Upcoming events.
Velvet Ditch Gran Fondo 2024
North Mississippi’s Premier Cycling Event
Visit event page: https://www.rideoxford.com/vdgf
MS Gravel Cup - OMG
2024 MS Gravel Cup #1 - OMG
Visit event page: https://www.ordinaryepics.com/ms-gravel-cup
Bluff City Blues Ride
Bluff City Blues Ride hosted by Memphis Hightailers Bicycle Club. Route options include 21, 45, 62, and 104 miles going through parts of the Mississippi River Trail. Enjoy Blues music and Memphis BBQ afterward.
Register at www.memphishightailers.com
Tour de Bodock
Benefitting the Beautiful Tanglefoot Trail!
Event: Enjoy the beautiful Tanglefoot Trail® and experience the scenic woods and countryside of North Mississippi. The Tour de Bodock Bicycle Ride is one event of many events held as part of the Pontotoc Bodock Festival, including live music downtown. Plan to visit Pontotoc, enjoy the bicycle ride, and hang around afterwards to enjoy the festival!
Distances and description: Metric Century (100k, 62 miles), Half Metric Century (50k, 31 miles), 20 miles, and 10k (6.2 miles) - something for everyone! The Metric Century and Half Metric Century will once again offer two different courses - one that is mostly flat with gentle slopes and one with several challenging hills. Have it your way - hills or no hills! All courses are well marked and patrolled by volunteers to assist with any needs that may arise. The courses will also have aid stations stocked with water and snacks. All riders must wear a helmet.
Register at raceroster.com
Bikes, Blues + Bayous
The Greenwood-Leflore County Chamber of Commerce will host the 16th annual BBB cycling event on Saturday, August 5, 2023. The rides begin in historic downtown Greenwood, home of Viking Range Corp. Mississippi's LARGEST RIDE averaged over 1,000 riders in 5 of the last 6 years and was selected as a "Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Event Winner" for 2018, 2019 & 2021! Ride the fast and flat alluvial plains of the Delta and discover "the BEST Southern Hospitality on Earth".
Register at: www.bikesbluesbayous.com
Pat Patterson Parkway Trash Pickup
Oxford Cycling Club has adopted 2.34 miles of George “G” Pat Patterson Parkway in Oxford, MS with the commitment to do 3 trash pickups per year. The first one was in February and the second one is on Saturady, July 8th. Come join us to meet with the fellow cyclists in Oxford area. This is also to promote Oxford as a bicycle friendly community.
If interested, contact Claude Gunter.
Trash pickup route. Meet and start at Woodlawn park (point A), at 7:00am.
Red, White, and Blue Ride
The annual Red, White, and Blue Ride, Hosted by Memphis Hightailers Bicycle Club.
Register at www.memphishightailers.com
Donations:
The Oasis Bike Shop takes in used or new bikes in any condition and refurbishes them when possible to be reused by those in need. Bikes that are not repairable are used for parts.
This ministry is not just focused on the kids but also those adults that have no other form of transportation. The bikes are typically earned through doing some type of supervised community service. All bikes earned through this method come with a bike lock, helmet and a safety class. Additionally, they are focused on taking the youth on outdoor field trips to parks or through bike trails in safe, beautiful settings contrary to riding on the streets where they live.
Their desire is to expose their bikers to opportunities beyond the inner city that they can own for themselves. Also, the Oasis Bike Ministry is in need of donated bikes (regardless of condition) and any usable parts you may have. So, if you have an old bike, or an extra front fork, or brakes, or seats, or handlebars, or cables, or chains, or cranks, or bar tape, or literally anything else you think could be used to help restore a bike into riding condition, please bring it with you to the ride. They will be grateful to take it off your hands and get another young boy or girl onto a bike!
Of course, monetary donations are always great. Feel free to add some amount to your ride registration, and these funds will go directly to Oasis.
Donate $10 or more in multiples of $10
Pedaling for Hope on the Tanglefoot Trail
Join us for a ride benefiting Regional Rehab Center and the New Albany Main Street Association. We will have 25-mile, 50-mile, and 100-kilometer options. All riders will receive a t-shirt. There will be water and sports drink along the course, and a service vehicle will follow behind. After the ride, we will enjoy food, music, and door prizes. FREE FOR KIDS UNDER 18!
Location: Registration at the Tanglefoot Plaza in New Albany 100 E. Bankhead St. Participants can park for the event at the Jennie Stephens Smith Library at 219 King Street, New Albany, MS.
100K Route is optional for participants who want to get off the trail.
Register at: raceroster.com
Juneteenth Freedom Ride
Major Taylor Memphis would like to invite you to the 3rd Annual Juneteenth Freedom Ride Memphis, TN. The date is Saturday, June 17, 2023 registration will open on February 1, 2023. We will have multiple routes/distances of 20, 40 & 63 miles with supported SAG stops. Early registration is $45.00, late registration $60.
23 Mile Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35612145
44 Mile Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38630850
63 Mile Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38622692
Register at raceroster.com
Natchez Bicycle Classic
The Natchez Bicycle Classic, presented by the Natchez-Adams County Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals is hosting the 4th Annual YP Natchez Bicycle Classic on Saturday, June 10th, 2023! ~Come for the ride, Stay for the Party.
Route options:
Register at: https://natchezbicycleclassic.com/
Tour de La Grange
Join the Memphis Hightailers Memorial Day Ride in Moscow, TN. Donation made during registration will go to a local Rossville Food Bank. Route options:
Register at: www.memphishightailers.com
Natchez Trace Century Ride
THE MISSISSIPPI BIKE RIDE YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS
For over 23 years, the Natchez Trace Century Ride is quickly becoming the largest spring cycling event in Mississippi. Wheels will roll again this year on May 6, 2023 in Ridgeland, Mississippi. With approximately 1,000 riders, the bike ride starts and ends in Ridgeland.
The Natchez Trace Century Ride has something to offer for all types of cyclists - a good elevation course and PR opportunity for experienced riders and fun rest stops and entertainment for recreational riders. Everyone enjoys a post-ride meal and music at the finish line.
With a choice of distances from 8, 25, 50, 62 and 100 miles with mild to moderate elevation, this is a nice ride for all ages and abilities. There will be plenty of support with “energy” stops providing food, restrooms, and refreshments every 10 – 18 miles. SAG vehicles are located on the course throughout the day to assist or provide service to riders.
Celebrate with friends and fellow riders as you cross the finish line. Receive a medal, enjoy a post ride meal, and relax under the tent with a view of the Ross Barnett Reservoir.
REGISTER TODAY: https://runsignup.com/Race/MS/Ridgeland/NatchezTraceCenturyRide
Charles Finney Memorial Ride
Charles Finney Memorial Ride hosted by Memphis Hightailers Bicycle Club. Open to member and non-members. Route options include 19, 46, and 61 miles.
Register at memphishightailers.com
Cycling for Safety
Hosted by Memphis Thunder Racing Team. Bringing attention to safe cycling and cooperation between motorists and drivers is key to this event. Remembering Cory Horton, one of the founding members of the team, is another goal of this event.
ROUTES START AT BIKES PLUS - COLLIERVILLE (FORMERLY BIKE WORLD)
Route options include 35 miles and 64 miles. There will be one SAG stop for the 35 miles and 3 for the 64 miles.
ROLL OUT RETURNS TO BIKES PLUS-COLLIERVILLE WITH AN AFTER-PARTY GRILL & BEVS!!!!
Registration is free, donation is accepted.
Register at mtr.clubexpress.com
St Patrick's Day Ride
The first club ride of the year - St Patrick’s day ride, hosted by Memphis Hightailers Cycling Club. This event is open for both member and non-member.
Route options:
20 Miles: Follow the MHBC SPDR 20 Mile Course.
40 Miles: Follow the MHBC SPDR 20 Mile Course twice.
42 Miles: Follow the MHBC SPDR 42 Mile Course.
62 Miles: Follow the MHBC SPDR 42 Mile Course then the MHBC SPDR 20 Mile Course.
Register at: memphishightailers.com
Mississippi Gravel Cup - OMG
MS Gravel Cup is a four race series in our lovely state of Mississippi. The races are held in very different parts of the state which allows riders to enjoy different terrains for each race. Between the varying grades of gravel and the ever-changing course conditions, these four races provide just about everything you could ask for in a gravel series. Add to that the unique culture and personality that comes with those who love this type of course and format, and you’ll find yourself in the perfect place for an exciting and inspiring ride!
OMG is held in Oxford, MS- home of William Faulkner and the University of Mississippi. This route starts on gravel and showcases a journey through the many rolling hills of the Holly Springs National Forest. The course is characterized by rolling hills, fun descents, gorgeous forest views and well-packed gravel service roads. When complete, the 100 milers will have conquered over 7,000 feet of elevation. In addition to the 100 miles, there will be a 50-mile option and a 20-mile fun ride, complete with a ride leader, for the newly initiated or who may want to explore gravel riding.
Register at: www.webscorer.com
Better Together - Sardis Lake Bike Tour
Better Together at Ole Miss is organizing a bike tour to Sardis Lake on 10/16. The capacity is limited. First come, first serve.
Click link here to sign up. This is a free event for the Ole Miss students.
Start time: 12:30 PM at Ole Miss Bike Shop at All American Drive, University, MS 38677. Better Together will request the University Police to exhort us till we cross Jackson Ave, where we will meet our Tour Guide.
End time: It is expected to be back in Oxford by 5:00 PM
Expected miles: Around 20 Miles, starting from the m.Trade Park. We can bike more depending on the ability of the participants.
Expected biking speed: 13 Miles per hour
Outbound Route: www.strava.com/activities/7836068749
Inbound Route: www.strava.com/activities/7836070395
Your Responsibility
- Bring your own or rented bike to the tour.
- Have your bike checked at Ole Miss Bike Shop by Friday 10/14
- You must have a helmet.
- Bring your own snack and 24 ounces of water for the road. Better Together provides snacks and water and some food at the lake only and not on the road. You can keep your items in a small pocket or a small backpack.
- Even if you bike daily from home to the university, you need to start practicing biking in the gym for one hour daily because sitting on the bike for a long time is different from short times.
- Dress appropriately for the weather. It is recommended to dress in bright colorful cloth.
- Sardis Lake is closed for swimming at that time.
- For any medical emergency or needs, you will use your own health insurance.
Better Together is providing
- An expert bike tour guide. If there are repairs needed on the road, he will take care of it
- Requested chaperons: in case the group is not of the same biking ability, we will split into two groups.
- The Police will be requested to accompany us till we cross Jackson Ave.
- Food, snacks, and water will be provided at Sardis Lake.
Tour d'Attala - Little Mountain Ride
Natchez Trace Cycling and Tour d' Attala Cycling Club invite you to take the challenge with us to explore, support and educate motorists as well as cyclists on safety while traveling the beautiful Natchez Trace Parkway. Enjoy the parkway as you climb north to one of the highest points in Mississippi, 603 feet above sea level.
There are 16, 39 and 65-mile options. The out and back 70-mile route will take you North of French Camp where the more challenging climbing starts. On your way to one of the highest points in Mississippi, you'll go over what locals call the holy ghost. You'll then be on a fast decent to Jeff Busby camping area. Once you leave the Pkwy you'll climb 200 feet in just under a mile to Little Mountain Summit.
Register at www.littlemountainride.com