Ride Details

You’ve trained hard. You’ve fundraised vigorously. Now it’s time to ride toward a world free of MS and celebrate your amazing accomplishments!

Friday, September 13 — Overlook Plaza at Wild Leap Brew Co.

• 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Volunteer check-in – Volunteer Tent
• 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Packet pick-up
• On-site rider registration
• 3 p.m.  – 9 p.m. Team Village open for tent set up
• 4 p.m. – 9 p.m. Bike mechanics available
• Bike lock-up open – AMC parking lot

Saturday, September 14 — Overlook Plaza at Wild Leap Brew Co.

• 5:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. Volunteer check-in, volunteer tent
• 6 a.m. Bike lock-up open – AMC parking lot
• 6:30 – 7:45 a.m. Packet pick-up
• On-site rider registration
• Breakfast
• Team photos – front of Wild Leap Brew Co.
• 7:45 a.m. Opening ceremonies – Start/Finish Line
• 8 a.m.  RIDE START
• 10 a.m. Team Village opens
• 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Lunch available
• 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Live music by Whiskey Moon
• 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.   Dinner by B’s Meat Market
• 4 p.m. Dr. Mitzi Joi Williams Speech   
• 5 p.m. Awards recognition
• Team jersey contest
•  ROUTES CLOSED 
• 6 p.m. – 7 p.m.  Wine Tasting – Nutwood Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar
• 7 p.m. Bike lock-up closes
•  Team Village closes

Sunday, September 15 — Overlook Plaza at Wild Leap Brew Co.

• 5:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Volunteer check-in
• 6 a.m. Bike lock-up open – AMC parking lot
• 6:30 p.m. – 7:45 a.m. Breakfast
• 7 a.m. Bike mechanics available – AMC parking lot
• 8 a.m. Ride starts
• 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Finish-line celebration
• Lunch
• 3 p.m. Routes close
• Bike lock-up closes

With a variety of route options, you can choose the challenge that’s right for you. Routes will be finalized in the weeks leading up to the event.

• View the 2024 route maps

Logistics Meeting

Join us for our pre-ride logistics meeting on September 3rd at 7:00 pm. In this hour-long virtual Q&A, we will cover safety, routes, and answer all your questions relating to Bike MS: Georgia Peach Ride 2024. First-time riders are encouraged to attend!

Join the meeting

Bike MS: Kickoff Party

Join us for our Bike MS: Kickoff Party on Thursday, February 1st for drinks and appetizers as we celebrate the launch of our website for Bike MS: Georgia Peach Ride 2024. Registration will be open, so bring a friend!

When: February 1st, 2024 (6:30 pm - 9:30 pm)

Where: Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar - Dunwoody (4532 Ashford Dunwoody Rd, Dunwoody, GA 30346)

RSVP here!

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. Teams and individuals that raise the most funds online during a fundraising week will win prizes to enhance their Bike MS weekend experience while raising the critical funds to end MS forever!

*Dates updated as of 6/20/2024

Fundraising Week #1: July 8th - July 14th

Team Divisions:

• 2 – 14 team members
• 15+ team members

Prizes:

• Team: 10x10 tent credit
• Individual: FREE hotel room at the SOLD OUT Courtyard in downtown LaGrange.

Fundraising Week #2: August 5th - August 11th

Team Divisions:

• 2 – 14 team members
• 15+ team members

Prizes:

• Team: 10x10 tent credit
• Individual: 4 tickets to the Chop House at Truist Park!
  • Enjoy a baseball game from the comfort of the Chop House, located directly above right field
  • Tickets include $10 food/beverage credit. Can be redeemed for food/beverages anywhere in the park.
  • Choose from the following dates: August 25th, September 6th, or September 25th
  • Learn more here

General packet pick-up details

• Your Bike MS packet contains important items including your rider bib, luggage tags, and additional materials for the ride. To pick up your packet, you must meet the $300 fundraising minimum and have a completed waiver on file.
• If you registered online, you've already completed a waiver during the registration process. Please note: Riders under 18 will need a waiver signed by a parent or guardian.
• Packets may be picked up on behalf of other participants as long as you have their permission, and they meet the fundraising and waiver requirements.
• Packets must be picked up before you start the event. Packet pick-up is available at the following times and locations:
  1. September 7th, 2024 - Big Peach Ride + Run in Brookhaven from 1 pm - 4 pm (CANCELLED)
  2. September 13th, 2024 - Overlook Plaza in LaGrange from 3 pm - 7 pm

What’s In Your Packet

• Wristband
  • Containing your rider number, this must be worn all weekend
• Bike Tag
  • A sticker with your rider number. Attach it to your bike before dropping it off or starting to ride. Your matching wristband number will be used to claim it from the Bike Corral during the event.
• Rider Bib
  • Must be worn at all times while riding. This bib is pivotal for our safety team to quickly identify cyclists on the route. You must wear the correct bib.
  • Participants under age 18 will have red bibs.
  • Top 50 Club members from the prior year will have custom gold bibs.
  • Safety pins for attaching the bib will be in your packet, with extras also available at the info booth.
• Luggage Tags (x2)
  • Another item with your rider number! Each participant has two luggage tags to attach to items you bring with you. Make sure to put them on your luggage before loading it up.
  • Each luggage item should weigh under 35 lbs. If you have smaller items bundled together (such as camping gear), ensure they are securely bound and will not come apart during transport.
• Special Goodies
  • Top 50 Club members or Passport Cyclists will receive a blue VIP wristband in their packet.
  • Riders outside the Top 50 Club who have raised $1,000+ by 9 am on September 13 will have a gold wristband in their packet.
  • All riders who have raised $1,000+ by 9 am on September 13 will have a Jersey Redemption Ticket in their packet, allowing them to receive the exclusive 2024 prize jersey (photo coming soon)  (Reached that level later? Just let the check-in staff know!)
  • Are you a team captain? Ride with MS? Top Fundraiser? Rookie Rider? Look out for special stickers in your packet!

Hotels

Courtyard by Marriott LaGrange
25 W Lafayette Sq., LaGrange, GA 30240
706-668-5600
.3 miles from the Start/Finish Line.
Not pet friendly.
Rate: SOLD OUT

LaQuinta Inn & Suites
111 Hoffman Dr, LaGrange, GA 30241
​706-812-8000
4.9 miles from Start/Finish Line.
Pet friendly.
Breakfast Included.
Rate: $109 + tax/night
Group Name: National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Click here to book online.

Hampton Inn LaGrange
100 Willis Cir, LaGrange, GA 30240
706-845-1115
2.9 miles from Start/Finish Line.
Pet friendly.
Breakfast included.
Rate: $129 + tax/night.
Click here to book online.

Wingate by Wyndham LaGrange
103 Wingate Terrace, LaGrange, GA 30241
706-521-6820
4.4 miles from Start/Finish Line
Not pet friendly.
Breakfast included.
Rate: $109 + tax/night.
Group name: National MS Society Group
Click here to book online.
 

Camping

3 Creek Campground

305 Old Roanoke Rd, LaGrange, GA 30240
706-845-7655
6.2 miles from Start/Finish Line.
Pet friendly.
Showers available with electricity and running water on-site.
Rate: $28 + tax/night for tent camping. $36 + tax/night for RV camping.
Click here to book online.

View map below for parking near Start/Finish line.

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.

Saturday's dinner catering will be farm-to-table, featuring locally sourced meats prepared by B's Meat Market!

Dinner will be available to all participants starting at 4:00 pm on Saturday, September 14th. View the menu here.

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!