Date & Location
May 15, 2022
Start/finish location: The Lab - Brewery, Pilot Facility & Taproom,
767 N Eustis St Suite 115, St Paul, MN 55114
Routes
Routes of approximately 15, 30, and 45 miles
Requirements
Fundraising Minimum: $100
Age Minimum: 12
Schedule
8-10 a.m. Route opens
* Participants doing the 45-mile route must be on-route by 9 a.m., and reach Rest Stop 2 by 11:30 a.m.
3:30 p.m. Route Closes
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Event Schedule
Sunday, May 15, 2022
Event Location:
The Lab – Brewery, Pilot Facility & Taproom
767 N Eustis St, St Paul, MN 55114
Parking:
Volunteers will be on-site to direct traffic and parking.
VIP Parking: Top 25 Club members (2021 rankings) and Club K Fundraisers ($1,000+ fundraised by May 1st) will receive special parking passes mailed to them. VIP Parking will be located at Sunrise Bank parking lot - enter next to 725 Curfew St, St Paul, MN 55114
General Parking: Available at 2480 Franklin Ave, St Paul, MN 55114
Schedule:
8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
- Check-in for pre-registered ride participants
- Walk-up registration
- Breakfast items & coffee available
- Start is open for riders to leave
- Route options
- 14 miles
- 26 miles
- 45 miles – Must be on route by 9:00 a.m.; leave Rest Stop 2 by 11:30 a.m.
8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
- Route officially open
- Finish line DJ by Crystal Entertainment
11 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.
- Food and drink available for purchase
- Yard games
11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
- Live band at finish line festival area - American Bootleg
3:30 p.m.
- Route closes
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Routes & Maps
Three different route options will be available - approximately 15, 30, and 45 miles. Participants can choose their route on event day - there's no need to decide ahead of time!
Routes can be viewed here on RideWithGPS. Please note that adjustments may be made before event day.
Riders start between 8-10 a.m.; those doing the 45-mile route must be on the route by 9 a.m.
Fully supported rest stops will be located at various points along the routes, allowing cyclists to rest, refuel, and recharge. Stops will also feature partner Bike Shops, there to help with any issues you may have.
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Pre-Ride Events
Fundraising Weeks
- Fundraising Week #1: March 7-13, 2022
- Fundraising Week #2: April 4-10, 2022
Fundraising Weeks run Monday through Sunday at midnight.
Fundraising Week 1: March 7-13
- Individual Prize: The individual that raises the most money during this week will win a Bike MS swag pack.
- Team Prize: The team that raises the most money during this week will receive a personal packet pickup.
There will be two team winners – one for teams of 4-15 members, one for teams of 15+.
Fundraising Week 2: April 4-10
- Individual Prize: The individual that raises the most money during this week will win a Bike MS swag pack.
- GRAND PRIZE: For every $100 raised during this week, you'll be entered to win a brand new electric lawn mower, generously donated by The Toro Company!
- Team Prize: The team that raises the most money during this week will receive Dairy Queen dilly bars at the finish line.
There will be two team winners – one for teams of 4-15 members, one for teams of 15+.
Virtual Team Captain Meeting
Virtual Team Captain Meeting – Twin Cities Ride, MS 150, and Ride Across Minnesota
Thank you to all the captains who joined the first Team Captain Meeting on February 10th! If you weren't able to make it, click here to view the deck from the meeting.
Virtual Team Captain Meeting - March 16th
Thank you to the captains who joined us for a Team Captain Call on March 16th! Whether you were able to join or not, you can go here to view the deck from the meeting.
Bright New Year Giveaway
Bright new year with some bright, warm coffee from Caribou.
Congratulations to Ming Tan for winning the Caribou Coffee Gift Set!
All participants who had registered and fundraised at least $100 by January 16, 2022 were entered in a drawing to win goodies donated by Caribou Coffee.
Safety Meeting
Being prepared is critical to having a safe, fun experience at Bike MS. Join us on May 4th for a call covering safety and event-day experience at Bike MS: Twin Cities Ride, and take the chance to ask any questions you might have.
When: Wednesday, May 4th, 4-5pm CST
Where: Virtually! Join on your computer or mobile app.
Or call in (audio only): +1 315-234-6809, Phone Conference ID: 155 667 683#
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Meals & Support
Bike MS is an extraordinary ride no matter where you are! Whether you have a flat tire or need a snack to help get you across the finish line, we’ve got you covered…
Each route includes fully-stocked rest stops every 10 to 12 miles with some of the best snacks and volunteers around. Relax, hydrate, use the restroom, re-apply sunscreen and enjoy the volunteers. Bike mechanics and support and gear (SAG) vehicles will also be on the route to assist you.
Food and Drink
In addition to the snacks and drinks available at rest stops, you'll find plenty at the start/finish line.
- Breakfast items and coffee will be available from 8-10 a.m.
- All participants receive a free drink (alcoholic or non) after the ride
- Food and drink will be available for purchase from 11 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
- El Norte Kitchen
- Borealis Bowls
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Keep Connected
There are several ways to stay connected with your donors, participants, and the Bike MS community.
- Social Media resources: click here
- Bike MS app: click here
- Strava Club: click here
- Zwift Training Rides: click here
- Team Captain Facebook Page: click here
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Mark yourself as “going” on the Bike MS: Twin Cities Ride Facebook Event Page. We will use this page for event updates, recognition, encouragement and more.
Bike MS Ambassador Kick-Off Call
Thank you to those who joined the Kick Off call on November 3rd! If you were unable to make it, or want to learn more, please reference this deck and the information below.
Bike MS Ambassador
The Bike MS Ambassador program is a great way to stay connected with Bike MS and help enhance engagement. There are several ways to get involved with the Bike MS Ambassador program and it’s a flexible commitment.
2022 Bike MS Ambassador Involvement Options
- Help distribute promotional print materials to bike shops, coffee shops, breweries, etc.
- Help post digital Bike MS information on local message boards, bike clubs and community calendars, etc. (using digital copy provided by society)
- Utilize your network and local connections to help ask local organizations for donations, such as gift cards, gift baskets, etc. These donations are used for prize incentives, items for VIP tent, etc.
- Wear your Bike MS jersey, T-shirt, or swag when out in public, especially when riding.
- Help make calls to participants to increase engagement and fundraising.
- Be an ambassador! Share you story & encourage folks to get involved.
2022 Bike MS Ambassador Perks
- 25% off registration for any Minnesota Bike MS ride
- Access to MS 150 VIP Tent regardless of fundraising
- Exclusive prize drawings
- Bike MS T-shirt
If you’d like to become a Bike MS Ambassador, please reach out to Darren Josephson at darren.josephson@nmss.org.
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Rookie Riders (First-Time Participants)
Thank you for registering for the 2022 Bike MS: Twin Cities Ride, presented by Toro. It’s a great ride for a great cause, and we’re glad you're joining us this year. We're so excited for you to be apart of the Bike MS experience!
As someone new to the ride, we want to make sure you have the support and information you need to have a great time on the Twin Cities Ride.
- Check out our great Fundraising Tips and Tools.
- I Ride with MS Program (IRWMS). This program recognizes participants living with MS. Participants in this program can earn special perks and prizes. Click here to learn more!
- Stay connected through the Bike MS App, social media, and more here.
- Mark yourself as "going" on the 2022 Twin Cities Ride Facebook Page.
- Learn about Training opportunities here.
- Let's not forget about perks and prizes. Check out the different prize levels here.
Don’t hesitate to reach out to our Fundraising Support Team at Fundraising Support Team or 855-372-1331 with any questions.
If you want to connect with our local team, please reach out to Alissa Groff at alissa.groff@nmss.org.
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I Ride with MS Program
The I Ride with MS (IRWMS) program recognizes participants living with MS. Participants in this program can earn special perks and prizes.
Perks include:
- 25% off registration
- I Ride with MS Jersey
- and more!
Click here to learn more
If you want to connect with our local team, please reach out to Alissa Groff at Alissa.Groff@nmss.org.
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Teams
Riding together with a team can make your Bike MS experience even more fun and rewarding! Learn more about Bike MS Teams here, and see currently registered teams here. Questions about starting or joining a team, or looking for help in finding one to join? Contact us!
Team Resources
Once a captain has registered and created the team, they can start customizing the team page and inviting people to join. Making your page unique can help ‘sell’ your team to prospective members.
Team Captains also have access to track team members’ goals and fundraising, as well as to send team emails right from their Bike MS dashboard.
More Resources:
- Bike MS Fundraising Toolkit: featuring how to take advantage of your fundraising center, images for social media, videos about MS, details about the Bike MS app, and more!
- Join the Team Captains Facebook Group: This group is a place for Bike MS Team Captains, from across the country, to connect, learn from each other and share recruiting and fundraising successes.
- How Bike MS Works: This page is the perfect resource to share with someone new to Bike MS.
- I Ride With MS: Know someone with MS who might like to get involved? The I Ride With MS program offers some special perks for them, including a free jersey.
- Use the code JOINME when recruiting new team members – they'll save 15% off registration.
Bike MS partners with Primal Custom Jerseys for official prize jerseys, and recommends them to participating teams. Primal will donate 15% your custom apparel order directly back to your team’s fundraising account. Click here to learn more.
