Pioneer Days Vintage Gravel Race

When: July 2, 9am

Where: Same as the other gravel race, Alexander Lake Lodge to the bottom of Surface Creek (at the gate)

Description: This is the same course as the previous gravel race, but with a little twist to make it interesting!

Equipment Restrictions:rigid-framed bikes older than 1986 only – modern wheel mods allowed. Integrated shifters start with penalty: BYOB or use one of our Certified, Race-Ready bikes (First come First served on in house bikes, limited loaner supply available)

Safety Equipment Requirements: Bike Helmet (certified mountain bike helmet recommended) and thick gloves highly recommended.

Course Conditions: Moderate Climbing for the first 5 miles, relatively flat, until Surface Creek Road with fast descents and sweeping curves, lots of washboards, large bumps (some will launch your bike into the air) and rocks. Equipment Advantages:   Original drop bars and brakes - +0:10 seconds Integrated or updated shifters - -0:30 seconds Age restrictions: none Age Groups: Except for riders under 12 years, there are separate categories for boys/girls, men, and women.

Old enough to ride through 12 years 13 years - 19 years

        20 years – 35 years

        36 years – 49 years

        50 years and older

Prizes: The winner of each category wins a jackpot based on the number of participants; the more the merrier!