KMC Sage City Classic
- Date Sat 22nd August 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Monticello, Illinois
- Price $54.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of cycling at the KMC Sage City Classic on Saturday, August 22, 2026, in the picturesque town of Monticello, Piatt County, Illinois! This exciting road race offers two fantastic distance options: a relaxed 50K for those new to road racing and a challenging 100K that caters to more experienced cyclists looking to push their limits.
The scenic course features smooth pavement and open terrain, making it a perfect setting for both competitive and recreational riders. Whether you're aiming for speed in the 100K or enjoying the ride in the 50K, there's something for everyone. The race starts and ends at Pepsin Hill, ensuring a convenient location for all participants. Plus, the top three overall male and female finishers in both races will be recognized, with additional age group awards for the 100K competitors. Early registrants can snag a free Sage City Classic race shirt, so don’t miss out on this thrilling event designed for cyclists of all levels!
The scenic course features smooth pavement and open terrain, making it a perfect setting for both competitive and recreational riders. Whether you're aiming for speed in the 100K or enjoying the ride in the 50K, there's something for everyone. The race starts and ends at Pepsin Hill, ensuring a convenient location for all participants. Plus, the top three overall male and female finishers in both races will be recognized, with additional age group awards for the 100K competitors. Early registrants can snag a free Sage City Classic race shirt, so don’t miss out on this thrilling event designed for cyclists of all levels!
Organiser's Description
The KMC Sage City Classic is a cycling road race held in Monticello, Illinois, featuring a scenic course through Piatt County. The event is designed to accommodate both competitive and recreational riders, offering smooth pavement, open terrain, and an enjoyable road racing experience in central Illinois.
This race will be held on Saturday, August 22 with two distance options. The 50K is intended to be a more laid-back race, ideal for riders newer to road racing or those looking for a shorter, less intense event. The 100K is a more competitive race that emphasizes endurance, pack riding, and race strategy. Riders registering for the 100K should be able to maintain a minimum average speed of 15 mph; participants who are unsure they can meet this pace are encouraged to select the 50K.
The race will originate and conclude at Pepsin Hill (behind Kelly's Accounting Service). Follow signage.
Awards will be given to the top three overall male and female finishers in both races, with additional age group awards in the 100K.
100K Age Group award categories: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Participants who register by July 17 will receive a free Sage City Classic race shirt with their entry.
The KMC Sage City Classic is focused on providing a safe, well-organized event and a quality road racing experience for riders of all levels.
This race will be held on Saturday, August 22 with two distance options. The 50K is intended to be a more laid-back race, ideal for riders newer to road racing or those looking for a shorter, less intense event. The 100K is a more competitive race that emphasizes endurance, pack riding, and race strategy. Riders registering for the 100K should be able to maintain a minimum average speed of 15 mph; participants who are unsure they can meet this pace are encouraged to select the 50K.
The race will originate and conclude at Pepsin Hill (behind Kelly's Accounting Service). Follow signage.
Awards will be given to the top three overall male and female finishers in both races, with additional age group awards in the 100K.
100K Age Group award categories: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Participants who register by July 17 will receive a free Sage City Classic race shirt with their entry.
The KMC Sage City Classic is focused on providing a safe, well-organized event and a quality road racing experience for riders of all levels.
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106 S Market St., Monticello, 61856, IL, United States
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