The 16th Annual Tour de Nez: a two-day celebration of cycling in Truckee and Reno to satisfy the bike geek in everyone.

A true celebration of all things cycling pedals into Reno and Truckee June 18 - 21 for one of the most complete cycling events to be found. Pro, amateur, and enthusiast events highlight the joy, excitement, and beloved culture of cycling. As a part of USA Cycling's national race series comprised of 33 events throughout the United States with participants earning points toward individual national rankings. This year includes a Masters and a Pro race with cyclists winding through the streets of Reno's downtown Truckee River Arts District along with other Truckee and other Lake Tahoe area courses. Grab a front row seat as some of the nation's top professional cycling teams compete for a chance to take home more than $30,000 in prize money.

Started 16 years ago to celebrate the anniversary of Reno's first coffee house, Deux Gros Nez - which closed two years ago - the Tour de Nez has grown from a Masters Twilight Criterium to a cycling extravaganza in Truckee and Reno. Revelers will enjoy live music, belly dancing, bike demonstrations, mint juleps, bike decorating contests, face painting, and a world full of bike madness and mayhem. For more information, contact (775) 348-6673 or visit http://www.tourdenez.com.