9th Annual Katy Ram Challenge

Date: Saturday, April 09, 2011 @ 8:00 AM

Event:9th Annual Katy Ram Challenge

Location: Sun & Ski Sports Katy Mills Mall – Katy, TX

Route Distance (Click here for route map): 12 mile family ride to a 76 mile endurance ride

About the Ride: The Katy Ram Challenge is a non-competitive bike ride held annually in Katy, TX to benefit the Mayde Creek High School MIGHTY Ram Band. The ride includes support and covers several courses ranging from a 12 mile family ride to a 76 mile endurance ride. Riders can expect to experience rolling meadows and rural flatlands around the Katy / Brookshire area.

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

Registration details: Online Registration via Active.com

Contact Info: Email the Ride Captain – ridecaptain@mchsramband.org

Fiesta Wildflower Ride 2011

Date: Sunday, April 10, 2011 @ 8:00 AM

Event: Fiesta Wildflower Ride

Location: Retama Park 1 Retama Pkwy – Selma, TX

Route Distances: 100 mi, 100K, 40 mi, 23 mi

About the Ride: The Hill Country Sports Association is proud to present the 2011 Fiesta Wildflower Ride. The cycling community along with San Antonio and its many visitors will have a fun family event for 2011. Participants and spectators alike anticipate a memorable weekend to kickoff Fiesta activities.

In 2010 approximately 1250 athletes participated from Texas and beyond. Both young and the young at heart joined in this fitness experience as they cycled through our scenic hill country.

For 2011 route distances will range from 23 mi – 100 mi. Rest stops will be staged approximately every 10 miles and were fully supported by volunteers. Roving SAG vehicles will be available on all courses to assist riders between aid stations when necessary. The Fiesta Wildflower Ride brings families together during this weekend of challenging and inspiring activities.

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

Registration details: Online Registration via Active.com

Contact info: Lynda Stewart – HCSA Race Director

Email: racedirector@rocketmail.com or Call 210-843-4234

Matrix Challenge p/b Richardson Bike Mart

Date: Saturday, April 16, 2011 to Sunday, April 17, 2011

Event: Matrix Challenge p/b Richardson Bike Mart — Criterium

Location: Wilson Historic District located in downtown Dallas, TX

Route Distances: Click here to view route distances

About the Ride: The Matrix Challenge is back again in the beautiful Wilson Historic District located in downtown Dallas, Texas: $20,000 cash purse.

Sixteen separate categories per day, including 40+, 50+, and 60+. Kiddie Challenge! Ladies entering either the Women Cat4 or Women Cat 3 will receive a FREE entry to that day’s Women Open event.

Event Flyer: http://www.txbra.org/db/events/2011MatrixChallenge.pdf

Registration details: Online Registration via BikeReg.com

Contact Info: david1.adams1@gmail.com OR Call 214.529.8293

Red Poppy Ride

Date: Saturday, April 16, 2011 @ 8:00 AM

Event: Red Poppy Ride — Road

Location: Georgetown High School Annex 2295 N. Austin Avenue – Georgetown, TX

Route Distances (Click here for Route Map): Family Circle 14 Mile, 28, 50, 63, and 101 miles

About the Ride: All routes pedal through moderately flat terrain interspersed with rolling hills on the eastern side of Williamson County. With routes of 14-101 miles, this ride is suitable for beginning to advanced cyclists. Rest stops will be available at approximately 10-mile intervals and SAG vehicles will patrol the route.

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

Registration details: Online Registration via Active.com

Individual Registration – $30.00; $40.00 after March 31th
Family Registration – $75.00; $85.00 after March 31th

Contact Info: Email: info@georgetownsertoma.org OR Call 512-863-3008

Ride for Heroes 2011

Date: April 16, 2011, 8:30 amRide for Heroes logo

Event:  Moritz Ride for Heroes

Location: Aledo High School campus – Aledo, TX

Entry Fees: 25$ before April 1st, 30$ after

Routes( route maps coming soon): 8, 22, 34, 44, 60, and 82 miles (Moritz Challenge)

About the Ride: The 9th annual Moritz Ride for Heroes will be on April 16, 2011. The start and finish lines are on the Aledo High School campus ( view Google Map). We have six scenic routes, ranging from 8 miles through 82 miles. And since the ride is in mid-April, Bluebonnets and Indian Paintbrushes should be in bloom! Your entry fee includes a post ride lunch of grilled hamburger or hot dog, chips, and water.

The annual Moritz Chevrolet Ride for Heroes supports those organizations that protect and serve and make Eastern Parker County a better place to live. Proceeds from the bike ride are dispersed to the following organizations:

Aledo Fire Department

Hudson Oaks Fire Department

Willow Park Fire/Rescue

Parker County Sheriff’s Reserve

Parker County Center of Hope

In addition, the Ride for Heroes bike ride supports various student clubs from Aledo High School and the Texas Bicycle Coalition (working for safer cycling in Texas).

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

Registration: Online Registration via athlete360.com

Mail in registration: Download the registration form and mail it with a check to:

Ride for Heroes

P. O. Box 186

Aledo, TX 76008

Please make your check payable to Ride for Heroes, Inc.

In Person Registration: At one of the following locations or at the front of the Aledo High School Bearcat Stadium on April 16th before the ride. Saturday, April 9th, from 10:00am until 4:00pm

– Bicycles Inc, 143 E. Harwood, Hurst 817-268-6572.
Note: Persons picking up their packets or registering at Bicycles Inc. will receive a VIP parking pass on a first-come-first-served basis until allotted passes are gone.

– Fort Worth Cycling and Fitness Center, 3315 Cherry Lane, Fort Worth, 817-244-7911.
Wednesday, April 13th, from 4 PM to 8 PM

– Richardson Bike Mart, 1415 W. Campbell Rd, Richardson, 972-231-3993
Thursday, April 14th, from 12 PM to 7 PM

– Bicycles Inc, 5125 Granbury Rd, Fort Worth, 817-292-2911.
Note: Persons picking up their packets or registering at Bicycles Inc. will receive a VIP parking pass on a first-come-first-served basis until allotted passes are gone.

Email: Donna Smith – ride@rideforheroes.org

BP MS 150

Date: April 16-17, 2011

Event: 2011 BP MS 150

Location: Houston to Austin, TX

Route Distances: Two day, 180-mile journey

About the Ride: The BP MS 150 is a two-day fundraising cycling ride organized by the National MS Society: Lone Star. This ride is the largest event of its kind in North America. In 2010, 12,000 cyclist raised more than $16 million for multiple sclerosis and the BP MS 150 has raised more than $131 million since the first ride in 1985!

MOVE IT!

The BP MS 150 is a fundraising event benefiting 20,000 Texans living with MS. In 2009, more than 12,000 dedicated riders raised more than $17.3 million. Cyclists are required to raise at least $400. The required minimum fundraising total of $400 is due one month after the Ride to qualify for fundraising prizes.

Event Website: http://www.nationalmssociety.org/chapters/bp-ms-150/index.aspx

Registration details: Online Registration

General Rider Registration – 100.00$

Contact info: ms150info@ms150.org

Telephone Numbers

  • Office: 713-394-2900
  • Toll Free: 1-800-323-4873
  • Fax: 713-394-7422

Superdrome Speed Race TX Cup

Date: Saturday, April 23, 2011 – 10 AM

Event: Superdrome Speed Race TX Cup #1 – Criterium

Location: Superdrome – 9700 Wade Blvd. – Frisco, TX 75035

Event Details: See event flyer for details

Registration Details: Online Registration via BikeReg.com

Entry Fee $20. $15 for Juniors. On-site registration available for $30, Additional category (for the crazy) $5

Contact Info: Aron Seiken 817-319-1424

Red River Riot

Date: Saturday, April 23, 2011 @ 8:00 AM

Event: Red River Riot

Location: Red River Valley, TX – Click here for map to staging area

Route Distances: 60 and 120 Miles

About the Ride: The 2011 Red River Riot will be a grass roots ride this time around with the focus being the best and most challenging route possible. This is not an official “event” so don’t look for prizes, sag support, portapots or schwag.

We’re going to give you a great route to follow that will cover at least 100 miles of dirt roads in North Texas. We’ll coordinate a meet up spot and time and provide directions for everyone to find their way from Point A to Point Z. There is no entry fee but donations will be accepted to cover the overhead for signage/maps/etc.
The long route will be around 120 miles
The short route will be around 60 miles
We may offer a mini route of around 30 miles if there is any interest
Land access fees will be collected at the gate unless you need a bed and we’ll set up some sort of prepay arrangement:
  • $5 per head to park/land access
  • $10 per head to camp
  • $20 per head for a bed (limited)
  • $25 for a camper/rv includes parking

Prices cover the whole weekend but no half price if you only stay one night. Email if you want a bed those will have to be prepaid and organized. The routes will be greatness.

Kids are free

There is still no entry fee but we do have to pay “rent” for land access so everyone can gather in one spot. You can stay the night before the ride or spend the night after you are done riding or both. We will collect camping and parking fees at the gate but will have to make prepaid arrangements of some sort if you want a bed. Please touch base if you have any questions.

Event Website: http://www.spinistry.com/?cat=3

Registration details: Online Registration via BikeReg.com

Contact info: Click here to contact event via BikeReg.com contact form

2011 Easter Hill Country Tour

Date: April 22-24, 2011

Event: 38th Annual Easter Hill Country Tour

Location: Kerrville, Texas

Route Distances:

  • April 22: Rides of 25, 48 & 64 miles
  • April 23: Rides of 19 to 105 miles
  • April 24: Rides of 19, 32 & 41 miles

About the Ride: The Austin Cycling Association invites you to the 38th Annual Easter Hill Country Tour. Experience the charm and hospitality of the Texas Hill Country and three days of the best riding Texas has to offer. Quiet, well-paved roads, challenging terrain and panoramic scenery have made the EHCT one of the premier cycling events in Texas. With no mass-starts, you’ll enjoy a relaxed, friendly cycling experience. All rides are fully-supported with rest stops and SAG vehicles. Join around 1,000 riders and see why the EHCT is an Easter weekend tradition.

Click here for Event FAQ’s for more details about the ride

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

Registration details: Online Registration via Active.com

Early bird registration is $40 through March 31, 2011. Registrations received from April 1 through April 20 are $45. On-site registration is $50.

Contact info: ehct@austincycling.org

Ride the Rock

Date: April 22, 2011 – 9 AM

Event: Ride the Rock – Road

Location: White Rock Lake Park 440 East Lawther Drive – Dallas, TX

Route Distances: Ride one lap, 5 laps or all 7 hours! Click here for a simple route map

White Rock Lake is celebrating their centennial this year and local cycling enthusiasts Dan Patterson and Stuart Crow decided that was reason enough to sponsor a bike ride at the lake. With their support, we will be able to donate 100% of the registration fees and donations to the White Rock Lake Centennial.

Ride The Rock, scheduled for Friday, April 22, 2011, will begin at 9am and last until 4pm. While Dan and Stuart plan to ride 100 miles, participants can ride as much or as little as they like. The idea is to just spend a day hanging out at White Rock Lake, enjoying the weather, location and enjoying a little cycling. Here is a message from Stuart Crow:

” I have been riding bikes for decades all over the country. I have never come across another urban park with a 9 mile nonstop lap for cyclists. Central Park–probably the second best place to ride in an urban environment–has only 6 miles. White Rock Lake is a true marvel for cyclists. Please join me in supporting our lake and ensuring that cycling remains a central part of it’s purpose.”

Let’s get the word out to all our friends and family members so that we can show how much the local cycling community appreciates and supports White Rock Lake.

Our route will be a combination of streets and the White Rock Lake Trail (between Winfrey Point and Garland Road).

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

Registration details: Online Registration via Active.com

$10 Kids 12 and under; $25 adults until 4/5, $35 until 4/21, $45 day of event

Contact info: 972-567-8365 OR Email mike@funbikin.com