Routes & Start Information:
Location
 You will begin your ride from Resistol Arena at Rodeo Centerlocated at 1818 Rodeo Drive. I-635 (LBJ Freeway) exit MilitaryParkway/Scyene. If you’re travelling southbound, continue throughboth signal lights to the arena. If you’re northbound, turn left onMilitary Parkway, take an immediate left after the overpass at RodeoCenter Blvd. There will be plenty of parking.
Routes
All distances open start, 7:45an - 8:30am
No double loops. All distances are approximate.
Map (PDF)
100K: Hard and fast is the only way to describe this course. Crossing the Trinity River twice and flying through the bottomlands, you’ll find it hard to believe you’re still in Dallas County. This route is for seasoned riders. Before attempting this route, be sureyou can cover the distance and get back to the rodeo grounds by 1:00PM.
75K: Watch out for alligators on this route as you travel on smooth flat roads through the unincorporated parts of Southern Dallas County. Be sure and stop at the new rest stop at the Historic Seagoville School near downtown Seagoville.
50K: WE'RE SORRY - but the 50k route has been cancelled because of slow progress on road construction.
33K: The same route as in previous years, you’ll travel around the Mesquite area and Eastern Dallas County on a half flat, half hilly course with 2 rest stops.
5-Mile Family Fun Ride: This route starts with a fast downhillthen meanders through residential areas with a rest stop at CityLake Park. Returning to the rodeo ground, you’ll have a hard climbup the hill.
REST STOPS
There will be six rest stops providing water, sport drinks, snacks andfruit throughout the routes. Portable toilets will also be available ateach stop. All rest stops are approximately 10 miles apart.
“This is the best & most well prepared
ride all year”
SAFETY & RULES
This is a ride, not a race. Riders must obey all traffic laws, ride as far to the right as possible and ride no more than 2 abreast.
- Helmets and ride numbers are required.
- No alcoholic beverages are allowed on the route or on Rodeogrounds.
- Riders under 14 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
- Although water and drinks will be provided at rest stops, it’s agood idea to carry a full bottle of water and drink frequently.
- Traffic control at most major intersections. Riders shouldmaintain awareness of road conditions and traffic along the route
and exercise appropriate caution.
- No late starts after 8:30 AM Ride at your own pace, but rememberall courses and rider services close at 1 PM.
ROAD ASSISTANCE
For your safety and convenience, the start/finish command post, rest stops and all SAG vehicles will be linked by radio communication. SAG wagons will provide water, road assistance and transportation for rides unable to finish. Please be prepared to handle yourown flats and minor repairs.
Mechanical SAG wagons from Richardson Bike Mart, Plano C& Fitness, and REI will be on hand to provide assistance. ycling
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The Mesquite Rodeo Bike Ride will be held RAIN or SHINE. NOREFUNDS.
Registered Massage Therapists will offer post-event massages on acash basis. Massage will be available for $15 per 15 minutes.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Please contact Debi Holley at 469-939-3677
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