Polk County wants bicyclists from everywhere to come enjoy the forested hills and valleys of Polk County. This is Livingston’s annual “SPIRIT RIDE”, a chance to not only enjoy the gorgeous scenery of East Texas, but to also enjoy the riches of a small East Texas community and the home of beautiful Lake Livingston.
When: 8:00 am Saturday, October 6, 2018
Rain or Shine The 6th Annual Spirit Ride will offer experienced and beginning cyclists an opportunity to ride along the shoreline of Lake Livingston and the surrounding rolling hills of Polk County, Texas.
Registration: T-shirts are guaranteed to the first 100 Riders registered. Register in advance at Active.com for a contribution of $35. Or register on-site the day of the ride beginning at 6:30 am for $45.
Start Location: Our ride begins at the Livingston High School parking lot located at 400 FM 350 South Livingston, TX 77351. Livingston is located 75 miles north of Houston on Highway 59. Click here for directions to the event start and packets pickup location. All routes will start promptly at 9 am.
Routes: We offer 4 ride routes for all levels of riders, including a “Metric Century” 67-mile course. The routes will take participants through the rolling hills south and west of Livingston Texas via 4 courses of increasing length, all of which will take riders northward along the eastern shore of Lake Livingston, and then back to the finish at the High School where the rides began.
Support:
There will be Police escorts through major intersections, medical support, SAG vehicles, Ride Marshall support and Rest stops every 9–16 miles, on all routes.
Refreshments will be provided at all Rest Stops to keep you hydrated and energized. This will include fruit and drinks along with plenty of port-a-potties. So whether you need to take a break, need help with a flat or just need a lift, we will be there for you.
Lunch is provided for all participants on their return to the High school parking lot.
Safety Requirements:
Helmets are required, NO HELMET, NO RIDE
No headphones allowed while riding
No Trailers or Tag-a-longs
Any rider under the age of 16 must also be accompanied by an adult (21 or older) at all times.
Overnight Accommodations and things to do and see: For more information on activities in the Livingston area, including hotels and restaurants, visit the Livingston Polk County Chamber of Commerce.
Thank you,
Polk County Crime Stoppers
spiritride@yahoo.com
Polk County Spirit Ride
10/6/2018
Livingston High School
Livingston, Texas
