Le Tour de Tampa

Welcome to the exhilarating Virtual Tour de Tampa! Get ready to lace up your running shoes and experience the thrill of this unique virtual competition. In this exciting event, participants will form teams of two and embark on a 21-day running challenge, perfectly aligned with the iconic Tour de France cycling race.

Starting on July 1st and concluding on July 23rd, the Virtual Tour de Tampa combines the passion for running with the spirit of the world's most renowned cycling event. The goal is to complete a total of 21 individual runs during this period, mirroring the 21 stages of the Tour de France.

Each team member will contribute by logging the points from their run/walk (each full mile is one point), which can be completed at any time and location convenient to them. Whether you prefer early morning jogs, twilight trail runs, or vibrant city routes, the choice is yours. Each runner also earns ten bonus points for each logged run that is completed at a LOUD group run/event. That's a potential of 140 extra points if you and your teammate run at every group run/event. To add a little more excitement, we'll also have a TDF trivia question at each group event. The first correct or the closest answer will receive 10 bonus points.

At the culmination of the Virtual Tour de Tampa, participants will celebrate their accomplishments, having completed 21 runs symbolizing the legendary stages of the Tour de France. Finishers will receive virtual badges, certificates of achievement, and the satisfaction of having conquered this virtual challenge in the spirit of camaraderie, endurance, and determination.

By embracing the spirit of fair competition and recognizing the accomplishments of all athletes, the Virtual Tour de Tampa aims to create an environment that fosters equality, camaraderie, and empowerment. Whether you're part of a coed team, a men's team, or a women's team, the race offers an opportunity for teams in each category to chase their dreams and bask in the glory of the iconic yellow jersey.

Winning doesn't always mean wearing the yellow jersey. This year, there will be stages dedicated to sprints and mountain climbs, giving teams the chance to compete for the green jersey among the best sprinters and the polka dot jersey for the King/Queen of the Mountain.

So, gather your running buddy, form a team, and be a part of this extraordinary virtual race. The Virtual Tour de Tampa awaits, where the road is yours to conquer, and the thrill of the race knows no boundaries. Join us on this exhilarating journey and let the virtual pavement be your stage!