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![Packet Pick - Up
• All registered riders must pick up a packet
prior to the ride.
• This is your Rider Packet. It contains your
rider numbers, wristband, luggage tags [2],
Cycling Map with mileage, twist ties [4] and
safety pins [4].
• You MUST complete the Emergency
information on the back of this bib prior to the
ride.
• Riders can turn in donations at any packet
pick up event.
• Official Rider T-shirt, goody bag, bandanas
• $3500 or more will receive Top Fundraiser
jersey
• Underage riders must have waiver form
notarized](https://image.slidesharecdn.com/nropresentation2013-2-121024201100-phpapp01/85/New-Rider-Orientation-presentation-2013-12-320.jpg)
New Rider Orientation presentation 2013
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- 2. New rider Orientation • Introductions • Why We Ride • Fundraising • Preparing for the Ride • What to Expect Weekend of the Ride • Finish Line • Q&A
- 3. What is MS? Whatis MS? MS is a chronic, often disabling disease of the central nervous system. MS causes the destruction of myelin, resulting in the interruption of the flow of information within the brain, as well as between the brain and body. It is an unpredictable disease with no known cause. Symptoms • Difficulty walking • Dizziness and vertigo • Poor balance and coordination • Weakness and fatigue • Visual impairment • Cognitive (memory) problems
- 4. National MS Society WhoIs Diagnosed? -Every hour of every day, someone is diagnosed with MS. -There are more than 400,000 people with MS in the United States. -The average age for diagnosis is between 20 and 50 with more than twice as many females diagnosed than males. -In Texas, we serve 254 counties and over 56,000 people living with MS as well as their families.
- 5. Fundraising Tips • Set up and personalize your page! • Set a goal, reach it, and set a new goal! • Spread the word, tell your story • Don’t be afraid to ASK! Add a picture Set a Goal
- 6. Fundraising Clubs Top 300fundraisers who raised Anyone who raises over over $3.9 million in 2012. They $1000 for the BP MS 150. receive many special perks Prize levels begin at $1000. throughout the year.
- 7. Preparing for theRide Training and Conditioning • Recommended Rides • Official Bike Stores----Training rides, ride in the different elements • Gym/Cross-training Nutrition & Hydration During Training • Eat before you ride (don’t ride on an empty stomach) • Know what works for you (bars/gu/blocks/sports drinks) • Eat and Drink early and often During BP MS 150 • Make sure you are hydrated before you start • Eat every 45 minutes • Don’t wait until you are thirsty to start drinking
- 8. Preparing for theRide Apparel & Gear • Helmet • Bike-road bike, hybrid, or mountain bike – measured to fit your body • Cycling shoes • Cycling shorts (padded) • Jersey • Water bottle • Gloves • Personal ID, health insurance card & cash (in Ziploc bag) • Sunglasses • Saddle bag • Check weather (layers, wind, rain, arm warmers) • REFER TO SUGGESTED PACKING LIST FOR OTHER WEEKEND NEEDS FREE Bicycle Safety Inspections from FEB 15 – APRIL 12 ---- $15 FEE APPLIES beginning April 13th
- 9. Preparing for theRide Maintenance and Care You Must Learn the ABC’s ……… • Air pressure • Brakes, • Chain & Crank • Tires and Flat Repair • Tools and Equipment: – Saddle bag, pump (floor pump or Co2 Cartridge), multi-tool, tubes
- 10. Preparing for theRide Safe Cycling Challenge • Online Safety Quiz is intended for educational purposes to increase a rider’s knowledge and awareness of cycling safety. Group Riding Skills • A hands-on course designed by the League of American Bicyclists to provide you with the principles of group riding so you can safely enjoy riding the BP MS 150 and other group rides Safety Zone • A safety resource on www.bpms150.net designed to provide participants with information to ensure a safe, enjoyable cycling experience
- 11. Friday Houston Austin • BP MS 150 Expo • Weekend Parking • Final Packet Pick up • Charter busses to Houston Omni • Bike Inspections Hotel ($35) • Vendors • Bike transport to Houston (Tully) • Bike Stores • VIP • Official BP MS 150 Merchandise • Pasta dinner • Meet your pedal partner
- 12. Packet Pick -Up • All registered riders must pick up a packet prior to the ride. • This is your Rider Packet. It contains your rider numbers, wristband, luggage tags [2], Cycling Map with mileage, twist ties [4] and safety pins [4]. • You MUST complete the Emergency information on the back of this bib prior to the ride. • Riders can turn in donations at any packet pick up event. • Official Rider T-shirt, goody bag, bandanas • $3500 or more will receive Top Fundraiser jersey • Underage riders must have waiver form notarized
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- 14. Day 1 Tully Stadium-1050Dairy Ashford Houston Route - 100 miles to LaGrange Start time – 6:45am Rhodes Stadium-1733 Katy Fort Bend Rd Katy Route – 83 miles to LaGrange Start time – 6:45 am Waller Stadium– 20735 Stokes Road Waller Route - 76 miles to LaGrange Start time – rolling start –begin 8am-10amThings to remember: o Arrive Early! o Secured parking o Remember where you start o Luggage trucks (team vs. NMSS) o Money, credit card o Find your team
- 15. Luggage and BikeTransport • The NMSS will provide complimentary transport of luggage from Houston, Katy, and Waller starts to LaGrange Overnight. Luggage will then be transported to Austin for pick up by cyclists. • To transport bikes or reserve a seat on a coach style bus from Austin to Houston, Katy and/or Waller, a $35 fee is required. Must use Official luggage tags Personalize your luggage! Pay for transport fee online bpms150.net
- 16. Route - Safetyis a priority! Route Times: – Saturday --------6:45am – 6:30pm – Sunday ----------6:45am – 6:30pm Route Support: The BP MS 150 Bike Tour is a fully supported tour: • Ride Marshals • Bike Police • Bike Medic • Motorcycle Marshals • Medical Support Team • Mechanical support • SAGs • HAM Radio Team – Communication Personal support • Green Initiative Program vehicles are not • Breakpoints allowed on the route, support vehicles must use alternate route
- 17. Breakpoints Breakpoints are reststops for cyclists as they travel the routes. Breakpoints occur approximately every 10-15 miles. All breakpoints will provide water, sport drink, snacks, fruit, port-a-cans, first aid, and bike mechanics.
- 18. Lunch Day 1: Bellville Day2: Bastrop 9 am - 3 pm If you have special dietary needs, it is recommended that you pack your own lunch to meet your specific needs.
- 19. Fayetteville Most Cycling-Friendly Communityin Texas: practice Good Neighbor Policy
- 21. ONCE YOU CROSSTHE LAGRANGE FINISH LINE…. • Secured Bike storage compound • Pick up luggage • Team tents: Fayette County Fairgrounds or Camp St. Mark’s, RV, individual camping, Academy Tent village, hotels • Shower trucks • Massage (sign up early) • Food & beverages • Shuttles (showers, hotels, off-site parking) • Entertainment • Bike shop support and retail • First Aid • VIP • Lights out 10pm and lights on 4:30 am Sunday • Offsite parking for friends and family
- 23. Day 2 6:45am FayetteCounty Fairgrounds & Camp St. Mark’s • Club 300 and riders living w/ MS • Platinum safety Award winner Two Routes: • Bechtel Challenge Route- 77 miles (through the parks, more hills) Buescher/ Bastrop State Parks • Pfizer Lunch Express- 66 miles Things to remember: (down Hwy 71, long, slow inclines) Make your decision early! Be patient
- 25. ONCE YOU CROSSTHE AUSTIN FINISH LINE….. • Load your bike or use bike compound • Pick up luggage • Shower trucks • Complimentary Food & beverages for riders • Meals & concessions for friends and family • Charter busses back to your start location, $35 • Completion pins and certificates • VIP • First Aid • Official BP MS 150 Merchandise • Team Tents • Official State Capital Back drop photo • Parking Offsite for friends and family Things to remember: Load your bike first! Visit Bubble Bistro! Know where your Team tent is located!
- 26. Bubble Bistro A placeto cheer and keep cool for those living with MS.
- 27. Thank You forComing! Q&A