Front Range 50 Endurance Race
Race # 2 of the Rocky Mountain Ultra Series
Lakewood, Colorado
May 9, 2009
Online Registration @ SportsBaseOnline.com
Printable Registration (.pdf)
Course Map/Description (jpg)
Race update 5/5
The course is in the best shape I've seen in 9 years. Smooth as butta!
No license required to race - Ya! You can check-in and pick up number, goody bag, t-shirt, etc. at Green Mountain Sports Friday eve 4-6pm, and also register there with no late fee. Also Saturday race day registration and check-in available at Bear Creek.
Tents can be set up for support crews or spectators along the course at feed zone at Coyote Crossing. Team vans and trailers can park in Expo parking up top if you're in by 7:30am. All other parking down below.
Races will start in fisherman's parking at bottom of road.
Cyclocross bikes are allowed, if you dare!
Remember to have $5 per racer Park fee payable at entrance to Park. Spectators free.
Race update 5/3
The course is in great shape and the weather forecast looks good. All races will start at the bottom of the Coyote Crossing road to allow racers to position themselves before the singletrack starts. Course maps and descriptions are printable and the course is open for pre-riding.
Warriors Cycling and The Rocky Mountain Ultra Series is proud to introduce the 2nd annual Front Range 50 Endurance Race, which will be the 2nd stop of the RMU Regional Championship Series.
Events:
Saturday May 9th 8:30 am Start
Location:
Bear Creek Lake Park
15600 W. Morrison Road: 303.697.6159
Take C-470 to Morrison Rd exit, east to park entrance on south side of Morrison Rd. Proceed east inside park to Coyote Crossing.
Course Description:
Tire Sealant is strongly recommended! Choose where to pass wisely as goatheads are prevalent. We are very excited to continue the 10-mile loop that encircles the entire Bear Creek Lake Park. The 5 lap course features a taste of all types of terrain, with one big climb, rolling hills, lots of singletrack and exciting descents. There will be a neutral support feed zone at the end of each lap. The Start/Finish venue will be at Coyote Crossing. Course Map (jpg)
Feed Zone - There will be tables set up with coolers of Hammer Heed and water that you can stop and fill your own bottles with. We will have cups of refreshment available to grab and go. (sorry, no bottles) Plan on staging your own bottles and food on the table, in a cooler, sack or whatever at the feed zone if you want to have your own feed available.
The race course will be open to other users during the race (hikers, horses, kids, dogs, etc.) so please be aware, use caution, and most of all be respectful so we don't lose this great venue. There will be signage to inform others that a race is in progress, but you never know who could wander on course unknowingly.
Also be aware there are two races going on simultaneously, the Front Range 50 and Battle the Bear. So, there will be racers passing and being passed, some from different races. Please be courteous, communicate to each other, and use good sportsmanship. The goal is to have a good time while still racing hard and keep in mind it's not the world championships, so be patient for a moment or two if it's not a good place to pass. Help each other to have fun out there!
Event Highlights:
Part of the Denver Fat Tire Festival and run in conjunction with the Battle the Bear Race, spectators and racers alike will enjoy the hot racing action and recreational rides and clinics going on at this fun venue. There will be industry exposition tents with product sampling, and raffles going on. Bring your cowbells or noise-makers and see what Front Range racing is all about! Kick off the mountain bike racing season in Colorado by bringing the family and kids out to this annual spring ritual of off-road fun. Visit the Denver Fat Tire Festival page for full Festival activity information.
Camping:
Camping is available at the Park with tables and firepits, on a first come basis, for a nominal fee. Contact the Park directly to reserve a spot.
Pre-Registration:
You may register online beginning March 15th at Sportsbaseonline.com - Online pre-registration cut-off is midnight on Wednesday, May 6th. Pre-registered mail-in entries must be received by Monday, May 4th. You may also pre-register, with no late fee, Friday afternoon May 8th, from 4-6 pm at Green Mountain Sports, 303-987-8758.
Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup:
Cross Country race day registration and packet pick-up will be Saturday, May 9th at Bear Creek Lake Park race site (Coyote Crossing) in Lakewood, Colorado from 6:30am – 7:30am. On-site registration fee of $10 will be assessed for race-day registrations.
For More Information:
Call the Warriors Cycling Event Hotline at 970-262-1929 or Email us.
Bear Creek Lake Park is operated by the City of Lakewood, Colorado.
Results / Awards:
** Prize Money**
Men: $200 first, $150 second, $100 third, $75 fourth, $60 fifth
Women: $100 first, $80 second, $60 third $40 fourth, $30 fifth
Fastest Times overall, regardless of age class.
Race results will be posted at the finish area. Award ceremony will take place at approximately 3pm. Cash awards will be given to the fastest 5 men and women and trophies will be given 3 deep in all categories. Riders or a rider representative must be present at the award ceremony to receive their award.
Bear Creek Lake Park Venue Fee
There is a $5 per person venue fee upon entering the park.
Categories:
Men, Women, Singlespeed
Age Divisions:
Senior 19-29
Veteran 30-39
Veteran 40-49
Master 50+
Entry Fee: $60
Feed Zone
There will be an aid station / feed zone on every lap at the start/finish area with Hammer Gels, Larabars, fruit, cookies, bagels, and coolers of Hammer Heed and water that you can stop and fill your own bottles with. You may stage your own bottles and food at the feed zone as well.
Race Course
The race course will be clearly marked and signage is up to inform others that a race is in progress, but you never know who could wander on course unknowingly, so please be aware, use caution, and most of all be respectful so we don't lose this great venue.
Also be aware there are two races going on simultaneously, the Front Range 50 and Battle the Bear. There will be racers passing and getting passed, some from different races. Please be courteous, communicate to each other, and use good sportsmanship. Be patient for a moment or two if it's not a good place to pass and help each other to have fun out there!
Tire and tube sealant is strongly recommended - there are goat heads on the course!
