Date: June 26, 2010

Event: Cow Creek Country Classic Bike Ride

Location: Waxahachie High School on Highway 77 North and High School Drive

Routes: Our ride is not a race, and will consist of 10, 19, 36, 46, 75 and 100 mile tours on a well marked course.

Route Maps: Click here for Overall Route Map (PDF)

Entry Fees Per Route:

$25 each. Family Discount Fee, 4 or more (parent(s) and children under age 17) residing at the same address and paid with one check…each member $20. Corporate Discount, 8 or more riders from same organization (will be recognized at ride) each rider $20, entries must be sent together. After June 22, no family or corporate discounts — each entrant $30

Beneficiary: Each year’s “Rider’s Dollars” are deeply appreciated and extremely important to Waxahachie Rotary and the community as a whole. In return, we work quite hard to see that those dollars are “well invested” in improving the quality of life in the Waxahachie community.

About the Race: Our ride is not a race, and will consist of 10, 19, 36, 46, 75 and 100 mile tours on a well marked course. The 10 mile is a leisurely in-town tour of historic Waxahachie, with unique “Gingerbread Homes” and “National Historical Register Landmarks”, such as the octagon-shaped Chautauqua Auditorium in Getzendaner Park and the Ellis County Courthouse. All ages can participate with confidence of a safe ride.

Website: http://www.cowcreekcountryclassic.org/

Registration:https://www.cowcreekcountryclassic.org/Registration.aspx

Email:mballard@cnbwax.com

Additional Info:

This years in town ride will also utilize part of the new Hike ‘n Bike Trail that Waxahachie has opened, the ride will also go through the downtown area and if you want you may stop and eat or shop in the many antiques and arts & crafts shops around the square. This is an ideal ride for beginners, children and families seeking a fun morning together.

• Rest stops will be approximately every 10 to 12 miles, however on the 75 and 100 mile routes some of the rest stops are further apart.
• Portable toilets will be provided at numerous locations.
• Water, fruit, Electrolyte, honey and other snacks and liquid will be provided at each rest stop.
• The routes pass through several small towns where riders may purchase food and drink.
• Free drinks, cookies, fruit and other items will be provided at the finish line.
• For your safety and convenience, all SAG wagons, rest stops, and the start/finish command post will be tied together by radio.
• SAG wagons will provide water, road assistance and transport for those unable to finish.
• Please be prepared to handle your own flats and minor repairs. Mechanical SAG Wagons from area bike shops will be on hand to provide assistance.
• Baylor Medical Center — Ellis County and East Texas EMS will provide medical personnel and emergency assistance at start/ finish area.
• Sports Massages will be available at the finish line, after the ride. They will help reduce sprains, strains and soreness. It works!!! Nominal Fee.

Date: July 3, 2010

Event: Firecracker 100 Bicycle Ride and Race

Location: Tarleton State University (TSU)

Entry Fees Per Route:

$25 prior to, June 25th. $30 after June 25th. Family groups of 4 or more (same family, i.e., father, mother, children) will be $20 each prior to June 25th and $25 each after June 25th. Tandem riders are $35 for each pair of cyclists.

About the Race:

SAG Wagons will travel the routes to provide assistance as needed. (Guaranteed pick-up for break-downs or YOUR MONEY BACK!) “Improved communications are provided by the (TAARC) Tarleton Area Amateur Radio Club.  The Stephenville Kiwanis Club is very grateful to this wonderful group of HAM RADIO operators  for adding to the quality of our event with their assistance in the communications area.

Website: http://www.firecracker100.com/index.htm

Registration: http://www.firecracker100.com/application.htm

Additional Info:

START/FINISH AREA

All routes will start and finish at Tarleton State University (TSU). Shower and dressing facilitiesas well as swimming pool with lifeguard are available at TSU’s Wisdom Gym.

PACKET PICK-UP

Packets may be picked up for preregistration at the TSU Gym (see web site for directions and look for signs) from 6 to 8 p.m., July 2nd, or from 6:00 a.m. to ride start on Saturday, July 3rd..

ROAD SUPPORT SAG

Wagons will travel the routes to provide assistance as needed. (Guaranteed pick-up for break-downs or YOUR MONEY BACK!) “Improved communications are provided by the (TAARC) Tarleton Area Amateur Radio Club.  The Stephenville Kiwanis Club is very grateful to this wonderful group of HAM RADIO operators  for adding to the quality of our event with their assistance in the communications area.” Medical assistance will be provided by South Point First Responders and Morgan Mill First Responders at each Rest Stop & Support vehicles will be clearly marked. Law enforcement agencies will provide traffic support along the bike routes and intersections. SUPPORT WILL BE THE BEST EVER!  Non-sanctioned race start time is 7:50 a.m. and all other rides at 8:00 a.m. All Rest Stops will close by 2 p.m.. Riders 12 years old and younger MUST be accompanied by an adult.

Date: July 10, 2010

Event: David Eikenburg Memorial Bike Ride

Location: McQueeney Baptist Church 201 Schumann Road McQueeney, TX 78123

Entry Fees Per Route: Registration fee before June 1, 2010 is $25.00 and $30.00 thereafter

Route Maps:

• 12 miles – Son Shines Trail view map
• 25 Miles – Glory Road view map
• 40 Miles – Road to Redemption view map
• 70 Miles – Heavenly Hills view map
• 100 Miles – Faith Finder view map

Beneficiaries: All proceeds go to Camp Agape, a Christian bereavement camp for children who have lost a loved one.

About the Race:

Every year we honor him with this bike ride, remembering what he loved, and then to glorify God by continuing David’s legacy and passion for spreading the Good News to people everywhere.

Website: http://davidsride.com

Registration:http://www.active.com/cycling/mcqueeney-tx/david-eikenburg-memorial-bike-ride-2010#Summary

Email: info@davidsride.com

Additional Info:

Rest stops will be located every 10-15 miles on each route. They will be stocked with water, gatorade, fruit, pickles, cookies and peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. You are sure to be greeted with a smile and encouraging words to get you through the rest of your ride. Rest Stops will be open until the last rider of the group has made it through to that particular rest stop.

Our Good Samaritans (SAG wagons) will patrol the routes to transport riders in need to either the next available rest stop or back to the church. CK Bicycle Mechanic will be available to fix minor bicycle repairs through out the ride. Please be prepared to fix your own flats. We will have tubes available for purchase before the ride so you are fully prepared. Air pumps will be available at each rest stop.

Homemade breakfast tacos will be provided for all riders before the ride starting at 6:00 am. After you have completed your designated route, we will also provide a free lunch for all riders beginning at 11:00 am. Rest assure you will not go home hungry.

Date: August 14, 2010

Event: Ring of Fire : Luckenbach — ride or race

Location: 412 Luckenback Town Loop

Entry Fees Per Route:

All Courses – Untimed

$38— 11/13/09 — Only
$45 — Early Bird — until 6/5/10
$50 — Regular — until 7/31/10
$55 — Late — until 8/10/10
$65 – After 9pm on 8/10/10

Timed 65 Mile Course.

$42— 11/13/09 — Only
$50 — Early Bird — until 6/5/10
$55 — Regular — until 7/31/10
$61 — Late — until 8/10/10
$70 – After 9pm on 8/10/10

About the Race:

Live Music, Great Food & Beer, Great cycling in the Texas Hill Country. The Ring of Fire: Ride or Race Luckenbach, is a 4 course bike ride (13 miles, 40 miles, 65 miles and 100 miles). If you want to race the 65 mile course has optional timing available. Prizes will be given for winners.

Website: http://redlicoriceevents.com/events/Ring_of_Fire.html

Registration: http://redlicoriceevents.com/events/Ring_of_Fire_register.html

Email: etruslow@redlicoriceevents.com

Additional Info:

There are no refunds. Registered athletes unable to participate will be allowed to transfer their entry to another athlete and/or event distance up until 30 days prior to the event date. There is a $20 transfer fee. Athletes are required to notify the race director in writing or e-mail to request a transfer form. The race director reserves the right to decline a transfer request.

Date: July 24, 2010

Event: BAM Bike Around Midlothian

Location: Multi-Purpose Stadium of Midlothian ISD at 1800 S. 14th Street in Midlothian, Texas

Entry Fees Per Route:
Early Registration – Prior to July 17 $25.00
Registration – After July 17 $35.00

Routes: 10 mile, 24 mile, 45 mile and 65 miles

Route Maps: Click here for BAM Route map (PDF)

About the Race: A challenging bike ride around Midlothian, Texas.  Featuring a 10, 20. 45 or 65 mile route, we are sure to have a course that fits your skill level.  Bring the family out for a scenic 10-mile ride around some of the historic homes, as well as the newer neighborhoods, or come prepared to ride one of the most challenging 65 miles around. :

Website: www.bamride.com

Registration: Online registration via Signmeup.com or Download Registration form

Email: info@bamride.com

Additional Info: The BAM Bike Around Midlothian is a challenging bike ride around Midlothian, Texas.  Featuring a 10, 24. 45 or 65 mile route, we are sure to have a course that fits your skill level.  Bring the family out for a scenic 10-mile ride around some of the historic homes, as well as the newer neighborhoods, or come prepared to ride one of the most challenging 65 miles around.

BAM is an event hosted by the Midlothian Chamber of Commerce, planned and implemented by the volunteers of the Chamber and community, in partnership with the City of Midlothian, MISD, and many other entities and organizations.

Date: Saturday, September 18, 2010

Event: Hale On Wheels

Location: Plainview, TX

Routes: 21, 32, 48, and 62 miles

Registration: Ride day registration will begin at 7:00 am at the Ollie Liner Center.
$25 per person registration if pre-registered.
$30 per person beginning at 7am on ride day.
$5 family discount for two or more from same household ($20 per rider if registered by 9/11/10).
$5 bike club discount if for two or more from same club ($20 per rider if registered by 9/11/10)

About the Race:

Hale on Wheels is a fully supported recreational bike ride for road bikes held in Plainview, Hale County, Texas, during the annual “Cowboy Days” celebration.  Routes are 21, 32, 48, and 62 miles, all on smooth, flat, lightly traveled or wide shoulder roads.  A free nutritious lunch is provided for riders and their families.  There are drawings for pre-registered riders for $450.00 in cash and a “rest stop raffle” for all riders for $300.00 cash.

Website: http://site.haleonwheelsbikeride.com/

Registration: Online Registration or Registration Form

Additional Info:

All riders receive a “Hale on Wheels” T-shirt, tote bag,water bottle and other goodies.  RV spaces with electrical and water hook-ups are available at the start.  Early packet pick-up on Friday, September 17th, from 5 PM-8 PM at the Ollie Liner Center, 2000 South Columbia, Plainview, TX 79072.  There are fully supplied rest stops, sag wagons, mechanical and first aid available.

Date: October 2, 2010

Event: North Texas Bicycle Rally

Location: Roanoke, TX

Registration Fee per route

About the ride :

The North Texas Bicycle Rally (NTBR) is an annual fund raising event that supports local and national charity organizations. This year the NTBR has chosen St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital as it’s beneficiary.

The NTBR event covers the rolling hills and off-the beaten paths in the of North Central Texas towns of Roanoke, Keller, Fort Worth, Haslet, Trophy Club, and Southlake. The Rally we will be providing COMMERATIVE T-SHIRTS, LIVE MUSIC and FREE FOOD for all NT Bicycle Rally Participants.