Long course challenge ahead at Tour of the Murray River

No mail today as the 2010 Elgas Tour of the Murray River speeds by.

No mail today as the 2010 Elgas Tour of the Murray River speeds by. (Image credit: Shane Goss)

Course planners for the 2011 Tour of the Murray River road cycling classic have produced the most expansive and challenging route in the event's 16-year history. The 847 kilometre tour will start in Yarrawonga on Sunday, August 28, and conclude with its traditional 66 kilometre kermesse in Mildura on Sunday, September 4.