East Troy's 1st ever Slow Ride Bike Race

Ten locals competed for last place during East Troy’s 1st ever Slow Ride Bike Race during the East Troy Cycling Classic on Friday, June 19 on the East Troy Village Square, Day 2 of the Tour of America's Dairyland.

Mitch Burki took home the Slow Ride Championship title. Jamie Rohrer of 2894 on Main won Best Dressed with his pirate costume.

Thanks to all of the amazing participants for a great event!

HEAT 1: Jamie Rohrer of 2894 on Main, Jerry Mane, David Allen of East Troy House/Ivan's on the Square, Jason Kehl, Megan Kehl and Mike Kehl of Fitness Mission

HEAT 2: Adam Kehl, Mitch Burki, Justin Rohrer, Jerry Schneider and Vic Stanford

Finals: Jerry Mane, Mitch Burki, Justin Rohrer and Jamie Rohrer

THE RULES:

Up to 20 entrants will ride a bicycle (either their own or one that is provided) from 2100 Church St., to the start/finish line of the East Troy Cycling Classic, 2096 Church St. (former East Troy Chamber of Commerce Office) for total of 52 feet. 

Each rider competes to be the slowest rider without stopping, putting a foot or arm onto the ground (building, person, etc.) in order to win. No track standing. Riders must be always be moving forward in a straight line.

Round 1: 2 heats of up to 10 riders. First and second place winners (slowest riders or riders who go the farthest) of each heat advance to Final Round

Final Round: 4 riders