Join us for the 35th Annual Gator Ride!
The Gator Ride is an annual tradition that supports healthy activity and benefits Hearts and Hands of Baytown to end hunger in our community. This year we celebrate 35 years and are excited to announce the return of the Fred Hartman bridge routes!
As an MS150 Additional Training Ride bikemstexas150.org, this is an event that you need to place on your calendar. Course lengths are 33, 43, 53, and 63miles. There is even a 5.6-mile family ride!
All proceeds from the Gator Ride, Gear Up to End Hunger will go toward our Annual Campaign. The most basic need for survival is food, and an unacceptable number of families need food assistance in our community. Hearts and Hands of Baytown is leading the fight to address food insecurity by providing access to fresh, healthy food to residents via our four pillar programs. In all our endeavors, we work to remove the stigma of needing food and provide clients with opportunities to strive toward self-sufficiency.
It is because of support like yours that we can provide food for families in a dignified and supportive manner while supporting services with collaborating partnerships not only to eradicate hunger but to address the underlying causes. All proceeds from the event are invested directly back into our community.
The first 800 riders to register are guaranteed a ride shirt! Note: we have a limited number of youth sizes.
REGISTER TODAY!
For more information, visit our Event Page on Active.com
NEW THIS YEAR- Order your Gator Ride Jersey!
A limited number of jerseys will be available at the ride and if we sell out of your size, you will be able to order from the Team Store!
Packet Pick-up
EARLY PACKET PICK-UP LOCATIONS:
THURSDAY, MARCH 14, 2024
TIME: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
2049 South Richey (Richey & Allen Genoa)
Pasadena, TX 77502
FRIDAY, MARCH 15, 2024
TIME: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
200 Lee Drive
Baytown, Texas 77520
What’s included in the ride packet?
- Bib number (attached to jersey)
- T-shirt
- Additional rider information
Note: If a rider is unable to pick up his or her packet, another person may pick up the packet on their behalf if their online registration is completed and the waiver is signed.
DAY OF PACKET PICK-UP
Saturday, March 16, 2024
- Main Routes – 6:00 AM – 7:15 AM
- Family Ride – 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM
200 Lee Drive
Baytown, Texas 77520
Note: Plan to park and ride your bike through campus to the check-in/starting line area. There will be signs to assist you in finding the parking area and getting to the check-in area.
2024 Gator Ride Information Map at Lee College
YOUR SAFETY IS OUR PRIORITY
Rider Safety:
Gator Ride Course Rules, Cycling Etiquette, and Safety Tips on Passing
- Helmets are required for all riders.
- Riders must obey all Law Enforcement Personnel, Ride Officials, and Volunteers.
- Every rider must wear a bicycle helmet that complies with the US Consumer Products Safety Commission Safety Standard.
- Headphones, cell phones, ear buds, radios, and similar audio devices used in, on, or around the rider’s head or ears are NOT permitted while riding.
- Report hazards to Rest Stop Leads, Ride Marshals, or SAG Drivers.
- No trailers are allowed on the main routes.
Route Maps:
2024 Gator Ride – 33-Mile Ride Map
Ride with GPS – 33 Mile Route
2024 Gator Ride – 43-Mile Ride Map
Ride with GPS – 44 Mile Route
2024 Gator Ride – 53-Mile Ride Map
Ride with GPS – 53 Mile Route
2024 Gator Ride – 63-Mile Ride Map
Ride with GPS – 63 Mile Route
Ride with GPS – Family Ride
The following link provides information regarding the Export File Formats that are available and how to upload them: Export File Formats – Ride with GPS Help Center
Accommodations:
- Hyatt Regency Baytown Address: 100 Convention Ctr Wy, Baytown, TX 77520, Phone: (281) 987-1234
- Springhill Suites Address: 5169 East Fwy, Baytown, TX 77521 Phone: (281) 421-1200
- Hilton Garden Inn Address: 4910 E Chase St, Baytown, TX 77521 Phone: (281) 838-8208
Contact Nikki Rincon at heartsandhandsofbaytown@gmail.com for further details on accommodations.
Volunteers:
We are looking for volunteers to help make this year’s Gator ride a success! Positions include Traffic Marshal, parking & traffic, set-up and tear-down, cheer squad, and more! Please click on the following links for more information and to sign up.
What is the Gator Ride?
The Gator Ride is an annual tradition that supports healthy activity and benefits Hearts and Hands of Baytown to end hunger in our community. This year we celebrate 35 years and are excited to announce the return of the Fred Hartman bridge routes!
As an MS150 Additional Training Ride, this is an event that you need to place on your calendar. Course lengths are 33, 43, 53, and 63miles. There is even a 5.6-mile family ride!
All proceeds from the Gator Ride, Gear Up to End Hunger will go toward our Annual Campaign. The most basic need for survival is food, and an unacceptable number of families need food assistance in our community. Hearts and Hands of Baytown is leading the fight to address food insecurity by providing access to fresh, healthy food to residents via our four pillar programs. In all our endeavors, we work to remove the stigma of needing food and provide clients with opportunities to strive toward self-sufficiency.
It is because of support like yours that we can provide food for families in a dignified and supportive manner while supporting services with collaborating partnerships not only to eradicate hunger but to address the underlying causes. All proceeds from the event are invested directly back into our community.
How much does it cost to participate in the Gator Ride?
- Early Bird Registration $60 – December 5, 2023 – January 31, 2024
- Regular Registration $70 – February 1, 2024 – March 15, 2024
- Late Registration $80 – March 16, 2024
We also provide a Family Ride, which is $10. As part of Gator Ride, Gear Up to End Hunger, we have found an easy terrain for the family ride that is short, and flat and provides paved path roads. The route is also safe, away from traffic, and easy to navigate.
To register, click here.
Can I request a refund?
Yes, to request a refund, an email requesting a refund must be sent to Nikki Rincon at heartsandhandsofbaytown@gmail.com by March 1st
Does the ride include going over the Fred Hartman Bridge?
This year we celebrate 35 years and are excited to announce the return of the Fred Hartman bridge routes!
Can I pay on the day of?
Paying for the ride the day of is an option and can be completed online. T-shirts are not included but may be available for purchase.
What time does the ride start?
RIDE TIMELINE DETAILS
- 6:00 AM Check-In and Registration
- 7:30 AM 63 & 43–mile routes (NOTE: Start line closes at 7:55 am for 63-43-mile routes crossing Fred Hartman)
- 8:00 AM 53 & 33–mile routes (NOTE: Start line closes at 8:30 am for 53-33-mile routes)
All main routes are open until 2:00 PM. After 2:00 PM, riders may SAG to the finish or continue to ride without Gator Ride support.
- 8:00 AM Family Ride Check-In and Registration
- 8:45 AM 5.6-mile route (NOTE: Start line closes at 9:15 am)
The route is open until 12:00 PM. After 12:00 PM, riders may SAG to the finish or continue to ride without Gator Ride support.
How old do I have to be to participate in the ride? Is there a family ride?
We offer a ride for those 12 and up and a family ride for parents and their children younger than 12. To learn more about both our rides, please visit the Gator Ride webpage.
Where do I go to see a map of the routes?
Visit the Gator Ride webpage to see the routes we’re taking as part of this year’s Gator Ride.
What is the weather policy?
The Gator Ride will take place rain or shine.
Can I volunteer for the ride?
There are many ways you can volunteer. Click here to find out more about the volunteer jobs available and to register.