Rider Guide - Triple Bypass - 2023

JULY 22, 2023 RIDER GUIDE

TRIPLE BYPASS

118 MILES, 10,800'

MANDATORY INFORMATION

PACKET PICK UP

START DETAILS

GETTING TO THE START: RIDER DROP-OFF

SHUTTLE SERVICE

GETTING TO THE START: PARKING

START TIMES

FREE RIDER BAG TRANSPORTATION AID

MANDATORY INFORMATION

The Triple Bypass is a “rules of the road” ride. Traffic laws will be enforced by local and state authorities. Riders MUST OBEY ALL TRAFFIC LAWS and official personnel, including Triple Bypass Marshal Volunteers. Please note that not all police along the route are part of the event. When approaching traffic signals, do not assume you may proceed unless you are given permission by the authority.

Traffic closures are only for a limited time in specific areas. Please ride no more than two abreast, and only if conditions allow. When riding two abreast it is illegal to impede “the normal and reasonable flow of traffic.” Please ride right and never cross the yellow centerline. Ignoring these guidelines could result in the loss of your right to ride the Triple Bypass.

BIKE PATH/TRAIL RULE

Ride single file

25 mph speed limit

Yield to other trail users

Announce your presence when overtaking another trail user

Obey all posted traffic informat

Be courteous

PACKET PICKUP

AmericanMountaineeringCenter

71010thSt,Golden,CO80401

Thursday,July20:11am-7pm

Friday,July21:9am-7pm

Race Day packet pickup is also available at the start line, but is NOT RECOMMENDED.

Your jersey will not be available at the start line.

START DETAILS

SATURDAY, JULY 22: MUST START BY 8AM (TRIPLE BYPASS)

SATURDAY, JULY 22: 8:00AM-9:00AM (DOUBLE BYPASS)

REQUIRED TO RIDE

NO earbuds

NUMBER PLATES

Please use the ties provided to affix the plate to the FRONT of your bike. The Colorado State Patrol and several volunteers will be checking all cyclists at the start to ensure they have a rider number.

WRISTBANDS

Your wristband is your ticket to the nutrition at the Aid Stations and the post-event meal in Avon. And most importantly, it will get you a free beer. Please wear the wristband and be prepared to show it to authorities or Triple Bypass volunteers upon request.

GETTING TO THE START: RIDER DROP-OFF

HAVE SOMEONE DROP YOU OFF!

It's much easier than parking. Please do not attempt to park near the start at Buchanan Park, as you will not be allowed in the area.

SHUTTLES

If you do not have the ability to carpool, get a shuttle back to the start after the ride. Summit Cycle Solutions will take you and your bike back to Evergreen or Easterseals camp after the event on July 22 or the morning of July 23.

Shuttles must be booked in advance!

GETTING TO THE START: PARKING

ALLOWED ONLY IN DESIGNATED AREAS!

TRIPLEPARKINGANDRIDERDROP-OFF

No parking or rider drop-off at Buchanan Park (the start), please do not drive to the start line. Refer to the links below for designated Triple Bypass parking.

There are several lots in Evergreen to park, all of which allow overnight parking on Saturday night only. Evergreen Rodeo has plentiful parking 3 miles from the start and is the best place for a guaranteed space. Trailers and oversized vehicles must park at the Rodeo Grounds. Shuttles will be running starting at 5 am from the Rodeo grounds to the start.

For those that want to drop a vehicle off in Avon on Friday, overnight parking is allowed in the Bear Lot ONLY. More info here

There is FREE overnight camping at Evergreen Rodeo beginning at 3:00pm on Friday 7/21. Please, no generators out of respect to those in tents or vehicles nearby. No reservation needed. There will be potable water and Porto potties available. No fires, pack out your trash, and keep the drinking to a minimum...you have a big ride the next morning.

DOUBLE BYPASS

Parking, Rider Drop off AND the start line for the Double Bypass are all at Rocky Mountain Village.

START TIMES

EVENT IMPORTANT START TIME

Triple Bypass Flexible - start no later than 8am

The course will close at 8 AM. Riders WILL NOT be allowed to begin past that time. If you miss the start, it is your responsibility to find a way to Idaho Springs and join your fellow riders. You WILL NOT be shuttled if you miss the start, nor will you be allowed on the closed course.

Double Bypass 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Starting the Double earlier than 8 AM will have you on course before aid stations are open.

LIGHTS

If you intend to start before daylight, (Sunrise is at 5:52 am) Colorado State law requires you to have a working headlight and taillight on your bicycle. Colorado State Patrol will be on course 4:00 am and require any rider without proper illumination to stop and stay in place until daylight. Be aware, Aid station #1 will not open until 6:30 am.

SUPPORT NUMBER 303.929.8972

To ensure your safety, if you choose to leave the ride before the finish in Avon, please text the dispatch number and let us know you have abandoned your ride.

RIDER BAGS

TRIPLE BYPASS

Rider bag drop-off is at Buchanan Park in Evergreen from 5:30am to 7:30am. Look for the large truck and signs near the port-a-potties.

DOUBLE BYPASS

Riders have a drop location at the start at the Easterseals Camp under the AFrame structure. 7:15-9:00am

RULES AND HOW TO

Please use the provided rider bag you received with your race packet or a small, soft-sided bag.

Write your rider number on the outside of the bag and contact information on the inside.

Team Evergreen is not responsible for valuables put into rider bags.

If you are looking for larger luggage transport, please contact Summit Cycle Solutions

The Triple Bypass offers FREE rider bag transport from the start to the finish at Avon.

AID STATIONS

Aid stations will have sweet and salty snacks, water, and electrolyte hydration. Sandwiches will be provided at the Loveland aid station. Gluten-free options will be available. Fill up your bottles, grab a snack and keep moving!

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* ABSOLUTELY NO personal rider support or vehicles are allowed at Aid Stations #1, #2, or #4. Riders who ignore this will have their number pulled and will no longer be considered a Triple Bypass Rider.

MECHANICAL SUPPORT

Mechanical Support for tire fixes and simple adjustments will be available at all Aid Stations. If you have a mechanical during the event and are unable to proceed to the next Aid Station without support, call SAG dispatch and a vehicle will pick you up as soon as possible.

Thanks to Mike's Bikes for providing mechanical support!

CUT-OFF TIMES

8:00 AM EVERGREEN

Due to safety and permit requirements, any rider who does not make it to an aid station will have their number removed. We will have shuttles available to the finish line if needed.

SAG & PERSONAL SUPPORT

SAG DISPATCH #: 303.929.8972

If you are having an emergency, CALL 911 FIRST. Then call dispatch to report the emergency.

SAG

Official Support Vehicles (SAG) will be available for riders needing assistance throughout the day. Be prepared to provide dispatch with your approximate location and reason for calling (i.e., mechanical, need a ride, or emergency).

SAG vehicles are instructed to always move riders forward. They will not return you to the previous Aid Station. Any SAG taken after Georgetown Aid #2 will take you directly to the finish.

PERSONAL SUPPORT

Personal Support Vehicles are only allowed in areas designated along the course and are NOT allowed on the course for any reason. Riders meeting personal support vehicles on route will have their number pulled and be disqualified from the ride. The ONLY two designated areas for personal support are below.

Loveland Valley Ski Area (click for map)

Copper Mountain Alpine Lot (click for map)

TIMED SEGMENTS

Triple Bypass entries include timing on two uphill portions of the course (just for fun - everyone wants to know how amazing they are). There will be start flags and a timing mat at the base of each climb and a finish flag at the end of the segment. Please do not cross the yellow line, interfere with other riders or behave aggressively during your timed segments.

Downhills will not be timed.

Timing mats will not be operable until 5:00 am.

SEGMENT 1

Juniper (click for map)

SEGMENT 2

Loveland Pass (click for map)

ROAD CLOSURES

Juniper Pass

The road will be closed to WESTBOUND TRAFFIC ONLY (excluding local traffic) from 5:00 am – 10:00 am. It is essential that you always RIDE RIGHT and never cross the yellow centerline, even to pass a slower rider. The climb up Juniper is approximately 15 miles. There will be several port-a-potties available during the climb.

Idaho Springs

We will be utilizing the bike path on the Greenway trail in Idaho Springs. You will turn left BEFORE reaching the town. Please slow down as you reach this area and follow the direction of staff and local law enforcement.

Alvarado Road

There will be intermittent closures to traffic on Saturday to ensure safe access to the Georgetown Aid Station. Please keep in mind that local traffic is allowed so use caution and follow the rules of the road.

Georgetown Railroad

Georgetown Railroad is a private business located just before the ride transitions to the "Silver Plume to Georgetown Express" bike path. Loop Road leading to the railroad parking lot will have a coned bike path. Stay to the right of the cones and yield to all motor vehicles and the direction of local law enforcement and volunteers. Absolutely NO SPECTATOR VEHICLES up this road.

Loveland Pass

US-6, Loveland Pass Road will be closed to all traffic except for cyclists and official vehicles from 10:00 am – 2:30 pm. Please note, if you choose to start early, you may reach this point before the road is closed. Though riding Loveland pass without cars is an incredible experience, please still stay to the right and descend with caution.

Swan Mountain Road

Westbound traffic will be closed from 11:00am-3:00pm, however Eastbound traffic will remain open. Please obey all traffic signs, flaggers, authorized personnel, and volunteer marshals. SAG vehicles will not be patrolling this area.

Summit County Rec Paths

Recreation Paths are open to the public. Riders must obey posted speed limits of 25 MPH on the rec paths and posted speed limits on the roadways. Please ride slowly and safely and be aware of all others using the path. Remember to be courteous and always yield the right of way.

Vail-Avon

Please use caution when riding your final leg through Vail and into Avon. You will be on frontage roads that are not closed and include numerous roundabouts. Please stay alert and follow directions of law enforcement and flaggers.

INCLEMENT WEATHER

Weather will be monitored during the event. If the weather turns cold, or lightning is observed in the area, riders are advised to use their best judgment and seek immediate shelter at the nearest designated location. In the case of lightning DO NOT shelter in tents but proceed to the nearest safe building. We recommend that all riders carry a rain jacket.

EMERGENCY SHELTER LOCATIONS

Echo Lake Lodge

Clear Creek County SD building

Dumont-Sinclair Gas Station

Georgetown Visitors Center (and Gas stations around traffic circle)

Georgetown Loop Visitors Center

Loveland Ski Area (lower locker rooms and bathrooms)

A-Basin Ski Area

Keystone "The Pour House"

Copper Mountain (upper level of Village Square) Vail

on CO-103, Mile 18

on CO-103, Mile 31

Mile 36

Mile 42

Mile 44.5

Mile 54 (Triple) & Mile 14 (Double)

Mile 64 (Triple) & Mile 24 (Double)

Mile 72 (Triple) & Mile 112 (Double)

Mile 88 (Triple) & Mile 128 (Double)

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WEATHER DISCLOSURE

The Triple Bypass will be held rain or shine. We will not cancel due to challenging weather, smoke, or any unfavorable forecast for biking. Please plan accordingly. In the event that emergency services or local permitting agencies require us to cancel the ride, we will send out communication via email. Refunds or deferrals for next year are unavailable if you decide you don’t want to ride.

You will receive the jersey/t-shirt in the size you selected in your race packet. If you waited to pick up your number on packet event day, you will need to pick up your jersey at the finish line and your size is not guaranteed.

JERSEYS MERCHANDISE

We have a very limited number of jerseys for a size exchange. Size exchange is on a first-come, first serve basis at the Triple Bypass tent at the finish in Avon. Bring your unworn jersey (with tags) for an exchange.

Available for purchase at the Primal tent in the finish area in limited sizes and quantities. Don’t miss out on picking up a 'lil something to remember your achievement!

See the full line of merchandise by clicking HERE.

FINISH LINE

Festivities 1:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Located in Nottingham Park Avon. Celebrate with a free beer from Ska Brewing and tasty food from McDevitt Taco Supply! The finish catering is included in your registration. Vegetarian and gluten-free options will be available. You may purchase additional meal tickets for $20

Pet Policy

We love our fury friends as much as you, but dogs are not allowed in Nottingham Park during this event.

Rider Pick-Up

Rider pickup is at the First Bank at 11 W Beaver Creek Blvd, a short distance from the finish venue at Nottingham Park. There is no parking at First Bank and street access near the venue will be closed so make sure you are ready to be picked up in the parking lot before you call for your ride. If someone plans to join you at the finish, they must park at the Bear Lot and take a free town shuttle or walk to the venue.

Lost & Found

Lost and Found will be located at the Team

Evergreen Tent