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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“From the organizer’s website:
“General Information
Palacios, a multicultural community, has become a farming and ranching center and a major shrimping port. Also, people come from all over the world for our extraordinary birding opportunities.
Early Packet Pickup Schedule this is the 2012 schedule 2013 will be very similar
Wednesday October 3 2012: 12 – 7:30 PM
Sun & Ski – 5000 Katy Mills Circle #505
Katy, TX 77494
PH: 281-994-5291
Thursday, October 4 2012: 12-730 PM
Sun & Ski – 6100 Westheimer
Houston, TX
Packet Pickup Schedule
Friday evening Oct 5, 6-9 p.m.
Packet pickup at Fat Grass Restaurant in Bay City
Bay City, TX 77414
PH: 979-244-7277
Website http://www.thefatgrass.com
Menu…hmmm..oh yes… we are proud to share with you the menu for packet pick up in Bay City at Fat Grass (you know Matagorda is FatGrass in Spanish right?) .
(tough duty, I know – yum !)
Friday evening Oct 5, 5-8 p.m. (thanks, Cheryl)
Pre-registration and packet pickup at Outrigger Restaurant
www.outriggergrill.com
Palacios TX 77465
PH:(361) 972-1479
Saturday morning, Oct 6, 6-8:30 a.m. (thanks, Cheryl)
Day of Registration and packet pickup at Outrigger .
Palacios TX 77465
PH:(361) 972-1479
Registration deadlines:
Prior to August 15: $35
Aug 16-Oct 5: $40
Day of ride: $50Online registration ends Thursday, Oct 4 at 5:00 pm
(Free T-shirts will be given to entries received by September 10th.)
Ride day schedule:
Registration opens at 6:00 AM and closes at 8:30 AM. No starts after 8:45AM.
Start time 8:00 AM 60 mile and 36mile
Start time 8:30 Am 12 mile
Where: In front of the Pavilion at South Bay Blvd at 4th St., Palacios, TX 77465All routes close at 2:00 PM. (No SAGS or support after 2PM)
Safety Rules/Reminders
- Every rider must wear a bicycle helmet that complies with the US Consumer Products Safety Commission Safety Standard.
- Headphones, cell phones, ear buds, radios and similar audio devices used in, on or around the rider’s head or ears are not permitted while riding.
- Obey all state and local traffic laws.
- All riders must obey all Law Enforcement Personnel, Ride Officials and Volunteers.
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No riders under 12 years of age on the 60 and 36 mile routes.
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No bike trailers on 36 mile or 60 mile routes.”
From the organizer’s website:
“The Houston Cy-Fair Lions present the 14th Annual Lions Biking for Sight Century Bike Ride on Sunday, October 6th, 2013. The ride begins at 8 AM at the Montgomery Athletic Complex. Cycle through some of the most beautiful Texas landscape in Montgomery and Grimes counties. The 24 mile route takes you past an exotic animal farm, while the 40, 62 and 100 mile routes take you through the Sam Houston National Forest. The 62 and 100 mile routes have hills.
***Please note: We need 25 riders registered for the 100 mile route by 9/15/13 in order to have this route. If this route will be cancelled, any riders who have registered for this route will be notified and this website will be updated.
Directions: From Houston, take I-45 north to Conroe. Go west on State Highway 105 across Lake Conroe. Two miles past the intersection of State Highway 105 and FM 149, the athletic Complex will be on the right. Please follow directions for parking.
$25 if postmarked prior to September 1, 2013. Includes a T-shirt
$30 if postmarked September 1, 2013 Includes a T-Shirt
$35 if postmarked September 17, 2013 or after, includes a T-shirt
$40 DAY OF RIDE T-Shirt Not Guaranteed
Registration and Packet pick-up: Northwest Cyclery Jones Road at US 290 Friday October 4th, 10 AM to 7PM Saturday October 5th 10 AM to 5PM and Sunday October 6th 6AM-8AM before the start of the ride at Montgomery Athletic Complex.
Safety Rules: The use of an ANSI or SNELL approved safety helmet is required for all participants regardless of age or route ridden. Helmets must be worn at all times while on the bicycle. No head phones All traffic rules must be obeyed. we ride on state highways, and must share the road with vehicular traffic. Ride on the shoulder if possible, and no more than two abreast at all times. For more information, please contact Chuck Martin at 281-550-2798.”
From the organizer’s website:
“Bike Around the Bay 2013 Registration is Now Open!
The event will be held Saturday, October 12 through Sunday, October 13, using the 180-mile, full-loop route around the bay as first implemented in 2012. Bike Around the Bay is a fully supported two-day, 180-mile bicycle ride around Galveston Bay that showcases its natural beauty and benefits the Galveston Bay Foundation. Now in it’s seventh year, Bike Around the Bay began with the goal of bringing people together from all over to see and experience Galveston Bay. Many people are unaware of the rich ecological diversity that is so close in proximity to Houston, and this event was designed to bring awareness of its importance.
Proceeds benefit projects that preserve wetlands, protect natural habitat, and enhance the water quality of the bay for present users and for posterity.
New for 2013
- The option of a one-day ride, which will include being transported to the start for a minimal additional cost, can be selected during registration. Transportation will leave Moody Gardens on Saturday at 6:30pm and Sunday at 10:30am.
- GBF is also offering a new “Virtual Rider” option in 2013, allowing non-cyclists (injured riders, GBF volunteers, supporters etc.) to be part of Bike Around the Bay if they’re unable to participate in ride weekend.”
From the organizer’s website:
“Riding For Those That Gave The Most
TX Wheels of Justice is a 501(c)3 public charity that raises money for the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, to assist families of fallen officers, and to raise money for other worthy causes. The group participates in various fundrasing bicycle rides and events. The majority of the funds come from sponsors, with the remaining coming from fundraising events held year round by members. The group’s major event each year is the Police Unity Tour, held in New Jersey and ending in Washington D.C. during National Police Week. The Membership of the group is made up of peace officers and friends or family members of those officers throughout the state of Texas.
Each rest stop has Gatorade, water, bathrooms, and homemade goodies.
Packet pickup begins at 6:30a on Oct 19th. The ride starts at 8:00a with no riders leaving after 8:30a
Riders will be escorted along the route by the MS 150 Motorcycle Crew. And Each intersection will be manned by a representative of the local police force”
From the organizer’s website:
“Tour de Gruene is an amazing ride – offering four different tour lengths in 2013. The Recreational Tours are just for fun. There are relaxation stations set up around the course so that you will be able to stop for restrooms, replenish your liquids and get a snack before continuing. There are no prizes for who finishes ahead of who — it is a time to enjoy the camaraderie alongside fellow cyclists who share your love of touring the beautiful countryside – and then get back to enjoy the charm and ambiance of Gruene – or head for the Wursthalle for the German Festival.”