Saturday Start & Sunday Finish location:
The start and finish lines for the Bike MS: Atlanta to Athens will be located on the campus of Georgia State University. Specifically, cyclists will line up on Piedmont Avenue at the intersection of Gilmer Street. Click here for a downloadable map and directions.

Saturday Overnight Location in Athens:
Day one of the ride will end in downtown Athens, GA. Overnight festivities, including the Team Village will be located at the Host Hotel, the Holiday Inn, at the intersection of Broad Street and Lumpkin Street.

Ride Schedule:
The ride will start on Saturday, April 10th at 8:00 a.m. The route will officially close at 6:00 p.m. Day two begins on Sunday, April 11th at 8:00 a.m. and will officially close at 5:00 p.m. Riders are encouraged not to leave the start line prior to or after 8:00 a.m. as support will not be available.

Minimum Pledge:
Cyclists riding in the Bike MS: Atlanta to Athens commit to raising a minimum of $350 to be reached by the Packet Pickup prior to the ride. Donations support client programs, services and research supported by the National MS Society.  

Packet Pickup & Rider Credentials:
All riders must pick up their packet of rider credentials at a Packet Pickup prior to the ride. Please review the Packet Pickup page for more information.

Minimum Age Requirement:
The minimum age to participate is 12 years old at the time of the ride. For the Bike MS: Atlanta to Athens 2010, riders must be 12 years old by April 10, 2010.

Safety Restrictions:
Equipment and accessories attached to bicycles for transporting children and/or pets are not allowed. This includes, but is not limited to, bicycle trailers, Tag-Along or Trail-a-Bike products, and child carrier seats. Please review the Cycling Guidelines page for more information.

Rider Services Centers:
For any questions that you may have regarding the bike ride during the event, the Rider Services Center will be able to help you. A location will be available at the Packet Pickup as well as at the Start/Finish and Overnight.

Accommodations:
Riders are responsible for arranging hotel accommodations during the ride. Several area hotels have been secured in both Atlanta and Athens, with special rates for the weekend. A dedicated, free camping area will also be available. Please see the Accommodations page for more information.

Food And Beverage:
Break points are located along the route and will provide water, sport drinks, fruit and snacks. Lunch will be provided on day one and day two on the route. Breakfast will be provided on Sunday morning at the Overnight location. Dinner will not be provided on Saturday night - Cyclists and their families are encouraged to enjoy the tastes of Athens.

Bike Compound:
You have the option to store your bike in the Bike Compound on Saturday night of the ride. The Bike Compound will be a secured facility located in the Team Village at the Holiday Inn. NOTE: For security reasons, your Rider Number must be clearly displayed on the bike and you must have the matching Rider Number on you in order to pick your bike back up out of the compound.

Bike Maintenance:
The Official Bike Stores will have mechanic support at Break Points and at the start and overnight lines throughout the ride. Beginning March 1, 2010, Official Bike Stores will offer free inspections for all registered riders. All riders with a bike inspection sticker on their bike during the ride will be offered normal labor charges for free.

Non-Denominational Service:
A non-denominational fellowship service will be offered on Sunday at 7:00 a.m. at the overnight location.

Support And Gear (SAG) Vehicles:
Support And Gear (SAG) vehicles are operated by dedicated volunteers who patrol the route to provide help to riders who might need assistance. Should you need a SAG to transport you to the next break point, first move off the road and out of the path of other riders; next, dismount your bike and stand nearby; then wave your helmet to let the drivers know that you are not just taking a break. Be aware that some of the official vehicles on the route are medical, staff or communications vehicles and are not equipped to carry riders. Also, at peak hours SAG vehicles may be full. Please have patience, another will be by soon.

Motorcycle Marshals:
Motorcycle Marshals are dedicated volunteers who patrol the route, respond quickly to emergencies and traffic situations, and check the well-being of riders. Please follow the instructions of these volunteers.

Bike MS Routes Signs:
Route signs are placed along day 1 and day 2 routes as directional signage. Please adhere to all road signs in addition to taking directions from the route signs.