Greater Dallas Bicyclists
Presents the

Saturday, April 11, 2009

Make plans to enjoy a fabulous day of Texas springtime cycling in the luscious and calm countryside south of Dallas! For the 11th consecutive year, the Greater Dallas Bicyclists, together with the City of Lancaster, is staging the Lancaster Country Ride on Saturday, April 11, 2009 at 9 am. Lancaster is a mere 15 minutes from downtown Dallas.

Join us as we cycle through the scenic countryside of Lancaster and surrounding areas. The routes traverse a variety of terrain, from flats to rolling hills, with a few challenging climbs. Rest stops every 10 or 12 miles with water, sports drink and fruit. The wildflowers are in full bloom in April and our routes feature picturesque meadows with dense concentrations of Bluebonnets, Indian Paintbrush, and other colorful spring flowers.

Lancaster GDB socks for the first 1,000 registered riders!

Start/Finish: On-site registration and breakfast begins at 7 am. Ride starts at 9 am from the gazebo in the historic Lancaster town square off Main Street and Dallas Avenue. After the ride, stick around with other cyclists to enjoy the festivities on the square.

Mileage options: 23, 42 and 63 miles staggered start for safety. We have scouted and ridden the routes to ensure smooth roads and scenic countryside for all bicyclists to enjoy. The 42 and 65 mile options take you directly through the Bluebonnet Trial on beautiful and hilly Sugar Ridge Road. GDB requires helmets to be worn during the ride.

Price: $20 for pre-registration (postmarked by March 25th), and $25 thereafter . 

Registration: Download and print the form or pick up a rally flyer at most area bicycle shops. Or register on-line at active.com

Packet Pick-Up: To ease on-site registration, we’ll have pre-registration packet pickup at five locations. Ride participants must sign their own liability release waiver. NOTE: These packet pick-up dates and times are tentative for now.

Saturday April 4th from 10:30am-2pm at Richardson Bike Mart (Campbell and Coit Road in Richardson)

Tuesday April 7th from 4pm–7pm at the Dallas Performance Bicycle (North Central Expressway at Walnut Hill)

Wednesday April 8th from 4pm–7pm at the Dallas REI (LBJ Freeway at Welch)

Thursday April 9th from 4pm-7pm at Plano Cycling & Fitness (North Central Expressway at 18th Street)

Friday April 10th from 4pm-7pm at Mad Duck Cyclery (721 E. NW Hwy, Grapevine)

Breakfast: Come early to purchase ($6) pancakes, sausage, coffee and juice from the Boy Scouts. They will be at the First United Methodist Church, 201 South Dallas Avenue, across the street from the town square starting at 7am.

Directions to Ride: To get to the start from I-20, take exit #470 and go south on Lancaster Rd (Hwy 342). Lancaster Rd becomes Dallas Ave. Continue 4.5 miles to the town square.

NOTE: The following documents are subject to change based upon scouting rides in the upcoming weeks:

Route Maps:
23 miles
42 miles
63 miles

Cue Sheets:
23 miles
42 miles
63 miles

GPX Files (for GPS units):
23 miles
42 miles
63 miles

For more information:
Website: http://www.greaterdallasbicyclists.com
Email: Click here to send an email
Phone: 214-946-BIKE (2453)

NOTE: No Refunds. No Packets Will Be Mailed. Event Held Rain or Shine. Helmets are Required. One Form per Rider. Photocopies Accepted. WAIVER MUST BE SIGNED.

Recommended Ride of Bike MS: Sam's Club   

Thank you. Because of your participation in this event, Greater Dallas Bicyclists are proud to donate funds throughout the year to various non-profit organizations in Lancaster and Dallas.