2024 Norman Conquest
July 13
Our 27th annual ride raised funds for the J.D. McCarty Center. Proceeds from our event will help to fund programs for children with developmental disabilities and their families.
Thank you!
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Thank you! 〰️
Thanks to our wonderful sponsors, 365 registered riders, and hardworking Norman Conquest committee, we were able to donate $25,000 to the J. D. McCarty Center for their camp experience which they are expanding this fall!
Become a Sponsor!
J.D. McCarty Center & Norman Conquest - Helping Children Grow
Cyclists like to ride in groups because no one likes to ride alone, and no one likes to be left behind. The same can be said about life in general, but many children face daily struggles with being alone and falling behind due to developmental disabilities, and that is why the Bicycle League of Norman has dedicated so many years of support to the J.D. McCarty Center.
For nearly two decades, the Bicycle League of Norman has committed tens of thousands of dollars in proceeds from its annual Norman Conquest cycling event to support the children and staff at J.D. McCarty, and we invite you to join us in this commitment. The center serves children from birth to age 21 by enriching their lives with resources and support such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, language
therapy, medical care, and more. Eventually, these children move into adulthood, and the work being done at J.D. McCarty gives them tools and abilities that allow them to participate, contribute, and find fulfillment.
The Norman Conquest is one of Oklahoma’s oldest cycling events, attracting hundreds of bicycle riders each year from across Oklahoma and around the region. Always scheduled in early July, cyclists ride 62 miles and a variety of shorter distances through eastern Cleveland County’s undulating countryside. The ride is known for its summer heat and those who can overcome the substantial hills walk
away with a sense of pride, and even conquest. Because of its support for the community and its advocacy for fitness and healthy
lifestyles, Norman has embraced the Conquest ever since it was established in 1997, and we are returning to businesses and individuals throughout Norman for continued financial support.
While grassroots donations of $100 and $200 are of foundational importance to our event, we are also seeking leadership contributions of $500, $1,000, $2,500, $5,000, and more to reach this year’s $25,000 goal. We appreciate your consideration and your interest in the J.D. McCarty Center’s mission to help children overcome the challenges of disability so they can move into adult lives filled with promise and opportunity. And we hope you will share in our dedication because, as everyone knows, no one likes to be left behind.
Sponsorship inquires - email: bln.normanconquest@gmail.com
2023 Yellow Jersey Level Sponsor
2023 King of the Mountain Level Sponsors
2023 Green Jersey Level Sponsors
2023 Peloton Level Sponsors
2023 Domestique Level Sponsors
Annie’s Ruff House
athletic loft
Bryce C. Dorrough DDS MS PLLC
Celestial cycles
Central Oklahoma Parrothead Association
CLEVELAND COUNTY SHERIFF
First United Bank
Hiland Dairy
HOLLYWOOD CORNERS
OU Honors College Professors & Staff
OK Canine Corral
Oklahoma Copier Solutions
Oklahoma State Parks
Norman Emergency Response Team
PENNY HILL BAR & GRILL
SAM -n- ELLA + OWEN
Stretch Lab
SUBLIme signs
SYSCO
THE PALACE
Yellow Dog Coffee Company
2023 Event Information
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Norman Conquest Ride Day Information
We are very excited you chose to conquer the heat and hills on the Norman Conquest! Listed below is information about our event.
Event Location
JD McCarty Center
2002 East Robinson
Norman, OK 73071
Ride Time: 7:00 am
Staggered roll out beginning with 62 milers (red arrow route), 46 milers (blue arrow route), 23 milers (yellow arrow route), and finishing with the Town Tour riders (group ride will stay together and follow the ride leader). Course closes at 1:00 pm.
Parking
Parking will be in the JD McCarty Center paved parking lot with overflow parking in the field west of the main lot (if needed). Parking attendants with red and orange flags will assist with parking.
Packet Pickup
Friday, July 7 at O’Connell’s Irish Pub, 769 Asp Ave, Norman, OK 73069 – 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Riders can enjoy a free dinner of spaghetti, salad, bread and a beer/soft drink. Meatless sauce option until supplies last.
Saturday, July 8 at JD McCarty Center (inside building) – 5:45 am to 6:45 am
Riders will be guaranteed a t-shirt.
Onsite Registration
Onsite registration will be available on Friday evening at O’Connell’s and Saturday morning at JD McCarty. Riders will be directed to Bike Reg to register. Credit card payments are preferred.
Rules of the Road
- The Norman Conquest is not a race!
- Course is marked with color coded arrows and signs at all intersections and turns.
- Sheriff deputies will be present at major intersections.
- The course marshall will direct riders to the multi use path after crossing Highway 9 at SW 36th.Road Hazards
- White paint will designate any road hazards.
- The 46 and 62 mile routes will be crossing Highway 9 going South (with no stop light) at 60th. Police support will be present.
- Short, steep hill immediately after turning North on 36th from Cedar Lane. 46 and 62 mile routes are affected.Signage
All routes will have color coded signs and arrows at all intersections and turns. 62-Red,46-Blue,25-Yellow
Rest Stops
Corner Market Convenience Store- 84th and Franklin – not an official rest stop (all routes)
Rest Stop #1 - Lake Thunderbird State Park East Sentinel Area – Alameda (just after turn off Mohawk) (all routes)
Rest Stop #2 - Maguire Store – Maguire and 96th – ice and water stop only (46 and 62 routes)
Rest Stop #3 - Cedar Country Fire Department Station 1 – Post Oak and 180th – (62 route only)
Rest Stop #4 – 120th and Banner – (46 and 62 routes)
Rest Stop #5 – 48th and Maguire – (46 and 62 routes)
Each rest stop will have smiling, happy volunteers with water, ice, Gatorade, oranges, bananas, pickles, pickle juice, an assortment of snacks and portable toilets.
SAG
SAG Support Phone Number – 405-613-5945
Scissortail Cycles and Phat Tire Bike Shop will be providing SAG for all routes. SAG will assist with minor repairs and taxi you to the nearest rest stop or finish line.
Emergency Medical Services will be roving the course throughout the event.
Scissortail Cycles and Phat Tire Bike Shop will provide pre ride bike checks at JD McCarty.
2023 Schedule
Friday July 7
5-8 p.m. - Packet pick-up, registration, and pasta dinner at O’Connell’s (769 Asp Ave, Norman, OK 73069)
Saturday, July 8
5:45-6:45 a.m. - Packet pick-up at JD McCarty Center (2002 E Robinson St, Norman, OK 73071)
7 a.m. - Rides begin, staggered roll out beginning with 62 milers, then 46 milers, then 23 milers, finishing with the Town Tour Riders
9-10 a.m. - Light breakfast for early returning riders
10 a.m. -1 p.m. - Lunch
12 p.m.-??? - After Party at Lazy Circles (422 E Main St, Norman, OK 73071). Pick up your drink ticket at the last aid station!
1 p.m. - Course Closed
2023 Routes
Expect our typical hilly east Norman challenge of 62, 46, and 23 mile loops.
Check out our interactive maps for desktop browser and mobile devices.
Download a PDF of the 62, 46, and 23 mile routes.
Download routes as a .gpx file for your bike computer
Need instructions for loading .gpx file to your bike computer?
Our Town Tour will be a 12 mile group ride that heads into Norman - great for families and beginning cyclists. The tour will have a leader and will stick together. We will have one stop on the OU campus for a water refill and cookies.
Routes are subject to minor changes. Please check your route the week before the event.
Online registration is closed.
Registration includes:
Supported bike ride, with aid stations (stocked with water, gatorade, and snacks) or convenience stores approximately every 12 miles, Sag Wagon, and police at major intersections.
Full lunch after the ride in air conditioning (vegetarian meal available)
T-shirt with this year’s design
Camaraderie with fellow bike lovers
AND MOST IMPORTANTLY gratification of knowing that you are supporting an amazing center that benefits children with developmental disabilities. Learn more about the J. D. McCarty Center!
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