PEDAL, PEDAL, PEDAL!The 2024 DALMAC (Dick Allen Lansing to MACkinaw) Bicycle Tour is the 53rd DALMAC. DALMAC is Michigan’s annual, fully supported, epic end-of-summer bicycle camping tour. Routes wind northward from Michigan State University on country roads and through quaint small towns, ending in historic and beautiful Mackinaw City on Sunday, September 1st. Additional routes beginning in Gladwin, Grayling and Waters also conclude in the shadow of the Mighty MAC in Mackinaw City. Each route varies in distance providing just the right challenge for all bicyclists. The 53rd DALMAC also includes a gravel route.Riders enjoy a fully supported tour that includes:Mostly low-traffic roads with spectacular scenery, including Lake Michigan and the Mackinac BridgeRolling hills and downhill thrillsAmple opportunities to enjoy cookies, ice cream and homemade pieA variety of breweries en route and in host communitiesFriendly support vehicles (SAGs), if neededBreakfast and dinner, with limited vegetarian optionsOvernight camping, shower facilities, and baggage shuttlesMobile bicycle mechanicsThings to know before registering:Private Support - Anyone providing private rider support services (Private SAGs) must register as participants and register with the appropriate private SAG option. Private SAG options include:Ø Private SAG with Meals – the registrant is not a rider but is providing support services for a registered rider. The registration provides the same access to the facilities as the riders have, including meals and showers. In addition to the registration fee, a vehicle permit is required and is automatically added to the registration. Each person in the private SAG vehicle must register separately. Registration is route specific.Ø Private SAG without Meals – the registrant is not a rider but is providing support services for a registered rider. The registration provides a vehicle permit to be onsite at camp in designated areas. Registration does not include meals. Access to shower facilities is limited to after 8:00 p.m. each day. Registration is not route specific. In addition to vehicle permit, registrant also needs to purchase access for each occupant of the SAG vehicle (including the driver) in the products and merchandise section of the registration.Again this year, none of the routes will be crossing the Mackinac Bridge. All routes will end at Mackinaw City High School.The deadline to purchase any DALMAC clothing or SWAG is June 22, 2024. The deadline to register for the 2024 DALMAC and purchase a return bus ticket is July 31, 2024.If you have any questions, please email [email protected]. Please allow 24 - 48 hours for a response.