Date: Saturday, Saturday, February 04, 2012

Event: Puddle for the Ducks, A Ducks Unlimited Bike Ride

Route Distances: 25, 45, 37, and 70 miles routes

About the Ride: On Saturday, February 4th, 2012 the FIFTH Annual PUDDLE FOR THE DUCKS bicycle ride benefiting Ducks Unlimited will start at 7:00 A.M. and it will be bigger, better, and more exciting than ever. There will be 25, 45, 37 and 70 mile routes along with entertaining rest stops, duck calling and dog demonstrations at most stops and new reststop sponsors.  The 2012 PUDDLE FOR THE DUCKS ride is destined to be one of the best for the year in Houston.

Major sponsors for the 2012 PUDDLE FOR THE DUCKS include Sellers Bros., Silver Eagle Distributing, Trailer Wheel & Frame Co., and Sun & Ski Sports.

Location: Sun & Ski Sports, Katy Mills Mall  Katy, Texas, 77450

Event Website: http://www.ducks.org/texas/events/26506/houston/puddle-for-ducks-bike-ride

Registration details: Online Registration via Active.com

Contact info: Mr. Pat Arthur: pwarthur@hal-pc.org or Call  +17136699810

Date: Sunday, November 20, 2011 – 8:00 AM

Event: Bike the Bend for Literacy – Road

Route Distances: 19, 32 or 59 mile

About the Ride: This popular event is the perfect opportunity to get some exercise, enjoy the scenery of Fort Bend County, prepare for the MS150 or just spend some quality time having fun with your family, friends and neighbors.  Bike riders return year after to year to enjoy this event, which includes scenic 19, 32 or 59 mile routes in Fort Bend County.  We supply breakfast, snacks, lunch, ride marshals for safety, ample signage to help along the route and a cheering section to greet riders at the finish line!

What is the Literacy Council?
The Literacy Council of Fort Bend County is a non-profit organization established to end inter-generational cycles of illiteracy in Fort Bend County by improving adult literacy skills and generate community-wide literacy awareness. Programs include: Basic Literacy and English as a Second Language classes, GED preparation classes, Badges and Books, Job Readiness and the Literacy Hotline.

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Event Website: http://www.ftbendliteracy.org/bikethebend.htm

Registration details: Online Registration via Active.com

Registration Fee – $30.00

Contact info: ldante@ftbendliteracy.org

Date: May 1, 2010

Event: 6th Annual Mayday Challenge

Location: Allen Academy Corner of Briarcrest and Hwy 158) 3201 Boonville Road Bryan, TX 77802

Entry Fees:

• Adults – $30.00
• Families – $70.00
• Children (12 and under) – $10.00
• Student w/ID (or 12-18) – $25.00

Routes (Click here for Route Map):

• 4 miles (Family Fun Ride)
• 18 miles
• 40 miles
• 67 miles

About the Race: A charity ride with all proceeds benefiting Junction 505 – a Community Rehabilitation Program here in the Bryan/College Station area dedicated to providing adults with disabilities the opportunity to join the mainstream in employment.

Website: http://www.junction505.org/MayDayChallenge/maydaychallenge.html

Registration: Visit www.active.com to register to ride in the Mayday Challenge Bike Ride on May 2, 2009 at 8:00a.m. To register the day of the event, please arrive at 7:00a.m.

Email: info@junction505.org

Additional Info:

• Easy Parking – Plenty of parking with all rides starting and finishing at the same location – 8:00 A.M. at Allen Academy(Corner of Briarcrest and Hwy 158), Bryan, TX.
• Refreshments – Food and drink for riders at finish line area.
• Well Marked Routes – The routes will be well marked with maps provided for all riders.
• Smooth Moves – All routes are paved for a smooth ride.
• Comfort – Rest stops with refreshments from our sponsors.
• Support – Staff to support tour riders and racers.
• T-Shirt – A Mayday Challenge T-Shirt for all registered riders.
• Massage – Limited Complimentary massages available to riders.

Date: May 8,2010

Event: 18th Annual Rolling Hills Challenge

Location: Colorado County Beason’s Park on the east bank of the Colorado River.

Entry Fees Per Route:

Pre-registration is $25 per person and includes a T-shirt, if received by Saturday, May 1.  Tandem pre-registration is $45.  T-shirts are not guaranteed for entry forms received after the May 1st deadline.

On the day of the ride, the registration fee is $30 per person and $55 Tandem.

Route Maps:

• 25 Mile
• 50 Mile
• 62 Mile
• 100 Mile
  

About the Race:

The Rolling Hills Challenge will begin at Colorado County Beason’s Park on the east bank of the Colorado River.

From Houston (traveling west on I-10): Take the 698 exit and follow Hwy. 90 towards Columbus. Beason’s Park will be on your left prior to crossing the Colorado River bridge.

From San Antonio (traveling east on I-10): Take the Columbus 696 exit, turn left under the freeway and go north on Business Hwy 71, veer to the right on Spur 52 to downtown Columbus. Turn right at the red light on to Walnut and continue until you cross the Colorado River bridge. Beason’s Park will be on your right.

From Austin (traveling south on Hwy-71): Take the Columbus Business Hwy 71 exit and turn left under the highway. Follow Business Hwy 71 across the Colorado River into Columbus. Pass under the railroad tracks and turn left at Walnut / Hwy 90 (first red light). Continue east on Walnut and continue until you cross the Colorado River bridge. Beason’s Park will be on your right.

Website: www.RollingHillsChallenge.com

Registration:https://www.signmeup.com/site/reg/register.aspx?fid=7F2V2K7

Email: david@columbuslionsclub.org

Additional Info:

All riders will receive an after-ride meal.

Children under 12 ride free and do not receive a T-shirt.  A T-shirt can be purchased for $10.

On-site registration will be accepted until 9:00 a.m. Ride will take place rain or shine. Sorry, no refunds.

Stops are available about every 15 miles along the route with refreshments and portable toilets.  Roving vehicles will travel the routes to assist riders, but riders should be equipped to fix flats and do minor repairs.  Emergency medical assistance will be provided by the Colorado County EMS.

Date: May, 16, 2010

Event: Houston Grand Crit

Location: Houston

Entry Fees Per Route:

Flyer: http://www.txbra.org/db/events/2010HoustonGrand.pdf

Registration: http://www.bikereg.com/events/register.asp?eventid=8351

Email: lee@bikebarn.com

Additional Info:

The Houston Grand Criterium…The Ultimate Urban Race is now in its fifth year.  This unique event will take place in the nation’s fourth largest city along the backdrop of Houston’s distinctive downtown skyline.  The event will feature multiple sanctioned races designed for juniors, women, enthusiasts and professionals.  But these aren’t the only ones who can race—Bring the kids for a crit of their own (Kids will race in 2 age groups…7 and Under & 8-12).

Website: http://www.houstongrandcriterium.com/