The 40th annual Tour de Paris, where 80 miles of rubber meets the road, has been set for July 20 in Lamar County.
The Tour de Paris began in 1984 with just a few enthusiastic cyclists. Since then, it has evolved into a community favorite that now boasts over 1,700 cyclists and volunteers.
The Tour de Paris features multiple routes that are tailored to riders of all skill levels. These include the 14 & 24 mile off-road on the Northeast Texas Trail and the 22, 35, 62, 68, and 80-mile county routes. Maps for each route can be viewed below.
Registration for the event is now open and packet pick-up and after ride activities will be held at the Love Civic Center, 2025 S Collegiate Drive.
Official start will take place at 8 a.m.
Pre-registration ends Friday, July 19th at 11:59 pm.
Shirts are not included but may be purchased for $10 as an add-on item during registration. Shirts must be ordered by June 2.
For more information or to register, click here
