RACE #4 - Wheelhouse Classic
Red Wing Classic, Red Wing, MN, June 17, 2012
Race Description
Red Wing Classic
Red Wing, MN
The course in Red Wing offers something for everyone. Fast sections for the strong riders, tight and twisty single track for the technically adept, and a few good climbs for those people who like to go up. Sections of double-track scattered throughout the lap allow riders to ride their own race.
The Kid's Comp course this year will be the same as last year. 1 lap of a nice mix of flowing single track and fairly mellow double track.
The Citizen course includes the best of the flowing single track on the bluff but will avoid the hardest climbs on the south side. This course is also the same as the 2010 edition with 2 laps being run.
The Sport race this year will be back to 3 laps with a few sections removed from last year. The drop and climb at the far end of the course are not in this year's race. The quarry loop and the section just prior to it are also out. The 'Stairway to Heaven' climb will still be a part of each lap.
Comp and Expert/Pro women riders will be riding 3 laps and Expert/Pro men 4 laps. The course is similar to what was run last year with the removal of the gully drop and climb at the far end, but with the addition of the top section of the downhill course thrown in for fun. You will exit the quarry to the right instead of climbing back up to the arch bridge. Click on "Course Maps" on the left to view.
This event is organized by Muddy Paws Racing. www.muddypawsracing.com
Start Times, Distances, Fees
| Class | USAC Category | Start Time | Distance | # of Laps | Pre - Registration | Day of Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kids Comp | 9:00 AM | 3.5 miles | 1 | $10 | $15 | |
| Citizen | Category 3 | 9:30 AM | 8.2 miles | 2 | $20 | $30 |
| Sport | Category 2 | 11:00 AM | 12.6 miles | 3 | $25 | $35 |
| Shimano Kids** | 12:45 PM | - | Free** | Free** | ||
| Comp | Category 2 | 1:15 PM | 18.9 miles | 3 | $25 | $35 |
| Elite Group | ||||||
| Expert & Pro Women* | Category 1, Pro | 1:10 PM | 18.9 miles | 3 | $29 | $35 |
| Expert & Pro Men* | Category 1, Pro | 1:10 PM | 25.2 miles | 4 | $29 | $35 |
| All riders 18 and under | - | - | - | $15 | $20 |
Notes:
1)* USAC Sanctioned - All Series events are USAC Mountain sanctioned. All Expert (Cat 1) riders need an annual USAC MTB License and all Pro Riders need and International License. To purchase a license visit www.usacycling.org
2) **Must Register
2011 Wheelhouse Classic
WAVE START TIMES AND LAPS
All Kids Comp 1 Lap 9:00 AM Start
Citizen 2 Laps 9:30 AM Start
Wave 1 9:30 AM Men 30 – 39, 40 - 44
Wave 2 9:32 AM Men 29 and Under
Wave 3 9:34 AM Men 45 – 49, 50 and Older, Clydesdale
Wave 4 9:36 AM All Age Group Women
Sport 3 Laps 11:00 AM Start
Wave 1 11:00 AM Men 35 – 39, 40 – 44
Wave 2 11:02 AM Men 29 & Under, Single Speed
Wave 3 11:04 AM Men 30 – 34, Clydesdale
Wave 4 11:06 AM Men 45 – 49, 50 & older
Wave 5 11:08 AM All Women Age Groups, SS Women
Shimano Kids Race 12:45 AM Start
1 Hot Lap
PRO/Expert Men & Women
4 Laps Men / 3 Laps Women 1:10 PM Start
Wave 1 1:10 PM All Men
Wave 2 1:12 PM All Women
Comp Men 3 Laps 1:15 PM Start
Wave 1 1:15 PM Men 30 – 34, 40 - 44
Wave 2 1:17 PM Men 15 – 29, Single Speed*
Wave 3 1:19 PM Men 35 – 39, 45 – 49, 50 and older *
* Change in Start order from last race
Shimano Kids Race
Attention all Kids! Participate in the Shimano Kids Race! The Shimano Youth Series is free to children ages 3 to 10.
Parent cyclists ride and race with the kids, providing motivational and physical support. Race starts at 12:45 PM! Helmets are required. Register on-site only, Sunday, June 26 by 12:30pm.
Registration and Pre-ride
There is no registration on Saturday June25. Registration will be open at 7:30 AM on Sunday June 26th.
The course will be open for pre-riding on Saturday June 25th from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM and on Sunday June 26 4 till 8:00 AM.
Online Registration
Online registration closes June 23rd at 8:00 PM. Click the link below to register online.
The Registration "MNMBS #4 Wheelhouse Classic, Sunday, June 26, 2011" is not currently available.
This Registration closed on 06/23/2011, 8:00pm (CST).
Awards
Prizes will be provided for 1st - 3rd place in each age class for Kids Comp, Citizen, Sport, Comp, Expert, & Pro classes. Top finishing Elite Group (Experts and Pros combined) will receive cash awards. See the MNSCS Guidelines for payout details.
Course Maps
Ckick here for Course Maps
Other Information
Concessions - There will be a food concession stand available from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM on Sunday.
Directions
From Rochester, MN:
Hwy 52 north out of Rochester to Hwy 58 at Zumbrota. Take 58 all the way to Red Wing. Hwy 58 turns into Bush St. at the bottom of the hill; keep going to the 4-way stop. At the stopsign turn right onto 7th St. After about 1/4 mile you'll see the entrance to Memorial Park.
From Twin Cities, MN:
Connect to Hwy 61 because this is the only way you'll get into Red Wing coming from the Cities. At the 6th. stoplight (Main and Plum) turn right onto Plum St. Go straight on Plum to the 4-way intersection at 7th. St. Turn left onto 7th. St. After about 1/4 mile you'll see the entrance to Memorial Park.
From Wisconsin:
Take Hwy. 63. Hwy 63 comes into Red Wing over the Eisenhower Bridge. The stop light coming into Red Wing is the 63 and Plum St. intersection. Turn left onto Plum St. Go straight on Plum to the 4-way intersection at 7th. St. Turn left onto 7th. St. After about 1/4 mile you'll see the entrance to Memorial Park.
