Inaugural "Pedal the Beach" Charity Bike Ride

Date

Start: Saturday, April 20, 2013 @ 9:00 AM

Additional Date Information

30, 60 Miles 9:00 am; 5, 10 Miles 9:30-10:30 am

Address

Ocean Isle Beach, NC
Town Hall, 3 West 3rd St Ocean Isle Beach, NC

Fees

5 and 10 Mile Rides ($20); 30 and 60 Mile Rides ($35)

Registration Closing Date

Thursday, April 18, 2013 @ 11:59 PM PST

Brief Description

Walk-In Registrations Friday nite from 5:30-7:30 pm and Saturday morning starting at 7:00 am!! Right at OIB Town Hall. All proceeds benefit the South Brunswick Interchurch Council Food Pantry and Emergency Aid progams. Children under 16 are free if accompanied by a paid adult. The 30 and 60 mile rides begin promptly at 9:00 am to cross the Ocean Isle Bridge. The 5 and 10 mile Family Fun Rides take place entirely on the island, and can start anytime between 9:30 - 10:30 am.

It’s a “Fun Ride”

This important fundraising event is not a race, but an opportunity for cyclists of ALL AGES AND ABILITIES to ride along with friends and family and enjoy their day! Course distances are approximate. You can turn back at any time, or continue on at your own pace. When you’re done, head back to the Post Ride Festival and grab a bite to eat. You can also visit some of our local area attractions (museum, planetarium, beach putt-putt). Our main goals are fun and safety for everyone involved.

All Proceeds Benefit Local Citizens

This event is brought to you by the South Brunswick Interchurch Council, a volunteer group of 20 local churches, reaching out in the name of Jesus Christ to help local families in need. Through our Food Pantry and other programs, we provide them with emergency food, shelter, heating fuel, rental and other assistance throughout the year. Please consider donating cans of food to help support our Food Pantry! Collection boxes will be available at the Town Hall.

Starting Times

Shotgun start for the two longer rides (30 and 60 miles) at 9:00 am to take riders over the Ocean Isle Bridge, which will be closed to allow participants to cross the bridge safely at the start of the ride. Rolling start for the two shorter rides (5 and 10 miles) anytime between 9:30-10:30 am.

Shirts

Safety-green short sleeve shirt with the event logo will be provided for each paid registration.

Children ride for free

Children under the age of 16 can participate in the Fun Ride for free, when accompanied by a paid adult. A “Decoration Station” along the route will provide kids a chance to decorate their bikes, and prizes will be awarded at the Post Ride Festival for the best decorations. Other fun stations will be set-up around the Festival site as well.

Start/Finish Line and Parking

The Start/Finish line and Post Ride Festival are located next to the Ocean Isle Beach Town Hall at 3 West 3rd St. Parking is adjacent to the Museum of Coastal Carolina at 21 East Second St, as well as public parking areas in the immediate vicinity. Vested ride volunteers will direct you to designated parking areas the day of the race. A map of all OIB public parking areas can be found at http://www.oibgov.com/userfiles/File/Beach_Access2.pdf

Route Maps

Final route maps and cue sheets will be provided in your Ride Packet. Distances are approximate, and subject to change. You can access online maps as follows: 5 miles - http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1035424; 10 miles - http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1035476; 30 miles - http://ridewithgps.com/routes/2349220 ; 60 miles - http://ridewithgps.com/routes/2349301

Rest Stops

Rest stops will be available every 15 miles for the longer bike rides with water, energy drink, snacks and bathroom facilities. Services provided by three of our SBIC Member Congregations.

Packet Pick-Up and Walk-In Registrations

Early Packet Pick-up and Walk-In Registration on Friday evening, April 19th from 5:30-7:30 pm at the Ocean Isle Beach Town Hall, 3 West Third St. Ocean Isle Beach, NC. Ride Day Check In on Saturday, April 20th, 7:00 - 10:30 am at the Town Hall.

Post Ride Festival - and then some!

Meet up with family and friends after your ride for music, fun, food and refreshments. Adjacent to the OIB Town Hall, from 10:30 am - 3:00 pm. The fun will continue at Sharkey’s Restaurant at the foot of the Ocean Isle Bridge, with live music, and discounted prices for food and drinks available to all Pedal the Beach participants on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Raffle Prizes and Drawings

Raffle tickets will be available for a brand new Beach Cruiser, with the drawing to be held the day of the event. Paid participants will also be eligible to receive several door prizes, including a free one night oceanfront stay at the beautiful Winds Resort Beach Club. The stay includes breakfast buffet, and the use of resort amenities.

Special Discounts at Sharkey’s Restaurant

Coupons for discounted meals and drinks included in your ride packets for Sharky's Restaurant at the foot of the OIB bridge. Pre-ride carb-loading dinner on Friday nite, as well as post-ride food music and drinks. http://sharkysoceanisle.com/

Oceanfront Rooms Available

The Winds Resort, 310 East First St. on Ocean Isle Beach, call 1-800-334-3581. This is a beautifully landscaped resort with an elegant bed/breakfast feel. http://www.thewinds.com/

Helmets required

Properly fitted bicycle helmets must be worn by all participants. Rental helmets will be available for a small fee.

NC Bicycle Traffic Laws:

All participants are required to obey NC Bicycle Traffic Laws. In North Carolina, the bicycle has the legal status of a vehicle. This means that bicyclists have the full rights and responsibilities on the roadway and are subject to the regulations governing the operation of a motor vehicle. NC traffic laws require bicyclists to: -Ride on the right in the same direction as other traffic; -Obey all traffic signals; -Use hand signals to communicate intended movements

No Refunds

Since this is a charity event, with all proceeds going directly to help local citizens in need, we have a No Refund policy. The event will be held, rain or shine.

Additional Information

Please bring cans of food to help support our Food Pantry!

More Information

Click here to view the event organizer's website

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