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Date: April 27, 2024
Event: 44th Annual Metric Century Germanfest Bicycle Rally
Route Distance: 22, 40, 63 miles
Tour: This event is part of a four-rally tour challenge – European Tour of Texas Challenge
About the Ride:
44th Annual Germanfest Bicycle Rally
The 100 Kilometer (63 mi.); and 65 Kilometer (40 mi.)over paved roads in this beautiful and scenic North Texas area. It is a fast and challenging course. Be prepared for some long and steep climbs up rolling hills and the exhilaration you’ll experience coming down!
ENTRY FEES: All entries postmarked by April 21, 2024, will be $45 per rider. All entries are postmarked after April 21, 2024, and those who register the day of the ride will be $50 per rider. Registration and packet pick up will be Friday from 9 am – 4 pm & Saturday from 7 am – 9:30 am @ the Sacred Heart Community Center – 730 North Main Street.
The first 1000 riders will receive a t-shirt! Each rider will also receive 1 FREE entry pass to the Germanfest grounds the day of the rally, and 1 drink voucher good for 2 FREE beers, redeemable at a Muenster Jaycee beer trailer.
PLEASE NOTE: All entry fees are nonrefundable, as this fundraiser is very important for assisting our Sacred Heart Catholic School Family. All proceeds raised go directly to the school to assist a variety of needs including building and maintenance, textbooks, and athletic expenses. Your support is greatly appreciated!
PRE-REGISTRATION AND PACKET PICK-UP: Registration and packet pick up will be Friday, April 26th, from 9 am – 4 pm & Saturday from 7 am – 9:30 am @ the Sacred Heart Community Center – 730 North Main Street.
RULES: By law, and for your safety and protection, you MUST abide by all traffic laws throughout the ride. For your safety, helmets are expected to be worn. All riders under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
REST STOPS/SAG WAGONS: Rest stops will be placed approximately 10-15 miles apart. Water, fruit and other liquids will be available. Medical aid will be provided along the route and at the finish. In addition, the route passes through areas where food and drink may be purchased. If at any point, our medical personnel determines that you should not continue, you will be detained and/or returned to the start by a sag wagon.
MEDICAL FACILITIES: The Muenster Memorial Hospital and local doctors and nurses will be available to assist with any complications. Emergency ambulance service and qualified paramedics will also be available.
WEATHER: Weather in North Central Texas is variable. Usually, the temperature will average 72 degrees at mid-afternoon. Wind usually plays a role during this annual event. Riders are cautioned to “plan your ride” considering temperature, humidity, & wind and then be careful to “ride your plan”.
RAIN OR SHINE: There will be a ride and there will be no refunds. Rally begins at 10 AM! The Bicycle Rally staff will not be responsible for mailing Rally T-shirts to bikers who fail to ride.
All proceeds from this event will benefit education for Sacred Heart Catholic School.
Location: N Main St, Muenster, TX 76252
Event website: www.muenstergermanfest.com | Facebook Page
Registration: Online registration
Contact Information: Brad Schilling | shcsalumni@ntin.net or 940-736-5386
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