Welcome to the Pedal Thru The Pines!
The Family Crisis Center invites you to our 14th Annual Pedal Thru The Pines for a fun-filled cycling event that directly supports the programs and service offered by the Center. This year cyclists will enjoy riding the country roads of Bastrop, Fayette and Lee Counties that are close to the parks. The routes provide a unique experience for cyclists of every level. Well stocked rest stops, friendly volunteers and a top notch veteran SAG Team add to the success of this event.
What:
- Distances of 24, 40, 70 miles (on paved roads).
- All routes have SAG support, rest stops with restrooms and refreshments.
- BP MS 150 Recommended Ride.
- Mechanical support at the start and at all rest stops.
- Ride Tips and FAQ - This can be a challenging ride for some, please read our Ride Tips and FAQ page describing the route and tips on riding and training.
Packet Pick-up:
Early Packet Pick Up
Early in Austin: Nelo's Cycles (website) at 8108 Mesa Dr Austin Texas 512-338-0505 on Thursday March 10, 2016 from 11:00 AM until 5:30 PM
For those coming to packet pickup at Nelo's you will be eligible for 15% anything in stock, excluding bikes.
Day of Ride in Bastrop: Vernon L. Richards Riverbend Park at 107 Hwy 71W, Smithville, TX 78957 starting at 6:30AM until the start of the ride at 9 AM, Saturday, March 12th, 2016.
Larry's Smokehouse BBQ available for Breakfast and Lunch
Larry's Smokehouse BBQ will be serving breakfast and lunch at the start/finish area. The following payment forms accepted: VISA, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, Bank debit/credit cards & cash.
Breakfast Items: Breakfast Tacos - assorted, Coffee, juice, donuts, and sweet rolls.
Lunch Menu: Loaded Baked Potato with Chopped Beef, Chopped Beef Sandwich, Sliced Beef Sandwich, Sausage Wraps, Chicken, Potato Salad, Cole Slaw and Beans.
T-Shirts:
Each year, the Center orders t-shirts for cyclists riding in Pedal Thru The Pines. A t-shirt will be available for cyclists who pre-register for the event. T-shirts and packets can be picked up by pre-registered cyclists the day of the event beginning at 6:30 AM. T-shirts for cyclists who register the day of the event will be distributed, based on availability, after the ride. For cyclists registering on the day of the event, it is not possible for us to guarantee a shirt, or shirt of your desired size.
We only guarantee a t-shirt to the first 800 cyclists.
SPONSORS:
Title Sponsor
HEB
Pedal Partners
City of Bastrop
Additional Thank you's to:
Bastrop County Sheriff Department
Bastrop Police Department
Smithville Police Department
Texas Parks & Wildlife-Bastrop State Park & Buescher State Park
RockSports
RE/MAX Bastrop Area
Chain Links
Greater Texas Federal Credit Union (website)
Spokes
Bastrop Back & Neck Clinic
Roadhouse
Cedar's Mediterranean Grill
Stanberry & Associates
In Kind Donors
Austin Cycling Association
Nelo's
Sun & Ski Sports
Bicycle Sport Shop
Ben E. Keith
Bluebonnet Electric