SPEED – USA Pro Challenge Time Trial Vail Stage 3
Speed Climb! Speed and climb together is somewhat of an oxymoron. We all know that speed lags when it comes to a challenging climb and this is the essence of Stage 3. Set as an individual time trial, Stage 3 is challenging each team and their racers in a personal best on a classic course in Vail. Last used the final Coors Classic stage race in 1988 this 10 mike course will head out of the Vail Village and straight up Vail Pass along the frontage road. The finish is set at the gate to the bike path and it will be a frenzy watching this particular event.
The first rider begins at 1pm with riders continuing to be released at 60 second intervals. The last 10 riders will then be released at two-minute intervals. There are several key places to watch Stage 3. Vail Village – race start. Anywhere along the course Vail Pass race finish however the road will be closed to cars and bikes. Another opportunity for viewing is watching the start in the Vail Village and taking a shuttle to the base of the finishing climb.
However you decide to watch, Stage 3 promises to be exciting!
~Summit Sojourner
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