2014 USA CYCLING CYCLO-CROSS NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS JANUARY 8-12, 2014 TECHNICAL GUIDE (POSTED 1/6/2014)

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1 2014 USA CYCLING CYCLO-CROSS NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS JANUARY 8-12, 2014 TECHNICAL GUIDE (POSTED 1/6/2014)

2 2014 USA Cycling Cyclo-Cross National Championships TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome to Boulder! Valmont Bike Park. 4 Sponsors Lodging Airports. 7 Event Staff Event Schedule....9 Registration and Fee Info Courses Parking/Getting There College Recruitment Fair and Collegiate Team Relay Guidelines.. 15 Anti-Doping. 16 Additional Race Details Eligibility, Rules & Call-Ups Bicycle Racing Association of Colorado 20 2 Updated 1/6/2014

3 WELCOME TO BOULDER! 2014 USA Cycling Cyclo-Cross National Championships If you drove into Boulder in daylight, you could not have missed its stunning mountain backdrop and the wide swath of undeveloped land encircling it. Thanks to the foresight of its citizens, Boulder has not been absorbed into the urban sprawl of neighboring communities because it owns a 40-mile long continuous ring of undeveloped land around itself. In 1959, Boulder residents created the 5,750-foot Blue Line boundary to construction in the mountains behind; in 1967, they voted in a tax to set aside land as Open Space, which now comprises 97,000 acres permanently free from development, and in 1976, Boulder capped residential growth at 2 percent annually. Its vibrant economy is testament to the wisdom of not growing too quickly. Boulder is home to many of America s top cyclists and cycling teams as well as to top runners, triathletes, and climbers. This is due to a sunny, temperate climate with four distinct seasons, over 300 days of sunshine a year, abundant recreational areas, a network of more than 300 miles of dedicated bikeways and multi-use paths, close proximity to a major international airport, and events like the Bolder Boulder 10K running race that fills its 50,000-runner field limit every year. Athletes come for the opportunity train with world-class competitors, the 5,430-foot altitude and yet greater elevation immediately to the west, clean air, healthy food, and a plethora of low-traffic roads ranging from flat to mountainous. Here to serve these athletes is a vast support system of body workers, coaches, training facilities, and the Boulder Center for Sports Medicine, which offers any athlete access to the kind of sports health care only top professionals normally enjoy. Bike racers began flocking to Boulder with the 1975 inception of the Red Zinger Classic stage race. In 1980, the race became the Coors Classic, and its Boulder stages attracted hundreds of thousands of spectators every year. The USA Pro Challenge stands on its shoulders and continues to bring in top riders from all over the world. Cyclo-cross racing in Boulder dates back to the beginning of the 1980s and now features over 30 races each season within an hour s driving radius In addition to being a top tourist destination, Boulder is regularly acknowledged for being one of the country s most livable cities, thanks both to its quality of life and economic opportunities. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics ranked Boulder the #1 Most Educated Metro Area, and an August 2013 Kauffman Foundation study found that Boulder has six times more high-tech start-ups per capita than the nation's average, and twice as many per capita as the second-placed city. An average of 10 bioscience companies alone are formed each year based on technologies developed at the University of Colorado, the state s largest, and the University s Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics (LASP) has designed and built instruments that have visited every planet in the solar system. Boulder has long been a leader in high-quality and organic food, and many natural and organic food products companies are based here, as is the state s largest outdoor farmer s market. With over 300 restaurants featuring local, regional and international cuisine serving a population of 100,000, Bon Appetite magazine named Boulder America s Foodiest Town. So drink in the ambience and hospitality of one of the healthiest cities in the nation. And above all, enjoy the USA Cycling Cyclo-cross National Championships at one of the crown jewels of Boulder s cycling infrastructure: the Valmont Bike Park! Average high/low temperatures for January: 47 F/22 F Sunrise/sunset for January: 7:19 a.m./ 4:51 p.m. 3 Updated 1/6/2014

4 VALMONT BIKE PARK 2014 USA Cycling Cyclo-Cross National Championships Welcome to Valmont Bike Park, a unique 42-acre, natural surface cycling facility in Boulder, Colorado. In addition to offering a world-class Cyclo-cross training and racing venue, Valmont s unique design and diversity of features, make it perfect for a wide range of cycling experiences. From tots and beginners to the most daring and advanced, Valmont was designed for all ages and abilities to enjoy their favorite sport cycling. Built in 2011 around the city s largest urban park (132-acre Valmont City Park), the bike park attracts families, youth and adults from near and far. At its core, Valmont celebrates and extends Boulder s long-history and passion for cycling. The nation s first, large-scale, public natural surface bike park, Valmont is open yearround, dawn to dusk and free of charge to everyone. In addition to daily users reaching over 500 riders per day, the park also hosts private and small group instructional programs, youth summer camps and special events such as this year s USA Cycling Cyclo-cross National Championships. Innovative and diverse riding opportunities are found throughout the park including more than four miles of cross country trails, competition grade cyclo-cross features, dual slalom tracks, pump tracks, structural jumps, dirt jumps, slopestyle trails, tot riding area and skillz loop. The park s bike features are complimented by appealing native grasses, lush green spaces and a variety of trees that encourage visitors to enjoy the sights of family and friends playing, walking, riding and racing. The recently renovated historic Platt Farmhouse, constructed around 1908, provides an intact example of an early twentieth century Colorado farmhouse. Designated a local landmark in 1999, the Platt family s former home connects Boulder s agricultural history with its present role as a leader in outdoor recreation, health and wellness. The City of Boulder is proud to partner with USA Cycling to host the 2014 Cyclo-cross National Championships at Valmont Bike Park where on any given day; you will find visitors of all ages riding in the park, from across the street and across the nation. We hope you ll be one of them, by returning to Valmont Park to enjoy all Boulder has to offer. Thank you for joining us for this event! Please follow Bike Park Safety Standards Glass containers prohibited at the park No alcohol or consumption outside of the designated Beer Garden areas No pets in the park during the event Cross the course at designated crosswalks only Do not walk on Terrain Features or Jumps How to get to the Valmont Bike Park / Venue By Bike create a bike path route by using By Bus create a bus route using google.com with destination Valmont Bike Park By Car - carpool and park in the free Kidder+ Real Estate lot at 3327 Airport Rd. 4 Updated 1/6/2014

5 2014 USA Cycling Cyclo-Cross National Championships SPONSORS 5 Updated 1/6/2014

6 LODGING 2014 USA Cycling Cyclo-Cross National Championships Holiday Inn Express 4777 N. Broadway Boulder, CO Distance from event: 4.6 miles Millennium Harvest House th Street Boulder, CO Distance from event: 3.56 miles Best Western Plus Boulder Inn th Street Boulder, CO Distance from event: 3.78 miles Days Hotel Boulder 5397 South Boulder Road Boulder, CO Distance from event: 4.07 miles Other lodging, as well as dining and entertainment information can be found at 6 Updated 1/6/2014

7 AIRPORT 2014 USA Cycling Cyclo-Cross National Championships Denver International Airport 8500 Peña Boulevard Denver, CO To Boulder: 44 miles approx. 45 min Registration Headquarters Address: Gebhardt Volkswagen th Street Boulder, CO Valmont Bike Park Address: 3160 Airport Road Boulder, CO Updated 1/6/2014

8 EVENT STAFF USA CYCLING Rachel Leif Micah Rice Tony Leko Tom Mahoney Shawn Farrell Kurt Bathelt Jeffrey Hansen Kristen Uhlemann Rob Borland Jocelyn Buras Bill Kellick Dave Gaylinn Jesse Hammond Stephanie Sexton ADDITIONAL EVENT STAFF Michael Eubank Callie Hayden Mike Rossi Chris McGee Aaron Bouplon Clint Bickmore Keegan Schelling Pete Webber Brad Diggans Deirdre Moynihan Jayson Swigart Larry Ramona Sports Base Events Shimano WD-40 Brad Sohner Richard Fries John Lefler Larry Grossman Orange Guy Fence National Events Manager Vice President of National Events National Events Director Technical Programs Manager Technical Director National Events Intern Regional Programs Manager Interscholastic Cycling and Club Development Coordinator Chief Marketing Officer Sponsorship and Member Benefits Manager Communications Director Communications Manager New Media Manager Member Services Coordinator City of Boulder Valmont Bike Park Valmont Bike Park BRAC BRAC BRAC Course Director Course Consultant Event Coordinator Volunteer Coordinator Expo Coordinator Stage Manager Timing Neutral Support Bike Wash Announcer Announcer Announcer Announcer Fencing OFFICIALS Cyndi Smith Diane Fortini Marco Vasquez John Bickmore Heather Allen Leslie Ramsay Lynn Taylor Mark Guthart Joe Morgan President Commissaire Referee Referee Secretary Chief Judge Judge Apprentice Apprentice 8 Updated 1/6/2014

9 EVENT SCHEDULE *The course will ONLY be open to riders that have signed the USA Cycling waiver for the event DATE TIME EVENT NOTES Tuesday 1/7 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Registration/Packet Pick-Up Gebhardt Volkswagen 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Course Open Wednesday 1/8 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Registration/Packet Pick-Up Gebhardt Volkswagen 8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. Course Open Closed 15 min prior to first race 9:00 a.m. Women All / Non-Championship 40 min. 10:00 a.m. Men / Non-Championship 40 min 11:00 a.m. Men / Non-Championship 40 min 12:00 a.m. Men 45+ / Non-Championship 40 min 1:00 p.m. Awards (All Non-Championship) Valmont Bike Park 1:00 p.m. Valmont Bike Park Industry Race 40 min 1:05 p.m. Pre J Event (kids age 6-9) 20 min, Pre J Course 2:00 p.m. Women Single Speed 40 min 3:00 p.m. Men Single Speed 40 min 4:15 p.m. Awards (All Single Speed) Valmont Bike Park 5:00 p.m. Course Closed Thursday 1/9 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Registration/Packet Pick-Up Gebhardt Volkswagen 8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. Course Open Closed 15 min prior to first race 9:00 a.m. Masters Men min 9:01 a.m. Masters Men min 9:02 a.m. Masters Men min 10:00 a.m. Masters Women min 10:01 a.m. Masters Women min 11:00 a.m. Masters Men min 12:15 p.m. Awards (Men 60-64,65-69,70+,Women 55-59,60+) Valmont Bike Park 1:00 p.m. Masters Women min 1:01 p.m. Masters Women min 1:05 p.m. Pre J Event (kids age 6-9) 20 min, Pre J Course 2:00 p.m. Masters Women min 3:00 p.m. Masters Men min 4:15 p.m. Awards (Women 45-49, 50-54, 40-44, Men 50-54) Valmont Bike Park 5:00 p.m. Course Closed Friday 1/10 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Packet Pick-Up Only Gebhardt Volkswagen 8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. Course Open Closed 15 min prior to first race 9:00 a.m. Masters Men min 10:00 a.m. Masters Women min 11:00 a.m. Juniors Women min 11:01 a.m. Juniors Women min 9 Updated 1/6/2014

10 11:45 a.m. Juniors Men min 12:30 p.m. Juniors Men min 1:00 p.m. Juniors Women min 1:05 p.m. Pre J Event (kids age 6-9) 20 min, Pre J Course 1:45 p.m. Juniors Men min 1:46 p.m. Juniors Women min 2:15 p.m. Juniors Men min 2:16 p.m. Juniors Women min 3:15 p.m. Collegiate 4x4 Lap Team Relay 4 Laps 4:00 p.m. Awards (Friday Masters and Juniors Events) Valmont Bike Park 5:00 p.m. Course Closed Saturday 1/11 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Registration/Packet Pick-Up Gebhardt Volkswagen 8:00 a.m. - 8:45 p.m. Course Open Closed 15 min prior to first race 9:00 a.m. Masters Men min 10:00 a.m. Masters Women min 10:50 a.m. - 11:20 a.m. Elite/U23 Rider Practice Only 30 min 11:30 a.m. Collegiate Women D1 40 min 11:31 a.m. Collegiate Women D2 40 min 12:30 p.m. U23 Men 50 min 1:30 p.m. Masters Men min 2:30 p.m. Masters Men min 3:45 p.m. Awards (All Saturday Events) Valmont Bike Park 4:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Elite/U23/Collegiate Rider Practice Only 60 min Sunday 1/12 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Registration/Packet Pick-Up Gebhardt Volkswagen 8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. Course Open Closed 15 min prior to first race 9:00 a.m. Collegiate Men D2 50 min 10:00 a.m. Collegiate Men D1 50 min 11:00 a.m. Juniors Men min 12:00 p.m. - 12:40 p.m. Elite/U23 Women Rider Practice Only 40 min 12:40 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. Elite Men Rider Practice Only 40 min 1:30 p.m. Elite/U23 Women 40 min 2:45 p.m. Elite Men 60 min 4:00 p.m. Awards (Collegiate Men D2, D1, Collegiate Team Relay, Collegiate Omnium, Elite/U23 Women, Elite Men) Valmont Bike Park 10 Updated 1/6/2014

11 REGISTRATION AND FEE INFO Early Registration 11/1/13 11:00 am EST Price Increase 12/6/13 11:59 pm EST Onsite Registration Non-Championship $50 $65 $80 Juniors $50 $65 $90 Elite/U23/Single Speed $65 $85 $125 Masters $65 $85 $125 Collegiate $50 n/a $90 Industry Race $50 n/a $80 *Please be aware that online registration for this event will close on January 3, 2014, at 11:59 p.m. EST. *Registration and Packet Pick-Up will be located at Gebhardt Volkswagen. See Event Schedule for times. *There is NO day-of registration allowed* Pre-registration will be available at Log into your online account and from your My USA Cycling page, follow the link to register for the 2014 USA Cycling Cyclo-cross National Championships. For FAQ about USA Cycling s online registration system, Click Here. All registration and packet pick-up will be at Gebhardt Volkswagen, near the race venue. Under no circumstances will riders be allowed to register for a race on the day of the event; however a rider may pick up his or her packet and number. Start sheets will have already been finalized. There is no registration on Sunday. You may not pick up someone else s packet for them. All riders must pick up their own packet in person. You must present your valid USA Cycling license/government issued picture ID at pick-up. Minors must have a LEGAL guardian (not coach) sign their release form. Important Note: What s the difference between Packet Pick-Up and Registration? Registration is when you sign up to do a race and pay the entry fee. Packet Pick-Up is when you sign your waivers and receive your bib number. In order to register, each collegiate rider must be marked as qualified by his or her conference director, indicating that the rider has participated in his or her conference season, if one is held. If you are unable to register, please contact your Conference Director. 11 Updated 1/6/2014

12 COURSE MAP 2014 USA Cycling Cyclo-cross National Championships *Please Note: The course will not be open for preview until Tuesday, January 7 th at 2:00 p.m. **The course will ONLY be open to riders that have signed the USA Cycling waiver for the event 12 Updated 1/6/2014

13 AREA MAP *Please Note: No overnight parking or camping is allowed in event parking lots. 13 Updated 1/6/2014

14 EVENT PARKING Event parking is hosted by Kidder+ Real Estate and is located just north of Valmont Bike Park. The large parking lot can accommodate 2,000 vehicles and is roughly a five minute walk to the venue. When arriving at Valmont Bike Park on Valmont Road, turn north on Airport Road. Continue past Valmont Bike Park and follow signs for parking. Parking spaces near Valmont Bike Park can be scarce but thanks to Kidder+ Real Estate as parking hosts, there are plenty of spaces for all. A few things to keep in mind when parking for the event: Parking is free to all athletes and spectators No overnight parking or camping is allowed in the event parking lot Be respectful of nearby local businesses during event week. Please avoid parking in business parking lots near the venue. Be respectful of nearby residents. Please avoid parking in residential areas near the venue. Consider carpooling ADDITIONAL WAYS TO GET THERE Please also consider these alternative ways to get to Valmont Bike Park: By Bike Create a bike path route by using Log in as a guest or with your user name and begin planning your route to Valmont Bike Park, to dinner or just around Boulder. This website shows all bike paths around the city. Enter your start address, end address and whether you prefer on- or off-street routes and instantly receive turn-by-turn directions around the city. By Bus Create a bus route using google.com with destination Valmont Bike Park. You can also find more information on RTD (Regional Transportation District) routes and fares by visiting the following webpage: or by calling RTD bus services at Updated 1/6/2014

15 COLLEGE RECRUITMENT FAIR USA Cycling is pleased to offer junior and U23 riders attending the 2014 USA Cycling Cyclo-cross National Championships an opportunity to talk with collegiate cycling program directors, team leaders, and admission officials from across the country. Collegiate cycling offers riders of all ability levels the chance to race in a team-focused environment while representing their colleges or universities. In the words of Ted King (Cannondale Pro Cycling), who started racing in collegiate cycling for Middlebury College, Collegiate cycling is awesome. I can thank collegiate cycling almost exclusively for getting me where I am today. In a word, collegiate cycling is just fun week in and week out you get to see the same awesome people from across the collegiate spectrum, have a blast racing with them, witness their ridiculous antics, and just have a great time doing it. Collegiate cycling is not something you ll want to miss out on, and neither is this recruitment fair, so be sure to stop by! Where: Awards tent at Valmont Bike Park When: Thursday, January 9th 1:30pm-3:30pm In attendance will be representatives from schools including: Fort Lewis College Lindenwood University Ripon College Lees-McRae College Milligan College Virginia Intermont College Marian University Mars Hill University University of Colorado Boulder Western State Colorado University King University Colorado Mesa University COLLEGIATE TEAM RELAY GUIDELINES Each team will have up to four riders with at least one woman and one man, and no more than two men or two women. Potential team compositions would be: WM; WMM; WWM; WWMM One representative of each team starts the race and at the end of each lap, there is an exchange to another rider. The race will be 4 laps long and riders may not do consecutive laps, so exchanges are mandatory each lap, even if a team has fewer than four riders. Any two laps must be completed by women. The exchange area will be divided into two lanes. Riders finishing their lap will funnel into one lane, and from the other lane, riders waiting to start their lap will start moving once their teammate has crossed the exchange line in the other lane. Riders may not exit their start stalls until their incoming teammate has entered the exchange zone. The rider finishing a lap MUST cross the finish line BEFORE his/her teammate. [10 second penalty] Teams pick start stall at time of call-up. This stays the team s start stall for the entire race. The event counts toward the Team Omnium only. 15 Updated 1/6/2014

16 ANTI-DOPING ADDITIONAL RACE DETAILS UNITED STATES ANTI-DOPING AGENCY The United States Anti-Doping Agency is the independent anti-doping agency for the Olympic Movement in the United States. USADA is dedicated to eliminating doping in sport, preserving the well-being of sport, and ensuring the health of athletes through drug testing, research initiatives, and educational programs. SELECTION OF RIDERS FOR DOPING CONTROL By registering to compete at this event you have consented to be subject to drug testing and adhere to the penalties associated with an anti-doping rules violation. Noncompliance or refusing to be tested will result in the same penalties as a doping violation. For more detailed information concerning USADA protocol and banned substances, please visit the USADA website at All athletes should check the results board once they complete their race. If athletes are selected for testing, numbers of selected riders will be posted next to the results. OFFICIAL EVENT WEBSITE AWARDS Award ceremonies will be held each day at the Awards Tent in Valmont Bike Park, near the finish line. See the event schedule for each day s times. Awards will be distributed according to rule 7C. MEDICAL Boulder Community Hospital will be providing medical support for all races. The nearest hospital is Boulder Community Foothills Hospital, at 4747 Arapahoe Avenue, Boulder, CO NEUTRAL SUPPORT/PIT Shimano will be providing neutral technical support at all races throughout the event. Pit passes will be required for anyone in the pit during the UCI category races (Elite, U23 and M17-18). Pit passes can be obtained at the registration room. Pit passes will only be given to individuals that have any type of USAC license and will be limited to two passes per rider. CYCLEOPS WARM-UP TENT CycleOps will provide a neutral warm-up tent for all athletes, fully equipped with CycleOps trainers. Tent will be located in the athlete zone, near Valmont Road. RESULTS Results will be posted near the finish line after each race. The protest period is 15 minutes after posting, after which time they become FINAL. Final results will be posted to the USA Cycling website. RADIOS Riders may not use radios, telephones, or other communication devices. No earpieces may be worn. Audio playback devices are forbidden. STAGING Rider staging will take place 20 minutes prior to each race start. Please be at the start line staging area well before your scheduled race start. The call-up procedure is detailed in the Eligibility, Rules & Call-ups section on page 16. ELITE PRIZE PURSE There will be a $1,000 prize purse for the top five Elite Men and $1,000 for the top five Elite Women. Payout breakdown: 1 st : $400 4 th : $125 2 nd : $250 5 th : $75 3 rd : $ Updated 1/6/2014

17 ELIGIBILITY, RULES & CALL-UPS 2014 USA Cycling Cyclo-cross National Championships RACING AGE Your cyclo-cross racing age is determined as of December 31, CITIZENSHIP Junior 17-18, U23, Elite: Must be a United States citizen or member of US Armed Forces. Masters, Singlespeed, and Juniors 16 and under: May be a United States citizen or permanent resident. LICENSING National Championships: Riders must have an annual USA Cycling license in order to compete. Riders may register for championship events before December 1 ONLY if they have a 2013 USA Cycling annual license. Riders must have a 2014 USA Cycling annual license prior to picking up their packet at race registration USA Cycling annual licenses may be purchased beginning on December 1, Non-Championships: Riders may have an annual USA Cycling license or purchase a one-day license at race registration. CATEGORY REQUIREMENTS AND FIELD LIMITS (Riders are eligible to compete based on their category at time of registration) ELITE Male Categories 1-2 Field Limit: 150 Female Categories 1-3 Field Limit: 150 U23 Male Categories 1-3 Field Limit: 150 Female Categories 1-3* Field Limit: 150 *The U23 Females are being ridden with the Elite Female race, so the U23 follows the Elite Female category requirement and field limit. MASTERS Male Categories 1-3 Field Limit: 150 per age group Male 55+ None Field Limit: 150 per age group Female Categories 1-3 Field Limit: 150 per age group Female 45+ None Field Limit: 150 per age group JUNIORS Male Categories 1-3 Field Limit: 100 Female None Field Limit: 100 Male None Field Limit: 100 Female None Field Limit: 100 All Other Male & Female None Field Limit: 75 per age group** SINGLESPEED Male & Female None Field Limit: 150 per gender COLLEGIATE ELIGIBILITY Please refer to the USA Cycling Rulebook **When age groups are scheduled to be on course at the same time, field limit will be a combination of male and female riders. 17 Updated 1/6/2014

18 ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLINE REGISTRATION OPEN Friday, November 1, 11:00am EDT Juniors, Non-Championship $50 Elite, U23, Masters, Singlespeed $65 Collegiate $50 ONLINE REGISTRATION FEE INCREASE Monday, December 6, 11:59pm EST Juniors, Non-Championship $65 Elite, U23, Masters, Singlespeed $85 Collegiate $50 *ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSE Friday, January 3, 11:59pm EST* ONSITE REGISTRATION FEE Begins Tuesday, January 7, MST ( Boulder, CO time) Juniors $90 Elite, U23, Masters, Singlespeed $125 Collegiate $90 Non-Championship $80 REGISTRATION & PACKET PICK-UP LOCATION ONSITE REGISTRATION & PACKET PICK-UP TIMES* (all times local to Boulder, CO) TBD Tuesday, January 7, :00pm-6:00pm Wednesday, January 8, :00am-2:00pm Thursday, January 9, :00am-2:00pm Friday, January 10, :00am-2:00pm Saturday, January 11, :00am-2:00pm Sunday, January 12, :00am-2:00pm *Registration will close the night before each event. Day-of registration is not allowed. Call-up Procedures Call-ups will be determined by methods specific to each class. Priority is indicated by numerical order below (next page). UCI rules mandate that riders must pre-register (online) in order to maintain their call-up position for Juniors Males, U23, and Elite classes. 18 Updated 1/6/2014

19 ELITE/U23 1 Defending National Champion from previous year (same class) 2 Order of UCI rankings as of Monday, January 6, 2014 at 11:59pm EST 3 USA Cycling Rider Rankings as of Monday, January 6, 2014 at 11:59pm EST 4 Riders without pre-reg, UCI or USAC ranking points will be called-up by random order JUNIORS 1 Defending National Champion from previous year (same class) Finishers 2-7 returning to the same age class from the previous year s National 2 Championships The National Champion from the next younger age class the year before if 3 he/she has since moved to the next age class (4-Male 17-18) Order of UCI rankings as of Monday, January 6, 2014 at 11:59pm EST 4 (5) USA Cycling Rider Rankings as of Monday, January 6, 2014 at 11:59pm EST Remaining riders will be called-up by random order after the first four (4) 5 (6) methods MASTERS/SINGLESPEED 1 Defending National Champion from previous year (same class) Finishers 2-7 returning to the same age class from the previous year s National 2 Championships The National Champion from the next younger age class the year before if 3 he/she has since moved to the next age class 4 USA Cycling Rider Rankings as of Monday, January 6, 2014 at 11:59pm EST Remaining riders will be called-up by random order after the first four (4) 5 methods COLLEGIATE 1 Defending National Champion from previous year (same class) Conference Champion, as determined by each Conference Director (in random 2 order) One rider per team, called one team at a time, in order of the Team Omnium results from the 2013 National Championships, followed by 3 teams that did not attend in random order. Once each team has a rider called to the line, the method will be repeated until all riders have been staged. RULES Elite, U23, Juniors UCI rules will be applied UCI rules will be applied: exception that the 33mm tire width rule will Masters & Collegiate not be enforced. Riders must have no larger than 35mm tire & compete on CX bike. No flat bars. No spiked or studded tires. UCI rules will be applied: exception that the 33mm tire width rule will not be enforced. Riders must have no larger than 35mm tire & compete Singlespeed on CX bike. No flat bars. No spiked or studded tires. Riders must have a free wheel, one cog, and drop bars. USA Cycling rules. No spiked or studded tires. No other bike restrictions. Junior 16 and younger 19 Updated 1/6/2014

20 BICYCLE RACING ASSOCIATION OF COLORADO Founded in 1976, the mission of the Bicycle Racing Association of Colorado (BRAC) is to expand and develop the sport of amateur bicycle racing in the Rocky Mountain region while ensuring quality experiences for all involved. As part of this mission, BRAC coordinates and funds an extensive Junior Development Program and burgeoning Women s Development Program. In the future, to continue our commitment and efforts to attract and retain new racers, BRAC will extend these programs to our senior and master beginner men. The BRAC Junior Program consists of: Juniors Ride Free at most BRAC events, juniors have a $0 entry fee and BRAC pays the insurance surcharge for these young athletes. Junior Road Camp each year in the last decade, 115+ juniors learn cycling skills, nutrition, training fundamentals, camaraderie and FUN at our two-day spring camp. Junior Cross Camp each year in the last decade, 125+ juniors learn cross skills, nutrition, training, camaraderie and FUN at our two-day fall camp. Colorado Mini Classic inspired by the Red Zinger Mini Classics of the 1980s, BRAC hosts a three stage, development-only race in western Colorado each year. In 2013, 135 juniors and U23 Men enjoyed the event, making the Mini Classic the largest development-only race in the country. 1 st Bike With the cooperation of partner bike shops, BRAC assists families with the purchase of a first racing bike for young athletes. Pre-J for those youngsters not yet in the juniors (kids aged 6-9), BRAC provides free non-competitive events at most criterium and cyclo-cross race days. The Pre-J Program makes its national debut at the 2014 USA Cycling Cyclo-cross National Championships. For more information on BRAC s Junior Program, please see: The BRAC Women s Program consists of: Senior Women Mentoring at select criteriums, experienced racers mentor the SW4 field for cornering, pacelines, shifting, braking and pack dynamics. 115 women were mentored at four races in Women s Racing Camp BRAC hosted this first year camp in May, 2013 with much success. With a professional coach, friendly volunteers, and a beautiful setting in Golden, 42 women attended the six hour camp to learn about the fundamentals of training, pack dynamics, cornering, and the thrill of racing. Women s Cross Camp BRAC hosted this first year camp in September, We hired Olympian and super coach Ann Trombley, staffed the camp with wonderful volunteers, and provided more than 70 women with a fun and instructive afternoon of cross skills, race starts, braking, shifting, and cornering. Women s Summit BRAC hosts a Women s Summit each fall to discuss women s cycling and to provide input and direction for BRAC s Board of Directors. For more information on BRAC s Women s Program, please see: 20 Updated 1/6/2014