It’s that time of the year again Wheel Brothers! Time for the Plane Great Ride 2014! Neil Moore was kind enough to share a little about this ride with us. With amazing scenery, Plane Great is one you will not want to miss.
Why join your ride?
We think we have some of the best routes around. If you like beautiful scenery and lots of support then this is the ride.
How long has your ride been around?
Ten years.
What was the motivation behind starting the ride and who benefits from it?
We had a growing BP MS150 team (Continental Airlines Team) and during a downturn in the airline industry we lost most of our company support. We had a lot of members that were passionate about cycling and the causes we support so we decided to try putting on this ride. Some of the proceeds fund our logistics cost for the United MS 150 team and some go to the United We Care fund (http://www.crowdrise.com/unitedwecare). In addition over the years we have invested in the equipment needed for these events which allows us to provide logistics support to other charity rides.
How have they been able to utilize funds in the past?
Last year we provided logistical support on the BP MS150 to over 200 riders and we provided equipment and rest stop logistics for the ADA Tour de Cure, Tour de Pink, Novemberfest, and Tour de Rouge.
Logistically can you give us an idea of how many volunteers, finances and planning it takes to put on this event?
We start planning in October of the previous year and have approximately 150 volunteers.
Do you have a map of the start facility showing registration, parking, all toilets, water/snacks, start line? I don’t have a map of the start facility, but the start venue is perfect for this type of event.
Everything is in the same area so riders don’t have to do a lot of walking.
What is the most rewarding experience of hosting this event?
I think just seeing the 150 volunteers coming together to make the event successful.
What is the average number of participants?
1400
What can folks do to support you and your mission?
Come out on March 2nd and ride.
Do you ride, and if so, what kind of bicycle do you have?
I do ride and I have a road bike.
Anything else you’d like to tell folks about this ride?
If you do the 67 mile route there are some fantastic views as you crest the hilltops coming into the town of Anderson.
CLICK HERE– for more information about this awesome ride! Don’t forget to register before you miss out.
See ya on the hills, Wheel Brothers.