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8th Annual Conquer the Coast Saturday, September 24

Published on July 22, 2011 under Texas League (TL1)
Corpus Christi Hooks News Release


Corpus Christi, TX (July 22, 2011) - Now is the time to sign up for the 8th Annual Conquer the Coast bike ride and experience one of the best coastal trails in the United States as revealed by Coastal Living Magazine, June 2011 edition.

Conquer the Coast has become the ride of choice for avid cyclists and novice riders. The challenge is up to the cyclists with four levels of rides: a free 10-mile cruise, a 17-mile cruise, and the 68-mile ride with an option to add the "Toughest 18 miles in Texas" Time Trial.

Once again, all cyclists can experience the thrill and adrenaline rush of braving the Coastal Bend by conquering the coast while enjoying the beauty of Corpus Christi. The 10-mile, 17-mile and 68-mile rides begin at Whataburger Field, 734 E. Port Avenue on Saturday, September 24. The 68-mile cyclists get the race under way at 7:30 a.m. Their ride rolls over the 138-foot-high Harbor Bridge, to Portland, through Ingleside, Aransas Pass and to Port Aransas and the Port Aransas Ferry. Riders may have a chance encounter with a dolphin or two and continue through Upper Padre Island to the breath-taking views of Ocean Drive and Corpus Christi Bay back to Whataburger Field.

Also included in the 68-mile ride is the "Toughest 18 miles in Texas" Time Trial, which runs from Port Aransas to Packery Channel, usually against a strong Gulf breeze. The 10-mile and 17-mile cruise is just as captivating and rewarding with riders taking off at Whataburger Field towards Shoreline down Ocean Drive and back to the ballpark.

Bikes, bridges & beaches provide the backdrop for an amazing ride. The leadership and dedication to make this event a success come from co-chairmen Andy Heines of AEP Texas and Sean Murphy, Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce board member. Both enjoy the experience of cycling in the Coastal Bend and look forward to the number of cyclists who will take on the same adventure.

"This event helps showcase the beauty of the Coastal Bend," Heines said. "Additionally, our local economy benefits as cyclists from throughout the state come to town for the weekend to participate."

Added Murphy: "This is a fun and challenging event which showcases the natural beauty of our Coastal Bend communities while promoting a healthy, active lifestyle for people of all ages."

Proceeds generated by the 8th Annual Conquer the Coast benefit the Corpus Christi Chamber Foundation, STARRS (South Texas Area Runners and Riders) and the Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Tarpon Foundation.

For more information including registration, schedule and maps, visit, www.conquerthecoast.org Be sure to become a fan on Facebook - www.facebook.com/conquerthecoast and follow on Twitter - www.twitter.com/conquerthecoast.

*A special sign-up event is scheduled for Monday, July 25 at Brewster Street Ice House from 5 p.m-8 p.m. Included are:

· Happy Hour Specials

· Raffle Prizes & Giveaways, including vintage Conquer the Coast Jerseys from years past

· Special one-night discount on CtC registration, courtesy of Brewster Street Icehouse & STARRS

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