What's Included
Bike MS® is more than just a ride. It’s a community of cyclists dedicated to powering breakthroughs for more than 1 million people living with multiple sclerosis in the US.
At Bike MS, we are committed to providing you with a fully-supported ride experience marked with passion, inspiration and camaraderie you will never forget. With rest stops every 8-12 miles, mechanical and medical support, ride marshals, and volunteers ready to provide assistance before, during and after the ride, Bike MS will be the ride of a lifetime.
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Pricing & Dates
- June 25-26, 2022
- The $500 fundraising minimum must be met before you pick up your Bike MS packet.
- Registration fee schedule
- $20 starting fee
- $35 on December 27, 2021
- $50 on February 21, 2022
- $60 on May 2, 2022
- $70 on June 13, 2022
- Online registration closes on June 23, 2022 at noon.
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Ride Info & Requirements
Important Information: Proof of Vaccination Requirement
Important Update 6/24/22: All Bike MS participants, volunteers, spectators and supports visiting Massachusetts Maritime Academy’s property must be prepared to show proof of vaccination in one of follow accepted forms:
- Original COVID-19 vaccination card (electronic or photo copies are not accepted.)
- Electronic vaccination record from an official state Immunization Information System (IIS). For those attending from Massachusetts the website is myvaxrecords.mass.gov.
Massachusetts Maritime Academy, the overnight and day one finish line venue for Bike MS: Cape Cod Getaway, requires proof of COVID-19 vaccination for any visitors. That means all Bike MS participants, volunteers and supporters who will be on Massachusetts Maritime Academy’s property must be prepared to show proof of vaccination. Full vaccination is defined as 14 days after the second dose of Pfizer or Moderna or the single dose of J&J. More information will be shared in the coming months about the process for verifying proof of vaccination and what forms of proof will be accepted. Please note that based on the venue’s policy, proof of a negative COVID-19 test will not be accepted in lieu of proof of vaccination. We appreciate your support and flexibility.
- The minimum age to ride is 12. See the Youth Riders section below for additional requirements for cyclists under the age of 18.
- The fundraising minimum is $500
- Walk-up registrations are gladly accepted. However, we recommend registering early so you can fundraise and make an even greater impact.
- We ride rain or shine. In the event of lightning or other dangerous weather-related conditions, please check the event website and email updates.
- Helmets are required at all times. No exceptions.
- Support and Gear (SAG) vehicles are available to transport any cyclists in need so personal vehicles are prohibited on the route and at rest stops.
- Pets are not allowed at the ride. However, service animals are welcome.
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Youth Riders
Families are such a big part of Bike MS and we love seeing them out on the road! To make sure our youngest participants remain safe, here are some special requirements for cyclists under the age of 18:
- All riders must be at least 12 years of age on or before event day – NO EXCEPTIONS.
- All youth riders (ages 12-17) must review the Safety in Group Cycling brochure with a parent or guardian before setting out.
- Youth riders must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult (at least 21 years of age) at all times.
- One parent/adult may be responsible for no more than three youth riders.
- All the above requirements apply for children on a tandem bicycle.
- No trailers, tagalongs or child carriers are allowed on the route.
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Packet Pick-Up
Important Information: Proof of Vaccination Requirement
Important Update 6/24/22: All Bike MS participants, volunteers, spectators and supports visiting Massachusetts Maritime Academy’s property must be prepared to show proof of vaccination in one of follow accepted forms:
- Original COVID-19 vaccination card (electronic or photo copies are not accepted.)
- Electronic vaccination record from an official state Immunization Information System (IIS). For those attending from Massachusetts the website is myvaxrecords.mass.gov.
Massachusetts Maritime Academy, the overnight and day one finish line venue for Bike MS: Cape Cod Getaway, requires proof of COVID-19 vaccination for any visitors. That means all Bike MS participants, volunteers and supporters who will be on Massachusetts Maritime Academy’s property must be prepared to show proof of vaccination. Full vaccination is defined as 14 days after the second dose of Pfizer or Moderna or the single dose of J&J. More information will be shared in the coming months about the process for verifying proof of vaccination and what forms of proof will be accepted. Please note that based on the venue’s policy, proof of a negative COVID-19 test will not be accepted in lieu of proof of vaccination. We appreciate your support and flexibility.
Your Bike MS packet contains important items including your rider bib, event details and sponsor giveaways. In order to pick up your packet, you must meet the $500 fundraising minimum and have a completed waiver on file.
In an effort to minimalize gathering at the start line on Saturday, June 25, please attend a packet pick up prior to ride weekend:
Wednesday, June 8
4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Jack's Abby
100 Clinton St
Framingham, MA 01702
Thursday, June 23
11 a.m. - 2 p.m. and
4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
National MS Society
101A First Avenue, Suite 6
Waltham, MA 02451
As a 2022 Cape Cod Getaway Top 100 Club perk, rider packets will be mailed to all Top 100 Club members exceeding the required $500 by May 31, 2022. To receive your rider number in the mail, you must be a 2022 CCG Top 100 Club member and we must have received your required waiver/safety pledge and minimum $500 donation by May 31st. See Ride Info & Requirements section for ride requirements.
What’s Included In Your Packet:Review the Rider Number Instructions for more details.
- 2022 Top 100 Club Members stay tuned for your special gold 2022 Top 100 Club bib that corresponds with your ranking. Plus, your VIP parking pass and invite for an upgraded meal at the finish line.
Visit the Top Fundraisers page for more details and perks.
Questions? Contact Us for More Information:
FundraisingSupport@nmss.org
855-372-1331