ABOUT
Referred to as “America’s Race,” the second annual USA Pro Cycling Challenge will take place August 20-26, 2012, a week proclaimed by Governor John Hickenlooper as “Colorado Cycling Holiday,” and travel through 12 host cities from Durango to Denver. More than 1 million spectators are expected to once again line the route to see if Levi Leipheimer will defend his title as reigning champion, while millions more around the world watch the race live on television and online through the Tour Tracker.
More information can be found online at www.USAProCyclingChallenge.com
SPECTATOR VIEWING
The best viewing areas will be along the course route in Minturn along Highway 24, in Eagle-Vail along Highway 6, in Avon at the Avon Road and Highway 6 roundabout, and Village Road in Beaver Creek. Don’t forget to bring your flags from all of the participating rider countries, cowbells, noise makers to cheer on the riders, and to dress up in costume. Bring water, sunscreen, a hat and plan for all types of weather.
BIKE VALET
A bike valet will be available at Creekside Park, located on the north side of Beaver Creek Village, providing a secure location for spectators to leave their bikes while enjoying the race and many activities in Beaver Creek. The bike valet will open at 11AM and all bikes should be picked up no later than 6PM
PARKING INFORMATION
Due to Beaver Creek’s unique location, spectators are encouraged to leave their cars at home and bike or hike to the resort to watch the exciting finish.
Spectator Parking Information:
There will be no in-resort parking in Beaver Creek Thursday, Aug. 23. Public parking for all bike race spectators will be available in the Traer Creek/Rodeo Lot in Avon and the Bear Lot at the base of the resort.
Rodeo Parking Lot:
FROM I-70 WESTBOUND (Denver/Vail): Exit 168-Wal-Mart/Post Blvd and follow the signs to the Traer Creek/Rodeo Lot.
FROM I-70 EASTBOUND (Eagle/Edwards): Exit 167-Avon and follow the signs to the Traer Creek/Rodeo Lot.
Shuttle Service: Complimentary shuttle service will be running from the Rodeo Parking Lot to Beaver Creek Village from 8AM to 2:15PM The last pick up in the Rodeo Lot will be at 2:15PM for the last transport uphill prior to the road closure to accommodate the bike race finish.
Bear Parking Lot:
Beaver Creek’s Bear Lot, located west of Prater Road, will be available for spectator parking until it fills. A dedicated shuttle will operate between the Bear and Elk lots from 5AM to 2:15PM. The Elk Lot is being used for race organization operations and space will be very limited.
Shuttle service will resume following the awards ceremony of the Stage 4 finish, which likely will be at 4:30PM
AVON BUS INFORMATION
Bus Service will be suspended from 3:15PM to 4:30PM throughout town
ECO TRANSIT INFORMATION
ECO Transit passengers should expect route deviations and delays between approximately 2 and 4PM on Thursday, Aug. 23 during Stage 4 of the USA Pro Cycling Challenge. The Eagle County portion starts at the top of Tennessee Pass with racers traveling on U.S. Highways 6 and 24 through Minturn and Eagle-Vail on their way to the finish at Beaver Creek. All traffic will be stopped or diverted while cyclists are on the course. ECO Transit will continue to run all scheduled routes; however, delays of 20 to 45 minutes should be expected and passengers should plan accordingly.
Every stop on Highway 6 from the Forest Service Park and Ride to Avon Station and the Elk Lot will be affected and delays are expected for both eastbound and westbound buses. Passengers whose stops are closed due to the race will only be permitted to exit once the bus reaches the next open stop. It may be necessary for passengers to catch a bus in the opposite direction to reach their final destination.
For more information on transit schedules, contact the ECO Transit Dispatch Center at 970-328-3520 ext. 1