Charity Events - Mississippi Gulf Coast - October 11, 2008

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Mobilegroomer
09-02-08, 10:50 AM
What: "Lazy Magnolia 100". Distances of 25/50/62.5/100

Where: Mississippi Gulf Coast (Biloxi/Ocean Springs area)

When: October 11, 2008 @ 8:00 a.m.

Join us for our inaugural century ride on the rolling roads of The Mississippi Gulf Coast area. The ride will take you on the country roads of the Harrison and Jackson Counties. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Bike Walk Mississippi organization to help promote a more positive bike/pedestrian culture in Mississippi. More information at www.bikewalkmississippi.org
This fully supported Century covers mostly flat, fast roads with a few rollers. We will have some great shrimp pasta to eat when you finish. Best yet, we will have massage therapists available to rub those legs and shoulders after your ride, for FREE! Swag bags will contain some great items from our sponsors and you will also be eligible for some great door prizes. All this for only $25 ($30 after October 4, 2008).
Everyone is encouraged to ride with a partner; children under 15 years of age MUST be accompanied by an adult. Register before October 1, 2008 to ensure that you get a T-Shirt. After that date, they are first come first served at the registration table.
Distance options are 25, 50, 62.5 and 100 miles. Start and finish is at the Latimer Community Center. Early packet pickup October 10, 2008 from 5-6:30 PM at the pavilion adjacent to the Latimer Community Center (look for the GCBC banner). Day of Event registration starts at 7:00am with a mass start at 8:00am. You are REQUIRED to use a ANSI or Snell approved helmet while participating in this event. NO HELMET, NO RIDE!!
For online registration: http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1605531
To see the route: http://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united-states/ms/latimer/713694378273


Visit our website at www.gulfcoastbicycleclub.com for more information. "Laissez les bon temps rouler!!"