Welcome to Week 1: The Grand Départ

The Tour begins here.

Do You Have What It Takes? is a 3-week virtual cycling challenge inspired by the spirit of the Tour. Each week, riders choose a division, complete the ride challenge, post their progress, and earn a downloadable passport stamp based on the jersey they rode for that week.

Week 1 is The Grand Départ — your official start line.

Choose your jersey. Ride your tour. Earn your stamp.

Register for the Challenge

Choose Your Jersey

  • Green Jersey badge

    Endurance division. For riders building consistency and showing up for the ride.

    Ride Green 

  • Yellow Jersey

    Distance division. For riders ready to go farther and keep moving.

    Ride Yellow 

  • Polka Dot Jersey

    Climber division. For riders chasing elevation, effort, and the harder route.

    Ride Polka Dot 

How It Works

  1. Register using the challenge form.
  2. Join the team Facebook group.
  3. Choose your Week 1 jersey division.
  4. Complete your ride challenge.
  5. Post your ride in the Facebook group.
  6. Download the passport page that matches your jersey.
  7. Come back next week for the next stage.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need ROUVY?

No. ROUVY is encouraged for the virtual Tour experience, but riders can participate outdoors, indoors, or however they ride.

Do I need to race?

No. This is a challenge, not a race.

How do I earn a jersey?

Choose the division that matches your ride for the week: Green, Yellow, or Polka Dot.

Can I change jerseys each week?

Yes. You can ride Green one week, Yellow the next, and Polka Dot later.

Where do I post my ride?

Post your ride in the team Facebook group.

Where do I get my passport?

Passport downloads will be linked by week and jersey division.

Week 1 Challenge: The Grand Départ

Your goal this week is simple: start the Tour. Choose your jersey, complete your ride, and post your progress. This week is about showing up, getting rolling, and joining the challenge.

View Week 1 Ride Guide

Challenge Links