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Welcome to the ride of a lifetime, Rookie! If you’re looking for an opportunity to drive lasting, life-changing breakthroughs, you’ve come to the right place. We couldn’t be happier to have you here.

Thank YOU for Riding!

Person on a pink bike riding by themselves“Riders everywhere should give Bike MS a chance.  It was totally out of my comfort zone.  No one cares if you are a seasoned rider or a rookie.  They just love the fact they you are out there helping to make a difference; the best part is listening to the panel stories of people who are living with MS.  We are making a difference and they are the proof!”
-Sheryl, Cycle to the Shore
 

Things I Wish I Knew My First Year at Bike MS
(Tips from our Veteran Riders)

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  1. As a first time Bike MS: City to Shore participant, you might have some questions. To help ensure your Rookie Ride is the best it can be, your fellow cyclists and longtime volunteers created this welcome video with some helpful tips.
    View the Video
  2. Attend the Pre-event Logistics Meeting. This will set you up for success leading up to your ride and include an overview of event details and how to stay safe on the road, as well as an opportunity to connect with other cyclists and teams. Check out the Ride Details page for info.
  3. Bike MS is not just one event weekend! It’s a welcoming community with season-round opportunities to connect. Attend in-person events to meet AWESOME Bike MS staff and fellow riders and your ride weekend will feel like a family reunion — minus the drama! Visit the Ride Details page for upcoming pre-ride events.
  4. Fundraising doesn’t have to be overwhelming—there are so many resources like the Bike MS App and Facebook Fundraising to make our lives easy! We promise, the Fundraising Toolkit page of the website will be your new best friend.
  5. Did we mention the swag?! The more you raise, the more lives you change and the more prizes you can earn! PLUS, if you’re one of our top fundraisers this season, you can flaunt the most coveted item of all: a local Club K prize jersey! Check out the Clubs & Incentives page for the fundraising levels and prizes.
  6. Start training now. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or new to the sport, VeloPro, the official training partner of Bike MS will get you ready to tackle your ride like a champ.  VeloPro learns about you, your goals and schedule and then creates a training plan that continuously adapts to your performance.
    Plus, check out the Training & Prep page for more information, a full list of local sponsoring bike shops, mandatory bike inspection details and important group riding safety information.
    No bike? No problem, you can still participate! City to Shore sponsor Unlimited Biking has you covered. Reserve your bike rental for ride weekend today. Visit the Training & Prep page for more details.
  7. Set your sights high! The Rookie rider who fundraises the most at Bike MS: City to Shore will win the coveted Rookie of the Year award and be honored at our annual City to Shore Awards Ceremony. Congratulations to the 2024 Rookie of the Year Award Winner David Gordon from Team UPHS/PENN.
  8. Padded shorts are NOT overrated—your butt will thank you later!
  9. Make sure you check out the Ride Details page where you’ll find info like the event schedule and routes and maps. Or better yet, bookmark that page and check back often! All key event day info lives there.
  10. Take advantage of all of the awesome Ride Weekend opportunities!
  • Wear your orange ribbon included in your rider packet. Everybody has a reason for participating in Bike MS. The orange ribbon serves as a reminder of why we ride. Proudly wear this ribbon Bike MS weekend. If you are riding for someone, have them sign your ribbon.
  • Wear your Rookie Rider sticker available at your start line.  All cyclists are encouraged to ensure that our Rookie Riders feel welcome by connecting with them. This sticker will help us do that!
  • Visit the Rookie Rider area at the 75 & 100-Mile Start Saturday for any last-minute questions before departing for a ride of a lifetime.
  • Take part in the Rookie Rider Raffle Participate in the Rookie Rest Stop Raffle along the route to make YOUR mark against MS and win big! Here’s how:
    • Check in with staff at each rest stop to receive a Rookie Rider sticker on your rider number.
    • Visit the Rookie Tent at the Ocean City finish line to show your stickers and receive your raffle ticket.
    • Receive a minimum of 2 stickers to be entered to win great prizes! Prize details coming soon.

Stop by the Rookie Rider tent at the Ocean City finish to celebrate your first City to Shore, mingle with fellow cyclists, receive FREE giveaways, and enter to win exclusive rookie raffles!

See you at the finish line!

Team at the finish

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