Bike MS Ft. Collins Loop | 2014 Spoke Notes

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Thanks for registering for Bike MS! Enclosed you’ll find everything you need to know for a wonderful Bike MS weekend!

Fundraising Minimum:

In the Event of Rain:

All cyclists must meet the $250 fundraising minimum before receiving their rider packet. This requirement can be met by donating online by June 19, or by bringing your donations to the CSU start line on June 28. DO NOT mail donations after June 14 if you need them to meet the fundraising minimum.

Bike MS rolls out rain or shine, hot or cool, so prepare for any type of weather. In the event of severe weather, we have a thorough action plan in place and will implement it as conditions warrant.

Join us! Friday Night Sponsor Exposition, & Carb Load Dinner!

Necessities to bring with you on your bike to be prepared on the Ride:

Weekend Packing Check List: ¨ Helmet (mandatory)

June 27 from 3 – 7 p.m. at Front Range Community College Take part in a carb-load spaghetti dinner and get a final bike tune up before the Ride. Don’t forget to visit our sponsors and thank them for their support!

¨ Rider number (from Ride packet, mandatory)

Packet Pick-Up:

¨ Sunglasses (with a rear view mirror is helpful)

Riders can pick up their packets at CSU on Saturday, June 28.

¨ Rain gear (maybe a shower cap to cover your helmet)

All riders must present photo ID at Packet Pick-Up, and may only collect packets for riders living at the same address.

¨ Spare tube/patch kit

Start Line Address and Parking:

¨ Water bottle(s)

Colorado State University

¨ Sunscreen

600 South Drive, Fort Collins, Colorado 80523

¨ Credit Card

Directions from I-25:

¨ ID (required for Left Hand Beer Service–NO EXCEPTIONS!)

(1) I-25 to exit 268 (Prospect Rd.) (2) Turn LEFT on Prospect Rd. (3) Turn RIGHT on S. Whitcomb St.

¨ Cell phone for emergencies

Parking lots at CSU open at 7:30 a.m., Saturday, June 28. Enter the campus under the direction of our parking staff, who will direct you to your parking space. Please have Top 100 and High Roller Club VIP parking passes hanging from your rearview mirror (if applicable).

Thank you for being patient and courteous with our parking staff. Due to the high number of riders, car-pooling is highly encouraged!

Note: There is NO overnight parking available at CSU on Friday, June 27.

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¨ Comfortable riding gear: cycling shorts, jersey, sport socks, etc. ¨ Cycling gloves and shoes

¨ Pump/CO2

¨ Camera ¨ Important health information/medications

Bag Drop Cyclists are allowed two pieces of luggage each. Luggage tags are provided in your rider packet. Upon arrival at CSU, take tagged luggage to the bag drop tent.

Emergency Contact Info:

Program and Awards Ceremony:

IMPORTANT: All cyclists must add emergency and medical information to the back of their rider bib: include contact names, phone numbers, allergies, medical conditions, etc. In an emergency, this will help medical personnel assist you quickly.

Saturday, June 28 at 3 p.m. on the CSU Entertainment Stage in Team Village followed by the People’s Choice Jersey Contest.

Personal or Team SAGs:

Rest stops are located approximately every 10 to 16 miles.

No Personal or Team SAGs are allowed on the route or at rest stop areas.

In the interest of safety for all of our participants, we must limit the number of motorists on the route and at rest stops.Personal vehicles compromise rider safety and threaten and our ability to use these venues in the future. Official Bike MS SAG vehicles are available throughout the course to transport cyclists. Please meet friends and family at the finish line.

Saturday Morning Schedule and Start Chutes* 7:30 – 9 a.m. Packet pick-up at CSU 7:30 - 9 a.m. Breakfast area open 8:45 a.m. Kick-Off Program 9 a.m. Riders on course *All riders must be on the course by 10 a.m.

Route Closings Route will be closed at 5 p.m. and remaining cyclists will be transported in SAG wagons to the finish.

Route Support Bike mechanics are available throughout the event. They will be stationed at Rest Stops, start and overnight venues. Repairs are free of charge. Riders are responsible for the cost of any parts. Be prepared to handle your own minor repairs.

Radio communication is available at all rest stops. Medics are available at all Rest Stops and emergency vehicles. Bike medics will be roaming the route.

SAG wagons give a lift to riders in need and can be identified by brightly colored placards.

To signal a SAG vehicle: (1) move off the road and out of the path of other riders (2) dismount and stand near your bike (3) remove your helmet and give a “thumbs down” to the SAG vehicle. At peak hours, SAG vehicles may be full, so please be patient until the next SAG vehicle arrives.

Ride officials will be traveling among event participants to ensure that all rules of the road are being obeyed and that cyclists are riding in a safe manner. Please bring your route maps; be aware that any last minute route revisions may not be captured on these maps. To avoid getting off course, follow all route signage and route marshals.

To view and print route maps and elevation profiles, visit bikeMScolorado.org and click on Route Information under Fort Collins Loop Information.

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Cycling Safety: Our focus is to provide a high quality, safe, and fun bicycling experience.

While we do an enormous amount of planning to provide for your safety, we ask that you do your part prior to the ride by visiting our bicycle safety page at bikeMScolorado.org where you will find cycling manuals, safety videos, safe cycling tips and links to more information through Bicycle Colorado and the League of American Bicyclists.

Route maps will be provided at packet pick-up which include the rules of the road. Please study this map closely and make sure you bring it on the ride. RIDE SAFE. RIDE SMART. Please be aware of and prepared for railroad crossings.

Bike MS Safety Policy: Should a cyclist choose to behave, act, or ride in a manner that is endangering themselves or others, Ride Officials and Colorado State Patrol officers have been instructed to remove their bib and wristband and prohibit them from continuing on the Ride. Please remember, this is a ride, not a race.

information and referral services, advocacy, self-help groups, and direct assistance to thousands of men, women, and children living with MS and funds promising MS research.

We offer great fundraising prizes and clubs with amazing benefits!

Visit your Participant Center at bikeMScolorado.org to access our Fundraising Toolkit, ideas, available prizes and information on our elite High Roller and Top 100 Clubs.

Prizes and Incentives: Top fundraisers are rewarded with special club affiliations and incentives. Your fundraising efforts support the more than 100,000 people in Colorado and Wyoming who are affected by MS. Become a High Roller Club Member for 2015 by collecting $2,000 or more in 2014. Benefits include a FREE High Roller Jersey, FREE registration for the 2015 Ride, VIP Port-a-potty access, VIP parking at the start/finish venue, and more n

Fundraising Prizes:

Rider Identification:

Raise $750 or more and qualify for a prize! Visit bikeMScolorado.org to find out more.

Rider wristbands are your ticket to all services and meals at the event and our source to identify you in case of an emergency. Use your wristband number when turning in funds offline and for general communication with the Chapter.

Donations must be turned in by August 8 to qualify for prize selection.

The deadline to qualify for 2015 Club Levels and Team Awards is September 30.

Wristbands must be worn at all times over the event weekend to receive access to event amenities. Thank you for helping us keep this event fun and fulfilling for all registered participants.

Rider bib numbers change year to year and are used for identification of your bicycle and luggage at the Ride. The lowest bib numbers are in yellow and are reserved for participants at the High Roller level and above. Please show your appreciation for this amazing group of top fundraisers.

Using your rider numbers and wristband: Please use your rider numbers in your Rider Packet as follows: 1) Large rider bib to attach to your jersey. Safety pins are available at Packet Pick-up for your convenience.

2) Wristband 3) Two-sided rider number to attach to your bicycle.

4) Adhesive luggage tags to be placed around your luggage handles.

Fundraising: Bike MS proceeds support vital education and wellness programs,

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Turning in Donations: The most efficient and convenient way to turn in donations is to have your donors contribute to you via your personal web page.

To turn in cash and checks: 1) Record the contributions you submit on the donation tracking form included in the Fundraising Toolkit.

2) Send your donations, with a copy of the donation form, to the Chapter.

Only hold donations until the day of the event if you need them to meet your minimum donation requirement for Packet Pick-up. Be sure the rides name is written in the memo section of each check. Cash can be handled either by one consolidated check or a single online payment at bikeMScolorado.org.

3) Mail to:

National MS Society, Colorado-Wyoming Chapter Bike MS Colorado P.O. BOX 172685 Denver, CO 80217-2585

4) All donations are tax-deductible to the maximum extent allowed by

law. Copies of canceled checks are sufficient IRS proof for donations less than $250. Visit your Participant Center for your downloadable copy of donation receipts made online. For donations greater than $250, a tax receipt will be provided to the donor by the Chapter by October 30, 2014.

Ride Photographs: Team pictures Team photos will be taken at the overnight at CSU between 2 - 6 p.m. on a first come, first served basis.

Family and Friends at the Event:

Vote for the Best Rest Stop: Voting boxes and ballots are located at the Ride Information Tent. A special thanks to both our corporate and friends and family supporters for hosting our 3 Rest Stops!

Purchasing Bike MS Merchandise: Jerseys, shirts, and other ride and memorabilia can be purchased through Clean Fun at the Bike MS Store located near the Bike MS Information Booth at CSU. Merchandise may also be purchased at bikeMSstore.com.

Family and friends are welcome at CSU. Due to liquor license requirements, only registered participants will be allowed service from the Left Hand Brewing Beer Tent at CSU. Please remember, no alcoholic beverages are allowed anywhere outside of this area. Virtual participant registrations may be purchased for $30, allowing your guests access to food and beer service.

Dinner tickets are available for purchase for $12 and Sunday breakfast tickets for $10 at the Ride Information Tents on a first-come, firstserved basis.

Lost and Found: Turn in or retrieve any missing items/personal belongings at the Ride Information Tents.

Bike MS will take you further than you’ve ever gone before. It’s not the miles that matter — it’s the unforgettable journey. In 2014, 115 people who self identify as having MS will participate in the I Ride with MS program.

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Team Talk

It only takes one person to inspire hundreds... this is the idea behind Bike MS teams!

People’s Choice Jersey Contest Show off your team pride by entering the annual jersey contest! To enter, simply send a team representative with your jersey to the stage at CSU at 3 p.m. on Saturday of Bike MS! Your team rep will walk the Bike MS “runway” on stage and the jersey will be entered into the live voting contest.

Awards will be given for: 1st Place: $250 Primal gift card and a framed team jersey n 2nd Place: $150 Primal gift card n 3rd Place: $100 Primal gift card n Most Mission Focused: $250 Primal gift card n

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Main entrance to Team Village (front) Team Village Loading/Unloading Zone (Team Village volunteers will have them on hand) Team Village Information Tent Main Event Information Booth Volunteers will be available starting at 6:45 a.m. to help direct Individuals to their tents.

Arriving at Team Village Tent supplies may be dropped off between 6:45 and 8:30 a.m. and 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. in the loading zone located on Meridian Ave.

Remember to cast your vote for Best Team Tents!

Please arrive with enough time to unload your vehicle, locate an all-day parking spot, and return to transport your belongings to your team tent. It is important to keep the loading zone clear.

Voting Guidelines:

Alcohol and open flames are prohibited in Team Village.

Team Village Tent Contest Votes must be based on the following criteria with an emphasis on Mission: Mission – How well has the team encompassed the National MS Society’s Mission and Vision? Are they displaying the logo, slogans, or the color orange? How focused is the team on finding a cure? n Creativity – How well did the team incorporate their team theme into the tent? Is it similar to their jersey? Have they found unique ways to relax and have fun? n Spirit – How engaged were the team members and supporters? Were they having fun in their tent and in turn making you want to stay and hang out? Were they celebrating their 75 miles for the day? n

Completed ballots must be turned in to the Team Village Information Booth no later than 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 28.

There will be one vote per team, cast by the team captain. The team captain will vote for the best Corporate Tent and the Best Friends and Family Tent. All other votes will be discarded. Team Village volunteers and Chapter staff will also cast votes for the competition.

Winners will be announced at the Overnight Program starting at 3 p.m.

Need Ice for Your Team Tent?

You may purchase 20 lb. bags of ice for $5/bag at the Ride Information Booth after 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 28. If you need more than five bags of ice, please make alternate arrangements as quantities are limited.

Team Village Maps Maps will be available upon arrival at CSU at the following locations: 6 2014 Newmont Bike MS presented by Point B

Schedule For Team Village Saturday, June 28 6:45 – 8:30 a.m. | 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Unload Team Tent supplies, tent set-up/decoration

10 a.m. Team Village Opens opens to riders 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Voting for Team Village Tent Decoration 2 – 6 p.m. Team Photos 3 p.m. Program and Awards (Best Tents and Best Jersey)

Food Teams often stock their tents with snacks, catered meals, smoothie bars, etc. In addition, the Ride will provide the following snacks and meals: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Sandwiches are available for a nominal charge.

4:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. Dinner is served (and is included with Bike MS Registration) for all participants. For non-participants, dinner is available for $12.

Virtual Participants: Friends, family and supporters may register as Virtual Participants for $30. This fee gives them access to the Beer Garden and dinner.

Did you know that the over 215 teams at Bike MS will raise over 80% of the total funds collected in 2014? Great job teams!

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12 MS Champions. 12 Reasons to Bike MS.

champions Introducing Bike MS Champions underwritten by Noble Energy

Our Bike MS Champions are riders, volunteers, children and spouses of Bike MS participants. Their stories embody why we ride and are each an inspirational connection to our mission of creating a world free of multiple sclerosis.

To learn more about our Bike MS Champions, visit:

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“I have always been private about my MS and it took me quite some time to come to terms with the diagnosis.

Everything happens for a reason and I know now that my mission is to help raise awareness and put a NEW face to this disease. I want to inspire people and give hope to never give up. You are not your disease and can do anything you set your sights on. It will not be easy, but it is so worth the fight!”

- Vanessa

Their Signatures –Your Bike MS Connection.

Riders are encouraged to wear their Bike MS Champions bandana during the event to honor all of those living with MS in Colorado and Wyoming.

If you are riding in honor of someone you know who is living with MS, have them sign alongside the 12 preprinted signatures.

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BECOME A GOLDEN CIRCLE MEMBER. Golden circle members are recognized for their passionate commitment to a world free of multiple sclerosis through an annual gift of $1,000 or more.

In addition to the gratitude of the Society and everyone affected by MS. Golden Circle members receive: • Special access to local and national leadership events, conference calls and webinars focusing on progress in MS research and the MS movement • Breaking MS news alerts

For more information or to make a donation visit: www.cureMSco-wy.org

We Need

Volunteers!

• Connections to other Golden Circle members who share a passion for creating a world free of MS

Bike MS needs more than 600 volunteers to ensure a superior and safe experience for all riders!

We have volunteer openings for both ride days. If you or someone you know would like to help:

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I was diagnosed in 2001. A good friend of mine mentioned this bike ride for multiple sclerosis and that we should do it. I borrowed a bike and rode my first MS 150, to Estes Park and back. I was hooked. There is nothing like crossing a Bike MS finish line. Blood, sweat and tears!

For my kids Jake and Zach, I will continue to ride year after year so they won’t have to worry about MS. I have MS, but MS does not have me!

Steven C. Team Ain’t to Proud to Sag A Special Thanks to Genzyme and MS One to One for sponsoring our I Ride with MS program.

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