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.
Details
This race is currently in the planning phase. More details will follow.
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.
