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# American Diabetes Association Tour de Cure Returns to Santa Monica Pier May 21
- URL: https://www.smdp.com/051705-story-20050517-4/
- Published: 2005-05-17T15:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-10-23T07:10:15.000Z
- Author: Guest Author
- Tags: Events, Pier, #archive-import

*By Daily Press staff*

Cycling now has a new benefit — and it’s more than physical. The American Diabetes Association’s Tour de Cure, an annual cycling event, will be held on the Santa Monica Pier Saturday, May 21, along a scenic route, according to association officials. The event raises funds for diabetes research, programs, and advocacy. The event has three levels — targeted to beginner, intermediate and advanced cyclists. The 50-mile event begins at 7 a.m. The 25-mile ride begins at 8:30 a.m. and the five-mile family ride starts at 9:30 a.m. With each scenic ride, participants can expect fully-loaded rest stops and support vehicles, and a free lunch along with music and entertainment at the completion of the event. To register, visit www.diabetes.org/santamonicatour or for information, call 1-888-DIABETES, ext. 7447\. Vets need books

*Originally published in the Santa Monica Daily Press print edition on May 17, 2005.* [Read the original PDF.](https://s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/smdp%5Fbackissues/051705.pdf?ref=smdp.com)