Eugene Celebration Cycling Classic

Eugene Celebration Cycling Classic sponsored by Trek/VW
Eugene, Oregon

SEPTEMBER 20-21
Produced by Downtown Events Management, Inc

Racing returns to downtown Eugene for the 2003 Eugene Celebration Cycling Classic
Since its inception more than twenty years ago, the Eugene Celebration Cycling Classic has grown to be one of the most exciting events of the year- one that, in years past, has drawn racers from all across the Northwest. Since current Race Director Jim Anderson took over in 1999, the race has steadily increased its levels of participation. In 1999, it drew 200 racers; just one year later, that number had grown to over 320, making the Eugene Celebration Cycling Classic the second biggest race in Oregon for 2000, behind only the Tour of Willamette, a National Racing Calendar event. While a majority of the racers came from Oregon, there was also a sizeable contingent from Washington, Canada, California, and elsewhere in the Northwest. As a result, the race was a huge success, and inspired the organizers to make it even bigger: in 2002, a stage was run in downtown Eugene for the first time in years, attracting record crowds and raising public awareness of the event to all-time highs.

Taking place on September 20-21, the 2003 Eugene Celebration Cycling Classic will feature a newly-added road race, as well as a new time trial course in the southwest Eugene area, and the ever-popular downtown circuit race. The road race will be challenging, with a mix of hills, rolling terrain and flats that will make it a test of each rider’s overall skills. The circuit race in downtown Eugene, which has been a part of the Eugene Celebration Cycling Classic since its earliest days, is around the west side of Skinner’s Butte Park and will make for a classic finale to one of the Northwest’s best cycling events. Along with fast and exciting road racing, there will be a non-competitive bike race for kids of all ages and abilities. So get ready for some great racing at this September, a perfect way to end the bike race season at a challenging race and a big downtown celebration!

2003 Race Details:
∑ The Eugene Celebration Cycling Classic is organized as part of the 3-day Eugene Celebration Festival produced by Downtown Events Management, Inc.
∑ Oregon Bicycle Race Association (OBRA) Event
∑ This event is part of the FIAC (Federation of Independent Associations for Cycling, which OBRA is associated with) National Points Series (NPS) competition in 2003 in which riders earn points toward an overall national title. The following classes are eligible for points: Pro/1/2, Cat 3, Women - more info available at: www.fiac.us
∑ OBRA B.A.R. Race
∑ For out of state or country we waive OBRA day license fees.
∑ All categories are a timed stage race
∑ Women’s event will track Cat. 4 and Masters 35+ Women for OBRA B.A.R, but scored/prized as Women Overall. Please note on registration if Cat4 or WM35+
∑ Race Website: http://www.obra.org/eugene_celebrationStage 1: Lorane Valley Road Race - SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20th
Crest Elementary School, Eugene

10:00am - Pro/1/2 - 5 laps (11.4m lap + 8.4m start/finish) 65.4Miles/104.6Km
10:15 - Cat. 3 - 5 laps (11.4m lap + 8.4m start/finish) 65.4Miles/104.6Km
10:25 - Women - 4 laps (11.4m lap + 8.4m start/finish) 54Miles/86.4Km
12:40pm - Cat. 4/5 - 4 laps (11.4m lap + 8.4m start/finish) 54Miles/86.4Km
12:55 - Masters Men 35+(cat3/4) - 5 laps (11.4m lap + 8.4m start/finish) 65.4Miles/104.6Km

Start/Finish: Crest Elementary School
Course: Course is 11.4m/18.KM course done as laps with a out/back portion of 4.2m(done once out and once back, 8.4m/13.1KM) with 1 – 1.5m and 1 - .5m gradual climbs, lots of flat portions and a slight up hill to the finish. Race Course uses following roads: Lorane Hwy, Spencer Creek Rd, Gimpl Hill Rd, Bailey Hill Rd, Crest Drive
Parking: Is in elementary school lot. Please be respectful of nearby residents.
Directions: From I-5 North and South, Merge onto I-105 W/ OR-126 W via exit number 194B toward EUGENE, Take the JEFFERSON ST. exit on the left toward FAIRGROUNDS, Proceed on Jefferson St. to W 11th, Right on W 11th, proceed on W11th to Chambers St, left onto Chambers St. Up and Over Chambers St hill, to Crest Drive (T), Left onto Crest Drive to Start/Finish area.

Stage 2: Lorane Valley Time Trial - SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20th
Crest Elementary School, Eugene
***First rider off at 4:30PM - The TT will follow the same start order as the morning’s road race schedule and follows order of racers registering. Start times will be posted after registration closes or after road race. ***
Course: Time Trial course is on out/back section of road racecourse. It is a gradual downhill to turnaround and then gradual uphill to finish, good to excellent pavement. Course is out and back (turnaround at 4.1m/6.73KM) total of 8.2 miles/13.12KM. Start/Finish area is same as road race.
Stage 3: Skinner Butte Park Criterium - SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21st
Skinner Butte Park, Eugene
9:30AM Cat. 4/5 45 min/plus 1lap
10:30 Women 45 min/plus 1lap
11:30 Kids Race (Course will be set up with cones) - 4-6 yrs – 2laps, 7-8 yrs – 3-5 Laps, 9-11 yrs – 4-6 Laps.
12:00PM Masters Men 35+(cat3/4) 45 min/plus 1lap
1:00 Cat. 3 60 min/plus 1lap
2:15 Pro/1/2 70 min/plus 1lap
Start/Finish: Between 1st and 2nd Ave on Lawrence St.
Course: Uses following roads: Skinner Butte Park loop, Lincoln, 3rd st, Lawrence, and Cheshire Roads. Course is .85m/1.36KM, includes wide flat city streets and a 500m gradual hill. Finish is on flat portion of course.
Parking: Please respect local residents and their need for parking in this area. Racers are urged to not park North of 2nd and Washington. Please do not park in business lots. City street parking is available on Lincoln, Lawrence, Washington, Jefferson and Charnelton Streets.
Directions: FROM I-5 NORTH/SOUTH: Take the I-105 W/OR-126 W exit number 194B- towards Eugene. Merge onto I-105 W. Take the OR-99 S/Jefferson St. exit on the left towards City Center. Keep Left at the fork in the ramp. Merge onto W 7TH AVE S. Stay straight to go onto W 7TH AVE. Turn Left onto Jefferson, Washington, Lincoln or Lawrence Streets for parking.

Prize List is for General Classification
(“Primes” for Criterium will be $275 given away throughout all the races in different increments.)
Pro/1/2 $1100 ALL CASH, Ribbons top 5 – 15 places.
Cat. 3 $600 ALL CASH, Ribbons top 5 – 7 places.
Cat. 4/5 $100 Value of product as prizes (TBA), Ribbons top 5 – 5 places
Masters 35+(cat3/4) $100 ALL CASH, Ribbons top 5 – 5 places
Women $525 ALL CASH, Ribbons top 5 – 5 places

Entry Info:
Entry Fee: $65.00 before 9/15, after or day of race is $75.00
Juniors (18 under) Fees: $20.00 before 9/15, after or day of race is $30.00
WE REALLY NEED RACERS TO PRE-REGISTER THIS YEAR! PLEASE DO SO.

Cancellation refund policy:
Now through July 31st 100%
August 1st - August 20th 75%
August 21st – August 31st 50%
September 1st – September 15th 25%
After September 15th 0%

Team Discount: If FIVE or more registrations are received from members of the same team in the same envelope the fee will be: $55.00 per rider. That is a savings of over 15% per rider! Riders do not have to be in the same category and male and female team members will count toward the five-rider minimum. Example: Team Oregon sends eight riders: 2 cat 1 & 2, 3 cat 3 & 4, 1 Master 40 +, & 2 women. The total fee would be $440 instead of the $520 if they all signed up individually.
Team discount registrations need to be received by September 15th. Discount is not available after 9/15.
Register online at Online Registration is available until Friday Sept. 20th, however late fees apply after Sept. 15th. Easy Online Registration is available at www.orbike.com. Prices online are discounted to compensate for charges to racers. We encourage you to use online registration through orbike.com!

Registration Info:
Pre-register by sending checks payable to Downtown Events Management, Inc (or DEMI) and mail with a OBRA standard release to: ECCC, Attn: Jim Anderson 1467 Greentree Circle, Lake Oswego, OR 97034. Pre-Registration is suggested. Racers will be issued a race bible and packet with additional information after all registration requirements have been met.
All categories are timed events and therefore, all riders must complete each stage to be in General Classification.
Race Director and officials reserves the right to combine or split groups. All OBRA racing rules apply. ANSI approved helmets required. Entrants under 18 must have a parent or guardians sign a release.
Race Info and Flyer will be available at: www.obra.org, and www.eugenecelebration.com
Official Race Website:
http://www.obra.org/eugene_celebration/index.htm

Host Housing:
New addition this year - host housing will be available for everyone, first come first served! Please submit requests for host housing by visiting Eugene Celebration Cycling Classic section of on website: http://www.obra.org/eugene_celebration
ALL Requests must be filled by Monday, September 15th to guarantee housing.
Questions regarding host housing or to be a host contact: Richard Sweet, eugenehost@hotmail.com or 541-334-6449

Accommodations: Hotel/Motel Rooms are filling up fast, please plan ahead! There is a huge football game and lots going on in Eugene that weekend!
The following hotels/motels are giving cycling classic a special rate, please mention cycling classic when booking.
Hampton Inn 3780 W 11th Eugene, OR 97402 - (541) 431-1225 - Single/Double/Triple/Quad $99.00 plus tax
Downtown Motel 361 W 7th Ave Eugene, OR 97401
800-648-4366 - Single $35.00 Double $40.00-$45.00 Triple $50.00 Quad $53.00 (plus tax)
Westfir Lodge 47365 1st WESTFIR, OR 97492 - (541) 782-3103 - Single $65.00 double $90.00 Triple $145.00 Quad $182.00
(plus tax)
Other non-cycling classic Motel/Hotels are:
Valley River Inn. 1000 Valley River Way. (541) 687-0123.
Hilton Eugene. 66 East 6th. (541) 342-2000
Doubletree Hotel Eugene/Springfield. 3280 Gateway. (541) 726-8181
Best Western. 1655 Franklin Bv. (541) 683-3669
Red Lion Hotel. 205 Coburg Rd. (541) 342-5201
Holiday Inn Express. Beltline Rd & Gateway Rd. (541) 746-8471
Camping Accommodations – please look up www.oregonstateparks.org or www.lanecounty.org

All About Lane County, please be sure to visit:
Convention and Visitors Association of Lane County Oregon (CVALCO) has been marketing Lane County as a convention, meeting, event, and leisure-travel destination to attract overnight visits, thereby enhancing the economic and social well being of Lane County's communities.
CVALCO: www.visitlanecounty.org

THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING:
Eugene Police Dept, City of Eugene, Lane County Public Works, Eugene School District/Crest Elementary, Residents of Skinners Butte Park Neighborhood, Oregon Bicycle Racing Association, OBRA Race Officials, the many volunteers (200+) and as always thanks racers!