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
Join us for the KMC Sage City Classic on Saturday, August 22, 2026, in the picturesque town of Monticello, Piatt County, Illinois! This thrilling cycling road race promises a fantastic day of competition and camaraderie, featuring two exciting distance options: a 50K for those looking for a more relaxed ride and a challenging 100K for competitive cyclists eager to test their endurance and strategy. The race will kick off at Pepsin Hill, providing smooth pavement and open terrain for an enjoyable experience.
Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, the KMC Sage City Classic welcomes riders of all levels. Participants aiming for the 100K should be prepared to maintain a minimum average speed of 15 mph, while the 50K is perfect for newcomers to road racing. With awards for the top three overall male and female finishers in both events, along with age group categories in the 100K, there's plenty of motivation to push your limits! Plus, those who register by July 17 will receive a complimentary Sage City Classic race shirt. Don't miss out on this fantastic cycling event that promises to be safe, well-organized, and unforgettable!
Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, the KMC Sage City Classic welcomes riders of all levels. Participants aiming for the 100K should be prepared to maintain a minimum average speed of 15 mph, while the 50K is perfect for newcomers to road racing. With awards for the top three overall male and female finishers in both events, along with age group categories in the 100K, there's plenty of motivation to push your limits! Plus, those who register by July 17 will receive a complimentary Sage City Classic race shirt. Don't miss out on this fantastic cycling event that promises to be safe, well-organized, and unforgettable!
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 (empty lot west of Kelly's Accounting Service). Follow signage.
Awards will be given to the top three overall male and female finishers in both races, with additional 1st place age group awards in the 100K.
1st place 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 (empty lot west of Kelly's Accounting Service). Follow signage.
Awards will be given to the top three overall male and female finishers in both races, with additional 1st place age group awards in the 100K.
1st place 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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