Two hundred cyclists are setting out to raise $129,000 toward a world free of MS by riding up to 126 miles over two days. Bike MS: Rock’n Hot Ride will depart from Garver, LLC in North Little Rock on Saturday, Sept. 8, and conclude at Garver, LLC on Sunday, Sept. 9. The ride will feature four fully stocked rest stops, medical support, SAG vehicles, HAM radio operators and a celebration party at the Ponce De Leon Center in Hot Springs Village at the Day 1 finish line.

“Bike MS is an experience grounded in camaraderie that brings together cyclists of all levels for one reason – to create a world free of MS,” said Karen Littlejohn, executive director, National MS Society, South Central.

“Funds raised from this event support cutting-edge MS research as well as programs and services for people living with MS in this community.”

Bike MS: Rock’n Hot Ride is one of nearly 80 rides across the country hosted by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. This year, more than 80,000 people are expected to participate in Bike MS nationwide.

Primal is the Premier National Sponsor of Bike MS and the official National Cycling Apparel Sponsor. Primal also sponsors “I Ride with MS,” a special program recognizing Bike MS cyclists living with the disease. The Pickle Juice Company is the National Sponsor of Bike MS. Local sponsors include Garver, Hot Springs Village, Farm Bureau, The Water Buffalo Brewing Co., D and H 10- Minit Lube and Sam’s Club.

To participate or volunteer, call 855.372.1331 or visit [email protected]. For more information about multiple sclerosis and the National MS Society, go to nationalMSsociety.org  or call 800.344.4867.