Technical Guide

2017

August 12, 2017

(REV. 12/05/17)

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Table of Contents

Introduction……………………………………………….. Page 3

About Colorado Springs………………………………….. Page 4

Travel Info……………………………………… Page 4

Housing & Accommodations…………………... Page 5

About Pikes Peak…………………………………………. Page 5

Area Map and Mileage……………………………………. Page 6

Pre-Event Information

Registration …………………..………………… Page 7

Packet Pickup…………………………………… Page 7

Altitude & Hydrations………………………..… Page 7

Race Numbers…………………………………... Page 8

Highway Access……………................................ Page 8

Clothing…………………………………………. Page 9

Gear Bags……………………………………….. Page 9

Timing and Results……………………………… Page 10

Awards………………………………………….. Page 10

Festival/Awards Area…………………………… Page 10

Athlete Testing/Anti-Doping Area……………… Page 11

Communication…………………………………. Page 12

Course Notes

Course Map……………………………………. Page 13

Start Area………………….…………………… Page 14

Halfway Picnic Grounds Rest Area/Finish…….. Page 14

Ski Area Support Services……………………… Page 14

Glen Cove Rest Area/Finish……………………. Page 15

Double Cut Support Services…………………… Page 15

Devil’s Playground Rest Area………………….. Page 15

Summit Finish Line…………………………….. Page 16

Descent…………………………………………. Page 17

Technical Support……………………………… Page 17

Medical Support………………………………… Page 18

Sanitation………………………………………... Page 18

Rules, Regulations & Eligibility

License Requirements…………………………… Page 18

Eligibility……………………………………...… Page 19

Rules………………………………………...….. Page 19

Permissions, Permits & Insurance………………………… Page 20

Timelines

Event Timeline………………………………….. Page 20

Start Schedule…………………………………… Page 22

Event Staff…………………………………...…….……… Page 23

Event Maps

Course Map……………………………………… Page 23

Penrose Hospital Map…………………………… Page 24

Memorial Hospital Map………………………… Page 25

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Introduction

We are excited to announce the the 2017 USA Cycling Hill Climb National Championships will be held

on Pikes Peak America’s Mountain (PPAM), just west of downtown Colorado Springs, Colorado, on

Saturday, August 12, 2017. The USAC National Championships event will be produced by the Colorado

Springs Sports Corporation in partnership with USA Cycling and will be conducted under the National

Championships guidelines from USA Cycling and will meet specifications for National Championships

events. All participants MUST be annual members of USA Cycling to compete.

The Sports Corp will also produce The Broadmoor Pikes

Peak Cycling Hill Climb as a Gran Fondo (community fun

ride) in conjunction with the USA Cycling Hill Climb National

Championships. This event will be open to the general

public and USA Cycling membership will not be required for

participation. There will be three distances offered to

participants of the Gran Fondo: finishing at the Summit,

Glen Cove, or Halfway Picnic Grounds.

Both races will take place simultaneously with the coordinated scheduling and operational efforts of

USA Cycling (USAC) and Colorado Springs Sports Corp (CSSC). All efforts will be made to produce a

quality National Championships experience for those riders competing in that race, while at the same

time offering the unique opportunity for the general public to participate in a Gran Fondo event. It

should be an exciting event for all those involved and resources can be allocated to both events at the

same time.

Each race will be fully supported throughout the event. The race course will follow the same route as

The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb auto race, along Pikes Peak Highway. The start line

will be approximately 7 miles up hill from the Gateway, and the finish line will be at the summit of Pikes

Peak. USAC will provide the truss system at both the start and finish. A Festival Area will be created

near the start line. This will be where cyclists will check in prior to the race and it will also be the

location of the awards ceremony.

The event will be held early in the morning with access to the Highway only allowed by those with

special passes for the event. Family members and team support staff will be able to purchase passes

prior to the event, or at the Gateway the morning of the event. Participants will receive passes for the

Gateway in their race packets. No spectator or support vehicles will be allowed above the start line

prior to 9:00 am. All efforts will be made to reduce the impact on regular paying visitors to the Highway.

Road closures and openings will be coordinated with Highway staff and rangers. It is expressly

understood that these races will be held in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth in the

Special Use Agreement between the City of Colorado Springs and the CSSC.

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The intent of this document is to outline the technical aspects of the event and provide details that may

be helpful for the participants. The contents are subject to change as necessary for event operations

and logistics, or safety reasons. Participants will be notified of significant changes through one of the

following methods: email, written notification, verbal announcements and/or postings onsite.

About Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs is located 61 miles (98 km) south of

Denver. The altitude of the city downtown is 6,035 feet

(1,839 m) although many areas of the city are significantly

higher. The city is situation at the base of Pikes Peak

America’s Mountain, at the eastern edge of the southern

Rocky Mountains.

With an estimated population of 439,886 (2013), it is the

second most populous city in the state of Colorado and

the 41st most populous city in the United States. The city

covers 186.1 square miles, and was founding in 1871 by General William Palmer. Colorado Springs has

an average summer high temperature of 85° F/29.4° C and average summer low of 55° F/12.7° C.

Please visit www.coloradospringssports.org and click on the “Attractions” tab, or CLICK HERE, to learn

about many of the great things there are to do while you are in the area.

Getting Here:

Travel to Colorado Springs is fast and convenient by plane or car. Interstate 25 splits through the middle

of the city and connects with Highway 24 at exit 141. A short 9.5 mile drive to the west is Cascade,

Colorado, and the start of Pikes Peak Highway. The Colorado Springs Marriott (host hotel & packet

pickup location) is just west of I-25 from exit 148.

Situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains, the Colorado Springs Airport is one

of the easiest and most welcoming terminals you will find. Airlines with flights into

Colorado Springs include:

Alaska – 800-252-7522

Allegiant – 702-505-8888

American Airlines – 800-433-7300

Delta – 800-221-1212

Frontier – 801-401-9000

United – 800-864-8331

Taxis are available just outside the main terminal entrance and include:

Springs Cab – 719-444-8989

Yellow Cab – 719-777-7777

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Rental car desks are conveniently located next to baggage claim and include:

Alamo – 719-574-8579

Avis – 800-331-1212

Budget – 800-527-0700

Enterprise – 800-736-8222

Hertz – 800-654-3131

National – 800-327-9633

Private car services, limousines, and buses are also available from the airport. Click here to see what is

available, or go to www.flycos.com and follow tab for Parking & Transportation.

Denver International Airport is located only 80 miles to the north of Colorado Springs. Rental vehicles

are available and there are also several shuttle services between Denver and Colorado Springs, including

Colorado Springs Shuttle – 877-587-3456

Front Range Shuttle – 719-237-2646

Housing & Accommodations:

Hotel Eleganté is the host hotel for the USA Cycling Hill

Climb National Championships this year. They are located

at 2886 S. Circle Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80906, 719-

576-5900. The hotel is on the east side of I-25 at exjt 138.

Packet pickup will be held at the hotel on Thursday and

Friday prior to the race, from 6:00-8:00 pm each day.

.

The Broadmoor Resort is the host hotel for The Broadmoor

Pikes Peak Cycling Hill Climb. They are located at 1 Lake Ave.,

Colorado Springs, CO 80906. 855-634-7711. The resort can

easily be accessed from I-25 using exit 138 and heading west

on Lake Ave. for 3 miles. You CANNOT pick up packets at the

Broadmoor Resort. You will need to go to Hotel Eleganté

which is 3.1 miles east of The Broadmoor on the same street.

Additional accommodations can be seen by clicking here, or visiting www.visitcos.com.

About Pikes Peak

Pikes Peak is located on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains and is one of the most famous summits

in the United States. The summit is 14,115 feet above sea level and 8,000 feet above what is known as

the “Pikes Peak Region.” This region includes many popular mountain towns at its base such as

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Exit 141

Exit 138

Pikes Peak

Highway

Cascade

Start

Exit 135

Colorado Springs, Manitou Spring, Woodland Park, Cripple Creek and Cañon City. It is located within the

Pikes National Forest.

The discovery of Pikes Peak dates back to the early 1700’s but wasn’t

called Pikes Peak until an expedition lead by explorer Zebulon Pike,

whom the mountain was later named for. Unfortunately for Pike, he

was unable to reach the summit. Since this failed attempt, explorers and

travelers alike have made the same journey. Popular routes up Pikes

Peak include hiking up Barr Trail or Crags Trail, driving via Pikes Peak

Highway, or taking a ride up the Broadmoor’s Pikes Peak Cog Railway.

The Pikes Peak Highway will host the 100th running of The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb

auto race in June of 2016. This is the second oldest auto race in the country behind the Indianapolis

500. The inaugural USA Cycling Hill Climb National Championships will follow the same route as the

auto race.

About Pike National Forest The Pike National Forest comprises nearly 1,000,000 acres of public land, including Pikes

Peak. Outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, horseback riding, camping, picnicking,

fishing, and off-highway travel are available. There are over 225 miles of trails (1/3 of which

are motorized), approximately 250 developed campsites and many fishing areas located

throughout the Pikes Peak Ranger District. Please plan to spend some time enjoy in the area

while you are here.

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Pre-Event Information

Registration:

Registration for the USAC National Championships are handled by USA Cycling at

https://www.usacycling.org/register/2017-17

Event details and maps are available at

www.USACHillClimbNationals.org.

Registration prices are listed below.

USAC Hill Climb National Championship Fees

Racer

Details

Early Registration Prior to April 30th

Standard Registration May 1 – Aug 8

Packet Pickup Registration

Adult 12.4mi/20km 4,720 ft. gain

$65 $70 $80

Junior 12.4mi/20km 4,720 ft. gain

$35 $40 $50

No day-of registration is allowed for this event.

Packet Pickup:

There will be two official Packet Pickup times prior to the day of the event. Participants MUST pick up

their packet prior to arriving at the Gateway the morning of the event. The packets will contain access

passes for Pikes Peak Highway and race/bib numbers for the participant.

Packet Pickup will take place on Thursday, August 10 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm and Friday, August 11 from

6:00 – 8:00 pm, at Hotel Eleganté, 2886 S. Circle Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80906 – 719-576-5900.

Hotel Eleganté is one of the host hotels for the event.

Under no circumstances will racers be allowed to register on the day of the event, as the start sheets

will have already been finalized and printed. There will be no registration on Saturday.

Airport to The Broadmoor Resort 10.2 miles Broadmoor Resort to Hotel Eleganté 3.1 miles

Airport to Hotel Eleganté 7.1 miles Hotel Eleganté to Pikes Peak Highway 14.1 miles

Airport to Downtown Colorado Springs 12 miles Hotel Eleganté to Downtown 3.3 miles

Airport to Pikes Peak Highway 21.9 miles Gateway to Start Line 7 miles

Broadmoor Resort to Downtown 4.2 miles Start Line to Memorial Hospital 18.9 miles

Broadmoor Resort to Pikes Peak Hwy 12.6 miles Start Line to Penrose Hospital 18.3 miles

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You may NOT pick up someone else’s packet for them. All racers must pick up their own packet in

person. You must present your valid USA Cycling license or a photo ID at registration/packet pickup.

Registration is when you sign up to do the race, and pay the entry fee. Packet pickup is when you sign

your waiver, receive your access pass for the highway, and receive your bib number.

Altitude and Hydration:

It is advised that if you are not accustomed to high altitude competition that you plan to spend several

days prior to the race, training at altitudes of at least 6,000 feet or higher. It is also advised that you

hyper-hydrate prior to traveling to Colorado Springs to help oxygenate your muscles. At least one gallon

of water per day is a good start. Water can be extremely beneficial in combating fatigue and oxygen

deprivation due to the altitude and physical exertion. Participants coming from a lower elevations

should be particular aware of their diet and hydration leading up to the event. The start line is at 9,380

feet and the finish is at 14,115 feet elevation.

There will be three nutrition and hydrations stations along the route: Halfway Picnic Grounds (2.2 miles

– altitude 9,960 ft, Glen Cove 5.5 miles – altitude 11,440 ft., and Devil’s Playground 9.2 miles – altitude

12,780 ft.). There are also snacks and hydration available at the Summit and Festival Area. All

participants are encouraged to carry plenty of water with them as well as snacks.

Race Numbers:

The event will have a maximum entry of 1,500 cyclists. USA Cycling National Championships

competitors will wear numbered bibs that will be attached to the back of their jersey as shown in the

diagram below. Race/bib numbers will be included in the participant packets. Race numbers must not

be folded, trimmed, or altered in any way. Altering of numbers will result in fines and/or penalties.

Trimmed, damaged or lost numbers must be replaced at the racer’s expense.

All Gran Fondo cyclists will have plate/bike frame numbers on their cycles as well as numbered

wristbands on their person, which will be color coded based on the distance they intend to ride (one

color for Halfway Picnic Grounds, another color for Glen Cove, and a third color for the Summit). They

will NOT be wearing bib numbers on their jerseys to help differentiate them from the USAC National

competitors.

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Highway Access:

Pikes Peak America’s Mountain is accessed via Pikes Peak Highway. The highway begins in Cascade,

Colorado and continues to the summit. This is a toll highway. Your registration for this race includes

your access pass to the highway. BE SURE TO REMEMBER YOUR PASS THE MORNING OF THE RACE OR

YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO PURCHASE A NEW PASS. EVERYONE must have a pass to access the highway

– NO EXCPTIONS. This includes support team and family members.

Family members and team staff can purchase additional access passes at packet pickup or the morning

of the event. There is a Gateway at the base of the mountain which all vehicles use to access the

mountain. Passes will be collected from everyone as they pass through the Gateway. The highway will

open to participants at 4:45 am.

Access Pass Fees

Age 16+ = $10 per person

Age 6-15 = $5 per person

Family Play (up to 5 people) = $40

Participants and teams who arrive prior to the Gateway opening at 4:45 am, will be staged in the parking

area prior to the Gateway. There will be volunteers to assist with parking and sales of additional access

passes for the highway in the staging area. Only volunteers, workers, sponsors and vendors will be

directed to the Gateway area prior to the highway being opened for competitors.

Once you have cleared the Gateway you will take a very scenic and enjoyable drive for about 7 miles

until you reach the race parking area and the Festival Area. Volunteers will direct you into the parking

area. Participants are asked to follow signage and the directions of the parking attendants to help

conserve space for everyone. Only Highway Rangers, race operations, and race officials will have access

to the highway, uphill from the race parking area – NO EXCEPTIONS. No team vehicles will be allowed

access to the race course prior to 9:00 am, when the highway will open to the general public.

Note: The Gateway opens at 7:30 am daily for the general public, however on race day the highway will

be closed to vehicles at Crystal Reservoir, approximately 1 mile downhill from the Start Line for the race.

The highway will remain closed until 9:00 am. There are Sportsman Passes which will allow access for

fisherman into the North Slope Recreational Area, through the race parking area.

Clothing:

Weather conditions on the mountain can vary during the race from sunny and warm to Arctic blizzard

and everything in between. Participants should be prepared for all types of weather. The mountain

creates its own weather conditions which can be significantly different from the surrounding area.

Participants should prepare a gear bag and leave it in the corresponding transport vehicle so that it will

be delivered to their finish point. There is a weather website specifically for Pikes Peak which provides

forecasts, current conditions and live camera views. It can be accessed at

https://parks.coloradosprings.gov/pikespeak.

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Gear bags should contain warm dry clothing, wind gear and gloves. Participants will generate

considerable heat when working to get up the mountain. This heat will produce moisture which will be

trapped in your clothing. Once you reach your final finishing point you should take time to cool down,

or if you are very cold, remove your wet clothing immediately and put on dry warm clothes from your

gear bag. During the descent you will not be generating the same level of heat because you will not be

working as hard. The wind and lack of heat can create very cold conditions. Wind gear can be beneficial

on the descent as well as a good pair of gloves.

Gear Bags:

There will be gear transport vehicles parked on the shoulder of the highway between the parking area

and the Festival Area. Please confirm that you have a bag tag on your gear bag prior to placing it in the

vehicle. There will be race volunteers with the transport vehicles to assist you.

Gear Bag Transport Vehicles will be departing the Festival Area at designated times. The tentative

departure times are listed below; however participants should double check the schedule when they

arrive at check in at the Festival Area.

6:20 am – Vehicle #1 departs for the Summit for Waves 1-4

7:05 am – Vehicle #2 departs for the Summit for Waves 5-9

Gear bags will leave the Summit when timing has ended for the event at approximately 9:45 am. You

may choose to carry your gear bag as you descend to the Festival Area, if you do not want to wait for it

to be delivered to the Festival Area. Gear bags will not arrive at the Festival Area until at least 10:15 am.

Timing and Results:

Chip timing will be used for both the National Championships and the Gran Fondo event. ALL cyclists

will be required to check in at the Festival Area prior to their start. Chips will be issued at that time.

Chips will be collected at the Start Line area once cyclists have descended. A fee will be charged for lost

or damaged chips or if a chip is not returned.

Results will be transmitted from the Summit to the Festival Area where they will be posted. Our new

system will allow results to be posted prior to riders arriving at the Festival Area. Please check the

posted results when you return and report any timing issues to race officials prior to the awards

ceremonies.

ALL RACERS ARE ADVISED TO PICK UP A TIMING RECIEPT FROM THE TIMING TRAILER PRIOR TO

DESCENDING THE MOUNTAIN. THIS RECEIPT WILL CONFIRM YOUR TIME AND CURRENT PLACE IN

YOUR AGE DIVISION. These receipts can help quickly resolve any protests. They are also a great way

to immediately see your results.

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Awards:

The awards ceremonies will be held in this Festival Area. There will be an awards podium set up with

Pikes Peak as the backdrop. Awards will begin with the Gran Fondo participants at approximately 9:00

am. Awards for the USA Cycling Hill Climb Nationals are tentatively scheduled to start at 9:15 am for the

earlierwaves. We expect to be able to hold the Pro/Open 19+ awards at approximately 10:00 am.

All attempts will be made to limit the wait for awards following the conclusion of each age division.

Racers that think they have placed in their divisions should limit their time at the summit and return to

the Awards Area as soon as possible after their race. Awards will be given when all placers have arrived

at the Awards Area. There will be seating available to stage award winners prior to their award

ceremony

Cash purse will be $1,000 for the Men’s Pro/Open Division and $1,000 for the Women’s Pro/Open

Division. The payouts will be 1st - $350; 2nd - $250; 3rd - $200; 4th - $125; 5th - $75.

Festival/Awards Area:

The Festival and Awards Area is located to the south of the participant parking area, approximately 200

yards downhill from the Start Line. This is the location where participants will check-in and pick up their

timing chips when they arrive in the morning. A listing of the start groups will be posted in this area

prior to the start, and finish times will be posted in the same location as soon as possible following the

conclusion of the races.

The area will be well marked and lighted. There will be bicycle shop booths, and sponsor displays

throughout the area, as well as a hospitality tent for snacks and drinks. There will also be music and

activities to keep the area festive. Massage services will be available for racers in the Festival Area

following the race.

Portalets will be located on the shoulder of the highway on either side of the ramp to the Festival Area.

Trash totes will be scattered within the Festival Area and near the portalets.

Athlete Testing/Anti-Doping Area:

The United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) is the independent anti-doping agency for the Olympic

Movement in the United States. USADA is dedicated to eliminating doping in sport, preserving the well-

being of sport, and ensuring the health of athletes through drug testing, research initiatives, and

educational programs.

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By registering to compete in the USAC Hill Climb National Championships you have consented to be

subject to drug testing and adhere to the penalties associated with an anti-doping rules violation.

Noncompliance or refusing to be tested will result in the same penalties as a doping violation.

It is the racer’s responsibility to verify USADA selection for testing and report if chosen.

For more detailed information concerning USADA protocol and banned substances, please visit the

USADA website at www.usantidoping.org. For more in depth information about the USAC Race Clean

program go to https://www.usacycling.org/usa-cycling-raceclean-program.htm.

The wide shoulder on the right, between the parking area and Start Line, will be designated as the

Athlete Testing/Anti-Doping Area. There will be a restricted area for only those athletes selected for

testing, and approved staff.

If you are an athlete selected for testing, you will be notified by USADA staff or their designee. You will

have up to one hour to report to the Testing Area after being notified. An escort will accompany you

once you have been notified and until you report to the Testing Area. A notification board will be

posted near the results area, which will list the athletes that have been selected for testing. There will

be sealed drinks and snacks available for you at the Testing Area.

Communications:

There will be a large number of cyclists on the Highway during the event including novice Gran Fondo

cyclists, at the same time as those competing in the USAC National Championships. Even with the

separation of the different waves, many ability levels will be using the highway at the same time. Be

sure to use caution and notify other cyclists when and where you are passing. Be aware of your

limitations and avoid impeding the progress of cyclists which may be overtaking you on the course.

Most race operations vehicles and Pikes Peak Highway vehicles will be in radio communication with the

Race Director and other support vehicles. Should you need assistance along the route, please wave

down one of these vehicles and they will try to assist you. If you request a transport up hill to the next

rest area, this assistance must be reported to the Race Officials.

If you are in need of assistance along the route, and between two rest areas, you should ask a fellow

racer to notify the radio operator at the next check point of your location and your request for

assistance. The radio operator can relay your request to a support vehicle.

There are stationary radio operators at Ski Area, Glen Cove, Double Cut, Devil’s Playground, Cog Cut and

the Summit. They have constant contact with race command courtesy of the Colorado Amateur Radio

Emergency Services (ARES). These volunteers support the race with a mission of safety for the

participants. They are here to support your needs and race operations.

Please note that cell phone reception on Pikes Peak is spotty at best. You may not be able to use your

cell phone while you are on the mountain.

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Ski Area

Glen Cove

Double Cut

Devil's Playground

Summit

Finish Line

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12,780 Ft

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11,440 Ft

9,390 Ft

9,160 Ft

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Map Legend

Altitude

Parking Area

Mile Marker99

Ambulance Staging

Snack & Hydration Station

Restrooms

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Awards Area

Service Site

Shelter

Festival Area

Communications

Length – 12.42 Miles (Start to Summit)

Surface – Pavement

Turns – 156

Elevation at Start – 9,390 ft.

Elevation at Finish – 14,115 ft.

Length of Plus Grade – 61,626 ft.

Maximum Plus Grade – 10.5%

Length of Negative Grade – 3,934 ft.

Maximum Negative Grade – 10.0%

Average Grade – 7%

Course Statistics

Course Notes

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STAGING ZONE

START

Festival &

Awards

Start Area:

There will be a start chute along with a truss system

erected at the Start Line. The officials will coordinate the

Start Line. There will be an announcer’s booth and stage

set up at the Start Line. Racers are asked to stage at

least 10 minutes prior to their start time. There will be

cones and signage to indicate where the staging areas

are located prior to the Start Line. You will ONLY stage

with your start group and when announced. There will

be volunteers there to direct you to the appropriate

staging area.

Only racers from the starting group should be in the Start Line area. The next group to start will be

staged behind a set of cones lining the highway. A second set of cones will be set up for the next

starting group. A final set of cones will be set up for the following start group. Volunteers will instruct

you on when you need to advance.

Announcements will also be made in the Festival Area to call start groups to staging. Please pay

attention to the time and the announcements to ensure that you start with the correct group.

The start truss system will be removed following the last start group, to make way for vehicle traffic,

once the highway is open at 9:00 am. You may be asked to stop at the Start Line on your return ride

from the summit. This will allow race officials to confirm your return, and also may be used by USADA to

notify you if you have been selected for testing.

Ski Area Support Services:

Ski Area will be staffed with a bike tech and radio operator. There will be a portalet there for your

convenience. Should you need assistance, you can talk with the radio operator and they can call in a

request for a support vehicle.

Glen Cove Rest Area/Finish:

Glen is 5.5 miles from the Start Line. This area will be set

up with snacks, drinks, and will have very basic equipment

services should you have issues with your bike. There will

also be a radio operator in this location, and it is a staging

area for one of the ambulances. Portalet facilities will

also be available.

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An escort vehicle will be staged at Glen Cove. At approximately 9:15 am the vehicle will start to make its

way up the mountain. Any cyclists remaining on the course will be REQUIRED abort their summit

attempt and head down the mountain to the Festival Area.

A highway Ranger will be stationed at Glen Cove prior to 9:00 am. The Ranger will start driving to the

summit in front of the first public vehicle which reaches Glen Cove, following the 9:00 am road opening

at Crystal Reservoir. The race escort vehicle will start up the mountain prior to the Range. No public

vehicles will be allowed to pass the Ranger vehicle as it proceeds up the mountain. This is for the safety

of the racers. Racers that are impeding the progress of the public caravan may be asked to abort their

attempt to summit.

Glen Cove is the staging area for all cyclists and cycles should there be inclement weather during the

event. All cyclists and cycles will be initially transported to Glen Cove if inclement weather impacts the

higher elevations of the race. If you get separated from your cycle, it will be staged at Glen Cove.

Eventually you will either be transported down to the Festival Area, or you can choose to ride down on

your own.

Note: Glen Cove is considered approximately “halfway” to the Summit. At this point the climb increases

significantly and the air is thinner. Use your judgement and do a self-evaluation to determine your

readiness to continue your ascent.

Double Cut Support Services:

Double Cut will be staffed with a bike tech and radio

operator. There will be a portalet at this location for

your convenience.

There will be a safety van parked at this location. This

van is used for shelter should inclement weather occur

during the event. This van will remain stationary and

participants will be shuttled to Glen Cove by another

safety van as space allows.

Devil’s Playground Rest Area:

The rest area will be located on right, along the wide shoulder of the road, just past the entrance to the

parking area. This area will be set up with snacks, drinks, and will have very basic equipment services

should you have issues with your bike. There will also be a radio operator in this location. Portalet

facilities will also be available.

Devil’s Playground will be the cut off for cyclists which are in danger of not reaching the summit before

timing is stopped. Racers that have passed Devil’s Playground will be given an opportunity to reach the

summit. However, there will be a Highway Ranger leading passenger vehicles up the mountain. If the

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Ranger arrives behind you and it is determined that you will likely not arrive at the summit prior to

timing being stopped, you may be asked to abort your attempt and ride back down the mountain.

If you are asked to abort your attempt to summit by Race Operations or the Highway Rangers, you must

abort your ascent and begin your descent down the mountain. This is a requirement of the Special Use

Agreement for the race. It is non-negotiable and you must follow the request of any official.

There will be a safety van parked at Devil’s Playground. This van is used for shelter should inclement

weather occur during the event. This van will remain stationary and participants will be shuttled to Glen

Cove by another safety van as space allows.

Summit Finish Line:

The

Finish Line is located at 14,115 feet above sea level at the summit of Pikes Peak America’s Mountain.

There will be a funnel finish, although rarely do groups of more than 3-4 racers cross at the same time.

A chip timing system and the officials will be located at the Finish Line. Please avoid standing or walking

around the finish line area as your chip can interfere with the timing equipment. There will be staff to

retrieve your timing chip at the summit.

The timing company will have a station set up where you can enter your bib number. The system will

generate a timing receipt which will include your bib number, age category, finish time, and finishing

place within your age division. It is advised that you print a receipt and retain it in the event of a

protest. These receipts are helpful in quickly resolving protests.

Once you have crossed the Finish Line you may proceed to the “Plant Room” for hospitality services.

Your gear bag will be located inside of the Plant Room, along with snacks, drinks and restroom facilities.

There is plenty of space to change out of your sweat filled clothes and into something dry. Take some

time to relax and recover while taking in the views from the summit. The Summit House is adjacent to

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the Plant Room and is open at 9:00 am. If you want to pick up a souvenir or enjoy a fresh donut, please

feel free to stop by the Summit House before your descent.

There will be a private bike shuttle service available from the summit, for an additional cost. You can

connect with the service provider at their vehicle. The summit is also a staging area for one of the

ambulances. Please don’t hesitate to contact them if you have any medical concerns. A radio operator

is also staged near the finish line should you need them.

In the event of inclement weather, racers that have reached the summit will be asked to remain indoors

and wait for a shuttle to Glen Cove. The first priority is to racers that are stranded on the course. Their

needs will be addressed first and then the racers on the summit will be addressed. Shuttles will

transport racers and their cycles to Glen Cove initially. If you require medical attention, there is an

ambulance stationed at the summit.

Racers that feel that they are one of the top racers in their age category are encouraged to take a short

break and then make their way back down to the Festival and Awards Area. Awards are scheduled to

start at 9:15 am for the earlier USAC Nationals divisions. The later divisions and the Pro/Open 19+

division is tentatively scheduled to start at 10:00 am. The awards ceremony will take place when the

top racers are present at the Awards Area.

Descent:

It is EXTREMELY important that you are careful during the descent. There will be vehicles on the course

throughout the race. After 9:00 am you will also encounter public vehicles on the course. Many of the

drivers are new to the area and are tourists that do not pay attention. Be very wary and follow the

simple instructions below.

Follow the Yellow Line Rule at ALL times. Remain in the proper lane for the descent.

Maintain your speed at or below the speed limit at ALL times. Rangers will ticket cyclists for

speeding.

Watch for wildlife.

Control your breaking. Overheated rims may cause air in the tire to expand, causing a rupture.

You may want to release some air from your tires prior to your descent.

Only pass vehicles in a passing zone.

Wear dry clothing and wind gear if possible. You will not be generating heat on the descent so

proper clothing is strongly recommended.

Take breaks. Give your rims time to cool and give yourself time to warm up, if necessary.

Remain on the pavement. Riding on trails or trailblazing is not permitted.

Technical Support:

There will be limited services provided during the event. There are several locations along the route

which will be manned by experienced bike mechanics from local bike shops, but they will have limited

service abilities, tools and equipment. There will be a neutral support vehicle also on the course. They

will also have limited ability. Should you have a mechanical situation during the event, you may stop at

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one of the Rest Areas and request that they radio for a support vehicle. If you are not near a Rest Area,

you should ask one of the other participants to inform the next Rest Area that you are in need of

support. You may also stop any vehicle on the course and they should have a radio to call for support.

Medical Support:

There will be at least one medical support vehicle on the mountain roving throughout the event. The

vehicle is staffed with medical staff from the Center for Orthopaedic Excellence. There is also an AMR

ambulance staged at Glen Cove and the Summit. If you have a medical emergency get word to the

closest Rest Area which will have radio communications with all emergency personnel. If possible, flag

down a race operations vehicle which will also have a radio.

If experiencing a medical issue, please try to identify your location on the course. There are highway

marker signs throughout the route so please be aware of the most recent sign you saw to help

emergency vehicles quickly respond to your needs.

Sanitation:

Portaletsand trash totes will be distributed along the entire course.

Festival Area – 8 ADA portalets; 4 trash totes

Start Line – 1 trash tote

Halfway Picnic Ground – access to existing restroom facilities

Ski Area – 1 ADA portalet

Glen Cove – 1 ADA portalet; 1 trash tote

Double Cut – 1 ADA portalet (staked)

Devil’s Playground – 1 ADA portalet (staked); 1 trash tote

Summit – access to existing restroom facilities

No Littering:

Please respect the mountain and the natural beauty of the area. Do not discard water bottles,

snack wrappers, fruit peels, gels, food wrappers, etc., while on the course, at the finish, in the

Festival Area or the Parking Area. There will be trash totes along the route and in high traffic

areas to deposit trash. Please leave the mountain as pristine as when you arrived.

Rules, Regulations & Eligibility

The following is a brief overview of USA Cycling National Championship rules. For full details, please see:

www.usacycling.org/usa-cycling-rule-book.htm.

Individuals attempting to pre-ride the course prior to the event or any scheduled practice day may encounter hazards including incomplete course construction or obstructions. The course may also cross private property. Athletes pre-riding the course do so entirely at their own risk.

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LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

1. ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST HAVE A CURRENT & VALID ANNUAL LICENSE FROM USA CYCLING OR

ANOTHER RECOGNIZED FEDERATION AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION. Riders who attempt to register,

but do not hold a current and valid license, will NOT be allowed to complete the registration process

until they can provide a valid license number. In order to avoid this situation, please make sure that your

USA Cycling profile is current and includes your license number.

ELIGIBILITY

1. All participants MUST be either a U.S. citizen or permanent resident (green card).

2. All participants MUST race in the current age class as shown on their 2016 USA Cycling license. Riders

MAY NOT race up or down in racing age class.

3. . This event is open to all Pro riders including members of Women’s UCI Teams, Continental Teams,

Pro Continental Teams and Men’s WorldTeams.

RULES

1. BICYCLE REGULATIONS: In general, the regulations for bicycles are those of USA Cycling. Please refer

to section 1I – Bicycles, in the USA Cycling rulebook:

https://www.usacycling.org/usa-cycling-rule-book.htm

The main points are:

a. Bicycles may be no more than 2 meters long and 75 cm wide. b. There may be no protective shield, fairing, or other device on any part of the bicycle, which has

the effect of reducing air resistance except that spoke covers may be used. c. Wheels may be made with spokes or solid construction. d. The handlebar ends shall be solidly plugged. e. Handlebars with ends, features, or attachments that extend forward or upward or that provide

support for other than the rider's hands are not permitted.

Per USA Cycling regulations, the following UCI regulations will be in effect for the event.

For Mass Start Events:

a. Bicycle frames must be of double triangle construction b. Wheels must be of the same diameter between 550 and 700 cm.

Other UCI regulations, including minimum weight, saddle and handlebar placement will not be in effect.

Handcycles will be permitted as part of the Paralympic programming and will follow currently accepted

rules. Tandem bikes will also be allowed as part of the BVI Paralympic competition. Tandem teams

must be the same gender.

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Yellow Line Rule:

The “yellow line rule” will be in effect for all cyclists whether ascending or descending the mountain.

Although the Highway is closed to tourist vehicle traffic, there will be many official or authorized

vehicles on the roadway during the event. The general public will be given full access to the Highway

beginning from Crystal Reservoir at 9:00 am. Cyclists and pedestrians must be very alert when crossing

between the parking area and the Festival Area at all times, as participants may be exiting the parking

area following their race.

Permissions/Permits/Insurance

CSSC will obtain a Special Event Permit from the City of Colorado Springs through the assistance of

PPAM staff, to produce and operate the USAC Hill Climb National Championships and The Broadmoor

Pikes Peak Cycling Hill Climb events.

The USAC Hill Climb National Championships will be permitted and sanctioned by USA Cycling.

Athletes competing in this race must be current USAC annual members with a current racing license,

and provide proof of membership at the time of packet pickup. Current participation waivers must be

on file prior to the event with either USAC or CSSC. Minors (under 18 years old) participating in the

event must have current waivers signed by the participant and the parent/guardian on file as well.

Minors registering online for the race will be required to turn in a hard copy of the waiver containing

both their signature as well as their parent/guardian, at packet pickup or check-in the day of the event.

Minors may NOT complete the online waiver.

If you are not an annual member of USA Cycling, you are eligible to participate in The Broadmoor Pikes

Peak Cycling Hill Climb Gran Fondo. There is no USAC membership requirement to participate in that

event. You must complete a registration form and sign a waiver to participate. Parents/guardians

must sign the waiver form in addition to the participant’s signature in the case of cyclists less than 18

years old. Insurance coverage for these participants will be included as part of their registration and

will be covered by USA Cycling. Minors are permitted to complete an online waiver with their

parent/guardian, if participating in the Gran Fondo event.

The CSSC shall have and maintain insurance in accordance with the Non-Exclusive Special Use

Agreement between the CSSC and the City of Colorado Springs.

Timelines

Event Timeline:

Thursday, Aug. 10

6:00-8:00 pm: Packet Pickup at Hotel Eleganté

Friday, Aug. 11

6:00-8:00 pm: Packet Pickup at Hotel Eleganté

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Saturday, Aug. 12

4:00 am: Gateway opens for staff 1) equipment transport; 2) Summit set up; 3) Festival

Area; 4) Start Line set up; 5) Event Parking; 6) remaining volunteers & staff

4:15 am: All staff through Gateway except Gateway support staff & parking control

4:15 am: Participant Staging at Santa’s Workshop

4:45 am: Gateway opens to cyclists

5:00 am: Check in, Timing Chip Pickup, Gear Bag Drop Off - open

6:20 am: Summit Gran Fondo cyclists report to staging area and start line for instructions;

#1 Gear Bag Transport Vehicle departs for the Summit

6:30 am: Summit Gran Fondo start

6:40 am: USAC National Championships start (Tandem/Handcycles)

6:45 am: USAC National Championships – Women Jr, 50-59, 60+

6:50 am: USAC National Championships – Men Jr, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

6:55 am: USAC National Championships – Women 40-49, 30-39

7:00 am USAC National Championships – Men 40-49, 30-39

7:05 am: #2 Gear Bag Transport Vehicle departs for the Summit

7:10 am: USAC National Championships start Pro/Open 19+

7:30 am: Gateway opens to North Slope Recreational Area users

9:00 am: Highway opens at Crystal Reservoir for tourist access; escort vehicle departs

Summit for Devil’s Playground

9:00 am: Awards Ceremony begins at Festival Area (Awards will be given out when all

recipients for the age category or division are present) - TENTATIVE

9:00 am: PPAM Ranger vehicle leaves Crystal Reservoir to lead vehicles to the summit

9:15 am: Escort Vehicle departs from Glen Cove clearing ALL cyclists below Devil’s

Playground – they must abort their ascent: Awards for early USAC waves -

TENTATIVE

9:45 am: Timing Ends and Finish Line breaks down

10:00 am: Awards start for Pro/Open 19+ - TENTATIVE

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Race Start Schedule

Start Schedule GEAR BAG VEHICLE #1 DEPARTS FOR SUMMIT

6:20 AM

Wave 1 Summit Gran Fondo WOMEN & Jr Girls 6:30 AM

Wave 2 Summit Gran Fondo MEN & Jr Boys

6:35 AM

Wave 3

M Tandem - Blind Visually Impaired 6:40 AM

W Tandem - Blind Visually Impaired

6:41 AM

M Handcycle

6:42 AM

W Handcycle 6:43 AM

Wave 4

JR W 15-18 6:45 AM

W 50-59

6:46 AM

W 60+

6:47 AM

Wave 5

JR M 15-18 6:50 AM

M 50-59

6:51 AM

M 60-69

6:52 AM

M 70+ 6:53 AM

Wave 6 W 40-49 6:55 AM

W 30-39

6:56 AM

Wave 7 M 40-49 7:00 AM

M 30-39

7:01 AM GEAR BAG VEHICLE #2 DEPARTS FOR SUMMIT

7:05 AM

Wave 8 Women Pro/Open 19+ 7:10 AM

Wave 9 Men Pro/Open 19+ 7:15 AM

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Event Staff

USA Cycling

Rachel Leif National Events Manager

Weston Hernandez National Events Intern

Micah Rice Vice President of National Events

Duane Trotter Stage Manager

Officials

TBD Chief Referee

TBD Chief Judge

TBD Referee

TBD Judge

TBD Moto

TBD Moto

TBD Moto

Key Contacts

Sports Corp Jeff Mosher Race Director

Sports Corp Doug Martin Race Operations Manager

PPAM Jack Glavan Director of Pikes Peak Highway

PPAM Sandy Elliott Pikes Peak Highway Administrator

Colorado Springs CVB Cheryl McCullough Director of Sports & Special Events

ARES Radio Dan Martin Mission Coordinator

Medical Support TBD Center for Orthopaedoc Excellence

American Medical Response Linda Duggins Ambulance Service

Neutral Support TBD

Dave Towle Announcer

Sports Corp Aubrey McCoy Awards Coordinator

Sports Corp Mike Moran Media Coordinator

Sports Corp Elen Gorrell Controller

TBD Summit Shuttle Services

Event Maps

There is an interactive map on the event website at http://www.usachillclimbnationals.org/or

www.PikesPeakCyclingHillClimb.org. This map allows visitors to click on a targeted area of the course

and then have access to an interactive map which they can use to move up and down the course.

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Directions to Penrose Hospital

Penrose Hospital 2222 N. Nevada Ave. Colorado Springs, CO 80907 719-776-5000

E. Uintah St.

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E. Jackson St. Penrose Hospital 2222 N. Nevada Ave. Colorado Springs, CO 80907 719-776-5000

Exit 143

DIRECTIONS

Pass through the Gateway of Pikes Peak Highway

Follow the road downhill and merge with Fountain Ave to the right

Continue on Fountain Ave to the traffic light (.4 miles)

Turn right onto the frontage road 10 feet prior to traffic light

Follow the frontage road and merge with Hwy 24 South (.2 miles)

Stay on Hwy 24 and access the northbound ramp (9.4 miles)

Continue on northbound I-25 to EXIT 143 (2.1 miles)

Turn right on E. Uintah St.

Continue to E. Uintah St. to N. Cascade Ave. (.4 miles

Turn left on N. Cascade Ave.

Continue to E. Madison St. (.9 miles)

Turn Right on E. Jackson St.

Follow the signs to the Emergency Entrance

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Directions to Memorial Hospital

W. Cimarron St.

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E. Boulder St.

Memorial Hospital 1400 E. Boulder St. Colorado Springs, CO 80909 719-365-5000

Memorial Hospital 1400 E. Boulder St. Colorado Springs, CO 80909 719-365-5000

DIRECTIONS

Pass through the Gateway of Pikes Peak Highway

Follow the road downhill and merge with Fountain Ave to the right

Continue on Fountain Ave to the traffic light (.4 miles)

Turn right onto the frontage road 10 feet prior to traffic light

Follow the frontage road and merge with Hwy 24 South (.2 miles)

Stay on Hwy 24 and pass under I-25 interchange (9.4 miles)

Hwy 24 becomes W. Cimarron St.

Continue on W. Cimarron St. to S. Cascade Ave (.6 miles)

Turn left on S. Cascade Ave.

Continue to E. Boulder St. (.9 miles)

Turn right on E. Boulder St.

Continue to 1400 E. Boulder St (1.1 miles)

Memorial Hospital will be on your left