BP MS 150 Official Bike Stores
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Who are the Official BP MS 150 Bike Stores?
A. BP MS 150 Official Bike Stores are the official bike store partners of the
BP MS 150 and are the exclusive bike store partners to the Lone Star Chapter.
Q. Where are the BP MS 150 Official Bike Stores located?
A. The BP MS 150 Official Bike Stores are strategically located to serve the major market areas in and around the Houston and Austin metropolitan areas. Official stores are also located in Beaumont, TX and College Station, TX. Other chapter bike store partners are located in Dallas, TX and San Antonio, TX for your riders from those regions. Please ask for a listing of all BP MS 150 Official Bike Stores.
Q. What is a BP MS 150 Official Bike Store?
A. A BP MS 150 Official Bike Store is an event partner of the Lone Star Chapter who provides the needed cycling products, services and education to the
BP MS 150 participants and teams.
Q. When are the BP MS 150 Official Bike Stores available to begin providing products, services and education training to my team and team members?
A. Immediately! Our bike store partners stand ready to serve you throughout the year.
Q. Why should my team or team members choose to do business with a
BP MS 150 Official Bike Store?
A. BP MS 150 Bike Stores are supporters of not only the BP MS 150 bike ride, but are also major supporters and partners with the National MS Society and the Lone Star Chapter in our efforts to raise awareness about multiple sclerosis and the funds necessary to support research, programs, services and advocacy for those living with MS.
Q. What are the benefits of my team and team members partnering with or doing business with a BP MS 150 Official Bike Store?
A. BP MS 150 bikes stores are cycling enthusiast businesses with the experience you and your riders can depend on to help make your BP MS 150 experience safe and enjoyable. BP MS 150 bike stores provide a full line cycling products, including but not limited to, bikes, apparel, shoes and accessories.
Q. Can a BP MS 150 Official Bike Store provide the services necessary to maintain my bike?
A. Absolutely! All BP MS 150 bike stores are full-service businesses that not only get you on your bike and on the road, but are able to provide the knowledge and expertise to help you maintain you bike and other cycling equipment.
Q. Can a BP MS 150 Official Bike Store provide the FREE bicycle safety inspection?
A. Yes. Only a BP MS 150 Official Bike Store is able to perform the safety inspection needed to receive the safety inspection sticker for your bike.
Note: Bicycle safety inspections are conducted at no charge February 15th thru April 9th. A $15 safety inspection fee will apply beginning April 10th.
Q. What special services and support can a BP MS 150 Official Bike Store provide to me and my team?
A. BP MS 150 Bike Stores can provide a variety of support services to you and your team. Services may vary from store to store so be sure to contact the store or stores of your choice to see how their team support programs work.
Q. Do the BP MS 150 Official Bike Stores support other cycling events?
A. Yes. BP MS 150 Official Bike Stores support the BP MS 150 Recommended Ride series as well other community related cycling events.
Q. What are some other things the BP MS 150 Official Bike Stores do to support the BP MS 150 and the Lone Star Chapter?
A. The BP MS 150 stores also support the chapter by offering coupons and special promotions for ride participants leading up the event and by sponsoring a percentage of the bike store gift certificates that riders can earn through their fundraising.
Q. What role does a BP MS 150 bike store play during the weekend of the
BP MS 150?
A. BP MS 150 bike stores participate in the BP MS 150 Expo at our host hotel so you can purchase any last minute items, they provide full mechanical support services and all starts, breakpoints, and lunch sites and at the overnight in La Grange. Some BP MS 150 bikes stores offer exclusive mechanical support for their partnered teams in La Grange. (Please consult with your bike store partnered to determine if this service can be provided)