Date & Location
May 10, 2025
Starting line:
Deal Casino Beach Club
125 Ocean Ave N
Deal, New Jersey 07723
Time(s)
7 AM start time
Routes
Routes from 25, 50, 75, 100 miles. See Routes & Maps below for more details.
Requirements
Fundraising Minimum: $250
Age Minimum: 12
EVENT DAY: Saturday, May 10th
Online Registration Closes at 12 PM ET
Please note that the information below is from 2024 and may be subject to change. We will make every effort to keep the same setup from 2024, but may need to make adjustments due to weather, municipal requests, or other factors.
- Note: Day-of Registrations will be accepted as long as minimum requirements are met.
- Reminder: we ride rain or shine
Getting Ready to Ride
- Visit the Packet Pick Up section of the Registration page for details regarding rider number packets
- Visit the Ride Info & Requirements section of the Registration page to ensure you are ready to ride.
- Visit the Bike Safety page for safe cycling resources and expectations.
Arriving Ride Morning and Ride Day
- Parking is easy with more than 200 spaces located in the main parking lot. Follow signs. Premier spots, located directly in front of the Deal Casino Beach Club entrance, will be reserved for Top 25 Club members. A 'VIP' parking pass will be provided to all Top 25 Club members prior to ride day.
- Check-in Starts at 6:00 AM. Pick up your rider packet, grab a bite to eat, and get ready to ride! Be sure to have your ID with you at registration, as this will allow you to get your wristband for when you return for the barbecue lunch and post-ride beer garden.
- Riders will depart the starting line between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM depending on their route selection:
- 100 mile route: depart at 6:30 AM
- 75 mile route: depart at 7:00 AM
- 50 mile route: depart at 8:30 AM
- 25 mile route: depart at 9:30 AM
- Attention: 25 and 50 mile cyclists, please start at your required start time to ensure your route is supported and the finish line is up and running prior to arriving back.
- Attention: 75 and 100 mile cyclists, you must keep certain average speeds in order to return to the Deal Casino Beach Club before the routes close. Riders outside of this average speed will be directed to follow the 50 mile course back from the Lavallette Rest Stop. This will ensure you get the full finish line experience.
- Routes close at 4:00 PM. We will make every effort to work with you to complete the ride.
- Finish Line Festivities: Celebrate the end of a great day at the finish line! Engage with your team and other riders over a complimentary meal, pick up your ride t-shirt, grab a beer from our beer garden, and enjoy the festivities!
- Visit the Meals & Support section of this page for more details on what is being served along the route and at the finish line!
Route Info & Options
We are looking forward to an amazing one-day experience providing coastal, scenic route options, ranging from 25 to 100 miles. Ride along the Asbury Park Boardwalk and large stretches of Ocean Avenue, in addition to long, flat stretches near the Barnegat Bay and Atlantic Ocean.
All routes will start and end together at the Deal Casino Beach Club, where you and your teammates can celebrate your accomplishments while you enjoy a complimentary meal, access our beer garden, live entertainment and more! Visit the Event Schedule and Meals & Support sections of this page for more details.
Our routes will be posted to RideWithGPS as the ride approaches. However, routes from 2024 can be viewed here. The departure times for each route are as follows:
- 100 Mile Start: depart at 6:30 AM
- 75 Mile Start: depart at 7:00 AM
- 50 Mile Start: depart at 8:30 AM
- 25 Mile Start: depart at 9:30 AM
You'll select your desired route option when you register for the ride. However, your choice can easily be modified come ride day. For instance, if you signed up for the 75 mile route, but on ride day are feeling a little sore, you're more than welcome to switch to the 50 mile route. Or if you signed up for the 25 mile route but are feeling extra ambitious that Saturday, you can easily move up to the 50 mile. We're flexible! As long as you adhere to the posted departure times above, feel free to ride the route that works for you.
Route Maps
No matter which route mileage option you choose, all routes start and finish at the Deal Casino Beach Club (125 Ocean Ave, Deal, NJ). Route links will be posted closer to ride day once routes are permitted and confirmed.
Weather
We ride rain or shine. Please be prepared for rain, cold weather or very sunny conditions. Weather can change overnight so prepare for every scenario. Stay tuned to our site and your inbox for up-to-date announcements regarding inclement weather.
Bike MS Fundraising Weeks are proudly sponsored by Point B, an organization that shares our commitment to creating a world free of MS. Elevate your fundraising and win some prizes along the way.
The rules are simple: raise the most money during a Fundraising Week and we will reward you for your fundraising success.
Both team(s) and an individual participant can win BIG during this year’s fundraising weeks.
Who: Winners for each fundraising week will include both an individual (team member or non-team member) and the team(s) with most money raised online (total dollars) during this time.
Team Categories: Large team (15+ riders) and small team (2-14 riders)
- Fundraising Week #1: March 3rd -9th 2025
- Winners:
- 2-14 Team Size: Buggas Bikers
- 15+ Team Size: OceanFirst WaveMakers
- Individual: Brian Coyle of Buggas Bikers
- Winners:
- Fundraising Week #2: March 31st – April 6th
- Winners:
- 2-14 Team Size: Allison’s Angels
- 15+ Team Size: THE BYRNE UNIT
- Individual: Brian Byrne of THE BYRNE UNIT
- Winners:
Prizes:
- Teams in each division will have the opportunity to win a team tent stock with goodies to celebrate at the finish line.
- Individual prize for Fundraising Week #1 a beach badge at Point Pleasant beach and a bag filled with beach goodies.
Your Bike MS packet contains important items including your rider bib, event details and sponsor giveaways. To pick up your packet, you must meet the $250 fundraising minimum and have a completed waiver on file.
Please note:
- If you registered online, you've already completed a waiver during the registration process.
- Anyone who did not register online will need to complete a waiver.
Packet Pick-Up FAQ
When can you pick up your packet?
All packets will be available for pick-up on the morning of the ride prior to your route’s starting time. Those times are:
- 100 Mile Route: 6:00 AM to 6:30 AM
- 75 Mile Route: 6:00 AM to 7:00 AM
- 50 Mile Route: 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM
- 25 Mile Route: 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Please bring your identification to packet pickup to get your post-ride barbecue and beer garden wristband.
Why the $250 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 $250 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 $250 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.
Another team member, team captain or family member may pick up your packet for you, as long as you've reached your fundraising minimum and have already turned in a signed waiver.
Can I Turn In Cash or Check Donations Prior to Ride Day?
Please do not mail any cash. Please make a self-donation via the website for the total amount of cash.
Checks can be processed two ways prior to ride weekend:
- Download the DonorDrive App now on Google Play or Apple App Store and take advantage of the mobile check deposit feature
- Mail your check donations (made out to National MS Society) with a completed Donation Tracking Form to National MS Society, Attn: Bike MS: Coast the Coast 2025, PO Box 289, Canton, MA 02021. Please write participant name, event, and year on the memo line of each check (e.g., "John Smith, Bike MS: Coast the Coast, 2025").
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 "2025 Bike MS: Coast the Coast" in the memo line or other available field on checks/money orders.
What Else is Available at Packet Pick-Up?
Participant t-shirt (also available post event), sponsor giveaways, route maps, weekend schedule, and staff will be present to answer questions!
Top Fundraiser items will also be available like the Top Fundraiser jersey for participants raising $1,000+ and Top 25 members will receive a branded item as a benefit of being in the Top 25 fundraisers for 2025.
There are numerous lodging options available within the area of the ride from modest motels along Routes 35 and 9, to upscale hotels within Asbury Park, along with bed and breakfasts in areas like Ocean Grove. We recommend searching online for whichever place works best for you.
There is ample parking at the Deal Casino Beach Club for Bike MS participants and their families. Our Top 25 Club riders will have parking directly in front of the entrance to the club that is marked by signage.
For 2025, Bike MS: Coast the Coast will be moving to a bottle free event. All rest stops as well as the start finish line area will be stocked with 5-gallon water jugs for cyclists to fill up their water bottles throughout the day. Sports drink mix ins will also be available in a variety of flavors. Please remember to bring your water bottle into the start finish line area.
Route
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 have a fully-catered barbecue lunch ready for all riders, including vegetarian options.
Bike Shops
The support we receive 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 the Training and Prep page!
Bicycle Types Permitted
Except for a specific class of e-bike as described below, all participants in Bike MS events are only permitted to use “self-propelled” bicycles without motors. No rollerblades, pedicabs or trailers will be permitted on Bike MS rides, without express prior permission from the National MS Society’s Legal and Risk Management Department.
Only Class 1 Electric Bicycles (e-bikes) are allowed in the Coast the Coast event due to New Jersey e-bike regulations (city permitting) on our ride routes.
A Class 1 electric bike, otherwise known as a low-speed pedal-assisted bicycle is a bike equipped with a motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling, and that ceases to assist when the bicycle reaches a top speed of 20 miles per hour.
Cyclists on e-bikes are asked to be extremely cautious when riding for their safety and the safety of the cyclists on regular bikes. In addition, riders should note that our Coast the Coast SAG vehicles are not equipped to handle multiple e-bike pickups.
All batteries and charging is the responsibility of the rider and Coast the Coast will not provide charging stations along the routes.
Medical Support & Emergency Assistance
Emergency medical support travels the entire route in the event that a cyclist may be injured. Help us provide top-notch first aid by completing the back of your rider number.
In addition, an emergency number will be printed on the wristband included in your rider number packet. Use this number during the ride if you spot an accident. First aid stations will also be available.
Support and Gear (SAG) Vehicles
Just can’t push another pedal, or just need a ride to the next stop? Two 15-passenger vans rove the route and rest stops. SAG vehicles are identified by orange flags on the passenger side windows.
Flip your bike upside down and wave down the first SAG wagon to come your way. You and your bike will be transported. SAG vehicles are equipped with bike racks, basic bike repair kits, and water. If you cannot continue to ride, a SAG vehicle will give you a ride to the next rest stop.
Note: The trip into 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 are prohibited. Personal SAG vehicles are not permitted on the route. Please understand our need to cut down on vehicular traffic for your safety.
No trailers, tagalongs or child carriers are allowed on the route per the Society’s Youth Riders policy.
Bike Mechanical Support
Sponsoring bike shops will be located at the start location and the rest stops to provide minor repairs. Get your bike inspected to identify any major issues, and ensure your bike is in excellent riding condition to guarantee free mechanical support ride weekend.
Road Marshals
These motorcycle volunteers can be found at "trouble" intersections and along the route. They monitor and guide cyclist traffic but are not permitted to stop vehicular traffic. When you see a road marshal volunteer, ride with caution. They’ll be wearing orange vests and waving orange flags, so you can’t miss them.
Communications Team
Communications volunteers are stationed along the route. If you encounter an accident or other emergency, let the communications volunteer know. They are easy to spot: just look for a car with a really big antenna! Note: These volunteers are there for communication purposes and are not permitted to direct traffic.
Police & Communities Who Welcome Us
Please be respectful of the communities that support and welcome Bike MS! Their hospitality makes this event possible. Every effort is made to keep you safe. Where possible, local law enforcement agencies have been recruited to help you travel safely through intersections and on shared roadways.
Be courteous, as they help you travel safely through their communities. Visit the Training & Prep page for more details on safe and courteous cycling behavior.
Note that your family and friends can cheer you on at the start/finish line located at Deal Casino Beach Club in Deal, NJ.
We know you have some additional questions, and this will be the place where we can answer them! More Know Before You Go information will be coming soon, so check back often so you don’t miss anything.
Ride photos will be posted on our Flickr page two to three weeks after the ride. We will share the link here when photos are ready!
Previous Year Ride Photos:
Check out these previous year ride photos for Coast the Coast.
This will be where you’ll find team information. Bike MS team information and awards will be posted as soon as it’s available.
