Join us for the Rolling Hills Challenge Bike Ride 2025, hosted by the Columbus Lions Club. This event offers cyclists some of the most picturesque yet challenging routes in South Central Texas, traversing the gentle hills of Colorado and Fayette counties.
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, May 10, 2025
- Location: Beason’s Crossing Park, 3614 US-90, Columbus, TX 78934
- Start Times:
- Century (100-mile) cyclists: 7:30 AM
- Tandem cyclists: 7:45 AM
- All other cyclists: 8:00 AM
- All riders must start before 9:00 AM
- Course Closure: 4:00 PM
Routes
- 25 Mile Route
- 50 Mile Route
- 62.5 Mile Route
- 100 Mile Route
Each route offers a unique experience through the rolling hills, with rest stops approximately every 15 miles providing refreshments and facilities.
Registration
- Pre-Registration (Open till May 3, 2025):
- Single Rider: $45
- Tandem (2 riders on a bike): $70
- Kids (under 12): $15 (Ride free, but can purchase a t-shirt)
- Late Registration (after May 3 or on the day of the ride):
- Single Rider: $50
- Tandem (2 riders on a bike): $80
- Kids (under 12): $20 (Ride free, but can purchase a t-shirt)
Register Online: Rolling Hills Challenge Registration
Participant Perks
- T-Shirt: Cool event t-shirt for participants
- Lions Burgers: Free delicious Lions Burgers for every rider
- Support: Roving vehicles for assistance; riders should be equipped for minor repairs
- Medical Assistance: Provided by Colorado County EMS
Beneficiaries
All proceeds support various programs, including:
- Global Sight Preservation initiatives
- Scholarships for Columbus High School students
- Columbus Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts
- Texas Lions Camp
- Programs for the Blind and Hearing Needs
- Local Boys & Girls Clubs
- Columbus Food Pantry and Meals on Wheels
- Habitat for Humanity
Contact Information
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: James Yearwood at 979-732-7532
- Event Website: Columbus Lions Club – Rolling Hills Challenge
Experience the beauty and challenge of the rolling hills of South Central Texas while supporting meaningful community programs. Register today for the Rolling Hills Challenge Bike Ride 2025!
