LAKEWOOD, Colorado (June 26, 2024) — Natural Grocers Cycling will be hosting the 2024 Colorado State Criterium Championships for Masters and Juniors on June 29, at the Douglas County EVOC Track. It is also part of the Rocky Mountain Road Cup series.
THE EVENT
A criterium, or “crit”, is a unique type of bicycle race that involves multiple laps around a closed circuit on public roads that are usually closed to traffic. Crits are known for their intensity, high speeds, and unpredictable finishes. Races can last from 30 minutes to over an hour, depending on the skill level of the riders and the length of the course. Beginner crits are typically 15 miles long and last about 30 minutes, while professional races can be 60 miles long and last over an hour.
Regarding the upcoming event, Chris McGee, Event Support Program Manager for Bicycle Colorado stated, “Bicycle Colorado, which has supported bicycle advocacy, education and events for more than 30 years, is proud to designate the Natural Grocers’ Criterium as the State Championships for Masters and Junior riders in 2024. Natural Grocers is one of the longest sponsors of competitive cycling in Colorado and we are incredibly appreciative of their commitment over the last decades.”
“The inaugural Natural Grocers’ criterium will be held on the Douglas County EVOC track making it a fast non-technical criterium. The course is 1.3 miles in length with 45 feet of elevation change per lap on an excellent road surface. The first race kicks off at 8 AM, Saturday morning. Cycling enthusiasts of all types are invited to come to watch, cheer, race or volunteer,” said Natural Grocers Cycling’s Colorado Captain, Rich Klusman. “Good things happen when you race your bike.” Registration is open through Wednesday, June 26 at 10 PM/MT.
