WHO

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Lone Star Chapter continues its cycle of greater good with a goal to raise $2.1 million to support the 20,000 Texans living with multiple sclerosis (MS) through the Bike MS: Valero 2009 Alamo Ride to the River, presented by H-E-B, on Oct. 3 – 4, 2009.

WHAT

The Valero 2009 Alamo Ride to the River offers a roundtrip route that starts and finishes at the San Antonio Alamodome, with an overnight stay at Schlitterbahn Waterpark in New Braunfels. An estimated 3,500 cyclists, including adults and children, are expected to join the movement to create a world free of MS. Children ages 10 years of age and older may ride independently.

Log on to www.BikeMSTexas.org to register as a rider or volunteer for the Valero 2009 Alamo Ride to the River or to make a donation. The 2009 registration fee runs $60 now through Sept. 27, plus a minimum pledge commitment of $300. From Sept. 28 – Oct. 2, cost to participate increases to $375, which fulfills the registration fee and minimum pledge commitment.

WHERE

Cyclists will begin their journey at the San Antonio Alamodome on Saturday, Oct. 3 and travel through the picturesque Texas Hill Country, electing to participate in one or two days of the weekend ride. Riders may opt for either 72- or 100-mile rides on Day One; cyclists who choose the 100-mile Century Route will pedal the additional 28 miles along the scenic River Road from Gruene to Sattler and back. The new ride, with various route options, hopes to attract both families and experienced cyclists to the ride.

After an overnight stay at Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort in New Braunfels, cyclists will return to San Antonio on Sunday, Oct. 4. Additional route highlights include Texas historical landmarks, The Alamo and Fort Sam Houston, as well as lunch stops in Seguin at Texas Lutheran University and LaVernia. The fully-supported ride will feature smooth road surfaces and include complete coordination between traffic control, safety and medical teams, cyclists and volunteers.
 
FOR MORE INFO
Log on to www.BikeMSTexas.org