Tour De Lopez – Waiver and Legal Information
Welcome to the Tour De Lopez registration process. Before you proceed to the ticket purchase form, it’s essential to understand and accept the Waiver and Hold Harmless Agreement associated with this event.
Understanding the Waiver
This Waiver is a legal agreement that releases the Lopez Island Chamber of Commerce and its affiliates from liability during your participation in the Tour De Lopez. By purchasing a ticket, you will be required to accept this Waiver on behalf of yourself and any other participants included in your ticket purchase.
We highly recommend that you read the entire Waiver carefully to fully understand the terms you will agree to.
WAIVER AND HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT
I acknowledge that by signing this Waiver and Hold Harmless Agreement (“Waiver”), I am releasing the Lopez Island Chamber of Commerce and its directors, agents, employees, members, event sponsors, promoters, and affiliates from any liability arising from my participation in the Tour De Lopez (“TDL”) Event. I understand that executing this Waiver is a prerequisite for participation in the TDL and that this Waiver is a valid and binding contract between me and the Lopez Island Chamber of Commerce.
I understand and acknowledge certain risks associated with bicycle riding, including serious bodily injury or death, and I expressly agree to assume those risks. I fully assume the risks associated with such participation, including but not limited to dangers of collision with pedestrians, vehicles, other riders, and fixed or moving objects; the dangers arising from surface hazards, including potholes, equipment failure, inadequate safety equipment, my own negligence, and weather conditions. I understand that Lopez Island is a rural area with hills, limited visibility, and narrow, curving roads with little or no shoulder.
I understand that this Waiver is also binding on my heirs and representatives. If I am signing on behalf of a minor, I accept full responsibility for all medical expenses incurred due to the minor’s participation. I agree to hold harmless and indemnify the entities named above for any claim brought on behalf of the minor.
I warrant that I am in proper physical condition to participate in this event, a sufficiently competent cyclist to handle the road conditions, and that my bicycle is in a safe operating condition. I understand that wearing a bicycling helmet can minimize head injuries in a cycling accident. All participants have been strongly advised to wear an approved helmet during this event. I agree to follow the rules of the road, all applicable laws, and safe bicycling practices. I grant the Lopez Island Chamber of Commerce the right to use photographs of me and/or the minor listed below during the Tour de Lopez for event promotion.
I understand and agree that this Waiver is intended to be a complete and unconditional release of all liability as permitted by the laws of the State of Washington. I further understand and agree that this Waiver shall be governed by and construed per the laws of the State of Washington and that the venue for any legal action arising out of this Waiver shall be in the San Juan County Superior Court.
I have carefully read and considered the implications of this Waiver and fully understand its contents. I understand and acknowledge that I am giving up significant legal rights, including the right to sue. I understand I have the right to consult with my chosen legal counsel before signing this Waiver. By my signature below, I have either consulted with an attorney or have knowingly and voluntarily declined to do so.
Acknowledging the Waiver
- Read Before Purchasing: Ensure you and all party members have read and fully understood the Waiver.
- Electronic Agreement: On the ticket purchase form, you will be asked to acknowledge your electronic acceptance of this Waiver.
- Binding Agreement: Note that agreeing to this Waiver is a legal commitment and is necessary for participation in the Tour De Lopez.
Proceeding to the ticket purchase form indicates that you have read, understood, and accepted all terms of the Waiver and Hold Harmless Agreement.