This week, managing editor Jeff Flinn sits down with Greg Pratt (Event Director) and Shawn Hudson (IT Director) of the Tour de Boerne — one of Texas's premier cycling events — ahead of their June 27th ride at Joshua Springs Park and Preserve. With 1,000 registered riders from across the country, three challenging Hill Country routes, and over $70,000 raised for local charities last year, the Tour de Boerne has grown into something truly special. Tune in to find out everything you need to know before race day.

0:00 — Welcome & Introduction to Tour de Boerne

0:42 — How Tour de Boerne Got Started (2019, St. Peter's Church)

1:22 — Surviving COVID in 2020 & Moving to Don Strange Ranch

1:45 — New Venue: Joshua Springs Park & Preserve

2:06 — Growth to 1,000 Riders & $70,000 in Charity Donations

2:25 — Local Organizations Supported by the Ride

3:06 — Volunteers: 200+ from Knights of Columbus & Catholic Daughters

4:48 — A Premier Texas Cycling Event (Riders from 7 States, Manu Ginóbili!)

5:22 — The Three Courses: 28, 45, and 63 Miles

5:38 — SAG Vehicles, Air Force Cycling Team & Motorcycle Marshals

6:13 — Routes Through Center Point, Waring, Comfort & Sisterdale

7:20 — Event Amenities: BBQ, Beer, IV Service & Chiropractor

9:15 — It's a Ride, Not a Race (But Finisher Medals Are Earned)

10:25 — How to Find Course Maps: tourdeboerne.com

11:25 — Family Activities at the Event (YMCA Partnership)

13:03 — Rider Testimonials & What Makes This Event Special

14:01 — Parking, Logistics & Rider Experience Planning

18:41 — Rider Safety, Road Etiquette & Course Signage

19:38 — Rest Stops, Pickle Pops & SAG Support Details

22:27 — Packet Pickup at Free Roam Brewery (Friday, 3–7 PM)

23:19 — Emotional Wrap-Up & Honoring Last Year's Flood Victims

24:26 — Final Details, Sign-Off & "Hotter Than Hell with Hills"

🚴 Registration & Course Maps: tourdeboerne.com

📦 Packet Pickup: Friday, June 26 | Free Roam Brewery | 3–7 PM

🏁 Ride Day: Saturday, June 27 | Joshua Springs Park & Preserve | 7:00 AM start

The Boerne Brew airs every Saturday on Boerne Radio 103.9 FM in partnership with The Boerne Star.

Original Air Date: June 20, 2026, as heard on Boerne Radio 103.9FM

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