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By Don Scheese As I trundle up the 10-15% unpaved gradients on a National Forest road on a balmy winter solstice day in 2021, shedding layers of clothing in the eerily warm 50-degree temperatures, I reflect between deep gasps of air at the 7000’ elevation on how I’d evolved from a die-hard roadie to devoted gravel grinder the last ten years.

It seems so obvious: why not ride your drop-bar road bike on unpaved surfaces? Why stick only to paved roads? Road-bike riders I’ve talked with who have converted to gravel grinding, like Ryan and Greg, organizers of monthly gravel rides in New Mexico called the “Dusty Roadrunner” series, say this is the way they eventually became gravel grinders: riding their skinny-tired road bikes on gravel roads, just to see if it could be done (with tubeless tires’ capacity for lower tire pressure, and the shift to wider tires, certainly making the transition easier).

From there some riders evolved onto cyclo-cross bikes; my introductory bike for gravel riding was a Specialized Crux back in 2013, not to ride cyclo-cross courses but to take it onto local farm roads, railto-trail paths, and forest singletrack carved out by mountain bikers.

As cycling historians like to point out, bike riding began on unpaved roads; in the early decades of the Tour de France none of the roads were paved. In fact, in the early 1900s it was (ironically) the League of American Bicyclists who lobbied local and state governments to macadam the potholed roads for smoother riding.

Nowadays, at pro level races like the Giro d’Italia, the Tour, and Paris-Tours, organizers have reintroduced gravel sectors, not always at the pleasure of the racers. However, some pro riders like Ted King, Peter Stetina, Ian Boswell, and Alison Tetrick have caught the gravel bug and entered (and won) gravel races like Unbound Gravel, Crusher in the Tushars, and various versions of the

Belgian Waffle Ride series.

Currently, there are more than 700 official (fee-required) gravel events held annually, with many more impromptu get-togethers occurring. A series of “Gravel Adventure Guides” is being published (with the financial aid of state tourism offices) for gravel-friendly vicinities like Trinidad, Colorado; Patagonia, AZ; and Bend, Oregon.

Gravel grinding has become so popular a new verb has been introduced in the English language: to gravel (as a SRAM ad proclaims).

Why gravel? I can come up with a number of reasons for the growing popularity of this cycling discipline.

Granted, not all of them are exclusive to the genre, but no one can deny there are unique reasons why riders are flocking to unpaved surfaces on drop-bar bikes.

Endorphins I park at the entrance to a closed Forest Service campground to begin my ride, trying to decide what and how much clothing to wear and bring. It’s cold in the shadows of the canyon, with temperatures in the 30s, but from past experience I know I’ll soon warm up on the first few miles of brutally steep gradients. As always, the first thousand or so pedal strokes are painful as I slowly grind away. But soon I’m in a rhythm, if a very slow one, and I can feel the immediate benefit of physical exercise as the chemistry of endorphins kicks in. I’m experiencing one of the oldest pleasures known to our species: the atavistic athletic human instinct to always push oneself farther, higher, faster.

I keep my pace and effort at a reasonable level, knowing I’ve got a lot more climbing to do in the next twenty-some miles.

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Southern Utah Bike Tour Continued from page 3 Exploration/Adventure As I round the successive twists of switchbacks spiraling out of the canyon, I experience another age-old sensation: wondering what’s around the next bend. This feeling hearkens back to our ancient hunter-gatherer ancestors, who had to survive based on the ever-present need to push on into unfamiliar territory to fulfill their basic subsistence needs.

For modern-day cyclists of course, we meet our caloric needs by reaching down to our water bottles or into our back pockets to sip some electrolytes or pull out another bar or gel. But our Neolithic predecessors had no such luxuries, instead having to depend on their resourcefulness to find and consume plants and animals—which meant being always on the move to find new food sources.

Gradually the road straightens out and the gradient mercifully decreases, allowing me to pay more attention to my surroundings.

I pause at a natural overlook on the edge of some cliffs to take in the pleasing prospects to the west.

Farther on I note some rutted tracks branching mysteriously off the main road, recalling Frost’s famous lines “two roads diverged in a wood, / and I, I took the one less travelled by.”

On an earlier excursion I did just that, venturing on a whim onto this very same spur road eventually leading up to a fire lookout, a four-mile torturous but ultimately rewarding ascent to over 10,000’ where I was rewarded with panoramic views. Yet farther along this Forest Service road lies an Ancestral Puebloan site dating back to the 1400s, one of the highest prehistoric agricultural locations in the entire Southwest, the only visible remains are the neatly lined foundation rocks and scattered potsherds marking the long-ago presence of former inhabitants.

I like to think these are some of the reasons we take to gravel grinding: the appeal to our sense of exploration and adventure, the very reason as kids we took to riding a bike in the first place, venturing out of the familiar confines of our neighborhoods to seek wider horizons.

Solitude There is another kind of exploration favorable to gravel grinding, for every solitary ride is a meditation, an exercise in self-exploration. Alone, we wander in psychological as well as physical space, exploring our past while physically immersed in the present, and perhaps pondering our future as well. As I top out on the first climb of the day near a conical, firescarred peak, I’m able to achieve a state of flow, which the psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi claims is so essential to the human experience.

“The best moments usually occur,” he writes, “when a person’s body or mind is stretched to its limits in a voluntary effort to accomplish something difficult or worthwhile.”

Csikszentmihalyi goes on to say that in a state of flow “people become so involved in what they are doing that the activity becomes spontaneous, almost automatic; they stop being aware of themselves as separate from the actions they are performing.”

Thus whatever activity one is engaged in, whether it be dance, painting, gardening, woodworking, or cycling, the person involved becomes an extension, an integral part of whatever it is in which they are participating, thus achieving self-transcendence. Who has not on a gravel ride taken a moment to stop and take in the delicious quiet and solitude? And thereby lost themselves in their surroundings?

Gravel grinding, because it takes place on back roads with less traffic, is an optimal form of physical activity for achieving a state of flow, and of attaining solitude. Dropping down into a shadowy, snow-packed canyon where the sun seldom shines in winter, I pass by a meadow punctuated by a lone abandoned cabin—a perfect metaphor for the euphoric state of alone-ness I feel on this December day.

And let’s not forget another benefit of gravel riding in these pandemic times: it is a terrific way to “social distance.”

Beauty and Sensory Stimulation Whether riding through the desert, prairie, forest subalpine environment, or pastoral landscape, one Goes in Beauty. We may not be always aware of the aesthetics of our surroundings, but beauty is constantly present, and when engaged in some physical activity that we enjoy in the outdoors, Nature has the power to speak to us, to move us to step outside of our self-absorbed selves and stimulate our senses.

Much has been written about the modern affliction known as “nature deficit disorder”—how little physical contact we experience on a daily basis with the outdoors.

Kristina, a fit amateur racer with many trophies and podium finishes to her name, cites this very factor as an important reason she takes to gravel grinding. As a gravel cyclist, I myself have had the privilege of riding in a variety of environments and have come to appreciate the unique beauty of every bioregion— whether it be the hardwood forests of Minnesota, the tallgrass prairie of Kansas, the desert canyons and grasslands of Arizona, or the coniferous forests and subalpine realms of New Mexico and Colorado.

Given that humans privilege sight over our other senses, it is no surprise that we love to take in vistas; for me, the views down the canyon from the cliffs, or of the columnar formations climbing back up the canyon to finish my loop, are among the most rewarding of visual pleasures. But other forms of sensory pleasure are realized too: the trickle of the creek as I wend my way back to the car, what Wallace Stegner called the intoxicating sound of mountain water (especially in the arid Southwest); or the alluring scent of a ponderosa pine grove as I ascend from the juniper-pinyon pine zone to the higher-elevation forest; or of something as simple and elemental as the feel and crunch of gravel under one’s tires.

We are sensuous creatures, after all, and returning to Nature rekindles these primal instincts.

Challenge, Physical and Mental Unlike riding on smooth paved roads, gravel grinding is more unpredictable—surfaces can vary from hard-packed, well-maintained farm

roads, to loose chunky gravel filled with ruts and potholes, to (when wet) drivetrain-clogging gumbo singletrack. Finding the right line, negotiating ruts, rocks, washboard, and sand, knowing when to speed and when to slow down, requires a different, more intricate skill set than when riding on smooth pavement — like the primitive jeep track I have to negotiate on the latter part of my loop while descending a mesa through the “Road Closed” section, where the lane narrows and its edges crumble into steep drop-offs; or riding through patches of snow-packed road in the perpetually shady canyon, causing me to wish for studded tires; or the occasional sandy sections when crossing arroyos makes me long for a fat bike with 4-inch wide tires.

When gravel grinding it is a truism that, whatever bike one rides, there are always times when you wish for another kind of tire or bike.

But, come the end of a ride there arises the satisfaction of completing a challenge, still in one piece, or with only minor cuts and bruises.

Improved Technology Minnesota-based Salsa was among the first bicycle manufacturers to come out with a gravelspecific drop-bar bike, the Warbird, in 2012. Since that time many more companies have jumped on the bandwagon of developing gravel-specific bikes as events such as Dirty Kanza (now known as Unbound Gravel) started to catch on. Gravel bikes differ from traditional road bikes in key ways: their geometry is slacker, more comfortable; the frames are beefier to dampen vibrations; they accommodate wider tires for better traction and smoother riding; they have lower gearing allowing for easier spinning up short punchy climbs; and gravel bikes usually run disc brakes, not rim brakes, for better stopping power.

As gravel bikes became more common so did “gravel-specific” clothing: “gravel shoes,” “gravel bibs,” even “gravel helmets” have appeared on the market. Then “gravel bags” emerged to allow for hauling food, extra clothing, maps, sleeping bags, etc. on longer, overnight backcountry routes, leading to the sub-discipline known as “bikepacking” (what used to called bike touring).

Of course, much of this recent technology is consumeristic hype, encouraging us to buy more stuff so the bicycle industry can enjoy evergreater profits—how different really is a gravel-specific helmet from one you wear on a road bike? But there is no question that the industry has responded to the growing demand with equipment that is better suited for riding off-pavement.

Safety Without question, with increasingly distracted drivers on paved roads, there is the appeal of greater safety when gravel grinding. My friend Herb, new to gravel grinding, is attracted to it for this very aspect.

In addition to the quieter experience, there is the added benefit of experiencing less anxiety over the possibility of encountering a several ton vehicle barreling down past you on a backcountry gravel lane. The few vehicles you are likely to meet are going slower and are more likely to be friendlier and more accommodat-

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Solitude on a gravel road. Photo by Don Scheese

ing—at least that’s been my experience in ten years of gravel grinding.

And on this particular day, as I wend my way back up to the car through the narrow canyon, completing the loop, I have the supreme pleasure of not having encountered a single vehicle in 3-4 hours, 23 miles, and 2800’ of climbing overall.

Other Appeals: Competition, Community, Economics Let’s face it: we are competitors by instinct, everyone has some degree of the competitor in them—the modern-day legacy of the Darwinian struggle for existence.

One cannot deny there is in most (if not all of us) the instinct to race, to push oneself to extremes, to be faster than others. The beauty of gravel grinding, it seems to me, is that in this discipline of cycling there is the choice of whether to race or to ride, to make the experience either a competitive or a social one.

Many gravel riders I’ve talked with mention this more relaxed vibe of the discipline as something that really appeals to them. Kristina says she especially likes this aspect of gravel grinding; sometimes she chooses to race, other times to ride with friends and enjoy some conversation and sharing of the experience. I have taken part in 50-some organized gravel events and have always been struck by how some riders are truly racing to beat one another’s best time within one’s age and gender categories, while others (like me) are there to simply finish and have a fun time, often with a friend or group of friends.

A great example of this latter tendency in the Albuquerque area is Ryan and Greg’s Dusty Roadrunner series in which there are no fees, no aid stations, no porto-potties, no SAG vehicles, and no course markings (only GPX files); just sign up, show up, and ride….with as many as 50-70 riders regularly participating in one of their monthly weekend courses, some to race, others to simply ride.

In organized mass events like the Almanzo 100, Rebecca’s Private Idaho, or the Mid-South, what also happens is the revitalizing and further bolstering of the economies of small towns across America like Spring Valley, Minnesota; Ketchum, Idaho; and Stillwater, Oklahoma.

Hundreds of motel rooms are booked, restaurants are filled to beyond capacity, and stores (especially bike shops) enjoy above-normal profits for a long weekend. Whoever would have thought that a small college town like Emporia, Kansas, would

become the mecca of gravel grinding?

Conclusion With more and more gravelspecific technology, clothing, and events appearing, it’s easier than ever to go gravel grinding. Just remember: It’s not about the bike, it’s about the experience.

What are you waiting for? Go gravel!

P.S. Look for the documentary from Pearl Izumi “Gravel: A Love Letter.” See youtube.com/ watch?v=qgUDW8qImwc Don Scheese is an avid cyclist and retired professor of American Studies who once taught, among other things, courses on Lance Armstrong and Sport in American Culture.

It Will Soon Be Easier to Cycle Yellowstone If you like to bike through the outback in Montana, you’ll be able to enjoy two new possibilities.

The long-sought Yellowstone Shortline Trail should become reality this year in Custer-Gallatin National Forest in Montana. The U.S. Forest Service (USFS) plans to pave 8.75 miles of the former Oregon Short Line Railroad line between West Yellowstone, MT, and the Idaho border near Reas Pass. The 10-foot-wide paved trail will include three concrete and one wooden bridge. USFS also plans to improve access roads and include historical interpretive signs, benches, and pavilions.

USFS is seeking a contractor and plans to start paving this spring.

A grant through the Great American Outdoors Act and individual contributions are funding the project. Details: https://yellowstoneshortlinetrail.org/.

And under the federal Forest Legacy Program; the Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks has bought 772 acres of the Bad Rock Canyon along the Flathead River near Columbia Falls for a wildlife management area. The plan includes a bike trail built by Gateway to Glacier Trail, Inc., a local non-profit. Ebikes won’t be allowed, however.

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Five Things To Do Before the First Spring Ride

By Tom Jow Finally, it’s March! If you live in the Mountain West and are not a winter sports person you know what I mean. We are all ready for our annual spring trip to Moab, St. George, Fruita, the Four Corners and beyond. However, is your bike ready? If you are like me, you rode until the last day of bike season and haven’t touched it since. After you make plans for that first trip, do at least the six things listed below: 1. Lubricate the chain.

2. Check every bolt on the bike that you can reach. If you have a torque wrench, great. If not, just make sure no bolts are about to fall out.

3. Inspect the tires for cuts, debris, and other damage like knobs

tearing off. If using a tubeless sys- Don’t know what correct is? Didn’t tem, replace the sealant in tubeless record the settings? If not, chances tires. The liquid evaporates and will are the bicycle manufacturer has leave you with little puncture resis- guidelines on their website. And if tance (especially if you are going not there, then visit the manufacturer where there is cactus). Sealant can website for the fork and/or shock. be installed through the valve stem Fortunately, bicycles are fairly (remove the valve core first!) or simple machines. In most cases they dismount about a quarter of the tire. continue to function with little to no 4. Inspect the brake pads for maintenance. By performing these wear. This is especially important five simple tasks, you can guarantee on hydraulic disc brakes because that your bike will operate smoothly the pads are self-adjusting. The only and safely for your first trip of the way to know if the pads are danger- year. ously thin is to inspect them visually.

Oh, and item number 6: Make an With a bright light, look down into appointment at the bike shop before the caliper to inspect the thickness you leave. of the brake pads. If the pad material is one millimeter thick or less, it is time for a new set.

Got a bike question? Email 5. If your bike has suspension, Tom at runnerrunner.rider@ verify that the air pressure is correct. gmail.com

Fresno High School Students Involved in Transportation Planning The new federal surface transportation law allows classes and infrastructure improvements for high schools under Safe Routes to School for the first time. But it doesn’t take federal aid to get high schoolers involved or write curriculum to turn them into advocates for better cycling. The Fresno State Transportation Challenge has proved that.

The Mineta Transportation Institute developed a secondary school civics education program and had to implement it remotely because of the pandemic with

students from two California high schools. One high school class focused on ways to get more students to bike to school. The other focused on creating a more general local transportation plan.

In the first case, students met weekly and designed a survey to ask colleagues about biking to school.

After the course ended, the students planned a bike to school day. At the second school, students studied the future of transportation and designed a transportation system that would work in a business area, including electric scooters and “bike drivethroughs” for fast food restaurants.

The school planned to continue transportation education during summer school.

In both cases, students developed critical thinking skills and learned about transportation-related careers, something they generally had not been exposed to, according to the project’s self-evaluation. The classes involved guest speakers.

You can find the project’ report here: https://transweb.sjsu.edu/sites/ default/files/2009-Wandeler-FresnoState-Transportation-Challenge.pdf.

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EARLY SPRING 2022 CYCLINGWEST.COM 7 Bicycle Infrastructure Projects Still Awaiting Congressional Funding The nation is still waiting to get its hands on the new opportunities for bicycling in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) Congress passed last November. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is still interpreting the law and putting out guidance. And Congress still hasn’t appropriated any funds for the billions of dollars allowed as the federal government was still operating under a continuing resolution in mid-February at last year’s funding levels. And state and local bicycle advocates are looking for guidance as to how to take advantage of the new money and rules that can help expand cycling and make it safer.

“We are definitely getting questions about it,” says Ken McLeod, policy director at the League of American Bicyclists. While awaiting money and federal guidance, “now is a good time to look at local transportation improvement plans. Look for bad projects; look for good projects,” he says. If you’re in an urban area, check out the Metropolitan Planning Organization’s goals. You’ll find more funding in IIJA for what’s already planned and awaiting money.

And it helps to collaborate with other interests, as much of the expanded help for bicycling fits into broader goals, such as Vision Zero and Complete Streets. “Think in terms of holistic complete streets, with biking, walking, transit,” advises Noa Banayan, director of federal affairs for People for Bikes, who was instrumental in pushing the legislation. “The cities that are going to do best probably already have these coalitions in place.” Note that electric charging stations can also support ebikes, she says.

One of the advantages of the new bill is it requires states with high levels of bike/ped traffic crashes in a given year to spend at least 15 percent of their Highway Safety Improvement Program money on projects to help such “vulnerable road users.” While FHWA hasn’t determined which states it will apply to, if history is a guide, some Mountain West states will fit the bill. Find FHWA’s latest guidance here: https://safety.fhwa.dot.gov/hsip/ rulemaking/docs/Section148_SpecialRule_Guidance.pdf.

And since IIJA expands uses of Safe Routes to School (SRS) funding for infrastructure to get students to ride to school and high school education, it would help to coordinate with schools on infrastructure, as increased levels of funding are supposed to become available for Transportation Alternatives and other programs, McLeod notes. The SRS Partnership has issued guidance on SRS and the new law: https://www.saferoutespartnership.org/blog/ new-year-new-infrastructure-law-–tips-kick-2022 The Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (of which I am a member) provides plenty of info on getting IIJA funding for trails at https://www.railstotrails. org/policy/trailstransform/#funding. At the site, you can also find info on getting a Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) grant. $1.5 billion is available with an April 14 deadline. Projects are designed to improve infrastructure and have included bike trails.

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An Interview with Framebuilder Richard Sachs

Richard’s meticulous nature is shown in this sequence of seat cluster images. First he pins the joint with cut nails to prevent twisting, and then brazes the joint. Photo courtesy Richard Sachs Cycles.

Richard Sachs standing in front of his workbench. Photo courtesy Richard Sachs Cycles.

By Steven L. Sheffield Richard Sachs is one of the preeminent bicycle framebuilders in the United States, and yet building bicycles was never really an aspiration of his. After being wait-listed for admission to Goddard College, Sachs saw an advertisement in the Village Voice for a position working in a bike shop in Vermont and hopped on a bus north from his home in New Jersey. On arrival, Sachs was told that the position had already been filled. Disappointed, Sachs returned home, and wrote letters to a number of British bicycle framebuilders to see if they would take him on. He received one reply, from Witcomb Cycles inviting him to come to London. The rest is history.

SLS: You’ve told the story of how you became a framebuilder many times and to many publications in the past, so I’d like to focus on other aspects of your life and your inspirations to do the work you do.

Let’s start at the beginning. Tell us about your life in Bayonne, and how you discovered bicycles.

RS: I had some bicycles as a child. A Huffy Convertible. A Schwinn Jaguar Mark IV. But that’s it. I never discovered bicycles in any sense until my mom bought me an Atalanta Gran Prix. Truth is, I didn’t want it (until I did.) I put up a small stink after passing my test for a driver’s license. The car I asked for — I didn’t get it.

Even then I knew it was an unrealistic and unreasonable ask. Bobbe (my mother) agreed to buying the bicycle instead. It’s important to note that the only reason a bicycle was in the conversation is that a pal of mine rode a bicycle all the time.

Jim Farmer was a high school friend and a supremely cool cat. I thought if I had a bicycle some of that cool could rub off on me. Jim’s bicycle was a one-speed basic unit with a foot brake on the back wheel and a wire mesh basket on the handlebars.

Me? I ended up with one of these newfangled 10 speeds. It was all serendipity.

SLS: When did you discover bike racing? Was it while you were still a youngster in New Jersey, or did it come after you were established as a framebuilder, and started sponsoring the Connecticut Yankee Bicycle Club?

RS: I discovered the sport in the pages of magazines I took in the late ‘60s and early ‘70s. Several

from Europe. One from Australia.

One from Great Britain. Images on the pages were compelling and the narratives drew me in. I got my fist A.B.L.A. license in 1972.

SLS: You often talk about The Peddie School, which you attended from 1967 to 1971. How did you wind up going to boarding school rather than your local public high school in Bayonne, and what influence has it had on your life since graduating?

RS: After 8 years in a Yeshiva, I pleaded for a more normal school experience. Bobbe let me go to Bayonne High School where I spent two years failing in and out of the classroom. I got in trouble with faculty. With family. And even with the law. The only way out was for me to be sent away.

At The Peddie School I repeated my sophomore year. Students live on campus full time. I’d say the real takeaway was learning to be selfreliant and independent at an age when most kids are still at home and having more conventional experiences with family, friends, and in their own neighborhood.

SLS: From where do you draw your inspiration to keep doing what you do?

RS: From even before Day One, all of my inspirations have come from outside my trade. Luthiers.

Watchmakers. Tailors. Ceramicists.

It’s a long list. The thread running through them is practice, respect for a craft’s history, and mastery.

SLS: What do you think you would be doing today if bicycle framebuilding hadn’t chosen you as one of its practitioners?

RS: I don’t dwell on it. The place I landed by accident is the only real estate I ever occupied. So, I don’t look around and ask what-if.

SLS: I believe you have said in the past that your favorite subject in school was writing, and that was what you planned to study at university before being sidetracked by bicycles. Do you still write, and have you ever consider publishing a memoir where you can really go deep into your inspirations?

RS: I still write. In the aughts I added a page to my site called Arrange Disorder. I’m sure there are well over 700,000 words there by now, and these are twisted inside individual texts (essays) of several hundred words each.

SLS: You typically have not been

A completed frame being shown in Richard’s jig, ready for final prep and then building into a complete bike. Photo courtesy Richard Sachs Cycles.

shy with regards to your opinion on the bicycle industry as a whole. Do you consider what you do to be a niche within the industry, or completely outside of the “industry”?

RS: By the time 1990 rolled around and I was nearly 18 years at the bench, it was clear that what I do and what the industry does — these are completely different with no, or maybe to be fair — very little, overlap.

SLS: As the industry moves further away from the craft, are you hopeful for the future? Are there enough up-and-coming framebuilders who “get it”; who will help keep the craft alive 10, 20, or 50 years in the future? If so, who do you think will be the builders to take the craft forward?

RS: Re the first question, no.

Same for the second.

For the third, only a few names come to mind. Simone D’Urbino.

Nao Tomii. Chris Bishop. Brian Chapman. These cats make superb looking frames, though I only know what they look like and not how they’re fabricated. But lasting another generation in this post-Y2K era with so many excellent bicycles coming from the industrial sector (the single biggest change between then and now) it’s tough to imagine the independent maker community not shrinking.

SLS: So, you think the craft will eventually be lost to the world completely? I don’t know how true this is, but word on the street is that many people in the millennial and Gen Z/post-millennial generations don’t know how to tell time on a traditional clock face; but watchmaking still seems to be a surviving craft in Switzerland, Germany, and Japan.

Could bicycle framebuilding follow in the footsteps of master horologists, like Philippe DuFour?

RS: The trade as I know it – the one I entered – has changed.

That happened in the ‘80s and ‘90s.

Framebuilding was (then) the top of the industry food chain. Men toiled independently or in small groups to make the highest quality vehicles possible, and these were always superior to what industry served up. Back then it was unthinkable that a factory-made bicycle could be worthy of being selected to race with.

The best was always handmade. And I am talking here about design and fabrication, not the craft-y ornamental crap that so many focus on these

days. Making a beautiful bicycle that doesn’t or won’t perform well, or across several platforms, makes little sense. But people dive in, pass right over the rudimentary lessons, ignore history, and try to wow others with decorations. That’s Y2K framebuilding in a soundbite.

SLS: Several years ago, you and Dario Pegoretti embarked on a project with Columbus to make tubing specifically designed for use with lugs, but with modern steel alloys.

Prior to that, you designed several different lug sets for use on your frames, and for sale to other framebuilders. How did these projects come to be?

RS: I had a JRA in Matera (Italy) in 2003. When I got to my hotel, I called Dario. Together we lamented the state of things. None of our material suppliers were staying in the moment or innovating. We decided to do it ourselves. Separately, the lug sets and other investment cast parts I design and sell to fellow tradesmen was a thing I already started by that time.

SLS: Of these lug and tubing sets, is there a particular combination you find yourself gravitating towards most often, and if so, why?

RS: I only use the Richie-Issimo parts on my own frames but sell all the others to framebuilders on all continents. I only use PegoRichie tubing, and it comes to me in five configurations. I select tubes based on the order I’m filling.

Then he files and polishes the joint to clean any excess flux and silver braze to keep edges sharp. Photo courtesy Richard Sachs Cycles.

The seat cluster after painting. Note that the lug edges are still sharp.

Photo courtesy Richard Sachs Cycles.

RS: I like Dylan. And I identify with the path he’s walked. Desolation Row. The Ballad of Frankie Lee and Judas Priest. Queen Jane Approximately. Of course, the recent stuff too. I’ll toss a special shoutout to The Funkel Brothers (Simon and Art) whose Kathy’s Song is among my all-time favorites.

SLS: From aperitif through digestif, what would constitute the perfect meal, ATYO? Please feel free to name brands, location, and dining companion(s).

RS: An evening on the LES with Anthony Mangieri at his Una Pizza Napoletana dot period. If Anthony wasn’t up for it, I’d drag him to Asbury Park for a long dinner at Jimmy’s Italian Restaurant.

SLS: Whiskey, whisky, or wine?

SLS: When you and I first “met” And what kind? a bit over 20 years ago, you were a RS: I go back and forth between bit hesitant about taking your brand Hudson Whiskey Baby Bourbon and online. These days, maintaining and promoting the Richard Sachs brand Laphroaig Scotch (the 10-year-old seems to be more front-and-center. bottles.)

Do you ever worry that the brand SLS: Logan Flat-strap or Larson will overtake the work itself, or is it a necessary evil which allows you to Beefroll Weejuns? Chinos cuffed or hemmed? continue practicing the craft?

RS: Bass Laytons in black only.

RS: There is no brand. It’s just me alone making 5-6 bicycles a Chinos are unhemmed and rolled up. month, roughly half the numbers It’s one of my sartorial affectations.

I was doing in my first 20+ years.

SLS: You’ve been a framebuildAnd of course, the water bottles, the socks, tote bags, and whatever other er for nearly 50 years now. What keeps you going at this point in cool things I add to the menu. your career? Do you ever anticipate SLS: If I recall correctly, Bob hanging up the torch for good, or do Dylan is on near constant rotation in you plan to keep pursuing perfecyour workshop. Is there a particular tion through imperfection until it’s album that gets more play than oth- time to leave this mortal coil, like ers, and what would you consider to other builders, such as England’s be his masterwork, the pinnacle of Ron Cooper? his career as a musician?

RS: I’ve never thought about it.

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COACHING

The Aging Athlete

us, this may mean the freedom to ride when we want, how we want and where we want without the pressure of a formal training plan. We can ride just for the joy and health of it.

If we enjoy having the latest and greatest in bike equipment, we might have the money to get it.

If we would rather ride a cruiser with a basket, more power to us! If we simply don’t want to ride at all and want to start playing pickleKelly McPherson at the start of the Salt Air Time ball instead, that is Trial. Photo by Kelly McPherson our choice. This also may mean not worrying so much

By Kelly McPherson about our nutrition and maintaining a racing/riding weight. Eat the freaking Unless the unthinkable happens, cookie! Enjoy the late-night potato we will all have the privilege of get- chips and savor every minute of it ting old someday. According to Lara while laughing, either internally or Briden, author of Hormone Repair aloud at your younger counterparts Manual, research shows that civiliza- who are counting every gram of carbs tions which respect and give produc- and saying “no” to what you can say tive roles to its aged, thrive more “yes” to. than those that just value youth. I This option has some definite don’t know about our civilization appeal. Of course, it also comes with but cycling definitely tends to pri- the slowing down and an expandoritize youth. The sport gives its ing waistline with all of the health priority, coverage and biggest prizes consequences that comes with that. to the categories filled with young, Still, the happiness and joy of it might fit bodies that take amazing punish- make it worth it. ment and recover quickly. This is a sport that considers 35+ a Masters 2. Accept it, but slow it down with athlete. Some of us haven’t even lifestyle changes. There is a lot we gotten into the sport by that age and can do to help our bodies age better. we are already considered too old? I will divide them up into several Wow! Alas, this is not the article for categories. addressing the seeming unfairness a. Maintain Muscle Mass - As and politics of older athletes in a we age, we start to lose muscle youth dominated sport, but an article mass. Maintaining muscle is critito help those of us who have reached cal to weight management as well this phase continue forward with a as mobility and function as we age. little more joy and grace.

Most cyclists will do some weight We do not really have a choice training during the winter. As we age, as to whether or not we age, and to it becomes important for these worksome degree how we age. How we outs to be year-round. Every body is age depends a lot on our genetics and a little bit different. Seek out the help what kind of care we took with our of a good certified personal trainer or bodies for the first 50 or so years of coach to help you put a plan together our life. Some of our bodies will age that is right for you. very well with nothing more than a b. Nutrition – You may have slight decline in our athletic abilities. noticed that your body just doesn’t Some of us will have aging hit us process nutrition the same way as like the cement berm in the middle it did when you were 20. You are of a crit course causing us to crash going to have to pay attention to what and burn and wonder what happened you eat now and eliminate as many and to hope that we might be able to junk calories as you can. You aren’t get back onto our bike and roll to the burning as many as you used to, and finish line. you can’t afford to be spending your We do, however, have a choice calories on foods that don’t pack the as to how we respond to our aging. nutritional punch you need to fuel The way I look at it, we have basi- your body to its peak. Stay away cally three choices. All three options from sugar, refined carbs, and fried require some level of acceptance. All foods. Most of these, wasted opportuthree options are very personal, and nities for nutrition, offer nothing but I would highly recommend working junk calories and can often damage with your doctor to figure out what your digestive track and energy sysis right for you. Disclaimer: I am not tems. Many older athletes, especially a doctor and am not giving medical women, may benefit from moving to advice. The only claim to credibility a vegetarian or a plant-based diet. that I have is that I am old and have c. Recovery – One of the things been trying to figure this out and you may have noticed is that your thought I would share my research. recovery needs may have changed.

Where you used to be able to ride 1. Accept it and let it happen. hard day after day, week after week, There is something to be said for that kind of riding now tends to burn enjoying the golden years how you you out and leave you feeling drained please. Many have said, that once at a starting line rather than fresh. you get over the fear of it, aging is Recovery now becomes at least as quite liberating. Oftentimes as we important as your workout. This may get older, we have more free time mean decreasing volume so you can and more expendable income which keep your intensity higher. It may equals more opportunities to choose mean adding in more rest days. I what we want to do. For some of have really dialed back my workouts

this year and it is interesting to me that my race performance has actually improved. It has been really fun to roll starting lines feeling rested and happy. Doing more does not always equal improved performance.

It could be beneficial to work with a coach for a while to help dial in your recovery needs.

Don’t forget to sleep! This can be tricky as we age as our quality of sleep often decreases. Pay attention to your sleep hygiene and prioritize getting to bed early enough to get what you need. If you are concerned that you may not be getting the quality you need despite adequate time in bed, you might consider a wearable such as a Whoop or an Oura Ring. I have used mine to dial things in and find some of the unhealthy habits that were preventing the success that I wanted. d. Meditation and Yoga – Cyclists really need to become religious about this regardless of age, but as we get older, it becomes even more important. So many of the aches and pains that we get can be alleviated, reduced, or prevented by regular meditation and yoga practice. Find yourself a yoga instructor you love, a YouTube channel, subscription, etc. Whatever!

Just do it!!! e. Supplements and Herbs – Please note: The FDA does not regulate supplements and herbs and so neither claims nor safety can be guaranteed.

Again, I am not a doctor, but when I was doing my research, a couple of common supplements and herbs were commonly referenced, so I thought I would mention them below: • Fish Oil –supposed to help with inflammation as well as heart health.

• Cinnamon – reputed to help with blood sugar control.

• D3 – supposed to be good for mood as well as immune system

health.

• St John’s Wart – women commonly use this to help with perimenopausal hot flashes.

• Chamomile – supposed to help with being able to sleep.

• Branched Chain Amino Acids (BCAAs) – supposed to help with performance and recovery.

3. Accept it, but fight like hell!

We live in a day of modern medicine and technology. There are many things that one can do to fight aging, medically. Not all medical options are right for everyone, and you must be aware that some of the options may make it necessary to obtain a Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE) in order to race or may end your racing altogether. You will have to weigh that against the possible health benefits before you decide. a. Step one is to find a good medical professional – Not all doctors are created equal in this area. I have gone to multiple doctors over the last few years complaining of various agerelated ailments. I remember pouring my heart out to my ob/gyn while vulnerably sitting unclothed on an exam table only to be told that I was getting old, it was normal and to get used to it. I was devastated! Who designed a system where you feel like crap for 40-50 years of your life? If you are told this, you don’t have to accept it.

Find a different doctor. Get recommendations and keep trying until you find someone you like and addresses your needs. b. Write down and prioritize your concerns – Give your doctor a complete list of everything that is going on. They may be able to see a pattern that you hadn’t noticed and look at some medical conditions, other than aging, that you hadn’t considered. It is unlikely that any medical profes-

sional is going to be able to make you feel like you are 20 again. Choose a couple of your most concerning issues and have them address those first. Oftentimes, if they address those, the others get better as well. c. Communicate – make sure your doctor knows what your goals are. If you want to keep racing, make sure they know that. There are some treatments that are good for the average joe, but not for an athlete. d. Be persistent – Keep in communication with your doctor. If you feel like something isn’t right, keep pushing until you find an answer.

Also, make sure you are persistent in doing what your doctor recommends and prescribes. It won’t do you any good if you are not doing it!

Also please note: There is a tendency to write off all the weird ailments that people suffer through as they age as normal signs of aging or of menopause. While this may be true, I would strongly recommend that you work with a good physician to track your health, your aging plan and make sure that whatever option you choose, you are as healthy as possible for as long as possible.

Some helpful resources that I found along the way during my research: • Roar by Stacy Simms • Fast After 50 by Joe Friel • Hormone Repair Manual by Lara Briden ND • Feisty Menopause podcasts • Play not, Pause Facebook group Kelly is a 40+ cyclist who lives in South Jordan UT with her husband of 27 years and 5 kids.

She has a BS in Health Education from the University of Utah and loves to stay healthy and fit and take as many people with her as she can.

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BICYCLE COMMUNITY

TRAINING

Rider Down: Tony Tom

Riding a Fixed-gear Bicycle for Training

Anthony “Tony” Tom. Photo courtesy A Bicycle Odyssey

Anthony Nocella training on his fixed gear bike. Photo by Elke Bengtson

By Steven L. Sheffield Towards the end of October, I found out that my old friend, mentor, and boss Tony Tom (of A Bicycle Odyssey) passed away the previous week. His death was a suicide.

I worked for Tony from 19942001, until I moved to Utah. When I started at the shop, I really didn’t know that much about bicycles, other than what I knew of the sport.

When it came to equipment, I was a complete and utter newbie. Tony taught me almost everything I know about bicycles—how to build and tune a bike, how to build wheels, and so forth. I was, at the time, a decent mechanic; not great, but not bad.

Most importantly, I learned from him about how to treat customers; everyone who walked in the door got the same respect, whether they were just looking, or were about to drop several thousand dollars on a new bike. At this, I excelled.

Our goal was not to just sell bikes, but to sell the shop; our inventory and especially our service. It wasn’t about selling a bike and depositing a check, it was about creating repeat customers/clients. Our approach worked well.

When it came to the bikes themselves, Tony taught me that it all started with a proper fitting, and while I never fully developed the fit skills he had, he instilled a sense of pride in making sure that clients didn’t just get a bike, but that they got the right bike for their individual needs.

Years later, I tried to bring this attitude with me when I worked for Backcountry/Competitive Cyclist.

One might think that it would be difficult to sell bikes over the phone when you have as strong a belief about proper bike fit as I do.

Honestly, it is … so you work with what you’ve got.

For me, it was asking questions

of the customers, lots of questions, but more importantly, listening to the answers. I got callers to email me pictures of their current set-ups, to send me measurements of their current bikes, asking what they liked and didn’t like about their current rides, and so on.

And while I wasn’t the most prolific salesperson on the team, I did fairly good … and I often had the lowest return rate on the bikes that I sold; another source of considerable pride for me, because it meant I was doing something right.

This attitude also served me well in a when working in investment services (and really, any customerfacing service role). Success was not defined simply by closing a deal and making a sale, but by making sure that the customer’s needs are taken care of, preferably from the get-go.

This is what brings people back to a business, what changes them from a “customer” to a client.

I’ve missed Tony a lot over the past 20 years since I moved to Utah, but I will always have fond memories of my time at the Odyssey. I’d like to think that Tony would have been proud of the way that I took what he gave me and put it to good use. I wish I had been better about staying connected with him, that I had known about the pain he was in, that I had been a better friend after leaving California. I don’t know that I would have been able to stop him from choosing the path that he did, at least not from my perch some 750 miles away. I am sorry that I was not able to spend more time talking with and learning from him, and maybe, just maybe I would have been able to help him in return.

Really good friendships are hard to come by, and this was one that I let slip away. That is something that I will regret for the rest of my life.

Requiescat in pace, my friend. I hope you find in your next life what you were missing in this one.

By Anthony J. Nocella II, Ph.D. A year ago I bought a track bicycle, also known as a “fixedgear” or “fixed-wheel”. A fixed-gear is a single speed bicycle, often with no brakes, which has a cog threaded directly to the rear hub. Because of the direct connection, you cannot coast when riding fixed. When the crank moves backward or forward the back wheel moves backward and forward too.

People that ride fixed-gears on the road get them for a variety of reasons. Fixed-gears are easy to maintain since they don’t have shifters and derailleurs; they are easy to lock up and relatively affordable. Fixed-gears are also a favorite of many urban hipsters (who call them “fixies”), inspired by the bike messenger/courier culture or the movie Quicksilver (a 1986 film starring Kevin Bacon, Jami Gertz, and Laurence Fishburne).

Every summer, I’d see a few people including my friend, the late Louis Holian, ride their fixed-gears up and down some of the canyons here in the Wasatch Mountains. I decided I wanted to do the same.

Mike Hanseen, the manager of Hangar 15 Bicycles in Millcreek, Utah, was another influence. It was Mike who told me that fixed-gears can be an excellent training tool for bike riders. Soon, I was building my

balance, smoothing out my pedal stroke, and just becoming a stronger and efficient cyclist. I wish I did this when I was competing, instead of always riding rollers.

I decided to interview Mike Hanseen why fixed-gears can be important in training for a competitive cyclist.

Anthony: Mike, tell me how you got into riding fixed-gear bicycles.

Mike: I got into fixed-gears for my training as a cyclist. I found out of ignorance that I got stronger quicker when I rode my fixed-gear more. I also was a bike courier in downtown Salt Lake City, but honestly didn’t ride my fixed-gear as a courier much due to safety.

Anthony: Does riding the canyons or long road rides on a fixedgear help in training for cycling?

Mike: Fixed-gears are beneficial training tool for any cycling discipline. This is because the muscle groups work overtime: they are constantly working to control the speed of the bike, both in acceleration and deceleration. You can’t just stop pedaling to slow down or stop. On a fixed-gear, the rider controls the speed of the bike with their legs. The pedals are always in motion because they are “fixed” to the drivetrain.

There is a slight (controlling speed) to an extreme (stopping) reverse pedaling motion with the legs while

Study: Who is Seriously Injured in Bike Crashes?

If you’re male, over 45, or not wearing a helmet, you’re more likely to be seriously injured in a singlebike crash than if you crash alone and don’t fit into one of those categories. So found a study in Sweden.

Injuries were also more severe for those cycling for recreation as opposed to going to work or school, those riding weekdays as opposed to weekends, and those on roads as opposed to bike paths. And all when no other vehicle was involved.

The researchers note, however, that their findings came from police

and hospital records, which don’t include unreported crashes. And a higher percentage of single-bike crashes probably don’t get reported than multi-vehicle ones. One factor that didn’t make a difference in the severity of the injury was whether snow or ice covered the road/trail.

Researchers couldn’t explain the reasons but say that their findings suggest that safety programs need more emphasis on singlevehicle crashes and protecting older riders. See https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/ S0001457521005418 with further

the pedals are still moving forward.

When descending a canyon on a regular bike, the rider can simply coast and use their brakes to control their speed. On a fixed-gear, a rider must use their legs to control speed.

Not only are they using their legs to control speed, but they are using them opposite of how one would normally pedal. When trying to slow down, on the pedal downstroke, the rider uses their hamstrings and, on the upstroke, they use their quadriceps.

This change in flexion and extension can prove highly beneficial to developing a more well-rounded and efficient pedal stroke. Not only that, but when you climb a canyon, you have to climb it twice as the descent is often more work than the ascent.

Fixed-gear riders often experience extremely high- and low-cadence ranges compared to riding a geared bike. This forces the rider to adapt to these ranges giving them a smoother and more powerful pedal stroke.

Anthony: If someone is interested in buying a fixed-gear bicycle, what are a few things they should look for or want in a fixed-gear for road and training?

Mike: Buying a fixed-gear bicycle is fairly simple. They are significantly less money than a geared bike.

Expecting the “fixie” purist to scoff at me, I would generally recommend getting a fixed-gear that has a front brake. This is a safety measure and nothing more. If you need to stop suddenly it’s possible to lock the rear wheel up with your legs but this may not slow you down enough to avoid the texting driver pulling left in front of you. The front brake just might be enough additional stopping power to avoid an ambulance ride.

Get the right size too. I see so many “fixie” riders on bikes that are way too big. It’s a current trend amongst that crowd to not show much seatpost. This can lead to a rider being on too big of a bike, which leads to negative handling at speeds, and which can actually be a detriment to training.

Anthony J. Nocella II, Ph.D. is a full-time professor at Salt Lake Community College, author of numerous books, trail runner, triathlete, competitive cyclist, and in his free time works at Hangar 15 Bicycles Millcreek. discussion at https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/ S2214140521003509.

And if you suffer the misfortune of crashing with a truck or bus, it’s more likely to kill you in a city than in a suburb. At least that’s what a study in China found.

Therefore, safety programs need to focus more on restricting bus/truck traffic in cities, the researchers suggest. See https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm. nih.gov/35100072// -Charles Pekow

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NUTRITION

Nutrition: Book Review on “The Cycling Chef”

By Breanne Nalder-Harward, MS, RDN I was definitely interested to see what was inside when the book The Cycling Chef: Recipes for Getting Lean and Fueling the Machine arrived at my doorstep. The cover definitely gives away the focus on cycling with an enticing title.

The author, Alan Murchison, is a Michelin-starred chef as well as an activer cyclist. The overall focus of the book is providing recipes, although he gives solid explanation behind his food and how he relates meal planning to cycling performance.

Murchison does a fine job in validating the categories of his recipes. He divides them into off-season, pre-season, pre-race, light, medium and hard training days. As I always preach in my articles, he explains that we need to fuel our bodies for

what we do on the given day: the more kilojoules (kJs) we burn the more we get to eat. The section on prepping for race meals is great providing guidance on healthy pre-load ideas with real food.

I can’t help my skepticism of the “off-season” section simply because I typically don’t recommend allowing for weight gain in the off-season and then cutting in the preseason. Rather, it’s better for our overall health to always fuel our bodies for what we are doing and having the appropriate amount of carbohydrates for fueling workouts and keeping food clean and lean outside of exercise.

Actively cutting carbs to lose weight when we need them to train is counterintuitive for our bodies. However, we do want our meals outside of fueling exercise to be clean and full of nutrient dense foods as well as enjoyable. The recipes in this book do provide many options for real food meals.

Overall, this is a great cookbook for active endurance athletes. The recipes look delicious! The book does not really address special diets and gives very few options for vegetarian, plant-based or gluten-free style eating. You could change the recipes on your own; it would just take finesse, time, and knowledge of substitutions when cooking. I’ll absolutely be boosting my meal planning with quite a few of these recipes. We all can use more ideas on yummy and healthy food, especially when we get into monotonous routines. We should enjoy our fuel as much as we do the work!

Breanne Nalder Harward, MS, RDN, earned a BS in Biology and Sociology from Westminster College and went on to receive a Master of Science degree in

Nutrition and Sports Dietetics from the University of Utah. She is licensed as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) and is the nutrition coach at PLAN7 En-

durance Coaching. You can find more info on her at plan7coaching.com or follow her on Instagram @breezysaycheezy.

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BICYCLE TOURING

Parks, Peaks and Prairies: A Tour of Northwest Wyoming and Beartooth have long been on my bucket list. Yellowstone National Park is always an attraction. Julie’s physical conditioning and my anxiety pushed me to plan shorter days than our earlier tours, so the final route we took was a “figure 8” with Cody in the middle

The Basics: We drove our car to the cabin of a neighbor, about 8 miles west of West Yellowstone, forgoing the thought of taking the bus. Julie and I rode off shortly before 1 PM with the intent of riding 50 miles and 2000 feet of climbing to Canyon campground in Yellowstone National Park. With the aid of a tailwind, we arrived in the hiker/biker site around 6 pm. No shower was available, as showers were turned off in the campgrounds in Yellowstone National Park due to COVID-19. Day 2 was our longest day, 60 miles in 5 hours of riding. We climbed nearly 2000 feet followed by a 2500-foot descent.

From canyon campground, only hard-sided campers are allowed in Coming off of Chief Joseph pass (staged picture with Julie on wrong side any campground until 16 miles east of road). Photo by Lou Melini of the east entrance of Yellowstone National Park at Rex Hale Forest Julie, but on how to plan the logistics Service campground. At this time of

By Lou Melini to satisfy our current interests and the year, I had been assured that we expectations. did not need weekday reservations Parks, Peaks and Prairies is a new I spent weeks planning and revisfor Forest Service campgrounds. route mapped by the bicycle travel ing the intended route, changing it Rex Hale FS campground had a organization, Adventure Cycling six times, the last being on day 2 of friendly host, potable water, and 2 Association. The full route runs from our trip when I shortened our ride bears close enough to be identified West Yellowstone to Minneapolis by one day. I lost sleep, once poring as black bears but far enough to not and is covered on 3 maps. My wife over a map at 2 a.m.. I consulted be threatening to us. We had noticed Julie and I used Map 1 for the West with two WarmShowers.org hosts a lot of bear scat along the road east Yellowstone to Greybull, Wyoming that lived along the route and one of Yellowstone. We kept our bear part of our tour starting on Labor district ranger for advice on my spray close, and our food was in Day in September of 2021. Our intended route. odor-proof bags in a bear box. intended route would take us through Weather, wind, elevation changes the prairies east and south of Cody, and forest service (FS) campground The Prairies: Wyoming, through Yellowstone availability were significant considDay 3 was primarily a descent National Park and across the peaks erations for a September tour in into Cody, the only obstacle being a of Chief Joseph Scenic Highway the high country of Wyoming. In 3500-foot tunnel without a shoulder. and the Beartooth Highway between addition, I wanted to include the Lights are highly advised. The truck Cody and Cooke City, Montana. “tourist” attractions; the Buffalo behind us kept his distance and acted This tour was the first tour Julie Bill Center of the West in Cody, a like he was our rear escort. The 2 and I have done since our ride across world-class museum, and the Hot other tunnels are short, perhaps 60 the U.S. in 2018. I was anxious to Springs State Park in Thermopolis. feet at most. Shortly after arrival in not only get out on a bike tour with The scenic highways, Chief Joseph Cody we spent 2 hours at the Buffalo

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Lou Melini on Lou and Julie’s Wyoming Tour. A Smokey view of Yellowstone Lake. Photo by Julie Melini

Bill Museum, receiving a free return pass after mentioning our return trip to Cody in another 5 days. We then spent the night with a wonderful WarmShowers.org couple, Mike and Paula, outside the city limits of Cody. Days 4-6 were relatively flat rides. We stayed at an immaculately clean KOA in Greybull. Greybull, as legend has it, was named after an albino buffalo, sacred to the Native Americans that lived there. As we moved on to Worland, we stayed at another excellent WarmShowers. org host, Stephen and Susan, north of town. After Worland we rode 40 miles to Thermopolis to an in-town campground next to the main road.

Our camp was one mile from Hot Springs State Park where we went swimming in the warm pools. That night we enjoyed a cantaloupe for desert that we carried fresh from the garden of our Worland host. The melon traveled well!

I can’t say enough about our WarmShowers.org hosts. Mike and Paula had ridden across the U.S. on the Northern Tier route in 2016.

Stephen rode to his 50th high school reunion in Washington D.C. in 2019, the same year I had my 50th reunion.

It is really nice to be with people that understand bike touring and why Julie and I are traveling as we do. As an example, Mike gave me some glue to patch my tubes. When I was patching a tube at his house, I opened a new tube only to find that it had dried out. I barely had enough to patch the tube.

There was a long climb out of Thermopolis at the city limits. We traveled the 50 miles to Meeteetse, where we camped at a respectable RV park on day 7 and additionally had a motel, cabins, and tent sites along the Greybull River. Soon after leaving Meeteeste we encountered antelope in pairs and one herd of about 20 animals. As I sped along looking at the herd, 2 antelope bounded across the road in front of me from the opposite direction giving me a bit of a scare. Further north, Julie and I stopped to see a herd of wild horses grazing.

Though less green compared

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Lunch at Sylvan Lake to prepare to ride Sylvan Pass. Photo by Lou Melini

to Star Valley, Wyoming (Afton, Alpine among other towns) that I have ridden through several times, the plains in this part of Wyoming are also flat, bordered by the Owl Creek Mountain range to the west and the Bighorn mountains to the east. Agriculture, specifically cattle, cattle feed, barley, and sugar beets being the major crops, is a large contributor to the economy along with mining and tourism.

Our return to Cody on day 8 brought us to the Ponderosa campground, about a half-mile from the museum and Wal-Mart where we resupplied. The museum was again a highlight of our return to Cody. If you travel through Cody, the Buffalo Bill Museum should be on your agenda. The museum is a collection of 5 distinct museums comprised of the Whitney Museum of western art (think Charles Russell, Frederic Remington and Thomas Moran among others), The Draper Natural History museum that comprises 5 floors of exhibits with each floor representing a different elevation

from prairie to mountain peaks, a museum of Native American history, a gun museum with exhibits going back hundreds of years and of course a museum for William “Buffalo Bill” Cody, one of the founders of Cody, Wyoming. Julie and I spent a total of 4 hours in our two visits, though a minimum of 6 hours is probably a better estimate to really take in the museum. We had previously been to this museum 30 years ago with our boys and before the Draper Natural History was added.

The Peaks: My anxiety again caused me to lose sleep. The next 2 days would involve 78 miles and lots of climbing on the Chief Joseph scenic highway and the Beartooth highway. Given that trucks use the roads, I assumed the grades would be reasonable. I was able to choose to do these mountainous roads, as there is a FS campground (Dead Indian Campground) halfway between Cody and Cooke City, a perfect location that enabled us to comfortably ride to Cooke City

in 2 days.

Chief Joseph scenic highway lived up to its name. Simply a gorgeous ride rivaling other nationally recognized scenic highways that we have ridden in Utah, Washington, Idaho, and Montana. The highway goes through Shoshone National Forest, following some of the route of Chief Joseph as he led the Nez Perce out of Yellowstone and into Montana in 1877 in his unsuccessful attempt to flee the U.S. calvary.

Fortunately, the smokey skies that limited our views during the first few days of our trip had cleared.

We were now able to see mountain peaks far in the distance, multicolored rocks lining the hillsides, and the vegetation that displayed the multiple colors in the cooler September weather.

We arrived at the campground just as the camp host was packing up to leave after a season of hosting.

The host told us that we could camp for free. Bear boxes were present, and a ranger came through assuring us that we would be safe from bears.

There was one other camper in an RV in the campground that night. On the next day we left Chief Joseph and turned onto the Beartooth Highway.

This road was also very scenic, but we had a stiff headwind all day. The Chief Joseph highway has a 9.5mile steady climb, perhaps a 5% grade topping out at 8,048 feet. The Beartooth had 6 climbs if I recall correctly, but shorter in length. The grades were perhaps 5-7% making for a tough day with the wind despite being “only” a 40-mile day. With the help of a very courteous hotel owner in Cooke City, we obtained the last available room in a cabin in Silver Gate (adjacent to Cooke City).

The Parks: We left Silver Gate early and entered Yellowstone National Park on day 11 through the northeast entrance. We had a downhill ride most of the morning to TowerRoosevelt Junction. Riding through the Lamar Valley was another highlight of the trip. The valley has been described as the “American Serengeti”. Hundreds of people lined the road and hillside with spotting scopes and binoculars to watch wolves and bears. Julie and I just saw dots in the distance. We did get to see a few bison herds, with one herd having a rough count of more than 50 bison. After lunch at Tower Junction, we were off to Mammoth. We had several climbs and descents, the last climb taking us to Yellowstone National Park headquarters in Mammoth. We did a tourist walk before heading off to the campground. The elk herd that habitat the area was quite the attraction, especially the one bull elk that walked through the parking lot.

We woke early at the Mammoth campground hoping to beat the traffic out of Mammoth. I grabbed our food from the bear box and heated water though that was going slowly as my fuel canister was near empty and the temperature was around 30.

Through the night we heard an elk bugling near camp. As we finished breakfast and cleaned up, the elk, with a 5-foot rack of antlers wandered through a neighboring camp stirring up the dog. Then the elk

wandered through our camp close office. We were glad for the short enough that Julie and I prepared to day, as the tailwind we had on day get under the picnic table. The elk one became a head wind as we exitdecided to lay down behind our bear ed the park for the final 9 miles to box. Saying goodbye to the elk, we our car. Not only did gusts of wind packed up and left camp. knock us about, but we also had a Upon leaving camp we went rumble strip on the already narrow uphill for 5 of the first 7 miles. In shoulder and fast truck traffic leavaddition, traffic was heavy with cars. ing West Yellowstone making us I chose the post-Labor Day weeks in both nervous. order to avoid crowds but it seemed Overall, the route that we took on like a lot of other people had the this particular trip will be a highlight same idea. Due to traffic, we pulled among the many tours that we have off the road every couple of miles, ridden. Julie and I had a wonderful especially when we saw a dump ride. The shorter riding days allowed truck as it was usually followed by for a relaxing trip and time to enjoy at least 20 cars. About 10 miles or some of the people and sights along so north of the Norris area a shoul- the way. der appeared on the road. Traffic had lightened by this time, and we Trip Tips: rode on taking in the scenery. After The Salt Lake Express bus drops another short climb we had a small you of at the Visitor Center in West descent into Madison campground. Yellowstone at 4:50 PM with pick-up We set up in the hiker/biker campsite for the return trip at 9 AM. You are and went off to find our neighbors able to park your car at the Visitor from home. They happened to be Center for up to 2 weeks. Check camping at Madison so the 4 of us with the visitor center for details. took an hour stroll taking in the The roads we took had adequate beauty along the Madison River. shoulders with the exceptions being On our final morning we packed Yellowstone National Park roads up for the short 23-mile ride while between Canyon and Fishing Bridge, I finished my complimentary mug of coffee from the employee coffee Continued on page 23 pot in the adjacent camp registration

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BICYCLE ART

Bronze Gods of Cycling: The Bicycle Art of Cary Wolfson

Artist Name: Cary Wolfson Title: Bronze Gods of Cycling Medium: Composite digital photo Size: 2131 x 1200 pixels

Brief artists statement: My interest in digital photography was piqued by a trip to Italy in 2007.

Since then my work has been featured at many venues in and around my hometown of Boulder, CO, and has received numerous awards and

jury selections. For this image I took a snapshot while wandering around at the Loveland, Colorado, Sculpture Show in 2009. It took many painstaking hours to isolate and then process the riders before combining them with a mountain backdrop I shot in Sedona, AZ.

Unlike this piece, most of my recent work is solely done using an iPhone and I teach iPhone photography classes here at home and every summer at Common Ground on the Hill Music and Arts Camp’s Traditions Week in Maryland.

Where can people find your art and/or purchase prints?

Facebook: Cary Wolfson PhotoGraphic Arts; Instagram:@mrwolfo Website or contact info: cary@ bluesaccess.com

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MECHANIC’S CORNER

Air Springs and Bicycle Suspension

As the length of the chamber shrinks, the air pressure increases with a steepening curve. Photo by Eric Ramirez

By Eric Ramirez If you’re wondering what an airspring is, or how it works, you’re probably not alone. Chances are that if you’re mountain biking you already have an intimate relationship with an air-spring. Most of our bikes come with a suspension fork and full-suspension bikes also come with a rear shock. Despite the brand of bike, it’s hard not to overlook the limited number of suspension manufacturers, such as Fox, RockShox, and DVO. How We Know the Air-Spring The bumpy nature of mountain biking is felt chiefly in your pedals and handlebars. As you ride your new trail bike across any stretch of dirt and rocks, notice the harshness is smoothed out and sometimes makes the worst looking feature simply disappear. This behavior can be considered the over-simplified version of what suspension does.

While the wheels feel every nuance of the trail, your front and rear suspension units soften the blow by separating you from each large and small impact with a minute cushion of air. That cushion is the spring. Hence, the “air-spring,” for the purposes of this article.

The general feel of suspension might not lend enough clues to tell you if you’re using an air-spring. If you have an air-valve on either your rear shock or your fork, that’s an

air-spring.

How Does it Work?

When we think of a spring, our minds often picture a wound-up wire that bounces, called a “coil.”

Air-springs are different in many ways. First, a coil spring is capable of existing by itself. An air-spring without a dynamic container would simply be ambient air, and not a spring at all. In most suspension forks the air-spring container is the stanchion tube. There is typically one dynamic part of this container, which resembles a plunger.

This plunger cannot extend beyond a certain boundary of the container, but it can move into this chamber, able to compress the air inside. While not under load this compressed air resembles a barbeque propane tank, just wildly more expensive. The air continually pushes back against the pressure inside the chamber requiring a certain amount of external force to compress. By pushing the “plunger,” or “air-spring assembly,” into the chamber of air, it becomes an airspring.

Break-Away This act of initiating is called a compression cycle, also “travel,” and is referred to as “break-away.”

Break-away force refers to the amount of energy it takes to get the travel started. If an air-spring chamber contains 68 psi of air, then it will

require a certain amount of external pressure from rider weight or impacts to start moving: for example, a 120-pound rider sits on the bike.

But the air-spring requires a bounce to get moving. This can have a harsh feel on the trail.

Newer suspension designs, like the Fox Evol (extra-volume) or RockShox Debonair (same thing), include an enlarged air chamber on the other side of the plunger head. This is called negative air.

Manufacturers have engineered this chamber to absorb a given ratio of air from the main air-chamber.

Looking back to our 68-psi chamber, suppose the negative chamber has about 38 psi in it rather than 0 psi. Initiating a compression cycle is much easier because there is a 38 psi already pushing against the main airspring. This improves the air-spring feel and suspension ride quality.

Ramp As the compression cycle continues, the air-pressure increases exponentially. Whatever air is inside the chamber stays there, in a shrinking space. This compression of space and increase of pressure is exponential, which is why you hear bike people talking about “ramp.”

Imagine the pressure doubling inside the chamber every time the length is compressed by half. A rider might require 68 psi in their fork to support their riding weight and we can assume this is a 160mm travel trail fork. The rider hits a medium bump and uses half the travel. Half a chamber length reduction is a two-fold increase in pressure to 136 psi. At half travel there is 80mm left to full compression. If the length of the chamber is reduced by half again to 40mm remaining (where 120mm is used), the pressure of the air has again doubled to 272 psi.

Length of Air Pressure (psi) Chamber (mm) 160

68

80

136

20

544

40

272

(Simplified Stanchion Tube Air Spring) The walls of this chamber represent the stanchion tube.

1. Main air chamber, 2. Negative air chamber, 3. Upper seal, or top cap and air valve, 4. Piston seal head (plunger) which also separates the main air chamber from the Negative air chamber, 5. Lower Seal (non-moving, sealing negative chamber, 6. Air shaft/piston.

Photo by Eric Ramirez

Air spring upper seal, Top Cap/Air Valve. Photo by Eric Ramirez

Air side stanchion tube with top cap and spring assembly removed, residue grease can be seen. Many manufacturers use the left stanchion tube as the air spring. Photo

by Eric Ramirez

Air spring assembly, including fastening unit, lower seal, and main seal; considered one unit by most manufacturers. Photo by Eric Ramirez

Where an external bolt fastens to the air shaft/piston through the lower part of the fork, completing the assembly of this side of the fork.

Photo by Eric Ramirez

Fox Top Cap Dust Cap. Photo by Eric Ramirez

Rockshox Top Cap Dust Cap. Photo

by Eric Ramirez

External air shaft bolt. Photo by Eric Ramirez

Air piston/shaft fastened into lower portion of stanchion tube. Photo by Eric Ramirez

If you graph this information, a rudimentary chart would show the travel to internal air pressure ratio on a line that would be shaped like a ramp.

Inflation, Deflation, and Maintenance In reading this, you might think about how much is involved in containing all this dynamic air pressure.

Well, simply stated, there are tons of little seals in various types installed across the suspension units.

The air-spring itself has several seals that wear over time due to the constant pressure and cycling inside the air chambers. These will need to be replaced periodically. Highgrade lubrication oils are used to keep the shock smooth and reduce friction. These must also be flushed and replaced periodically. When servicing suspension components, the technician should be checking the status of the air seals. Many technicians will insist on replacing the seals preventatively.

To avoid any erratic air-spring behavior, it is important to cycle

Take your time inflating, use a 2x4 against the thru-axle to support the fork as you compress it between inflation pumps. Photo by Eric Ramirez

your shock while inflating it, about every 20 psi or so. This allows the main air chamber to balance with the negative air spring. Never rapidly deflate the fork or shock, as this prevents the air in the negative chamber from evacuating; always deflate very slowly. Also, avoid deflating air-springs while loaded; air-springs should be fully extended when inflating or deflating.

Eric has over 20 years experience working on bikes, starting in Park City. He has recently opened his own business with the aim to teach people about bikes and how to work on them, while still offering some mobile repairs. www.insightbike.com

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BICYCLE SHOP DIRECTORY Southern Utah

Brian Head/Cedar City

Brian Head Resort Mountain Bike Park

329 S. Hwy 143 P.O. Box 190008 Brian Head, UT 84719 435-677-2035 brianhead.com

Cedar Cycle

38 E. 200 S. Cedar City, UT 84720 (435) 586-5210 cedarcycle.com

Family Bicycle Outfitters

1184 S. Sage Drive Suite C Cedar City, UT 84720 435-867-4336 familybicycleoutfitters.com

Red Rock Bicycle Co.

996 S Main Street Cedar City, UT 84720 (435) 383-5025 redrockbicycle.com

Hurricane

Over the Edge Sports

76 E. 100 S. Hurricane, UT 84737 (435) 635-5455 overtheedge.bike

Moab

Chile Pepper

702 S. Main (next to Moab Brewery) Moab , UT 84532 (435) 259-4688 info@chilebiles.com chilebikes.com

Bike Fiend

69 E. Center Street Moab, UT 84532 435-315-0002 moabbikefiend.com

Moab Cyclery

391 S Main St. Moab, UT 84532 (435) 259-7423 moabcyclery.com

Poison Spider Bicycles

497 North Main Moab, UT 84532 (435) 259-BIKE (800) 635-1792 poisonspiderbicycles.com

Rim Cyclery

94 W. 100 North Moab, UT 84532 (435) 259-5333 rimcyclery.com

Monticello

Roam Industry

265 N. Main St. Monticello, UT 84535 (435) 590-2741 roamutah.com

Price

Altitude Cycle 82 N. 100 W. Price, UT 84501 (435) 637-2453 altitudecycle.com

St. George

Bicycles Unlimited

90 S. 100 E. St. George, UT 84770 (435) 673-4492 (888) 673-4492 bicyclesunlimited.com

IBB Cyclery & Multisport

185 E Center St Ivins, UT 84738 435-319-0011 ibbcyclery.com

Rapid Cycling

705 N. Bluff Street St. George, UT 84770 435-703-9880 rapidcyclingbikes.com

Red Rock Bicycle Co.

Springdale Zion Cycles

868 Zion Park Blvd.

P.O. Box 276 Springdale, UT 84767 (435) 772-0400 zioncycles.com

Northern Utah

Logan

Al’s Cyclery / Al’s Sporting Goods

1075 N Main Street, Suite 120 Logan, UT 84341 435-752-5151 als.com

Joy Ride Bicycles 131 E 1600 N North Logan, UT 84341 (435) 753-7175 joyridebikes.com

Sunrise Cyclery

138 North 100 East Logan, UT 84321 (435) 753-3294 sunrisecyclery.net

Wimmer’s Ultimate Bicycles

745 N. Main St. Logan, UT 84321 (435) 752-2326 wimmersbikeshop.com

Park City/Heber

Cole Sport

1615 Park Avenue Park City, UT 84060 (435) 649-4806 colesport.com

Contender Bicycles

1352 White Pine Canyon Road Park City, UT 84060 435-214-7287 contenderbicycles.com

Jans Mountain Outfitters 1600 Park Avenue P.O. Box 280 Park City, UT 84060 (435) 649-4949 jans.com

Mountain Velo

1612 W. Ute Blvd, Suite 115 Park City, UT 84098 (435) 575-8356 mountainvelo.com

Park City Bike Demos

1500 Kearns Blvd Park City, UT 84060 435-659-3991 parkcitybikedemos.com

Slim and Knobby’s Bike Shop 84 S Main Heber, UT 84032 (435) 654-2282 slimandknobbys.com

Stein Eriksen Sport

At The Stein Eriksen Lodge 7700 Stein Way (Mid-Mountain/Silver Lake) Deer Valley, UT 84060 (435) 658-0680 steineriksen.com

Silver Star Ski and Sport

1825 Three Kings Drive Park City, UT 84060 435-645-7827 silverstarskiandsport.com

Storm Cycles

1153 Center Drive, Suite G140 Park City, UT 84098 (435) 200-9120 stormcycles.net

White Pine Touring

1790 Bonanza Drive P.O. Box 280 Park City, UT 84060 (435) 649-8710 whitepinetouring.com

Vernal

Altitude Cycle 580 E. Main Street Vernal, UT 84078 (435) 781-2595 altitudecycle.com

Wasatch Front

WEBER COUNTY

redrockbicycle.com

2429 N. Highway 158 Eden, UT 84310 (801) 745-0101

Eden/Huntsville/Mountain Green

Diamond Peak Mountain Sports

diamondpeak.biz

Ogden

Bingham Cyclery

1895 S. Washington Blvd.

Ogden, UT 84401 (801) 399-4981 binghamcyclery.com

Cranky's Bike Shop

142 E. 800 S..

Salt Lake City, UT 84102 (801) 582-9870 crankysutah.com

Skyline Cycle

Gear Rush Consignment

Lake Town Bicycles

1403 W. 9000 S. West Jordan, UT 84088 (801) 432-2995 laketownbicycles.net

REI (Recreational Equipment Inc.)

834 Washington Blvd.

Ogden, UT 84404 (801) 394-7700 skylinecyclery.com

53 W Truman Ave. South Salt Lake, UT 84115 385-202-7196 gearrush.com

230 W. 10600 S. Sandy, UT 84070 (801) 501-0850 rei.com/sandy

The Bike Shoppe 4390 Washington Blvd.

Ogden, UT 84403 (801) 476-1600 thebikeshoppe.com

Go-Ride.com Mountain Bikes

2066 S 2100 E Salt Lake City, UT 84108 (801) 474-0081 go-ride.com

Salt Cycles

Two Hoosiers Cyclery

Guthrie Bicycle

UTAH COUNTY

2374 Harrison Blvd. ​Ogden, UT 84401 385-238-4973 twohoosierscyclery.com

DAVIS COUNTY

803 East 2100 South Salt Lake City, UT 84106 (801) 484-0404 guthriebike.com

Highlander Bike

2073 E. 9400 S. Sandy, UT 84093 (801) 943-8502 saltcycles.com

Alpine/American Fork/Cedar Hills/ Lehi/Pleasant Grove/Lindon Bike Peddler

Biker’s Edge

3333 S. Highland Drive Salt Lake City, UT 84106 (801) 487-3508 highlanderbikeshop.com

3600 Ashton Blvd Suite A Lehi, Utah 84043 801-756-5014 bikepeddlerutah.com

Hyland Cyclery

Eddy’s Bicycle Barn

Bingham Cyclery

3040 S. Highland Drive Salt Lake City, UT 84106 (801) 467-0914 hylandcyclery.com

550 W State Rd #2 Lehi, UT 84043 801-503-7872 eddysbicyclebarn.com

Jerks Bike Shop

Fezzari Bicycles

232 N. Main Street Kaysville, UT 84037 (801) 544-5300 bebikes.com 2317 North Main Street Sunset, UT 84015 (801) 825-8632 binghamcyclery.com

Bountiful Bicycle

446 W. 100 S. (100 S. and Bluff) St. George, UT 84770 (435) 674-3185

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Level Nine Sports

1273 Canyon Road Ogden, UT 84404 801-621-2003 levelninesports.com

2482 S. Hwy 89 Bountiful, UT 84010 (801) 295-6711 bountifulbicycle.com

4967 S. State St. Murray, UT 84107 (801) 261-0736 jerksbikeshop.com

Level Nine Sports

850 W. 200 S. Lindon, UT 84042 801-471-0440 fezzari.com

Hangar 15 Bicycles

Bountiful Bicycle

625 S 600 W Salt Lake City, UT 84101 801-973-7350 levelninesports.com

Great Western E-Bikes

1095 S. State Street Salt Lake City, UT 84111 801-341-2202 pedegoslc.com

4161 N. Thanksgiving Way, #205 Lehi, UT 8411184043 801-405-7383 pedegoslc.com

REI (Recreational Equipment Inc.)

Timpanogos Cyclery

Guthrie Bicycle

3285 E. 3300 S. Salt Lake City, UT 84109 (801) 486-2100 rei.com/saltlakecity

Trek Bicycle

Trek Bicycle Store of American Fork

151 N. Main St. Kaysville, UT 84037 (801) 444-2453 bountifulbicycle.com

40 W 500 S Ste B Bountiful, UT 84010 801-494-9898 greatwesternebikes.com 420 W. 500 S. Bountiful, UT 84010 (801) 683-0166 guthriebike.com

Pedego Electric Bikes

Loyal Cycle Co.

247 S. 500 E. Salt Lake City, UT 84102 (801) 746-8366 slcbike.com

Masherz

1035 S. 700 E. Salt Lake City, UT 84105 (801) 997-0002 saltlakeebikes.com

15 E. State St. Farmington, UT 84025 801-451-7560 loyalcycleco.com 2226 N. 640 W. West Bountiful, UT 84087 (801) 683-7556 masherz.com

REI

220 Station Pkwy Farmington, UT 84025 801-923-1707 rei.com/stores/farmington.html

Trek Bicycle Centerville

26 I-15 Frontage Rd Centerville, UT 84014 801-609-7877 trekbikes.com/us/en_US/retail/centerville/

Salt Lake Ebikes

Saturday Cycles

605 N. 300 W. Salt Lake City, UT 84103 (801) 935-4605 saturdaycycles.com

SLC Bicycle Collective 2312 S. West Temple Salt Lake City, UT 84115 (801) 328-BIKE slcbikecollective.org

Level Nine Sports

SALT LAKE COUNTY

2927 E 3300 South Salt Lake City, UT 84109 801-466-9880 levelninesports.com

Cottonwood Cyclery

Sports Den

Central Valley

2594 Bengal Blvd Cottonwood Heights, UT 84121 (801) 942-1015 cottonwoodcyclery.com

Flynn Cyclery

2282 E. Murray Holladay Rd Holladay, UT 84117 801-432-8447 flynncyclery.com

Hangar 15 Bicycles

3969 Wasatch Blvd.

(Olympus Hills Mall) Salt Lake City, UT 84124 (801) 278-1500 hangar15bicycles.com

Salt Lake City Bicycle Center

2200 S. 700 E. Salt Lake City, UT 84106 (801) 484-5275 bicyclecenter.com

BikeFitr

1549 S 1100 E Suite D Salt Lake City, Ut 84105 801-930-0855 bikefitr.com

Bingham Cyclery

336 W. Broadway (300 S) Salt Lake City, UT 84101 801-583-1940 binghamcyclery.com

Contender Bicycles

989 East 900 South Salt Lake City, UT 84105 (801) 364-0344 contenderbicycles.com

1350 South Foothill Dr (Foothill Village) Salt Lake City, UT 84108 (801) 582-5611 SportsDen.com

The Bike Lady

1555 So. 900 E. Salt Lake City, UT 84105 (801) 638-0956 bikeguyslc.com

1678 East SR-92 Highland/Lehi, UT 84043 (801) 901-6370 infinitecycles.com

Pedego Electric Bikes

665 West State St. Pleasant Grove, UT 84062 (801)-796-7500 timpanogoscyclery.com

Meadows Shopping Center 356 N 750 W, #D-11 American Fork, UT 84003 (801) 763-1222 trekAF.com

Utah Mountain Biking

169 W. Main St. Lehi, UT 84043 801-653-2689 utahmountainbiking.com

Payson

Nebo Peaks Cycles

36 W. Utah Ave Payson, UT 84651 (801) 465-8881 nebopeakscycles.com

Provo/Orem/Springville

Al’s Cyclery / Al’s Sporting Goods 643 East University Parkway Orem, UT 84097 435-752-5151 als.com

Hangar 15 Bicycles

1756 S State Street Orem, UT 84097 385-375-2133 hangar15bicycles.com

Hangar 15 Bicycles

877 N. 700 E. Spanish Fork, UT 84660 (801) 504-6655 hangar15bicycles.com

Level Nine Sports

Wasatch Touring

644 State St. Orem, UT 84057 801-607-2493 levelninesports.com

South and West Valley

350 N. Orem Blvd Orem, UT 84057 (801) 222-9577 maddogcycles.com

702 East 100 South Salt Lake City, UT 84102 (801) 359-9361 wasatchtouring.com

Bingham Cyclery

10510 S. 1300 East (106th S.) Sandy, UT 84094 (801) 571-4480 binghamcyclery.com

Go-Ride.com Mountain Bikes

12288 S. 900 E. Draper, UT 84020 (801) 474-0082 go-ride.com

Hangar 15 Bicycles

762 E. 12300 South Draper, UT 84020 (801) 576-8844 hangar15bicycles.com

Hangar 15 Bicycles

11445 S. Redwood Rd S. Jordan, UT 84095 (801) 790-9999 hangar15bicycles.com

Mad Dog Cycles

Racer’s Cycle Service

Mobile Bike Shop Provo, UT (801) 375-5873 racerscycle.net

Taylor’s Bike Shop 1520 N. 200 W. Provo, UT 84604 (801) 377-8044 taylorsbikeshop.com

ARIZONA

Cave Creek

Flat Tire Bike Shop

6032 E Cave Creek Rd Cave Creek, AZ 85331 480-488-5261 flattirebikes.com

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COLORADO

Flagstaff Absolute Bikes 202 East Route 66 Flagstaff, AZ 86001 928-779-5969 absolutebikes.net

Sedona Absolute Bikes

6101 Highway 179 Suite D Village of Oak Creek Sedona, AZ 86351 928-284-1242 absolutebikes.net

Thunder Mountain Bikes 1695 W. Hwy 89A Sedona, AZ 86336 928-282-1106 thundermountainbikes.com

Fruita Colorado Backcountry Biker 150 S Park Square Fruita, CO 81521 970-858-3917 backcountrybiker.com

Over the Edge Sports

Tour of Nevada City Bicycle Shop 457 Sacramento St. Nevada City, CA 95959 530-265-2187 tourofnevadacity.com

Dr. J’s Bicycle Shop

1693 Mission Dr. Solvang, CA 93463 805-688-6263 www.djsbikeshop.com

115 13th Ave South Nampa, ID 83651 208-466-7655 www.rollinghcycles.com

Teton Bike

Victor/Driggs

490 W. Broadway Jackson, Wyoming 83001 307-690-4715 tetonbike.com

Teton Village Sports

WYOMING

Wilson Backcountry Sports

Jackson Area

500 S. Hwy 89 Jackson, WY fitzgeraldsbicyles.com 307-201-5453

3285 W Village Drive Teton Village, WY 83025 tetonvillagesports.com

1230 Ida Lane Wilson, WY 83014 307-733-5228 wilsonbackcountry.com

IDAHO

520 W Broadway Ave # 3 Jackson, Wyoming 83001 307-733-5335 hobacksports.com

Hoff’s Bike Smith 265 W. Broadway Jackson, WY 83001 307-203-0444 hoffsbikesmith.cm

Fitzgeralds Bicycles

20 Cedron Rd Victor, ID 83455 208-787-2453 fitzgeraldsbicycles.com

Habitat

18 N Main St, Driggs, ID 83422 208-354-7669 ridethetetons.com

Peaked Sports

70 E Little Ave, Driggs, ID 83422 208-354-2354 peakedsports.com

Boise

Bob’s Bicycles

Hoback Sports

Rolling H Cycles

1160 Alpine Ln, Jackson, WY 83001 307-200-6144 thehubbikes.com

202 E Aspen Ave Fruita, CO 81521 970-858-7220 otesports.com

Fitzgeralds Bicycles

CALIFORNIA

The Hub

6681 West Fairview Avenue Boise, ID. 83704 208-322-8042 www.bobs-bicycles.com

Boise Bicycle Project

1027 S Lusk St. Boise, ID 83796 208-429-6520 www.boisebicycleproject.org

Custom Cycles

2515. N. Lander St. Boise, ID 83703 208-559-6917 harloebikes@icloud.com facebook.com/Custom-Cycles-1071105139568418

Eastside Cycles

3123 South Brown Way Boise, ID 83706 208.344.3005 www.rideeastside.com

George’s Cycles

312 S. 3rd Street Boise, ID 83702 208-343-3782 georgescycles.com

George’s Cycles

515 West State Street Boise, ID 83702 208-853-1964 georgescycles.com

Idaho Mountain Touring

1310 West Main Street Boise, ID 83702 208-336-3854 www.idahomountaintouring.com

Ridgeline Bike & Ski

10470 W. Overland Rd. Boise, ID 83709 208-376-9240 ridgelinebikenski.com

Spokey Joe’s Bikes & Gear 2337 S. Apple St. Boise, ID 83706 208-202-2920 spokeyjoe.com

TriTown

1517 North 13th Street Boise, ID 83702 208-297-7943 www.tritownboise.com

Idaho Falls Bill’s Bike and Run

Spoke and Wheel 148 Addison Ave Twin Falls, ID83301 (208) 734-6033 spokeandwheelbike.com

Cycle Therapy 1542 Fillmore St Twin Falls, ID 83301 208-733-1319 cycletherapy-rx.com/

Salmon The Hub 206 Van Dreff Street Salmon, ID 83467 208-357-9109 ridesalmon.com

Sun Valley/Hailey/Ketchum Durance 131 2nd Ave S Ketchum, ID 83340 208-726-7693 durance.com

Power House

930 Pier View Dr Idaho Falls, ID 208-522-3341 billsbikeandrun.com

502 N. Main St. Hailey, ID 83333 208-788-9184 powerhouseidaho.com

Dave’s Bike Shop

Sturtevants

367 W Broadway St Idaho Falls, ID 83402 208-529-6886 facebook.com/DavesBikeShopIdahoFalls

Idaho Mountain Trading

474 Shoup Ave Idaho Falls, ID 83402 208-523-6679 idahomountaintrading.com

Intergalatic Bicycle Service

263 N. Woodruff Idaho Falls, ID 83401 208-360-9542 intergalacticbicycleservice.tumblr.com

340 N. Main Ketchum, ID 83340 208-726-4512 sturtevants-sv.com

Sun Summit South 418 South Main Street Hailey, ID 83333 208-788-6006 crankandcarve.com

The Elephant Perch 280 East Ave Ketchum, ID 83340 208-726-3497 elephantsperch.com

Pocatello

NEVADA

Barries Ski and Sport

624 Yellowstone Ave Pocatello, ID 208-232-8996 barriessports.com

Element Outfitters

222 S 5th AVE Pocatello, ID 208-232-8722 elementoutfitters.com

Element Outfitters

1570 N Yellowstone Ave Pocatello, ID 208-232-8722 elementoutfitters.com

Rexburg

Bill’s Bike and Run 113 S 2nd W Rexburg, ID 208-932-2719 billsbikeandrun.com

Twin Falls Epic Elevation Sports

2064 Kimberly Rd. Twin Falls, ID 83301 208-733-7433 epicelevationsports.com

Boulder City All Mountain Cyclery 1601 Nevada Highway Boulder City, NV 89005 702-250-6596 allmountaincyclery.com

ELY Sportsworld 1500 E Aultman St Ely, NV 89301 775-289-8886 sportsworldnevada.com

Las Vegas Giant Las Vegas 9345 S. Cimarron Las Vegas, NV 89178 702-844-2453 giantlasvegas.com

Las Vegas Cyclery 10575 Discovery Dr Las Vegas, NV 89147 (702) 596-2953 lasvegascyclery.com

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BMX RAD Canyon BMX — South Jordan, UT, Indoor and outdoor BMX racing. Location: 5200 W, 9800 South, Practice Tuesday 6:30- 8:30, Race Thursday, Registration 6:00- 7:00, Race at 7, May through September (practices starting in April with additional practices on Tuesdays through May), Dallas Edwards, 801-803-1900, radcanyonbmx@radcanyonbmx.com, radcanyonbmx. com Legacy BMX — Farmington, UT, Indoor bmx racing at the Legacy Events center 151 South 1100 West, Farmington, UT., Practice Wednesday 6:009:00; Race Saturday, May through September, Kevin , 801-698-1490, kevin@klikphoto.net, lrbmx. com, radcanyonbmx.com/Rad_Canyon_ Legacy_Outdoor_Schedule_2014.pdf May 15, 2022 — USA Cycling Elite BMX National Championships, Tulsa, OK, Chuck Hodge, 719434-4200, chodge@usacycling.org, usacycling. org

Advocacy Bike Utah — UT, Utah’s Statewide Advocacy Group. They work on education and other bike related advocacy., Jenn Oxborrow, 385-8311515, jenn@bikeutah.org, bikeutah.org Salt Lake City Mayor’s Bicycle Advisory Committee (MBAC) — Salt Lake City, UT, Meetings are the 3rd Monday of the month from 5-7 pm in the SLC Transportation Division Conference room., Salt Lake City Transportation , 801-535-6630, bikeslc@ slcgov.com, bikeslc.com Salt Lake County Bicycle Advisory Committee — Salt Lake City, UT, The SLCBAC committee works to improve cycling conditions in Salt Lake County and is an official committee. Meetings are the second Wednesday of each month from 5:30-7:30 pm and are held in Suite N-2800 of the Salt Lake County Government Center, 2001 S. State St., Salt Lake City, UT, , Helen Peters, 385-468-4860, HPeters@slco.org, bicycle.slco.org Weber Pathways — Ogden, UT, Weber County’s trails group. We are committed to the idea that a non-motorized network of public pathways significantly contribute to our community’s economic vitality and quality of life., Mark Benigni, 801-393-2304, wp@weberpathways.org, Rod

Kramer, 801-393-2304, rod@weberpathways.org, weberpathways.org Mooseknuckler Alliance — St. George, UT, We accept all types and styles of riders; most importantly we want people to ride their bikes and enjoy doing it. Most of us love riding our bikes in all types of weather and in multiple disciplines. The Alliance is located in Southern Utah and has group rides to help people get out, meet new friends, and most importantly, have fun riding their bikes., Lukas Brinkerhoff, 435-632-8215, lukas@mooseknuckleralliance.org, mooseknuckleralliance.org Mountain Trails Foundation — Park City, UT, Park City’s Trails Group, Charlie Sturgis, 435-649-6839, charlie@mountaintrails.org, mountaintrails.org Bonneville Shoreline Trail Committee — Salt Lake City, UT, Volunteer to help build the Bonneville Shoreline Trail. (801) 485-6974 or visit our web page., Dave Roth, 801-824-5339, bonnevilleshorelinetrail@gmail.com, bonnevilleshorelinetrail.org Parley’s Rails, Trails and Tunnels (PRATT) — Salt Lake City, UT, PRATT is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, run by volunteers. The mission of the Parley’s Rails, Trails and Tunnels (PRATT) Coalition is to assist city, county, state and federal agencies and other public and private partners in completing a multi-use trail along I-80 via Parley’s Creek Corridor and the Sugar House Rail Spur to connect the Bonneville Shoreline Trail with the Provo/Jordan River Parkway., Juan Arce-Larreta, 801-694-8925, parleystrail@gmail. com, parleystrail.org Provo Bike Committee — Provo, UT, Please join us every first Thursday of the month at 5 pm at 48 N. 300 W. to help make Provo a more bicycle-friendly community., Heather Skabelund, 971-404-1557, bikeprovo@gmail.com, Aaron Skabelund, 385-207-6879, a.skabelund@gmail. com, bikeprovo.org Dixie Trails and Mountain Bike Advocacy — St. George, UT, Cimarron Chacon, 970-759-3048, info@groraces.com, dmbta.org Southern Utah Bicycle Alliance — St. George, UT, Southern Utah’s road advocacy group., Craig Shanklin, 435-674-1742, southernutahbicycle@ gmail.com, southernutahbicyclealliance.org WOBAC - Weber Ogden Bicycle Advisory Committee — Ogden, UT, Josh Jones, 801-6298757, joshjones@ogdencity.com, Idaho Bike Walk Alliance — Boise, ID, Idaho’s Statewide bicycle advocacy organization, Cynthia Gibson, 208-345-1105, cynthia@idahowalkbike.org, idahowalkbike.org Greater Arizona Bicycling Association — Tucson, AZ, Arizona’s Statewide bicycle advocacy organization, Eric Post, president@bikegaba.org, bikegaba.org Coalition of Arizona Bicyclists — Phoenix, AZ, Statewide bicycle advocacy organization, Bob Beane, 623-252-0931, cazbike@cazbike.org, cazbike.org Wyoming Pathways — Wilson, WY, Statewide bicycle advocacy organization, Tim Young, 307-4138464, , wyopath.org Bicycle Colorado — Denver, CO, Statewide bicycle advocacy organization, Dan Grunig, 303417-1544, info@bicyclecolorado.org, bicyclecolorado.org Bike Walk Montana — Helena, MT, Statewide bicycle advocacy organization, Taylor Lonsdale, bznbybike@gmail.com, Doug Haberman, 406449-2787, info@bikewalkmontana.org, bikewalkmontana.org

Salt Lake Valley Trails Society — Salt Lake City, UT, Salt Lake Valley’s natural surface bicycle trails non-profit., Kevin Dwyer, kevin@saltlakevalleytrailssociety.org, saltlakevalleytrailssociety.org Teton Valley Trails and Pathways (TVTAP) — Jackson, WY, Promotes trails and pathways in the Wydaho area of Wyoming and Idaho., Dan Verbeten, 208-201-1622, dan@tvtap.org, tvtap. org, tetonbikefest.org Bike Orem — Orem, UT, The Orem Bicycle Coalition exists to cultivate a more bicycle friendly community in Orem so that more residents will be able and excited to ride in our community. We do this by encouraging bicycle safety, accessibility, inclusivity, and infrastructure to the community and its residents. Come join us! Currently we are meeting on the second Wednesday of each month, from 5:30pm to 7:00pm at Mad Dog Cycles. The address is 350 North Orem Blvd, Orem, UT 84057, Randy Gibb, 801-222-9577, randy@maddogcycles.com, bikeorem.weebly. com

Events, Swaps,Lectures Beehive Bike Polo Club — Salt Lake City, UT, Weekly hardcourt and grass bike polo. Tuesdays at 8pm, Saturday afternoons. Check out the Beehive Bike Polo Club on Facebook for location., Chuck Heaton, 801-688-7268, heatpolocompany@gmail.com, facebook.com/ groups/189631497724953/, beehivebikepolo. wordpress.com , March 16-17 — Move Utah Summit, Wasatch Front, UT, The Move Utah Summit is the only event of its kind in Utah. How our communities grow directly affects our health and well-being.

Each year, hundreds of subject-matter experts, including planners, engineers, and community leaders from across the state come together to discuss best practices for improving decisionmaking related to health, transportation and land use. The Move Utah Summit 2022 keynote and breakout sessions will be held virtually from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Wednesday, March 16 and Thursday, March 17. In-person mobile tours will be held on March 16 and March 17 from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Heidi Goedhart, 801-783-8426, hgoedhart@utah.gov, move.utah.gov April 19, 2022 — Utah Bike Summit, Layton, UT, The Utah Bike Summit is the state bicycle conference! Summit attendees are directly involved in cycling, planning and development, tourism, outdoor recreation, local business and bike shops, corporate brands, and healthcare.The theme for the 2022 Utah Bike Summit is Our Streets, Our Trails, Our Future. The summit will feature a Covid-Safe in-person conference with speakers, training sessions, networking opportunities, and discussions focusing on how to make Utah a better place to ride. Join us for lively conversations, product demos, and a motivational atmosphere! Regardless of your interest in bicycling (transportation, recreation, road, mountain, commuter), the Utah Bike Summit is for you and all are encouraged to attend.Keynote Speaker: Robin Mazumder, PhD Neuroscientist, on Public spaces are essential – but not yet equal. What if urban planners started viewing themselves as part of a community’s health care team? Interested in helping design cities that support well-being, equity, and our planet, Robin Muzumder is breaking new ground in the field of environmental neuroscience studying the ways in which people experience stress in urban environments. Mazumder’s work hinges on an important consideration: that not all people experience the built environment and public space in the same way., Jenn Oxborrow, 385-831-1515, jenn@bikeutah.org, bikeutah.org/ summit May 14-15, 2022 — Cole Sport Bike Swap, Park City, UT, 9-5 Sat., 9-3 Sun. $20 fee if bike sells. Proceeds go to Mountain Trails Foundation. Drop bikes off at Cole Sport, 1615 Park Ave. on 5/14. Pick up is by 3 pm on 5/16., Scott Dudevoir, 435-649-4806, scottdudevoir@colesport.com, mountaintrails. org, colesport.com May 16-20, 2022 — National Bike to Work Week, Utah Bike Month, Salt Lake City, UT, Week-long festival with events, Bike to Work Day, and more., None , noemail@cyclingutah.com, cyclingutah. com/event-calendars/bicycling-events-swapsand-festivals/ May 20, 2022 — National Bike to Work Day, Utah Bike Month, Everywhere, UT, A day to climb out of the motor vehicle and onto your bike on your way to work., None , noemail@cyclingutah.com, bikeleague.org

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June 12, 2022 — Ride to End Alzheimers, Fort Collins, CO, Come help fuel cutting edge research by fundraising and riding to help in the discovery of treatment and prevention methods for Alzheimer’s. Ride options are available for 20, 50, 70, and 100 mile distances. , Sara Prevost, 833239-7433, ride@alz.org, alz.org/ride August 2-3, 2022 — Big Gear Show, Park City, UT, Bike and Outdoor gear show for retailers only, Lance Camisasca, lance@thebiggearshow. com,

Gravel Races and Rides March 5, 2022 — Galactic Gravel Grinder, Cedar Hill, NM, 4 distances. 10 Mile, 35 Mile, 55 mile and 90 miles. Taking place on Gas Field Roads in San Juan County New Mexico, Neil Hannum, 970-759-2126, aztecadventures01@gmail.com, William Farmer, 505-402-3959, gfarmer360@ gmail.com, 2wheelventures.wixsite.com/website March 11-13, 2022 — True GRIT Epic Bike Race, National Ultra Endurance Mountain Bike Series (NUE) 100 and Marathon SE, Santa Clara, UT, Gravel races on Sunday. Epic ultra-endurance mountain bike race with 100 and 50 mile options over tough and technical terrain. Course is a 50 mile loop. Staggered starts at 7am, 9am and 11am - cut off time is 6pm, choose from open category with cash purse. Finish with live music, vendors and beer garden. Stage race options, Cimarron Chacon, 970-759-3048, info@groraces. com, truegritepic.com April 2, 2022 — Strade Vino Gravel Circuit Race, Eagle, ID, 100% gravel, 2-6 laps of a 5.5 mile course, all categories, John Rogers, 208-2849671, obccwebdesign@yahoo.com, Saint Alphonus Cycling Team , owyheecycling@gmail. com, bikereg.com/strade-vino, facebook.com/ SaintAlphonsusCyclingTeam/ April 16, 2022 — Strade Vino Gravel Circuit Race, Eagle, ID, 100% gravel, 2-6 laps of a 5.5 mile course, all categories, John Rogers, 208-2849671, obccwebdesign@yahoo.com, Saint Alphonus Cycling Team , owyheecycling@gmail. com, bikereg.com/strade-vino, facebook.com/ SaintAlphonsusCyclingTeam/ April 23, 2022 — Co2uT - Desert Gravel, Fruita, CO, The Co2uT chemical equation can be broken down as follows: Co=Colorado, 2=to, uT=Utah. This kick-ass gravel race will take you from Colorado to Utah...and back. Designed by a long-time western-slope local, each route offers mind-blowing, gravel-loving terrain, quadbusting hills, breathtaking views, wildlife cameos, epic adventure and of course, fun., Jennifer Barbour, 303-503-4616, jen@teamevergreen. org, Kim Nordquist, 303-249-6168, director@ bicyclerace.com, Morgan Murri, 303-475-6053, morgan@desertgravel.com, desertgravel.com, teamevergreen.org April 29-May 1, 2022 — Montana Gravel Grinder Challenge and Hell Ride, Missoula, MT, Day 1: 9Mile Time Trial -- this route takes you on an out and back up NineMile road, 31 miles total, with a gentle elevation gain on the way out, totaling around 1,300’. Day 2: Southside Road -- A classic Montana ride, the Southside Road loop-- Flat Mullan Road takes you out to the rolling gravel of Southside Road along the river, and back to our start in Huson. 57 miles, 2,200’ of gain. Day 3: Rocky Mountain Roubaix Circuit -- Montana’s famed RMR is the final stage of this 3-day race.

These loops total 45.5 miles, gaining around 2k’ of climbing. , Shaun Radley, 406-219-1318, montanacyclocross@gmail.com, montanacyclocross.com/events/, thecyclinghouse.com April 29-May 1, 2022 — Canyon Belgian Waffle Ride - San Marcos, QUADRUPEL CROWN OF GRAVEL, San Marcos, CA, Pain and suffering will commence at 7 a.m. featuring four waves predicated on riders’ USAC categories. The

EARLY SPRING 2022 expo will remain open on Sunday throughout the duration of the event until the beers, jeers and awards are distributed for all the day’s heroic efforts., Michael Marckx, 760-815-0927, mmx@MonumentsofCycling.com, belgianwaffleride.bike April 30, 2022 — Wild Horse Dirt Fondo, Delle, UT, 76 miles, 5,000 vertical, zero miles of pavement, county-maintained 2WD dirt and gravel roads around and across the Cedar Mountain Wilderness Area. Little Wild Horse option of 31 miles, 1,800 vertical. Covers many of the same segments as The Wild Horse. Separate start at 10 A.M. Start/Finish in Delle, Utah. The start line is less than one hour west of SLC on I-80. The Wild Horse is a supported Dirt Fondo. This is not a race, but there will be a mass start. In case of rain, check for a rescheduled date., Robert Kennedy, 319-551-6174, stupidponyride@gmail. com, RideWildHorse.com May 1, 2022 — Rocky Mountain Roubaix, Huson, MT, A one-day road cycling race inspired by the Spring Classics. Mix of smooth and rugged pavement, ample sections of gravel, undulating terrain, and beautiful Montana landscape. 40-70 miles. 1200-2200 ft gain. Ride or Race. Proceeds benefiting the Zootown Derailleurs youth cycling program, Cory Kaufman, 406-279-4109, cory@ competitivetiming.com, Jesse Carnes, jcarnes@ competitivetiming.com, rockymountainroubaix. com, montanacycling.net May 7, 2022 — Three-Quarter Minus Cykeltur Gravel Grinder, Sandpoint, ID, Syringa Cyclery , 208-610-9990, syringacyclery@gmail.com, syringacyclery.com May 7, 2022 — Red Bull Rio Grande Gravel, Marfa, TX, 75-mile gravel course that stretches across vast west-Texas landscape and rocky terrain – testing the physical and mental toughness of all participants. Starting at a base elevation of 4,500 feet, the course features a series of 25-mile-long loops, allowing both novice and experienced cyclists the opportunity to choose from a 25, 50, or 75-mile course on which to race., Red Bull, 310-393-4647, noemail@cyclingutah.com, Chris Worden, 310-393-4647, chris. worden@us.redbull.com, redbull.com/riogrande May 8, 2022 — Tome Gravel Race, Tome, NM, Hawke Morgan, 505-259-6885, hawke@bcdracing.com, bcdracing.com May 14, 2022 — The Pony Xpress Gravel 160, Colorado Gravel Grinder Championships, Trinidad, CO, 160 km and 80 km options. Held on gravel roads northwest of Trinidad, CO. Working head and tail light and helmet are required.

Maps will be adequate for 70 km but GPS is preferred for 160 km option. 6th Annual, ride through the picturesque Spanish Peaks. This event will also include an electric bicycle class with a start time 30 minutes after the event begins., Phil Schweizer, 877-743-3566, 719-4840477, phil_koobisaddles@msn.com, coloradogravelgrinderchampionship.com/pony-xpress/ the-race May 14, 2022 — Volcano Fire Road 120k Gravel Grinder, , Veyo, UT, Fun and challenging ravel race! 75 miles with 6200’ climbing in the beautiful Pine Valley area north of St George. 56% dirt, 44% pavement. Solo or 2x relay. Famous Veyo Pie at the finish line!, Deborah Bowling, 818-889-2453, embassy@planetultra.com, gravelgrinder.com May 14, 2022 — Wild Horse Gravel, Outside Events Cycling Series, De Beque, CO, Back for 2021, Wild Horse Gravel showcases the unique high desertscape of the Western Slope. Hosted on the luxury High Lonesome Ranch, riders will be treated to a country cook-out, campfire, cabins, camping – or glamping – and the best local music. In addition to being hidden well, The High Lonesome Ranch and its surrounding area isn’t open to riding year-round, so participants benefit from exclusive access to this secret stash of wild-west gravel. You’ll only be disappointed if you were hoping for a bunch of auto traffic on the route., Tracy Powers, eventsupport@outsideinc.com, events.outsideonline.com May 21, 2022 — Mountains to Meadows, Grinduro, Mt. Shasta, CA, 62 miles of pavement, gravel, and singletrack with a TON of climbing and twisty descents. Most of the ride is casual, there are four timed sections that are designed to cater to specific strengths. Grinduro racers and spectators are treated tothree days of camping, live music (including a late-night DJ), beer, awesome food, and campfires., Sierra Trails , info@ sierratrails.org, grinduro.com May 21, 2022 — Stetina’s Paydirt, Carson City, NV, The old way of all-out racing is not the way at Stetina’s Carson City Paydirt. Instead, the Paydirt consists of two substantial timed segments to keep things competitive without separating yourself from dear friends in the dusty west of Nevada’s desert. In addition to on-bike racing, there are two bonus segments that consist of fun and games back at the post-race festival.

Riding a mechanical bull and participating in a tire-toss competition could be all that separates you at the end of the day., Clemence Heymelot, 707-560-1122, info@bikemonkey.net, truckeedirtfondo.com May 28, 2022 — Madgravel, Peaceful Valley, CO, Three distances to choose from including: the Sprint (43 miles), Marathon (78 miles), and Ultra (123 miles). , Dave Muscianisi, 303-817-6523, events@rattlerracing.com, rattlerracing.com/ event/madgravel/

EARLY SPRING 2022 CYCLINGWEST.COM 19 May 29, 2022 — Badlands Gravel Battle, Medora, ND, Come GRIND across 120 miles, and ROLL over 10,500 ft of elevation gain on the fast and rugged red scoria roads that crosshatch the BADLANDS of western North Dakota., Nick Ybarra, , experienceland.org/badlands-gravelbattle June 3-5, 2022 — Lost and Found Gravel Grinder, Lost Sierra Triple Crown, Portola, CA, 101, 61, 39 mile gravel rides, Live acoustic music, excellent food and beverages, Greg Williams, willie@ sierratrails.org, Sierra Trails , info@sierratrails.org, lostandfoundbikeride.com June 4, 2022 — The Dead Swede Gravel Grinder, Wyoming Gravel Grinder Series, Sheridan, WY, 40 or 100 miles, Sheridan Bicycle Company , 307763-4481, info@thedeadswede.com, thedeadswede.com June 4, 2022 — Weiser River Trail Ride, Council, ID, A one day gravel mountain bike ride of either 28 or 48 miles on the Weiser River Trail, a rail conversion trail. Shuttles from Cambridge or Council.

Snack stops., Ron Hundahl, 208-566-1025 , 208253-4433, octobertrek@gmail.com, kotaho. com/annual-bike-ride, weiserrivertrail.org June 10-11, 2022 — Belgian Waffle Ride Hendersonville, QUADRUPEL CROWN OF GRAVEL, Hendersonville, NC, , Michael Marckx, 760-815-0927, mmx@MonumentsofCycling.com, belgianwaffleride.bike June 11, 2022 — Truckee Dirt Fondo, Truckee, CA, Three days of activities with a competitive offroad bicycle race featuring the incredible dirt and gravel roads in the Tahoe National Forest, best suited for a gravel/cross bike or a hardtail MTB. 3 course options: 65.1 mi (Long), 58.1 mi (Medium) and 26.2 (Rollout - non timed) + Family Fun Route (15 mi). Benefits the Truckeebased non-profit Adventure Risk Challenge., Clemence Heymelot, 707-560-1122, info@bikemonkey.net, truckeedirtfondo.com June 18, 2022 — Beaver Dam 49er Gravel Grinder, Beaver Dam State Park, NV, Ride the Rim and see the park from a different perspective. Pedal down an old chaining road that runs along the Park’s rim and winds you through Pinyon and juniper trees. Through the small town of Barclay where lunch is served at the one room schoolhouse. The course then swings around back to the main park road and down into Campground B where we end the ride with a BBQ. The course is subject to change based on weather conditions. 35 and 45 mile options., Dawn Andone, 775-728-8101, cathedralgorge_ vc@lcturbonet.com, beaverdamgravelgrinder. com June 18, 2022 — Ruby Roubaix Gravel Gran Fondo, Lamoille, NV, Gravel Fondo! See the Ruby Mountains like you’ve never seen them before during this one-day bicycle ride or race beginning and ending in scenic Lamoille, Nevada.

Choice of a 20, 36, 62 or full 117 mile loop on pavement, gravel and dirt roads. Ride it or race it!, Ruby Roubaix , 775-389-1862, info@rubyroubaix.com, rubyroubaix.com June 18, 2022 — Dirty Dino Gravel Grinder, Vernal, UT, Held in the Uinta mountains on perfect, 105, 65, or 32 miles, Breanne NalderHarward, graveldino@gmail.com, graveldino.com, facebook.com/Dirty-Dino-GravelGrinder-103665632203894 June 25, 2022 — Around the Rock Gravel Ride, Jackson, WY, This is an annual ride of passage, leaving from Fitzgerald’s Bicycles each year on the Solstice Weekend. We’ll head clockwise around The Rock (The Grand Teton) on a 50/50 mix of gravel and pavement. 154 miles, 6000 feet of climbing and TOTALLY doable for the average fit rider. Whether you ride for speed or ride for the accomplishment it doesn’t matter. The beers taste just as good after! This self-supported, mixed-terrain cycling adventure is a RIDE OF PASSAGE and sure to challenge anyone who takes it on!, Fitzgerald’s , 307-2015453, info@fitzgeraldsbicycles.com, fitzgeraldsbicycles.com, ridewithgps.com/events/120834around-the-rock-2020 July 9, 2022 — The Crusher in the Tushar p/b The Creamerie, Life Time Grand Prix, Beaver, UT, 70 grueling miles exploring Southern Utah’s Tushar Mountains on a mix of dirt, gravel, and asphalt.

Features 10,000+ of climbing traversing Utah’s highest and most scenic roads. Join us for the original mixed-surface gravel and road classic!, Treva Worrel, crusher@ltevents.zendesk.com, tusharcrusher.com July 9, 2022 — Joe Cosley Pancake Ride Gravel Grinder, Whitefish, MT, Back to the Salish Mountain Range, sticking to the north end, featuring some hidden gems that are sure to turn your crank.The ride is limited to 50 individuals.

Once the participant cap is reached, that’s it.

There will be no wait list, or substitutions., Brad Lamson, joe@pancakeride.com, pancakeride. com July 10, 2022 — Torreon-Tajique Twice Gravel Race, Tajique, NM, Hawke Morgan, 505-2596885, hawke@bcdracing.com, bcdracing.com

July 23, 2022 — Crooked Gravel, Outside Events Cycling Series, Winter Park, CO, This ride is held in conjunction with Sunrise Sunset Winter Park. The 65- and 93-mile routes get right down to business, taking riders from downtown Winter Park onto remote gravel roads and up into the mountains.

With high altitude, panoramic views and crisp mountain air, you’ll be fired up before the ride even starts! , Tracy Powers, eventsupport@outsideinc.com, events.outsideonline.com July 23, 2022 — The Rift Gravel Race Iceland, Hvolsvöllur, Iceland, The Rift is a 200 km (125 miles) off-road bike race through the dark lava fields in the highlands of Iceland. It traverses the continental rift between North America and Eurasia - a rift that grows one inch every year.

The growth is evident with vast lava fields all around creating a surreal landscape. A landscape that is remote, rugged and unpredictable!, The Rift , 011-354-626-3332, info@therift. bike, therift.bike August 6, 2022 — Dirty Bear Gravel, Big Bear Lake, CA, 50 mile gravel ride, part of the Tour de Big Bear, Chris Barnes, 951-970-6720, 909-8780707, bigbearcycling@gmail.com, bigbearcycling.com/tour-de-big-bear-cycling-west/, bigbearcycling.com August 14, 2022 — SBT GRVL Gravel Grinder, Steamboat Springs, CO, 6:30 am on Yampa Street, Steamboat Springs, CO. Four distances: 37/64/104/142 miles with 2000/4000/6000/9000 feet of climbing, respectively. Mixed surface with the majority on hard packed gravel roads, Amy Charity, 970-215-4045, info@sbtgrvl.com, sbtgrvl.com August 20, 2022 — Cedar City Fire Road 100 Gravel Grinder, Cedar City, UT, 100K or 60K options - with over 80% dirt! Chip timed. Prizes for top finishers., Deborah Bowling, 818-889-2453, embassy@planetultra.com, gravelgrinder.com August 21, 2022 — The Last Best Ride Gravel, Whitefish, MT, 48 and 78 miles, Jessica Cerra, ridewhitefish@gmail.com, thelastbestridemt. com August 22, 2022 — Big Sky Spectaculaire Gravel Race, Bozeman, MT, An 895 mile single-stage, self-supported competitive adventure bike ride around Southwest and Central Montana. 373 miles of gravel in 15 segments. Time bonuses available, Big Sky Spectaculaire , bssheadquarters@gmail.com, bigskyspectaculaire.com August 27, 2022 — Wasatch All-Road Bicycle Race, Ventum Racing, Heber , UT, The Wasatch AllRoad features the toughest climb in gravel and postcard views in Utah’s hidden gem, Heber Valley. The event will offer three challenging distances, local food, entertainment, and a $10,000 prize purse split evenly between the male and female open categories., Jeff Louder, jeff@thewasatchallroad.com, thewasatchallroad.com August 28, 2022 — Battle of the Gravel, Good Dirt Ride, Savery, WY, The Battle of the Gravel will host 3 self-supported distances - a 21, 68 and 91 miles (we will have water/drink mix/snacks along the way & with the motos). The event will start and finish at the Boyer YL Ranch with a BBQ dinner to celebrate the finish. The ride is semi supported with three stops. Lodging and camping available at the Boyer YL Ranch and in the town of Baggs (20 miles). All proceeds go to support our work with Africa cyclists at teamafricarising.org, Kimberly Coats, 307-3837778, 530-744-8773, teamrwandacycling@gmail. com, battleofthegravel.com August 31-September 4, 2022 — Rebecca’s Private Idaho Gravel Grinder and Festival, Ketchum, ID, Lifestyle, mountain bike and outdoor festival over Labor Day Weekend. The cornerstone of the two-day event is a 100-mile Gravel Grinder (or 50-mile option) mountain bike race & ride in the scenic Pioneer Mountains of Central Idaho, with renown mountain bike champion and endurance athlete Rebecca Rusch. The weekend activities are centered around giving back to non-profit organizations that foster diversity, equity, and inclusion in cycling. Join the “Queen of Pain” on this beautiful route that ends in a great down-home party with food, festivities, music, and libations., Colleen Quindlen, 254-541-9661, colleen@rebeccarusch. com, rebeccasprivateidaho.com September 3, 2022 — Fistful of Dirt Gravel Grinder, Cody, WY, A gravel bike race of grand proportions. With the Good (22 Miles), The Bad (65 Miles), or The Ugly (105 Miles), there will be a distance fit for everyone. Free gourmet burgers and beer on Friday for participants during packet pick-up. The race is Saturday followed by a dang good after-party featuring food trucks and live music., Janie Curtis, 307-213-0756, howdy@fistfulofdirt.com, fistfulofdirt.com September 9-11, 2022 — Helena Ales for Trails and Last Chance Graveler, Helena, MT, Support the local trails with a selection of microbrews on Friday then ride on Sunday. This event takes riders on an adventure over beautiful ribbons of gravel in the scenic mountains south of Helena.

From smooth and fast to primitive mountain

roads this route has it all. 95% gravel, 93 mile course, Ira Miller, events@helenaunitedcycling. com, lastchancegraveler.com

and more!, DJ Morisette, 435-635-5455, humtbfestival@gmail.com, hurricanemtbfestival.com, otesports.com

September 9-November 11, 2022 — Helena Ales for Trails and Last Chance Graveler, Helena, MT,

April 16-October 15, 2022 — MTB the White Rim Trail, Moab, UT, The quintessential Moab multi day bike ride, in Canyonlands National Park. 13 trips to choose from, 3 & 4 days. Small Groups.

Outfitted by professional guides. Don’t let the name fool you, Holiday River Expeditions knows biking., Karen Johnson, 800-624-6323, 801-2662087, karen.holidayriver@gmail.com, Natalie Osborn, natalie.holidayriver@gmail.com, bikeraft.com

September 10, 2022 — WYO 131 Gravel Grinder, Wyoming Gravel Grinder Series, Lander, WY, Hosted by the Lander Cycling Club. Three distances to choose, 40, 70, and an epic 10K elevation 131-mile course, ensures there’s a course for everyone. Cash prize purse. Explore the red desert, historic mining towns, and subalpine terrain near Lander, WY. Each course offers breathtaking views, lots of wildlife, and an epic adventure in gorgeous Wyoming. After party sponsored

by Melvin Brewing, Gwen Robson, 307-330-3002, wyo131gravel@gmail.com, wyo131.com September 10, 2022 — Gunni Grinder , Gunnison, CO, An epic 118 mile race/ride starting in and finishing near downtown Gunnison, CO and follows some of Gunnison County’s most challenging, remote and scenic gravel and dirt roads. If you don’t have the miles but still want a challenge, The Gunni 60 (ish) and Gunni 30 will give riders a taste of what gravel riding in Gunnison County is all about. Although some paved roads are necessary, the vast majority (about 90%) of the course will be on gravel and dirt roads.

Some of these roads receive little to no maintenance and can change drastically after heavy rains and/or snowfall. Riders are encouraged to be fully prepared for any and all conditions.

The route is remote and therefore, will include signage to help prevent riders from getting off course., Joel Grimmett, 512-751-8940, Joel@ racerevolutions.com, thegunnigrinder.com September 10, 2022 — Fitzgerald’s Joyride 400, Idaho Falls, ID, 400 mile gravel bikepacking event from Fitzgerald’s in Idaho Falls to Joyride Bicycles in Logan, UT and back., Kevin Emery, kevinsemery@gmail.com, facebook.com/FitzgeraldsJoyride-Formerly-pioneer-400-416571405832253/ September 11, 2022 — Walla Walla Grit, Walla Walla, WA, This Grit has three course lengths which include long, medium, and short routes.

The long course starts at 6 a.m., medium begins at 8 a.m., and the short course commences at 9 a.m., Michael Austin, 509-386-1149, 509-5254949, mike@allegrocyclery.com, Kathyrn Austin, 509-964-8951, kathyrn@allegrocyclery.com, tourofwallawalla.com

Mountain Bike Tours and Festivals March 4-6, 2022 — Sedona Mountain Bike Festival, Sedona, AZ, Held in the heart of Sedona next to trails, bike park, and downtown. Main Expo/ Festival area at the beautiful Posse Grounds Park; Bike Demos, Shuttled Rides, a Beer Garden, great Bands, and endless singletrack., Sedona MTB Festival , 928-282-1106, info@sedonamtbfestival.com, sedonamtbfestival.com March 11-13, 2022 — BetterRide MTB Camp, Sedona, AZ, Take your skills to the next level by investing in yourself! Learn the skills to greatly improve your riding and drills to master those skills. Increase your confidence, skill and efficiently with the most experienced (20 years), effective and sought after coach in the sport, Gene Hamilton!, Ilse Harms, admin@betterride. net, betterride.net March 18-April 24, 2022 — BetterRide MTB Camp, Moab, UT, Multiple camps, see the website for dates, Take your skills to the next level by investing in yourself! Learn the skills to greatly improve your riding and drills to master those skills. Increase your confidence, skill and efficiently with the most experienced (20 years), effective and sought after coach in the sport, Gene Hamilton!, Ilse Harms, admin@betterride. net, betterride.net March 25-27, 2022 — Hurricane Mountain Bike Festival, Hurricane, UT, Ride with us on worldclass singletrack at the foothills of Zion National Park. Join us for 3 days of bike festival shenanigans, awesome demo bike & gear, Expo with great food and shopping, bike shuttles, skills clinics, Zion Brewery beer garden, dinner, prizes

April 21-October 9, 2022 — MTB San Rafael Swell Tour, San Rafael Swell, UT, Holiday river expeditions has two tours available:the first is from AprilMay and the second is in Sept/October. Each includes biking, yoga & stargazing and partners with Salt Lake City’s Clark Planetarium. Bike, enjoy the most under the radar recreation area in Utah. “The Swell” offers world class mountain biking and dark skies for nighttime stargazing.

Joined by a Yoga facilitator to stretch out all the kinks after a day in the saddle., Karen Johnson, 800-624-6323, 801-266-2087, karen.holidayriver@ gmail.com, Natalie Osborn, natalie.holidayriver@gmail.com, bikeraft.com April 29-May 1, 2022 — MECCA MTB Festival, Green River, UT, 36th Annual, Held at the John Wesley Powell Museum in Green River, Utah.

Registration begins Friday at 1:00 p.m. followed by a warm up ride, refreshments, games and a prize drawing. Saturday is full of all-day guided rides, ranging from beginner to advanced followed by a yummy dinner, games and more fun. Finish up on Sunday with a guided (or on your own) scenic ride. Family friendly., Terri Bennett, 435-749-0755, 435-749-2386, meccabike01@gmail.com, biketheswell.org April 29-2, 2022 — BetterRide Women’s MTB Camp, Fruita, CO, BetterRide’s Women-Only Mountain Bike Camp, Clinic and Skills Coaching covers the same core skills as the co-ed camps in a supportive, non-judgemental atmosphere. Take your skills to the next level by investing in yourself!

Learn the skills to greatly improve your riding and drills to master those skills. Increase your confidence, skill and efficiently with the most experienced (20 years), effective and sought after coach in the sport, Gene Hamilton!, Ilse Harms, admin@betterride.net, betterride.net May 6-8, 2022 — US Bank Fruita Fat Tire Festival, Fruita, CO, 25th Anniversary festival kicking off the Mtn bike season in CO, world renowned trails, Bike Demo at 18 Road and Downtown Product Expo, and live music, Mike Heaston, 970-858-7220, emgmh@emgcolorado.com, George Gatseos, 970-858-7220, fruita@otesports. com, fruitafattirefestival.com May 14-17, 2022 — Kokopelli Guided Tour, Loma, CO, Benefits Colorado Plateau Mountain Bike Trail Association, the original creators of the Kokopelli Trail. 4 day fully supported tour of the Kokopelli Trail from Loma, CO to Moab, UT., Tisha McCombs, 970-244-8877, coordinator@copmoba.org, Whit Smith, 303-475-2255, whitsmith1@ mac.com, copmoba.org May 17-20, 2022 — MTB The Maze Mountain Bike Tour, Moab, UT, Deep in the heart of Canyonlands National Park. 4 trips to choose from, 4 days 3 nights. Small Groups of 9 or less.

Outfitted by professional guides. Camp at the Maze Overlook and hike down into the Maze while viewing vertical uplifts and plunging gorges., Karen Johnson, 800-624-6323, 801-266-2087, karen.holidayriver@gmail.com, Natalie Osborn, natalie.holidayriver@gmail.com, bikeraft.com May 20-22, 2022 — BetterRide MTB Camp, Fruita, CO, Multiple camps, see the website for dates, Take your skills to the next level by investing in yourself! Learn the skills to greatly improve your riding and drills to master those skills. Increase your confidence, skill and efficiently with the most experienced (20 years), effective and sought after coach in the sport, Gene Hamilton!, Ilse Harms, admin@betterride.net, betterride.net June 18, 2022 — Divide Scramble, Butte, MT, BikeWalk Montana and The Montana Cycling Project, scenic views of the Continential Divide Route through Montana, fully supported ride offers the Golden Eagle and the Grizzly Route.

Golden Eagle 1 (33 mi), Golden Eagle 2 (57 mi) and the Grizzly (68 mi), the Grizzly is 68 miles of terrain not suitable for beginners with a joint return to Butte. , Kathleen Aragon, 406-698-2992, ridethedividemontana@gmail.com, ridethedividemontana.com July 3-September 11, 2022 — Glacier National Park Bike Tour, Whitefish, MT, Multiple dates. Each year Glacier National Park and its Canadian sister, Waterton Lakes National Park, deliver among our highest guest satisfaction rate. The mountains are gorgeous, the riding is invigorating, and the scenery is second to none. This is your year for Glacier!6-day tour, 5-nights of lodging, meals include: 4 dinners, 5 lunches & 4 breakfast, all taxes & entrance fees, lunch en route daily, energy food, liquid refreshments, shuttles and mechanical support., John Humphries, 970-728-5891, info@lizardheadcyclingguides.com, lizardheadcyclingguides.com July 9, 2022 — Wildflower Trailfest, Powder Mountain, UT, A non-competitive, women only mountain bike ride. All ages and levels welcome. Come join us for a day of fun on Powder Mountain!, Nick Bowsher, 801-610-9422, info@ wildfloweroutdoor.com, wildfloweroutdoor.com August 19-21, 2022 — Outerbike Crested Butte, TENTATVIVE, Crested Butte, CO, An opportunity to ride next year’s bikes and gears on world class trails. Participants get bike demos,shuttles, lunch, beer, and admission to parties and films, at Crested Butte Mountain Resort, Mark Sevenoff, 800-845-2453, 435-259-8732, outerbike@westernspirit.com, outerbike.com September 2-4, 2022 — Wydaho Rendezvous Teton Mountain Bike Festival, Teton Valley, WY/ID, Ride epic cross country and lift-access downhill trails, improve your mountain biking skills with clinics hosted by professional coaches at a great price, join group rides, enjoy discounted lift pass access and meet people who love bikes just like you. Don’t forget that Wydaho also hosts the largest adaptive bike festival component in North America, with support of two great local adaptive organizations! Wydaho is celebrating 12 years as a family-friendly, grassroots gathering right here in the Tetons., TVTAP , 208-201-1622, info@tetonbikefest.org, Devin Dwyer, 208-2011622, devin@tetonbikefest.org, tetonbikefest.org, grandtarghee.com

Utah Weekly MTB Race Series April 27-August 3, 2022 — Weekly Race Series, WRS, Sundance, Wasatch County, UT, Wednesday nights, April-August. Venue alternates between Wasatch County sites and Sundance, 5:30 pm Racer check-in and 6:30 pm prompt start time. Pros/Experts 1hr race time, Sports 50mins, Beginners 30-40mins., WRS Races, 435-200-3239 (Wasatch), 801-223-4849 (Sundance), races@ weeklyraceseries.com, weeklyraceseries.com May 10-August 11, 2022 — Mid-Week Mountain Bike Race Series, Wasatch Front, Wasatch Back, Salt Lake Valley, Utah Valley, UT, Tuesday and Thursday nights. Locations TBD. Fun, competitive mountain bike racing for all ages and abilities. XC races and Mini Enduro races, Jenn Oxborrow, 385-831-1515, jenn@bikeutah.org, Trilby Cox, 385-831-1515, trilby@midweekmtb. com, midweekmtb.com

Regional Weekly MTB Race Series May 13-June 24, 2022 — Missoula TGIF Friday Night Race League, Missoula, MT, Various courses., Shaun Radley, 406-219-1318, montanacyclocross@gmail.com, montanacyclocross.com/ events/ May 13-June 6, 2022 — Sessions Weekly Enduro Series, TENTATIVE, Floyd Hill, CO, A weeknight series ending in a weekend finale, riders check their better judgment at the start for a timed downhill run on the infamous Sluice Trail at Floyd Hill. So close to Denver, but miles away in drops,

20 CYCLINGWEST.COM jumps, and technical downhill features., Jennifer Barbour, 303-503-4616, jen@teamevergreen.org, teamevergreen.org

Utah Mountain Bike Racing March 11-13, 2022 — True GRIT Epic Bike Race, National Ultra Endurance Mountain Bike Series (NUE) 100 and Marathon SE, Santa Clara, UT, Epic ultra-endurance mountain bike race with 100 and 50 mile options over tough and technical terrain. Course is a 50 mile loop. Staggered starts at 7am, 9am and 11am - cut off time is 6pm, choose from open category with cash purse. Finish with live music, vendors and beer garden. Gravel race and stage race options, Cimarron Chacon, 970-759-3048, info@groraces. com, truegritepic.com March 26, 2022 — Good Vibes in Santa Clara, Intermountain Cup, Santa Clara, UT, Margaret Gibson, 435-229-6251, margaret@redrockbicycle.com, intermountaincup.com, ridesouthernutah.com April 2, 2022 — 6 Hours of Frog Hollow, Frog Hollow Endurance Series, Virgin, UT, 13 mile long course in the UT desert combines sweet single track, with some technical sections, and great climbs.

Great introduction to endurance racing or a great trainer for bigger races. Categories from solo to 3 person, including single speed categories. , Cimarron Chacon, 970-759-3048, info@ groraces.com, groraces.com, 6hoursinfroghollow.com April 2-4, 2022 — Moab Rocks, Moab, UT, Incorporates Moab’s best classic and new routes and combines them into a 3-day masterpiece of cross-country and timed descents in a fully supported format., Kevin McDonald, 866373-3376, info@transrockies.com, TransRockies. com April 30, 2022 — The Cactus Hugger ICUP, Intermountain Cup, St. George, UT, XC race #2 in the series. Fast & fun new course at Desert Canyons Trail Complex, using combination of existing Secret Sauce and Pushing Tin trails, as well as dirt roads, and new connecting trails., Margaret Gibson, 435-229-6251, margaret@ redrockbicycle.com, intermountaincup.com, ridesouthernutah.com May 7-8, 2022 — Soho Bike Fest, USA Cycling Pro XCT, Heber, UT, Cross Country, time trial, and STXC races. Part of the Pro Cross-Country Tour.

UCI sanctioned too. Come out and watch the top pros or race your race., Todd Hageman, sohobikefest@gmail.com, sohobikefest.com May 21, 2022 — Three Peaks Classic ICUP, Intermountain Cup, Cedar City, UT, Endurance XC, 25-50 miles. 1700’ per lap. 7.8 miles and 500 feet of elevation per lap on dirt roads and the fun singletrack that laces its way through Juniper and Pinion trees., Joey Dye, 435-674-3185, joey@ redrockbicycle.com, Margaret Gibson, 435229-6251, margaret@redrockbicycle.com, intermountaincup.com, ridesouthernutah.com June 11, 2022 — Wasatch 50, Intermountain Cup, Heber, UT, The Wasatch 50 (formerly Wasatch Back) course is a truly epic route through some of Utah’s beautiful high country. This 21 mile loop (+/-) features roughly 1,700 feet of climbing per lap and tackles almost the entirety of the Coyote Loop trail starting and finishing at the UVU-Wasatch campus., Margaret Gibson, 435-229-6251, margaret@redrockbicycle.com, intermountaincup.com June 18, 2022 — Fast Times at Richfield ICUP, Intermountain Cup, Richfield, UT, Check back for complete details. , Margaret Gibson, 435229-6251, margaret@redrockbicycle.com, intermountaincup.com July 16, 2022 — The Rage at Snowbird ICUP, Intermountain Cup, Snowbird, UT, XC race.

Snowbird has done a great job with some new trails and creating trails for real MTB racing with a great mix of fast flowy single track, service roads, and a few short technical sections to keep you on your toes. 5-25 miles, 570’ elevation gain per lap. Beginning just above the Tram Plaza at Snowbird Center on the dirt road, this 5.1 mile course offers up approximately 570ft of climbing per lap. , Margaret Gibson, 435-229-6251, margaret@redrockbicycle.com, intermountaincup.com July 16, 2022 — El Doce at Pow Mow, Powder Mountain - Eden, UT, 12/6 Hour Mountain Bike Race at Powder Mountain, Utah. Solo, Duo and 3-4 Person Teams. 15.2 mi course lap with roughly 1900’ elevation gain, 12 hours. Limited to 400 riders., Eric Bauman, 801-399-1773, eric@goalfoundation.com, Clairesse Miljour, 801-399-1773, claire@goalfoundation.com, eldoceut.com August 5-6, 2022 — Abajo (Blue Mountain) Enduro, Monticello, UT, Two day, three stage race in the Abajo Mountains by Monticello Utah. Stage 1 starts Friday afternoon. A shuttle will be provided from the end of each stage to the start of the following course or to the parking area for the stage., Dustin Randall, 435-590-2741, info@ roamutah.com, roamutah.com/abajoenduro August 6, 2022 — Powder Mountain ICUP, Intermountain Cup, Powder Mountain, UT, 360° panoramic views all along the course, and promises fast and exciting riding with a starting elevation of 8,200 feet and a maximum elevation of approximately 8,900 feet. 7-mile lap of the network with approximately 1,400 feet of climbing starting from the Timberline Lodge., Margaret Gibson, 435-229-6251, margaret@ redrockbicycle.com, intermountaincup.com

Ontiveros, brandon@bigmountainenduro.com, bigmountainenduro.com September 3, 2022 — Park City Point 2 Point, Park City, UT, A true point 2 point race! Thanks to the plethora of trails in this area, the race is never on the same trail twice. Over 90% of the race is single-track. 75 miles & 12,000ft of climbing., Jay Burke, 801-330-3214, racepoint2point@gmail. com, thepcpp.com

Regional Mountain Bike Racing ID, WY, MT, NV, AZ, NM, CO, MT, OR, WA, CA and Beyond March 11-13, 2022 — Cactus Cup, Fountain Hills, AZ, Arizona’s Original Mountain Bike Stage race, its history dates back to 1991. This is 3 days of racing to crack open the season featuring a Short Track, XC and Enduro event. To chase the Cactus Cup and capture the overall title, all 3 days of the stage race must be completed.

STXC, Enduro, XC40, kids race. Held at McDowell Mountain Regional Park, Sage , sage@thecactuscup.com, thecactuscup.com March 16-April 14, 2022 — San Juan College Shootout Series, Farmington, NM, 4 Spring Races, 2 Short Track and 2 Enduro style events. Taking place on weekdays at 6 Graves Bike Park in Farmington, NM, Neil Hannum, 970-759-2126, aztecadventures01@gmail.com, William Farmer, 505-402-3959, gfarmer360@gmail.com, 2wheelventures.wixsite.com/website March 19-20, 2022 — Echo Red 2 Red XC MTB Race, Pendleton, OR, 12, 24, 32 miles, sponsored by Echo Bike & Board, Stephanie Myers, 541-289-2444, 541-376-8500, echored2redxc@ hotmail.com, Brian Cimmiyotti, 541-371-3303, 509-374-8424, scottscycleandsports@gmail.com, echored2red.com March 19, 2022 — Fatty Patty, Leadville, CO, Cloud City Wheelers , info@cloudcitywheelers. com, facebook.com/events/1010544779675415 March 19, 2022 — Roost the Ridges Enduro, Farmington, NM, 3 Timed Stages. 7 Sisters, Wild Bill & Lake View Trails in the Farmington Glade Recreation Area, Neil Hannum, 970-759-2126, aztecadventures01@gmail.com, William Farmer, 505-402-3959, gfarmer360@gmail.com, 2wheelventures.wixsite.com/website March 26, 2022 — Havasu Havoc, Lake Havasu, AZ, XC race with awesome views, a fun trail and good local beer., MBAA , 480-442-4229, info@ mbaa.net, mbaa.net March 26-29, 2022 — Bosque MTB Stage Race, New Mexico Off Road Series, Las Lunes, NM, Jan Bear, 505-670-4665, janbea@gmail.com, Hawke Morgan, 505-259-6885, hawke@bcdracing.com, bcdracing.com, nmors.org April 2, 2022 — Tommy Knocker 10, Silver City, NM, 10 hour race, Seth Bush, 505-554-0059, ElCapitan@ZiaRides.com, ziarides.com April 9, 2022 — Prescott Punisher, Prescott, AZ, Prescott is a great place for mountain biking.

The Whiskey 50 will be 2 weeks later so consider racing and staying for a pre-ride the following day., MBAA , 480-442-4229, info@mbaa. net, mbaa.net April 10, 2022 — Ignite Women’s Bike Event, Fountain Hills, AZ, This event is for the occasional rider who loves to get out and ride with their friends and family, the weekend warrior who loves to take longer rides solo or with a group, and the more competitive cyclists who love challenging rides and improving their performance with each race., Jeremy Graham, 623330-0913, jeremy@4peaksracing.com, 4peaksracing.com April 15-17, 2022 — DVO Reaper Madness DH ~ DS ~ Enduro, DVO Winter Gravity Series at Bootleg Canyon, Boulder City, NV, Open practice on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Trails hand built by the late Brent Thompson, gnarly on the top half and fast open ridge tops for the 2nd half.

Free on-site camping with bathroom/shower facility. Cash purse for the pros and prizes from our sponsors for all amateur categories and age brackets for placing 1st, 2nd, and 3rd., Downhill Mike, 518-524-9805, info@downhillmike.com, bootlegcanyonracing.com April 22-24, 2022 — NW Cup Downhill Series (Dry Hill #1), Northwest Cup Downhill Series, Port Angeles, WA, Downhill race. Held at Silver Mountain Bike Park. Friday will be open practice.

Saturday will be split practice by category. Pro/ JuniorX seeding Saturday evening. Sunday racing all categories, Scott Tucker, 360-797-4288, scott@nwcup.com, nwcup.com April 29-May 1, 2022 — Whiskey Off-Road, Epic Rides Off-Road Series, Prescott, AZ, Starting on Prescott’s historical (and lively) Whiskey Row and climbing into the beautifully distracting views of Prescott National Forest, riders will connect some of the area’s most exhilarating (and challenging) pieces of singletrack, double track, gravel roads and the occasional paved segment., Dave Castro, 520-623-1584, info@ epicrides.com, Dave Castro, dcastro@epicrides. com, epicrides.com

August 20, 2022 — Odyssey at Brian Head Endurance, Intermountain Cup, Brian Head, UT, Margaret Gibson, 435-229-6251, margaret@ redrockbicycle.com, intermountaincup.com

April 30, 2022 — Avimor Coyote Classic, Knobby Tire Series, Avimor, ID, 15th annual - This is real mountain bike racing; not for the weak. High speed rolling double and single track with a ton of climbing. Tight, technical sagebrush single track, water crossings, quick steep drops, nasty little granny gear climbs., Alex Phipps, 208-8414120, alex01phipps@gmail.com, twistedturtleracing.com, brokenspokecycling.com

August 27-28, 2022 — Big Mountain Enduro, Big Mountain Enduro Series, Brian Head, UT, Revered for its incredible gravity fed descents, technical single track, and access to hundreds of miles of scenic back country trails beyond the resort boundaries, Brian Head’s lift served terrain is accessible to beginner through advanced level riders. This is the only BME race that does not include an e-bike category for 2021., Brandon

April 30, 2022 — 6 Hours in the Basin for Commonweal, New Mexico Off Road Series, Santa Fe, NM, The CORE Crew in conjunction with Commonweal Conservancy is excited to promote this 6-hour endurance race over a 9.3 mile course with varying terrain. Due to the fragile nature of the area the event will be limited to 100 entries., Jan Bear, 505-670-4665, janbea@gmail.com, core-crew.com

August 13, 2022 — Soho MTB Race, Heber, UT, Todd Hageman, sohobikefest@gmail.com, sohobikefest.com

May 6-8, 2022 — US Bank 18 Hours of Fruita, Fruita, CO, 17th Annual event at Highline Lake State Park, an oasis in the desert with the famous midnight start. Limited to 100 teams and 30 solos., Mike Heaston, 970-858-7220, emgmh@ emgcolorado.com, George Gatseos, 970-8587220, fruita@otesports.com, 18hrsoffruita.com May 7, 2022 — Flagstaff Frenzy, Flagstaff, AZ, The 2021 MBAA finals, Anthony Quintile, 928-7795969, flagstaff@absolutebikes.net, MBAA , 480442-4229, info@mbaa.net, Denise Barron, 928530-0868, , mbaa.net, absolutebikes.net May 7, 2022 — 12 Hours of Mesa Verde, Cortez, CO, This race will begin and end at the Montezuma County Fairgrounds., 12 Hours of Mesa Verde , info@12hoursofmesaverde.com, 12hoursofmesaverde.com May 13-15, 2022 — NW Cup Downhill Series (Dry Hill #2), Northwest Cup Downhill Series, Port Angeles, WA, Downhill race. Held at Silver Mountain Bike Park. Friday will be open practice.

Saturday will be split practice by category. Pro/ JuniorX seeding Saturday evening. Sunday racing all categories, Scott Tucker, 360-797-4288, scott@nwcup.com, nwcup.com

May 14, 2022 — Royal Gorge Six and Twelve Hour MTB Races, Cañon City, CO, Six and Twelve Hour MTB Races, Seth Bush, 505-554-0059, ElCapitan@ ZiaRides.com, ziarides.com May 14, 2022 — Sarlacc Attack 50K, Fruita, CO, Ride the Edge! This is not just the name of the trail but a description of the Sarlacc Attack 50K course which combines The Edge and Sarlacc trails to make up an epic adventure. You’ll ride on the edge of cliffs and your limits. World class singletrack, uphill grinds, and flowy descents are abundant on the Edge Loop. The Sarlacc trail section is some of the most fun singletrack on the course and riders will be there on the season’s opening week. This race is part of the Adventure Fest at 18 Road, Reid Delman, 303249-1112, reid_delman@geminiadventures.com, Kyla Claudell, 303-249-1112, kyla@geminiadventures.com, geminiadventures.com May 14-15, 2022 — Big Mountain Enduro, Big Mountain Enduro Series, Ironton, MO, Brandon Ontiveros, brandon@bigmountainenduro.com, bigmountainenduro.com May 18, 2022 — Mid Week Melee - Race 1, Bear Creek Lake, CO, Three distances to choose from including: the Elite Mini Course (1.9 miles), Short Course (4.3 miles), and Long Course (4.8 miles)., Dave Muscianisi, 303-817-6523, events@ rattlerracing.com, rattlerracing.com/event/midweek-melee-1/ May 21, 2022 — City Creek Pocatello Pedalfest, Tentative, Pocatello, ID, Cross Country Races.

Beginner, Sport, Expert & Open Classes (12, 17, 27 miles). Awards, prizes, raffle, music, food & fun., Alex Phipps, 208-841-4120, alex01phipps@ gmail.com, pocatellopedalfest.com, twistedturtleracing.com May 21-22, 2022 — Arizona State MTB Championships, Prescott, AZ, Arizona State MTB Championships (USAC Sanctioned) at Emmanuel Pines, MBAA , 480-442-4229, info@ mbaa.net, mbaa.net May 21, 2022 — Gowdy Grinder, Cheyenne, WY, Cross country mountain bike race that takes place on the trails of Curt Gowdy State Park in southeastern Wyoming. The beginner races are on a course with a handful of short technical sections, but mostly smooth riding. The more advanced categories will find plenty of challenging riding typical of Curt Gowdy., Jodee Pring, 307-631-2980, WyoXMTB@gmail.com, wyohsmtbikeracing.com/fundraising-via-ourlocal-race-the-gowdy-grinder May 21, 2022 — Paydirt, Carson City, NV, VIP Pioneer’s Camp will be held from September 8th-10th with the main race/celebration occurring on September 11th. The perfect blend of competition and camaraderie; Paydirt is equal parts race and celebration. With Bike Monkey’s Road Rally format; racing takes place on designated segments. It’s the perfect mix of full-gas racing while allowing you time to socialize, regroup, and enjoy the bounty of our aid stations. , Clemence Heymelot, 707-560-1122, info@ bikemonkey.net, stetinaspaydirt.com May 27-29, 2022 — NW Cup Downhill Series (Mt. Hood), Northwest Cup Downhill Series, Mt. Hood, OR, Downhill race. Held at Silver Mountain Bike Park. Friday will be open practice. Saturday will be split practice by category. Pro/JuniorX seeding Saturday evening. Sunday racing all categories, Scott Tucker, 360-797-4288, scott@ nwcup.com, nwcup.com May 28-29, 2022 — Grand Enduro, Grand Junction, CO, Race the top 3 trails of the Lunch Loops (Ribbon, Gunny, and Free Lunch) with amazing views in the background. This is the only race on the Ribbon... come see what it’s like to ride up to 50mph on a big slab of rock! 22-35 minutes of racing over 6.2 miles of trail. 2.5-4 hours of total ride time covering ~22 miles., John Klish, 970-744-4450, 573-366-3681, madness@madracingcolorado.com, grandenduro.com, madracingcolorado.com May 28-29, 2022 — The Original Growler, Gunnison, CO, The challenging singletrack is on some of the finest trails Colorado has to offer. , Gunnison Trails , info@gunnisontrails.org, originalgrowler. com, gunnisontrails.org May 29, 2022 — Glorietta Enduro, Revolution Enduro Series, Glorietta, NM, David Scully, 970846-5012, david@revolutionenduro.com, revolutionenduro.com May 30, 2022 — MGXC, Peaceful Valley, CO, Rattler Racing is excited to introduce MGXC, a mountain bike race in and around the Peaceful Valley Scout Ranch in Elbert, Colorado. The course this year will be a 5 mile circuit with multiple laps. , Dave Muscianisi, 303-817-6523, events@rattlerracing.com, rattlerracing.com/ event/madgravel/ June 4, 2022 — Elephant Rock Sunrise to Sunset, Outside Events Cycling Series, Castle Rock, CO, 12 hour endurance race on a moderately technical off-road course. Register as an individual or form a team that loves to shred for a memorable day of racing, camaraderie and laughs., Tracy Powers, eventsupport@outsideinc.com, events.outsideonline.com June 4, 2022 — Wente 8-Hour MTB, Willits, CA, The funnest 8-hour mountain bike race you’ll ever do. 3 days of venue access including a private lake for swimming and boating. 8 Miles, 1,745’ of climbing and bermy-berms for days. NOTE:

Wente is on a private boy scout reservation. It is closed to the public on all days of the year except during race weekend. No trespassing!, Clemence Heymelot, 707-560-1122, info@bikemonkey.net, racewente.com June 10-12, 2022 — Silver Mountain Enduro - North American Enduro Cup, Montana Enduro Series, Idaho Enduro Series, North American Enduro Cup, Kellogg, ID, Held at Silver Mountain Ski Resort, EWS qualifier, world class trails, national caliber competition, New trails, race categories to include e-bikes* and more amateur age categories, cut-off times, full on finish line festivities and MORE!, NA Enduro , naenduro. com, naenduro.com June 10-12, 2022 — Missoula XC, US Pro XCT, Missoula, MT, UCI racing short track, cross country racing along with full amateur age group racing. Thursday is the clinic. Friday is the short track racing. Saturday is UCI and Elite XC racing.

Sunday is age group XC racing., Shaun Radley, 406-219-1318, montanacyclocross@gmail.com, montanacyclocross.com/events/ June 11, 2022 — Fears, Tears, and Beers Enduro, Ely, NV, Enduro mountain bike event. Timed sections mostly downhill, combined time wins. Men’s and women’s events for all classes. Fun run, beginner, sport, and expert classes., Kent Robertson, 775289-6042, 775-296-2162, krobeg@mwpower.net, Kyle Horvath, 775-289-3720, kyle.horvath@elynevada.net, elynevada.net/fears-tears-and-beers/ June 11-12, 2022 — 24 Hours in the Enchanted Forest, N24, Albuquerque, NM, Everything that you want from a 24 Hour Race. We have an amazing course with epic singletrack winding through meadows, pines and aspens. The Zuni Mountains outside of Gallup, NM are a great place to ride. We have an awesome venue in the ponderosa pines with plenty of space to hang out with friends and family and hang your hammock, great party atmosphere with vendors, movies, food, kids activities, and fun for everyone., Seth Bush, 505-554-0059, ElCapitan@ ZiaRides.com, ziarides.com June 11, 2022 — Rimrock MTB Dash, Billings, MT, X-country style mountain bike race. The race is a single track located in Acton Recreation Area, outside of Billings, MT. 4 Different categories include a 6-mile family race, 15-mile Novice race, 15-mile e-bike race, and a 30-mile Open race. Elevation gain: over 15 miles the course various 1,300 feet, The Spoke Shop , 406-6568342, info@spokeshop.com, facebook.com/ RimrockMTBDash June 18, 2022 — Knobby 9 to 5, Knobby Tire Series, McCall, ID, High speed rolling doubletrack. Tight, technical sagebrush single-track, water crossings, quick steep drops, nasty little granny gear climbs. Single speeders’ dream., Alex Phipps, 208-841-4120, alex01phipps@gmail. com, twistedturtleracing.com June 18, 2022 — Lake Tahoe Mountain Bike Race, Tahoe City, CA, Race in the cross country race, 4 hour or 8 hour race as a solo or on a team of 2, 3 or 4 (teams of 3 and 4 apply to the 8hr race only). The course is approximately 12.8 miles.

Fast lap times are around 50 minutes. Cross country race is two laps. The course is a mix of single track and fire-road. It is a fast and smooth course with few technical sections. The most laps wins. Approximately 1350 feet ascending and descending per lap., Todd Jackson, 530546-1019, todd@bigblueadventure.com, Kiley McInroy, kiley@bigblueadventure.com, bigblueadventure.com June 18, 2022 — The Bailey Hundo, Buffalo Creek, CO, 10th year for the race. The HUNDO is 100 miles with 10,000 vertical feet, the HUNDitO is 50 miles with 6,000 vertical feet, in the Buffalo Creek trail system – permitted by the USFS., Jennifer Barbour, 303-503-4616, jen@teamevergreen.org, baileyhundo.org June 18, 2022 — Terrible Two, Sebastopol, CA, The Terrible Two is our region’s version of an epic, and has been running since 1976. There are two challenging routes, neither for the faint of heart.

The first, starting at 121 miles is considered a tough century, and a gateway ride to the more formidable Terrible Two 200 mile course. It is a slightly abbreviated version of the Terrible Two and excludes Napa County. It also starts two hours later. Both are equally supported throughout., Steve Saxe, ridedirector@srcc.com, srcctt. webflow.io, srcc.com June 22-26, 2022 — Junior Bike Week, Crested Butte, CO, For the sixth year, the biggest kids’ bike party on the planet will be held in Crested Butte, the birthplace of mountain biking. A mountain bike festival will be held to celebrate getting more kids on bikes; and we would love to have you join us for both non-competitive festive events as well as competitive racing, Amy Nolan, 970-596-4085, director@juniorbikeweek. com, juniorbikeweek.com June 24-26, 2022 — NW Cup Downhill Series (Tamarack), Northwest Cup Downhill Series, Tamarack, ID, Downhill race. Held at Tamarack Bike Park. Friday will be open practice. Saturday will be split practice by category. Pro/JuniorX seeding Saturday evening. Sunday racing all categories, PRO GRT too, Scott Tucker, 360-7974288, scott@nwcup.com, nwcup.com June 25-26, 2022 — Big Mountain Enduro, Big Mountain Enduro Series, Big Sky, MT, BME Stop #3: 3 to 4 stages per day and upwards of

EARLY SPRING 2022 7500 feet of descending, most of which will be lift accessed, but with some pedal transitions equalling roughly 3000 feet of climbing over both days. Steep and technical., Brandon Ontiveros, brandon@bigmountainenduro.com, bigmountainenduro.com June 25, 2022 — Lutsen 99er, Leadville Race Series, Lutsen, MN, This race offers 99, 69, 49, 25, and kid distances combined with a weekend packed with fun, adventure and “killer” mountain biking for everyone. , Paul Anderson, 719-219-9364, panderson4@lifetimefitness.com, leadvilleraceseries.com/lutsen-99er/, lutsen99er.com June 25, 2022 — Bear Bait 8, Casper Mountain , WY, 4th annual, 860 feet of elevation gain per lap with a total distance of 8 miles., Keith Wharton, 307-253-7511, fatfishracing@gmail.com, bearbait8.itsyourrace.com/event.aspx?id=8803 June 26, 2022 — Eagle Enduro, Revolution Enduro Series, Eagle, CO, This venue for the series will be a big one day backcountry race venturing up into the high country with both technical and high speed courses!, David Scully, 970846-5012, david@revolutionenduro.com, revolutionenduro.com June 30-July 3, 2022 — Leadville Training Camp, Leadville Race Series, Leadville, CO, Ride with past champions and experience every inch of the LT 100 MTB course in Leadville. A question and answer session will offer insight into proper training, diet and race strategy. Camp riders will get tons of camp swag, great food and amazing, unforgettable experience., Paul Anderson, 719-219-9364, panderson4@lt.life, leadvilleraceseries.com July 8-10, 2022 — NW Cup Downhill Series (Whitefish), Northwest Cup Downhill Series, Whitefish, MT, Downhill race. Held at Whitefish Bike Park. Friday will be open practice. Saturday will be split practice by category. Pro/JuniorX seeding Saturday evening. Sunday racing all categories, Scott Tucker, 360-797-4288, scott@ nwcup.com, nwcup.com July 9, 2022 — Galena Grinder , Knobby Tire Series, Galena Lodge, ID, XC/Marathon, 40 mile loop; Pro/Expert/SS, 25 mile loop; Sport/Clydesdale, 20 mile loop; Beginner, 10.5 mile loop; and Youth with a 5 mile loop. , Alex Phipps, 208-841-4120, alex01phipps@gmail.com, twistedturtleracing. com July 9-10, 2022 — Keyst0ne Enduro, Revolution Enduro Series, Keystone, CO, David Scully, 970846-5012, david@revolutionenduro.com, revolutionenduro.com July 10, 2022 — Silver Rush 50, Leadville Race Series, Leadville, CO, At 10,000-12,500 feet above sea level, this challenging 50 mile outand-back course takes racers through the historic mining district on Leadville’s East side.

This race is known for its long, lung-burning climbs and rocky, steep terrain. Solo or Tandem 50m. Leadville Trail 100 Qualifier., Paul Anderson, 719-219-9364, panderson4@lifetimefitness.com, leadvilleraceseries.com July 13, 2022 — Mid Week Melee - Race 2, Bear Creek Lake, CO, Three distances to choose from including: the Elite Mini Course (1.3 miles), Short Course (4.3 miles), and Long Course (4.8 miles)., Dave Muscianisi, 303-817-6523, events@ rattlerracing.com, rattlerracing.com/event/midweek-melee-2/ July 15-17, 2022 — NW Cup Downhill Series (Silver Mountain), Northwest Cup Downhill Series, Kellogg, ID, Downhill race. Held at Silver Mountain Bike Park. Friday will be open practice.

Saturday will be split practice by category. Pro/ JuniorX seeding Saturday evening. Sunday racing all categories, Scott Tucker, 360-797-4288, scott@nwcup.com, nwcup.com July 16, 2022 — Tahoe Trail 100, Leadville Race Series, Northstar, CA, Ride 50K or 100K of rocky summits, breathtaking pine forests and beautiful Lake Tahoe views. 100K riders can qualify for the Leadville Trail 100 MTB, Josh Colley, 719-219-9357, youphoriacontact@gmail.com, Todd Jackson, 530-546-1019, todd@bigblueadventure.com, tahoetrailmtb.com, youphoriaproductions.com July 16, 2022 — Tahoe Trail, Leadville Race Series, Northstar Village, CA, Leadville Qualifier. The Tahoe Trail 100 offers athletes a 2-loop, 50 kilometer course filled with beautiful views of Lake Tahoe. , Paul Anderson, 719-219-9364, panderson4@lifetimefitness.com, leadvilleraceseries. com July 16-17, 2022 — Big Mountain Enduro, Big Mountain Enduro Series, Durango, CO, BME Stop #4: The BME comes to Winter Park in 2021. Taking place on August 28th-29th, this ever-popular event will feature Purgatory Bike Park downhill terrain and high alpine singletrack which is made for hard core mountain bike enthusiasts., Brandon Ontiveros, brandon@bigmountainenduro.com, bigmountainenduro.com July 18-26, 2022 — USA Cycling Mountain Bike National Championships, Winter Park, CO, Mountain bike national championships and high school cycling festival, Chuck Hodge, 719-4344200, chodge@usacycling.org, usacycling.org July 23, 2022 — Butte 100 Races, Butte, MT, Continental Divide Trail, Single Track, Big Sky Country, 100 and 50 mile options, and a Sorini 25 mile option. 14th Annual, Stephanie Sorini,

EARLY SPRING 2022 CYCLINGWEST.COM 21 406-490-7632, stephaniesorini@butte100.com, butte100.com

the event., Ron Ray, 406-761-2222, info@racemt. com, racemttri.com

July 23-24, 2022 — Brundage Mountain Cross Country, Knobby Tire Series, McCall, ID, Cross country Saturday and DH MTB race on Sunday, Alex Phipps, 208-841-4120, alex01phipps@gmail. com, twistedturtleracing.com

August 13, 2022 — Leadville Trail 100, Leadville Race Series, Leadville, CO, One of the most notorious and challenging bike races in the world. 100 mile out-and-back. , Paul Anderson, 719-219-9364, panderson4@lifetimefitness.com, leadvilleraceseries.com

July 23, 2022 — Winter Park Sunrise to Sunset, Outside Events Cycling Series, Winter Park, CO, Winter Park Sunrise to Sunset will be held in conjunction with Crooked Gravel. The 12-hour relay format and the section of trails used in Sunrise to Sunset are just above town, making access and relaxation between laps super easy. The option to race in teams, from two person to five person squads, gives teammates not on course a chance to enjoy the festive and mountainous atmosphere., Tracy Powers, eventsupport@outsideinc.com, events.outsideonline.com July 29-31, 2022 — Leadville Stage Race, Leadville Race Series, Leadville, CO, 100M (100 miles over three days), Team Option. Experience the legendary Leadville Trail 100 course over three days. Push the pace to see what you’re made of, or use the stages to prepare or qualify for the Leadville Trail 100 in August. This is one amazing party, with daily stage prizes, raffles, unmatched swag, food, beer and live music. , Paul Anderson, 719-219-9364, panderson4@lifetimefitness.com, leadvilleraceseries.com July 30, 2022 — Laramie Range Epic, Laramie, WY, The Laramie Range Epic (Formerly the Laramie Enduro) will have two course options, 30/60ish miles. 80% singletrack from smooth and flowy to steep and technical. Choose the One & Done to do one lap, or, the Laramie Range Epic to do two laps. Aid stations with fresh food, water and performance nutrition. Legendary after-party with live music, awards, cash pay-outs, raffle, free refreshments and warm, fresh food! Limited on-course camping and room specials, Dewey Gallegos, 307-742-5533, lreracedirector@gmail. com, laramierangeepic.com

August 13-14, 2022 — 12 and 24 Hours of Flathead, Kalispell, MT, A non-profit race to provide awareness and adaptive equipment to individuals living with paralysis and other life altering disabilities. Race features both bicycle and hand cycle courses. Held in Herron Park., Tia Celentano, 406-261-1769, info@24hoursofflathead.org, 24hoursofflathead. org, facebook.com/24HoursOfFlathead August 13-14, 2022 — Oak Flats MTB Race, New Mexico Off Road Series, Albequerque, NM, Well marked course with a separate kids course and equal pay. Family oriented, spectator friendly, with unique hand made trophies, a positive atmosphere and more. Fast, flowy course with a little bit of everything for everybody. Event Saturday: Cat 3, Cat 2 & Short track for Pro and Cat 1; Sunday:Juniors, Kids, Pro & Cat 1, Jan Bear, 505-670-4665, janbea@gmail.com, Par , 505-730-2615, parmenides.orpinel@gmail.com, nmors.org, oakflatsmtb.com August 20, 2022 — York 38 Special, York, MT, Ride 38 or 76 miles on single track, gravel, and Forest Service roads through breathtaking scenery in the Helena National Forest gaining 3000 vertical feet!, Rita Naylor, 406-475-3085, rbnmontana@gmail.com, york38special.org August 20-21, 2022 — Snowmass Enduro, Revolution Enduro Series, Snowmass, CO, Encompassing thousands of feet of descent, you won’t want to miss this lift served, two day, gravity filled Enduro. , David Scully, 970-846-5012, david@ revolutionenduro.com, revolutionenduro.com/ snowmass-colorado-enduro/

July 30-31, 2022 — Steamboat Springs Enduro, Revolution Enduro Series, Steamboat Springs, CO, Saturday racing will start with a shuttle ride to access new never raced trails for 3-4 Stages in the back country. Sunday August 19, will be three Stages with lift and pedal transfers at the Steamboat Bike Park and Forest Service trail system, David Scully, 970-846-5012, david@revolutionenduro.com, revolutionenduro.com

August 27, 2022 — Big Sky Biggie, Big Sky, MT, Starting in Big Sky’s Town Center (Meadow Village) and climbing into the scenic views from Lone Peak and Buck Ridge, riders will ride some of the area’s most exhilarating (and challenging) pieces of single-track, double-track, gravel roads and the occasional paved segment, Natalie Osborne, 907-223-0858, natalie@ bigskybiggie.com, bigskybiggie.com

July 30, 2022 — Telluride 100 Mountain Bike Race, Telluride, CO, 100 mile mtb race, Tobin , 970417-1751, tobin@behling.com, telluride100.com

August 27, 2022 — La Tierra Torture Mountain Bike Race, New Mexico Off Road Series, Santa Fe, NM, fast and flowy course, Jan Bear, 505-6704665, janbea@gmail.com, nmors.org, core-crew. com

August 6, 2022 — Pierre’s Hole MTB Race, National Ultra Endurance Series, Alta, WY, 12th Annual! Registration opens February 21, 2022.

The 100 K category will be capped at 250 racers and the 50 K category at 300 racers. There will not be a 100-mile race this year The racecourse is on an IMBA Epic trail at Grand Targhee. The 100 k is a NUE marathon series race, Andy Williams, 800-TARGHEE ext. 1309, awilliams@ grandtarghee.com, grandtarghee.com/pierreshole-50-100-mountain-bike-race/ August 6-7, 2022 — Tamarack Twister & Enduro, Knobby Tire Series, Donnelly, ID, Cross country on Saturday and enduro race on Sunday at a beautiful venue. Cross County race, Fast and flowy, Alex Phipps, 208-841-4120, alex01phipps@ gmail.com, twistedturtleracing.com August 6, 2022 — Maah Daah Hey 100, Medora, ND, The Maah Daah Hey 100 race course takes you across one of the most majestic single-track adventures in the world, with miles of uninterrupted trail through the heart of the rugged Badlands. Make no mistake, this event will push competitive riders to their limits while giving every participant an experience they will remember for the rest of their lives., experienceland.org August 6, 2022 — Colorado State MTB Championship, Bailey, CO, The course delivers everything you would expect from a XC mountain bike race. It’s a 5 mile world cup style course packed with solid climbing, twisty turns, short technical sections, and fun descents., Dave Muscianisi, 303-817-6523, events@rattlerracing. com, rattlerracing.com/event/fangdango/ August 7, 2022 — Race Montana Triathlon, Great Falls, MT, Sprint and Olympic Distances along with the option of a solo or team triathlon.

Long and short events are offered for youth participants. Beginner adults can sign up for “Try A Tri” Triathlon (100-meter swim, 3-mile bike, and 1-mile walk/run). All participants get a free pass to the Electric City Water Park on the day of

August 28, 2022 — Santa Fe Big Friggin Loop, New Mexico Endurance Series, Santa Fe, NM, The Santa Fe BFL returns in 2021 with a new route!

This year’s route features the classic trails, a handful of new trails, less roads (paved or otherwise), less hike-a-bike, and generally less tedium. It will also be FULLY SELF-SUPPORTED! Bring your favorite method of water treatment, as there will not be a water drop this year., Bailey Newbrey, , nm-es.weebly.com/santa-febig-friggin-loop.html September 9-11, 2022 — NW Cup Downhill Series (TBA), Northwest Cup Downhill Series, TBA, TBA, Downhill race. Held at Whitefish Bike Park. Friday will be open practice. Saturday will be split practice by category. Pro/JuniorX seeding Saturday evening. Sunday racing all categories, Scott Tucker, 360-797-4288, scott@nwcup.com, nwcup.com September 10, 2022 — Race the Rails, Ely, NV, Race the train in Ely! Fun for the whole family!

Race a coal fired steam engine that is over 100 years old. The event will accommodate both road and mountain bike riders of all ages., Kyle Horvath, 775-289-3720, kyle.horvath@elynevada. net, elynevada.net September 10, 2022 — Pocatello Fall Ultra, Pocatello, ID, Join us for the premier ultra mountain bike race in Southeast Idaho. Participate in a 100K or 50K ride in one of America’s best mountain biking areas. 100K RACE:– Over 9,000 ft. of elevation gain– Over 45 miles of singletrack on the 100K course.– Looped course, 80% Singletrack50K RACE:– Over 6,500 ft. of elevation gain.– Looped course, ALL singletrack., Jeff Hough, hough.jeff@gmail.com, pocatellofallultra.com/

Fat Biking March 5, 2022 — Winter Whip Fat Bike Race, Pocatello, ID, 10K or 20K option, 8:00 am start time for 20K Riders’ Start at Pocatello Nordic Center, Each racer receives a Face Buff, Beer & Hot Chocolate for racers, Jeff Hough, hough. jeff@gmail.com, pocatellofallultra.com/winterwhip March 11-13, 2022 — The Drift Fat Bike Race and Ride, Pinedale, WY, 13 or 28 miles, and 100 mile run, bike, or ski, Upper Green River Valley, held on a groomed trail in the Wind River Range in the area of the Continental Divide Trail, 100 mile race starts on March 11th at 9 AM. The 13 mile starts March 13th at 9 AM and the 28 mile March 13th at 8 AM., Keri Hull, 907-306-9806, keri.koger@ gmail.com, thedrift100.com

Utah Weekly Road Race Series Salt Air Time Trial Series — Utah Crit Series, Salt Lake City, UT, Every other Thursday April - September, I-80 Frontage Road West of the International Center, Marek Shon, 801-209-2479, utcritseries@ gmail.com, utahcritseries.com DLD (DMV) Criterium — Utah Crit Series, West Valley City, UT, Weekly Training Crit at the Driver’s Training Center, 4700S. 2780W., A flite - 6 pm, B flite between 6:45 and 7:05, Call for information regarding C flite. Wednesdays April - August, Marek Shon, 801-209-2479, utcritseries@ gmail.com, utahcritseries.com Emigration Canyon Hillclimb Series — Utah Crit Series, Salt Lake City, UT, Starts north of Zoo 7.4 miles to top of Emigration. First rider off at 6:30. Every other Thursday April through August, Marek Shon, 801-209-2479, utcritseries@gmail. com, utahcritseries.com Utah Road Race Series — Utah Crit Series, Salt Lake City, UT, Fridays, June 10, July 22, Aug 12, Aug 26 , Marek Shon, 801-209-2479, utcritseries@gmail. com, race2wheels.com

Utah Road Racing March 12, 2022 — Watts Fest, UCA Series, Tooele, UT, Held at the Utah Motorsports Park, circuit race, Troy Huebner, 801-427-0852, troyworkone@comcast.net, April 9, 2022 — Intermountain Healthcare Criterium, UCA Series, Ogden, UT, Clinton Mortley, 505-3790216, clint@thresholdsports.org, April 16, 2022 — East Canyon Echo Road Race and Fun Ride, UCA Series, Henefer, UT, 10 AM start for all courses beginning at Big Rock Campground with the 60 mile option going through Henefer and continuing through Echo Canyon. At it’s end, the route will turn back to to Henefer and finish at Big Rock Campground. The 40 mile option only rides to the mouth of Echo Canyon and turns back to the campground while the 14 mile option will go up the Hogs Back and turn around to finish at Big Rock Campground with all the other courses., James Zwick, 801-870-4578, sports@sports-am.com, sports-am.com April 23, 2022 — Emigration Canyon Hill Climb, Utah State Hill Climb Series, UCA Series, Salt Lake City, UT, Starting in Late April with the climb that is probably ridden most in the state, Emigration Canyon will be the kick of event. With new roads and a bike lane to the top this will test each riders early season fitness. This climb will be held in time trial format with a rider starting every 30 seconds. , Dirk Cowley, 801-699-5126, dcowley@ comcast.net, racedaywebsites.com April 23, 2022 — Sandy Criterium, Sandy, UT, Sean Hoover, , April 30, 2022 — Nowhereville Road Race, Sandy, UT, Sean Hoover, , May 7, 2022 — Gran Fondo Moab, Moab, UT, Mass start timed road cycling event on the beautiful La Sal Loop road, 60 miles with 5500 feet of climbing. Not a sanctioned race, but you will get a time, awards, and placing., Scott Newton, 800-635-1792, 970-275-1633, info@granfondomoab.com, granfondomoab.com May 7, 2022 — Goshen Circuit Race, UCA Series, Goshen, UT, 5.7 mile loop with a couple of punchy rollers and about 375 feet of up and down each lap on paved farm roads in southern Utah County., Troy Huebner, 801-427-0852, troyworkone@comcast.net, May 21, 2022 — Bear Lake Classic Road Race, tentative, UCA Series, Garden City, UT, 51 mile flat loop (or 102 double lap) with some rolling hills on east shore, followed by a flat and fast finish – a beautiful race around Bear Lake., John Hernandez, john71her@gmail.com, extramileracing.com, racebearlake.com May 22, 2022 — Midvale Criterium, UCA Series, Midvale, UT, Dirk Cowley, 801-699-5126, dcowley@comcast.net, racedayeventmanagement. com June 4, 2022 — Porcupine Hill Climb, Tentative date, UCA Series, Salt Lake City, UT, 19th Annual, Start: Porcupine Pub & Grille finishing at the Brighton Ski Resort, Big Cottonwood Canyon.

Citizen’s and licensed rider categories. State Championship Hill Climb for licensed cateogories. 14.7 miles, 3800’ of climbing! , James Zwick, 801-870-4578, sports@sports-am.com, sports-am. com June 4, 2022 — West Mountain Road Race, UCA Series, Spanish Fork, UT, Starts at Lincoln Beach, Troy Huebner, 801-427-0852, troyworkone@comcast.net, June 10-11, 2022 — Kokopelli Moab to St. George Relay, Moab, UT, Moab to St. George Relay, Road race with 4 rider teams and three legs per rider, covering 528 miles. Multiple start times at Swanny Park in Moab finishing at Unity Park in Ivins., Clay Christensen, 801-234-0399, info@ enduranceutah.com, kokopellirelay.com June 16-18, 2022 — Utah Summer Games, Utah Summer Games Cycling, Cedar City, UT, Hill Climb (4 miles with average grade of 7%, Time Trial (10 miles out and back course), Criterium

(.95 mile closed course, counter clockwise) , Road Race (20, 40 and 60 mile course) with overall Omnium., Pace Clarke, 435-865-8423, paceclarke@suu.edu, Quinn Pratt, 435-572-0007, usgcycling@gmail.com, utahsummergames.org June 24, 2022 — Antelope Island Classic, UCA Series, Antelope Island, UT, Starts at the West end of the causeway, then across the causeway towards the ranch and end on the island.

32 to 60 mile options., James Ferguson, 801-3895706, ferguson8118@comcast.net, June 25, 2022 — Need for Speed Time Trial, UCA Series, Corinne, UT, Dirk Cowley, 801-699-5126, dcowley@comcast.net, racedayeventmanagement.com July 2, 2022 — Utah Hill Climb - Snowbird, UCA Series, Snowbird, UT, Dirk Cowley, 801-699-5126, dcowley@comcast.net, racedayeventmanagement.com July 9, 2022 — Cache Gran Fondo, UCI Gran Fondo World Series, USA AND Gran Fondo National Series, Logan, UT, Celebrating our 11th year and 3rd year as the only qualifying event in the Western US for both the UCI Gran Fondo World Championship and GFNS (USACycling Gran Fondo National Championship), and a true Gran Fondo where riders of all abilities are invited to participate. Chose from distances of 35, 53, 76 and 104-mile courses on Saturday through a fun, low-traffic, and scenic route in Cache Valley, UT. The finish is a festival for all riders, with race prizes, recreational rider prizes (UCI winners receive a jersey and medal), finisher medals, and unique jerseys at a cost. 20% of UCI racers in 16 different age categories qualify for UCI World Championships and top 5 in each category qualify for National Championships., Troy Oldham, 435-764-2979, oldhamtroy@gmail. com, cachegranfondo.com July 16-17, 2022 — Salt Lake Criteriums, USA Cycling Crit Series, Salt Lake City, UT, Professional and amateur categories, expo and more!

Benefits the Utah Food Bank, Dirk Cowley, 801699-5126, dcowley@comcast.net, Eric Gardiner, 801-660-9173, saltlakecrit@gmail.com, saltlakecriterium.com July 23, 2022 — Old Snowbasin Road Hill Climb, Utah State Hill Climb Series, UCA Series, Snowbasin, UT, Late July will see the second race with a road that contains a long climb with a short but fast decent in the middle known as Old Snowbasin Road. During this event, we see riders who can handle their bikes on two short, hard packed sections. This climb will commence by mass starts broken into different start segments., Dirk Cowley, 801-699-5126, dcowley@ comcast.net, racedaywebsites.com July 29-30, 2022 — Saints to Sinners Bike Relay, Salt Lake City, UT, The Original fundraiser relay road race from Salt Lake to Las Vegas. Over 500 miles with elevations from 1500 to 10500 feet. Race in teams through the night, fundraiser event for ALS/Lou Gehrig’s Disease., Chad Neusmeyer, 801-856-7018, chad@saintstosinners. com, SaintstoSinners.com July 30, 2022 — Mirror Lake Highway Road Race, UCA Series, Kamas, UT, 150 miles across some amazing country roads and up Mirror Lake Hwy thru beautiful pine and aspen forest, across the highest paved pass in Utah at 10,700 feet, and back on country roads in wide open country. It is a road race, a gran fondo (for those who only want to ride) and can be done as 2 or 3 person relay. Fully supported. Start and finish in Kamas., Troy Huebner, 801-427-0852, troyworkone@comcast.net, August 20, 2022 — Wildflower Hill Climb, Mountain Green, UT, Timed 5.5 mile climb during the 65 mile course option in this women-only cycling event. , Nick Bowsher, 801-610-9422, info@wildfloweroutdoor.com, wildfloweroutdoor.com August 26-29, 2022 — Hoodoo 500, Planet Ultra Grand Slam Endurance Series, St. George, UT, 500 mile loop race through Southern Utah.

Non-stop or stage race, solo and relay team divisions. 300 mile option as well., Deborah Bowling, 818-889-2453, embassy@planetultra. com, Hoodoo500.com September 10, 2022 — LOTOJA Classic Road Race, Logan, UT, 40th Annual, 1 day, 3 states, 200-plus mile road race from Logan, UT to Jackson Hole, WY, Brent Chambers, 801-546-0090, info@lotoja. com, lotoja.com

Regional Road Racing ID, WY, MT, NV, AZ, NM, CO, MT, OR, WA, CA and Beyond March 4-6, 2022 — Tucson Bicycle Classic, Tucson, AZ, 3-day USA Cycling stage race featuring a challenging 3.2 mile prologue, a 20.5 mile loop road race and 5.6 mile circuit circuit race. Time Trial Prologue - Friday, March 4th Road Race - Saturday morning, March 5th, Circuit Race Sunday morning, March 6th. , Marco Colbert, info@tucsonbicycleclassic.com, tucsonbicycleclassic.com, azcycling.org/event/tbc/ March 5, 2022 — Wards Ferry Road Race, Sonora, CA, Robert Leibold, 209-604-1354, velopro1@ gmail.com, velopromo.com March 6, 2022 — Copper Valley Road Race, Copperopolis, CA, Robert Leibold, 209-604-1354, velopro1@gmail.com, velopromo.com March 12, 2022 — Ken Forbes Memorial Crit, Tucson, AZ, Begins at 8:00 a.m. and ends at 5:00 p.m. at the Musselman on 1800 S Harrison Rd. Tucson, AZ 85747, Stonehouse , , azcycling.org/ event/musselman-crit-state-champs/ March 20, 2022 — Avondale Crit, Avondale, AZ, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Carlos O’Briens Racing , bdelaney259@gmail.com, azcycling.org/event/ avondale-1/ March 26-27, 2022 — Maverick Classic, Collegiate Road - RMCCC, Grand Junction, CO, Omnium Race and USAC categories, road race and criterium, Rick Taggart, rtaggart@coloradome-

sa.edu, Patric Rostel, 970-248-1503, prostel@ coloradomesa.edu, Jennifer Stoll, 970-248-1469, jstoll@coloradomesa.edu, coloradomesa.edu, bikereg.com/maverick-classic March 27, 2022 — Santa Cruz Classic Criterium, Santa Cruz, CA, 53rd Santa Cruz Classic Criterium, on the traditional 0.9 mile loop on and off Beach Hill above the Boardwalk. 8 separate multi-lap races around the infamous hairpin turn., Robert Leibold, 209-604-1354, velopro1@ gmail.com, velopromo.com April 2, 2022 — Fish Rock, Mendocino, CA, A gravelly road race. A road made of dirt goes up one side of a mountain and down the other. Big pavement ride to get there, and then go over it. There are no bail-outs, but we support your journey, and celebrate at the finish. , Clemence Heymelot, 707-560-1122, info@bikemonkey.net, bikemonkey.net April 2, 2022 — Cobb Lake Road Race, Wellington, CO, One the longest running and most iconic road races in Colorado, on an 8-mile course.

Races start at 8 am, and continue with collegiate and open categories throughout the day. Located north of Fort Collins, starts at the Anheuser-Busch plant. Road Race, Part of the 2022 CSU Cycling Spring Race Weekend, Tayne Andrade, 208-389-8651, csuramscycling@gmail. com, coloradocycling.org April 3, 2022 — The Oval Criterium 2.0, Fort Collins, CO, Criterium, Part of the 2021 CSU Cycling Spring Weekend, New course this year, located south of CSU’s campus. Races start at 8 am with collegiate races, and continue throughout the day with open categories, Tayne Andrade, 208389-8651, csuramscycling@gmail.com, coloradocycling.org April 9-10, 2022 — Sierra Vista Omnium, Sierra Vista, AZ, Begins 8:00 a.m. February 20th and ends at 5:00 p.m. February 21st, azcycling.org/event/ sierra-vista/ April 9, 2022 — NOCO Criterium, Loveland, CO, Lance Panigutti, 303-408-1195, lance@withoutlimits.com, whitelinecycling.com April 16, 2022 — Boulder Roubaix Road Race, Boulder, CO, First held in 1990 and now every other year just north of cycling mecca Boulder, this is an amazing 19 mile loop with mixed terrain, Chris Grealish, 303-619-9419, chris@dbcevents. com, dbcevents.com April 16, 2022 — Copperopolis Road Race, Copperopolis, CA, 41st Copperopolis Road Race, Milton, CA, the Paris-Roubaix of California.

21 mile loops (105 miles for 1/2/Pro riders) in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, featuring quiet country and roads that can be best described as mostly patches and some pavement., Robert Leibold, 209-604-1354, velopro1@gmail.com, velopromo.com April 16, 2022 — BAA Crit, Somewhere, AZ, azcycling.org/event/baa-crit/ April 20-24, 2022 — Redlands Bicycle Classic, Redlands, CA, The Redlands Bicycle Classic is the longest continuous running invitational, professional stage race in American bike racing.

Each year, the City of Redlands and surrounding communities open their homes, their hearts and their streets to world-class athletes. From humble beginnings on a Memorial Day weekend in 1985, the event, featuring 350 elite racers, has hosted future stars of the Olympics, Tour de France, and World Championships. The Redlands Bicycle Classic’s long heritage of attracting future stars has earned its position in history: “Where Legends Are Born!”, Eric Reiser, ericrei@msn. com, , redlandsclassic.com April 23, 2022 — Pueblo Chilly Criterium, Pueblo Classic, Pueblo, CO, This is a fast downtown course with 2 normal right-hand corners and an apex corner on the north end. At 0.7 miles in length, it features smooth pavement and a tree-lined finish. The Start-Finish is at Union and ‘D’ Street with a long run-out. , Jim Castagneri, 720-216-9116, castagneri@gmail.com, http:// collegiatecycling.org/rmccc/2022-pueblo-classic/, coloradocycling.org April 24, 2022 — Steel City Road Race, Pueblo Classic, Pueblo, CO, This is an out-and-back course held on the access road to the US DOT rail test center just outside Pueblo with sweeping curves and a few respectable hills.

Categories will race 34, 48, or 68 miles. , Jim Castagneri, 720-216-9116, castagneri@gmail. com, collegiatecycling.org/rmccc/2022-pueblo-classic/ , coloradocycling.org May 1, 2022 — Koppenburg Road Race, Superior, CO, The infamous Koppenberg Race, featuring the climb (17% grade), is the queen of the spring time cycling events in Colorado. This rustic setting sits next to, and incorporates parts of the Morgul Bismark Course. Boulder’s Spring Classic is set to make you suffer, and “the climb” is set to be the deciding factor once again. The Koppenberg is a 5.5 mile road race circuit, with 300ft of elevation gain per lap, and includes 2 miles on a packed dirt road. Those who do well here are marked men and women at the King of the spring time cycling events, the Superior Morgul, Lance Panigutti, 303-408-1195, lance@ withoutlimits.com, whitelinecycling.com May 6-8, 2022 — USA Cycling Collegiate Road National Championships, Augusta, GA, Chuck Hodge, 719-434-4200, chodge@usacycling.org, usacycling.org May 6-8, 2022 — Tour de Bloom Stage Race (Omnium), Wenatchee, WA, The event features a road race in Waterville on Friday, an out and back 10-mile TT, a twilight criterium in historic downtown Wenatchee on Saturday, and a road race in Plain Washington with an uphill finish on Sunday. , Ace Bollinger, 509-679-5003, acebollinger@nwi.net, wenatcheevalleyvelo. com/current-event/tour-de-bloom/ May 13-15, 2022 — Tax Day Omnium, UCA Series, Marsh Valley, ID, Great circuit race, start and finish at Marsh Valley High School. This is the old Gate City Grind Course., Dirk Cowley, 801699-5126, dcowley@comcast.net, Bob and Kris Walker, bobandkrisw@yahoo.com, Tony Chesrow, 435-671-2506, hebermtsports@yahoo. com, idahocycling.com May 14, 2022 — Louisville Criterium, Louisville, CO, Kick off the spring season at one of the fastest races in Colorado. Louisville offers fast flow-

22 CYCLINGWEST.COM ing corners, a power incline, and wide open roads to really put the hammer down!, Lance Panigutti, 303-408-1195, lance@withoutlimits. com, whitelinecycling.com May 15, 2022 — Steamboat Roubaix, Steamboat Springs, CO, Paying homage to the mother of all rough road races, Steamboat Roubaix will challenge all of your skills as a bike racer – speed, handling, power, tactics, team strategy, and grit. Steamboat Roubaix – Hell of the High Rockies brings a fun and challenging course to pro-am racers looking to test their racing skills in a good ol’ fashioned peloton., Corey Piscopo, 970-367-3517, corey@bikesteamboat. com, bikesteamboat.com/roubaix May 15, 2022 — Bearmouth Road Race & Gran Fondo, Missoula, MT, This classic race travels up a short and steep climb, past Limestone Ridge, out to Helmville, and back-- a little for every type of cyclists, whether you love the climbs, the flats, or just the majestic scenery of Montana. Whether you want to ride it as a race, a fondo, or use it as a training ride for Camp Mak-A-Dream’s RATPOD, this is a route that all cyclists are bound to enjoy., Shaun Radley, 406-219-1318, montanacyclocross@gmail.com, montanacyclocross.com/events/ May 20-22, 2022 — Madera Stage Race, Merced, CA, Robert Leibold, 209-604-1354, velopro1@ gmail.com, velopromo.com May 21-22, 2022 — Superior Morgul Omnium, Superior, CO, 8 mile time trial, team time trial, Superior Morgul road race, Lance Panigutti, 303-408-1195, lance@withoutlimits.com, whitelinecycling.com May 21-22, 2022 — River City Cycling Classic, Spokane, WA, Omnium. Time trial and road race on Saturday, a criterium on Sunday, Racers can compete in events individually with no need to pass one event to qualify for the next; race 1, 2, or all 3 events, Nathan Gallahan, 208-771-2099, nathan.gallahan@gmail.com, rivercitycycling. org, facebook.com/RCCyclingClassic May 28-30, 2022 — Iron Horse Bicycle Classic, Durango, CO, 50th Annual, Road Race and Tour from Durango to Silverton. Both are on Saturday 25th and are a 50 mile ride from Durango to Silverton. Take off with the train, traveling over two 10,000ft mountain passes enroute to the historical mining town of Silverton. Sunday 26th we have a Kids Race and Kids Village, Mountain Bike Race, Gravel Grinder, Cruiser Crit, BMX event and vendors., Gaige Sippy, 970259-4621, director@ironhorsebicycleclassic.com, ironhorsebicycleclassic.com June 3-5, 2022 — Tour of Walla Walla Stage Race, Walla Walla, WA, Pacific NW premier 3 day Stage Race celebrating it’s 24th year. 2nd race of the Washington Stage Race Series - 2 RRs, Crit, Time Trial, Michael Austin, 509-386-1149, 509-5254949, mike@allegrocyclery.com, Kathyrn Austin, 509-964-8951, kathyrn@allegrocyclery.com, tourofwallawalla.com June 4, 2022 — Sawtooth 200-mile Team Challenge, Boise, ID, 15th annual team relay race from Boise to Sun Valley. 200 and 100 mile route through challenging mountain terrain. 200 mile route consists of 4 or 6 person teams and 100 mile route either solo or 2 person teams. Participants finish with BBQ and Sawtooth brew in beautiful Ketchum., Katie Hedrich, 951-733-5198, katie@ omnigoevents.com, sawtooth200.com June 5, 2022 — Regalado Road Race , Oakdale, CA, Robert Leibold, 209-604-1354, velopro1@ gmail.com, velopromo.com June 23-26, 2022 — USA Cycling Professional Road, ITT, and Criterium National Championships, Knoxville , TN, Chuck Hodge, 719-434-4200, chodge@usacycling.org, usacycling.org July 3, 2022 — Leesville Gap Road Race, Williams, CA, 62 miles for everyone up and over storied Leesville Grade and Grapevine Gap in California’s Colusa County. mostly paved, some gravel stretches. Watermelon Feed at the finish.

USAC licensed. , Robert Leibold, 209-604-1354, velopro1@gmail.com, velopromo.com July 9, 2022 — ASWD Boise Twilight Criterium, USA Cycling Crit Series, Boise, ID, 35th Annual, Pro Road Tour, races for all categories, and race under the lights for the pros., Mike Cooley, 208371-5175, mike.cooley1958@gmail.com, boisetwilightcriterium.com July 10, 2022 — Watsonville Criterium , Watsonville, CA, Robert Leibold, 209-604-1354, velopro1@ gmail.com, velopromo.com July 17, 2022 — USA Cycling Gran Fondo National Championships, Asheville, NC, Shawn Brett, 719434-4200, sbrett@usacycling.org, usacycling.org July 23, 2022 — Bob Cook Memorial Mount Evans Hill Climb, Colorado Summit Cycling Series, Idaho Springs, CO, 55th annual, CO State Championship Hill Climb, 27 mile bicycle race and Gran Fondo, that ends on the highest paved road in the United States, Mount Evans, at 14,130’, 6000 feet elevation gain. , Jennifer Barbour, 303-503-4616, jen@teamevergreen. org, Kim Nordquist, 303-249-6168, director@ bicyclerace.com, bicyclerace.com, teamevergreen.org August 4-7, 2022 — USA Cycling Masters Road National Championships, Albuquerque, NM, Shawn Brett, 719-434-4200, sbrett@usacycling. org, usacycling.org August 6, 2022 — Warnerville Time Trial, Knights Ferry, CA, Robert Leibold, 209-604-1354, velopro1@gmail.com, velopromo.com August 7, 2022 — Patterson Road Race, Tracy, CA, Robert Leibold, 209-604-1354, velopro1@gmail. com, velopromo.com August 13, 2022 — The Broadmoor Pikes Peak Cycling Hill Climb, Colorado Springs, CO, This is an epic hill climb on Pikes Peak, America’s Mountain, starting at 9,390 feet and finishing 12.42 miles later at 14,115 feet with an elevation

gain of 4725 feet. There is a timed race and gran fondo, with waves starting at 6:13 am., The Sports Corp , 719-634-7333, info@thesportscorp. org, Jeff Mosher, 719-634-7333 Ext 1005, jeff@thesportscorp.org, PikesPeakCyclingHillClimb.org August 13, 2022 — Dunnigan Hills Road Race, Dunnigan, CA, Robert Leibold, 209-604-1354, velopro1@gmail.com, velopromo.com August 14, 2022 — Suisun Harbor Criterium, Suisun City, CA, 2021 Northern California/Nevada District Criterium Championships. A fast paced four cornered downtown criterium on a short loop. USAC licensed, Robert Leibold, 209-6041354, velopro1@gmail.com, velopromo.com August 20, 2022 — San Ardo Road Race, San Ardo, CA, Robert Leibold, 209-604-1354, velopro1@ gmail.com, velopromo.com August 21, 2022 — University Road Race, Santa Cruz, CA, Robert Leibold, 209-604-1354, velopro1@gmail.com, velopromo.com August 27, 2022 — Winters Road Race, Winters, CA, Robert Leibold, 209-604-1354, velopro1@gmail. com, velopromo.com September 3, 2022 — Athlone Time Trial, Merced, CA, Robert Leibold, 209-604-1354, velopro1@ gmail.com, velopromo.com September 5, 2022 — Il Giro di San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, 46th annual Labor Day Criterium on the Embarcadero. Challenging six corner course that has hosted some of the best in the nation. 9 separate events including kids challenge. USAC licensed., Robert Leibold, 209-6041354, velopro1@gmail.com, velopromo.com September 11, 2022 — Mt. Graham Hill Climb, Safford, AZ, 8 am, mass start, Nippy Feldhake III, 520-747-2544 , nippy-mr-smarty-pants@juno. com, azcycling.org/event/mt-graham-statehc-2/

Utah Road Touring and Gran Fondos March 12-15, 2022 — Moab Skinny Tire Festival, Moab, UT, Road cycling tour in iconic Moab, Utah. The four routes of the Festival highlight Moab’s different riding opportunities. Two days follow the mighty Colorado River corridor, both up-stream and downstream. The other two days leave the valley and climb the beautiful canyon roads into red rock country visiting Dead Horse Point State Park and Arches National Park. Live music, beverages, great food await you at the post-ride party on Saturday. All routes have SAG vehicle support, Aid Stations, and 5 Star Event Communication volunteers. A portion of your registration is given as a donation benefitting cancer research and survivorship programs.

Cycling Teams and individual groups use the event to inspire their fundraising for large and small foundations making a difference in cancer treatments and survivorship beyond. Ask how your beneficiary can be included., Beth Logan, 435-260-8889, 435-260-2334, info@skinnytireevents.com, skinnytireevents.com April 9, 2022 — Spring Tour de St. George , Ride Southern Utah Road Gran Fondos, St. George, UT, Did you enjoy the Fall Tour? Come see the rest of southern Utah on your bike as we take you on the other half of our two-part tour of the southern Utah scenery. Fully supported Gran Fondo., Joey Dye, 435-674-3185, joey@redrockbicycle.com, Margaret Gibson, 435-229-6251, margaret@redrockbicycle.com, ridesouthernutah.com April 16, 2022 — Willard Bay Brevet, Salt Lake Randonneurs Brevet Series, Centerville, UT, 62 or 125 mile brevet. Self-supported ride from Centerville to Corinne and back, flat route, 9AM start. Sponsored by Salt Lake Randonneurs., Richard Stum, 435-462-2266, richard@eogear. com, Ken Moss, 801-833-2782, rba@saltlakerandos.org, saltlakerandos.org April 23, 2022 — Salt Lake City Marathon Bike Tour, Salt Lake City, UT, Ride the closed 26.2 mile marathon course through the most iconic sites of Salt Lake! All abilities welcome! Start at 6:00am, just north of the Legacy Bridge on the University of Utah Campus., Steve Bingham, 720608-1783, stevebingham@highaltitudeevents. com, Jennifer Nelson, 801-455-9623, marketing@ saltlakecitymarathon.com, saltlakecitymarathon.com May 7, 2022 — FrontRunner Metric Century Ride, Salt Lake City, UT, 11th Annual Point to point metric century (62.5 miles) bicycle ride from Salt Lake City’s Intermodal Hub to Ogden. Return to Salt Lake City via the UTA FrontRunner train service. Your bicycle will be transported via private truck to SLC. Registration opens Christmas Day! We sold out for the last few years, register early and don’t miss out. Only 640’ of total climbing, Matt Storms, 801-230-9270, staff@forthewinracing.com, frontrunnercentury.com May 7, 2022 — Wasatch Front Brevet, Salt Lake Randonneurs Brevet Series, North Salt Lake City, UT, 125 or 190 mile self-supported brevet starting in North Salt Lake. Ride over Big Mountain and North Ogden Divide, then to Antelope Island and complete the loop, Richard Stum, 435-462-2266, richard@eogear.com, Ken Moss, 801-833-2782, rba@saltlakerandos.org, saltlakerandos.org May 7, 2022 — Gran Fondo Moab, Moab, UT, Mass start timed road cycling event on the beautiful La Sal Loop road, 60 miles with 5500 feet of climbing. Not a sanctioned race, but you will get a time, awards, and placing., Scott Newton, 800-635-1792, 970-275-1633, info@granfondomoab.com, granfondomoab.com May 14, 2022 — Ride for the Angels, Copperton, UT, 11th Annual. Start: 8:30am; 8655 West 10390 South Copperton Park; Routes: 25, 50 miles and Metric Century 62.5 miles; $50.00 includes swag bag and ride shirt. With each registration you

will be entered to win a new bike. Drawing to be held Saturday at 8:00 am, right before the start of the event. Rest stops and road support, Great cause! Post Ride Picnic too!, Dennis Carrigan, 801-201-5164, dennis@angelshands. org, angelshands.org

August 20, 2022 — Wildflower Pedalfest, Morgan, UT, A non-competitive, women only road bike ride. All ages and levels welcome. The 65 mile course option has a timed hill climb with prizes., Nick Bowsher, 801-610-9422, info@ wildfloweroutdoor.com, wildfloweroutdoor.com

May 21, 2022 — Backroads of the Great Basin 400K, Salt Lake Randonneurs, Saratoga Springs, UT, Self-supported brevet starting in Saratoga Springs, touring thru Eureka and Nephi. 190 or 250 mile options, Richard Stum, 435-462-2266, richard@eogear.com, Ken Moss, 801-833-2782, rba@saltlakerandos.org, saltlakerandos.org

August 27, 2022 — Cache Valley Century Tour, Richmond, UT, 35, 60, or 100 mile options.

Proceeds benefit Common Ground, a Logan, Utah non-profit. Funds support their adaptive cycling program. Richmond to Preston, Idaho and back through scenic terrain. Great last century before LoToJa!, Bob Jardine, 435-713-0288, 435-757-2889, info@CacheValleyCentury.com, Sammie Macfarlane, 435-713-0288, Sammie@ cgadventures.org, CJ Sherlock, 435-713-0288, 435-757-2889, info@cachevalleycentury.com, CacheValleyCentury.com

May 21, 2022 — Tim Wangsgaard Memorial Ride for Education, Kaysville, UT, A comfortable metric century ride through scenic countryside through Weber and Davis County. Enjoy a mixture of plains and hills throughout Northern Utah. Fully supported, lunch provided with all paid registration. Proceeds go to support Utah public education students via a scholarship fund., Jeremiah Sniffin, 801-269-9320, 385-3472717, jsniffin@useaut.org, useautah.org June 4, 2022 — Little Red Riding Hood, Lewiston, UT, Women only century ride, 27, 36, 50, 70 and 100 mile distances in Cache Valley, fundraiser for Women’s Cancer Research at the Huntman Cancer Institute. Reg. will be available early January. This event sells out quickly., Penny Perkins, penperk@centurylink.net, Curt Griffin, lrrh@bbtc.net, bccutah.org/lrrh June 4, 2022 — Ride the Gap Century, Ride Southern Utah Road Gran Fondos, Parowan, UT, Enjoy cooler weather in the high country of beautiful Southern Utah. Fun and fast with a mileage option for every rider. Nothing like a small town with big fun! Enjoy open roads and very little traffic., Joey Dye, 435-674-3185, joey@ redrockbicycle.com, Margaret Gibson, 435-2296251, margaret@redrockbicycle.com, Ryan Gurr, info@spingeeks.com, ridesouthernutah.com June 10-11, 2022 — Raspberry Ramble Series, Salt Lake Randonneurs Brevet Series, Logan, UT, Selfsupported brevet 188, 250 or 375-mile in Cache Valley and southern Idaho, 5AM start in Logan, Richard Stum, 435-462-2266, richard@eogear. com, Ken Moss, 801-833-2782, rba@saltlakerandos.org, saltlakerandos.org June 11, 2022 — Huntsman SportsFest - Run. Ride.

Play. Support Cancer Research, Salt Lake City, UT, An epic ride supporting Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI). Distances: 25, 50, 75, 100 & 140-miles. 100% of all funds support the mission of HCI., Jen Murano-Tucker, 801-584-5815, jmurano@huntsmanfoundation.org, huntsmansportsfestival.com June 25-26, 2022 — Bike MS: Harmons Best Dam Bike Ride, Bike MS, Logan, UT, Join thousands of cyclists from around the region and celebrate 34 years of Bike MS: the premier fundraising cycling series in the nation raising funds for a world free of MS. The Bike MS experience offers route options ranging from 45 to 150 miles over two days and is friendly to all abilities with rest stops every 8-12 miles. Camping, meals, and entertainment based out of Cache Valley Fairgrounds (400 S 500 W) in Logan., Melissa Matthews, 801-424-0112, Melissa.Mathews@ nmss.org, Sara Alisuag, 774-254-2668, sara. alisuag@nmss.org, bikemsutah.org July 9, 2022 — Cache Gran Fondo, UCI Gran Fondo World Series, USA and Gran Fondo National Series, Logan, UT, Celebrating our 11th year and 3rd year as the only qualifying event in the Western US for both the UCI Gran Fondo World Championship and GFNS (USACycling Gran Fondo National Championship), and a true Gran Fondo where riders of all abilities are invited to participate. Chose from distances of 35, 53, 76 and 104-mile courses on Saturday through a fun, low-traffic, and scenic route in Cache Valley, UT. The finish is a festival for all riders, with race prizes, recreational rider prizes (UCI winners receive a jersey and medal), finisher medals, and unique jerseys at a cost. 20% of UCI racers in 16 different age categories qualify for UCI World Championships and top 5 in each category qualify for National Championships., Troy Oldham, 435-764-2979, oldhamtroy@gmail. com, cachegranfondo.com July 15, 2022 — Antelope by Moonlight Bike Ride, Antelope Island, UT, 28th Annual Ride, 10:00 pm. Open to participants of all ages, Antelope Island Marina to Fielding Garr Ranch and back.

Experience Antelope Island after-hours under the full moon., Antelope by Moonlight , 801451-3237, anteloperide@daviscountyutah.gov, daviscountyutah.gov/moonlight, antelopebymoonlight.com July 16, 2022 — Iron Lung Ride, Huntsville, UT, 40, 80, or 100 mile options out and back starting in Huntsville with a solid climb up Old Snowbasin Road, down Trappers Loop, through Morgan and out to the top of Big Mountain. Challenging climbing, with plenty of rollers and flats to recover. Utah Triple Crank qualifier, along with LOTOJA and Kokopelli Relay., Michelle Lyman, 801-9415526, info@ironlungride.com, ironlungride.com July 29-30, 2022 — Saints to Sinners Bike Relay, Salt Lake City, UT, Fundraiser relay road race from Salt Lake to Las Vegas. Over 500 miles with elevations from 1500 to 10500 feet. Race in teams through the night, fundraiser event for ALS/Lou Gehrig’s Disease., Steven Tew, 801822-4870, Steven@SaintstoSinners.com, Chad Neusmeyer, 801-856-7018, chad@saintstosinners. com, SaintstoSinners.com August 13, 2022 — To the Moon and Back Century Ride, Tabiona, UT, Located in the High Uintas, four ride options: 150 miles, Century, 75, 50, and 25. Ride back roads of Duchesne County, very minimal traffic. Free overnight camping.

Elevations from 6,522 to 8,150. Fully Supported Ride. 100% of proceeds go to Rapha House., Karen Redden, 435-828-0467, roxyredden@ gmail.com, tothemoonandback-events.com August 20, 2022 — Sevier Valley Rooster Ride, Richfield, UT, Sevier County is presenting a 33, 55, or 100 mile bike ride thru scenic Central Utah.

Event will be chipped, with fully stocked rest stops, great swag and lunch. Medal and Tee Shirt and custom DNA socks will be provided.

33 mile option has a 800 ft gain, 1,163 ft gain for the 55 mile option, and 4,061 ft for the 100 mile option. Also a 5 mile family ride, Chad McWilliams, 435-893-0457, 844-469-8724, cmcwilliams@sevier.utah.gov, roosterride.net

August 27, 2022 — Summit Challenge, Park City, UT, Riders of all ages and abilities will hit the pavement for a 100, 80, 50, 25, or 16-mile road ride event in support of the National Ability Center’s mission. All three fully-supported routes of this event follow paved roads in and around the beautiful Park City mountainside. This exciting event promises to serve up a challenge for a wide range of cycling levels and abilities. And don’t forget – all Summit Challenge riders who have a disability can register and ride for free!

The 100 ride goes through the prestigious Wolf Creek Ranch property which is usually closed off to road bikers. Enjoy a ride length of your choice and end up back at the National Ability Center for food, drinks and music., Chelsea Rybak, 435-649-3991, 435-200-0990, events@ discovernac.org, Whitney Thompson, 435-6493991, whitneyt@discovernac.org, summitchallenge100.org, discovernac.org August 27, 2022 — CF Cycle For Life, Henefer, UT, One of Utah’s best supported charity rides. A healthy multi-length challenge, not race, for all level of riders, beautiful ride with five route options - 24, 36, 55, 80, 100 Miles. Supporting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation in its mission to find a cure for CF., Laura Hadley, 801-532-2335, 801-558-8310, lhadley@cff.org, Erin Hurtado, 801532-2335, ehurtado@cff.org, fightcf.cff.org/site/ TR?fr_id=8753&pg=entry August 27, 2022 — Gran Fondo Salt Lake, Tooele, UT, 100 miles, the metric century (62 miles), or 30 miles. Held at the Utah Motorsports Campus, through the west desert South of Grantsville, climbing Johnson pass, and back. Minimal traffic on this picturesque desert ride. 6 feed stations on route. Food at the Utah MotorSports Campus after the event. New in 2022: camping onsite, 5k time trial Friday evening, and triathlon Friday evening. , Dan Aamodt, info@skolevents.com, GranFondoSaltLake.com September 11-17, 2022 — Tour of Southern Utah, St. George, UT, 7-day tour including Zion, Bryce, Capitol Reef and More. 60-100 miles per day.

Opportunities to work part/ride part., Deborah Bowling, 818-889-2453, embassy@planetultra. com, planetultra.com

Regional Road Touring and Gran Fondos ID, WY, MT, NV, AZ, NM, CO, MT, OR, WA, CA and Beyond March 19, 2022 — Solvang Double Century and Double Metric Century, Solvang, CA, 200 miles or 200 kilometers in Southern CA’s most scenic and popular cycling region. A perfect first time double century., Deborah Bowling, 818-889-2453, embassy@planetultra.com, planetultra.com March 19, 2022 — Mesquite Madness, Ride Southern Utah Road Gran Fondos, Mesquite, NV, The first ride of the season. Get your riding legs back and join us for a tough but fun 80, 50+, or 30 mile bike ride. This year we are adding a different game with prizes at every rest stop. Make it to the top of Utah Hill for the big prizes., Joey Dye, 435-674-3185, joey@redrockbicycle.com, Margaret Gibson, 435-229-6251, margaret@ redrockbicycle.com, Ryan Gurr, info@spingeeks. com, ridesouthernutah.com, March 19, 2022 — Pedaling for St. Pats 50K Bike Ride, Colorado Springs, CO, Choose between Challenging Course (31 miles) or Intermediate Course (21 Miles). Ride through world famous Garden of the Gods Park, on towards Blodgett Peak, through the Mount St Francis area, down the Pikes Peak Greenway Trail through Monument Valley Park, and then onto Midland Trail back to Trails End Tap Room for the after party! Start and Finish at Trails End Tap Room, 3103 W Colorado Avenue, Colorado Springs CO 80904, Carol O’Donnell, 719-271-4610, carol@ odonnell2.com, csstpats.com/event/pedalin-stpats-30k-and-50k/ March 20-October 21, 2022 — Moab and The Back of Beyond, Grand Junction , CO, Multiple dates. The Moab and The Back of Beyond Tour is located in Lizard Head Cycling Guides’ backyard. We know and love this area! Ride with Lizard Head Cycling to enjoy local’s knowledge of the best rides, lodges and dining in red rock canyon country.6-Day Tour, 6-nights of lodging! (including two at the spectacular Gateway Canyons Resort), 6-days of meals included (aside from 2 dinners & 2-breakfasts), guide service, shuttle to and from the Moab region, entrance fees, daily lunch en route, energy food, liquid refreshments and mechanical support.

Option to MTB., John Humphries, 970-728-5891, info@lizardheadcyclingguides.com, Lauren Lasky, 508-561-7580, lauren@lizardheadcycling. com, lizardheadcyclingguides.com March 21-26, 2022 — Solvang Spring Tour, Solvang, CA, Early season warm weather training in Sunny Southern California. 50-100 miles per day in Southern California’s most popular cycling region., Deborah Bowling, 818-889-2453, embassy@planetultra.com, planetultra.com March 25-27, 2022 — El Tour de Zona, Sierra Vista, Bisbee, Tombstone, AZ, Enjoy three-days of destination loop bicycle rides on paved roadways

EARLY SPRING 2022 mixed with post-ride festivals featuring live music, great food and a local craft beer/wine gardens.

Veteran’s Memorial Park in Sierra Vista will serve up to three nights as your basecamp with day loop rides to great destinations like the freespirited, picturesque town of Bisbee and the wild west of Tombstone, The Town Too Tough to Die!, El Tour de Tucson , 520-745-2033, info@eltourdetucson.org, eltourdetucson.org/el-tour-de-zona/ April 1-30, 2022 — Yellowstone Cycle Days, TENTATIVE DATES, Yellowstone National Park, MT, Ride free in Yellowstone National Park before the roads open to the public. This is a unique way to enjoy the beauty of the park. Opening day depends on whether the road is plowed.

Check for park service website to see if the roads are open., Toni , 406-646-7701, 307-8993367, westyellowstonecycletour@gmail.com, nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/spring-fall-bicycling. htm, cycleyellowstone.com April 2, 2022 — El Tour de Mesa, Whiteriver, AZ, Ride the most scenic bike ride in the world!

The 30th Holualoa Companies El Tour de Mesa rides the beautiful and rugged backdrop of the Salt River Recreation Area and Tonto National Forest, circumnavigating the East Valley’s iconic majestic landmark, Red Mountain., El Tour de Tucson , 520-745-2033, info@eltourdetucson.org, eltourdetucson.org/el-tour-de-mesa/ April 9, 2022 — Mulholland Challenge & Double Century, King of the Mountains Century Challenge, Agoura Hills, CA, The toughest Southern California Century with over 13,000’ of climbing in the Santa Monica Mountains.

Fully supported / Chip Timed. 100 and 200 mile options, Deborah Bowling, 818-889-2453, embassy@planetultra.com, planetultra.com April 23, 2022 — Tour de Summerlin, Las Vegas, NV, 20th annual 80, 40, 20 mile routes, which circumnavigates Las Vegas., Tour de Summerlin , info@ teamamc.net, tourdesummerlin.com April 23, 2022 — Levi’s GranFondo, Windsor, CA, Whether you’re just getting into riding, or an elite athlete seeking the ultimate challenge, our ride was inspired by, and can be as hard as some of the biggest stages of the Tour de France. , Clemence Heymelot, 707-560-1122, info@bikemonkey.net, levisgranfondo.com April 30, 2022 — , King of the Mountains Century Challenge, Pine Valley, CA, Starting in Pine Valley (East San Diego County), the route is three loops, each climbing Mt. Laguna from a different side, with increasing difficulty and more “interesting” terrain. All loops return down Sunrise Highway, a non-technical descent with smooth pavement and a descent shoulder., Deborah Bowling, 818-889-2453, embassy@planetultra. com, planetultra.com April 30, 2022 — Hobble Creek Classic, Springville, Utah, The Hobble Creek Classic is a road cycling ride held in Utah County. The ride is winds its way from Springville through Palmyra, West Mountain, and Benjamin before finishing back in Springville at the Wavetronix headquarters. 22 and 55 mile routes will follow “Rules of the Road”, will be professionally timed, and is available for riders of all abilities., Marci Mahana, marci.mahana@ wavetronix.com, brooksee.raceentry.com/hobble-creek-classic/race-information May 7, 2022 — Wine Country Century, Santa Rosa, CA, Sonoma County Wine Country will be discovered in three distances of 35 miles, 100k, and 100 miles with extravagantly stocked rest stops and welcoming volunteers. 48th Annual, Steve Saxe, ridedirector@srcc.com, srcc.com May 11-October 21, 2022 — Redrock Canyons Utah Bike Tours, Grand Junction, CO, Multiple dates. The Redrock Canyons is Lizard Head Cycling’s original tour and became our most popular itinerary after it was featured in the New York Times in 2010. It is a supported lodgeto-lodge road cycling tour that follows a seldom seen route through the Redrock Canyon Country of western Colorado and eastern Utah.

It is a superb tour for intermediate/+ riders offering unmatched scenery and fantastic lodging., John Humphries, 970-728-5891, info@lizardheadcyclingguides.com, Lauren Lasky, 508-561-7580, lauren@lizardheadcycling.com, lizardheadcyclingguides.com May 15, 2022 — Strawberry Fields Forever, Watsonville, CA, 30,60, and 100 mile touring loops of beautiful Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties, CA. Sponsored by Cyclists for Cultural Exchange, and includes rest stops, support, full dinner (including strawberries and fresh cream!) at the finish., Robert Leibold, 209-604-1354, velopro1@gmail.com, strawberryfields.org May 21, 2022 — Cycle for Independence, Boise, ID, Fundraiser for the Treasure Valley Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind, 10, 25, and metric century (62.5 miles), individual and team rides, routes begin in northwest Boise, supported ride. After ride burgers with all the fixings combined with socializing, music, festivities and prizes, Ramona Walhof, 208-3365333, cycleforindependence@gmail.com, Allan Schneider, 208-870-4831, aaschneider@hotmail. com, cycleforindependence.org May 22, 2022 — Santa Fe Century and Gran Fondo, Santa Fe, NM, 36th Annual. Beautiful scenery, outstanding food stops and very reasonable registration fees. Century, Half-Century, and 25 mile tours are offered as well as two timed events: Gran Fondo (100 mile timed ride), Medio Fondo (50 mile timed ride). Enjoy massages, great food and local craft beers following the rides., Michael McCalla, 505-600-1840, ride@ santafecentury.com, santafecentury.com May 28, 2022 — Heartbreak Century and Double Century, King of the Mountains Century Challenge, Frazier Park, CA, 100 or 200 mile ride on the roads less traveled in the Los Padres National Forest, Deborah Bowling, 818-889-2453, embassy@planetultra.com, planetultra.com June 4, 2022 — Just for the Hill of It, White Bird, ID, Benefit for Syringa Hospital & Clinics Hospice, face the challenging switchbacks of the Old White Bird Grade. Experience 13 miles with a gentle climb starting at Hammer Creek at 1600’ and continuing to the summit at 3800’.

Breathtaking views. All ages are welcome to come & join in the fun, Cindy Higgins, 208-9838550, chiggins@syringahospital.org, syringahospital.org/hill-of-it-challenge.html

EARLY SPRING 2022 CYCLINGWEST.COM 23 June 4, 2022 — Eastern Sierra Double Century, California Triple Crown and Planet Ultra Grand Slam Endurance Series, Bishop, CA, 200 mile ride including Mammoth and June Lakes, Deborah Bowling, 818-889-2453, embassy@planetultra. com, planetultra.com June 5, 2022 — America’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride - Lake Tahoe, Stateline, NV, 100, 72 mile options around Lake Tahoe. In conjunction with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Team in Training program. Fully supported with rest stops, Tech support and SAG., Curtis Fong, 800-565-2704, 775-771-3246, tgft@bikethewest.com, bikethewest.com, bikeandskitahoe.com June 5, 2022 — Elephant Rock, Outside Events Cycling Series, Castle Rock, CO, This year we have three road courses (44, 60 and 100 miles), one gravel/road route (32 miles) and one great family ride (8 miles). , Tracy Powers, eventsupport@outsideinc.com, events.outsideonline. com June 11, 2022 — Fremont Area Road Tour (FART), Lander, WY, The Lander Cycling Club is hosting the 13th Annual Fremont Area Road Tour .Join us for another year of fun and friends on the road!

This event showcases the Lander cycling experience and offers a unique adventure for the whole family. Registration for the FART includes a 50% discount for the Lander Brew Fest!, Gwen Robson, 307-330-3002, fremontarearoadtour@ gmail.com, Tony Ferlisi, landercycling@gmail. com, Amanda Dyer, 307-332-3394, landercenter@cwc.edu, landercycling.org June 11-17, 2022 — Ride the Rockies, Glenwood Springs, CO, Ride the loop to explore Colorado’s Rocky Mountains by bicycle. The 2022 tour will be a brand new route showcasing the state’s unmatched scenery and breathtaking mountain views., Ride The Rockies , 719-246-9761, info@ridetherockies.com, ridetherockies.com June 11, 2022 — Tour of Two Forests , Santa Clarita, CA, 200 mile ride, Deborah Bowling, 818-8892453, embassy@planetultra.com, planetultra. com June 18, 2022 — Spinderella, Pocatello, ID, 10th Annual, ladies-only ride featuring five scenic routes, from 10 to 100 miles. Roll-out begins at 6:00 am at Ross Park in Pocatello, ID. , DaNae Young, 208-221-9300, spinderella33@gmail.com, spinderellaride.com June 18, 2022 — CHAFE 150 Gran Fondo, Sandpoint, ID, The 150 mile route is a grand loop around the Cabinet Mountains through gorgeous lake and river valleys, encompassing one upriver leg, two downriver legs and one huge lake! In addition, CHAFE offers magnificent 100, 80, 40, and 25 mile routes for riders of any level, Jane Huang, chafe150@outlook.com, chafe150.org June 25, 2022 — RATPOD (Ride Around the Pioneers in One Day), Dillon, MT, Now a virtual ride: RATPOD is now RATPOD Unlimited - Your RATPOD, Your way. You can ride any distance you choose, from anywhere you are located all in support of Camp Mak-A-Dream. An oncology camp dedicated to ensuring those affected by cancer can live with and beyond their diagnosis. With just a small donation you can be part of this now national event all to honor those affected by cancer. RATPOD is usually a 130-mile one-day charity ride for Camp Make-A-Dream (a cost free cancer camp). The ride takes place in the beautiful Big Hole Valley of SW Montana., Courtney Imhoff, 406-549-5987, info@ratpod.org, ratpod.org, campdream.org June 25, 2022 — Cheyenne Superday Tour de Prairie, Cheyenne, WY, This long-distance course heads south past the Capitol before heading west under I-25 and up Happy Jack Road to Vedauwoo. Get ready for some fresh air and swift elevation changes! The Tour de Prairie features 25-, 50-, 75- and 100-mile rest stations/ turn around points. Breakfast and lunch are included for registered Tour de Prairie riders., Lori DeVilbiss, 307-773-1044, ldevilbiss@cheyennecity.org, CheyenneEvents.org, CheyenneRec.org June 25, 2022 — Alta Alpina Challenge, Markleeville, CA, Experience the breathtaking scenic beauty of classic Sierra roadways. Metric and Century options and more or pick one or more of the famous Alta Alpina passes for a personalized ride (30 miles and up). Fundraiser for the Alta Alpina Cycling Club, Gregg Westerbeck, 877845-2453, social@altaalpina.org, Michael Bayer, challenge@altaalpina.org, altaalpina.org/challenge July 16-22, 2022 — Tour de Wyoming, Rock Springs, WY, Bike tour through Wyoming with daily distances from 55 to 70 miles, Amber Travky, 307742-5840 , atravsky@wyoming.com, cyclewyoming.org, tourdewyoming.org July 16, 2022 — Tour de Steamboat, Steamboat Springs, CO, Annual bicycle event that brings together 1,200 cyclists for a one-day ride through beautiful Northwest Colorado, taking in Rabbit Ears Pass, Gore Pass, Yellow Jacket Pass, Stagecoach, Yampa and Oak Creek. Four different road ride routes: 26, 46, 66, 116 miles, and a 100 mile gravel route., Katie Lindquist, 970-846-9206, info@tourdesteamboat.com, tourdesteamboat.com July 16, 2022 — Death Ride - Tour of the California Alps, Markleeville, CA, Challenge yourself to the premier cycling event in California. With 103 miles, over 14,000’ of climbing, and up to six (6) HC climbs through the stunning Sierra Nevada mountains, this ride is sure to challenge and inspire you!, Becky DeForest, 530-694-2475, info@ alpinecounty.com, deathride.com July 23, 2022 — Fondo on the Palouse, Moscow, ID, Starting at 0700 in Moscow, pick from 3 courses (15, 50, 100 miles) that build on themselves to provide a touring experience of the Palouse as its communities celebrate along the way., T-Jay Clevenger, 208-882-0703, fondopalouse@gmail. com, fondopalouse.org August 6, 2022 — Tour de Big Bear, Big Bear Lake, CA, 10th Anniversary Edition, Southern California’s favorite ride! Features legendary aid stations, beautiful mountain scenery and spectacular summer weather. With 25, 50, 70, 106 and 109 mile courses, there’s a route for every cycling enthusiast!, Chris Barnes, 951-9706720, 909-878-0707, bigbearcycling@gmail.com, bigbearcycling.com/tour-de-big-bear-cyclingwest/, bigbearcycling.com August 6, 2022 — Copper Triangle Alpine Cycling Classic, Outside Events Cycling Series, Copper Mountain, CO, The 79-mile loop crests three Colorado mountain passes – Fremont Pass (Elev.

11,318’), Tennessee Pass (Elev. 10,424’) and Vail Pass (Elev. 10,662’) – for a total elevation gain of 6,500 feet., Tracy Powers, eventsupport@outsideinc.com, events.outsideonline.com August 13, 2022 — Stonewall Century Bicycle Ride, La Veta, CO, 19th Annual. This out-andback ride offers cyclists stunning beauty and small-town vibe. Colorado’s scenic Highway of Legends (State Hwy 12) between La Veta and Segundo is the backdrop for 25-, 50- and 102mile routes, featuring up to 8000-feet of climbing., Kent Hay, info@spcycling.org, spcycling.org August 13, 2022 — Four Peaks Gran Fondo, Pocatello, ID, One Day: 82 miles, Four Peaks: 7800ft total elevation gain. Climb the 4 peaks of the Portneuf Valley; Crystal, Scout Mountain, Pebble Creek, Buckskin. The hill climb portions are timed with timing chips. Downhill portions are not timed. Cumulative climb times will be combined to determine rank. Ride 1-4 peaks as you wish, Danielle Bagley, 208-339-2043, 208-2328996, barriesevents@gmail.com, David George, 208-317-2225, dgeorge@victoryofidaho.com, 4PGF.com

August 20, 2022 — The Triple Bypass, Evergreen, CO, The legendary Triple Bypass is 110 miles with 10,000’ of climbing and travels over 3 beautiful mountain passes from Evergreen to Vail, CO. 64 and 110 mile options, Sunday Gran Fondo and the infamous Double Triple Bypass, 240 miles!, Jennifer Barbour, 303-503-4616, jen@teamevergreen.org, Kim Nordquist, 303-249-6168, kimnordquist@msn.com, triplebypass.org August 21-27, 2022 — Yellowstone National Park Bike Tour, Belgrade, MT, Multiple dates.

Experience the world’s first national park! 7-Day tour includes 6 nights lodging/meals, guide service, entrance fees, daily lunch en route, and more!, John Humphries, 970-728-5891, info@lizardheadcyclingguides.com, lizardheadcyclingguides.com August 27, 2022 — Venus de Miles, Lyons, CO, Venus de Miles is for all skill levels and features courses to accommodate any active woman – whether this is your first athletic event or your hundredth. Rolling 32-mile course, a 64-mile metric century, and a 100-mile century course. All courses go through beautiful Boulder County. Fundraiser for Greenhouse Scholars., Greenhouse Scholars , 303-459-5473, venus@ greenhousescholars.org, venusdemiles.com August 28, 2022 — Golden Gran Fondo, Gran Fondo National Series, Golden , CO, Starting in historic Golden, CO, this event features long Rocky Mountain climbs and descents, elevations between 5,600 - 11,000 feet above sea level, and a great downtown park atmosphere for the finish line party., Reuben Cline, 765-2472453, info@granfondochampionship.com, granfondonationalseries.com/gran-fondo-golden/ September 10, 2022 — Race the Rails, Ely, NV, Race the train in Ely! Fun for the whole family!

Race a coal fired steam engine that is over 100 years old. The event will accommodate both road and mountain bike riders of all ages., Kyle Horvath, 775-289-3720, kyle.horvath@elynevada. net, elynevada.net September 10, 2022 — American Diabetes Association’s Tour de Cure Colorado, Parker, CO, VIRTUAL, Tour de Cure is an incredible experience for cyclists, runners, walkers, and extreme ninjas! All routes end back at the Salisbury Park Festival where community members are invited to join in the fun. If you have diabetes you are the VIP of the day. Route options of 12, 30, 63, 100 mile routes, plus a 5k run walk, Lindsay, Mark, Megan, Sasha , 720-855-1102 x7010, LPhelan@diabetes.org, MTaylor@diabetes.org, MTaub@diabetes.org, SReeves@diabetes.org, bburcham@diabetes.org, diabetes.org/ coloradotourdecure September 10, 2022 — Tour of the Moon, Outside Events Cycling Series, Grand Junction, CO, Made famous in the 1980’s Coors Classic and later in the cycling movie American Flyers. Its legacy continues as one of the premier road cycling events in the western United States., Tracy Powers, eventsupport@outsideinc.com, events.outsideonline.com September 10-18, 2022 — California Coast Classic , San Francisco, CA, The Arthritis Foundation’s California Coast Classic Bike Tour, presented by Amgen, covers 525 miles from San Francisco to Los Angeles over eight days along Highway 1., Shannon Marang Cox, 909-489-2217, smarangcox@arthritis.org, , www.arthritis.org/californiacoastclassic September 10-17, 2022 — Ride the Rim, Crater Lake, OR, Ride the Rim Crater Lake offers a vehicle-free way to experience Crater Lake National Park with 25 miles and 3,500 feet of climbing. Events will be held on the 10th and the 17th of September at Crater Lake National Park.

All federal guidelines in place for the COVID-19 pandemic will be in place to ensure the utmost safety throughout the events., Discover Klamath , 800-445-6728, visit@discoverklamath.com, ridetherimoregon.com September 11, 2022 — Tour de Tahoe - Bike Big Blue, Lake Tahoe, NV, Around Lake Tahoe’s 72 mile Shoreline. Fully supported with rest stops, tech support and SAG. 72 miles, 4300 ft vertical gain. Limited to 2000 participants, Curtis Fong, 800-565-2704, 775-771-3246, tgft@bikethewest. com, bikethewest.com

Multisport Races March 19, 2022 — Icebreaker Sprint Triathlon, Tri Utah, American Fork, UT, As the official beginning of the TRI season, the race starts with a 300 meter pool swim at the AF Rec Center and is followed by a 12 mile bike through beautiful American Fork, and finishes with a 5K run. Race shirts and finisher medals. The IceBreaker Kids’ Triathlon is a 100 meter pool swim, 5K bike and 1 mile run. They will also get race shirts and finisher medals., triutah.com April 2, 2022 — Legacy Duathlon, North Salt Lake, UT, Run Bike Run on the Legacy Parkway trial system. Great flat course that starts in North Salt Lake Utah and a great way to kick off the 2021 Triathlon Season., Joe Coles, 801-335-4940, joe@ onhillevents.com, legacyduathlon.com, onhillevents.com April 9, 2022 — St. George Triathlon, St. George, UT, Beginner, Sprint, and Tuff Kids races, starting between 9 am and 2 pm. Indoor swim, outdoor route for run and bike legs. Cap of 300 each category., Aaron Metler, 435-627-4054, aaron. metler@sgcity.org, sgcity.org/sportsandrecreation/races April 23, 2022 — Leadman Ski Bike Run, Kellogg, ID, Competitors run about 200 ft to click into their gear for an approximate 1 mile ski/board to the mountain bike transition point. After the 7 to 11 mile bike ride the racers take off for a 4 to 5 mile run to the finish line at Gondola Village at Silver Mountain Resort., Kellogg Rotary Club, 208-783-1524, , Sliver Mountain , gusc@silvermt. com, silvermt.com/upcoming-events/details/ leadman_ April 30, 2022 — RAGE Triathlon, BBSC Double Down Series, Boulder City, NV, Featuring an Olympic, Sprint, Relay, DU, Aquabike, 10k and 5k.

Located less than ten miles to famous vacation destinations, including the Las Vegas Strip and Hoover Dam. This race sells out at 1,300 athletes and is a favorite in the southwest, as it attracts athletes from all over the globe!, Craig Towler, 318-518-7303, info@bbsctri.com, Michelle Lund, michelle@bbsctri.com, bbsctri.com/rage May 7, 2022 — Ironman St. George World Championship, St. George, UT, 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike, 26.2 mile run. Start: Sand Hollow reservoir. Bike through Snow Canyon State Park, Finish Downtown St. George, Ironman , 303444-4316, stgeorge70.3@ironman.com, Kevin Lewis, 435-986-6615, Kevin@visitstgeorge.com, ironmanstgeorge.com May 14, 2022 — South Davis Splash N Sprint Triathlon, South Davis Racing Series, Bountiful, UT, Sprint starts at 7:45, Swim 350 yds; Bike 12.02 mi; Run 5k, relay: Split the Sprint between 2-3 racers, Novice: Swim 150 yds; Bike 2.4 mi; Run 1.5 mi, Be at the start before 8:45amLocation: South Davis Recreation Center; 550 N 200 W, John Miller, 801-298-6220, john@southdavisrecreation. com, Cindy Hunt, 801-298-6220, cindy@southdavisrecreation.com, southdavisrecreation.com, southdavisraces.com May 21, 2022 — Sand Hollow Triathlon, BBSC Tri Series, Hurricane, UT, The first race of the Twin Tri series at Sand Hollow State Park, with Sprint, Olympic, Du, Aquabike, 10k, and 5k distances.

Bike along scenic sand dunes, and run around a gorgeous, reflective lake., Craig Towler, 318518-7303, info@bbsctri.com, Michelle Lund, michelle@bbsctri.com, bbsctri.com/sandhollow

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the Northeast entrance to Mammoth and from Mammoth to about 10 miles north of Norris junction. The roads were actually not bad given the speed limits in the park and courteous drivers.

The weather was great. We had 70-80 degree days in the flat plains (50 for the lows), with 60 plus temperatures in the high country and 30 for the lows. We had strong head and side winds on the day to Cooke City and the day we returned to our car. Winds in NW Wyoming come from the west/northwest.

Fortunately, the shortening of our trip by one day turned out to be a good move. Call it good planning; Lou Melini approaching Sylvan pass. Photo by Julie Melini divine guidance or just plain lucky Silver Gate, typical of lodges out- into Cody (our high) contrasted with because the temperatures dropped, side of Yellowstone National Park. our low of 8.1 mph going to Cooke and Yellowstone had a snowstorm Full grocery stores are available City.

Cody has a bicycle shop and in Cody, Greybull, Worland, and day after we left.

Bring cash as 2 of the camp- Thermopolis. Meeteetse has lim- an outfitter for camp supplies such grounds had “cash price” and a ited groceries at the gas station, as fuel. Worland also has a bicycle credit card price. We saved a few Mammoth has limited supplies but shop. bucks with the cash price. The there is a café, and in Cooke City Trip Milestones: campground in Cody (Ponderosa) we were able to obtain food for a This trip has put me within 150 did not take credit cards and did decent dinner and lunch supplies not have a “cash” discount. Finding from a hotel grocery shelf. Canyon miles (est.) of 25,000 lifetime toura campsite at this time of the year Village also has a store, but we had ing miles, ≈60% with Julie. We have now entered or exited every was easy outside of Yellowstone enough supplies at that time.

Our 13-day tour was 575 miles, entrance station in Yellowstone NP. Yellowstone campgrounds were “full”, but the hiker/biker sites were averaging slightly less than 45 miles National Park. and 4 hours of riding each day, empty for our stays.

We spent about $150 on lodg- including the last day when we rode Lou Melini is a lifelong biing at 9 campgrounds, 2 nights 23 miles to our car. Otherwise, our cycle commuter, tourer, and the were spent with WarmShowers.org days ranged from 33 to 60 miles. On former Commuter Column edihosts and $210 for the cabin in day 3 we did nearly 14 mph going tor for Cycling West.

May 21, 2022 — Woman of Steel Triathlon & 5K, TriUtah, American Fork, UT, Don’t miss this oneof-a-kind sprint pool triathlon at the American Fork Recreation Center in American Fork, Utah. We’ll be celebrating the strong women we love with a great race venue, post event food, boutique vendors, raffle prizes and great camaraderie! All women receive a safe and slick event, sweet event shirts and rad finisher medals!, Dan Aamodt, 702-401-6044, race@ triutah.com, triutah.com May 28, 2022 — Daybreak Triathlon, Salt Lake Triathlon Series, South Jordan, UT, The only open water Olympic distance race in the greater Salt Lake Valley. Get ready for the best spectator swim around with a point to point swim, a killer bike course near the Oquirrh Mountains and a run around the lake that is unparalleled., Perry Hacker, 801-613-2116, contact@ustrisports.com, ustrisports.com June 4, 2022 — Colorado Triathlon, Boulder, CO, Sprint and Olympic distances, at Boulder Reservoir, Lance Panigutti, 303-408-1195, lance@ withoutlimits.com, withoutlimits.co June 11, 2022 — Jordanelle Triathlon, TriUtah Points Series, Park City, UT, 21st annual, Enjoy everything from the wildlife and boardwalks on the river bottoms in Rock Cliff Recreation Area at Jordanelle to the local country backdrop of the towns of Francis and Woodland., Dan Aamodt, 702-401-6044, race@triutah.com, triutah.com June 18, 2022 — XTERRA Lory, XTERRA America Tour, Bellvue, CO, 1/2 mile swim in the clear waters of Horsetooth Reservoir (Eltuk Bay), then a 2-Lap (beginner friendly) 12.2 mile single-track bike over rolling terrain, and across valley bridges at Lory State Park. Finish things off with a fun and challenging 4.8 mile (8k) run through the clouds on single-track trails! , Lance Panigutti, 303408-1195, lance@withoutlimits.com, withoutlimits. co/#!__xterra-lory June 18, 2022 — Mt. Pleasant City Triathlon, Mt. Pleasant, UT, Sprint Triathlon (3.1 mile run/12.1 mile bike/300 yard swim), Mt Pleasant Aquatic Center , Brittany Adams, 435-462-1333, pool@ mtpleasantcity.com, mtpleasantcity.com June 18, 2022 — Valkyrie Multisport Relay, Park City, UT, Spans nearly 100 miles of Utah’s spectacular Wasatch Back mountain range. The event pits teams of up to 9 specialized competitors against each other, racing against the clock, and exchanging between trail running, kayak/canoe paddling, marathon, mountain biking, stand-up paddle boarding, open water swimming, and road cycling. Race day consists of four events: Full, Sprint, Marathon, and Half—everything culminating with an all-day Expo (Endurance Sports Summit) at the finish line., Shawn Snow, info@valkyrierelay.com, valkyrierelay.com June 25, 2022 — Lake Tahoe Off-Road Triathlon, Tahoe City, CA, The swim occurs in one of the clearest, cleanest, and deepest lakes in North America, Lake Tahoe. Tahoe City is also home to some of the area’s most treasured mountain biking trails. The bike course features single track and double track, fields of wildflowers, and breathtaking Sierra views. The races start and finish is at Commons Beach on the shore of Lake Tahoe., Todd Jackson, 530-546-1019, todd@ bigblueadventure.com, Kiley McInroy, kiley@ bigblueadventure.com, bigblueadventure.com, adventuresportsweektahoe.com/compete/ tahoe-off-road-triathlon/ June 26, 2022 — Boulder Sunrise Triathlon, Boulder, CO, Join us in celebrating the start of summer in the triathlon capital of the country, Boulder, CO. An athlete favorite with its breath-taking sunrise swim, fast bike and smooth run course, all with the flatirons painted in the background. Includes olympic, sprint, Relay, duathlon, Aquabike, 10k, and 5k. , Craig Towler, 318-518-7303, info@bbsctri.com, Michelle Lund, michelle@bbsctri.com, www.bbsctri.com/bouldersunrise July 9, 2022 — Cache Valley Super Sprint Triathlon, Logan, UT, Held at the Logan Aquatic Center.

This race is a great pool triathlon with a 500

meter serpentine swim, 12.4 Mile bike on the Mendon Road which is a flat straight paved road out along farm lands, 3.1 Mile Run on the Logan River Trail under a canopy of trees. For those racers who want to do it Olympic style they will do it twice in an F1 format., Joe Coles, 801-335-4940, joe@onhillevents.com, cvsst.com, onhillevents.com July 9, 2022 — Logan Tri, Logan, UT, Cache Valley Super Sprint Tritathlon, Joe Coles, 801-335-4940, joe@onhillevents.com, onhillevents.com July 10, 2022 — Boulder Peak Triathlon, Boulder, CO, Sprint and Olympic distances, at Boulder Reservoir, Triathlon, Duathlon, Aquabike, Lance Panigutti, 303-408-1195, lance@withoutlimits. com, withoutlimits.co July 16, 2022 — Echo Triathlon, TriUtah Points Series, Coalville, UT, 19th Annual. Warm July temperatures, a scenic ride in Utah’s unique Echo Canyon, and a run on the Historic Rail Trail makes for the perfect event for both seasoned athletes and beginners. 600 rider cap., Dan Aamodt, 702-401-6044, race@triutah.com, triutah.com July 16-17, 2022 — XTERRA Beaver Creek, XTERRA America Tour, Avon, CO, The last of four regionals in the XTERRA America Tour, featuring sprint and championship distance off-road triathlon options., Raena Cassidy, 877-751-8880, info@ xterraplanet.com, xterrabeavercreek.com July 23, 2022 — Tri Boulder, BBSC Twin Tri Series, Boulder, CO, One of the fastest growing triathlons in Colorado. Challenge yourself at mile high elevation, Sprint, Olympic, and Half distances. , Craig Towler, 318-518-7303, info@bbsctri.com, Michelle Lund, michelle@bbsctri.com, bbsctri. com/triboulder July 23-24, 2022 — Donner Lake Triathlon, Truckee, CA, One of the best! The Donner Lake Triathlon is a favorite California Triathlon of many triathletes. The venue, setting, and course offer a truly beautiful and challenging experience. Join us in July in Truckee, California! Half Triathlon 70.3, Olympic Triathlon, Sprint Triathlon, Kids Triathlon, Aquabike, Aquathlon |Duathlon, Todd Jackson, 530-546-1019, todd@bigblueadventure.com, Kiley McInroy, kiley@bigblueadventure.com, bigblueadventure.com, donnerlaketri.com July 24, 2022 — Steamboat Lake Triathlon, Steamboat Lake, CO, Sprint Distance Triathlon, Aquabike, & Stand-Up Paddle-Board Options at Steamboat Lake, Lance Panigutti, 303-408-1195, lance@withoutlimits.com, withoutlimits.co July 30, 2022 — Burley Idaho Lions Spudman Triathlon, Burley, ID, The race starts at 7 am with the world’s fastest 1.5K swim (current-aided) then a 40K Bike and 10K run., Cade Richman, info@spudman.org, spudman.org August 6, 2022 — TriathaMom, Riverton, UT, Women only triathlon at the Riverton Country Pool. 300 yard swim, 12 mile bike ride, and 5k run. Carnival style cheering section provided for families of participants., Perry Hacker, 801-613-2116, contact@ustrisports.com, gotriathamom.com August 13, 2022 — Wild Ride Mountain Triathlon (USAT American Tour Points), Wild Rockies Series, McCall, ID, Ponderosa State Park at Payette Lake, 3/4-mile swim, a 18.5-mile mountain bike and a 6.2-mile trail run, mass start at 9 am in the Park. This year Wild Ride will contain a kids’ Off-Road Triathlon and an inaugral duathlon category. The finish line festivities begin at noon, along with racer feed and music. , Yadi Spangenberg, yadi@wildrockiesracing.com, wildrockiesracing.com, webscorer.com August 20, 2022 — East Canyon Triathlon, TriUtah Points Series, Morgan City, UT, 9th Annual. This race boasts stunning scenery, a fast, technical bike course, and hometown hospitality like no other; with both Sprint and Olympic distance races to choose from. 2-transition point-topoint race, Begins at the beautiful East Canyon Reservoir. The Sprint bike is downhill and fast (please stay safe and in control at all times.)

The Olympic bike course has two short but challenging hills followed by a fast descent into Morgan City. Both distances offer a cool, scenic

run along the Weber River and local neighborhoods., Dan Aamodt, 702-401-6044, race@ triutah.com, triutah.com August 21, 2022 — XTERRA Lake Tahoe, XTERRA America, Incline Village, NV, XTERRA, Sprint, and Duathlon. Course Distance: Full Course: 2X 750 meter swim laps with a 50 meter beach run, 22 mile bike, 6 mile run. Bike Tunnel Creek, and then onto the Flume Trail, which overlooks Lake Tahoe to the Tahoe Rim Trail. Both the Short and Long course complete the 22 mile bike, approximately 4000 feet of climbing. The trail running course is relatively flat, fast and scenic., Todd Jackson, 530-546-1019, todd@bigblueadventure. com, Kiley McInroy, kiley@bigblueadventure. com, bigblueadventure.com/event/xterra-laketahoe/, xterraplanet.com August 21, 2022 — Outdoor Divas Triathlon, Longmont, CO, Union Reservoir, Sprint, women only triathlon, Lance Panigutti, 303-408-1195, lance@withoutlimits.com, withoutlimits.co August 27, 2022 — Boulder Sunset Triathlon, Boulder, CO, Summer may be coming to an end, but our tri season is still heating up! Join us at the Boulder Reservoir for the 13th Annual Boulder Sunset Triathlon, a local favorite. Includes olympic, sprint, duathlon, Aquabike, 10k, and 5k. , Craig Towler, 318-518-7303, info@bbsctri.com, Michelle Lund, michelle@bbsctri.com, bbsctri. com/bouldersunset August 27-28, 2022 — Lake Tahoe Triathlon, Tahoma, CA, The Lake Tahoe Triathlon is a favorite California Triathlon of many triathletes.

The venue, setting and course offer a truly beautiful and challenging experience. Join us annually the fourth weekend in August in beautiful Lake Tahoe, California for a great race and a time of your life! Half Triathlon, 70.3, Olympic Triathlon, Sprint Triathlon, Duathlon, Aquabike, Todd Jackson, 530-546-1019, todd@bigblueadventure.com, Kiley McInroy, kiley@bigblueadventure.com, bigblueadventure.com September 5, 2022 — South Davis Labor Day Triathlon, South Davis Racing Series, Bountiful, UT, Now a virtual race! Start at 8:00 am, Swim 350 yds; Bike 12.02 mi; Run 5k, relay: Split the Sprint between 2-3 racers,Novice: Swim 150 yds; Bike 2.5 mi; Run 1.5 miNovices start at: 8:45amLocation: South Davis Recreation Center; 550 N 200 W, John Miller, 801-298-6220, john@southdavisrecreation.com, Cindy Hunt, 801-298-6220, cindy@ southdavisrecreation.com, southdavisrecreation.com, southdavisraces.com September 10, 2022 — Brineman Triathlon, TriUtah Points Series, Syracuse, UT, 5th annual. This event not only boasts a spectator friendly swim, a bike course you’ve only dreamt of and a fast/ flat run, but this year it’s also the home of the first ever Olympic Course Utah State Triathlon Championship. Sprint, Olympic, and Long Courses, Dan Aamodt, 702-401-6044, race@ triutah.com, triutah.com

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