Spindletop Spin 2013

Date: Saturday, June 01, 2013

Event: 8th Annual Spindletop Spin

Route Distances(Click distance for Route maps):

About the Ride: In Memory of Honorable Tom Mulvaney

Join us for the Spindletop Spin and spend the day traveling through scenic and historic areas.
All proceeds benefit the Jefferson County Bar Association Foundation. The Jefferson County Bar Association Foundation is a non-profit 501(c) (3) organization dedicated to support the educational programs and legal-related services for the citizens of Southeast Texas.

THERE IS A CUTOFF POINT FOR THE 100 MILE ROUTE. IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO RIDE THE 100 MILE ROUTE, YOU WILL NEED TO BE THROUGH THE TURN AT THE REST STOP ON HIGHWAY 105 IN SOUR LAKE BY 9:10 A.M. THIS IS 30 MILES INTO THE RIDE. WHILE WE REGRET HAVING TO DO THIS, WE MUST RESPECT THE TIME OF OUR VOLUNTEERS THAT MAKE THIS RIDE POSSIBLE.
Start times are ride out times.  Please arrive early to be ready for the start of each ride.  Routes are marked with signs adn color arrows on the road.

Where does the money go? Click here to learn more

Location: Crockett Street Entertainment District located on Crockett Street in Beaumont, Texas

Event Website: http://spindletopspin.com/index.html

Registration details: Online Registration via Active.com

Contact Info: probono@jcba.org or Call 409-839-2332

Mesquite Rotary Bike Ride

Date: Saturday, June 1, 2013

Event: 17th Annual Mesquite Rotary Bike Ride

Route Distances: 33K, 65K, or 100K

About the Ride: This year, the charity fundraiser will start at Mesquite Rodeo Center (at Military Parkway and I-635 L.B.J. Freeway) at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 1, 2013. Cyclists will have the choice of 33K, 65K, or 100K courses. In addition to the controlled ride, those registering will get a catered lunch from Buffalo Wild Wings coffee and food from Panera Bread of Mesquite, a Dry Fit Performance event t-shirt, and a goody bag of gifts from area businesses.

All registered riders 18 years of age or older will be eligible to win a $1,500 Trek Madone 2.1 Road Bike courtesy of Richardson Bike Mart, a new $400 GoPro HERO3 Black Edition HD Camcorder, or one of eleven $100 gift cards, courtesy of Plano Cycling & Fitness. Drawings will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Ride day and riders do not need to be present to win. See Official Rules for complete details.

The first 1,500 to register will also receive an event t-shirt. Early registration until ride day costs only $30.00 for adults and $20.00 for kids age 14 and under. Ride day registration will be just $35.00 for adults and $25.00 for kids. On site registration will begin at 6:00 that morning. Information will be available at area bike shops.

Location: Mesquite, TX

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

Contact info: 972.284.9411 OR MesquiteRotaryBikeRide@gmail.com

Shiner GASP 2013

Date: Saturday, May 04, 2013 – Start Time 7AM

Event: Shiner GASP (Greater Austin to Shiner Pedal)

Route Distances: 100 Miles and 50 Miles

About the Ride: Ride 100 miles from Austin to the Spoetzl Brewery in Shiner, Texas. Shiner Beers is an original supporter of cycling events in the United States. Come out and see why the Shiner GASP (Great Austin to Shiner Pedal) Ride continues to be one of the most enjoyable and challenging rides you’ll ever do!

Cyclists will depart from Austin and ride 100 miles through small towns and scenic byways on the way to the historic Spoetzl Brewery in Shiner, Texas.

Event Website: http://www.shiner.com/shinergasp/

Location: Met Center 10 – 7551 Metro Center Dr. Austin, TX 78744

Registration details: Online Registration via Signmeup.com – Registration Fee is $50.00

Contact Info: Shiner GASP contact page

Follow Shiner GASP on Facebook or Twitter

Bike MS: Sam’s Club Round-Up Ride

Date: May 4-5, 2013

Event: Bike MS: Sam’s Club Round-Up Ride

Route Distances: a 150+ mile, two-day ride that treks from Frisco to Texas Motor Speedway and back

About the Ride: Saddle up for the Metroplex’s largest cycling fundraiser — the two-day, 150+ mile Bike MS: Sam’s Club Round-Up Ride — rolling out May 4-5, 2013. Register as an individual or team participant and help stop multiple sclerosis in its tracks. Connecting both novice and experienced cyclists to each other and the cause, riders will raise funds, go the distance and experience the triumph of finishing this scenic test of endurance. Start at Frisco’s Dr. Pepper Ballpark; enjoy an overnight stop at Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth; and lasso back for an impactful raceway finish. Monies raised benefit the National MS Society — helping fund vital programs and research. Registration fee increases as the ride approaches; $300 minimum pledge required. Visit www.bikeMStexas.org for full details and route options. Stay connected via Facebook (Bike MS: Sam’s Club Ride) and Twitter (BikeMS_DFW).

Location: Dr Pepper Ballpark – 7300 Rough Riders, Frisco, TX

Event Website: http://biketxh.nationalmssociety.org

Registration details: Online Registration

Contact info: Leah Weatherl – Director, Development Leah.Weatherl@nmss.org

Pedal to Padre 2013

Date: Sunday, May 5, 2013

Event: Pedal to Padre 2013

Route Distances: 30 miles

About the Ride: DISTANCE: Approx. 35 mi Start at Brownsville EVENT CENTER End at Schlitterbahn Directions to EVENT CENTER: Traveling on 77 south, exit Alton Gloor Rd (right) , travel about 2 miles to Paredes Line Rd, turn right. Travel about 2 miles to Event Center on right hand side.

Location: Brownsville Events Center – 1 Event Ctr Brownsville, TX 78526

Event Website: http://riverrockets.com/

Registration details: Download registration form

Contact info: rg3069@aol.com

24 Hours in the Canyon

Date: Saturday, June 1-2, 2013

Event: 24 Hours in the Canyon 2013

Route Distances: 24, 12, & 6 hour options as competitive races as well as a non-competitive option

About the Ride: The only simultaneous 24 hour road and mountain bike event in the country.

Q: Do I really have to ride for 24 hours?

A: The short answer is NO… unless you are racing competitively.  While there will be many people who will complete (or attempt) the 24 Hours solo, most participants choose to go about it as a team.  Non-Competitive teams may be made up of as many riders as you would like.  Your team may choose to attack the 24 Hours in many ways.  Here are examples of what some teams have done:
  • Assign hours to a specific rider so they know when they are riding.
  • Each rider rides when they want and for as long as they want.
  • Everyone sticks together – ride as a team & rest as a team

Click here for more FAQ’s

Location: Palo Duro Canyon State Park – Canyon, TX

Event Website: http://www.24hoursinthecanyon.org/

Registration details: Click here for registration details

Contact info: info@24hoursinthecanyon.org

Texas 4000 ATLAS Ride

Date: Saturday, June 1, 2013

Event: 9th Annual Texas 4000 ATLAS Ride

Route Distances: 25, 50 and 70-mile routes

About the Ride: Join the 2013 LIVESTRONG Texas 4000 team on the first day of their 70 day cross-country ride from Austin to Anchorage! The ATLAS Ride is open to the entire community and is the perfect way to show your support without committing an entire summer to the effort!

The ride will kick off at Running Brushy Middle School in Cedar Park and will conclude in Lampasas at Texas Legato Winery. Course distance options include 25, 50 and 70-mile routes and full SAG, rest stop and mechanical support will be provided. The post ride celebration includes BBQ, live music and more!

Location: Running Brushy Middle School – 2303 North Lakeline Boulevard, Cedar Park, TX

Event Website: http://www.texas4000.org/atlas/home

Registration details: Online Registration

Contact info: richellecriswell@me.com OR Call 512-585-5034

Tour de Pepper

Date: Saturday, June 8, 2013

Event: Tour de Pepper Bike Ride 2013

Route Distances (Click distance for route maps: 9, 34, and 70 miles

About the Ride: 2012 Tour de Pepper riders helped change the world for thousands! All proceeds from last year’s Tour de Pepper went to aid children in Africa, Mexico, China, and Burma. Children who were trafficked were rescued and provided care and schooling. Children who were starving were given food, love and smiles. Kids exposed to malaria were given the opportunity to sleep in safety, as a result of mosquito nets provided by TdP proceeds. And kids without hope or opportunity for education, went to school for the first time! Thanks to Kids Across Cultures and the 2012 TdP riders and sponsors! Become part of the cycle of change! Ride the Pepper!

The Ride

Last year’s Tour de Pepper can only be counted as a success. With over 500 riders from all across the country, and as far away as New Zealand, everyone enjoyed a beautiful day to ride and support Kids Across Cultures. The 2013 edition of the TdP promises to be our best ride yet! You’ll want to register early. For 2011 position results: View last year’s results.

Click here to follow Tour de Pepper on Facebook

Location: Dublin High School – 2233 East State Hwy 6, Dublin  TX  76446

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

Registration details: Online Registration – The registration fee is $35. The registration fee will be $40 on the day of the event.

Contact info: Click here to send a Message through their Contact Form

18th Annual Fire-Ant 100K Tour

Date: Saturday, June 8, 2013 – 8 AM

Event: 18th Annual Fire-Ant 100K Tour

Route Distance: 10-mile, 32-mile, 50-mile, and 100K (62.5 miles)

About the Ride: All routes will be on paved county roads.   WE REQUIRE   ALL PARTICIPANTS TO WEAR HELMETS AND SAFETY GEAR.  Sag Stations will be provided.  There are no repair  facilities on site.  We also strongly urge all riders to carry water bottles during the ride.  Sag Wagons will be patrolling all routes to  assist riders, as needed.

The first 300 to register will receive a courtesy packet with this year’s Fire-Ant 100K T-shirt and a variety of goodies.

ALSO a free pass to Gatesville Fitness Center, to shower & change (bring your own towels), and to use the indoor pool. ALSO a free pass to the city’s outdoor swimming pool, downtown near Court House.

REST STOPS: Sag Stations will be placed at 10-mile intervals, and at the start-finish area. Porta-potties will be available at all Sag Stations.

Location: Gatesville Civic Center – Gatexville, TX

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

Registration details: Registration form is available here.

Contact Info: 254.865.5367  OR Email: ut.longhorn5635@yahoo.com / faye.nichols@ci.gatesville.tx.us

22nd Annual Collin Classic

Date: Saturday, June 8, 2013

Event: 22nd Annual Collin Classic

Route Distances: 

About the Ride: Welcome to the 2013 Annual Collin Classic Bike Rally, catering to the serious cyclist, the weekend rider, and family riders. Benefiting City House, the event helps promote City House’s mission and raise funds for the agency.

This event is a bicycle rally, NOT A RACE, so we will not be keeping track of “who finished first” nor will we be awarding prizes based upon finish time or placement. With nearly 3,000 participants, caution is advised at all times during your ride.

All participants must wear an approved cycling helmet at all times while on their bicycles. Early June is usually hot here in north Texas, so please carry and drink fluids during your ride.

The Collin Classic, an annual bicycle rally in Collin County, caters both to the serious cyclist and the weekend rider. Benefiting City House, the event helps raise awarness of City House’s mission to provide emergency shelter and transitional residential services to children and young adults who are in need due to abuse, neglect and homelessness. For more information about City House visit www.cityhouse.org

Location: McKinney North High School – 2550 Wilmeth Road, McKinney, TX

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

Registration details: Online Registration via Active.com

Contact info: 972-578-5719