Gator Ride, Gear Up to End Hunger

The Gator Ride, Gear Up to End Hunger page provides you with the official registration information, ride distances, etc., and if you scroll down a bit, videos, interviews, and ride reports for this event. If you don’t see a ride report and you participated in the event in the past, feel free to type something up and we’ll add it here!

Date: March 16, 2024

Event: 35th Annual Gator Ride, Gear Up to End Hunger

Route Distances: 63, 53, 43, 33 mile routes, and 5.6 mile Family Ride

About the Ride:

We’re back baby! You asked for it and this year the Fred Hartman Bridge is back for those who like the challenge of the climb and feel the need for speed on the downhill.

This year’s event promises to be bigger and better than ever with five routes to choose from, we invite riders of all ages and experience levels to join us for a day of outdoor fun, fitness, and community spirit.

Join us for the 35th Annual Gator Ride!

The Gator Ride is an annual tradition that supports healthy activity and benefits Hearts and Hands of Baytown to end hunger in our community. This year we celebrate 35 years and are excited to announce the return of the Fred Hartman bridge routes!

As an MS150 Additional Training Ride, this is an event that you need to place on your calendar. Course lengths are 33, 43, 53, and 63miles. There is even a 5.6-mile family ride!

Get your ride on then come hang out in Gator Ride Village, a gathering place for riders before, during, and after the ride to grab a bite, interact with vendor booths, have fun with a photo booth, and other family-friendly activities.

All proceeds from the Gator Ride, Gear Up to End Hunger will go toward our Annual Campaign. The most basic need for survival is food, and an unacceptable number of families need food assistance in our community. Hearts and Hands of Baytown is leading the fight to address food insecurity by providing access to fresh, healthy food to residents via our four pillar programs. In all our endeavors, we work to remove the stigma of needing food and provide clients with opportunities to strive toward self-sufficiency.

This year’s Gator Ride offers something for every kind of rider out there. For more information or to register, head to https://heartsandhandsofbaytown.com/gator-ride/

So, what are you waiting for? Put your pedals to the metal and your dollars to good use. Remember, you’re not just riding; you’re Gearing Up to End Hunger!

Accommodations:
• Hyatt Regency Baytown Address: 100 Convention Ctr Wy, Baytown, TX 77520, Phone: (281) 987-1234
• Springhill Suites Address: 5169 East Fwy, Baytown, TX 77521 Phone: (281) 421-1200
• Hilton Garden Inn Address: 4910 E Chase St, Baytown, TX 77521 Phone: (281) 838-8208

Contact Nikki Rincon at heartsandhandsofbaytown@gmail.com for further details on accommodations.

EARLY PACKET PICK-UP LOCATIONS:
Thursday, March 14, 2024
TIME: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Bay Area Cycling
2049 South Richey (Richey & Allen Genoa)
Pasadena, TX 77502

Friday, March 15, 2024
TIME: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Lee College Gymnasium
200 Lee Drive
Baytown, Texas 77520

What’s included in the ride packet?
· Bib number (attach to jersey)
· T-shirt
· Additional rider information
Note: If a rider is unable to pick up his or her packet, another person may pick up the packet on their behalf if their online registration is completed and the waiver is signed.

DAY OF PACKET PICK-UP
Friday, March 16, 2024
TIME: 6:00 AM – 8:00 AM
Lee College Gymnasium
200 Lee Drive
Baytown, Texas 77520

Please plan to park and ride your bike through campus to the check-in/starting line area. There will be signs to assist you in finding the parking area and getting to the check-in area.

RIDE TIMELINE DETAILS
· 6:00 AM Check-In and Registration
· 7:30 AM 63 & 43–mile routes (NOTE: Start line closes at 7:55 am for 63-43-mile routes crossing Fred Hartman)
· 8:00 AM 53 & 33–mile routes (NOTE: Start line closes at 8:30 am for 53-33-mile routes)
All main routes are open until 2:00 PM. After 2:00 PM, riders may SAG to the finish or continue to ride without Gator Ride support.
· 8:00 AM Family Ride Check-In and Registration
· 8:45 AM 5.6-mile route (NOTE: Start line closes at 9:15 am)
The route is open until 12:00 PM. After 12:00 PM, riders may SAG to the finish or continue to ride without Gator Ride support.

Helmets are required for event participants.