This ride is full. 3,000 volunteers are still needed to support the ride.
The 25th Anniversary of the BP MS 150 rolls across the Texas hill country April 18-19, 2009. Donate Today.
13,000 cyclists will saddle up for the largest Bike MS event in the country!
DescriptionRide through broad valleys, over sweeping vistas, and gently rolling hills. Sponsored by Austin Cycling Association, the Armadillo Hill Country Classic is your chance to experience the best that Central Texas has to offer cyclists — at any experience level. Everybody (if you’re among the first 1000 to pick up registration packets) gets one of our colorful Armadillo Classic t-shirts! Featuring nearly every imaginable mileage option from 14 to 105 miles, and plenty of excellent rest stops with experienced, professional SAG support, the Armadillo Classic is your chance to set a new goal and achieve a new personal cycling milestone. New routing and more rest stop support on the 105 mile route. Also noteworthy is the 6.5-mile Kids & Family Ride with a separate starting point in Bertram where kids ride free with a parent or guardian who only pays $15 to ride. Registration for this kid-friendly ride starts at 9 am at the Bertram Municipal Park on Vaughn St in Bertram (see map below) The Kids & Family Ride starts at 10 am. Hot food available for purchase after the ride. One more thing. The showers at the high school gym will be available to you for free.
Spokes ‘n Spurs is a great Hill Country ride benefiting Spirit Reins! Riders will start at the entrance to the ranch and enjoy a great route with beautiful views, gently rolling hills and the wildlife of the Texas Hill Country. All ages and skill levels welcome. Course distances include 62.5, 44, 28, 14 miles & a 6 mile family ride. Full SAG, Rest Stop and Mechanical support will be provided. We will also have nurses at most rest stops, Motorcycle Special Events Team and BP MS150 ride marshals patrolling the route. Spirit Reins is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization powered by a passion to provide hope and healing to children who need it most through creative, hands-on therapeutic programs in which horses are used as a tool for emotional growth and learning. For more info or to register, visit this website. The ride will be limited to 1000 riders for 2009. Registration Fee through February 21st, 2009- $35 Late Registration Fee AFTER February 21st, 2009- $50