The 22nd annual Coast the Coast Bike Ride for Multiple Sclerosis will be held May 18-19. Sponsored by the New Jersey Metro Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, proceeds will support multiple sclerosis research programs and fund local programs and services for those who are impacted by the disease.
Novice and expert cyclists can bike one or two days, with distances of 25-170 miles available. The 170-mile ride will end in Cape May.
Cyclists biking on May 18 will begin at Boylan Gym, Monmouth University, 400 Cedar Ave., West Long Branch.
Cyclists biking on May 19 will begin at Pinelands Regional School, 590 Nugentown Road, Little Egg Harbor.
There will be refreshment stations, bike repair support crews, first aid professionals and support vans to aid cyclists. For more information or to register, call MaryBeth Maclearie at 732-660-1005 or visit bikenjm.nationalmssociety.org.