios if worn while cycling are extremely DANGEROUS, for your safety and the safety of others, don’t use your iPod while riding!
This is not a race and we do not have any official timing though we will have a check point at the mid point of the rout, 80km. The latest arrival time will be 12:00pm and if you are later than that, you need to ride on a support vehicle back to NORTHSTAR. Support vehicles will drive slow and support other participants and retired riders need to ride the van along the course. The vehicle will not go back home from the check point.
Each rider will be responsible for himself/herself. There will be a mid-point where there will be a support vehicle but remember that that is for ONLY emergency purposes only. Ride with a friend! Get to know others! Don’t go alone.
Please make sure to give all riding partners your cell phone number BUT also remember that there are many areas that does not have coverage!
Riders should expect the ride to be 8-12 hours long, with most riders arriving back to the start point from 3pm-5pm. After the ride there will be a Yukemurikan Onsen ticket available for all participants. Finally, we will end the evening by having a American style BBQ and Celebration.