Subject: MS 150 Weekend is Here!!!
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Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2016 17:53:33 +0000

MS 150 April 16-17, 2016

Team Shell Riders - 229

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TEAM SHELL CYCLING DASHBOARD
Team Fundraising Goal

Collected to Date

% of Goal

Avg. Collected per Rider

Group Riding Skills  Compliance

Online Safety Training Compliance

$200,000

$157,038

78%

$686

94%

169 - 74%

Dear Team Shell Cycling,

I will try to keep this email short and to the point. Please take time to read through the attached presentation for Team Shell information for the weekend.

We have over 50 Team Shell Riders that have risen over $1,000.  Way to go!!!  Remember you can keep fund raising even after the ride.  Let's hit our goal of $200K, we can do it!!

Weather is the "hot" topic on everyone's mind, so use your phone to get the latest weather updates from the MS Society via text message.  I have added my cell number below.  Please use only in emergency.

Weather & Route Updates

We actively watch the weather and get updates from meteorologists.  We will post updates on our website, on the main BPMS150 Facebook page and we will send out text messages.  If there is severe weather that put our riders at risk, we will wait till we get an all clear from MS.

Make sure you have liked the Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/BPMS150BikeRide<http://biketxh.nationalmssociety.org/site/R?i=j7XhhC3V9o7y5wxW4qDtMg>

Event Weekend Alerts

*         Riders text BP to 68686 to opt-in for text alerts

*         E-Newsletters & BP MS 150 Facebook Page

*         Website www.bpms150.net<http://www.bpms150.net>

Here are the key things you need for a successful ride this weekend:

*         If you haven't picked up your packet, you can pick it up at the Westside Omni this Friday from 2PM - 8 PM. I-10 West and Eldridge Prkwy.

*         Team Shell luggage drop off is from 9 AM to 5 PM.  Please have your bag tags on each bag before dropping off at Shell Woodcreek,

150 N. Dairy Ashford. Go to the first entrance north of I-10 and take a right.  It is marked as Entrance # 3 & 4.

*         Be courteous to others, remember you are riding for Shell, let's be on our best behavior this weekend

*         Remember that we are riding to put an end to MS.

*         This is a bike tour, not a race.

*         The two most high risk areas on the MS route are the first 10 miles and the last 10 miles.  When approaching downtown Austin, the lanes will be marked with traffic cones and will narrow abruptly.  Signage and audio announcement have been added this year to make entering Austin safer.  Slow down and keep space between you and the rider in front of you.  Let's have a "Goal Zero" Weekend!!!!

*         Last but very important, please read the attachment.  It should cover just about everything you need to know for the weekend.

SAFETY FIRST MESSAGE:   MS 150 EVENT RIDE SAFETY

Coach Alan Bazard - Shell Safety Coordinator

Congratulations!  You're just a couple of days from starting on the 2015 BP MS 150!  Hopefully, you've focused your training these past few months to peak your fitness for the Event Ride this weekend.  Remember all those cold and windy training rides?  Or, maybe you fondly remember the spring like warmer weather and light breezy training rides.  Looking back, each training ride made you stronger and prepared you for whatever conditions are in front of you on the BP MS 150 - Headwind (hope not), Tailwind (Oh yeah!), Rain (maybe), Heat, Cold, Cloudy, or Clear Skies.  Whatever the conditions - "You're Ready to Ride!"

With successful training under your belt, now is the time to review good Riding Safety Practices.  Just like on the job, always KEEP SAFETY FIRST.  Here are some reminders to help you have a Fun and Safe ride to LaGrange, then on to Austin:

Before the Ride

*         Fill you tanks - Eat a good high Carbohydrate meal Thursday Dinner, and Friday Lunch.  Eat a moderate, balanced dinner on Friday (Salad with Chicken / Fish, light pasta, bread, fruits, etc.).  Drink plenty of water on Friday (8-10 glasses of water).

*         Don't stop off at Denny's on the way to the Start and have a Super Grand Slam!  Instead, have a good breakfast of oatmeal / cereal, bagel / toast, Fruits (bananas) and Orange Juice.  If you must stop, 1 Shipley's Donut will go a long way.

*         Get your bike and HELMET ready the night before.  Do an "ABC Quick Check" while you air up your tires and secure your bike in/on your car.

*         Lay out your ride clothes.  Don't forget to pin your number and attach your rider numbers.

*         Set your alarm clock to wake up and allow plenty of time to get ready, eat breakfast and arrive at your start location with plenty of time.  Don't add stress by rushing and being late.

At the Start

Plan to join Team Shell's start at the Woodcreek facility.  Arrive and park at Shell Woodcreek no later than 6 AM.  Gates will open at 5:15 AM.  Get your bike ready, and make any last minute adjustments (not to seat position or pedals).  Be sure to check in with the Shell volunteers.  We'll gather a few minutes before the start for a team picture, and then we're ready to roll at 6:40 AM.  Check out the attachment in this email for detailed instructions for the weekend.

*         PROTECT YOUR FRONT WHEEL

*         Expect crowded conditions for the first 5-10 miles.

*         Keep to the right unless passing.  Pass on the left.  Call out "Passing on Left."

*         DO NOT CROSS the yellow center line.

*         Communicate (slowing, stopping, obstacles, etc.)

*         Do not overlap wheels with a rider in front of you.

*         Control your speed.  It will be slow at first until the riders get more spread out along the route.

During the Ride

*         PROTECT YOUR FRONT WHEEL

*         Keep to the right unless passing.  Pass on the left.  Call out "Passing on Left."

*         DO NOT CROSS the yellow center line.

*         Communicate (slowing, stopping, obstacles, etc.)

*         Pay attention to riders in front of you (watch for unexpected stopping or swerving).

*         Keep an escape plan.

*         Be extra cautious around Rest Stops.  If stopping ride into the rest stop before stopping.

*         Keep to the right when going up hills.  Expect speed changes from riders in front and around you on hills.

*         Hydrate - Drink at least 1 water bottle between Rest Stops

*         Nutrition - Eat snacks about every 15-20 miles.  Stop and eat a good lunch provided by the MS 150 (Belleville & Bastrop).

*         Ride your pace.  Don't try to go faster than you're comfortable.

*         Stop and take a break if you're tired. - Pull All the way off the road to stop.

*         Remove your helmet if you need to signal a SAG vehicle.

*         Have Fun!

I hope everyone has a Fun, SAFE Ride!  I'll see you at the Woodcreek start and on the road!

Ride SAFE!

For questions or more information on Group Riding Safety, contact Coach Alan - [email-masked]<mailto:[email-masked]>

You have 3 starting options for Saturday.

1.      Shell Woodcreek - 100 miles

2.      Katy Rhodes Stadium - 83 miles

3.      Waller Stadium - 76 miles

Choose the distance that is best for you and your current level of fitness.  Plan to stop by the Shell tent in LaGrange to check in and enjoy some refreshments, good food, and good people!  The Shell tent is a good place to meet up with your family and friends in both LaGrange and Austin.  Tent locations are included in the maps link.

Weekend MS 150 Maps

Here is the link to the Maps for your friends and family to join us in LaGrange and Austin.  Click Here<http://main.nationalmssociety.org/site/TR?fr_id=27003&pg=informational&sid=13242>

If you have friends or family members meeting you in LaGrange, they should park in the external parking at the high school football stadium.  Shuttle buses will drop them off near the Shell Team tent.  It will be the quickest and easiest way to get in the fairgrounds.  Print off a map from the link above or plug into your GPS for directions.

In Austin, we will have a Team Shell Tent as well.  Have your guest meet you there.  Look for the Shell Flags.  The tent is located behind the finish line on 17th and Congress Ave.

Let's all pray for clear skies and a tailwind to get us safely to Austin!  :)

Be Well!

Mark Poindexter
Shell Health - U.S. Wellness Manager

Tel: +01 832 337-2149

Cell:       713 248-5313