Routes & Start Information:
Location
 You
will begin your ride from Resistol Arena at Rodeo Center located
at 1818 Rodeo Drive. I-635 (LBJ Freeway) exit Military Parkway/Scyene.
If you’re traveling southbound, continue
through both signal lights to the Arena. If you’re northbound,
turn left on Military Parkway, take an immediate left after the
overpass at Rodeo Center Blvd. There will be plenty of parking.
Directions or Event
Map
Routes
100K - (start time 8:00 AM): flat and fast is the only way to describe this course. Crossing the Trinity River twice and flying through the bottom lands, you'll find it hard to believe that you're still in Dallas County. This route is for seasoned riders. Before attempting this route, be sure that you can cover the distance and get back to the Rodeo grounds by 1:00 PM.
75K - (start time 8:05 AM): Watch out for alligators on the 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 - (start time 8:10 AM): This route includes the 20 mile route with 13 miles of flat road added in the middle.
33K - (start time 8:10 AM): 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 - (start time 8:10 AM): This route starts with a fast downhill then meanders through residential areas with a rest stop at the city lake park. Returning to the rodeo ground, you'll have a hard climb up the hill.
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 two abreast
- Helmets and ride numbers are required.
- No alcoholic beverages are allowed on the routes or on
Rodeo grounds.
- Riders under 14 years of age must be accompanied by an
adult.
- Although water and drinks will be provided at rest stops,
it's a good idea to carry a full bottle of water and drink
frequently.
Road Assistance
- There will be traffic control at all major intersections.
No late starts after 8:30 A.M. Ride at your own pace, but remember
that all courses and rider services close at 1 P.M.
- For your safety and convenience, the start/finish command
post, rest stops and all SAG vehicles will be linked by radio
communication and provide water, road assistance and transportation
for riders unable to finish. Mechanical SAG wagons from Richardson
Bike Mart, Plano Cycling & Fitness and REI will be on hand
to provide assistance.
- Riders should be prepared to handle their own flats and
minor repairs.
The Mesquite Rodeo Bike Ride will be held RAIN OR SHINE.
NO REFUNDS. Massage will be available for $15 per 15 minutes.
Pre-event and post-event massages will be offered by Registered
Massage Therapists on a cash basis.
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