Date & Location
September 25-26, 2021
Starting line:
PATCO Woodcrest Station in Cherry Hill, NJ
(Plus multiple start locations for 20 & 40 mile routes)
Finish line:
Ocean City, NJ
Routes
20, 40, 75, 100, 150, and 175 mile route options
Requirements
Fundraising Minimum: $300
Age Minimum: 12
Schedule
Multiple start times – see event schedule below for details.
Thank you so much for a great weekend! Visit the Photos & Post Ride Reminders section off this page for ride weekend photos, completer certificates, t-shirt and/or jersey requests, lost & found, plus, more on what’s next!
Reminder! You have until October 25 to continue fundraising, earn that 2021 commemorative City to Shore Top Fundraiser jersey and earn other great Bike MS swag. Plus, set your sites on being a member of the exclusive 2022 Top 250 Club (deadline to qualify is November 24).
- Visit the Clubs & Incentives page for more details.
- Visit our Leaderboard page for real-time listings of who is in the running
September 25 & 26:
- Before you ride! Watch the new Bike MS Kick-Off Video through the *new* Bike MS App.
- Visit the Start Locations page for more details on start times and locations.
- Visit the Ocean City Finish Line page for more details regarding the Saturday Finish Line.
- Visit the Routes & Maps section of this page regarding route closure times, including the century loop entrance closure.
- Visit the Lodging & Transportation section of this page for details regarding
- Return Transportation schedule - Bus Back to Start Locations
- Hotel Jitney Shuttle Service schedule and details
- Visit the Meals & Support Page regarding times and locations for
- Saturday dinner in Ocean City
- Sunday breakfast in Ocean City
- Visit the Packet Pick Up section of the Registration page for details regarding rider number packets
Ride Requirements Reminders:
- Helmets are required at all times. No exceptions.
- Mask. Face coverings will be required for all riders, volunteers, and staff throughout the event regardless of vaccination status for COVID-19, effective Monday, August 2nd. Riders may remove their masks when out on the road, eating, or drinking.
- Water Bottle(s). City to Shore is a cup free event.
- Pre-Event health screening emailed to all participants 24-48 hours prior to the ride. Visit the Bike Safety & COVID-19 page more information.
- Bike Inspection to receive free maintenance ride weekend.
Route & Mileage | Route Maps | Route Closing Times | Route Support / Weather
Route & Mileage Options
At this time, we are working towards and looking forward to hosting City to Shore 2021 as a two-day ride with the various route options historically offered each day. We will implement a variety of new protocols in keeping with current guidance on event attendance from the CDC, state, city and other local agencies to keep our participants, volunteers, staff and host communities as safe as possible. These practices will be reviewed 90, 60 and 35 days from event day and may be adjusted as directed by evolving medical information to ensure your safety. We will keep you updated and informed if any changes must be made to the current ride format at any time throughout the season. Please stay tuned and keep checking back for route details. Visit the Bike Safety & COVID-19 page for more information on safety and what to expect.
One Day Options:
Visit the Start Locations page for more details on start times and locations.
All routes finish in Ocean City, N.J. Saturday. Visit the Lodging & Transportation section for more details on overnight accommodations, luggage transportation and Transportation to your hotel or back to your start location Saturday. See details on the Saturday Finish Line.
- 20-mile (Saturday Only)
Mays Landing, N.J. start with one fully stocked rest stop **Note: this is not the Mays Landing Stop. - 40-mile (Saturday Only)
Hammonton, N.J. start with three rest stops **Note: this is not the Hammonton Lunch Stop. - Traditional 75-mile Route (Saturday Only)
Cherry Hill, N.J. start with five rest stops, including lunch - Century 100-mile (Saturday Only)
Cherry Hill, N.J. start with six rest stops, including lunch. Follow the yellow route markings at mile 46.3 for an additional 25-mile loop and then rejoin the 75-mile route. The century route loop entrance will close promptly at 11:30 a.m.. See below for details.
Two-day options:
- Traditional 75-mile each day with five rest stops, including lunch. Ride from Cherry Hill, N.J. to Ocean City, N.J. Saturday. Stay overnight to enjoy all that Ocean City has to offer, and then ride back to Cherry Hill on Sunday.
- Two-day Century option: Ride 100 miles on Saturday with six rest stops, and 75 miles on Sunday with five rest stops. Lunch is included both days.
See important information below for cyclists riding on 559
Information for cyclists riding on 559 and when entering Ocean City via the 9th Street bridge/Stainton Memorial Causeway (Rt.52)
As always, it is important that all cyclists follow route markings, practice safe and courteous cycling behavior, and follow ALL police and volunteer direction.
Please use caution along CR 559 as the westbound lane is open to vehicular traffic for local businesses and residents.
Please be aware and adhere to the following:
- As always, follow ALL police and volunteer direction.
- Cyclists will have access to the right inbound lane and shoulder along the bridge into Ocean City. The Fishing Pier and Information Center will be open.
- When approaching the bottom of the bridge in Ocean City:
- Slow down
- Be prepared to stop – cyclists will be stopped at the bottom of the bridge
- Look for police officer’s signal
- Upon entry into Ocean City cyclists will be held and released in several locations to ensure safe passage from the base of the bridge to the traditional finish line at 5th & the boardwalk. Cyclists will be released when it is determined by police that it is safe to proceed.
- Please be patient and follow all directives.
We appreciate the support and partnership of Ocean City and all the counties and municipalities along the route to ensure the continued success of this ride.
Spectators, Friends, Family and Volunteers
Help reduce additional vehicular traffic on the 9th Street bridge/Stainton Memorial Causeway (Rt.52). All spectators, friends, family and volunteers planning to come the Ocean City finish line are asked and encouraged to instead take the Longport Bridge or 34th Street Bridge.
Route Maps
2021 Cue Sheets & Maps: I Ride With GPS
- Ride with GPS Event Page with Route Listing
- Saturday 100 miles
- Saturday 75 miles
- Saturday 45 miles
- Saturday 25 miles
- Sunday 75 miles
To Get App (it's free!). Once Downloaded:
- Go to your App Store
- Search for: Ride with GPS (Red cyclist on a black background)
- Download the app (it’s Free!)
- Go to your internet browser app - (Safari, Google Chrome, etc.)
- Visit the website below for your route
**check back in September**
- Click “Open in App”
- Once you’re in the app can Download or Navigate to stream the route
Century Route Closing: 11:30 a.m.
The century route loop entrance will close promptly at 11:30 a.m. at mile 46.3. No cyclists will be permitted onto the century route after this time. Please plan your ride accordingly and ensure you depart in the initial release.
Route Closing: 5 p.m.
he Bike MS route will close at 5 p.m. each day. We will make every effort to work with you to complete the ride. All cyclists on the road after 5 p.m. must take the bus in to the finish line
Route Support
Visit the Meals & Support section of this page for more details.
Weather
We ride rain or shine. Please be prepared for rain, cold weather or very sunny conditions. Weather can change overnight so prepare for every scenario. Stay tuned to our site and your inbox for up-to-date announcements regarding inclement weather.
Facebook Page | Safety Clinic | Team Captain Meetings | Cycling Challenges | Rookie Q&A Call
September 13: Cycling Challenge 4
August 15: Zwift Training Ride
See details on the Training & Zwift page
September 19: Zwift Training Ride
See details on the Training & Zwift page
August 31: Team Tent Reservation Deadline
September 1: Team Tent Payment Deadline
Fundraising Weeks
Both a team and an individual participant can win big during this year’s fundraising weeks.
When:
- Fundraising Week #1: July 19 – July 25
- Team winner, 15+ division: MOR Wealth Management
- Team winner, under 15 division: SCREENS ‘N’ SPOKES
- Individual winner: Daniel Levinson, MOR Wealth Management
- Fundraising Week #2: August 16 – August 22
- Team winner, 15+ division: Jerseys’ Team
- Team winner, under 15 division: Baker Tilly Bike Team
- Individual winner: Joseph Dwyer, Baker Tilly Bike Team
Who: Winners for each fundraising week will include both the individual (team member or non-team member) and the team(s) with most money raised online (total dollars) during this time.
Team winners will be determined based on the following two divisions. Meaning two teams can win during each fundraising week!
- Teams with more than 15 members at the start of the fundraising week
- Teams with less than 15 members at the start of the fundraising week
What:
- Individual Prize: Bike MS Prize Pack (Bike MS Swag and Gift Card from our partners at Fathead)
- Team Prize(s): Your choice of a team tent at the PATCO start or Ocean City finish on Saturday.
How: Utilize the fundraising weeks to reach out to your donors, share why you ride and reach your goal. Hit Top Fundraiser status and earn the 2021 City to Shore commemorative top fundraiser jersey and much more.
Download the new Bike MS App now on Google Play or Apple App Store and take advantage of mobile check deposits. Utilize the Bike MS Fundraising Tool Kit and visit the Bike MS Fundraising Ideas page for more ways to help you reach your goal.
Plus, check your Inbox during these weeks for more details!
Cycling Challenges
Whether you’re a virtual cyclist or joining us in-person on event day, we’ve got a challenge for you! Beginning August 23 you have the opportunity to compete in 4 weekly challenges.
Visit the Bike MS 2021 Cycling Challenge page and City to Shore Challenge Photo page for more details including suggested weekly mileage goals and how to earn badges for your training...and to enter!
Plus, download the Bike MS app to earn the exclusive Bike MS 2021 badge for logging miles on event day.
Rookie Rider (Virtual) Q&A
Rookie Rider Virtual Q&A Tuesday, August 31 at 7pm: As a first-year participant, we want to make sure you have every opportunity to learn everything you need to know about Bike MS: City to Shore weekend, connect with other Rookies, and ask questions! View the presentation and watch the recording.
The following topics will be covered, plus more!
- Overview of ride weekend
- Participant Resources
- Fundraising Tips, Tools, & Incentives
- Training Tips & How to Stay Connected
- Q & A
Plus...The chance to win an exclusive raffle prize, sponsored by Keswick Cycle.
Virtual Safety Clinic
Safety Clinic, Thursday, September 2 at 7pm:
The safety of our cyclists is the number one priority at Bike MS. To help ensure that everyone has a great ride and arrives safely at the finish line, we work hard to create a proactive approach to safety. Be Safe. Be Courteous. View the slide presentation and watch the recording.
Topics Include:
- Cycling safety & COVID-19 protocols
- Group Riding Etiquette & Responsibilities
- Safe & Courteous Cycling Behavior Review
- Route support details
- Bike Inspections Reminders
- PATCO Start Release Protocol
Your local Bike MS staff and amazing guest speakers will share information about staying safe at Bike MS. Topics will include cycling safety and COVID-19 protocols, ride support, bike inspections, suggested packing list, and more.
Team Captain (Virtual) Meetings
New this year City to Shore will be hosting a series of Virtual Team Captain Meetings to help keep you connected and apprised throughout the season. Receive firsthand important ride updates and build excitement with your fellow captains for Bike MS: City to Shore 2021!
Wednesday, September 1 at 7pm: Ride weekend is around the corner, get all the details needed to ensure your team is ready. View the slide presentation and watch the recording.
Wednesday, August 11 at 7pm: With less than two months to ride weekend, fundraising, training and recruitment are in high gear! View the slide presentation and watch the recording.
- Ride weekend updates
- Ensure your teams members receive their packets in the mail
- Find out what and how your team could win the upcoming fundraising week
- Tips on how to start getting your team ready for ride weekend!
- Much more!
Join via a Microsoft Teams meeting
Join on your computer or mobile app Click here to join the meeting
Or call in (audio only) +1 315-234-6809,,673166257# United States, Syracuse
Phone Conference ID: 673 166 257#
Find a local number | Reset PIN
Learn More | Meeting options
Wednesday, July 14 at 7pm: Join us for ride weekend updates, plus ensure your team is ready to win the first fundraising week July 18 and prepared for the August 2 registration fee increase. View the slide presentation and watch the recording. Topics included:
- Ride weekend updates
- Find out what and how your team could win the upcoming fundraising week
- Learn more about tried and true fundraising tactics and tools to help you win
- Preview the 2021 Top Fundraiser jersey design, celebrating 75 years of progress
- Collaborate and connect with fellow captains on recruitment (and fundraising) tactics and ideas – what is working well, what are challenges and how has/can the conversation changed in 2021.
- Set new collective registration goals to crush by the August 2 fee increase!
- Meet the new Bike MS: City to Shore staff
- Hear how your fundraising dollars are making a difference
- See what’s coming in the next few months!
Join via a Microsoft Teams meeting
Join on your computer or mobile app Click here to join the meeting
Or call in (audio only) +1 315-234-6809,,28622519# United States, Syracuse
Phone Conference ID: 286 225 19#
Find a local number | Reset PIN
Learn More | Meeting options
Wednesday, May 12 at 7pm: Cycling weather is here and there is a lot happening in May! View the slide presentation and watch the recording.
Topics included:
- Learn when, where and how to snag your 2020 Bike MS gear
- Get geared up for the up the May 24th Registration Fee Increase, Bike to Work Week and World MS Day
- Collaborate and connect with fellow captains on recruitment (and fundraising) tactics and ideas – what is working well, what are challenges and how has/can the conversation changed in 2021.
Wednesday, March 24 at 7pm: Join us as we kick off the series and share. View the slide presentation.
Topics included:
- City to Shore 2021 Updates: What to Expect for Bike MS 2021, Timeline & Key Milestones, Optional & Enhanced Virtual Experience
- Fundraising & Recruitment Collaboration: Tools & Resources, Tips and Techniques from the Experts….You!
2020 City to Shore Gear Contactless Pickup Event
At last! We have news about your 2020 City to Shore gear…you worked hard to earn it! We appreciate your patience while we worked to find the safest and most cost-efficient way to distribute items and look forward to seeing you safely soon.
Event t-shirts, Top Fundraiser jerseys, I Ride with MS and Top 250 Club jackets will be available for drive-thru pick up on:
- Saturday, June 5 in Radnor, PA
- Saturday, June 26 in Philadelphia, PA
All participants must choose a 30-minute access window on their preferred date and location.
Click here to sign up. Once a pick-up time is chosen, you will receive an automated email from Sign-up-Genius.
Items may be picked up for or by others! Please enter the first and last name(s) for all participants you will be picking up for in the comment box. Team Captains, if you would like to pick up all items for your team members, you may list your team’s name in the comment box.
Please know that by selecting a time slot, the following safety criteria put into place by the National MS Society, will be followed:
- Participants and staff must wear a mask
- No physical contact
- Participants and staff must remain minimally 6 feet apart
- Participant must stay in their vehicle (please do not get out your vehicle to visit with staff or other participants)
- Items will be delivered contactless (please pop your trunk!)
**participants living outside of greater Philadelphia area will be mailed their items in late June.
2021 City to Shore Facebook Event Page
Stay up-to-the-minute with conversation and event details by joining our Facebook Event here. Please mark yourself as "going" on the 2021 City to Shore Facebook Event Page. We will use this page for event updates, recognition, encouragement and more.
Meals and Food
Food at the Saturday start line will be limited. Water, sports drinks, breakfast bars and bananas will be available. Please arrive with a full stomach, full water bottles and be ready to get on the road! For more details and information regarding your start location, visit the Start Locations page.
At the rest stops enjoy individually packaged sweet and salty snacks such as chips, energy bar or gel, fruit and more. Cyclists must bring their own water bottles. Lunch will be provided for all 75- and 100-mile cyclists in Hammonton including chicken sandwiches and veggie burges. See additional information regarding rest stop support listed below.
At the Saturday finish line Grab a quick bite to eat, before you head up to the boardwalk for all your favorites. Reach Top Fundraiser status by ride weekend and receive extra ride day and finish line perks, including an enhanced meal at the finish line.
A pasta dinner will be served Saturday in Ocean City from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Music Pier* on the boardwalk at Moorlyn Terrace OR the Ocean City High School located at 6th and Atlantic Avenue. Masks are required unless actively eating or drinking.
Plus, visit the Ocean City Finish Line page for local restaurants offering dinner specials to cyclists! Also, drop in wherever you see this identifier (pictured at right) and inquire about special Bike MS: City to Shore promotions.
Breakfast will be served Sunday morning from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Music Pier and the OC High School (same locations as Saturday dinner) for all cyclists riding back to Cherry Hill. Reminder: all cyclists must be on the road by 8 a.m. Masks are required unless actively eating or drinking.
*An outdoor dining option will be available at the Music Pier (weather permitting) for breakfast and dinner
At the Sunday finish line enjoy hamburgers, veggie burgers and pasta salad before wrapping up your ride weekend.
Rest Stops: First Class Support
Rest stops approximately every 15 miles featuring:
> Fun festivities and smiling faces
> Food, food, food! Including drinks, snacks and lunch at the Hammonton stop
> First aid stations
> Mechanical support from local bike shops
> Thank you to our rest stop sponsors: NFI, PECO, UPS, Subaru of America
**Only authorized Bike MS vehicles and cyclists are permitted access to the rest stops ride weekend. All other vehicular traffic is prohibited.
Thank you to our rest stop sponsors.
Route Markings
We make every effort to ensure you won’t get lost. The route will be clearly marked with orange direction signs, including on straightaways, so you will know you're riding in the right direction.
Medical Support & Emergency Assistance
Emergency medical support travels the entire route in the event that a cyclist may be injured. Help us provide top-notch first aid by completing the back of your rider number. In addition, an emergency number will be printed on the wristband included in your rider number packet. Use this number during the ride if you spot an accident. First aid stations will also be available.
Support and Gear (SAG) Vehicles
Just can’t push another pedal, or just need a ride to the next stop? These van & truck duos rove the route and rest stops.
Flip your bike upside down and look for the first SAG wagon to come your way. Give the thumbs-down signal if you want to be picked up. You and your bike will be transported.
NOTE: The trip into the finish line is not always direct. Be patient as we pick up other cyclists in need. If you only want a ride to the next rest stop, let the driver know. Always remember to thank your driver, who is volunteering his or her time for the weekend to support you.
*Reminders: Masks are required while on a SAG vehicle.
Personal SAG Vehicles PROHIBITED. Personal SAG vehicles are not permitted on the route. Please understand our need to cut down on vehicular traffic for YOUR SAFETY.
No trailers, tagalongs or child carriers are allowed on the route per the Society’s Youth Riders policy.
Bike Mechanical Support
City to Shore Sponsoring Bike Shops will be located at all start locations, the rest stops and roving along the route to provide minor repairs. Get your bike inspected August 21 through September 18 to identify any major issues, and get your ride Bike MS ready and to ensure free mechanical support ride weekend. Click here for more details.
Road Marshals
These motorcycle volunteers can be found at "trouble" intersections and along the route. They monitor and guide cyclist traffic but are not permitted to stop vehicular traffic. When you see a road marshal volunteer, ride with caution. They’ll be wearing orange vests and waving orange flags so you can’t miss them.
Communications Team
Communications volunteers are stationed along the route. If you encounter an accident or other emergency, let the communications volunteer know. They are easy to spot: just look for a car with a really big antenna! Note: These volunteers are there for communication purposes and are not permitted to direct traffic.
Police & Communities Who Welcome Us
Please be respectful of the communities that support and welcome Bike MS! Their hospitality makes this event possible. Every effort is made to keep you safe. Where possible, local law enforcement agencies have been recruited to help you travel safely through intersections and on shared roadways.
Be courteous, as they help you travel safely through their communities. Visit the Training & Prep page for more details on safe and courteous cycling behavior.
Staff
Thank you to local presenting sponsor NFI for storing, receiving, packing and transporting all ride weekend supplies.
August | September | Post-Event | Registration Fee Schedule
March 24: Virtual Team Captain Meeting Kick Off
See details in Pre-Ride Events.
May 12: Virtual Team Captain Meeting
See details in Pre-Ride Events.
May 24: Registration Fee Increase from $21 to $36
June 5: 2020 City to Shore T-shirt, Jersey and Jacket Contactless Pickup Event | Radnor, PA:
Click here for more information and to sign up for a pickup access window.
June 26: 2020 City to Shore T-shirt, Jersey and Jacket Contactless Pickup Event | Philadelphia, PA
Click here for more information and to sign up for a pickup access window.
July: Bike Shop Training Rides *More details coming soon!
July 14: Virtual Team Captain Meeting
See details in Pre-Ride Events.
July 19-25: Fundraising Week #1
Both teams and an individual participant can win during this fundraising week. See details in Pre-Ride Events. Plus stay tuned for an email in your inbox with more details!
August 2: Registration Fee Increase from $36 to $51
August 11: Virtual Team Captain Meeting
See details in Pre-Ride Events.
August 16-22: Fundraising Week #2
Both teams and an individual participant can win during this fundraising week. See details in Pre-Ride Events. Plus stay tuned for an email in your inbox with more details!
August: Bike Shop Training Rides *More details coming soon!
August 22: Rider Number Mailing Deadline
*NEW DEADLINE IN 2021*
To receive your rider number in the mail, we must have received your required waiver/safety pledge and minimum $300 donation. See Ride Info & Requirements section for ride requirements. Visit the Get Your Rider Number (Packet Pick-Up) section for more details on how to receive your rider number packet.
August 21 – September 18: Bike Inspections
To receive free bike maintenance ride weekend from our sponsoring bike shops, your bike must have a Bike MS Inspected sticker. *Shops may charge up to $15 if inspection is done after September 18.
Details coming soon!
September: Rider Numbers Mailed (to those meeting the August 22 deadline). Visit the Get Your Rider Number (Packet Pick-Up) section for more details on how to receive your rider number packet.
September: Bike Shop Training Rides *More details coming soon!
September 1: Virtual Team Captain Meeting
See details in Pre-Ride Events.
September 13: Registration Fee Increase from $51 to $70
September 18: Final Day for Free Bike Inspections
To receive free bike maintenance ride weekend from our sponsoring bike shops, your bike must have a Bike MS Inspected sticker. *Shops may charge up to $15 if inspection is done after September 18.
September 25 and 26: City to Shore 2021!
Thank you so much for a great weekend! Visit the Photos & Post Ride Reminders section off this page for ride weekend photos, completer certificates, t-shirt and/or jersey requests, lost & found, plus, more on what’s next!
October 25: Fundraising/Money Turn In & Prize Deadline. Visit the Clubs & Incentives page for more details.
November 24: Top 250 Club Fundraising Rankings & Team Award Deadline You can still qualify for a Top 250 ranking past the prize deadline (Oct. 25). This is also when Team Awards are finalized. Visit our Leaderboard page for real-time listings of the top teams and individuals for the Bike MS: City to Shore Ride. Congratulations to our 2021 #1 cyclists Ian Harris and Andrea Rosenthal, and all of the 2021 Top 250 Club Members!
Registration Fee Schedule*:
*Fee for cyclists riding in person only.
- $21 February 23 – May 23
- $36 May 24 – August 1
- $51 August 2 – September 12
- $70 September 13 – September 22
- No Registrations Ride Day
Transportation to overnight stay – in Ocean City
Jitney service is provided Saturday 12:00-8:00 p.m. and Sunday 6:00-9:00 a.m., to and from the Ocean City finish line, the campground and all hotels listed on the website. Jitneys are located on 6th Street between Atlantic Avenue and the Boardwalk. Reminder: Masks are required while on the Jitney.
Transportation back to your start location – from Ocean City
All buses depart from the Transportation Center located at 6th and Atlantic Avenue in Ocean City (one block up from the beach/finish line)
COVID-19 Safety Precautions:
- Masks are required while riding bus back to start
- Capacity will be limited whenever possible. Thank you in advance for your patience and understanding as this may cause additional wait time.
- Although we will make every effort to limit capacity, some buses might be sent at full capacity. All cyclists have the opportunity to wait for the next return bus if current capacity is of concern.
SATURDAY: bus transportation is provided for you and your bike back to all start locations. *Times below subject to change.
- PATCO Woodcrest Station (75 and 100-mile start): 1pm to 6pm
- Hammonton (45-mile start): 1pm to 5pm
- Mays Landing (25-mile start): 10am to 2pm
SUNDAY: A return trip to PATCO's Woodcrest station (75 and 100-mile start ONLY) will depart at 7:30 am sharp. Transportation is provided for you and your bike.
- You will need to sign up on Saturday at the Transportation Center for return transportation on Sunday.
- Please arrive Sunday at 7:30 am sharp to load your bike and prepare for departure. Release is expected between 7:30 am and 8 am. Anyone arriving after 7:30 am may not depart until 8:30 am or 9 am when the site is closed.
**Return trips to Hammonton (45-mile start) and Mays Landing (25-mile start) are not offered on Sunday. **
Transportation – Luggage
We will transport your luggage from the start line to the finish line each day.
SATURDAY: Luggage transportation is available at all start locations. We will transport your luggage from the start line to the finish line each day. Remember to put your luggage tag on your bag, which can be found in your rider number packet.
All luggage is dropped off and sorted numerically at the luggage tent along 6th street on Saturday at the Ocean City finish line.
Luggage Drop Procedure at the PATCO Woodcrest Station (75 & 100 Mile Start)
- You must drop your luggage before heading to the start area. No exceptions. Follow Delaware Port Authority Police Officer directive.
- Luggage permitted in the tent area will be limited.
- Remember to adhere your luggage tag found in your rider number packet.
- If you receive your rider packet in the mail prior to ride weekend, attach this to your bag before you arrive at check-in.
- This tag is the best way to identify the bag as yours during luggage pick-up each day.
- Please make sure you can leave it attached and still open your bag on Saturday night.
- Ensure you have everything you need before dropping your bag. Once it is placed on the trailer it cannot be removed and you will not have access to it until you arrive at the finish line.
SUNDAY: If you plan to ride on Sunday, you may drop your luggage in the NFI trailer, located on 6th street at Bike Parking, by 8am. All luggage on this truck will be transported to the PATCO finish line.
All luggage is dropped off and sorted numerically at the luggage tent.
Transportation – Along the Route
Your extraordinary Bike MS experience includes fantastic support. While you ride, you should only be concerned about two things: riding safely and having fun! We take care of all the rest. Visit the Meals & Support section of this page more details on SAG Wagons and other ride weekend support.
Thank you to local presenting sponsor NFI for providing the trucks and drivers to support the transportation of all luggage and bikes.
Accommodations
After a long ride, you'll need someplace to freshen up and rest your weary head. Below are your lodging options for Bike MS: City to Shore Ride.
City to Shore Housing - Friday, September 24, 2021
If you would like to book a room on Friday night, the following hotels are nearby the Cherry Hill and Voorhees area.
- City to Shore cyclists receive a discounted rate when booking through the Holiday Inn Express Voorhees. Click here to book & use Group Code: MSB for a discounted rate or call our Toll Free call center at 1-833-888-1793 and give the reservationist the Group Code MSB to receive the group rate.
- Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cherry Hill: 525 Route 38, 856-254-3787
- Residence Inn by Marriott: 1821 Old Cuthbert Rd., 856-429-6111
- Crowne Plaza: 2349 Route 70 West, 856-665-6666
- Holiday Inn: 2175 Route 70 & Sayer Ave., 856-663-5300
- Wingate Inn: 1000 Laurel Oak Rd., 856-627-1000
- Spring Hill Suites: 5000 Midlantic Dr., 856-234-2009
City to Shore Housing - Saturday, September 25, 2021
City to Shore cyclists are responsible for booking their own accommodations in Ocean City.
Hotels, condos, and team housing
Some hotels are offering City to Shore cyclists a discounted rate. See below for more information.
- BEACH CLUB 609-399-8555
- 10% discount for CTS cyclists, Rate starts at $138, no minimum stay, Refund policy: $25 fee if cancelled with at least 7 days notice
- BISCAYNE SUITES 609-391-8800
- Discounted rate of $159 for CTS cyclists (call for discount), 2-night minimum waived, Refund policy: 72 hour cancel/refund policy
- BLUE WATER 609-399-2779
- 10% discount for CTS cyclists, Rate Queen-$149, Double $159, 2-night minimum waived, Refund Policy: $25 cancel fee w/ 7-day notice, bikes in rooms or locked to racks outside
- FLANDERS HOTEL609-399-1000
- 12% discount for CTS cyclists: use code SHORERIDE, all suites + kitchenette sleep min. 5, Regular Rate $199, 2-night minimum waived, no fee with 2 weeks’ notice, bikes allowed in rooms
- OCEAN BREEZE 609-399-8744
- 10% discount for CTS cyclists, Rates $149-$159, Refund policy: $25 fee if cancelled at least 1 week prior to stay.
- OCEAN FRONT 609-399-4757
- Discounted rate of $149.00 for CTS cyclists (call for discount), 12 rooms have one night minimum, other 12 rooms have two-night minimum Refund policy; full refund if cancelled at least 14 days prior to stay
- PIER 4 609-927-9141
- Discounted rate of $155, $175, $225 for CTS cyclists (call for discount), Refund policy: 48 Hours prior to the date of reservation to cancel or change.
- TAHITI INN 609-399-0130
- Discounted rate of $149.00 for CTS cyclists (call for discount), Refund Policy: 3 Days prior to check in, minus deposit.
- WILD DUNES 609-399-2910
- Discounted rate of $129.00 for CTS cyclists (call for discount), Refund Policy: 7 days prior to arrival, full refund. Less than that 7 days, $25 deposit is lost.
Atlantis B&B 609-399-9871
Rate $219-$329, 2-night minimum, refund policy: $75 fee with 10 days notice
Bayberry B&B 609-391-1183
Refund policy: full refund 10 days out, 50% refund less than 10 days, Please note bikes are stored in locked storage space and not allowed in rooms
Laurel Bay B&B 609-814-1886
Rate $135 - $185, 2-night minimum, Refund policy: full if cancelled at least 2 days prior to stay.
Luray Manor 609-399-5260
Rate $90, 2-night minimum
Northwood B&B 609-399-6071
Rate $170-$345, No minimum stay, Refund policy: full if cancelled at least two weeks prior to stay.
Ocean City Mansion 609-399-8383
Rate $200
Plymouth Inn B&B 609-398-8615
Rate $179-$189, 2-night minimum, Refund policy: $25 deposit lost if cancellation
Scarborough B&B 609-399-1558
Rate Queen: $291, King: $329, Grande King: $349, Two Queens: $359, Apartment: $369, Suite w/King & Queen: $379, Suite w/living room & King: $399, Suite w/2 King rooms: $419, Refund Policy: 14 Days to cancel
Sifting Sands 609-399-1178
Refund Policy: 7 days prior to arrival, full refund. Less than that 7 days, $25 deposit is lost.
Zenneth Manor 609-399-1782
Rate $199, 2-night minimum, No Refunds
Campgrounds
Camping is available to those looking for a true outdoor experience at the Whippoorwill Campground in nearby Marmora, N.J.
To make a reservation call 609-390-3458.
Our I Ride with MS program celebrates and recognizes the resilience of our cyclists who live with MS. I Ride with MS participants not only commit to cycling to create a world free of MS, but also to raise awareness.
Visit the I Ride with MS page to read IRWMS Participant’s Testimonials, check out the 2021 I Ride with MS jersey** design and learn how to join.
Plus, City to Shore I Ride with MS participants are invited to relax and cool off after the ride Saturday at the Ocean City Finish Line ‘I Ride with MS’ tent sponsored by Ivy Rehab
- Cool off with an Ivy Rehab cooling towel and/or in front of a misting fan
- Ivy Rehab physical therapists will also be there providing COVID-friendly guided stretching to help your muscle relax
- And much more!
Thank you to our local I Ride with MS sponsor, Ivy Rehab, for making this possible!
**I Ride with MS jerseys will be mailed in late August/early September or be available for pick up at your start line ride morning.
Questions? Email: shelly.nightengale@nmss.org
Thank you so much for a great weekend! Ensure your weeks following the ride are just as amazing and successful, help us reach our fundraising goal and set your sites on earning some great prizes.
FROM THE WEEKEND
- Ride Weekend Photos – Visit our flickr page
We are working with amazing volunteer photographers to get their photos from the weekend uploaded. for updates and recently added photos.
- PATCO Cherry Hill Start Saturday album
- Ocean City Finish Bridge Saturday album
- Ocean City Finish Line Saturday album
- Ocean City Start Sunday album
- PATCO Cherry Finish Sunday album
- Century Rest Stop Saturday album
- Hammonton Lunch Sunday album
- Mays Landing (#Rest Stop Saturday album
- Waterford Rest Stop Saturday album
- Waterford Rest Stop Sunday album
Also, be sure to share and post your photos on social media and with your donors. Don’t forget to tag us #BikeMS #DontJustRide #CitytoShore
- Download and print your 2021 Completer Certificate . You earned it!
- Complete this form if you didn’t receive your event t-shirt, Top Fundraiser jersey, or Top Fundraiser completer medal.
- Or if you would like to request a century patch or Top Fundraiser jersey size exchange
Note: due to the financial impact of COVID in 2020 we were not able to provide completer medals or commemorative round patches to all participants this year.
- Email Dana Gold regarding lost and found.
REACH THE ULTIMATE FINISH LINE
We may have finished riding, but the real finish line is still ahead. We are currently SO close to reaching the ultimate finish line, raising $3.5 million FOR MS. Help us get there by October 25!
Utilize these post ride fundraising tips to achieve your fundraising goals, earn your 2021 Top Fundraiser jersey, reach the next prize level and secure your ranking in the 2022 Top 250 Club.
- Turn in additional donations and submit matching gifts
- Make a donation online through your Participant Center.
- Electronically submit checks through the Bike MS App or mail to City to Shore 2021, 30 South 17th Street, Suite 800, Philadelphia, PA 19103.
- Visit the Donations Guide page for more information and to search for an Employer’s Matching Gift Program
- Share, Share Share!
Maximize social medial, make personal asks, share weekend photos and wear your City to Shore gear, it’s a great conversation starter!
- Your ride weekend experience with current and potential donors, thanking those who have donated and reminding potential donors there is still time!
- Your fundraising goal and status. Remind people there is still time, what you want to achieve and why.
- Your impact. Together, we’ve achieved more breakthroughs for MS than the world has seen for any other neurological disease. The National MS Society has invested in early research that has led to the discovery of every effective treatment for MS, including the first therapies for primary progressive and pediatric MS. Watch this video to learn more.
- Set your sites on earning some awesome Bike MS gear.
- You have until October 25 to earn your 2021 City to Shore Top Fundraiser jersey and other great prizes.
- Visit the Clubs & Incentives page for more details.
- Check out the Fundraising Toolkit and other great Fundraising Ideas