The City to Shore MS Bike Tour is 1 or 2 day ride held in New Jersey. The ride starts at the PATCO Woodcrest Station in Cherry Hill and finishes at the Ocean City High School in Ocean City, New Jersey. The ride's purpose is to raise money for multiple sclerosis, a chronic disease that affects the central nervous system. Started in 1980, the City to Shore Tour attracts over 7,000 cyclists of all ages and cycling abilities for up to 175 miles of cycling.
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Day One (Saturday) options include 25, 45, 75 mile routes. For ambitious riders who choose the 75 mile route, there is a 25 mile loop which can be added to the ride to make it a full century (100 miles).
At the finish line, a variety of events are held on the boardwalk in Ocean City, one of the most popular family vacation spots in the United States.
Day Two (Sunday) is limited to riders who choose to ride the 75 miles back to Cherry Hill.
The terrain for this tour is predominantly flatland in Central New Jersey.
The Bike Tour cyclists pay a fee to register and can ride as in individual or in a team. All riders must raise a minimum of $300 in donations. All of the donations received go to the National MS Society for research to find a cure for multiple sclerosis, and provide services for the 11,000 local people living with the disease.
The ride is fully supported with catered rest stops, bicycle mechanics, and support and gear (SAG) vehicles for all riders.
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