Ride Details

SATURDAY, APRIL 6 – DAY ONE

Boca Raton Innovation Campus – Start Line
5000 T-Rex Ave Unit 160 Boca Raton, FL 33431

• 5:30 am Parking and Check-In opens
• Breakfast provided by Brooklyn Water Bagels
• 6 - 7:30 am Team Photos and Music by DJ Gio
• 6:30 am 95 Mile Route begins
• 7:30 am Remaining Routes begin

Boca Raton Innovation Campus – Finish Line Sponsored by NEST

• 10 am Team Village presented by Palaidis Law opens
• Music by DJ Gio
• Century Loop closes (Manatee Lagoon)
• 10 am - 2 pm Lunch provided by PDQ
• Kona Shaved Ice on-site
• 10 am - 6 pm Massage Tent opens
• 11 - 3 pm Live Music by Americana
• 12 pm - 7 pm Beer Garden
• VIP Tent open provided by Tito’s
• 2 pm Champion’s Finish with IRWMS
• 2 - 7 pm Food Trucks – Tacos Veracruz & That’s My Dog
• 3 - 3:30 pm Awards Recognition in Team Village 
• 3:30 - 7 pm Music by DJ Gio
• 5 pm Route Closes
• 7 pm Team Village, Beer Garden, and Bike Lock-Up Closes

Day 1 Route Mileage

• 28M
• 40M
• 63M
• 95M

NOTE: Route and Rest Stops subject to change. All cyclists on the 95M route must reach Manatee Lagoon by 10 am when the 95M route closes!

Day 2 Route Mileage

• 25M
• 40M

Pre-Ride Meet & Greet

April 5, 2024 from 5:30 - 8 pm
Rocco's Tacos and Tequila Bar (5250 Town Center Cir, Boca Raton, FL 33486)"

RSVP Here

Facebook Event & Rider Group

Stay up-to-the-minute with conversation and event details by joining our Bike MS: Breakaway to the Palm Beaches Cyclist Group or the Facebook Event. Be sure to mark yourself as "going" on the 2024 event page. We will use this page for event updates, recognition, training & fundraising tips, and more!

Bike Inspections

• February 1 – April 6
• All cyclists registered for Breakaway to the Palm Beaches are requested to receive a free bike inspection to receive mechanical support ride weekend. Click here for more details and a list of supporting bike shops.

Event Weekend Contests

• Saturday, April 6^th
• Winners will be announced at the program on Saturday! See Schedule of Events for program information.
  • Best Rest Stop
  • Best Team Tent
  • Rookie Team of the Year
  • Team Captain of the Year

Bike MS Fundraising Week is proudly sponsored by Point B, an organization who shares our commitment to creating a world free of MS. Elevate your fundraising and win some prizes along the way.

Fundraising Weeks

• Each fundraising week provides three opportunities to win, with two team winners and one individual winner. Teams and individuals that raise the most funds online during the fundraising week will win prizes to enhance their Bike MS weekend experience while raising the critical funds to end MS forever.
  • Team Divisions:
    • 2 – 14 team members
    • 15+ team member 

Fundraising Week Schedule:

• Fundraising Week #1: January 29^th – February 4^th
  • Team Prize: 10x10 Team Tent
  • Individual Prize:  Free Hotel Room for Bike MS Weekend
• Fundraising Week #2: February 26^th – March 3^rd
  • Team Prize:  Pizza Party
  • Individual Prize:  Bike Shop Gift Card

Packet Pick-Up

Though you must meet the $350 fundraising minimum to pick up your packet, aim higher to win awesome prizes and join the ranks of top fundraisers. Click here to learn more.

Packet Pick-Up FAQ

• What’s in the Rider Packet?
  Your Bike MS packet contains many important items including your bib number, bike bib number, helmet tag, wristband, event details and sponsor giveaways.
• Why the $350 Fundraising Minimum?
  The National MS Society makes a concerted effort to utilize each dollar raised to help people living with multiple sclerosis. To continue making an impact on the lives of those living with MS through our fundraising efforts, the National MS Society requires all registered participants to have met the $350 minimum fundraising requirement prior to picking up their packet.
• Who Can Pick Up a Packet?
  In order to pick up your packet, you must meet the $350 fundraising minimum. Please note: Riders under 18 will need a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. A team captain, team member, friend or family member may pick up your packet for you, as long as you've reached your fundraising minimum.
• Can I Turn in Donations at Packet Pick-Up?
  Yes, we will accept cash, checks, and credit card donations at all packet pick-ups. To ensure accurate fundraising, please write the participant's name and "2024 Bike MS: Breakaway to the Palm Beaches" in the memo line or other available field on checks/money orders.
• What Else is Available at Packet Pick-Up?
  Participant t-shirt, sponsor giveaways, route maps, weekend schedule, and staff will be present to answer questions! Top Fundraiser items will also be available like the Club K jersey for participants raising $1,000+ and Club 50 members will receive a branded item as part of the Top 50 fundraisers in 2023.

Packet Pick-Up Schedule

• Wednesday, April 3^rd from 2-6pm
  • Mack Cycle & Fitness (5995 Sunset Dr, Miami, FL 33143)
• Thursday, April 4^th from 4-7pm
  • Conte’s Bike Shop (3150 N Federal Hwy, Boca Raton, FL 33431) 

• Saturday, April 6^th – morning of Bike MS!
  • 5:30 - 7:30am
  • Boca Raton Innovation Campus (5000 T-Rex Ave Unit 160 Boca Raton, FL 33431)

Turning in Donations

Visit the Donations Guide page to learn more about turning in donations and other frequently asked questions. Download the DonorDrive mobile app to use the mobile deposit feature and upload check donations. Donation envelopes will be available at all packet pick-ups prior to Bike MS, as well as both start locations ride morning.

Lodging

Hampton Inn Boca Raton
1455 Yamato Road Boca Raton, Florida 33431 
1-561-988-0200

Book Here

Springhill Suites Boca Raton
5130 NW 8th Avenue Boca Raton, FL 33487
1-561-994-2107

Book Here

Parking map

Parking Details

There will be signage at Boca Raton Innovation Campus (BRIC) guiding all participants, volunteers, as well as friends and family to the event parking area.

VIP/Accessible Parking

VIP’s will receive a parking tag for premier parking at packet pick-up and there will be accessible parking as well.

Food

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 time with the volunteers along with support and gear (SAG) vehicles along the route to assist you.

After you cross the finish line, we will have plenty of local food information handy.

Bike Shops

The support from local bike shops is crucial; bike mechanics will be located throughout the ride along with yearly support from shops in the area.  For more Bike Shop information check out your Training and Prep page!