From the official website:
“The Family Crisis Center invites you to our 11th Annual Pedal Thru The Pines for a fun-filled cycling event that directly supports the programs and service offered by the Center. This year cyclists will enjoy riding the country roads of Bastrop, Fayette and Lee Counties that are close to the parks. The routes provide a unique experience for cyclists of every level. Well stocked rest stops, friendly volunteers and a top notch veteran SAG Team add to the success of this event.
Thank you for supporting the Family Crisis Center and our vision of a safe community built on equality without the existence of violence.
What:
- Distances of 17, 27, 47, 62 miles (on paved roads).
- All routes have SAG support, rest stops with restrooms and refreshments.
- BP MS 150 Recommended Ride.
- Mechanical support at the start and at all rest stops.
- Ride Tips and FAQ – This can be a challenging ride for some, please read our Ride Tips and FAQ page describing the route and tips on riding and training.
When:
Saturday, March 9th, 2013, 9AM
Check-in and Registration the day of the ride from 6:30 to 8:30 AM.
All distances start at 9:00 AM.
Where:
The ride begins at Vernon L. Richards Riverbend Park:
107 Hwy 71W, Smithville, TX 78957
Check here for route and starting line maps.
Registration:
Every rider must register!
Please note that registration is nonrefundable and nontransferable.
Early Registration:
Early registration is available (both by mail and online) through Wednesday, February 28, 2013 with a $40 fee. Participants must send payment and completed forms postmarked by this date or register through the online system. After this date, online registration is available through March 7, 2013 with a $45 fee. Participants may also register in person, at Vernon L. Richards Riverbend Park from 6:30-8:30 AM, on ride day with a $45 fee.
Use one of the following registration methods:
Register Online: Register Now Online!
Save yourself the price of a stamp and register early online for the same price as mail-in!
Online registration is available for $40 through Wednesday, February 28, 2013. After this date, online registration is $45. Online registration will close at 7 PM on Thursday, March 7, 2013.
Mail-In Registration: Download the Mail-In Registration Form
Mail-in registration is available for $40 through Wednesday, February 28, 2013. Payment and completed forms must be sent postmarked by February 28, 2013. Mail-in registration is not available after February 28, 2013.
Make checks payable to the “Family Crisis Center”, and mail payment and completed forms to:
P.O. Box 736
Bastrop, TX 78602
Fee: $45.
Save time by bringing a completed registration form.
Register the Day of the ride:
Fee: $45.
You can register between 6:30 and 8:30 AM at the Vernon L. Richards Riverbend Park
Save time by bringing a completed registration form.
Packet Pick-up:
Early in Houston: Northwest Cyclery (website) 17458 NW Freeway, Houston, TX 77040 on Wednesday March 6, 2013 from 11AM until 6:00 PM
and
Early inAustin: Nelo’s Cycles (website) at 8108 Mesa Dr # B105 Austin Texas 78759 on Thursday March 7, 2013 from 11AM until 6:00 PM
Day of Ride in Bastrop: Vernon L. Richards Riverbend Park at 107 Hwy 71W, Smithville, TX 78957 starting at 6:30AM until the start of the ride at 9 AM, Saturday, March 9th, 2013.
For directions please see the map page.
T-Shirts:
Each year, the Center orders t-shirts for cyclists riding in Pedal Thru The Pines. A t-shirt will be available for cyclists who pre-register for the event. T-shirts and packets can be picked up by pre-registered cyclists the day of the event beginning at 6:30 AM. T-shirts for cyclists who register the day of the event will be distributed, based on availability, after the ride. For cyclists registering on the day of the event, it is not possible for us to guarantee a shirt, or shirt of your desired size.
2013 Sponsors:
The Family Crisis Center would like to thank our fiscal year 2013 annual sponsors. The Center strives to provide quality, comprehensive programs to ensure victim safety and offender accountability with the ultimate goal of helping families create and maintain violence-free lives. With the support from these sponsors, we are working toward our vision of a safe community built on equality without the existence of violence.
Visionaries
Allies For Change
Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative
The Family Crisis Center would also like to thank our Pedal Thru The Pines event sponsors who help make this ride a success!
Pedal Partners
Derailleurs
Bicycle Shops that Support Our Ride:
- Nelo’s Pro Cycle Shop (512) 338-0505, www.neloscycles.com
- Rising Phoenix (512) 677-2305, www.risingphoenixadventures.com
- Southwest Cycle Sports (512) 263-5107, www.southwestcyclesport.com
- Sun & Ski Sports Austin (512) 467-2782, www.sunandski.com
Visiting Bastrop
We hope that you enjoy both the event and your stay in the Bastrop area! We would like to encourage participating cyclists, family members, and friends to stop and shop in Bastrop. Below is a list of some of the many attractions and accommodations available in Bastrop, TX.
Hotels:
- Best Western
107 Hunters Crossing Blvd, Bastrop, TX 78602
(512) 321-0900
www.bwbastrop.com - Comfort Suites
505 Agnes Street, Bastrop, TX 78602
(512) 321-3377
www.comfortsuitesbastroptx.com - Days Inn
4102 HWY 71 E, Bastrop, TX 78602
(512) 321-1157
www.daysinnbastroptx.com - Hampton Inn & Suites
240 South Hasler Boulevard, Bastrop, TX 78602
(512) 321-2898
www.bastrophampton.com - Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites
491 Agnes St., Bastrop, TX 78602
(512) 321-1900
www.holidayinnbastrop.com - Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa
575 Hyatt Lost Pines Rd., Lost Pines, TX 78612
(512) 308-1234
lostpines.hyatt.com - Quality Inn
106 North Hasler Boulevard, Bastrop, TX 78602
(512) 321-3303
www.qualityinn.com/hotel-bastrop-texas-TX370 - Super 8
3110 Highway 71 E, Bastrop, TX 78602
(512) 321-6000
www.super8.com
Bed & Breakfasts:
- 9E Ranch
2158 Hwy 304, Smithville, TX 78957
(512) 497-9502
www.9eranch.com - Blue Heron
583 Union Chapel Road, Cedar Creek, TX 78612
(512) 789-9597
www.blueheron-bnb.com - Elm Street Inn
502 Elm Street, Bastrop, Bastrop, TX 78602
(512) 581-1341
www.elmstreetinn.com - Katy House
201 Ramona Street, Smithville, TX 78957
(512) 237-4262
www.katyhouse.com - Magnolia Inn on Main
703 Main Street, Bastrop, TX 78602
(512) 303-1140
magnoliainnonmain.com - Pecan Street Inn
1010 Pecan Street, Bastrop, TX 78602
(512) 321-3315
www.pecanstreetinn.com
For updated information regarding camping in the state parks, please visit the following websites:
- Bastrop State Park
- Buescher State Park (New Mini Cabins!)
- Texas Parks and Wildlife
Places to eat in Bastrop
- Schlotzsky’s Deli on Highway 71 in front of Walmart (512) 332-2867
- Roadhouse Grill across Highway 21 at the entrance to Bastrop State Park (512) 321-1803
- Back Door Cafe – 117 Main Street Smithville TX 78957 (512) 237-3128
- Cedar’s Mediterranean Grill – 904 College St, Bastrop, TX 78602 (512) 321-7808
- Baxters On Main – 919 Main Street, Bastrop, TX (512) 321-3577
- Coffee Dog – 49 Loop 150 West, Bastrop, TX – (512) 303-2244
- Jalisco’s – 900 State Highway 95 Bastrop, TX 78602 (512) 303-7070
- Starbucks – 501 Highway 71 W, Bastrop, TX – (512) 321-8051
Chamber of Commerce
Bastrop has much to offer, with things to see and do before and after the ride. We suggest visiting the Bastrop Chamber of Commerce website for more information.
Volunteering:
Volunteers are a vital part of the Family Crisis Center, and there are many ways to volunteer your time and lend your talents to support the agency. Opportunities to volunteer for special events include serving on the event committee; assisting with set-up/tear-down; assisting with registration; assisting at one of the rest stops; and cheering in the cyclists at the start/finish line. For more information about fundraising volunteer opportunities, please contact the Center by email at fcc@familycrisiscenter.us.
Webmasters and others can help by volunteering space, continue reading below.
Webmasters / Shop Owners
If you have a cycling-related website and would like to link to the Pedal Thru The Pines, the Family Crisis Center invites you to utilize the HTML code below in order to include the Pedal logo and a link on your website.
Shop owners and cycling enthusiasts can help spread the word about this event by posting flyers in businesses or other popular spots where cyclists tend to be. Every little bit helps, and we greatly appreciate the support and positive feedback that we have received from cyclists participating in the event!”
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:
”
- 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.