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Colorado Mini Classic
The Colorado Mini Classic is the revival of a stage race for juniors that began in the 1980s with the Red Zinger and Coors Classic Stage Races. For more information on the original Red Zinger Mini Classic, please see Wikipedia and Facebook. The originial Mini Classics helped launch the careers of Bobby Julich, Jonathan Vaughters, Clark Sheehan, Ruthie Matthes, Colby Pearce and many other cycling legends. Check out the great photos on Facebook!
The 2013 Colorado Mini Classic includes the SM U23 Category,
and has the nation's highest designation for junior races!
The quiet, small town of Silt, CO will again host this year's event. Silt is located on I-70, 14 miles west of Glenwood Springs. The Silt community and Garfield County have truly embraced this event - we are very lucky to be working with such great people!
The Colorado Mini Classic is co-promoted by the Two Rivers Cycling Club and the Bicycle Racing Association of Colorado, with support from USA Cycling the USA Pro Challenge.
"It's very satisfying to have an A-level junior race in Colorado.
I've ridden the courses and know that they are exciting, challenging and can accommodate large fields. The Mini Classic is one of very few quality races I know of that is junior-focused.
Thank you Bicycle Racing Association of Colorado and Two Rivers Cycling!"
- Laurel R, Junior Racer
Here is a timeline for the 2013 event:
Wednesday, May 22 - 11:59pm Registration Closes
- Pre-registration closes on Madsync. There is no day-of registration for the Mini Classic.
Saturday, May 25 - Packet Pick-up, Time Trial, Pizza Party
- 8am - Noon - Packet Pick-Up - Holiday Inn Express.
- 1pm - 3pm - Time Trial - I-70 Frontage Road near the Holiday Inn Express.
- 6pm - 8 pm - Pizza Party for Racers and Families - Holiday Inn Express.
Sunday, May 26 - Road Race - 10am - 4pm
- A truly AMAZING road race venue that is based out of Veteran's Park in Silt! Our younger racers will tackle the 14 mile loop featuring challenging climbs, rolling hills, a fun descent back into town, and each lap features a trip down the "Roller Coaster". Our older racers will get a new, longer course that includes more climbing, more rollers, and more scenic views of the valley and Grand Mesa. You've got to see it to believe it!
Monday, May 27 - Criterium and Awards
- 8:00 am Criterium - Like 2012, the criterium will be in downtown Silt and feature 8 corners as it winds around two city parks, which feature ample shade and playgrounds for the whole family.
- Approximately 2 pm - Awards Party in Veteran's Park. Food, beverages, music and fun for all!
Event Lodging
The Holiday Inn Express in Silt is a valuable partner and will again be our Race Headquarters. Make your reservations now before it fills up, and be sure to mention "Mini Bicycle Classic" to receive a discounted rate of only $70.
Important Links
2013 Link to Pre-Registration on MadSync
2013 Mini Classic Technical Guide - Includes maps, directions, points schedules, race day schedules, rules, pretty much everything!
2013 TT Start List
Info for Past Mini Classics
2012 Online Pre-registration Link
2012 Race Technical Guide - Includes maps, directions, points schedules, race day schedules, rules, pretty much everything!
2011 Mini Classic Technical Guide
