As a First Time Rider we are here to help you along your journey. In this section you will find important information about the upcoming weekend. Welcome and take a look around!
It's Not a Sprint, It's a Marathon
At Bike MS Pedal to the Point you will see riders of all shapes, sizes, and skill levels. The ride is designed for every type of person including riders in peak physical condition, young kids, and even those living with MS. The route boasts beautiful scenery as each rider travels through the pastoral countryside and is mostly flat with an occasional gradual hill.
The most important thing to remember is that Bike MS is not a sprint, it is a marathon; meaning each rider will go at their own pace. Some riders finish within hours and others take their time to enjoy the scenery and arrive at their leisure. No matter who you are and how you decide to ride, we hope that you have the ride of your life.
What to Bring
- Helmet (required)
- Water bottle
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Personal ID and medical insurance cards
- Money
- Tool-kit (not required)
Kent Clapp Extra Lap
Riders are given the option of riding an additional loop of 25 miles on Saturday. No pre-registration for the Kent Clapp Extra Lap is required. All riders completing the lap will receive a patch to honor your extra effort.
Route Support
Route support will be available throughout the weekend in case of an emergency, if a rider needs mechanical support, and to continually check on the riders.
- Rest stops – located every 10-12 miles throughout the route on both days. There will be healthy snacks, water and Gatorade, restroom facilities and bicycle assistance at every rest stop.
- Bike mechanics – repairs will be free of charge, but you will need to cover the cost of parts.
- Radio communication - Volunteer Amateur Radio (HAM) Operators will keep constant communication between staff and volunteers.
- Medical staff – First responders, EMTs, paramedics, nurses and doctors.
- Support and Gear (SAG) Vehicles & Gold Wings – will continually drive the route to check on riders and transport them to the next rest stop should a rider need assistance.
Free Transportation
Busses will be available to riders – free of charge – the weekend of the ride to transport riders to and from:
- Certain hotels
- The Finish Line (for one-day riders)
Non-Riders
We welcome family members and friends to join the cyclists throughout the weekend. If non-riders want to stop at all of the rest stops to meet up with their cyclists, we ask that they use the Non-Rider Driving Directions which will be available. The less traffic on the bike route, the safer it will be for the cyclists.
Non-rider meal tickets can also be purchased the weekend of the ride at the lunch stop, the overnight, and finish line. Non-riders are also welcome to join the riders during the overnight activites.
