Elkhorn Classic Stage Race

Nathan Hobson

2002-03-06

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Hi,



I know the cancellation of the Tour of Willamette is a disappointment for all of us, but do not despair. There is still a race on the calendar that will challenge your body and lift your spirits: The Elkhorn Classic Stage Race. This three day, four stage timed event will be held in Baker City, Oregon June 7th, 8th and 9th, 2002. Categories offered: Men Pro 1/2, Men 3/4, Men Masters 40+, and One Women's field open to all that want to race. ALL CATEGORIES RIDE THE SAME COURSES.



The first race, Oregon Trail Road Race is approximately 85 miles with 4,200' of climbing on a beautiful scenic loop that crosses many points of the original Oregon Trail. The first group will start Friday at 2:00 PM leaving ample time to drive over on Friday morning. The next morning will be a 10 mile ITT to the base of the Blue Mountains on an out and back course. This will be followed by the afternoon downtown Gold Rush Criterium. There is a guaranteed $1,000 cash in primes up for grabs on the flat wide streets of historic Baker City. You'll want to save a little as Sunday morning is the signature race: The Elkhorn Road Race. This epic 100 mile loop crosses the Elkhorn ridge of the Blue Mountains not once but twice. It is an Oregon scenic byway, travels through farms, ghost towns, a ski area, and has about 8,000' of climbing. This is definitely a stage that could rearrange the GC.



The Elkhorn Classic Stage Race is a 100% payout event. There will be medals awarded to the top three finishers of each stage in each category. Trophies will be awarded to the top three finishers in each category for the GC.



Entry fees are discounted if postmarked before May 12th and be sure to look into the team discount option with four or more riders. There are no registration opportunities after June 4th and field sizes will be limited to 100 riders in each field. All registration details are available on the web page. Also, look for a flyer coming soon.



Lodging has been arranged at the host hotel, The Sunridge Inn, or at the modern High School for $5.00 per night per person. Baker City has all the amenities and is excited to showcase the city and surrounding country to our peleton. There will be a lot of riders coming from Idaho, Montana, and Washington, so bring your "A" game to show the Northwest how strong we can ride.



Check out course profiles, lodging details, registration details and more at http://www.elkhornclassic.com

Email me at sixho-@attbi.com with questions.

Call if you would rather @ (503) 652-3763



See you at the races!

Nathan Hobson









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<DIV><FONT face=Arial>Hi,</FONT></DIV>

<DIV> </DIV>

<DIV><FONT face=Arial>I know the cancellation of the Tour of Willamette is

a disappointment for all of us, but do not despair. There is still a race on the

calendar that will challenge your body and lift your spirits: The Elkhorn

Classic Stage Race.  This three day, four stage timed event will be held in

Baker City, Oregon June 7th, 8th and 9th, 2002.  Categories offered:

Men Pro 1/2, Men 3/4, Men Masters 40+, and One Women's field open to all that

want to race.  ALL CATEGORIES RIDE THE SAME COURSES.</FONT></DIV>

<DIV><FONT face=Arial></FONT> </DIV>

<DIV><FONT face=Arial>The first race, Oregon Trail Road Race is approximately 85

miles with 4,200' of climbing on a beautiful scenic loop that crosses many

points of the original Oregon Trail.  The first group will start Friday at

2:00 PM leaving ample time to drive over on Friday morning.  The next

morning will be a 10 mile ITT to the base of the Blue Mountains on an out and

back course.  This will be followed by the afternoon downtown Gold

Rush Criterium.  There is a guaranteed $1,000 cash in primes up for grabs

on the flat wide streets of historic Baker City.  You'll want to save a

little as Sunday morning is the signature race: The Elkhorn Road Race. 

This epic 100 mile loop crosses the Elkhorn ridge of the Blue Mountains not once

but twice.  It is an Oregon scenic byway, travels through farms, ghost

towns, a ski area, and has about 8,000' of climbing.  This is definitely a

stage that could rearrange the GC.</FONT></DIV>

<DIV><FONT face=Arial></FONT> </DIV>

<DIV><FONT face=Arial>The Elkhorn Classic Stage Race is a 100% payout

event.  There will be medals awarded to the top three finishers of

each stage in each category.  Trophies will be awarded to the top three

finishers in each category for the GC.  </FONT></DIV>

<DIV><FONT face=Arial></FONT> </DIV>

<DIV><FONT face=Arial>Entry fees are discounted if postmarked before May

12th and be sure to look into the team discount option with four or more

riders.  There are no registration opportunities after June 4th and field

sizes will be limited to 100 riders in each field. All registration details

are available on the web page.  Also, look for a flyer coming

soon.  </FONT></DIV>

<DIV> </DIV>

<DIV><FONT face=Arial>Lodging has been arranged at the host hotel, The Sunridge

Inn, or at the modern High School for $5.00 per night per person.  Baker

City has all the amenities and is excited to showcase the city and surrounding

country to our peleton.  There will be a lot of riders coming from Idaho,

Montana, and Washington, so bring your "A" game to show the Northwest how strong

we can ride.</FONT></DIV>

<DIV><FONT face=Arial></FONT> </DIV>

<DIV><FONT face=Arial>Check out course profiles, lodging details, registration

details and more at <A

href="http://www.elkhornclassic.com">http://www.elkhornclassic.com</A>

</FONT></DIV>

<DIV><FONT face=Arial>Email me at <A

href="mailto:sixho-@attbi.com">sixho-@attbi.com</A> with

questions.</FONT></DIV>

<DIV><FONT face=Arial>Call if you would rather @ (503) 652-3763</FONT></DIV>

<DIV> </DIV>

<DIV><FONT face=Arial>See you at the races!</FONT></DIV>

<DIV><FONT face=Arial>Nathan Hobson</FONT></DIV>

<DIV> </DIV>







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