The 1999 TREK had 29 radio operators employing their 2-meter equipment and the 146.82 and 146.67 repeaters. Distance and topography present a challenge to all participating radio operators. It starts at the Waukesha County Technical College with an overnight stay at the University of Wisconsin, Whitewater campus. The second day finds the finish line at the Allient Energy center in Madison. Operators are also assigned to each rest stop, sag-wagon, and ambulance to provide speedy attention wherever needed.
Net control is positioned midway between the start and finish lines each day.
Two repeaters support communications during this event. This Tour provides an outstanding opportunity to test equipment and personal abilities to overcome adverse conditions such as distance and topography. Additionally, Wisconsin weather is always a challenge. There is generally 1600 to 2000 rider participants in this very worthwhile and important fundraiser. A minimum of thirty-five Radio Operators is required plus several hundred other volunteers.