MID SOUTH ETIQUETTE
Respect the land, public and private roads, and their history. Without access to these beautiful spaces, our experiences would not be possible. This is a privilege we must respect.
Be grateful guests and seek to understand those who were here before you. This land is the ancestral home of the Osage, Kiowa, Wichita, Quapaw, Kickapoo, Seminole and Pawnee Nations and Otoe-Missouria Tribe. As we ride and run, we acknowledge these original caretakers who have sustained a connection to this place for much longer than we have.
Discrimination and Harassment policy
At The Mid South, we are committed to providing and fostering an environment where everyone is welcome and feels safe. Harassment or discrimination based on an individual’s race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, sexual orientation, sexual identity, age, military status, socioeconomic status or religion will not be tolerated. All participants, volunteers, spectators and sponsors are expected and required to abide by this policy. Violation of this policy may result in removal from the event, prohibition from participating in future events, law enforcement involvement, or other appropriate measures, contingent on the circumstances.
Abide by the formal rules of the road. All roads are open to traffic. For your safety, please be constantly aware of your surroundings and obey traffic rules. You are an ambassador of cycling — please represent the sport well!
No outside support crews on course except in designated areas. Participants may help other participants with mechanical support, navigation, or any other means.
Never litter.
Respect private and public property. Please make nature stops privately and respectfully.
Helmets are required in all The Mid South cycling events.
When you register for The Mid South 2023, you agree to abide by all Oklahoma state and local ordinances regarding masks, distancing, out of state travel, and quarantine as well as any additional safety protocols set in place by The Mid South race directors as the policies stand on March 9-11, 2023.
Celebrate! Because we don’t do it enough. Cheers.
FAQ
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Can I VOLUNTEER?
Volunteer opportunities will go live January 1, 2025. Perks include guaranteed registration for 2026, limited edition Mid South volunteer t-shirt and swag. We couldn’t do this without our awesome volunteers!
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CAN I TRANSFER MY ENTRY? CAN I TRANSFER TO A DIFFERENT CATEGORY?
Yes. The deadline to transfer a registration is 11:59 p.m. CST, March 1, 2025.
A link in your confirmation email from bikereg.com will have all the information you need to transfer your registration to another participant. You may also use that same link from your confirmation email to switch to a different category. No need to contact us. You can make all the changes yourself.
You are responsible for completing all financial transactions related to your transfer. BikeReg and The Mid South do not facilitate financial transactions for transfers.
Visit The Mid South Transfer Forum on Facebook to sell your spot. If you can’t find your registration email, contact us at crystal@midsouthgravel.com.
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I DO NOT HAVE A SUPPORT CREW. WHAT ARE MY OPTIONS?
We offer neutral water and nutrition at the halfway points for the 12 mile, 50 mile, and 100 mile cycling events. Neutral mechanical support for all 100 mile riders provided by Orange Seal.
Please remember support vehicles are never allowed on course. If you have support, you can only take support from your crew at the 100 mile halfway point.
The 50K Ultra Marathon and Half Marathon events will have a variety of food and drink options along the course at 5-mile increments. 50K support crews can meet you at the halfway 50k aid station at mile 15 and must park off course on 68th street.
Please note that we cannot provide for everyone’s specific needs, so if you have dietary restrictions, please consider packing enough food for the entire course.
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IF I BRING SOMEONE, WILL THEY HAVE ANYTHING TO DO?
Absolutely! Check out the full schedule of events going on from Thursday-Saturday. Walkable highlights include the OSU Museum of Art, local dining, breweries and shopping all here in downtown.
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WHEN IS PACKET PICKUP, AND ARE THERE RIDERS AND RUNNERS MEETINGS?
50K Ultra Marathon, Half Marathon and Double check-in will be Thursday 3 p.m.-6 p.m., and Friday 7 a.m.-8 a.m. The runners meeting will begin at 7:30 am on Friday morning.
100, 50 and 12 mile check-in will be Friday 12 p.m.-8 p.m. and Saturday 7 a.m.-8 a.m.
Riders meeting is Friday at 6pm at the JHS Main Stage.
Check-in is located in the big Mid South tent at 6th and Husband near District Bicycles.
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HOW DO I GET MY BIKE TO STILLWATER?
The Mid South is stoked to partner with BikeFlights.com to make getting you and your bike to Stillwater much easier and less stressful.
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WHAT IS YOUR REFUND POLICY?
All registration fees are non-refundable.
In the case that The Mid South 2025 is unable to happen or is restricted due to state guidelines or other reasons, registrants will have the option to either 1) Defer until 2026, or 2) Receive 50 percent refund.
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What is your deferral policy?
Deferrals will be accepted after Feb. 15, 2025. If you know you won’t be able to attend prior to Feb. 15, consider selling your entry to a prospective participant.
Participants can defer to the following year’s event and pay 100 percent of the entry fee upon registration.
Requests to defer must be made via email to crystal@midsouthgravel.com, and must be timestamped no later than 7:59 a.m. Saturday, March 1, 2025.
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What is the Get Here Grant and how do I apply?
The Get Here Grant aims to remove financial barriers for more people to join the fun!
Applications will be accepted between 8 a.m. Oct. 14 and 5 p.m. Oct. 31, United States CST. Grant winners will be notified and announced no later than 5 p.m. Nov. 14th.
Ten individuals will be chosen to receive free entry into their choice of category and distance in The Mid South 2025, a travel stipend, race-day nutrition, gear, bike maintenance or whatever else is standing between them and a fulfilling and fun weekend in Stillwater.
