The ride starts @ 07:30 for all five routes
The Grand Prize giveaway is a Specialized road bike, courtesy of Capitol Cyclery
A gumbo lunch will be served after the ride. It’s pretty good!
This ride benefits Special Olympics Louisiana
Fees
- $10 for 10 mile route prior to the day of the ride.
- $15 for 10 mile route the day of the ride.
- $25 for 27, 40, 50 and 62.5 mile routes prior to the day of the ride.
- $30 for 27, 40, 50 and 62.5 mile routes the day of the ride.
Visit the organizer’s website for the route maps..
From the organizer’s website:
“What many have claimed to be the best kept secret in Texas cycling, the Rolling Hills Challenge 2013 offers cyclists some of the most picturesque, yet challenging bike routes in South Central Texas.
25, 50, 62.5 and 100 Mile Routes
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The gentle hills of Colorado and Fayette Counties offer cyclists a unique setting not found in bike rides around the Houston area. Cyclists will also discover very little vehicle traffic on the routes.
We encourage you to take part in the ride and Discover Columbus.
For more information on the bike ride please call James Yearwood at 979.732.3750.
Commonly referred to as the “Gateway to the Hill Country,” Columbus is conveniently located at the junction of Highway 71 and 1-10, seventy miles west of Houston, 90 miles southeast of Austin and 120 miles east of San Antonio.
Starting Point:
The Rolling Hills Challenge will begin at Colorado County Beason’s Park on the east bank of the Colorado River.
From Houston (traveling west on I-10): Take the 698 exit and follow Hwy. 90 towards Columbus. Beason’s Park will be on your left prior to crossing the Colorado River bridge.
From San Antonio (traveling east on I-10): Take the Columbus 696 exit, turn left under the freeway and go north on Business Hwy 71, veer to the right on Spur 52 to downtown Columbus. Turn right at the red light on to Walnut and continue until you cross the Colorado River bridge. Beason’s Park will be on your right.
From Austin (traveling south on Hwy-71): Take the Columbus Business Hwy 71 exit and turn left under the highway. Follow Business Hwy 71 across the Colorado River into Columbus. Pass under the railroad tracks and turn left at Walnut / Hwy 90 (first red light). Continue east on Walnut and continue until you cross the Colorado River bridge. Beason’s Park will be on your right.
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Beason’s Park Map
STARTING TIMES:
Century (100 mile) cyclists will start at 7:30 a.m.
Tandem cyclists will start at 7:45 a.m.
All other cyclists will start at 8:00 a.m.
All riders must start before 9:00 a.m. The course will close at 4:00 p.m.
ROLLING HILLS CHALLENGE ROUTE MAPS
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Completed forms should be mailed to the Columbus Lions Club, P.O. Box 532, Columbus, Texas 78934 prior to May 1 to be guaranteed a T-shirt.
REGISTER ONLINE
CLICK HERE
Registration packets may be picked up from 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. at the Beason’s Park Pavilion the morning of the ride. No packets will be mailed.
Riders can register on the day of the ride from 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Fees:
Pre-registration is $35 per person and includes a T-shirt, if received by Wednesday, May 1. Tandem pre-registration is $55. T-shirts are not guaranteed for entry forms received after the May 1st deadline.
On the day of the ride, the registration fee is $40 per person and $65 Tandem.
All riders will receive an after-ride meal.
Children under 12 ride free and do not receive a T-shirt. A T-shirt can be purchased for $10.
On-site registration will be accepted until 9:00 a.m. Ride will take place rain or shine. Sorry, no refunds.
REGISTER ONLINE .
CLICK HERE
Rest Stops:
Stops are available about every 15 miles along the route with refreshments and portable toilets. Roving vehicles will travel the routes to assist riders, but riders should be equipped to fix flats and do minor repairs. Emergency medical assistance will be provided by the Colorado County EMS.
Safety:
The cyclists’ safety is a concern of the organizers of the Rolling Hills Challenge 2013. Cyclists are expected to obey the rules of the road and honor all traffic signs and lights. Cyclists will also be asked to form a single line to allow vehicles to pass. Use of an ANSI or SNELL approved bicycle helmet is strongly recommended.
More Information:
COLUMBUS LIONS CLUB ROLLING HILLS CHALLENGE 2013
P. O. Box 532
Columbus, Texas 78934-0532
Contact: James Yearwood 979.732.3750
james@columbuslionsclub.org ”
979.732.8385
979.732.3022 Fax”
For more information please visit: www.massagetechniquestogo.com”
From the organizer’s website:
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- Scheduled for Sunday, September 15th, 2013 at Prairie View A&M University near Prairie View, Texas.
- The 8th annual Texas pledge bike-ride solely benefiting breast cancer awareness and education.
- Will include a 12, 23, 34, 47, 63 and new 80 and 100 mile ride for cyclists of all levels.
- Click here for the 2013 Route Map!
- A post-ride festival is planned that will feature artists from the Houston and Prairie View areas.
- The post-ride event will also include a festival complete with a catered meal for all cyclists.
How to Register:
- Register online for $30 until September 8, 2013!
- If you need to register by mail and would like a hard copy of the form e-mailed to you, please email tourdepink@pinkribbons.org to receive one.
- Register as a group or team with your friends, family, community organization or business! Make it easy and have your team captain set up your registration by visiting our registration site on this website!
- In person for $40 visit any packet pick-up location September 13 – 14th. (See below for more information on location and time.)
Packet Pick Up and Walk In Registration:
- Friday, September 13: Bike Barn – 5339 Weslayan, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., $40 Registration Fee
- Saturday, September 14: Bike Barn – 5339 Weslayan, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., $40 Registration Fee
- Sunday, September 15: Prarie View A&M University, 6 a.m. – 7 a.m., $50 Registration Fee
Tentative Ride Day Schedule:
- 6:00 -7:00 a.m. Late Registration
- 7:00 a.m. Open Ceremony
- 7:00 a.m. – staggered starts for all routes
- 9:00 a.m. Ride Festival begins
Directions to PVAMU Parking:
- From 290, take the exit toward FM-1098/ Prairie View
- Turn right onto University Drive/ FM 1098
- Take a left on T.R. Soloman Street
- Parking will be available on your left – watch for signs and parking attendants!
Miscellaneous:
- Route maps will be available in registration packets or a downloadable a printable version here! Click here!
- Water and medical assistance will be available at the start and finish and along the ride course at eight rest stops.”
From the organizer’s website:
”
Come ride with us!
In 1991 the Hammond Kiwanis Club successfully inaugurated the Tour de’ Tangipahoa bicycle ride. A large group of cyclists toured the beautiful North Shore countryside and all seemed pleased with this pleasant, yet challenging trek through storied Tangipahoa Parish. This year, the Kiwanis Club is proud to present the 22nd edition of the Tour de Tangipahoa. We just know that you will enjoy participating in this great event that we are trying very hard to make the greatest bicycle tour in the region. We will offer a 30 mile intermediate ride and a challenging 60 mile tour.
- Tour Starts: September 21, 2013; 7:30 am (6:00 am to register) for 60-mile ride; 9:00 am for 30-mile ride; Jambalaya served at 11:00 am
- FEES: $35 for 30-mile, 60-mile events ($40 after September 14th)
- FULLY CATERED! Police escorts; 6 fully stocked rest stops; SAG wagons; massage therapists & professional cycle mechanic available!
- Help KIWANIS help others through participation in the Tour de’ Tangipahoa!
Hammond Kiwanis Club 2013 Tour Registration Form
62-Mile Route Map
30-Mile Route Map
Mail checks to:
Hammond Kiwanis Club
P.O. Box 2944
Hammond, LA 70404
Please make checks payable to Hammond Kiwanis Club.
Contact us today for more info on the Kiwanis Club’s Tour de’ Tangipahoa.”
From the organizer’s website:
“Join us September 21st for the 29th annual edition of the All-You-Can-Eat Century. We’ll be traveling the same great roads of northern Alabama and southern Tennessee since establishing our five new routes in 2011. We have some exciting changes in the works for 2013. Check back for more details.
New for 2013
The All-You-Can-Eat Century is now part of the inaugural Alabama Backroads Century Series. ABCS is a collective of the top century rides in Alabama that challenges riders to complete any four full 100-mile rides throughout the season, and to promote recreational riding throughout the state. Alabama is a well-kept secret of good roads and great riding.
Riders will receive a custom ‘Centurion’ medal for each event completed, a commemorative embroidered patch showing each ride location and recognition as a Centurion on the website on completion of the four rides. It’s a great incentive to get out and ride the roads around the state. Check out the website and plan your season now!
Ride Details
- Five Routes for Cyclists of All Abilities! Chose from five scenic routes from a moderate 36-mile loop to the challenging 109-mile Century.
- Times:
- Registration/Check-in opens 6:30am
- Course open from 8:00am to 4:30pm
- 109-mile Century begins at 8:00am
- 50/62/67-mile rides begin at 8:05am
- 36 mile ride starts at 9:00am
- Meal served from 12:00 – 4:30pm
- Location: Madison County High School, 174 Brock Road, Gurley, AL 35748 On Hwy. 72, 10 miles east of Huntsville. View the online map.
- Please, no headphones. Helmets must be worn. Field limited to 600 riders.
- After the ride, enjoy a delicious pasta meal professionally catered by “Nothing But Noodles”. Choose from Basil Pesto with Chicken, Angel Hair Pasta Primavera, or Gluten Free Primavera.
- The first 500 riders will receive a custom pair of All-You-Can-Eat Century AIR-E-ATOR socks by DeFeet. And a free SCCC 2013 half-year membership is included with registration fee.
Special Pre-registration rate of $30 is only good thru Sept. 7 (Sept. 9 for SCCC members).
Pre-Registration is $40 Sept. 8 thru Friday, September 20.
Day-of registration is $45, so register now!
SCCC members receive a $5.00 discount.
Friday Packet Pickup: Pick up your ride packet, or register for $40 ($45 Day-of Registration) Friday night September 20 at Bicycles Etc. from 5:00-8:00pm (Bicycles Etc., 611 Meridian Street, Suite A, Huntsville, AL 35801. Just off I-565, Exit 19C Washington/Jefferson St.)”
From the organizer’s website:
“Starting Location
AutoNation Nissan – Katy 25550 Kingsland Blvd, Katy, TX 77494Directions:
From Downtown Houston
- Take I-10 West towards San Antonio
- Take exit 740 toward FM 1463/Pin Oak Rd
- Turn left onto Pin Oak Rd
- Turn left onto Kingsland Blvd
Choose from Five Great Routes!
Whether you are an avid cyclist or are just looking for a leisure ride for fun, the Tour de Cure has a route perfect for you! We welcome riders of all ages and skill levels. The Houston Tour de Cure begins at AutoNation Nissan in Katy.
Our five routes are designed to appeal to all skill levels. All routes start and finish at the AutoNation Nissan in Katy (Just south of I-10 next to Katy Mills Mall)
Route Map
Route Check-In & Start Times
Please find your route check-in and start time below. Prior to the check-in time please allow yourself time to park, get geared up and to hydrate.
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Rest Stops
Whether you ride 10 miles or 104 miles, you will travel a route supported from start to finish with 10 fully supported rest stops, food to fuel the journey and fans to cheer you on!
Rest Stop Locations
| Rest Stop W | Woodcreeck Elementary School | 1155 Woodcreek Bend Lane Katy, TX |
| Rest Stop #1 | FM 1093 & 1463 – Parkway Fellowship Church | 27043 FM 1093 Richmond, TX 77406 |
| Rest Stop #2 | Fulshear – Jump-Start Christian Academy | 29706 FM 1093 Fulshear, TX 77441 |
| Rest Stop #3 | Brookshire – 5th &Velasco St (NW Corner Lot) | 5th St & Velasco St, Brookshire, Waller, Texas 77423 |
| Rest Stop # 4 | San Felipe – Historical Marker (Log Cabin) | FM 1463 San Felipe, TX |
| Rest Stop #5 | The Abe & Irene Levine Park (Sealy Park) | 410 Main Street Sealy TX 77474 |
| Rest Stop #6 | Cat Spring Social Hall on 1094 | 13035 Hall Road Cat Spring, TX 78933 |
| Rest Stop #7 | Bellville Boys & Girls Club | 1815 S. Tesch Street Bellville, TX 77418 |
| Rest Stop #8 | Burliegh 529/331 Bluebonnet Farm | 8260 FM 529 Bellville, TX 77418 |
| Rest Stop #9 | C&D Store | 6723 FM 359 Rd Brookshire, TX 77423 |
From the organizer’s website:
“Each year, dedicated members of the Louisiana EMS community go out into our communities to provide care for those in need during times of crisis. Some of our members do this directly by intervening during a patient’s medical emergency. Some of our members do this indirectly by teaching others to provide care or get involved in the development of EMS systems throughout our State.
Unfortunately, some of these professionals are victims of an untimely death. Whether the loss of our heroes was due to a line of duty death or an untimely death due to illness, the impact from the loss within our profession is no less dramatic.
LANREMT is proud to take the lead in organizing a fund raising event whose purpose is to raise awareness of our fallen members and ensure that their sacrifice and contribution is never forgotten.
When? September 28, 2013
Where? Start in New Orleans at Delgado Community College and riding to the Fire Dist 1 Station on Hwy 61 in Gonzales.
How To Participate? Each rider is required to complete the registration form attached. There
is a $75 registration fee. Each rider will be expected to raise a minimum $50 in funds from sponsors.
Click this link for map of route. http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/copy/203200378/
Friday, September 27, 2013
14:00: Pre-check in opens
20:00: Pre-check in closes!
Saturday September 28, 2013
0600: Check-in opens!
07:15 Registration/Check-in closes!
07:20 Announcements
07:25 Prayer
07:30 The Ride starts!
16:30 Post Ride celebration begins!
20:00 Post Ride celebration ends
20:30 Caravan departs back to New Orleans
22:00 Riders return to Starting Area.
23:59 Starting Area is closed – all vehicles are to be removed from area.
Sunday, September 29, 2012
Participants head home.”
Date(s):Saturday, October 5, 2013 and Sunday, October 6, 2013
Start/Finish Location: Hammond, LA – McComb, MS
Registration Fee: $30 on July 30th only! Returns to $40 July 31st!
Fundraising Minimum: $275
Age Minimum: 12-16 need a notarized waiver and parental supervision to participate.
The 2013 Bike MS: Louisiana will take place Saturday, October 5 and Sunday, October 6. The ride begins at 8:00 AM and starts at the University Center (500 W. University Ave. Hammond, LA 70401) of Southeastern Louisiana University. The route each day is 75 miles and there are six rest stops along the way. On Day 1 participants leave Southeastern Louisiana and head north to Percy Quin State Park in McComb, Mississippi. Upon entering the park, participants are greeted by a Louisiana-style party which includes music, beer and food provided by Chef John Folse! Participants overnight at the park before heading back along the same route on Day 2. The event concludes on Sunday, October 6, at Southeastern Louisiana University where they are again treated to great food and wonderful music.
The route is fully supported with Ride Marshals, Support and Gear (SAG) and Police should you need any assistance along the way. Each rest stop is equipped with a bike shop repairman to assist with any needs that may arise along the route. In the event that you are only able to ride Saturday, transportation is provided back to Hammond, LA around 8:00 PM Saturday evening and again around 8:00 AM Sunday morning following the start of Day 2.
Online registration will close at 5:00 PM Friday, September 20. Early Packet Pick-up will begin September 23 and end September 27. The $275 fundraising minimum must be turned in and/or submitted in order to pick up your packet. Walk-up Registration and Packet Pick-up will be available on Friday, October 4 from 5:00-9:00 PM and again on the day of the event, Saturday, October 5 from 6:00-8:00 AM at the University Center of Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond, LA.
From the organizer’s website:
“Ride Details and Information
Tour Map | Directions | Lodging & Dining | Requirements
The ride begins Saturday morning at the George H. Henderson, Jr. Expostion Center, located at 1200 Ellen Trout Dr in Lufkin. Get directions here.
Pineywoods Purgatory Tour Map
25 mile route… takes you through gently rolling hills. A quick, invigorating ride! Get directions and elevations.
52 mile route… shows off our lush forests and the rural communities that dot the area. Get directions and elevations.
72 mile route… is our most popular ride! Provides a scenic view of three counties including an iron bridge crossing! Recommended for the experienced cyclist. Get directions and elevations.
102 mile route… wonderfully hilly ride that winds through many small hamlets with names like Sweet Union and Atoy – plus a finish you’ll never forget. Should be attempted by the experienced cyclist only. Get directions and elevations.
Requirements
Helmet Requirement: Helmets are required for all riders. Ansi or Snell approved helmets are strongly recommended.
Age Restrictions: We believe in starting ’em early, but all persons under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Rest Stops
Purgatory rest stops get rave reviews every year! Many of the sponsors return year after year to feed – and entertain – riders with their own unique offerings. The last several years “Goldilocks and the Three Bears” have served mini Belgian waffles to riders at the first of four rest stops on the 25-mile route. For riders on the three longer routes, the Parise Family rest stop is “the place to eat” with lots of great food offerings. Look for cheerleaders, comic characters and other entertainment en route. Each year brings new faces, food and fun!
Lodging & Dining
Lodging prices may change. Call for special Purgatory rates.
- Best Western Inn & Suites
(936) 634-3481 - Comfort Suites
(936) 632-4949 - Hampton Inn & Suites
(936) 699-2500 - Holiday Inn Express
(936) 699-3000 - LaQuinta Inn
(936) 634-3351 - Marriott Courtyard
(936) 632-0777 - Quality Inn
(936) 639-3333 - Southern Stables
(936) 632-5213
(camping, cabins, RV, B+B)
From Experience…
“Let’s hear it for the routes! Well marked and mapped. Even those folks struggling with ‘scenic elevation changes’ had fun. I highly recommend the Pineywoods Purgatory. Fall in East Texas is not to be missed!”
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