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Crank It Forward 2025 Summary and Auction Item Descriptions

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Crank It Forward 2025 Presented by Signature Windows and Doors

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This year’s featured speaker, Connie Carpenter

2025’s Auction Items

Thank you to each and every donor who has gone out of their way to partner with C4C by donating items for auction.

There are five total auction items for Crank It Forward 2025.  One is a “heads-or-tails” item that is $25 per chance, maximum three chances per attendee.  This year’s auctioneer is Nate Jackson of The Gala Team.
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North Vietnam Epic Mixed Surface 15 Day/14 Night Event – March 16-30, 2026 – Two Spots Total Available
More than a bike tour, this is a Hobbini Global Cycling Escapade, a cycling-based immersion in the local Vietnamese way of life and culture!
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We’ll travel to the most northerly parts of Vietnam along the Chinese border for a gravel and pavement adventure unlike any other.  The route will carve a meandering course on small roads over mountain ranges and along river valleys through a region that is remote, mountainous, and stunningly beautiful.
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Join with about 40 other competent and experienced gravel aficionados, mostly from Boulder, on a custom-designed tour developed in tandem with Vietnam’s leading backcountry cycling tour operator.
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While the riding is challenging, the support is first class.  Excellent hotels and homestays each night are included as are most meals (dietary preferences supported), aid vehicles and mechanics, food/beverage stations, airport and route transfers, and even a daily post-ride beer!
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30-50 miles of riding daily, with plenty of climbing on these rural backroads.  10 riding days are planned, but riders can take days off when desired.
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Bring your own bike, or rent a quality mountain bike or e-bike (extra cost).
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This is a priceless opportunity, but the trip package itself is valued at $2,500.  The only way to get on this private, sold out trip is through the C4C Crank It Forward auction, so don’t miss out.
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This is the trip of a lifetime, your best chance ever to cycle in an exotic, far-flung riding locale that few riders have ever had the opportunity to experience.
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Included:
15 days and 14 nights (March 16-30,2026)
Accommodations at 3-4 star hotel/homestays w/ daily breakfast
Most lunches and dinners (dietary preferences supported)
Support/transfer vehicles and aid stops w/ snacks and beverages
Professional guides, mechanics and translators
Airport shuttles
Staff tip
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Not included:
Airfares to/from Hanoi
Travel insurance
Visa
Some lunches and dinners
Single room supplement ($375)
E or Mtn Bike rental (optional)
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For more information, contact Don Hobbs at dmhobbs53@gmail.com
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Four Nights at Our Lady of Perpetual Motion in Downtown Fruita, CO
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This perpetual favorite is back again: a fully modernized converted church with five bedrooms, three full bathrooms, two kitchens, secure bike parking, and plenty of room for your crew to spread out (maximum group size 15). Stay in style and enjoy Fruita’s great cycling, hiking, and lively art and music scene. No blackout dates, but Our Lady is popular during the world-class spring and autumn mountain/gravel biking seasons; the owners will help you coordinate dates for your stay. Please book by December 31, 2025 for stays from now until March 2026. Visit https://www.ourladyfruita.com/ to learn more.
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A Four Night Stay in The White Wolf Neighborhood of Breckenridge
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Cool nights, warm days, mountain biking that’s off the charts; this is a great place to vacation.  C4C will put the winner in touch with the property manager to arrange details.  Must be booked by Friday May 30th for dates in July,  August, or September, 2025.  Black out dates July 3-7, August 30  – September 3, 2025, and other dates that the property may be reserved by guests.  No pets.  See details here.
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Up to One Week Free Lodging in Bentonville at the Osage Oasis
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Walk, drive, or ride on one of the provided bikes just 1 block to hop on Northwest Arkansas’s extensive MTB trail system or enjoy the many perks of Osage Park! Explore the rest of town with ease! Our home is less than 2 miles from the Bentonville Square, The Momentary, and more! At home, enjoy amenities for up to 6 guests in our 3 bed/2 bath home with a backyard oasis and bike wash station.  More information here.

Subject to Availability

Blackout dates: May 20-27, 2025, October 11-19, 2025

Donated by Leslie and Russell Chandler.  Russ is a founder of C4C.

Heads-or-Tails Item:  One Free Entry to Colorado’s Ride and a Case of Wine Selected by C4C’s Board

 

One free entry to this year’s August 17 -22 multi-day supported tour starting and finishing in Durango.  A minimum $675 value, this item is donated by Bill Plock, the tour’s director.  Get the details here or click on the image above to watch the video.

The board wine item is a case (12 bottles) of wine, each one retailing for at least $30 and hand selected by the board of directors of C4C.  Sounds simple but this has been a popular item year after year.

Thank you for supporting C4C.

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