PALM XXVII
27th Annual Pedal Across Lower Michigan
June 21-27, 2008
PALM is an exciting six day bicycle ride across Michigan. We use scenic, paved back roads geared to the novice and intermediate rider. The daily distances (35 to 60 miles) and terrain make PALM unusually well suited to family bicycling. There are longer optional routes for more experienced riders. The emphasis is on the social and recreational aspects of bicycling. This year our largest age group was the 10 to 19 year olds, followed by 50 to 59 year olds. One third of our riders are new to PALM every year, but another third have ridden PALM from 5 to 20 times. We camp at schools and use a different route every year.
If you have any questions, you can email us at palmbiketour@yahoo.com or call us at 734-669-0172.
The Latest
- As of February 19, PALM has reached its 700 rider limit for 2008 and is no longer accepting applications.
- You have until June 1 to make meal additions/changes.
- For week long parking at Sterling State Park you will need a State Park Motor Vehicle Pass - $24 resident / $29 non-resident / $6 senior resident(65+)
Any pictures, blogs, diaries, comments, or moments from this year's ride that you would like to share? Please email them to palmwebguy@ameritech.net so that we can include them on the web site. Help others discover PALM.
2008 Route
|
Sat |
Sun |
Mon |
Tue |
Wed |
Thu |
Fri |
|
Approx Mileage |
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W/Optional Mileage |
71 |
70 |
64 |
102 |
50/75 |
None |
2007 Route
|
Sat |
Sun |
Mon |
Tue |
Wed |
Thu |
Fri |
|
Approx Mileage |
48 |
49 |
56 |
55 |
52 |
33 |
|
W/Optional Mileage |
54 |
73 |
76 |
100 |
82 |
None |
2006 Route
|
Sat |
Sun |
Mon |
Tue |
Wed |
Thu |
Fri |
|
Approx Mileage |
48 |
46 |
57 |
36 |
56 |
29 |
|
W/Optional Mileage |
58 |
59 |
105 |
47 |
70 |
None |
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