Bicyclists of all kinds can join VIPs including Governor Rick Perry and six-time Tour de France rider and U.S. National Champion Kevin Livingston in the Rise Across Texas Challenge Celebrity Bike Ride. The Celebrity Ride will set off from the site of the Rise School in southwest Austin and wind about 16 miles through scenic Hill Country roads to the Salt Lick restaurant in Driftwood. The Celebrity Ride is a non-competitive, paced ride that will be accompanied by police escorts. Participation is open to the public.
Location:
Austin,
Texas
:
Rise School of Austin
Event Costs:
$100 registration, no fundraising requirement. More details on the registration site.
Event Link:
Rise Across Texas Challenge Celebrity Ride
Ride Contact:
Come support the cyclists taking on the 850-mile Rise Across Texas Challenge as they pedal through Austin! Bicyclists of all kinds can pedal alongside the Challenge cyclists plus VIPs including Governor Rick Perry, six-time Tour de France rider and U.S. National Champion Kevin Livingston, MIX 94.7's J.B. Hager, and KVET's Bob Cole of Bucky & Bob in the Rise Across Texas Challenge Celebrity Bike Ride. The Celebrity Ride will set off from the site of the Rise School in southwest Austin and wind about 16 miles through scenic Hill Country roads to the Salt Lick restaurant in Driftwood. Click here for route and elevations. The Celebrity Ride is a non-competitive, paced ride that will be accompanied by police escorts. The event is open to the public. Wednesday, March 10, 2010 Event emcee: KLBJ-AM radio personality Ed Clements Noon Lunch at the Rise School of Austin honoring families and students. 2:00 p.m. Celebrity Ride starts Immediately following the ride we'll have refreshments at the Salt Lick, complete with live music. Fit Events will ferry you and your bike back to our start line in a luxury motor coach. Participation is $100. Raise or donate a minimum of $1,000 and be entered for the chance to win a $5,000 Mellow Johnny's gift certificate! Deadline is March 7; restrictions apply CELEBRITY RIDE $100 Register Now! Benefits include: * One rider position in the Rise Across Texas Challenge Celebrity Ride * Invitation to the Celebrity Ride event at the Rise School in Austin * Invitation to the finish line event at the Salt Lick * Rider’s designated TeamRaiser page on rideacrosstexas.org. TeamRaiser allows event participants to create personal fundraising pages and email donation appeals to their networks of family and friends. With TeamRaiser, a participant can upload images, tell his story, import his email addresses automatically, and send thank-you emails to supporters. * Rise Across Texas Challenge event merchandise note: any event gifts distributed must be picked up at event; none will be shipped
Location:
Austin,
Texas
:
Rise School of Austin
Event Costs:
$100 donation to the Rise Schools of Texas (www.riseschool.org)
Ride Contact:
Sugar Cycles, presents the first annual Texas Dance Hall Ride, that will take place on Saturday, March 13 2010. Multiple ride options 15, 20, 32, 42 and 65 miles. All distances start in front of Sengelmann’s Dance Hall on Main Street. Riders of all ages and capabilities will be able tour the famous Painted Churches. The riders will also get to experience two of Texas’ historic dance halls, both over one hundred years old.
Location:
Schulenburg,
Texas
:
Sengelmann Dance Hall
Event Costs:
$40.00
Event Link:
Texas Dance Hall Ride
Ride Contact:
Address Spirit Reins 2055 County Road 284 Brief Description Spirit Reins is a ranch dedicated to improving the emotional and behavioral health of children with the help of horses. Spirit Reins works primarily with abused and neglected children, children in and adopted from foster care. Please join us for our 6th Annual Spokes 'N Spurs Bike Ride to benefit Spirit Reins. Riders enjoy beautiful views, gently rolling hills & wildlife of the Texas Hill Country. RIDE DETAILS Course distances include 62.5, 44, 28, 14 miles & a 6 mile family ride. Spokes 'N Spurs is a BP MS 150 Recommended Ride. Spokes 'N Spurs offers something for the whole family, whether you are riding or not. Included will be a supported 5k brick workout. After the ride, join us at the ranch for a fajita lunch (vegetarian option available), and live music. We will also have relaxing massages (not included in the registration fee), pony rides, hay rides and activities for the little ones. FUNDRAISE $150 AND EARN A FREE 2010 JERSEY! Look for this option when you register. Pledge funds can be turned in at packet pick-up, on ride day or submitted to Spirit Reins anytime before April 30th (P.O. Box 368 Liberty Hill, TX 78642). Jersey order will be placed on April 30th or when all funds are received. Jerseys will be mailed out to fundraisers, based on receipt of pledge funds. For sizing info, please visit our website. Thank you for your support! RAFFLES! Purchase raffle tickets to win any of our exciting prizes! More details can be found at www.spiritreins.org/sns. Raffle tickets will be distributed in the rider packets or at the registration table. BRICK WORKOUT A manned rest stop will be provided for those triathletes looking to add a run after the ride! The course will be a 5k out and back. We are committed to making our brick better and better each year! PACKET PICK-UP: March 18th, 2010 Packet Pickup from 12:00- 7pm Bicycle Sport Shop – North Location 10947 Research Blvd. (512) 345-7460 March 19th, 2010 Packet Pickup from 12:00 - 7:00p Jack & Adam’s Bicycles 1210 Barton Springs Rd Austin, TX 78704 512-472-5646 Additional Information: Riders under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Riders must wear a helmet. For more info on Spirit Reins and Spokes 'N Spurs, please visit our website at www.spiritreins.org
Location:
liberty hill,
Texas
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Event Costs:
Fees
Adults-$35 until Feb. 27th, $45 thereafter
Kids 12 & under- $10 until Feb. 27th, $15 thereafter
Event Link:
6th Annual Spokes 'N Spurs Benefit Bike Ride
Ride Contact:
Ride through the beautiful rolling hills of Fayette and Colorado Counties in Central Texas while enjoying the wildflowers and the beautiful handcrafted German and Czech Painted Churches of the area. Proceeds of the ride, which is sponsored by the Schulenburg Lions Club, will be utilized to support the Texas Lions Camp for handicapped children and children with diabetes. Fajita tacos and beverages will be provided after the ride. Early registration and additional details can be obtained at www.lionsclubofschulenburg.webs.com.
Location:
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Event Costs:
$25 entry fee before March 6, 2010 and $30 after.
Event Link:
Schulenburg Steeple Chase Bike Ride
Ride Contact:
Routes of 10, 30, 44 and 65 miles over scenic ranch roads signal the beginning of the spring cycling season in the gorgeous Texas Hill Country. All routes begin/end on the air strip of the LBJ Ranch at 9:00 AM, March 27, 2010. Historic Gillespie County rural schools will be amomg the rest stops on the routes - making this a fitting tribute to our "Education President", Lyndon Johnson, and making the LBJ 100 truly a "Ride to Preserve History". As an added feature (incl. in entry fee), Luci Baines Johnson will lead a narrated tour (1:00 PM start)of the historic landmarks on the ranch. Listen to Presidential history from someone who lived it! A hot post-ride meal is incluced for all rider (vegetarians accommodated).
Location:
johnson city,
Texas
:
Event Costs:
$35 until March 5, $40 after
Event Link:
http://www.LBJ100BicycleTour.org
Ride Contact:
The Rosedale Ride is an annual bike ride benefiting Rosedale School, the Austin Independent School District's only school for children with multiple disabilities. The Rosedale Foundation has raised over $350,000 for Rosedale School since 1999.
Open to cyclists of all abilities, the ride offers different courses to suit anyone. This year the Rosedale Ride has four courses to choose from: a Kid’s Fun Ride; or courses of 20, 43 or 63 miles. The ride begins and ends at Samsung, winding through the gently rolling countryside east of Austin. Online Registration is now open!
Location:
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Event Costs:
Online registration per rider is $35 for 20, 43 and 63 mile routes. Online registration fee for the 2 mile children's ride is $6.
The In-Person entry fee is $40 for the 20, 43, and 63 mile routes and $8 for the 2 mile children's route. Register In-Person on Thursday, March 25th between 4:00 PM and 8:00 PM or Friday, March 26th between noon and 8:00 PM at Rosedale School.
Event Link:
Rosedale Ride Home Page
Ride Contact:
Name:
info@rosedaleride.org
Phone Number:
Email:
Cycling against cancer amid the wildflowers and painted churches. Start time 8:00 a.m. Juice, coffee and kolaches served in morning for entrants. Sponsored by the American Cancer Society.
Location:
Schulenburg,
Texas
:
Tenth Frame Bowling Alley, 233 College Street
Event Costs:
$25 entry fee, $30 day of event; free T-shirt if you register before March 19.
Event Link:
Tour of Navidad Valley
Ride Contact:
3rd annual charity ride benefitting Autism Society of Greater Austin, local chapter of Autism Society of Greater Austin. Start/Finish at Berry Springs County Park and Preserve, 1801 CR 152, Georgetown. Family walk/ride route available inside Park, in addition to 9 mile, 24 mile, 41 mile and 62 mile(100K) routes along county roads of eastern Williamson County. 6 manned rest stops, SAG support, EMT on motorcycles on course, Williamson County Sheriff's Department on course, amateur radio operators on course for communication. Registration includes tshirt and lunch. Food sponsors include Schlotzsky's, Chipotle Mexican Grill, KFC, Cielo Water and Starbuck's Coffee. YUMM!
Location:
Georgetown,
Texas
:
Berry Springs County Park and Preserve, 1801 CR 152
Event Costs:
$35 before March 28, thereafter $40; $75 for Family of 4 (after March 28 $80);
Family route walkers $25 adult, $15 child.
Includes lunch and tshirt
Event Link:
www.austinautismbikeride.org
Ride Contact:
All cyclists and their families are invited to join the 17th annual SPRING TUNE-UP RIDE by BRAG in beautiful Madison, Georgia. This is a fun weekend for the whole family and a great time to get in shape for the Bicycle Ride Across Georgia (BRAG) in June! There are various mileage options to choose from. There will also be a fully supported CENTURY RIDE on Saturday. There is a DAILY RATE for those who cannot ride all weekend. There will be outdoor camping for the weekend in Madison, Georgia. For motelers, Madison has multiple motels and bed-and-breakfasts located within 3-5 miles of headquarters and start/finish. BRAG veterans, this is your chance to experience the fun of a mini-BRAG without having to put up and take down your tent every day. Newcomers, this is your chance to see what BRAG is all about without having to take a week off work to do it. You probably need a Tune-Up Ride to get the cobwebs out of your bike spokes and out of your legs. Come see what makes BRAG so special, why it's so much more than just another bike ride! Rest stops will be located every 10 to 15 miles along the route. All BRAG rides are 'Show and Go' (start when you like). However, we will have a Newcomer's meeting on Friday and Saturday morning for First Timers and Beginners.
Location:
,
:
Event Costs:
$75 for three days
Event Link:
http://www.brag.org
Ride Contact:
A 6-day, 445-mile ride from outside San Angelo over to Waco and down to San Antonio to raise money and awareness for ending hunger in Texas and beyond. The rider group will be in the Austin area April 23. Come-and-go riders are welcome. There is no registration fee and breakfasts and lunches will be provided. Riders will be responsible for paying his/her evening meal. An overview map is located at: http://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united-states/tx/waco/199126376145328490 4/19 – depart Ballinger ride to Zepher, drive back (10 miles) to sleep in Brownwood 4/20 – depart Zephyr, ride to and sleep in Gatesville 4/21 – depart Gatesville ride to Hunger Farm (should arrive mid-afternoon) north of Waco and ride to and sleep in Hewitt 4/22 – depart Hewitt ride to Florence (then drive to hotel in Georgetown) 4/23 – depart Georgetown ride to and sleep in Wimberly 4/24 – depart Wimberly (a little earlier than usual) ride to The Fellowship of San Antonio for ending celebration, eating lunch and raising money/awareness. . For information and a list of daily maps, please contact rand.jenkins@TexasBaptists.org.
Location:
Ballinger - San Antonio,
Texas
:
Event Costs:
no registration fee, asking for people to sponsor you with all money going to help end hunger
Event Link:
Bike Out Hunger
Ride Contact:
Join thousands of cyclists as they ride 100 miles through small towns and scenic byways to the historic Spoetzl Brewery in Shiner, Texas.
Location:
Austin,
Texas
:
Met Center
Event Costs:
$40 through April 11
Event Link:
Shiner GHASP
Ride Contact:
Join more than 2,000 cyclists from across North Texas for the 7th annual WildRide! Bike Rally benefiting Methodist Richardson Cancer Center, home of the Lance Armstrong Shaped Beam Surgery™ Program. Choose between 16, 40, or 64 scenic miles. For those who enjoy walking or running, the 5K Trail Walk is a non-timed, non-competitive fun run/walk - so bring the whole family! WIldRide! and the 5K Trail Walk are presented by the Methodist Richardson Medical Center Foundation and held in conjunction with the Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival. Visit www.wildridebikerally.com for more information.
Location:
Richardson,
Texas
:
East of US 75 between President George Bush Turnpike and IH635
Event Costs:
Registration Fees:
Adults
Ride - $30 through April 30; $40 after April 30
Walk - $20.
Children Under 12
Ride - $15 through April 30; $20 after April 30
Walk - $10.
Teams (4-20 people)
$25 per person, each person is required to raise $100. The winning team, determined by the average amount raised per rider, will win:
Team tent at start/finish with catered food, a banner, and private port-a-potty.
Winning team will be staged first at start of rally and receive
passes to the Wildflower festival.
Event Link:
WildRide! Bike Rally
Ride Contact:
The only cycling event in Texas dedicated to finding a cure for diabetes. The American Diabetes Assocation's Tour de Cure wil showcase a one/or two-day ride from San Antonio to Austin via San Marcos. Riders secure funds in advance of the event and receive incentive prizes for their fundraising. All riders will enjoy a safe and well-marked route, superior SAG (support and gear) and medical support, and outstanding volunteer support.
Location:
San Antonio to Austin,
Texas
:
Retama Park
Event Costs:
Early Bird Registration: $15 (March 6th goes up to $25)
Fundraising Minimum: $150
Event Link:
Tour de Cure
Ride Contact:
5th Annual Spindletop SPIN Bicycle Ride & Fundraiser In Memory of the Honorable Tom Mulvaney If your idea of fun is to spend the day on your bicycle traveling through scenic and historic areas then we have the adventure for you—the 5th Annual Spindletop Spin. Visit the website for complete details. www.spindletopspin.com All proceeds benefit the Jefferson County Bar Association Pro Foundation which impacts families and their needs in Southeast Texas Date: June 5, 2010 Registration Opens: 6:00 am Event Location & Address: Crockett Street Entertainment District located on Crockett Street in Beaumont, Texas. Registration Fees: Registration form on reverse side Individual: $30 Family Ride $25 - 1st parent $15 - 2nd parent, children under 18 ride free Family constitutes parent(s) & minor child/children 16 MILE ONLY Early Check In & On Site Registration: June 4, 2010 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm Crocket Street Entertainment District On Line Registration: www.spindletopspin.com or www.active.com Approximate Distances: 100 miles (7:00 am) 52 miles (7:30 am) 30 miles (7:30 am) 16 miles (8:00 am) Route maps provided at check in and on the website. Routes are marked with signs and color coded arrows on road. Support: Rest stops supplied with fruit, drinks and snacks. SAG wagons available for the weary. The routes are fully supported with police, motorcycles and ride marshals. Approved helmets are required. Course closes at 4:00 pm. Riders must obey all traffic laws. Lunch Provided: 10:30 am – 4:00 pm Questions 409-839-2332 before June 4th after June 4th 409-454-1948 SEE YOU UNDER THE ARCH!
Location:
Beaumont,
Texas
:
Crockett Street Entertainment District
Event Costs:
Registration Fees: Registration form on reverse side
Individual: $30
Family Ride $25 - 1st parent $15 - 2nd parent, children under 18 ride free
Family constitutes parent(s) & minor child/children
16 MILE ONLY
Event Link:
http://www.spindletopspin.com
Ride Contact:
TRIRI® will celebrate its 28th year in 2010. We'll travel to Brown County, Spring Mill, and Clifty Falls State Parks. Enjoy what have become TRIRI® trademarks: multiple layover days with plenty of activities, beautiful scenery, historic sites, Hoosier hospitality, and professionally catered meals. Camp or book a room in the inns.
Location:
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Event Costs:
Event Link:
http://www.trir.org/triri.html
Ride Contact:
Mark your calendars! From July 12-17, challenge yourself with five century rides over five days. On day six, join 1,000 other bicyclists on the Ride Across INdiana (RAIN™) to ride from Terre Haute back to your original starting point in Richmond.
Location:
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Event Costs:
Event Link:
http://www.trir.org/storm.html
Ride Contact:
A one day, one way ride across the entire state of Indiana (Terre Haute to Richmond) on Historic National Route 40.
Location:
bloomington,
Indiana
:
Event Costs:
$45 until June 13, 2010
$55 after June 14, 2010
Event Link:
RAIN 2010
Ride Contact:
LIVESTRONG Challenge Austin Date: October 23 – 24, 2010 Location: Downtown Austin and Dripping Springs High School, Dripping Springs, TX Events: 5K run/walk and 10, 20, 40, 60, and 90 mile bike ride options Registration information available at www.teamlivestrong.org Walk, Run or Ride The LIVESTRONG Challenge is a multi-day, multi-sport fundraising event series. For 13 years, the Challenge has raised more than $60 million for the fight against cancer. We Are Team LIVESTRONG We don’t live in the same city or compete in the same events, but we’re one team. What unite us are hope, courage and determination. We are more than one. We ride. Run. Walk. Swim. We fight. We are the cyclist facing a long uphill climb in honor of his mother. We are the runner finishing a first marathon in memory of her brother. We are the cancer survivor crossing a 5k finish line after completing treatment. Whatever your strengths, whatever your goal, whatever your personal battle, you can make a difference. We are more than one. Join us in the unfinished fight at TeamLIVESTRONG.org.
Location:
Austin,
Texas
:
Downtown Austin
Event Costs:
Registration and fundraising information available at www.teamlivestrong.com
Event Link:
LIVESTRONG Challenge Austin
Ride Contact: