UMCA NORTH AMERICAN 24 HOUR CHAMPIONSHIPS
JULY 11 - 12, 2009 • SCHUYLERVILLE, NY • PRESENTED BY ADIRONDACK ULTRA CYCLING
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Welcome to the details section for the Saratoga 12/24. The 2008 race was held July 12 - 13, and we're already planning for next year's race, which is scheduled for July 11 - 12, 2009. Watch this space for more information as it becomes available. Thanks for your interest, and if you have any questions, feel free to contact us. |
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The Saratoga 12/24 is held on a rolling 32 mile course along the Hudson River in northeastern Saratoga County. It is a complete weekend of ultra activity that consists of the Saratoga Challenge 24 Hour Race, the Hudson River Ramble 12 Hour Race, the Nighthawk 12 Nighttime 12 Hour Race, the Triple Lap 96 Mile Challenge and the One Lap 32 Mile Fun Ride.
The Saratoga Challenge 24 Hour Race has been designated the North American 24-Hour Championship Race by the Ultra Marathon Cycling Association, and is part of their World Cup of Ultra Cycling. In addition, both 12 hour races and the 24 hour race are part of the John Marino Competition.
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All events (except the One Lap 32 Mile Fun Ride) are non drafting.
While we strongly recommend the use of a support crew, we have made the use of one optional. If a crew is used, it may leap frog the rider during the day, and follow directly behind the rider at night. Please refer to our rulebook for all of the details.
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REGISTRATION, BIKE INSPECTION & MEETINGS
All riders in all events (except the One Lap 32 Mile Fun Ride) must register, have their bike(s) inspected and attend a pre race meeting.
Registration consists of submitting your entry form, fees, signed waiver, etc. At this time you will also receive your race packet that includes a goody bag, race number, etc.
Bike inspection involves checking that your bike meets all of the requirements and regulations for your race/division/category, including lighting.
Riders and crew members are expected to have read the rulebook before race weekend, with the pre race meetings being your chance to ask any questions you may have about our procedures.
We've scheduled several sessions for your convenience. Please refer to the schedule below, and note times and locations. The Friday evening session will also include a pre race pasta dinner. See below for details.
All riders are required to attend at least one session.
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The Friday evening registration/inspection/meeting session will also include a pasta dinner. Riders are invited to attend free of charge. Crews and other guests may attend for a $5 cover charge. The menu will include salad, pasta, marinara sauce, meat sauce, meatballs, bread, drinks and dessert.
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On Sunday morning after the race, we'll hold a post race breakfast and brief awards ceremony. All are welcome to attend free of charge. We'll have pancakes, waffles, quiche, muffins, bagels, coffee, juice, etc. Stick around and enjoy!
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SARATOGA CHALLENGE HUDSON RIVER RAMBLE
NIGHTHAWK 12 TRIPLE LAP CHALLENGE ONE LAP FUN RIDE START DATE: July 11, 2009
8:00 AMJuly 11, 2009
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7:00 PMJuly 11, 2009
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11:00 AMLOCATION: Schuylerville, NY Schuylerville, NY Schuylerville, NY Schuylerville, NY Schuylerville, NY TIME LIMIT(S): 24 H 12 H 12 H
10 H
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MILEAGE: As Many As Possible As Many As Possible As Many As Possible 96 Miles 32 Miles REGISTRATION, INSPECTION & MEETING NOTE: ALL RIDERS MUST ATTEND
DIVISIONS: M/F: Under 50
M/F: 50 – 59
M/F: 60 – 69
M/F: Over 70M/F: Under 50
M/F: Over 50M/F M/F N/A CATEGORIES: Solo
Antique
Hand Cycle
HPV
Recumbent
Tandem
Teams
OtherSolo
Antique
Hand Cycle
HPV
Recumbent
Tandem
Teams
OtherSolo
Antique
Hand Cycle
HPV
Recumbent
Tandem
Teams
OtherSolo
Antique
Hand Cycle
HPV
Recumbent
Tandem
Teams
OtherN/A SANCTIONING: UMCA UMCA UMCA UMCA N/A JMC DPs: 2 1 1 0 N/A CREWS: Optional Optional Optional Optional N/A DRAFTING: No No No No N/A LIGHTS: Required Optional Required Optional N/A AWARDS: Trophies to winners in each division & overall M/F winner in each category Trophies to winners in each division & overall M/F winner in each category Trophies to winners in each division & overall M/F winner in each category None N/A ENTRY FEE: $80/Rider
$55/Rider $55/Rider $25/Rider FREE ENTRY DEADLINE: Registration Registration Registration Registration N/A TOP / INTRODUCTION /OVERVIEW / REGISTRATION, INSPECTION & MEETING / PRE RACE PASTA DINNER / RACE SCHEDULE / COURSE DESCRIPTION / LOOP DIRECTIONS / TERRAIN / WEATHER / LODGING / RULES & DRAFTING / SUPPORT CREWS / FOOD / SANCTIONING / AWARDS / ENTRY FEES
Each loop is 32 miles. The course will be marked, and is easy to follow.
There are convenience stores located in Schuylerville, Gansevoort and at Bluebird Road. There are 24 hour supermarkets in Greenwich, Saratoga Springs and South Glens Falls.
Checkpoints are in Schuylerville and on Bluebird Road at mile 16.
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Start in Schuylerville.
North on 32 through Bacon Hill to Gansevoort (8.9 miles).
In Gansevoort, cross the RR tracks and make a right to stay on 32 north to Bluebird Road (6.2 miles).
Take Bluebird Road east to Fort Edward Road (1.4 miles).
Take Fort Edward Road to the end at 197 (2.8 miles).
Make a right on 197, then an immediate left on to West River Road (100 feet).
Take West River Road to the end at 32 (9.9 miles).
Make a left on 32 south back to Schuyerville (2.8 miles).
Follow arrows for U-Turn and repeat as many times as possible!TOP / INTRODUCTION /OVERVIEW / REGISTRATION, INSPECTION & MEETING / PRE RACE PASTA DINNER / RACE SCHEDULE / COURSE DESCRIPTION / LOOP DIRECTIONS / TERRAIN / WEATHER / LODGING / RULES & DRAFTING / SUPPORT CREWS / FOOD / SANCTIONING / AWARDS / ENTRY FEES
Rolling hills, false flats and wind. This is a deceptively difficult course. The longest hill is just north of Schuylerville, and is about ¾ miles long with a steep section that has a 10% grade.
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It will most likely be hot and humid.
Highs average in the mid to upper 80’s, but it can be as warm as the high 90’s.
Overnight lows average in the mid 50’s but can stay in the 70’s, or drop down into the 40’s.
Also, be prepared for thunder storms.
Sunrise is 5:30 AM, sunset 8:30 PM.
For an up to the minute forecast, click here.
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During the race, we will provide space for riders to sleep and to drop a bag. Our space is limited, and will allotted on an as needed basis. Riders should also plan to bring a sleeping bag.
Schuylerville has one motel and a bed and breakfast, with very limited space. It's suggested that you make your reservations as early as possible. Saratoga Springs is 12 miles away, and has many more options when Schuylerville gets filled.
Below are a few suggestions:
SCHUYLERVILLE
Old Saratoga Motor Inn • 518.695.9997
Dovegate Inn • 518.695.3699Camping: Schuyler Yacht Basin • 518.695.3193
SARATOGA SPRINGS
Adirondack Inn • 518.584.3594
Best Western • 518.584.2350
Community Court Motel • 518.584.6666
Country Club Motel • 518.584.4780
Hilton Garden Inn • 518.587.1500
Holiday Inn • 518.584.4550
Marriott Courtyard • 518.226.0538
Roosevelt Inn & Suites • 518.584.0980
Saratoga Downtowner • 518.584.6160
Saratoga Hotel • 518.584.4000
Springs Motel • 518.584.6336
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We follow a published set of rules, including no drafting. To download or view our rulebook, click here. Riders and crew members are expected to have read the rulebook before race weekend. The pre race meeting is your chance to ask any questions you may have about our procedures.TOP / INTRODUCTION /OVERVIEW / REGISTRATION, INSPECTION & MEETING / PRE RACE PASTA DINNER / RACE SCHEDULE / COURSE DESCRIPTION / LOOP DIRECTIONS / TERRAIN / WEATHER / LODGING / RULES & DRAFTING / SUPPORT CREWS / FOOD / SANCTIONING / AWARDS / ENTRY FEES
While we strongly recommend the use of a support crew, we have made the use of one optional. If a crew is used, it may leap frog the rider during the day, and follow directly behind the rider at night.
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We will have Hammer Nutrition gels, bars and drinks, in addition to sandwiches, snacks, juice and soda at each checkpoint. NOTE: Our food is meant to supplement the rider's own source of nutrition, and is for the rider's consumption ONLY.
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All of our events are sanctioned by the Ultra Marathon Cycling Association, and some of our races are part of the John Marino Competition.
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We will award trophies to the winners in each division & the overall M/F winner in each category of the Saratoga Challenge, Hudson River Ramble and Nighthawk 12. We will also present each participant with a certificate (suitable for framing) with their total mileage and race statistics.
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All entry fees must be paid in US dollars.
Entry fees are non refundable and non transferable.
Riders may sign up for any event up until that event's registration.TOP / INTRODUCTION /OVERVIEW / REGISTRATION, INSPECTION & MEETING / PRE RACE PASTA DINNER / RACE SCHEDULE / COURSE DESCRIPTION / LOOP DIRECTIONS / TERRAIN / WEATHER / LODGING / RULES & DRAFTING / SUPPORT CREWS / FOOD / SANCTIONING / AWARDS / ENTRY FEES
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