The Walburg Classic Road Race 2012

The Walburg Classic Road Race, February 25, 2012
USAC Permit # 2012-15 – Texas Cup-State   

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* If the minimum field size of 6 riders is not met, promoter reserves the right to combine fields and adjust prize list.
* Field limits of 100 racers, except 50+ may be limited to 75. Cat 5 A/B men are limited to 50 riders each and Cat 4 women are limited to 75 per USAC regulations.
* Cat 5 racers cannot enter the 40+ or 50+ field.  60+ Cat 5 racers are strongly encouraged to enter the Cat 5 or 35+ 4/5 races.
* Junior restricted gear ratios will be in enforced per USAC regulations.  A second follow vehicle will accompany the Junior10-14 race.
** Cat 5 Men--there are 2 races at different times!  Make sure you know which one you enter online beforehand!  This category fills up fast so pre-register ASAP!

 

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Hammer
Hammer Nutrition is the Official Fuel Sponsor for The Walburg Classic Road Race. Please support them as they support cycling! Learn more about Hammer Nutrition at www.hammernutrition.com

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Registration: PRE-REGISTRATION only on www.bikereg.com will close on Friday 2/24 @1 a.m. EST. (Thursday night, Central time!) Online pre-registration fees apply. Packet pick-up will be held at Bicycle Sports Shop, 517 South Lamar Boulevard, Austin TX on Friday 2/24, between 4-7pm (no race registration will take place).

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 Directions to Walburg: From Dallas take I-35 South to exit 268 (FM 972) 3 miles north of Georgetown go east on FM 972 4 miles to Walburg. From Austin & Houston take I-35 North to exit 268 (FM 972) 3 miles north of Georgetown go east on FM 972 4 miles to Walburg. Parking: 1/2 m south of 973 on 1105.

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Course Description: 24-mile rolling course with hills, false flats, likely wind and an uphill finish in the German town of Walburg. Race rollout from parking, racing starts at Walburg Mercantile restaurant at left turn connecting FM 972 / FM 1105. FM 1105 out of town to Theon, continuing to Schwertner. Take a right turn at Schwertner on FM 487. Next turn is on FM 301 heading south/right. Take a right turn on FM 972 back into Walburg. See course map below: 

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All USAC rules are in effect. Wheels will be neutral. Event held rain or shine. Unlicensed Riders will be required to purchase a one-day license ($10.00).  This is a TXBRA-endorsed State Cup Series Event where State Cup points are calculated.  ***Riders holding foreign licenses must present a valid 2012 UCI license in order to be eligible to race. Expired licenses will not be accepted. If you have any questions regarding your eligibility, please contact the race director no later than February 18 for verification.***

Contact: James Ezell, walburgclassic@gmail.com, 512-619-5750   

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