2012 Ring of Fire
Presented by WILD WING CAFE
(161 Biltmore Ave. Asheville, NC)
Join the VeloSports Racing Team for a 12 race training series on a SAFE and FAST 500 meter track! There will be road bike racing in all categories plus FREE kids races. The MOST FUN you can have with GEARS ON!!!
Race Description:
Points style criterium – Sprint for points every 5th lap and DOUBLE POINTS on last lap.
CASH PRIZES AND/OR TROPHIES FOR THE TOP 3 SERIES FINISHERS IN EACH CATEGORY!!!
We are happy to announce that the “Pink Taco Truck” will be on hand serving great southwestern cuisine
Race prizes provided by our GREAT sponsors:
Clif Bar – DeFeet – Mtn Air Roasting – YoungBlood Bicycles – spin-tech TRAINING – The Family Health Center – Essential Journeys – Chamois Butt’r - Road ID – GNC Skyland Plaza – BlueRidge Crossfit – Second Gear – Omnium Bodyworks – Token – Retro Lube
All USCF Rules and regulations apply. All racers must fill out & sign a 2011 USCF release form at each event. One-day (FOR ONLY Cat 5 men and Cat 4 women) and annual license applications will be available at registration . No areo bars allowed. US DOT, ANSI, or other approved helmets required for all races, including warm up and cool down. All distances may vary at the discretion of the promoter and official based on time, weather and/or field size.
FREE KIDS & JUNIORS RACE @ 5:30
| Race Order | Laps/Distance | Entry Fee | Prizes | Place |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Juniors 10 – 14** | 10 Laps | FREE | Race Primes | 3 |
| Masters 35+ Cat 1 – 4 (Handicapped points) |
30 Laps | $15 | Race Primes | 3 |
| “C” Category: Cat 4 – 5 |
20 Laps | $15 | Race Primes | 3 |
| “B” Category Cat 3/4 |
40 Laps | $15 | Race Primes | 3 |
| “A” Category Cat Pro 1-3 Men & Cat Pro 1-3 Women |
60 Laps | $15 | $$CASH$$Payout 3 Deep & Series Trophies | 3 |
| Combined Masters 50+ Open and Womens Cat Pro 1-3* * * p/bAsheville Family Health Centers | 25 Laps | $15 | $$CASH$$Payout 3 Deep & Series Trophies | 3 |
Want more fun? Add a second race for only $10.00
Make checks payable to Velosports Racing.
* Juniors will be allowed to enter elite categories.
* * Kids and Junior races start at 5:30 ALL AGES. Juniors 10-14 race will be 10 laps with 6 or more kids. Fewer may result in a shorter race. Juniors must have a license if 10 or older. Juniors are free for the Juniors race only.
* * * Women will be scored separately.
Purse may increase with field size but will not exceed $499.00.
Rain days will be announced at 6 pm day of the race at the track.
Registration opens at 5:00 PM and closes 15 minutes prior to race start.
| Race Dates | 2012 Schedule |
|---|---|
| March 21 | No Kids or Junior races* |
| April 4 | No Kids or Junior races* |
| April 18 | All Categories |
| May 2 | All Categories |
| May 16 & 30 | All Categories, plus 50+ Mens Open & Womens P, 1-3 |
| June 13 & 27 | All Categories, plus 50+ Mens Open & Womens P, 1-3 |
| July 11 & 25 | All Categories, plus 50+ Mens Open & Womens P, 1-3 |
| August 8 & 22 | All Categories |
| September 5 | Rain Date |
| Where | Carrier Park, Amboy Road, Asheville, NC, Exit 1C Off of I-240 |
|---|---|
| Course | 500 Meter paved 2-4% degree sloped enclosed TRACK (www.mellowdrome.com) |
| Time | Registration 5-7 PM, First Adult Race Begins at 6 PM, SHARP! FIRST TWO Races of the Season will start at 5:30!!! Starting with the Masters Race!!! |
| Contact | VeloSports Racing (Andrew Kimble 215.962.4826/ andyk1973@earthlink.net or Wade Turlington 828-335-7494) |
| When | See Race Dates & Schedule Info |
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All USAC Rules and regulations apply. All racers must fill out & sign a 2012 USAC release form at each event. One-day and annual license applications will be available at registration. No aero bars allowed. US DOT, CPSC, or other approved helmets required for all races, including warm up and cool down. All distances may vary at the discretion of the promoter and official based on time, weather and/or field size.
Held Under USA Cycling Event Permit Number: 2012-590
Primes & Payouts: Primes must be claimed immediately after your race.Primes can be collected from the announcer or in the registration area. Not at the officials table. Unclaimed primes will be used at promoter’s discretion. Payouts will take place in the registration area following the 15 min protest period.
Warm-up & Blue Band Rules: Riders are allowed to warm-up BELOW the blue band during an active race. Warming-up “on track” during an active race can result in disqualification from the event. No going onto the blue band at any time and definitely no advancing on the blue band during a race. Failure to stay above the blue band can result in relegation or disqualification.
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