Golden Girls Gold Rush Cycling Classic 2012

Date: Sunday, February 5, 2012

Event: Golden Girls Gold Rush Cycling Classic 2012

Route Distances: 25, 44 & 65 mile routes

About the Ride: This is the annual fund-raising ride of the Conroe High School Golden Girls’ Dance Team. The scenic 25, 44 & 65 mile routes take you through rolling Texas landscapes with rest stops manned by our dance team members. Home baked goods at our fun, themed rest stops make for a fun-filled ride.

Location: Montgomery High School Stadium, 22825 Hwy 105 West Montgomery, TX

Event Website: http://www.chsgoldengirls.com/#!__bike-ride

Registration details: Online Registration via Active.com

Pedaling the Prairie 2012

Date: Saturday, February 11, 2012 — 9:00 AM

Event: Pedaling the Prairie

Route Distance: Several courses ranging from a 24-mile beginner ride to a 71-mile endurance ride

About the Ride: Pedaling the Prairie is a non-competitive bike ride held annually around the rice fields and prairie between Bellville and Katy, Texas.  All proceeds benefit the athletic department of Faith West Academy.

This year’s ride is on Saturday, February 11, 2012. We will start from the Waller County Fairgrounds, 22000 Fairground Road, Hempstead, Texas 77445 (290 and FM 359).

Ride in comfort knowing that there will be breakpoints every 10 — 15 miles.  Refreshments will be provided at all breakpoints to keep you hydrated and energized.  Your safety and well-being is our major concern, as we will have well planned routes, police escorts through major intersections, and mechanical and medical support at the rest stops.  SAG vehicles and Ride Marshall support also will be included.

The ride travels along several courses ranging from a 24-mile beginner ride to a 71-mile endurance ride. The various routes take you around the Monaville, Pattison, and Bellville areas. You can expect to experience the prairie, rolling meadows, rural flatlands, and some hills close to Bellville.

Location: Waller County Fairgrounds — 22000 Fairgrounds Road Hempstead, TX

Event Website: http://www.pedalingtheprairie.org/

Registration details: Online Registration via BikeReg.com – Fee: $30 for all categories

Contact Info: Email — pedalingtheprairie@faithwest.org

Ride to the Rescue

Date: Sunday, February 12, 2012 — 6:30 AM

Event: Ride to the Rescue

Route Distances (click distance for route maps): 33, 43, or 60 miles

About the Ride: Ride to The Rescue — A unique organization dedicated to raising funds for local animal rescue groups. Net proceeds directly provide for medical needs, creature comforts, and help finding a forever home.

Location: Manvel High School – 19601 Texas 6 Manvel, TX

Event Website: http://www.ridetotherescue.org/

Registration details: Online Registration via Active.com

$25 Early Pre-registration (by Jan 1)
$30 Pre-registraion (by Feb 9th)
$35 after Feb 9th

Contact Info:  713-408-2677

9th Annual Humble Lions Club Bike Ride

Date: Saturday, February 18, 2012

Event: 10th Annual Humble Lions Club Bike Ride

Route Distances (click distance for route maps): 51.1 mile », 46.5 mile », 22 mile » 

About the Ride: A BP MS 150 Recommended Ride. You choose the distance you want to go to help support Lions Clubs Charities!

Fund Raiser Benefits:
– Handicapped and Diabetic Children
– Hearts Scholarship Foundation

Location: Humble Career & Technology Education Center 9155 Will Clayton Road Humble, Texas 77338  

Event Website: http://www.humblelionsclub.com/bikeride_2012.html

Registration details: Online Registration via Active.com

Early Bird: *
(by Feb. 1, 2012) ...............................................$25.00
Pre-Registration: *
(by Feb. 8, 2012 to be guaranteed a t-shirt)............$30.00
Pre-Registration at Bike Stores: *
See stores / dates listed below .............................$35.00
Day of Event Registration:
(Feb. 18, 2012) ..................................................$40.00

Contact Info: Email any questions or concerns to: Luretta or Karl

Fax: 281-713-2138
Mail: Humble Lions Club Charities, Inc., P.O. Box 621, Humble, TX 77347-0621
Tel: 281-548-3208 or 832-206-8788

Tri-County Hill Hopper

Date: Sunday, February 19, 2012

Event: Tri-County Hill Hopper — Road

Route Distances: 20, 36 or 67 miles

About the Ride: Are you training for the BP MS 150? Or, do you just love cycling? Consider participating in the Hill Hopper. By cycling one of three AWESOME routes–20, 36 or 67 miles–you’ll be supporting Camp LIFE, a weekend camp for kids with disabilities as well as supporting fund-raising efforts for the Lonestar Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

Proceeds from the Tri-County Hill Hopper help send kids with disabilities from the Brazos Valley to Camp LIFE, a bi-annual recreational weekend for children (ages 5—21).

Location: Antique Sales Lot – Corner of TX Hwy 237 and FM 954 Round Top, TX

Event Website: http://www.hillhopper.org

Registration details: Online Registration via Active.com – Fees: $25 / $30 / $35

Contact info: Jill Hughson – tchillhopper@gmail.com


Pedal Thru the Pines

Date: March 3, 2012

Event: 10th Annual Pedal Thru The Pines

Race Distances: 16, 27, 50 or 65 miles

About the Ride: The Family Crisis Center invites you to our 10th Annual Pedal Thru The Pines! Cyclists will enjoy riding through the beautiful Loblolly Pines in Bastrop and Buescher State Parks and traversing the surrounding country roads of Bastrop, Fayette and Lee Counties. 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.

Location: Bastrop High School at 1700 Chambers St. Bastrop TX 78602

Event Website: http://pedalthrupines.org/index.php

Registration: Online Registration via BikeReg.com

Email: charlottep@familycrisiscenter.us


Gator Ride

Date: Saturday, March 3, 2012

Event: Baytown YMCA Gator Ride

Route Distances (Click distance for route maps): 62, 51, 43, 33 Miles and 6.2 Mile Family Ride

About the Ride: The 23rd year of the Baytown Family YMCA Gator Ride has changed for the better! The Gator Ride is scheduled for Saturday, March 3, 2012.

Our ride site is located across the street from Bicentennial Park located at 119 Lee Drive. We have the 62 and 43 mile rides that go over the Fred Hartman Bridge, and the 51 and 33 mile rides which do not go over the bridge. We also have the Lisa Guy Memorial Family Ride for all ages which is 6.2 miles.  Please click on the tabs above and receive more information plus pictures from last year’s ride.After your ride, stay and enjoy activities at the Start/Finish line.

Event Website: http://www.gatorride.org/

Registration details: Online Registration via Active.com

Contact info: Call the YMCA @ 281-427-1797


The Plane Great Ride

Date: Sunday, March 4, 2012

Event: The Plane Great Ride

Route Distances: 25, 47 and 67 miles

About the Ride: A BP MS 150 Recommended Ride – Formerly the Continental Airlines Cycling Classic

Features rolling hills and beautiful scenery through the Sam Houston National Forest and farms of Grimes and Montogmery Counties.

Location: Montgomery High School Sports Complex – 22485 Hwy 105 W Mongomery, Texas

Event Website: http://www.cocyclingclassic.com/

Registration details: Online Registration via Active.com

Contact info: cycleteam@coair.com

Schulenberg Texas Dance Hall Ride

Date: Saturday, March 10, 2012 (Ride starts 9 AM)

Event: 3rd Annual Schulenburg Texas Dance Hall Ride

Route Distances: 30, 45 and 60 miles

About the Ride: Sugar Cycles presents a ride through Texas Culture.  The Annual Texas Dance Hall Ride will take place on Saturday, March 10, 2012 in Schulenburg, Texas. Multiple ride options include 30, 45 and 60 miles. This is a newly redesigned course, heading further north to La Grange Monument Hill. Cyclists will enjoy the rolling hills of Fayette County, while viewing historic Dance Halls and Painted churches. Rest stops will be provided every 7 to 10 miles at historic land marks. This is a great way to tour the Texas back roads and enjoy small town hospitality. There will be plenty of free parking the morning of the event. Restrooms and showers will be made available to all cyclists who attend. For more info on the ride and routes, please call (281) 565-0995.

The Art, Wine & Music Fest held in conjunction with Sugar Cycles’ 3rd annual Texas Dance Hall Ride will start soon after the 9am send off for family and friends waiting on the riders.  The Festival includes street vendors, artists, and authors displaying their works, live bluegrass, cowboy and Texas swing music.. A tour of local businesses and wine tasting will make up this spring festival and activities will flow into the Dance Hall of your choice early in the afternoon.

Click here to download the event flyer for the 2012 Texas Dance Hall Ride

Location: 531 N. Main St., Schulenburg, Texas 78956

Event Website: http://sugarcycles.com

Registration details: Online Registration via BikeReg.com

Contact info: info@sugarcycles.com OR call (281) 565-0995


B-geO Magnolia Miles

Date: Saturday, March 17, 2012

Event: B-geO Magnolia Miles

Route Distances: 30, 41 and 71 miles

About the Ride: B-GeO Magnolia Miles is an MS150 Recommended bicycle ride with 3 routes through the beautiful Magnolia countryside. Magnolia is nestled in the Southwest corner of Montgomery County, just Northwest of Houston. B-geO Magnolia Miles is a fully supported ride with emphasis on safety and security. The ride provides police escort, ride marshals, corner marshals, and six rest stops with plenty of tasty snacks and refreshments.

Location: Magnolia, TX

Event Website: http://www.magnoliamiles.org

Registration details: Online Registration via BikeReg.com

  • $25 registration until January 15
  • $30 registration until February 20
  • $35 registration from February 21 (including the day of the ride)

Contact info: Heidi Teichgraeber- heidihnrc@yahoo.com