Tour de Kerala, 2014
(i) Mountain Challenge, Sabarimala; A 90 Km Cyclothon on 28 Sep
(ii) Flavors of Kerala, 11 Days Cycle Tour

Description
Tour de Kerala (TDK)
Opportunity knocks at your door, this time to be a part of one of the greatest adventure extravaganzas being held in the most soothing and serene ambience the nature can offer, through the silence of the woods and the sanctity of the forest, to ride along the ripples and jiggles of the waters of one of the most beautiful tourist destinations of the world – KERALA.

For the first time ever, God’s Own Country is getting set to host a National level cycling event involving renowned and professional riders from across the length & breadth of the country. A few riders from the Australian Continent and from other parts of the world have also confirmed their participation, giving the event an international feel and style. And yes, the event is sure to stand out in the crowd with its professional execution and coordination.

The wait is over..!! The track is ready, the backstage is getting set and the nature beckons you to the lush greenery of Pathanamthitta – the cleanest and the least polluted village in the whole country as certified by the Pollution Control Board of India.

Objectives
Aiming at promotion of Tourism and the importance of maintaining one’s health, this event also spreads its goodness message about saving our mother Earth and conservation of forests. This shall also provide a gateway for organizing more of National level cycling events in our State for its most ideal climatic and geographic conditions for such events.

Who does it?
The event is being organized and executed by one of the veteran operators in this field, ‘Santos King’, which is based in Kochi. They have the rich experience of having conducted various cycle tours within Kerala and parts of South India, and are well versed with tackling the complexities and formalities associated with such events. This is the first ever National level event of this team, and is expected to create waves in the general public and youth population of Kerala.

Who supports?
Cycling Clubs, Cycle lovers, School/College Students, IT Companies, various departments of Kerala State Government, especially Tourism & Sports.

& What More? 
There is also a 11-day exotic cycling tour package – ‘Flavors of Kerala’ being planned through the major tourist locations of the state, connecting the most adventurous landscapes and mountain sides.

NUTSHELL
Event Name	: Tour de Kerala (TDK) - Mountain Challenge: Sabarimala
Event Details : A 90+ km Cyclothon, along the Sabarimala high roads, Ranni Perunad – Pampa – Ranni Perunad
Event Date / Time	: 28th of Sep 2014, 7 am to 3 pm
No of Participants : 200+
Prizes	: 1st – Fuji Road Bike worth Rs. 49990*
2nd – Fuji Hybrid Bike worth Rs. 29990*
3rd – Fuji MTB worth Rs. 28990* 
(* As per the availability of bikes / Conditions Apply)
Medals for first 50 riders, Certificates
Other Attractive Prizes
Registration Fees	: Rs. 1500 (Includes TDK jersey, Lunch)

We also provide Drinking Water, Bananas at Cooling Pointes, after every 10 kms, Ambulance & Medical Assistance Unit, Support Vehicles & Support Staffs etc.