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EVENT: 2nd ANNUAL LBJ 100 BICYCLE TOUR, March 28, 2009 [Editor's Note: This page refers to a prior year event. To see details for current year events, please go to the Activities page. Thanks] A Ride To Preserve History: 
Come join us for a ride destined to become one of the premier cycle venues in the springtime Texas Hill Country. The 2nd Annual LBJ 100 Bicycle Tour "saddles up" again on March 28, 2009 (9:00 a.m. start time).
With "wheels down" and a finish on the air strip of the historic LBJ Ranch, the tour traverses hilly, scenic, low-traffic ranch roads adjacent to the Ranch. Routes of 10, 32, 45 and 62-miles (100 km) are provided. As an added feature, Luci Baines Johnson leads an additional, special 10-mile historical tour (11:00 a.m. start time), with narration at each of the landmarks on the Ranch - the Texas White House, cattle barn, old school, old homestead, and the Johnson family cemetery. The Tour sponsors include the Friends of Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park, the Hill Country Bicycle Touring Club, the National Park Service, and the Western National Parks Association. All net proceeds from the Tour go to the betterment of the Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park. 
A major leader of the Democratic Party and the 36th U.S. President (1963-1968), Lyndon Johnson loved nothing more than the tranquility and majestic setting of his Hill Country Ranch. Much of his Great Society legislation -- The "War on Poverty," Medicare (health care for the elderly), Medicaid (health care for the poor), aid to education, and critical Civil Rights laws -- was designed in the serenity of this environment. LBJ and Lady Bird deeded the ranch to the American people in 1972. With the passing of Lady Bird in 2007, the ranch is now part of the National Park Service. The LBJ 100 annual event is the premier ride to promote, protect and preserve the history of this national park site. Click Route Map for a detailed route map (pdf file). Flash Update! The LBJ 100 Bicycle Tour is now included as a Tour de Cure Training Ride. See: TdC Flyer and their: Web details. LBJ 100 REGISTRATION: On-line registration is now closed for this event. Adults and youth $30 by March 14th ($40 after) and includes supported rides with maps, rest stops, sag support, bandana and a ride T-shirt (to pre-registered riders). To register by US Mail, print and complete the Registration Form and mail it with your check to the address given. To register on-line and pay by credit/debit card via PayPal, click On-Line Registration.
****ALERT****: On-line registrations for the LBJ100 Bike Ride will close at 10:00pm, Friday, March 27, 2009.
By registering on-line, you hereby agree to the following waiver statement:
On-Site Registration at LBJ Ranch:
Saturday, March 28, 2009 - Ride day! On-site registration (cash or
check only) and packet pick-up will begin on the LBJ Ranch air strip at
7:00 AM. Take US 290 west of Johnson City, and exit at Ranch road
1. Go north on Park Road 49. Follow the signs to the parking
area at the north end of the Ranch air strip. Please arrive at
registration by 8:45 AM, as the road out of the Ranch will be temporarily
closed to allow egress of the riders. Rides will leave the Ranch
starting at 9:00 AM.
LODGING: Two of the closest B&Bs are: Sandy Road Guest Haus: www.SandyRoadGuestHaus.com, an excellent value that is conveniently located for this event on RR 1320 near RR 2766. Heritage Farms B&B: East of Stonewall and Hye, on US 290. See www.heritagefarmsbandb.com for pictures and additional information. Johnson City, 14 miles east of the park, has hotels and several B&Bs. Check out the Johnson City Chamber of Commerce website at www.johnsoncitytexaschamber.com/business_category/cat_5_lodging.html or phone the Chamber of Commerce at (830) 868-7684. Fredericksburg, 15 miles west of the park, also has many hotels and bed and
breakfasts. Check out the Fredericksburg Web site at www.fredtexlodging.com or phone the Fredericksburg Convention and Visitors Bureau at (830) 997-6523.
Other lodging, attractions, dining, and area information can be found at www.HillCountryPortal.com. SAG SUPPORT & SAFETY: Because we care about your safety, all riders must wear ANSI, Snell or ASTM certified bicycle helmets and obey traffic laws. Please choose routes within your capabilities and be prepared to make minor repairs. Roving support with snacks and fluids will be available on the ride. We cannot anticipate every road surface hazard or construction project you will encounter on this tour. You, the rider, are ultimately responsible for your own safety during your ride!! Use common sense and caution at all times. 
THE HILL COUNTRY BICYCLE TOURING CLUB is a recreational organization for cyclists of all abilities. Most of our rides are leader led where we stay together in groups. Maps may be available for riders who want to ride at their own pace. Each year the club offers several weekend tours and one week long tour. In addition to making friends and riding with others of similar ability, members get a 10% discount on parts and accessories at participating bicycle shops. The annual dues are only $12.00. Visit the Club web site at www.hcbtc.org To see and hear their public service announcement video about this ride, click the video image on the right >> HCBTC MORE INFORMATION: Contact Ethel Pedraza at (210) 414-8559, azardepe@hotmail.com or Ray Marques at (210) 394-0854, casamarques@satx.rr.com. Larry Norwood and Pam Alspaugh, Friends of LBJ National Historical Park Board Members |
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