KFC Event Information

4 Routes

Choose between the 24 mile, 54 mile, 68 mile, or the 100 mile route.

The 2023 Katy Flatland Century Event Information

The 2023 Katy Flatland Century bike ride will be held on July 16, 2023. The starting point is Royal High School located at 34499 Royal Road, Brookshire, TX 77423.

Event Map Location Link – https://goo.gl/maps/nU5KoJiz4eCnRWQ98

Arriving early is recommended. Allow time for parking, registration, bike preparation etc.

This fully supported ride is one of the Houston area’s oldest rides and is presented by Northwest Cycling Club. Four different distances/routes are offered, including a 24 mile route, a 54 mile route, a 68 mile route, and a 100 mile century route. This fully supported ride is one of the areas favorite rides.

TRAFFIC CONTROL WILL BE PROVIDED BY AREA LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS.

Routes and Start Times: All start times are a Rolling Start and all riders need to be on route by 7:30 AM.

Distance
100 Mile
68 Mile
54 Mile
24 Mile
Start Time
6:45 AM
6:45 AM
7:00 AM
7:00 AM
Rest Stops

NOTE: THE RIDE WILL CLOSE AT 4:00 PM SHARP!

Registration dates, associated registration fees, and t-shirt availability

Registration only available online

REGISTER ONLINE
Register between 4/1/2023 & 5/31/202 for $60

After 6/1/2023 and before 6/30/2023 for $65

After 7/1/2023 and by 7/16/2023 for $75

**ALL REGISTRATION MUST BE DONE ONLINE, INCLUDING MORNING OF THE EVENT.**

Paper registration forms will not be available at any packet pick-up location, including on the day of the event. However, registration volunteers will be available to assist. If you decide to register on Sunday 7/16, register on your computer before you leave for Royal High School or be prepared to use your phone to register. Cell reception may be limited.

T-shirts will be available to online registrants who register between 4/1/2023 and 6/8/2023 and will be available at registration packet pickup.

Lunch will be served from 11 am until 4 pm.

Packet Pickup

Packet pickup will be at Houston Cycling Centers (Northwest Cyclery) on Friday 7/14 & Saturday 7/15, located at 17464 Northwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77040. Their phone number is 713-466-1240.

Friday 7/14 from 12pm to 5pm at Houston Cycling Centers (Northwest Cyclery)

Saturday 7/15 from 10am to 4pm at Houston Cycling Centers (Northwest Cyclery)

Packet pickup Map Location Link – https://goo.gl/maps/Q3RECBKeDynQ1Kr8A

Packet pick up for Sunday 7/16 will be at Royal High School.

Event Map Location Link – https://goo.gl/maps/nU5KoJiz4eCnRWQ98

Safety Expectations for NWCC Sponsored Rides

  • Helmets Required!!!
  • No earphones while riding
  • Follow all traffic laws unless directed by a local law enforcement
  • Ride single file on two lane roads as to not impede traffic. If you ride two abreast on two lane road you could get a ticket.
  • Riding more than two abreast is illegal.
  • Announce and / or use hand signals for changes in direction or speed.
  • Announce or signal road hazards to other riders.
  • Announce “slowing” or “stopping” when approaching intersections.
  • Scan and look behind you before changing position.
  • Pass on the left announcing, “on your left.” Do not pass on the right!
  • Watch for approaching traffic as well as traffic coming from the rear. Inform others by calling out “car up” or “car back.”
  • Move off the road to stop.
  • For SAG, move off the road, call (346) 334-7515, and take off your helmet.

COVID-19 Information

We expect riders not to ride if they are currently experiencing symptoms such as sore throat, cough, chills, body aches for unknown reasons, shortness of breath for unknown reasons, loss of smell, loss of taste, fever, temperature at or greater than 100 degrees Fahrenheit or if you have had these symptoms in the past two weeks. If you have been exposed to someone with COVID-19, been advised to get tested, or been advised to quarantine, we expect you not to ride in any of our group rides until the quarantine period has passed.

No refunds or transfers

For more information you may contact:
BBX Ride Director: Carl Grasshoff – Email kfc@nwcc.bike
NWCC Treasurer: Troy Ottmer – Email treasurer@nwcc.bike

Katy Flatland Century by Northwest Cycling Club - Houston, Texas

"The Katy Flatland Century is promoted and sponsored by Northwest Cycling Club. It is one of two rides that we organize each year to promote cycling in the greater Houston area. The proceeds from this ride go in various directions, are predominantly cycling related, and are naturally subject to the profitability of the ride."

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CONTACT INFO

For more information
send email to kfc@nwcc.bike

KFC Ride Director: Carl Grasshoff

Northwest Cycling Club