Ride Details

2023 Bike MS: Chesapeake Challenge Weekend Schedule

Friday, June 16th
3pm – 7pm: Packet Pickup Outside at Talbot County Community Center (Bike Racking available inside)

Saturday, June 17th
6am – 7am (until 7:30 for 35 and 70-mile riders): Site opens

• Packet Pickup
• Light breakfast
• Bike racks available
• Team Pictures

6:45am – 7am: Opening Program at the Starting Line
7am: Start time for 100-mile route
7:30am: Start times for the 35-mile and 70-mile routes
8:00am: All riders must be on the route – no exceptions!
9am – 12:30pm: Lunch provided by Giant Food at Bellevue Rest Stop
10am – 4:30pm: Finish Line Snack

• 10am – 1pm: Giant Sandwiches
• 1pm – 4:30pm: Pizza & Snacks

10:30am – 4:30pm: Massages available
10am – 5:00pm: Beer Garden is open – beer and hard seltzer options
1pm: Century route riders must reach Mile 60 by 1pm to continue riding the century route

• Those who reach Mile 60 after 1pm will be directed to 70-mile route

4:30pm: All routes close
5pm: Site and bike racking closes
5:30pm – 7:30pm: Offsite* Dinner, Band & Evening Program at the Elks Lodge, 502 Dutchmans Lane, Easton, MD

Sunday, June 18th
6:30am: Site opens

• Packet Pickup for those who did not ride Saturday
• Light breakfast
• Bike racks available
• Team Pictures

7:15am – 7:30am: Opening Program at the Starting Line
7:30am: All distances start
8:00am: All riders must be on the route – no exceptions!
10am –1pm: Giant Sandwiches served at the finish line
10am – 1pm: Massages available
1pm: All routes close
2pm: Site and bike racking closes

* New this year

Chesapeake Challenge has a variety of flat route options for every level of cyclist, ranging from 35 to 100 miles. This fully supported 1 or 2-day ride includes rest stops and mobile support, a Team Village and an evening celebration with dinner and a band.

DAY 1 Route Links:

• 35 Mile Route (Blue Arrows)
• 70 Mile Route (Orange Arrows)
• 100 Mile Route (Yellow Arrows)

DAY 2 Route Links:

• 35 Mile Route (Blue Arrows)
• 52 Mile Route (Orange Arrows)

 

Support Along the Route

• Route Markings We make every effort to ensure you won't get lost. Routes will be clearly marked with directional signs, including on straightaways, so you will know you're riding in the right direction.
• Route Closing Bike MS routes will close at the following times:
  • All Saturday routes close at 4:30 PM
  • All Sunday routes close at 1:00 PM

We will make every effort to work with you to complete the ride. All cyclists on the road after closing time must take a SAG to the finish line.

• SAG Vehicles Just can't push another pedal, or just need a ride to the next stop? We have trucks & SUVs on the route and at rest stops that can pick you and your bike up. Call the number on your wristband and look for the first SAG to come your way. Give the thumbs-down signal if you want to be picked up and you and your bike will be transported.

NOTE: The trip to the finish line is not always direct. Be patient as we pick up other cyclists in need. If you only want a ride to the next rest stop, let the driver know. Always remember to thank your driver, who is volunteering his or her time for the weekend to support you.

• Personal SAG Vehicles PROHIBITED Personal SAG vehicles are not permitted on the route. Please understand our need to cut down on vehicular traffic for YOUR SAFETY.

Bicycle tagalongs, trailers and carriers are not allowed on the route.

• Mechanical Support Please get your bike inspected before ride weekend to identify major issues. Sponsoring Bike Shops will provide minor repairs at the Start Line, on the road and at rest stops ride weekend.
  • Mechanical Problems: If you encounter a mechanical problem while riding and need assistance, move completely off the road, and call the number on your wristband for assistance.

 

Virtual Logistics Meeting

Please join us for our Bike MS: Chesapeake Challenge Virtual Logistics Meeting. We’ll review all things Chesapeake Challenge, from routes, what to pack and when we will eat! This is a great opportunity to get an idea of what to expect ride weekend. We will allow for a lot of time for Q&A, so please bring any questions you have.

Join us Wednesday, June 7 from 12:00 to 1:30 pm

Please click on the link below to join the virtual meeting:

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Chesapeake Challenge Meetup

Please join us for our Bike MS: Chesapeake Challenge Meetup and Meet & Greet. This will be an opportunity to reconnect with your Bike MS friends and the Bike MS Team. You will also have the chance to meet your new Bike MS Senior Manager, Darryl Thompson. Darryl is looking forward to meeting all of you as he steps into the lead role for this ride.

Thursday, May 4 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm

Hysteria Brewing Company

9570 Berger Road

Columbia, MD 21046

Please click Chesapeake Challenge Meetup to let us know you will be joining us!

General Packet Pick-Up Details

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. If you registered online, then you completed a waiver during the registration process.

Your team captain, a team member or family member may pick up your packet for you as long as you have raised the $300 minimum and signed your waiver online.

Packet Pickup Opportunities

• Friday, June 16th – 3pm to 7pm

Outside Talbot County Community Center* (the start/finish venue of the ride)

10028 Ocean Gateway, Easton, MD 21601

• Saturday, June 17th – 6am to 7:15am

Outside Talbot County Community Center

• Sunday, June 18th – 6:30am to 7:30am

Outside Talbot County Community Center

*Bike racking and storage available inside Talbot County Community Center.

• Holiday Inn Express Easton
  8561 Ocean Gateway
  Easton, MD 21601
  (410) 819-6500
  $189/night
  Book Here

Stay tuned for more information!

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.