Race Information

 

Schedule of Events
Printable Schedule of Events

Quad Cities Criterium - May 26, 2008

Event Entry Fee Laps Prizes Places Start Time Field Limit
Juniors 10-14 $15 5 laps Awards 3 8:25 AM 50
Juniors 15-18 $15 14 laps $500 12 8:45 AM 75
Women Category 2/3*/*** $25 13 laps $800 15 9:15 AM 150
Men 30+,40+ 4/5 $30 14 laps $850 15 9:45 AM 75
Women Category 4 $25 12 laps $750 12 10:15 AM 50
Mens Category 5 /Citizen**/*** $15 14 laps Awards 10 10:45 AM 50
Masters 50+*** $30 13 laps $300 5 11:15 AM 75
Masters 60+*** $30 13 laps $100 3 11:15 AM 75
Mens Category 4 $30 14 laps $900 15 11:45 AM 150
Emergency Service Exibition Race Free 15 min Trophy 1 12:15 PM 50
Trikes, Big Wheels, Youths 6-10 Free 30 min Ribbons Everyone wins 12:30 PM n/a
Mens Category 3 $35 24 laps $2,200 20 1:00 PM 150
Mens 30+,40+ 1/2/3 $35 24 laps $1,400 15 1:45 PM 150
Women 1,2,3 $35 33 laps $2,200 20 2:30 PM 150
Mens 1,2, Pro**** $45 50 laps $8,000 25 4:00 PM 150

  $10 Discount on second race entered by the same person
Women are eligible to race in men's categories & ages. See rule #1H2 for details.
**  Cat 5 must buy one-day USA Cycling license (forms available at registration) if not already licensed.
One-day license fee of $10 is not included in the entry fee.
***  Not eligible for Illinois Cycling Association Cup points
****  Includes "Hot Spots Sprints"

 

Organized by the Quad Cities Bicycle Club and the DICE Racing Team in cooperation with the District of Rock Island.

Sanctioned by USA Cycling. Held under USA Cycling permit.

 

This race earns
1.5 times the normal
ICA Cup points

Registration

There is no on-line registration for the Quad Cities Criterium.

Please fill out, print, and mail a Criterium Entry Form

Mail entries to:

QCC / Rick Paulos
PO BOX 2781
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52406-2781
Make checks payable to Quad Cities Criterium
Late entry fee of $5 after May 20, 2008

Feature riders must be pre-registered & approved by organizer.

Registration opens at 7:00 am inside the Holiday Inn Hotels and Suites, located between Second and Third Avenue, immediately west of 17th Street. For your convenience, expect short waiting lines at our registration.

Registration closes 30 minutes prior to each event. You must pick up your numbers before the close of registration for your event. If you fail to pick up your number on time, you may forfeit your entry fee and your number will be offered to riders on any waiting lists. You will not be allowed to race if you do not have your racing license. You are required to show your license to registration officials before you are given your number. Riders may enter multiple events per USA Cycling rules.

Race organizer reserves right to shorten races if necessary.

Riders will be staged in order of registration.

Free Lap Rule

Free lap rule applies to all races. You must have your own wheels in the pit to obtain a wheel. No neutral support.

Helmets Required For All Events

You must wear an approved helmet and have it properly fastened at all times you are on a bicycle at a race. This includes while warming up, on or off the course.

Race Finish & Prizes

Photo finish at all criteriums and road races for the weekend.

Your racing license must be presented to collect any prizes. Prizes may be paid by check; you may be required to sign a receipt. Prizes over $300 are reported to the Internal Revenue Service for which Social Security Numbers will be requested.

No Refunds

No refunds in accordance with USA Cycling rules. All USA Cycling rules apply.

Category 1, 2, Pro "Hot Spots Sprints" Rules

Places/Prizes:
Overall places will be determined by highest accumulation of points scored from individual Hot Spots Sprints placing. Ties in Hot Spots Sprints points totals will be broken by the final overall race finish placing, in favor of the highest place finisher. Sprint points winners must finish the race to qualify for final Hot Spots Sprints placing and payout.
1st - $500
2nd - $300
3rd - $200

Sprint Laps:
Sprint points awarded at the start of laps 25, 20, and 15 to go.
Bell to announce sprints will be rung when riders cross the start/finish line and see 26, 21, and 16 to go.

Points:
Each sprint will be awarded points as follows:
Sprint points will be awarded at the race start/finish line.
Lapped riders are not allowed to sprint or earn points once lapped.
Foul riding during the sprint laps is subject to relegation or other penalties for that lap's sprint or for the overall race.

Individual sprints:
1st - 7 points
2nd - 5 points
3rd - 3 points
4th - 2 points
5th - 1 point

Contact Info

Full weekend race info web site: www.MemorialDayWeekendBikeRaces.com
Race info web site: QuadCitiesCriterium.com
Donnie Miller - race organizer: bcycleracr@mchsi.com
Rick Paulos - race registration: Rick-Paulos@uiowa.edu
Quad Cities Bicycle Club: www.qcbc.org
City of Rock Island: www.rigov.org

Race Hotel

The Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites
3rd Ave at 17th Street
Rock Island, Illinois 61201
1-309-794-1212
Fax 309-786-0533

The Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites is on the racecourse and is the official hotel of the Quad Cities Criterium. The Holiday Inn is offering a special room rate of $99.00 per room per night single or double occupancy, plus tax. Although there is no cut off date for the special rate, it is subject to availability. Please mention the Quad Cities Criterium when making reservations or register online using their website. Please insert the group code CGB in the Group code box (under check availability, left side) on their website.

Quad City Area Attractions

For more information on Quad City area attractions, such as comedy clubs, riverboat casinos, museums, and sports, call the Quad Cities Convention Bureau at 800-747-7800 or www.visitquadcities.com.

The District

The Downtown Rock Island Arts and Entertainment District is a downtown neighborhood located along the banks of the Mississippi River in Rock Island, Illinois. Beautiful historic buildings, modern residential living, eclectic retail shopping, outstanding art galleries, vibrant nightlife, innovative dining options, and a jam-packed festival calendar have made The District synonymous with fun.

Some of the many features include live performances by national champion comedians, dinner theatre acting troupes, and a variety of musical groups performing every weekend throughout the year. Visit a glass blowing studio, take a ride on the scenic bike trail or just relax with a cup of tea at one of the outdoor cafes. Test your luck at the riverboat casino, browse one of several art galleries, or attend an artist reception. Hungry? Dining options include everything from quaint and cozy coffee shops to elegant gourmet restaurants. Whether its pizza, homemade soups or a tasty lobster tail, chances are you will find it in The District.

The District comes alive at night with a host of nightspots featuring brewed on premise beers, specialty martinis, great live bands, dancing and a vibrant atmosphere.

For more information call 309-788-6311 or www.ridistrict.com.