Be on the lookout for the increasing number of cyclist riding around town!
Fast approaching is the Hotter than Hell 100. Where riders come from all over the world to ride in the largest single day 100-mile bicycle ride in the nation – and one of the largest in the world.
In 2015, more than 13,000 registrants participated in the Hotter’N Hell Hundred weekend events.
Did you know?
The Hotter’N Hell Hundred grew out of efforts to find a special way for Wichita Falls to celebrate its 1982 centennial.
The Wichita Falls Bicycle Club created a bicycle ride; 100-miles in 100-degree heat to celebrate 100-years, coining the name: Hotter’N Hell Hundred.
How far is it to HELL’s GATE….. What time does Hell’s Gate close and what happens?
Hell’s Gate is 61 miles into the 100-mile ride.
Hell’s Gate is normally schedule to close at 12:30 PM.
If ride conditions deteriorate to the point of being dangerous for riders, Hell’s Gate may be closed earlier at the direction of the Ride Medical Director.
When Hell’s Gate closes the remaining 40 miles of the 100 mile route will be closed and all riders will be directed to the alternate 75 mile route through SAFB.
Innovation…. the famous Camelbak Hydration Pack originated right here in Wichita Falls, TX?
AN IDEA BORN FROM THE MOST BASIC HUMAN NEED — THIRST It’s 198, bicycle enthusiast Michael Eidson, is competing in the “Hotter’N Hell 100.” And that’s exactly what it is: a 100-mile road race in the grueling summer heat of Wichita Falls, Texas. Water is vital to surviving the race, and there are few places to refill a water bottle. Eidson, an emergency medical technician by trade, decides to fill an IV bag with water and slip it into a white tube sock. Yes, a tube sock. Then he stuffs the contraption into the back of his bike jersey, throws the thin hose over his shoulder and clamps it with a clothespin. Hands-free hydration is born. And Eidson is able to drink as he pedals…while the other racers laugh and fiddle with their water bottles. More info.
Some of the week’s highlights
- Thursday, August 25 – Consumer Show opens in the Exhibit Hall of the Multi-Purpose Events Center.
- Friday, August 26 – Spaghetti Dinner, Ultra Criterium for USA Cycling racers
- Saturday, August 27 – The Big Day. Come on out and enjoy the “Organized Chaos”
- Sunday, August 28 – Wee-Chi-Tah Off-Road Trail Run, 10k, and Half Marathon
It is the volunteers that make the Hotter’N Hell Hundred possible!
If you are interested in volunteering call 940-322-8686.