Date & Location
June 10-11, 2023
Starting line:
Proctor High School
Finish Line: Century College
See Event Schedule and Routes & Maps tabs for further details.
Time(s)
6:30-8:00 a.m. Route Start open.
For other schedule details, please see the 'Event Schedule' tab below.
Routes
150 miles (75 per day)
See details on the Routes & Maps tab below.
Requirements
Fundraising Minimum: $300
Age Minimum: 12
Details are subject to change
Friday, June 9
Century College, White Bear Lake
Riders starting from the Twin Cities check-in at Century College, drop their bikes off at the transport trucks, and catch coach buses to Proctor
Check-In, 1-6 p.m.
- Participants who have not yet picked up their packets can do so at Century College; on-site registration is available.
- $1,000+ fundraisers can pick up their 2023 Ride Jersey and other goodies!
- Transportation from the Twin Cities to the Proctor start line will not be offered outside of this period.
- See parking and transportation section below for more details.
Proctor High School
- 3-10 p.m. – Buses arrive from Century College, Information Table open
- 3-11 p.m. – Shuttles loop to supported hotels in Duluth and Proctor
Saturday, June 10
Cyclists will ride the beautiful Willard Munger trail from Proctor to Hinckley, with a first-day finish line at Grand Casino Hinckley. Once you arrive in Hinckley, enjoy an incredible atmosphere of celebration with food, music, team tents, and more!
Proctor High School
Riders starting from the Duluth area can pick up their packets. All riders drop off their luggage (with Bike MS tags attached) and get on the trail.
- 5:30-7:30 a.m. – Shuttles loop to supported hotels in Duluth and Proctor
- 5:30-7:30 a.m. – Check-in Open
- 5:45-7:45 a.m. – Breakfast from Chris Cakes (free for participants)
- 6:30-8:00 a.m. – Route Start Open
Grand Casino Hinckley
- 11:30 a.m. – 8 p.m. – Shower trucks available
- 11:30 a.m. – 10 p.m. – Shuttles loop to Hinckley High School & Hinckley Hotels
- 1-4 p.m. – VIP Tent Open
- 4-8 p.m. – Live Band: American Bootleg
- 4:30-6:30 p.m. – Dinner served in food tent
- 5 p.m. Route closed
- 7 p.m. Shuttles depart for Century College for riders doing the one-day option
Sunday, June 11
Riders will cycle from Hinckley back to White Bear Lake, enjoying a festive finish line with cheering and a commemorative finisher’s medal.
Grand Casino Hinckley
- 5:30-7:30 a.m. – Shuttles loop to Hinckley High School and Hinckley Hotels
- 5:30-7:30 a.m. – Shower Trucks available
- 5:45-7:45 a.m. – Breakfast from Chris Cakes (free for participants)
- 6:30-8:00 a.m. – Route Start Open
- 8:15 a.m. Shuttles depart for Century College for riders doing the one-day option
Century College
- 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. – Live DJ from Crystal Entertainment
- 10 a.m.-5:00 p.m. – Finish Line Meal served (free for riders and volunteers)
- 10 a.m.-5:00 p.m. – Vintage Jersey Sales, 2022 T-shirt and Jersey Pick-up
- 2:30 p.m. – first shuttle leaves from Century College back to Proctor High School
- 4:30 p.m. – second and final shuttle leaves back to Proctor High School
- 5 p.m. Route closed
Participants must wear their Bike MS Rider Bib, wristband, and a secured helmet at all times while cycling.
The 2022 route map can be viewed on RideWithGPS here. Map is subject to change for 2023.
- The MS 150 is a two day event covering 150 miles, approximately 75 miles each day. Riders who wish to ride Saturday only may do so and catch a shuttle from Grand Casino Hinckley to Century College Saturday evening or Sunday morning.
- No loop routes or other official route options are available.
Rest Stops
Each day of riding features five fully-stocked rest stops, with water, snacks, restrooms, bike mechanics, and other support. Specific times and details may change as the event draws closer.
Saturday
- Carlton
Open approximately 7-10 a.m. - Mahtowa
Open approximately 7:30-11:30 a.m. - Moose Lake
Open approximately 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
$1,000+ fundraisers: Be sure to stop here for some special treats! - Willow River (Lunch Stop)
Open approximately 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. - Finlayson
Open approximately 9 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.
Sunday
- Pine City
Open approximately 7-10 a.m. - Rush City
Open approximately 7:30-11:15 a.m.. - North Branch (Lunch Stop)
Open approximately 8:15 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. - Wyoming
Open approximately 8:45 a.m. – 2:15 p.m.
$1,000+ fundraisers: Be sure to stop here for some special treats! - Hugo
Open approximately 9:30 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Kick-Offs, Lunch and Learn, and Other Events
If you're hosting a team-kick off or celebration, or would like to host a lunch and learn for your company, let us know! The Bike MS team would love to be present and help support your events where possible. Think you're interested, but not sure what it would involve? Reach out anyway - we're happy to help get you all set to go. Email any Bike MS staff member or contact us here for more information.
Bike Nights & Get-Togethers
Keep an eye on this space for details about future virtual and in-person events.
Bike MS Celebration & Kick-Off
Thank you to all who joined us on November 3rd to celebrate 2022 successes and kick-off 2023 events!
Fundraising Weeks
Kick your fundraising up a notch at the right time, and you could win special perks or prizes! Fundraising Weeks run Monday through Sunday at midnight.
Fundraising Week 1: April 3-9, 2023
Both teams and individual participants can earn special prizes this week!
The Top Fundraising Teams in two categories (2-14 members, and 15+) will each win a Team Tent experience at Hinckley for Saturday, June 10.
The Top Individual Fundraiser will win a special prize package, including a $100 Scheel’s Gift Card!
Fundraising Week 2: May 1-7, 2023
Both teams and individual participants can earn special prizes this week!
The Top Fundraising Teams in two categories (2-14 members, and 15+) will each win a personal team packet pick-up before the event.
The Top Individual Fundraiser will win a FREE 2-Queen Non-Smoking hotel room at Grand Casino Hinckley for Saturday, June 11.
Know your rider number – rosters will be posted here starting May 23, 2023.
- 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 $300 fundraising minimum and have a completed waiver on file.
- All minors must have a paper waiver on file, signed by their parent or legal guardian
- Packets may be picked up on behalf of other participants as long as you have their permission and they meet the fundraising and waiver requirements
- Packets must be picked up before you start the event. Packet pick-up is available at the following times and locations:
Pre-Event Packet Pickup
A pre-event packet pickup will be held around the week of May 29 in Minneapolis. Further details will be posted here as they are confirmed.
Century College
- Friday, June 9
1-6 p.m.
Participants taking the shuttle from Century College on Friday can pick up their packet on-site. Please note that you must attach your rider number to your luggage and bike before loading them onto transportation.
Proctor High School
- Saturday, June 10
5:30-7:30 a.m.
Participants based in the Duluth area can pick up their packets on-site at the Proctor start line before beginning the ride.
Parking
Century College, White Bear Lake
- All participants can park at Century College for the weekend, but must do so ONLY in approved lots, as directed by parking team, and must arrive between noon and 6 p.m. on June 9.
- Parking is free for Top 150 Club members, Riders with MS, participants who raise $1,000+ by May 22, and carpools. All other cars must pay $20 (cash or check only).
- Drop-offs are permitted, but must follow parking team instructions.
- Transportation from the Twin Cities to the Proctor start line will not be offered outside of this period.
- Free parking is available in open lots on Sunday for family and friends.
- All vehicles on Friday must enter through Century College East Campus.
Proctor High School
- Participants starting from the Duluth area may park for free in designated areas of Proctor High School lots.
Grand Casino Hinckley
- Vehicles coming to Grand Casino Hinckley grounds must follow certain restrictions. Further details will be added closer to the event.
Transportation
Twin Cities
Buses from White Bear Lake to Proctor will leave continuously from 1-6 p.m. on Friday, June 9.
Century College
3300 Century Avenue, White Bear Lake, MN 55110
- No transportation from the Twin Cities will be provided outside of this period on Friday.
- All vehicles on Friday must enter through Century College East Campus.
- Luggage will be transported on buses alongside riders; each rider receives two luggage tags. Each may be used on an item up to 35 pounds.
- Bikes will be transported in semi-trucks up to Proctor, and locked in a secured bike corral overnight. Riders must attach their bike tag with rider number before bringing the bike for loading.
Duluth
Proctor High School
131 N 9th Ave, Proctor, MN 55810
- Shuttle buses run Friday, June 9, (3-11 p.m.) and Saturday, June 10, (5:30 - 7:30 a.m.) from Proctor High School to supported hotels and downtown. See Lodging Section for supported hotels.
- Shuttles will be provided at 2:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 11 to take Duluth-based participants from Century College back to Proctor High School.
- Luggage will be transported from Proctor down to Hinckley on Saturday. Semi-trucks will be available for luggage drop-off from 6-8 a.m. on Saturday at Proctor High School. Luggage must have an official Bike MS rider tag and weigh no more than 35 pounds.
Hinckley
- Riders who choose the one-day route option can catch a shuttle from Grand Casino Hinckley to Century College at 7 p.m. Saturday or 8:15 a.m. Sunday.
- No transportation is provided from Hinckley to Duluth/Proctor
- Shuttle buses run Saturday, June 10, (11:30 a.m. – 9 p.m.) and Sunday, June 11, (5:30 - 7:30 a.m.) from the Grand Casino overnight to supported hotels. See Lodging Section for supported hotels.
- Luggage will be transported from Hinckley to Century College on Sunday. Semi-trucks will be available for luggage drop-off from 6-8 a.m. on Sunday at Grand Casino Hinckley. Luggage must have an official Bike MS rider tag and weigh no more than 35 pounds.
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. Details subject to change
Food & Drink
Friday
- Century College: Food available for purchase
- Proctor High School: Spaghetti Dinner from 5-10 p.m., $15 cash only
Saturday
- Proctor High School: Breakfast from Chris Cakes available from 5:45-7:45 a.m., free for registered participants.
- Rest Stops: Each Rest Stop will have snacks and drinks available.
- Willow River Lunch Stop: Two lunch options, in addition to typical rest stop fare.
- Grand Casino Hinckley:
- Special snacks and drinks will be available in the VIP tent from 1-4 p.m. for those who qualify.
- Dinner provided at the Food Tent from 4:30-6:30 p.m., free for registered participants and volunteers
Sunday
- Grand Casino Hinckley: Breakfast from Chris Cakes available from 5:45-7:45 a.m., free for registered participants.
- Rest Stops: Each Rest Stop will have snacks and drinks available.
- North Branch Lunch Stop: Two lunch options, in addition to typical rest stop fare.
- Century College: Finish line lunch – free for participants and volunteers, and available for purchase by Friends & Family (cash only).
No alcohol is permitted anywhere on Bike MS: MS 150 - including the school grounds of Century College, Proctor High School, and Hinckley High School - except at Grand Casino Hinckley.
Dietary Restrictions
Dietary-restricted items are available at rest stops upon request for participants who need them. For those with significant or unique dietary restrictions, we advise bringing additional food items as back-up.
Route Support
Each day includes fully-stocked rest stops every 8 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.
Participants must wear their Bike MS Rider Bib, wristband, and a secured helmet at all times while cycling.
Safety Team
- Support and Gear (SAG) Vehicles give a lift to riders in need and can be identified by signs that state ‘MS Support Vehicle’.
- Ride Marshals will be traveling among riders to ensure that all rules of the road are being obeyed and that cyclists are riding in a safe manner.
- Radio communication & medics are available at all rest stops and will be roaming the route.
- Want to get involved? Contact Kayle Latterell for more information.
E-Bikes & Specialty Bikes
- Recumbent and tandem bikes are allowed; tandem bikes must have separate registrations for each rider.
- Electric-assist or pedal-assist bicycles are allowed as long as they meet the requirements under Minnesota Statue 169.011, Subdivision 27
Bike Shop Partners
Partner bike shops provide mechanics, support, and minor repairs along the route. Learn more and connect with our local Bike Shop Partners here.
Friday, June 9 - Proctor/Duluth, MN
Camping
- Riders may bring their own tents and camp for free at Proctor High School.
- Indoor camping is available in the high school gymnasium.
- All spots are first-come, first-serve; reservations for specific areas are not available.
- There is plenty of room for all who want to camp.
RV Parking
- Limited RV parking is available in the Proctor High school parking lot, but hookups are not provided.
Hotels
Shuttle buses run Friday, June 9, (until 11 p.m.) and Saturday, June 10, (5:30 - 7:30 a.m.) to supported hotels only.
Supported hotels are currently being confirmed, and will be added to this section.
Saturday, June 10 - Hinckley, MN
Camping
- Riders may bring their own tents and camp for free at the finish line on Grand Casino Hinckley grounds.
- Indoor camping is available at the Hinckley High School gymnasium. Shuttle buses run Saturday, June 10, (11:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.) and Sunday, June 11, (5:30 - 7:30 a.m.).
- All spots are first-come, first-serve; reservations for specific areas are not available.
- There is plenty of room for all who want to camp.
RV Parking
- Limited RV parking is available in the parking lot, but hookups are not provided.
- RV hookups are available at the Grand Casino RV Resort; reservations must be made directly through Grand Casino.
- To make RV hookup reservations, please contact Josiah Staples at jstaples@grcasinos.com or 320-384-4889
Hotels
Shuttle buses run Saturday, June 10, (11:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.) and Sunday, June 11, (5:30 - 7:30 a.m.) to the below hotels only.
- Days Inn, 320-384-7751 or 800-559-8951
- America’s Best Value Inn, 320-384-6112
Grand Casino Hinckley
Rooms at the Grand Casino Hinckley resort (Grand Casino Hinckley Hotel, Grand Hinckley Inn, and Grand Casino RV Resort and Chalets) are coordinated through the National MS Society. There are far more participants than rooms, so please be aware that availability is very limited. Room distribution begins in February, and goes through early May. After that, rooms are no longer available for booking through the MS Society block or group rate.
The following are prioritized for rooms at Grand Casino:
- 'I Ride With MS' - riders who live with MS and are part of this program are guaranteed a non-smoking room at a Grand Casino Property, provided they register and respond to outreach by mid-February. Participants who respond after that date will be prioritized for open rooms, but should be aware there is always the chance none will be available.
- Mission Stars - Riders who raised $10,000 or more the prior year are guaranteed a free non-smoking room at the Grand Casino resort.
- Top 150 Club - Riders who earned spots in the Top 150 Club based on their fundraising the prior year are guaranteed a room at the Grand Casino resort, with priority for non-smoking.
All other riders may request to be put on the waitlist for rooms. To be added to the list, or if you have any questions, please contact Alissa Groff at alissa.groff@nmss.org.
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
- Guaranteed non-smoking room at Grand Casino resort for Saturday Night for riders registered by February 1st, and priority for any non-smoking openings after that.
- and more!
Click here to learn more.
If you want to connect with our local team, please reach out to Jennifer Anderson.
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.
Team Jerseys
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.
Team Tents
For many teams, one of the most exciting aspects of the MS 150 each year is Team Village at the Hinckley overnight on Saturday. Teams both large and small gather for food, fun, and a sense of togetherness.
All team tents must be arranged through the MS Society and our approved tent partner; no outside tents are permitted. Teams that raised $25,000 or more the prior year are eligible for a complementary team tent. All other teams are welcome to rent tents, tables, and chairs directly through the MS Society and our approved vendor in Spring 2023. For more information, contact us.
Ride photos will be posted on our Bike MS Flickr page 2-3 weeks after the ride. We will share the link here when photos are ready!
In the meantime, check out event photos from 2022 here.
