Merckx Montana Stage Race

Sunday, August 13, 2023 Past event
12:00 PM MDT
Missoula, Montana
$20.00–$40.00 · 30 races
Ultra

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of cycling at the Merckx Montana Stage Race, taking place on Sunday, August 13th, 2023, in the stunning surroundings of Missoula, Montana! This exciting event features a challenging stage race format that mirrors the prestigious Tour de France, offering participants the chance to compete in three thrilling races: the Big Sky Time Trial, the Big Sky Criterium, and the Bearmouth Chalet Road Race.

Kick off the day at 9 AM with the Time Trial, where riders will tackle a 7-mile course on Butler Creek's smooth pavement, followed by a series of criterium races in the afternoon, featuring separate categories for men and women. Participants can choose from six categories based on their USA Cycling Road Category, ensuring everyone finds their perfect fit. The action culminates in the Bearmouth Road Race starting at 10 AM, where competitors will race for the coveted overall title. Don't miss your chance to be part of this vibrant cycling community and celebrate the spirit of competition in beautiful Montana!

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Races

  • Stage Race Men A

    Saturday, Aug 12, 2023 (11:00 AM MDT)

    $40.00

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  • Stage Race Women A

    Saturday, Aug 12, 2023 (11:00 AM MDT)

    $40.00

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  • Stage Race Men B

    Saturday, Aug 12, 2023 (11:00 AM MDT)

    $40.00

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  • Stage Race Women B

    Saturday, Aug 12, 2023 (11:00 AM MDT)

    $40.00

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  • Stage Race Men C

    Saturday, Aug 12, 2023 (11:00 AM MDT)

    $40.00

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  • Stage Race Women C

    Saturday, Aug 12, 2023 (11:00 AM MDT)

    $40.00

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  • Crit and TT Only Men A

    Saturday, Aug 12, 2023 (11:00 AM MDT)

    $20.00

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  • Crit and TT Only Women A

    Saturday, Aug 12, 2023 (11:00 AM MDT)

    $20.00

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  • Crit and TT Only Men B

    Saturday, Aug 12, 2023 (11:00 AM MDT)

    $20.00

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  • Crit and TT Only Women B

    Saturday, Aug 12, 2023 (11:00 AM MDT)

    $20.00

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  • Crit and TT Only Men C

    Saturday, Aug 12, 2023 (11:00 AM MDT)

    $20.00

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  • Crit and TT Only Women C

    Saturday, Aug 12, 2023 (11:00 AM MDT)

    $20.00

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  • Road Race Only Men A

    12:00 PM MDT

    $20.00

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  • Road Race Only Women A

    12:00 PM MDT

    $20.00

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  • Road Race Only Men B

    12:00 PM MDT

    $20.00

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  • Road Race Only Women B

    12:00 PM MDT

    $20.00

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  • Road Race Only Men C

    12:00 PM MDT

    $20.00

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  • Road Race Only Women C

    12:00 PM MDT

    $20.00

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  • TT Men A

    Saturday, Aug 12, 2023 (11:00 AM MDT)

    $20.00

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  • TT Women A

    Saturday, Aug 12, 2023 (11:00 AM MDT)

    $20.00

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  • TT Men B

    Saturday, Aug 12, 2023 (11:00 AM MDT)

    $20.00

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  • TT Women B

    Saturday, Aug 12, 2023 (11:00 AM MDT)

    $20.00

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  • TT Women C

    Saturday, Aug 12, 2023 (11:00 AM MDT)

    $20.00

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  • TT Men C

    Saturday, Aug 12, 2023 (11:00 AM MDT)

    $20.00

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  • Criterium Men A

    Saturday, Aug 12, 2023 (6:00 PM MDT)

    $20.00

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  • Criterium Women A

    Saturday, Aug 12, 2023 (5:00 PM MDT)

    $20.00

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  • Criterium Men B

    Saturday, Aug 12, 2023 (5:00 PM MDT)

    $20.00

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  • Criterium Women B

    Saturday, Aug 12, 2023 (5:00 PM MDT)

    $20.00

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  • Criterium Men C

    Saturday, Aug 12, 2023 (4:00 PM MDT)

    $20.00

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  • Criterium Women C

    Saturday, Aug 12, 2023 (4:00 PM MDT)

    $20.00

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Organiser's description

MERCKX MONTANA STAGE RACE:

* 8/12 - 9am Big Sky Time Trial
* 8/12 - 2pm Big Sky Criterium
* 8/13 - 10am Bearmouth Chalet Road Race



SCHEDULE

- Check in 8am - 3:30pm

- 9-11am time trial - 7 mile Butler Creek pavement, aero gear ok

- 1pm Criterium Clinic - mandatory for C group

- 2pm - Women/Men C Criterium - 40 minutes

- 3pm - Womens A/B & Men B Criterium - 55 minutes

- 4pm - Men A Criterium - 55 minutes

- 8/13 - Bearmouth RR - 10am start - 2 peletons (Men A & Women A/B/C Men B/C)



LOCATIONS

Time Trial and Criterium - Big Sky Brewery - 5417 Trumpeter Way, Missoula, MT 59808

Road Race - Bearmouth Chalet Campground - 1611 Drummond Frontage Rd, Clinton, MT 59825



DETAILS

It's a stage race format based on a riders overall time. Like the Tour de France. There are 6 categories. Loosely based on the Missoula Tuesday Night Hell Ride A, B, and C groups. If you have a USA Cycling Road Category. We will be submitting race results for upgrades and other purposes. Here's the guideline:

* A = cat 1/2/3
* B = cat 3/4
* C = cat 4

Register for the group you feel most comfortable in. Sandbagging is allowed. We'll honor stage winners directly after the finish of each stage and then the overall at the conclusion of the road race. Leaders jerseys will need to be worn in the stages for all 6 categories.

Location

5417 Trumpeter Way, Missoula, 59808, MT, United States

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