The Second Ascent Ballard Criterium - 2014

Thanks to everyone who came out to make the 2014 race a great success!! We sincerely appreciate all the great racing we've been able to be a part of over the years. 

Congrats to Dave, Ivy and all the other day's winners. Full results can be found here at GCRacing 


As we pass the torch, we're looking forward to seeing what the next iteration of the Ballard Crit looks like.

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2014 marks the 21st running of the Second Ascent Ballard Criterium! One of Seattle’s classic bike races with a great city course, lots of fans and a fantastic atmosphere. Just like the original crits in Belgium, the keystone pro event kicks off at 7:30pm with fans spilling out of the local bars and restaurants to watch and cheer.

DATE
Saturday, June 7, 2014

LOCATION
Ballard, WA (Start/finish at Ballard Ave. NW & 20th Ave. NW)

COURSE DESCRIPTION
Four corner, ~1km on bumpy city streets with a very slight side hill.

REGISTRATION:
There are two ways to register: on line at USA Cycling and day of race. Some categories sell out, so reserve your place now. Online registration is here!

Masters Category 1-4 Racers: Your second race is half price. If you want to double up and do two races, register for both on line and we'll kick you back $15 when you check in. 
Day of race registration will open at 2:30pm and close 15 minutes prior to each category’s start time. Registration will be located behind the start/finish truck. 

USA Cycling license required to race.  One day licenses are available for Cat 5 men’s and Cat 4 women’s races only. The cost is $10. All other categories must have a USA Cycling annual license ($60) which can be purchased from USA Cycling (not for sale at the race.)

COST
$30 plus WA State sales tax per race for USCF licensed riders.

RACE NUMBERS
WSBA bib numbers will be used and can be purchased from WSBA (not for sale day of race). Rental numbers will be available at the race for a $10 rental fee (of which $5 is a refundable upon return of number). For out-of-state riders there is no fee to rent a number, just a $5 deposit. Numbers will go on your RIGHT side.

NOTES
All USCF rules will be enforced! All riders must sign a waiver and wear an USCF approved helmet! USA Cycling permit - Coming soon.

OTHER INFORMATION
USA Cycling Permit: 2014-1075-Second Ascent Ballard Criterium

RESULTS
2013 Winners: P/1/2 Men: Ian Crane, P/1/2/3 Women: Rae Shaw  Full Results
2012 Winners: P/1/2 Men: Ian Tubbs, P/1/2/3 Women: Jocelyn Setter  Full Results
2011 Winners: P/1/2 Men: Steve Fisher, P/1/2/3 Women: Jennifer Triplett  Full Results
2010 Winners: P/1/2 Men: Ian Crane , P/1/2/3 Women: Jadine Riley  Full Results
2009 Winners: P/1/2 Men: Steven Beardsley , P/1/2/3 Women: Tela Crane  
2008 Winners P/1/2 Men: Grant Boursaw, P/1/2/3 Women: Tricia Bailey  
2007 Winners P/1/2 Men: Russell Stevenson, P/1/2/3 Women: Jadine Riley  
PRIZES
Cash and merchandise as indicated below
START TIME
CATEGORY (FIELD SIZE)
LENGTH
PLACES
PRIZE LIST
3:30
Women Category 4 (50)
25 min
5
Prizes
4:00
Men Category 4 & 5 (75)
35 min
5
Prizes
4:45
Masters Men (35+ Cat1-4) (100)
40 min
5
Prizes
5:40
Women Category P/1/2/3 (100)
35 min
5
50% of Entries
6:30
Men Category 3 (100)
50 min
5
$250
7:30

Men Category P/1/2 (100)
70 min
10
$950
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