Tuesday, September 22, 2009

Omaha Cyclocross Weekend Information

Omaha Cyclocross Weekend
October 3rd and 4th , 2009
Swanson Park, Bellevue, Nebraska
Sponsored by Xtreme Wheels

The Velo Veloce Cycling Club invites all cyclocross riders to the Omaha area to participate in the opening weekend of the Nebraska Cyclocross Series, October 3rd and 4th. Swanson is an excellent venue, with a flowing course and, of course, the sand. New this year will be will be a set of barriers. First day features power climbs suited to the explosive rider, while the course in reverse on Sunday flows fast and favors the smooth bike handler. (USA Cycling Permit 2009-2362)

SATURDAY RACE SCHEDULE:
Time Race Duration Payout Entry Fee*
12 p.m. Mens 3/4 40 min 30/25/20 $20
1 p.m. Women 1/2/3 45 min 35/20 $20
1 p.m. Men 40+/50+ 45 min. 35/25/20 $20
2 p.m. Men 4 30 min. Merch $20
2 p.m. Women 4 30 min. Merch $20
2 p.m. Junior Men 30 min. Merch $10
2 p.m. Junior Women 30 min Merch $10
3 p.m. Mens 1/2/3 60 min. 70/40/35/30/25 $25
SUNDAY RACE SCHEDULE:
Time Race Duration Prize List Entry Fee*
9 a.m. Mens 3/4 40 min 30/25/20 $20
10 a.m. Women /2/3 45 min 30/20 $20
10 a.m. Men 40+/50+ 45 min. 30/25/20 $20
11 a.m. Men 4 30 min. Merch $20
11 a.m. Women 4 30 min. Merch $20
11 a.m. Junior Men 30 min. Merch $10
11 a.m. Junior Women 30 min Merch $10
12 p.m. Mens 1/2/3 60 min. 70/40/35/30/25 $25

The Fine Print: All riders must have a racing license or purchase a 1-day license for $10. 1-day license available only for those racing Cat 4. Mtn bikes can be used without bar-ends. Helmets must be worn at all times when on a bike. Lapped riders finish on the lead lap. $10 to enter an additional race on the same day. On-site registration will close 15 minutes before each event. If you need more information or need recommendations on accomadations, please contact the organizer at drcrist at cox dot net

Directions to Swanson: From I-80, take Hwy 75 south, exit at Cornhusker Road. Turn right (west) onto Cornhusker Road. Go west approx. 1 mile to what would be 34th St. Look for a brick sign with scrolling letters for the Bellevue Fire Dept Training Center. Turn right, and the park entrance is about 75 yards ahead on the left.

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