Date & Location
Saturday, September 24 - 25, 2022
Starting line:
Heritage Park, Harvey Kern Pavilion
601 Weiss St.
Frankenmuth, MI 48734
Routes
Routes from 30, 50, 75, 100 miles.
Requirements
Fundraising Minimum: $250
Age Minimum: 12
Schedule
7:30am start time
Friday, September 23rd
4:30pm-6:30pm - Check in/ packet pick up will be inside the Harvey Kern Pavilion.
Saturday, September 24th: Bavarian Breakaway 2022 Day 1!
6:30-8:00am – Breakfast
7am - Check in and registration opens inside the Harvey Kern Pavilion.
7:20am – Opening Ceremonies
7:30am - Route opens and we ask that you start no later than 8am.
- For safety reasons, any rider starting after 8am will be taken to the first rest stop on the route to catch up with all the other cyclists.
10am-1pm – Lunch available on route and at finish line
10am- 5pm – Pick up your t-shirt and jersey (if you raised $1,000+) inside the pavilion after you ride.
12pm - Opening to century route closes.
- If you wish to do the century route you must be to the opening by 12pm.
5pm - Route closes. We will make every effort to work with you to complete the ride.
6pm - Dinner at Harvey Kern Pavilion.
- If you have any friends and family members that are not participating or volunteering but would like to attend, tickets are available for $10 and may be purchased at the dinner.
6:30pm - The Gear Up Celebration will begin. The program will be a short, fun, and informative with special recognition given to Team Captains, Veteran Riders, Top Fundraisers and Volunteers. It is something you will not want to miss.
Sunday, September 25th: Bavarian Breakaway 2022 Day 2!
6:30-8:00am – Breakfast
7am - Check in and registration opens inside the Harvey Kern Pavilion.
- If you checked in on Friday night or Saturday morning you do not have to check in on Sunday.
7:30am - Route opens and we ask that you start no later than 8am.
- For safety reasons, any rider starting after 8am will be taken to the first rest stop on the route to catch up with all the other cyclists.
10am - Opening to century route closes
- If you wish to do the century route you must be to the opening by 10am.
10am-1pm – Lunch available on route
5pm - Route closes. We will make every effort to work with you to complete the ride.
When you complete your ride there will be lunch provided at the finish line by Frankenmuth Brewery.
With a variety of route options, you can choose the challenge that’s right for you.
Bike MS: Bavarian Breakaway 2022 will feature route options of 30, 50, 75, and 100 miles each day. All routes will start and finish at the Harvey Kern Pavilion in Heritage Park. This ride is fully supported with rest stops every 10-15 miles, SAG support and bike mechanics available for repair assistance.
In the meantime, you can view the 2021 routes below:
Day 1 - Saturday, September 24th
Day 2 – Sunday, September 25th
*Routes are subject to change
Fundraising Weeks
Fundraising Weeks run Monday through Sunday at midnight. Each fundraising week will have winners in the following categories*:
- Team with 4-14 members
- Team with 15+ members
- Individual rider (team member or non-team member)
*based on the highest amount of online fundraising (total dollars raised) this week
As a reward for your amazing fundraising, we will award the following prizes for Fundraising Weeks:
Week 1: July 18-24
- Top Fundraising 15+ Team – Upgraded Team Tent
- Top Fundraising 14 or Less Team - Upgraded Team Tent
- Top Fundraising Individual - Bike MS Prize Pack
Week 2: August 15-21
- Top Fundraising 15+ Team – Upgraded Team Tent
- Top Fundraising 14 or Less Team – Upgraded Team Tent
- Top Fundraising Individual - Bike MS Prize Pack
Virtual Team Captain Meetings
Join us at our two Team Captain meetings. We'll discuss ride details, share fundraising ideas, answer questions, and connect with each other.
- Thursday, July 28th 5:30-6:30pm
- Thursday, August 25th 5:30-6:30pm
Rookie Rider Meeting
Calling all first year Bike MS participants! Join us for a Rookie Rider meeting on August 2nd! Learn the ins and outs of Bike MS, what you need to know to be prepared for ride weekend and connect with other cyclists.
When: Tuesday, August 2nd 5:30-6:30pm
Where: Virtually! Join on your computer or mobile app.
Safety Meeting
Being prepared is critical to having a safe, fun experience at Bike MS. Join us on September 14th for a call covering safety and event-day experience at Bike MS: Bavarian Breakaway and take the chance to ask any questions you might have.
When: Wednesday, September 14th 5:30-6pm
Where: Virtually! Join us on your computer or mobile app
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.
After the ride, we will have plenty of food at the finish line.
If you have any dietary restrictions please contact Jeanne Langley at Jean.Langley@nmss.org
Bavarian Inn Lodge
One Covered Bridge Lane, Frankenmuth, MI 48734
Call 989-652-7200 to book. Give code 13H3NV to let them know you are with Bike MS.
Room Rates
- Standard Double Rooms - $174 plus tax per night
- Premium Queens and Kings - $184 plus tax per night
- Suites - $250 plus tax per night for up to four people per room
Must book by August 31, 2022
Frankenmuth Motel
1218 Weiss St., Frankenmuth, MI 48734
Call 989-652-6171 to book. Ask for Jennifer and tell her you are with the National MS Society
Room Rates
- 1 Queen Bed - $115.99 plus tax per night
- 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Be - $135.99 plus tax per night
- 2 Queen Beds - $135.99 plus tax per night
Tent Camping
Tent camping is available on-site. You do not need to reserve a spot. You will have access to restrooms overnight and power access is first come first serve.
