Posts Tagged ‘ Organized Rides ’

MS 150 Recap

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September 25, 2011

The Oklahoman has a nice story about last weekend’s MS 150: In April, walking across a room was challenging for Robin Tilly, who was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2009. During the weekend, Tilly, 54, joined 567 cyclists in the 26th annual Bike MS: The Mother Road Ride — a trip along Route 66...
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Spin Your Wheels Recap Video

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August 21, 2011

Spin Your Wheels has put together a nice video recapping last weekend’s great ride: Congrats to Amy Petty for again being an excellent ride spokesperson!
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NewsOK Features Spin Your Wheels 2011

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August 10, 2011

NewsOK has put together a really nice video story about this Saturday’s Spin Your Wheels ride which raises money for The Children’s Center.  The piece features my personal friend and great riding companion Amy Petty, who should probably be their permanent PR person for the ride: I will be out there this year attempting...
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Freewheel 2011 Route Announced

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January 21, 2011

View Larger Map The route for the 32nd Oklahoma Freewheel has been announced and will go through the East Central part of the state this year, which will mean some longer legs but probably a few less hills than last year.  The itinerary is as follows: Day 0, 6/11 – 40 Miles, Durant to...
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Bicycle Ride to Commemorate Trail of Tears

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December 30, 2010
Bicycle Ride to Commemorate Trail of Tears

In remembrance of the Trail of Tears, the Cherokee Nation is organizing a 1,000 mile bike ride retracing the route of the original removal of the Cherokee people from Georgia to Tahlequah, Oklahoma, the current capital of the Cherokee Nation: During the 2011 Remember the Removal Project, a challenging 1,000 mile bike ride, a...
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The Ride for Refuge on October 16th

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October 6, 2010
The Ride for Refuge on October 16th

On October 16th, a version of The Ride for Refuge will be held in Oklahoma City.  There will be 5, 15, 30 and 45 mile routes.  This is a fundraising ride which raises funds for displaced, vulnerable and exploited persons around the country and the world.  The ride will kick of at 8:00 AM...
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Time to Race a Train

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October 5, 2010
Time to Race a Train

Next weekend is the inaugural incarnation of the Race the Rail ride in Watonga, Oklahoma.   This 32.5 mile ride will pit your speed against the AT&L Railroad.  The registration fee is $35 dollars and all participants will receive food and drinks at rest stops, a commemorative cow bell and free admission to the Watonga Cheese Festival which...
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Ponotoc Pumpkin Pursuit

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September 21, 2010
Ponotoc Pumpkin Pursuit

This is another ride about which I don’t have any personal knowledge. However, the Ponotoc Pumpkin Pursuit is happening on October 16th in Ada, Oklahoma.  The ride is organized by the Ada Cycling Club.  Proceeds from the ride go to the Valley View Regional Hospital.  There are 10, 28, 45, 62 mile routes and...
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2010 Bison Bicycle Classic on September 25th

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August 12, 2010

The 2010 Bison Bicycle Classic will be held September 25th, 2010 at 9:00 AM at the OBU Wellness Center.  There will be 25 and 50 mile rides plus two kids rides.  Registration is $25 for adults and $10 for children.  I don’t know much about the ride except that it is sponsored by OBU...
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OBS Streak on September 12th

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August 12, 2010

It’s that time again, OBS Streak time.  It’s been a long time since I’ve ridden this one, but it remains one of the staples of the OKC cycling community.  This year the ride will be held on September 12th at 7:30 AM at Mitch Park in Edmond.  There will be 25 mile, 40 mile...
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