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Real Ale Ride

Real Ale Ride

Real Ale Brewing Co
Blanco, TX 78606 US

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Wednesday: Packet Pickup

October 15, 2025

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Greet riders, assign and distribute their bibs, and share key ride-day info to ensure they’re ready to roll.

Volunteers receive a 2025 Real Ale Ride shirt!
**Complete this shift and earn a free REAL Texas Light ride registration! **

Location

Trek Bicycle Lamar
517 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704

Friday: Packet Pickup

October 17, 2025

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Greet riders, assign and distribute their bibs, and share key ride-day info to ensure they’re ready to roll.

Volunteers receive a 2025 REAL Ale Ride shirt!
**Complete this shift and earn a free Real Texas Light ride registration! **

Location

Real Ale Brewing Company
2250 US-281, Blanco, TX 78606

Rest Stops

Rest Stop 1 Captain High Priority

October 18, 2025

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Lead the team at Rest Stop #1. Follow the Rest Stop Packet, keep the contact list (medical, law enforcement, Park, SAG/support) handy, and pick up rest stop food/supplies at the brewery the day before the ride (or notify the volunteer coordinator if you need an alternate pickup).

Report directly to Rest Stop #1 — do NOT come to the brewery before your shift.

Location

3175 Trainer Wuest Road
Blanco, TX 78606
(GPS 30.079241 -98.486759)

Rest Stop 2 Captain High Priority

October 18, 2025

Details

Lead the team at Rest Stop #2. Follow the Rest Stop Packet, keep the contact list (medical, law enforcement, Park, SAG/support) handy, and pick up rest stop food/supplies at the brewery the day before the ride (or notify the volunteer coordinator if you need an alternate pickup).

Report directly to Rest Stop #2 — do NOT come to the brewery before your shift.

Location

160 Crabapple Rd, Kendalia, TX 78027
(GPS 29°59'32.7""N 98°31'18.7""W)

Rest Stop 3 Captain High Priority

October 18, 2025

Details

Lead the team at Rest Stop #3. Follow the Rest Stop Packet, keep the contact list (medical, law enforcement, Park, SAG/support) handy, and pick up rest stop food/supplies at the brewery the day before the ride (or notify the volunteer coordinator if you need an alternate pickup).

Report directly to Rest Stop #3 — do NOT come to the brewery before your shift.

Location

801 Ranch to Market 3160
Boerne, TX 78006
(NE corner of Edge Falls Rd & FM 3351)

Rest Stop 4 Captain High Priority

October 18, 2025

Details

Lead the team at Rest Stop #4. Follow the Rest Stop Packet, keep the contact list (medical, law enforcement, Park, SAG/support) handy, and pick up rest stop food/supplies at the brewery the day before the ride (or notify the volunteer coordinator if you need an alternate pickup).

Report directly to Rest Stop #4 — do NOT come to the brewery before your shift.

Location

Intersection of RM 1888 & Farm Rd 1623
Blanco, TX 78606
(gravel SW corner)

Rest Stop 1 High Priority

October 18, 2025

Details

Set up and maintain the stop—prep/restock snacks, direct riders to Water Monsters and restrooms, cheer on riders while keeping the area clear and safe, assist the captain as needed, then tear down and collect all trash at the end.

Report directly to Rest Stop #1 — do NOT come to the brewery before your shift.

Location

3175 Trainer Wuest Road
Blanco, TX 78606
(GPS 30.079241 -98.486759)

Rest Stop 2 High Priority

October 18, 2025

Details

Set up and maintain the stop—prep/restock snacks, direct riders to Water Monsters and restrooms, cheer on riders while keeping the area clear and safe, assist the captain as needed, then tear down and collect all trash at the end.

Report directly to Rest Stop #2 — do NOT come to the brewery before your shift.

Location

160 Crabapple Rd, Kendalia, TX 78027
(GPS 29°59'32.7""N 98°31'18.7""W)

Rest Stop 3 High Priority

October 18, 2025

Details

Set up and maintain the stop—prep/restock snacks, direct riders to Water Monsters and restrooms, cheer on riders while keeping the area clear and safe, assist the captain as needed, then tear down and collect all trash at the end.

Report directly to Rest Stop #3 — do NOT come to the brewery before your shift.

Location

801 Ranch to Market 3160
Boerne, TX 78006
(NE corner of Edge Falls Rd & FM 3351)

Rest Stop 4 High Priority

October 18, 2025

Details

Set up and maintain the stop—prep/restock snacks, direct riders to Water Monsters and restrooms, cheer on riders while keeping the area clear and safe, assist the captain as needed, then tear down and collect all trash at the end.

Report directly to Rest Stop #4 — do NOT come to the brewery before your shift.

Location

Intersection of RM 1888 & Farm Rd 1623
Blanco, TX 78606
(gravel SW corner)

SAG

SAG Driver High Priority

You must be 25 or older to volunteer for this task.

October 18, 2025

Details

Drive assigned area of route and assist cyclists with mechanical issues or provide a lift to nearest rest stop. Requires knowledge of the route. Vans, trucks, or SUVs are preferable. A valid driver's license and proof of insurance are required for this position.
These positions are reimbursed for mileage.

SAG Volunteers receive a 2025 Real Ale Ride shirt, lunch and access to the post-ride party, including four half pints of beer (21+)!

Location

Real Ale Ride
200 Park Lane, Blanco, TX 78606

SAG Motorcycle Marshal

You must be 25 or older to volunteer for this task.

October 18, 2025

Details

Drive assigned area of route and assist cyclists with mechanical issues. Monitor cyclists to ensure they are following the rules of the road and staying on course. Requires knowledge of the route. A valid driver's license and proof of insurance are required for this position.
These positions are reimbursed for mileage.

SAG Volunteers receive a 2025 Real Ale Ride shirt, lunch and access to the post-ride party, including four half pints of beer (21+)!

Location

Real Ale Ride
200 Park Lane, Blanco, TX 78606

Corner Marshal 1

October 18, 2025

Details

Guide riders to the correct turn each time they approach the 5-way intersection—especially the 75-mile riders on their 3rd pass—while staying off the roadway and cheering them on.

Location

1 Old Blanco Rd
Intersection of Old Blanco Rd & FM 473
(GPS 29°58'58.7""N 98°33'00.0""W)

Corner Marshal 2

October 18, 2025

Details

Ensure riders come to a complete stop at the 5-way intersection and then make the right turn only when the way is clear—cheer them on, but keep them safe and single file.

Location

1 Crabapple Rd, Kendalia, TX
Intersection of FM 473 & Old Crabapple Rd
(GPS 29.969128, -98.521321)

Corner Marshal 3

October 18, 2025

Details

Guide 60/75-mile riders right onto River Run on their first pass and 15/30/50 riders straight; on the second pass, send everyone straight on FM 1623. At ~1:15 PM, close the right turn and direct all riders straight—if anyone insists on turning right, advise that rest stops, SAG, and medical may no longer be on course; cheer them on while keeping riders safe and single file.

Location

1500 River Run, Blanco, TX
Intersection of FM 1623 & River Run Rd
(GPS 30°05'59.9""N 98°26'19.4""W)

Corner Marshal 4

October 18, 2025

Details

Direct 75-mile riders straight on Kendalia Rd and 60-mile riders right onto Trainer Wuest Rd. At 1:30 PM, enforce right-turn only for all riders; if anyone insists on going straight, advise that rest stops, SAG, and medical may no longer be on course—cheer them on while keeping riders safe and single file.

Location

1324 Kendalia Rd, Blanco, TX 78606

Brewery

Traffic & Parking High Priority

October 18, 2025

Details

Direct riders and guests to designated parking areas and help keep routes clear to ensure rider safety.

Volunteers receive a 2025 Real Ale Ride shirt and access to the post-ride party, including four half pints of beer (21+)!

Location

Real Ale Ride
200 Park Lane, Blanco, TX 78606

Gear Check & Volunteer Check-In

October 18, 2025

Details

Manage gear check for riders and assist with checking in volunteers, distributing shirts, and directing them to their assigned locations.

Volunteers receive a 2025 Real Ale Ride shirt and access to the post-ride party, including four half pints of beer (21+)!

Location

Real Ale Ride
200 Park Lane, Blanco, TX 78606

Packet Pickup High Priority

October 18, 2025

Details

Greet riders, assign and distribute their bibs, and share key ride-day info to ensure they’re ready to roll.

Volunteers receive a 2025 Real Ale Ride shirt and access to the post-ride party, including four half pints of beer (21+)!

Location

Real Ale Ride
200 Park Lane, Blanco, TX 78606

Event Support

October 18, 2025

Details

Help out where needed! Tasks may include directing guests, staging riders, parking assistance, packet pickup, venue setup, gear check, rest stop support, or other general event needs.

Volunteers receive a 2025 Real Ale Ride shirt and access to the post-ride party, including four half pints of beer (21+)!

Location

Real Ale Ride
200 Park Lane, Blanco, TX 78606

Post-Ride Cleanup

October 18, 2025

Details

Enjoy your ride and the post-ride fun, then lend a hand with cleanup! Help collect trash, stack tables and chairs, and tidy up the venue.

Volunteers receive a 2025 Real Ale Ride shirt and access to the post-ride party, including four half pints of beer (21+)!

Location

Real Ale Ride
200 Park Lane, Blanco, TX 78606

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