Join us for BIKE MS: Texas MS150 2024!

4/27-4/28 - Houston & Austin to College Station

All volunteer drivers are required to meet two requirements set by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society: (1) Pass a criminal background check (2) Pass a Motor Vehicle Record screening.

 All volunteer drivers must have average visual acuity; the ability to drive a large 15-passenger van through tight rider/pedestrian areas; possess the ability to lift up to 40 pounds, such as large bicycle. It is important that SAG drivers practice patience and are able to handle high-pressure situations. SAG drivers are required to have a second person (navigator) who is the co-pilot assisting the driver with directions, a second set of eyes and interact with passengers. Loading bikes is also a duty for Navigators. There is a maximum of two volunteers per van. SAG volunteers must be able to work from 5:30 or 6:30 a.m. to close of the course each day that they are committed to unless otherwise stated. 

SAG VAN VOLUNTEERS 

Special Assistance Group (SAG) Vans transport cyclists who are unable to ride to the next rest stop (or to lunch or finish). This volunteer position supports the Texas MS 150 as the official event SAG support team, and does not support a specific team, individual, or interest group. This is approximately a 20-40 hour commitment. Time includes mandatory meetings, training, rental pick-up the Friday before the event/rental drop-off (potentially Monday after the event), as well as SAG duties during the event. 

SAG Navigators are the co-pilots assisting the driver with directions, a second set of eyes and interact with passengers. Loading bikes is also a duty for Navigators. SAG Navigators can assist with driving if the proper requirements are met.

SAG BOX/BUS COMBINATIONS VOLUNTEERS

Special Assistance Group (SAG) box/bus combination vehicles transport cyclists from rest stop to rest stop or can transport cyclists and their bikes to lunch or finish. These volunteer positions support the Texas MS 150 as the official event SAG support team, and do not support a specific team, individual, or interest group. This is approximately a 40-hour commitment. Time includes mandatory meetings, training and rental pick-up the Friday before the event/rental drop-off the Monday after event weekend. Plus, SAG duties Saturday and Sunday of the event. 

School buses are operated by a company and are paired with box trucks which are driven and navigated by volunteers. 

Box/Bus Combo Navigators are the co-pilots assisting the driver with directions and a second set of eyes. Loading bikes is also a duty for Navigators. 

Box/Bus Combo Navigators can assist with driving if the proper requirements are met

**NEW Drivers for 2024** SAG Driver Volunteers may be required to participate in one ‘hands on’ Van training on a MS 150 recommended ride. This will be provided on one of 2 Rides for 2023 .  We will provide the Van, the mentor and instruction. Out of town volunteers will need to have worked a similar event and/or be recommended by another Bike MS SAG coordinator. If you are unsure if you meet the above stated requirements, please contact us and we will work with you. 

*By completing the sign-up process, you are applying to be a SAG Driver for the 2024 Texas MS 150. Sign-up does not constitute acceptance as a SAG Driver. When you meet all the requirements of the position, you will be notified and provided further information.* 

Volunteers make Bike MS possible! 

Thank you for your consideration in volunteering to help end MS forever.