Be a part of cycling history in Maple Ridge by participating in the 10th Annual Race the Ridge road cycling stage race, April 28-29, 2012. Race the Ridge features three exciting and challenging stages, including an individual time trial, criterium, and road race. In true stage racing style, the rider with the shortest overall time after completing all three stages wins! For 2012, Race the Ridge is offering a Novice Stage Race, which consists of the time trial and criterium only, and a Youth Stage Race – a full stage race for riders in the Under 17 category!

Registration Deadlines

Plan early and score a deal with the $90 early bird registration until Jan. 31. From Feb. 1-28, you can still save with our February Snail Mail Registration Special: Stage racers pay only $100*, Novice stage racers $90*. Standard Entry fee is $120, March 1 until April 21 deadline. Novice riders (TT and crit only) get an $80 early bird price and $100 after Jan. 31. U-17 entry fee is $50 until April 21. Those who want to do the time trial only pay $40 until Jan. 31 and $50 until April 21. *February Snail Mail Registration Special available only with mail-in or in-person registratoin with cheque/cash payment.

Field Caps and Rider Minimums

Field sizes will be capped at 60 riders per category, except Novice, which will be capped at 30 riders. We need minimum 12 riders for road race caravan for Cat 3/4 Women otherwise they race with the Cat 1/2 women.

Race Info

The action will kick off on the morning of Saturday, April 28 with the Thornhill road race. Riders will once again see competitors challenge the rolling 10km course, using strategy, smarts, and physical strength as they vie for the win over multiple laps of this demanding circuit on the beautiful rural roads of Maple Ridge.

The day will continue into the evening with Stage 2, a rolling 21.5km out-and-back individual time trial against the clock in Golden Ears Provincial Park. The time trial will also be open as a single event to those who do not wish to tackle an entire stage race just yet.

The final race will decide the 2012 Race the Ridge champions in the heart of downtown Maple Ridge on Sunday. The Town Core Criterium is arguably the most spectacular race of the weekend. This fast-paced, aggressive battle on an 800m course in the heart of downtown Maple Ridge will see riders taking risks in order to come out on top in the multiple-lap contest.

As always, Race the Ridge will continue its important mandate to develop the next generation of cyclists by offering a full Youth Stage Race with three stages for youth under 17 and free kid’s race on Saturday, April 28 during the Town Core Criterium festivities. (*All event courses and times are yet to be finalized)

Events

Road Race – Saturday, April 28 – Thorn Hill Elementary School* – 8:00 am first start
Time Trial – Saturday, April 28 – Golden Ears Provincial Park* – 4:00 pm first start
Criterium – Sunday, April 29 – Maple Ridge Town Core* – 10:00 am first start

*All event courses and times are yet to be finalized

Registration

Register online HERE or download and print the Snail Mail registration form HERE. (Must use mail-in/in-person option with cheque/cash payment for February Snail Mail Special pricing.)

  * Registration closes at 6:00 pm, Saturday, April 21
* No day of registration

- TT only: $40 until Jan. 31. $50 Feb. 1-April 21
- Stage Race: $90 until Jan. 31. $120 Feb. 1-April 21
- Novice Stage Race: $80 until Jan. 31. $90 Feb. 1-April 21
- Youth Stage Race: $50 until April 21
- Kids Race: FREE

Race the Ridge is back for 2011! The Race the Ridge Cycling Stage Race presented by Local Ride Bike Shop in Maple Ridge, BC, is confirmed for May 7-8, 2011 and it’s on track be the biggest edition in the event’s nine-year history.

This challenging three-stage road cycling race showcases the diversity and beauty of the Maple Ridge area, while offering exciting, high-speed, and spectator-friendly cycling events on tried and true courses. The competitions kick off on the morning of Saturday, May 7 with the scenic yet lung-busting 22km Golden Ears Time Trial. That evening features the most spectacular event of the weekend – the Town Core Criterium. This fast-paced, aggressive race in the heart of downtown Maple Ridge will see riders taking risks in order to come out on top in this multiple lap contest. In traditional stage race style, the final event of the weekend will be a road race. On Sunday, May 8, Race the Ridge will once again see competitors challenge the rolling 10km Thorn Hill course, using strategy, smarts, and pure strength as they vie for the win over multiple laps of this demanding circuit.

As always, Race the Ridge will continue its important mandate to develop the next generation of cyclists by offering a full Youth Stage Race with three stages for youth under 17 and free kid’s race on Saturday, May 7 during the Town Core Criterium festivities. (*All event courses and times are yet to be finalized)

Events:

Time Trial – Saturday, May 7 – Golden Ears Provincial Park* – 8:00 am first start
Criterium – Saturday, May 7 – Maple Ridge Town Core* – 3:30 pm first start
Road Race – Sunday, May 8 – Thorn Hill Elementary School* – 8:00 am first start

*All event courses and times are yet to be finalized

Registration:

TT only (until May 5): $45
Stage Race (until March 31): $100
Stage Race (April 1-May 5): $110
Novice Stage Race* (until March 31): $80
Novice Stage Race* (April 1-May 5): $90
Youth Stage Race (until May 5): $50
Kids Race: FREE

*The Novice stage race includes the TT and Crit.

Register online at KARELO.COM or contact the shop.
  * Registration closes at 6:00 pm, Thursday, May 5
  * No day of registration

Stage Race Layout:

Race the Ridge is a timed stage race. The lowest cumulative time wins. You must start every event. You must complete every event to be given an official finish. There will be time bonuses available in the crit as outlined below.

Accommodations:

The Ramada Inn is offering all racers a discounted rate for the weekend. Call them up to book and quote group number 2450.

Ramada Inn
19267 Lougheed Highway
Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 2J5, Canada
(604) 460-9859

Golden Ears Time Trial – Saturday, May 7

8:00 am – Youth depart *Youth will do a shortened out and back of ~10km
8:15 am – All Categories depart: TT only, Novice, Category 3/4 Women, 3/4 Men, 1/2 Women, 1/2 Men

• Sign-on opens at 7:00 am.
• Riders will leave @ 30 second intervals.
• Riders will start in last name alphabetical order by category as outlined above. A start list will be posted HERE Friday.
• The time trial course is open to traffic. Center line rule is in effect.
• Approximately 21.5km out and back.

Maps and Info:

Course map	Parking and Registration	Directions

click on maps for details

Town Core Criterium – Saturday, May 7

3:30 pm – Novice 20 minutes
4:00 pm – Cat 3/4 women 25 minutes +3 laps
4:40 pm – Cat 3/4 Men – 40 minutes +3 laps
5:30 pm – Cat 1/2/3 Women – 45 minutes +3 laps
6:20 pm – Kids Race
6:30 pm – Youth – 15 minutes +2 laps
7:00 pm – Pro, Cat 1/2 Men – 55 minutes +3 laps

• Sign-on opens at 2:30 pm.
• The Crit course is closed to traffic. Watch for people.

Time Bonuses:

There are 2 time bonus primes per race at approximately 1/3rd and 2/3rd time.

Maps and Info:

Thorn Hill Road Race – Sunday, May 8

8:00 am – Youth – 30 minutes
9:00 am – Cat 3/4 Men – 7 Laps
9:10 am – Cat 3/4 Women – 4 Laps
11:00 am – Pro, Cat 1/2 Men – 10 Laps
11:10 am – Cat 1/2/3 Women – 7 Laps

• Sign-on opens at 7:00 am, and closes 15 minutes prior to each races.
• The Road course is open to traffic. Center line rule is in effect.
• Approximately 9.8km per lap.

Maps and Info:

Course map	Parking and Registration	Directions

click on maps for details

Race the Ridge is back for 2010! The Ridge Meadow Area’s premier cycling event will rock the town May 1-2. This year’s race will again consist of 3 exciting stages: We’re bringing back our challenging Thornhill road race course from last year, followed by the scenic 23km individual TT in beautiful Golden Ears Park. Most exciting is the return of the Town Core Criterium after last year’s beautification project construction forced us to relocate the event. But now it’s back and the course has been revamped, so it’s better than ever! Click here to register. Check out all the details below.

Events:

Road Race – Saturday, May 1 – Thorn Hill Elementary School
Time Trial – Saturday, May 1 – Golden Ears Provincial Park
Criterium – Sunday, May 2 – Maple Ridge Town Core

Registration:

• Register online at Karelo.ca here
• Registration closes at 6:00 pm, Thursday April 29
• No day of registration

Accommodations:

The Ramada Inn has once again come on board to offer all racers a discounted rate of $79 for a standard room or $89 for a mini suite. Just quote group number 2315.

Ramada Inn
19267 Lougheed Highway
Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 2J5, Canada
(604) 460-9859

Categories:

Cat 3/4 Men – 75 rider max
Cat 3/4 Women – 75 rider max, 12 rider minimum for a separate caravan
Cat 1/2 Men – 75 rider max
Cat 1/2 Women – 75 rider max
U17 – 30 rider max

Stage Race Layout:

Race the Ridge is a timed stage race. The lowest cumulative time wins. You must start every event. You must complete every event to be given an official finish. There will be time bonuses available in the crit as outlined below.

Time Cut

• There will be a 20% time cut off in effect for the Road Race only.
• Exceptions will be consider under unique circumstances

The time cut is in place to prevent soft pedaling of the road race to save yourself for the TT. This has happened in the past and is not true to the spirit of Race the Ridge. A 20% time cut is very generous, and we estimate that you would be lapped almost twice if you were to miss the cut. Keeping track of lapped riders will not make our lives easier, but we feel it is necessary to provide the best possible race experience.

Prizes:

Individual stage prizes may be picked up shortly after each race. The coveted overall title will be awarded after the 1/2 men’s Criterium on Sunday.

Stage Prizes
TBD

Overall Prizes
Cash Purse to be determined based on enteries
Great prizes from Local Ride Bike Shop and more.

Notes:

• Please be courteous of our neighbours. No littering, no public nudity….. You know the drill.
• Please be prepared to present your racing license. BC residents may purchase “day of race” insurance.
• No refunds

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Thorn Hill Road Race – Saturday, May 1

8:30 am – U17 – 30 minutes
9:10 am – Cat 3/4 Men – 7 Laps
9:20 am – 11:40 – Cat 3/4 Women – 4 Laps
11:35 am – Pro, Cat 1/2 Men – 10 Laps
11:45 – Cat 1/2/3 Women – 7 Laps

• Sign-on opens at 8:00 am, and closes 30 minutes prior to each races.
• The Road course is open to traffic. Center line rule is in effect.
• Approximately 9.8km per lap.

Maps and Info:

Course map	Parking and Registration	Directions

click on maps for details

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Golden Ears Time Trial – Saturday, May 1

4:15 pm – U17 depart
4:30 pm – All Categories depart

• Sign-on opens at 3:30 pm.
• Riders will leave @ 1 minute intervals.
• Riders will start in alphabetical order by category, starting with the 3/4 women and ending with the 1/2 men.
• The time trial course is open to traffic. Center line rule is in effect.
• Approximately 21.5km out and back.

Maps and Info:

Course map	Parking and Registration	Directions

click on maps for details

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Town Core Criterium – Sunday, May 2

10:00 am – Cat 3/4 women 30 minutes +2 laps
10:45 am – Cat 3/4 Men – 40 minutes +2 laps
11:45 am – Cat 1/2/3 Women – 45 minutes +2 laps
12:45 am – Kids Race
12:55 am – U17 – 15 minutes +2 laps
1:15 am – Pro, Cat 1/2 Men – 55 minutes +2 laps
2:45 pm – Awards Presentation

• Sign-on opens at 7:00 am.
• Awards presentation starts shortly after the last race.
• The Crit course is closed to traffic. Watch for people.

Time Bonuses:

Maps and Info: