CIRCUIT RACE
A mass-start road-cycle race somewhat similar to a criterium in that it consists of several laps of a closed circuit, but where the length of each circuit or lap is slightly longer, up to a couple of miles per lap.
Road is not closed to vehicles
Do not cross yellow line
Yield to faster moving traffic and race groups
COURSE & TACTICS
Training race, may include in race coaching. Great course to strengthen your climbing skills! Long straight flat sections with 2 climbs. After turn 1 you hit a steep climb for 1/4 mile, and after turn 4 it is about 1/2 mile at a moderate grade to the finish.
This group will lead out all other race categorys. Racers in this group are expected to be of a high level of fitness & execute experienced bike handling, group riding and racing skill.
- Laps: 5
- Distance: 35 miles
- Elevation: 243' per lap
This group will lead out all other race categorys. Racers in this group are expected to be of a high level of fitness & execute experienced bike handling, group riding and racing skill.
- Laps: 4
- Distance: 28 miles
- Elevation: 243' per lap
- Lap 1: Neutral
This group will start after the category 4/5 racers and may be chapperoned with experienced riders. Some group riding experience is preferred but not necessary.
- Laps: 3
- Distance: 21 miles
- Elevation: 243' per lap
- Lap 1: Neutral