Chris
2016 Columbia Century Challenge
1st Annual Challenge
Saturday, June 18, 2016
Register TODAY (AthletePath, keyword Columbia Century Challenge)
"A bike odyssey through historic Columbia County.” A challenging bicycle ride from the river through the forest with two exceptionally beautiful routes to choose from. Discover and enjoy the beautiful backroads of Columbia County, as well as the welcoming character and history of the towns you will pass through.
Start/Finish Line location: Saint Helens (St. Helens), OR, Columbia View Park
Official Website: Columbia Century Challenge
Official Facebook: facebook.com/ColumbiaCenturyChallenge
Routes
Choose from the two exciting, challenging and beautiful loops, both featuring 12 miles of the unpaved, hard-packed historic Crown-Zellerbach trail (alternative to stay on road available).
Century Plus
Metric Century Plus
Registration
Proceeds from this event to benefit the improvement of cycling tourism and safety within Columbia County.
EARLY REGISTRATION: $45.00
Go to athletepath.com/columbia-century-challenge/2016-06-18
Team registration promotion during final week! 2 riders for 1 registration fee (select the team registration option)!
EVENT DAY REGISTRATION
Time: 6-8:30 AM
Fee: $55.00
REFUNDS
There are no refunds, sorry
Schedule of Activities
SATURDAY, JUN 18
Packet pickup on the day of the event, at the start/finish line.
Start/Finish located at 275 Strand Street, Saint Helens OR, 97051
Columbia View Park on the Columbia River in downtown Saint Helens
Free off-street parking
START
Course and check-in opens at 6 AM. Coffee and snacks available. We encourage those participating in the Century Plus to leave no later than 7 AM. Those participating in the Metric Century Plus should leave no later than 9 AM. (There will not be a mass start; as soon as you have your packet and have attached your bib to your jersey you are free to take off). Helmets required.
FINISH & SWAG
Finish line closes at 9 PM. Please cross the finish line area so we can properly account for all returning riders and have the chance to congratulate you on your accomplishment. Each participant will receive a cool pint glass with the ride logo etched into it as an achievement reward and a way of thanking you all for being a part of this inaugural event!
SPECTATORS & POST-EVENT FUN
Saint Helens Kiwanis Day Parade and Carnival will take place near the start/finish line the same day. Parade starts in uptown along Columbia Blvd. near Hwy 30 at noon. Carnival will be going on in downtown Saint Helens by the waterfront, near the start/finish line, as well as a beer garden. Riders can enjoy dinner at Klondike Restaurant for 20% off.
Ride Support
This is a fully supported ride with rest stops stocked equipped with snacks and water for riders, a first aid kit, and communications support thanks to our generous volunteers and sponsors. Stations are along both routes and spaced approximately 15 miles apart. All supported rest stops will have access to restrooms or port-a-potties.
Cell phone service is limited or non-existent between Vernonia and Clatskanie along Hwy-47. Communication support for this ride generously provided by PARG, Phantom Amateur Radio Group.
Barlow Bikes and Genevalle will be providing mechanical support along the route via motorcycle. If you or someone else needs assistance, please relay the information to the nearest rest stop and roving support along the route will be radioed to provide assistance.
Sponsors
Major thanks to our lead sponsors NW Natural and the City of St. Helens
Other generous sponsorships and in-donations kindly provided by: Wauna Credit Union; Phantom Amateur Radio Group (PARG); Dave’s Killer Bread; Fort George Brewery; Odwalla Bar; Skout Backcountry; Genevalle; Barlow Bikes; Vernonia Dental; St. Helens Tea Time; St. Helens Klondike Restaurant & Bar; Scappoose Grocery Outlet; St. Helens Safeway; M.J.K. Carpet Service; Online Marketing Resources; and Keep St. Helens Geared.
Volunteers
We’d appreciate your help! Contact Paul Barlow at the information below to find out how you can help.
Contact Info
www.cyclecolumbiacounty.com
info@cyclecolumbiacounty.com
Chris Brannen