PRE-RIDE NEWSLETTER TOUR TO TANGLEWOOD SEPTEMBER 15 17, 2017 BIKE MS GUIDE PACKET PICK-UP EVENT WEEKEND SCHEDULE FUNDRAISING ROUTE INFORMATION ACCOMMODATIONS BIKEMSTANGLEWOOD.ORG
THANKS FOR REGISTERING Enclosed you ll find everything you need to know for a wonderful Bike MS weekend! FUNDRAISING MINIMUM All cyclists must meet the $300 fundraising minimum before receiving their rider packet; the minimum for minor cyclists (ages 12-17) is $150. Donate online or bring your donations to Packet Pick-up at Tanglewood Park on Friday, September 15 or Saturday, September 16. DO NOT mail donations after September 1 if you need them to meet the fundraising minimum. EARLY PACKET PICK-UP AT MS SOCIETY OFFICE IN GREENSBORO 3 Centerview Dr. Suite 101 Greensboro, NC 27407 10 a.m. 6 p.m. September 5 and 7 RIDE WEEKEND PACKET PICK-UP: TANGLEWOOD PARK 4061 Clemmons Rd., Clemmons, NC 27012 5 7:30 p.m. Friday, September 15 6:30 8 a.m. Saturday, September 16 START/FINISH LINE AND TEAM VILLAGE Tanglewood Park (concert shell area) is our Start/Finish Line and Team Village location throughout ride weekend. Allow extra time for parking on Saturday and Sunday mornings. 2017 THEME PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ATTACK ON TANGLEWOOD. Aaargh, ahoy mateys! This year we be pillaging and plundering our way through the Tour to Tanglewood. Show us your pirate pride by decorating your tents and wearing your favorite pirate attire. EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION IMPORTANT: All cyclists must add emergency contact and medical information to the back of their rider bib; include names, phone numbers, allergies, medical conditions, etc. In the event of an emergency, this will help medical personnel assist you quickly. IN THE EVENT OF RAIN Bike MS rolls out rain or shine, hot or cold, so prepare for any type of weather. In the event of severe weather, we have a thorough action plan in place and will implement it as conditions warrant. Should conditions become unsafe, Bike MS reserves the right to close all routes. WEEKEND PACKING CHECK LIST Necessities to bring with you on your bike to be prepared for the ride: q Helmet (mandatory) q Rider number (from Ride packet, mandatory) q Comfortable riding gear: cycling shorts, jersey, sport socks, etc. q Cycling gloves and shoes q Sunglasses (with a rear view mirror is helpful) q Rain gear (maybe a shower cap to cover your helmet) q Spare tube/patch kit q Pump/CO2 q Water bottle(s) q Advil/Tylenol q Sunscreen (bring plenty) q Credit Card q ID (required for Foothills Brewing Service NO EXCEPTIONS!) q Cell phone for emergencies q Camera q Important health information/medications q Health Insurance Card 2 2017 Bike MS: Tour to Tanglewood Pre-ride Newsletter
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15TH SCHEDULE 12 8 p.m. Team Tent Set-Up, Tanglewood Park 5:30 7:30 p.m. Rider Check-In, Tanglewood Park 5 8 p.m. Live Music & Team Tailgate Party 6 8 p.m. *VIBE (2017 $1,000+ Top Fundraiser) Tent Open 6:30 7:30 p.m. Rookie Rider Orientation at the Ride Marshal Tent SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16TH SCHEDULE 6:30 8 a.m. Rider Check-In, Tanglewood Park 6 9 a.m. Breakfast provided by Sheetz, Tanglewood Park 6:30 7:30 a.m. Team Picture Opportunity, Tanglewood Park, bandshell area 6:30 7:45 a.m. Bike Mechanics Available, Tanglewood Park, Team Village area 7:15 a.m. Opening Ceremonies for Century Riders 7:30 a.m. Century (100 mile) Riders Start 7:45 a.m. Opening Ceremonies for All Other Riders 8 a.m. Staggered Pace Group Start New and optional this year 8:15 a.m. Mountain Bike Riders start 8:30 a.m. All cyclists must be on course. No exceptions. 10:00 a.m. Bike MS Spin Class: Tanglewood Stage courtesy of The Cycle Loft ($100 fundraising minimum) 11:00 a.m. Bike MS Spin Class: Tanglewood Stage courtesy of The Cycle Loft ($100 fundraising minimum) 11 a.m. 4 p.m. Lunch, Food Service Tent 12:00 p.m. Family Friendly Zumba class, courtesy of the Jerry Long Family YMCA (FREE) 12 6 p.m. Live Music, Silent Auction and other entertainment 11 a.m. 6 p.m. *VIBE Tent Open 11 a.m. 6 p.m. Beer Garden sponsored by Foothills Brewing Open 2 p.m. Awards Ceremony and Special Announcements 5 p.m. All Routes Closed 5 7:30 p.m. Dinner, Food Service Tent *invitation only SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17TH SCHEDULE 6 9 a.m. Breakfast provided by Sheetz, Tanglewood Park 7:15 a.m. Opening Ceremonies for Century Riders 7:30 a.m. Century (100 mile) Riders Start Optional 7:45 a.m. Opening Ceremonies for All Other Riders 8 a.m. Staggered Pace Group Start New and optional this year 8:15 a.m. Mountain Bike Riders Start 9 a.m. All cyclists must be on course. No exceptions. 11 a.m. 4 p.m. Lunch, Food Service Tent 11 a.m. 4 p.m. Silent Auction item pick-up 11 a.m. 2 p.m. Live music 12:30 p.m. Family Friendly Zumba class, courtesy of the Jerry Long Family YMCA (FREE) 4 p.m. Route Closed IMPORTANT ROUTE INFORMATION Saturday Routes (East of Tanglewood) 100, 80, 50, 35 and 15 Sunday Routes (West of Tanglewood) 100, 75, 45, 30 and 17 Tour to Tanglewood offers four distance options each day. These routes feature some of the most beautiful scenery in North Carolina. Riders will pass through the Yadkin Valley s wine country which happens to be the largest concentration of wineries in the Carolinas. We even use a couple as our rest stops! Riders will also enjoy gorgeous water views of the Yadkin River, one of the longest rivers in North Carolina. This year we will be marking the routes with five different colors, yellow, orange, blue, green and pink. Please make note of these changes on your cue sheets and along the route. n Follow PINK on Saturday for 15 mile route and Sunday for 17 mile route n Follow BLUE on Saturday for 35 mile route and Sunday for 30 mile route n Follow ORANGE on Saturday for 50 mile route and Sunday for 45 mile route n Follow GREEN on Saturday for the 80 mile route and Sunday for the 75 mile route. n Follow YELLOW on Saturday for the 100 mile route and Sunday for the 100 mile route. Both days also offer access to Tanglewood Park s mountain bike trails! We offer a fully supported rest stop out on the trails complete with mechanical support. bikemstanglewood.org 3
While we love all our route options both days, we highly recommend the Sunday routes, especially the 30 or 45 as the views are simply gorgeous. This route was new in 2015 and we have worked hard with our route support team to ensure a safe and well-supported route. ROUTE CLOSINGS Route will be closed at 5 p.m. on Saturday and 4 p.m. on Sunday. Remaining cyclists will be transported in SAG vehicles to the finish. To help ensure the safety of all cyclists, all rest stops will have posted open & closing hours. Pay attention to these as you stop at rest stops along the route. If you are completing a Century, you must maintain a pace of 13 mph. FAMILY AND FRIENDS AT THE EVENT Family and friends are welcome! Invite them to cheer you on at the finish line and enjoy the weekend with you. Meal tickets are available for purchase for $10 on our website prior to the ride and at the Headquarters Tent inside the Team Village area of Tanglewood Park during event weekend. We also welcome spectators to the finish line at Tanglewood Park! LOST AND FOUND Turn in or retrieve any missing items/personal belongings at the Headquarters Tent inside the Team Village area of Tanglewood Park. PROGRAM AND AWARDS CEREMONY Don t miss out! We ll host our ride weekend Program and Awards Ceremony on Saturday, September 16 at 2 p.m. at the Bandshell in the Team Village area of Tanglewood Park. We will award some of our most dedicated volunteers, energized and committed teams, and generous event sponsors. We will also recognize the many people who really embraced this year s pirate theme through tent decorations, costumes, jersey designs, t-shirts and more! ACCOMMODATIONS Hampton Inn at Bermuda Run: $115 a night - Reserve your spot online in the Bike MS block as they are limited and it s first come, first serve. Located only 3 miles from Tanglewood Park at 196 NC-801, Advance, NC During event weekend, shuttles are provided to and from Tanglewood Park from hotels in the area. If you plan to stay in a hotel different than the one listed above, please notify Rebekah Malkin at Rebekah.Malkin@nmss.org. A shuttle service runs continuously from Tanglewood Park to local hotels on Friday Evening, Saturday from 6am-8pm and Sunday 6am-1pm. Outdoor Camping: Grab your sleeping bag and tent to camp out under the stars at Tanglewood Park. Camping is free, so get there early, space is limited. RV Campgrounds: Tanglewood Park has a renovated campground area for RV s only. These campsites are equipped with water and electricity hook-ups. The fee for a RV spot is $31 per night and participants are responsible for covering this cost. To reserve your spot, please contact Tanglewood Park at 336-703-6494 and let them know you are riding at the Tour to Tanglewood. PERSONAL OR TEAM SAGS No Personal or Team SAGs are allowed on the route or at rest stop areas. In the interest of safety for all of our participants, we must limit the number of motorists on the route and at rest stops. Personal vehicles compromise rider safety and threaten our ability to use these venues in the future. Official Bike MS SAG vehicles are available throughout the course to transport cyclists. Please meet friends and family at the finish line each day. CUE SHEETS Where to find them: n Headquarters Tent and Rider Check-In Area at Tanglewood Park n Downloadable at www.bikemstanglewood.org approximately two weeks prior to ride weekend. Please note that all cue sheets list an emergency number that you can call anytime during the ride to seek assistance. *Last minute route changes are sometimes necessary* ROUTE SUPPORT Rest stops are located every 10 to 15 miles. Bike Mechanics are stationed throughout the event at rest stops and start/finish. Repairs are free of charge with a Bike MS Inspection Sticker. Riders are responsible for the cost of any parts. Radio Communication is available at all rest stops. Medics are available at all rest stops and emergency vehicles. Bike medics will be roaming the route. SAG Vehicles give a lift to riders in need and can be identified by car magnets that state MS Support Vehicle. To signal a SAG vehicle: (1) move off the road and out of the path of other riders (2) dismount and stand near your bike (3) give a thumbs down to the SAG vehicle. At peak hours, SAG vehicles may be full, so please be patient until the next SAG vehicle arrives. 4 2017 Bike MS: Tour to Tanglewood Pre-ride Newsletter
SEPTEMBER 15 17, 2017 2017 INDIVIDUAL BENEFITS T-shirt Prize Certificate Discounted Registration VIBE Free Club Jersey Invitation to VIBE party Invitation to the VIBE Tent on Ride weekend Massage Ticket Cycling Gloves National Passport Program Access to VIP Areas Invite to VIP Reception Tour of Champions $300 m $800 Prize Level m $50 $1,000 m m m m m $1,300 m $75 m m m m m m $1,700 m m m m m m m m $2,000 m m m m m m m m $2,500 m $100 m m m m m m m m $5,000 m $150 m m m m m m m m m m $7,000 m m m m m m m m m m m m $10,000 m m m m m m m m m m m m V.I.B.E Carolinas Passport Program (access to VIP evemts) National Passport (access to VIP events bikemstanglewood.org 5
Ride Marshals will be traveling among event participants to ensure that all rules of the road are being obeyed and that cyclists are riding in a safe manner. Please bring your route maps; be aware that any last minute route revisions may not be captured on these maps. To avoid getting off course, follow all route signage and route marshals. CYCLING SAFETY Our focus is to provide a high quality, safe and fun bicycling experience. While we do an enormous amount of planning to provide for your safety, we ask that you do your part prior to the ride by visiting our bicycle safety page at bikemstanglewood.org where you will find cycling manuals, safety videos, safe cycling tips and links to more information. Cue sheets will be provided at packet pick-up and will be available online at www.bikemstanglewood.org. Please study these closely and make sure to bring it to the ride. RIDE SAFE. RIDE SMART. BIKE MS SAFETY POLICY Should a cyclist choose to behave, act, or ride in a manner that is endangering themselves or others, route safety support have been instructed to remove their bib and wristband and prohibit them from continuing on the Ride. Please remember this is a ride, not a race. To ensure you have the best experience event weekend, it is a requirement that you have your bike inspected at one of our sponsoring bike shops prior to the ride. The Bike MS Inspection Form serves to identify any major mechanical issues that need to be repaired prior to the ride, and ensures your bike is in excellent riding condition so that everyone makes it safely to the finish line. RIDE IDENTIFICATION Wristbands must be worn at all times over the event weekend to receive access to event amenities. Thank you for helping us keep this event fun and fulfilling for all registered participants. Rider bib numbers change year to year and are used for identification of your bicycle at the Ride. The lowest bib numbers are in orange and are reserved for participants who were the top 100 fundraisers in 2016. Please show your appreciation for this amazing group of top fundraisers. FUNDRAISING: The Bike MS campaign funds promising MS research & provides vital services for people living with MS nationwide, including 18,000 in the Carolinas. You & your fundraising dollars are the reason we have support opportunities available for those affected by MS including educational programs, professional education for healthcare professionals, self-help groups, medical equipment loan, financial assistance, wellness programs, advocacy, care management, respite care, & direct assistance to the thousands of people living with MS. FIVE WAYS TO MAXIMIZE FUNDRAISING EFFORTS 1. Make It Personal- emails, hand written notes, letters, social media posts etc. 2. Use Your Participant Center- template emails, update progress regularly. 3. Plan Events- cornhole tournament, golf tournament, 5K, % at favorite restaurant, etc. 4. Contact the Bike MS Staff at 336-299-4136. 5. Thank Your Donors and Have Fun! What is a VIBE? Becoming a VIBE (Very Important Bicycling Entrepreneur) means joining a prestigious group of more than 200 cyclists annually who raise $1,000 or more. As a VIBE club member, you will earn a special prize jersey, access to the VIBE Tent on ride weekend and discounted and early access to registration. The more money you raise, the more perks you receive. If you raise $2,000 or more in 2017 you earn prime time parking at Tanglewood Park. You will be contacted beforehand to ensure you have the correct pass for reserved parking. TURNING IN DONATIONS The most efficient and convenient way to turn in donations is to have your donors contribute to your personal web page. To turn in cash and checks: RIDER NUMBERS AND WRISTBAND Please use your rider numbers in your Rider Packet as follows: 1. Large rider bib to attach to your jersey. Safety pins are available at the Packet Pick-Up for your convenience. 2. Wear your wristband for the duration of the event. 3. Adhesive rider number to attach to your bicycle. 4. Adhesive small rider number for your helmet. 6 2017 Bike MS: Tour to Tanglewood Pre-ride Newsletter
TEAM TALK It only takes one person to inspire hundreds... this is the idea behind Bike MS To turn in cash and checks, mail to: National MS Society 3101 Industrial Dr. Suite 210, Raleigh, NC 27609 Only hold donations until the event weekend check-in if you need them to meet you minimum donation required of $300 otherwise, please have all donations submitted by September 1 via mail or on-line. Be sure to include a completed Donation Submission Form with your donations. You should have received this in your initial Bike MS registration packet in the mail. If you did not receive this, please contact the local National MS office. All donations are tax-deductible to the maximum extent allowed by law. Visit your Participant Center for your downloadable copy of donation receipts made online. For donations greater than $250, a tax receipt will be provided to the donor by the Chapter. TEAM VILLAGE The Bandshell area of Tanglewood Park, the home of Team Village, is the center point of the Bike MS overnight and a gathering place for teams and team members. Teams can check in to Team Village starting Friday afternoon and the party will continue until Sunday afternoon. Each team that participates will have their own space to enjoy live music all day long, eat, grab a beer from the Foothills Brewing Beer Garden, prep for the ride, and relax with friends in the beautiful and lively setting that is Tanglewood Park. To reserve your spot in Team Village, contact the Bike MS Staff at 336-299-4136. TEAM PHOTOS SCHEDULE To make sure your team has a scheduled photo time, contact the Bike MS Staff at 336-299-4136. LIVE JERSEY COMPETITION Show your team pride at our annual jersey contest! Saturday afternoon, during the programs and awards celebration (which begins at 2 p.m.), all teams will be invited to showcase their jersey design for a chance to win the Best Jersey Award. To enter, simply send a team representative in your team jersey to the stage to walk the runway. So rally your teammates and don t miss out! TEAM VILLAGE TENT CONTEST Get crazy with Pirates of the Caribbean Attack on Tanglewood themed decorations and go all out for your team tent! Send your team captain to pick up your team ballot (one vote per team) at the Headquarters Tent in Team Village. The team captain will vote for the best team tent. Team Village volunteers and Chapter Staff will also cast votes for the competition. Winner will be announced at the Saturday afternoon program at 2 p.m. TEAM VILLAGE MAPS Maps will be available online at (www.bikemstanglewood. org) and available at the following locations: Friday night: Registration and Rider Check-In Saturday & Sunday: Headquarters Tent inside Team Village AWARDS GIVEN AT SATURDAY AFTERNOON CELEBRATION n Rookie Awards- 1st year teams who excel in fundraising and recruitment n Best Team Tent- Voted by Team Captains, Volunteers, NMSS Staff n Best Team Jersey- Voted by attendees to the program n Spirit of the Ride- Team that most embodies the mission of the National MS Society AWARDS GIVEN AT POST EVENT CELEBRATION n Top 10 Fundraising Teams n Team with Highest Percentage of VIBE s n Team with Highest Fundraising Average per cyclist n Team Captain of the Year National MS Society 3 Centerview Drive Suite 101 Greensboro, NC 27407 (336) 299-4136 bikemstanglewood.org 7
I Ride with MS People who ride in Bike MS may do so to support family members, friends or coworkers who have been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. But, there are also legions of participants who live and ride with the disease, despite challenges such as fatigue or weakness. I Ride with MS is a special Society program that celebrates Bike MS cyclists who are also living with multiple sclerosis. Anyone living with MS who is interested in cycling to support the MS movement can join the program, enjoy special day-of-event benefits and receive a complimentary I Ride with MS jersey. Genzyme and MS One to One, and Primal Wear are proud supporters of the I Ride with MS program, available through all 100 Bike MS events nationwide. I Ride with MS participants are not only committed to cycling to create a world free of MS, but to increasing awareness. For more information or to register for the program, find your Bike MS event below or contact the Society to sign up for this program today! 8 2017 Bike MS: Tour to Tanglewood Pre-ride Newsletter
We Need Volunteers! BIKE MS VOLUNTEERS ENSURE A SUPERIOR AND SAFE EXPERIENCE FOR ALL RIDERS! We have volunteer openings for September 16 17. If you or someone you know would like to help: Register at: www.bikemstanglewood.org bikemstanglewood.org 9
EVERY HILL MAKES ME STRONGER. EVERY HILL I BIKE, EVERY HILL I RUN, EVERY HILL IN LIFE MAKES ME STRONGER. DI JONES In 2006, at age 53, I was diagnosed with MS. It was scary! I didn t know anyone who had MS and I didn t know anything about the disease, but I knew I could be strong. I knew because, in 1986, I had been diagnosed with breast cancer, and then again in 1988, and once more in 1995, and I fought that battle. So, I knew I could do the same with MS. The fight began with my first Bike MS event from Richmond to Williamsburg, VA. After moving to North Carolina in 2007, I immediately joined Team Canterbury to be part of the NC Bike MS events. Those of us who live with MS will continue to tackle those hills and stay strong, but we don t do it alone. Knowing we have the support of family, friends and events such as Bike MS give us strength and hope and keep us climbing. 10 2017 Bike MS: Tour to Tanglewood Pre-ride Newsletter
SEPTEMBER 16 17, 2017 THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS THANK YOU TO OUR PREMIER NATIONAL SPONSORS THANK YOU TO OUR LOCAL SPONSORS bikemstanglewood.org 11
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