This event is named the Swartout Challenge Time Trial in honor of Jeff Swartout who became QCW’s most recent National Champion when he won the 70-74 Master’s Time Trial Championship in 2018.
Jeff passed away in January of 2022.
ALL REGISTRATIONS are handled through BikeReg.com. There is no race-day entry. REGISTRATION CLOSES AT NOON, ON FRIDAY, JULY 19.
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Details
Registration: All registration takes place on BikeReg. Omnium participants must also register for the Whiskey City Challenge. Event limited to 120 total participants. Closes at noon, July 17. THERE IS NO RACE-DAY REGISTRATION!
Licenses: All riders must have either an annual or one-day USA Cycling license. Championship medal recipients must have an ANNUAL USA Cycling license and reside in Ohio.
Rider Check-In: Rider check-in will be Sunday from 8:00 – 10:30 at 200 Three Rivers Parkway, North Bend, OH. The ride from check-in to the start line is approximately 1.5 miles. See map below.
Start Line Area: The starting line is in a congested residential neighborhood. Be mindful of traffic and keep as far right as possible when lining up. A porta potty will be located here. Absolutely NO PARKING!
Start Order: Start order will be emailed via BikeReg Friday afternoon after registration closes.
Start Time: The first rider starts at 10:00 followed by the remaining riders at one-minute intervals.
Equipment: Bikes, Helmets and clothing are all subject to the rules of USA Cycling.
Finishing: When you’ve crossed the finish line please continue straight on Brower Rd. into town for your cool down. Do not ride the course backwards or congregate near the finish line.
Prizes/Podiums: Championship medals will be awarded on race day. Cash prizes will be delivered via check during the week following event day. There will be a podium ceremony following the final posting of results at the same location as Rider Check-In.
Regulations: All riders and bicycles are subject to the rules of USA Cycling. Permit # 9189.
Results: Overall and age graded results will be submitted to USA Cycling.
Questions: Contact the Swartout Challenge Time Trial event director.
Course
The 10.2 mile course is on a lightly traveled road with smooth to semi-rough pavement. The route rolls uphill from the start gaining less than one hundred feet. This is followed by a short, rapid dip and back up before the flattest downward stretch heading towards the final uphill finishing kick. The road is not closed to traffic but typically is very lightly travelled at this time. Cross roads will be marshalled.
Route Links: Strava Segment, Map My Ride
Directions
Parking: Parking is available at Rider Check-In/Awards in the parking lot of Papa Johns and Java Jackets. We do not have permission for parking in the Dollar General store, but there is plenty of additional on-street parking in the small neighborhood west of this area.
Start Line NO PARKING!: 360 Lower River Rd, Cleves, OH
Finish Line NO PARKING!: 103-33 Brower Rd, North Bend, OH
Rider Check-In, Awards: 200 Three Rivers Parkway, North Bend, OH
Short Cut Between Start and Finish: The Start and Finish are separated by only one mile. There is a relatively well protected bike lane on U.S. 50 (Ohio River Scenic Byway/Three Rivers Parkway). Alternately, there is a route using surface streets, but Miami Avenue has a short, very steep hill. Take care when crossing U.S. 50.
