About 200 collegiate cyclists are expected to race in the event, including riders from Stanford, UC Berkeley, UCLA, UC Davis and Cal Poly. Community (non-collegiate) riders will also take part in the criterium, which has separate starts for beginner and advanced cyclists. And, for the first time, the pros and amateurs will be competing for cash awards.
Leading up to the campus race, HSU Cycling hosts a fundraiser movie night at the Far North Climbing Gym on Thursday, March 28.
And on Saturday April 6 at 8 a.m., one day before the campus race, HSU Cycling hosts a road race and time trial in Loleta, Calif.
HSU team riders to watch at this year’s race include Jason Covey, Alvin Garlejo, Steven Pearl, Nancy Vargas, Marina Marcroft, Zachary Thompson, Michael Nystrom and Gilbert Marquez. These riders have been traveling far and wide to compete in bike races this spring. Now they have a chance to show their talents at home. Come out and support the team. Last year, the race was a success, and the home team won several medals. The HSU Cycling team competes in the Western Collegiate Cycling Conference and won the Division II road cycling conference championships the past four years.
About the Course
Collegiate cyclists and professional and amateur riders from all over the region will participate in a series of races that will loop around the southwest corner of campus. Each race will start at the corner of B and Harpst streets. Riders will sprint up the B Street hill and make a left onto Laurel Drive. The course then turns right through the Library parking lot and left turn onto LK Wood Blvd., which will be rerouted for vehicle traffic. Next, the course turns left onto Harpst Street and heads past the College Creek Apartments and Marketplace. When riders reach B Street, they’ve completed the loop and will ride the course several more times. It’s fast, furious and really fun to watch.
Volunteer Opportunities
The club is also looking for volunteers to help with the event. It’s a great way to support the team and anyone is eligible to volunteer. Anyone is eligible to volunteer, and its a great way to support the team.
For more information on volunteering, the races, and more, visit Humboldt State Cycling on Facebook or at humboldtcycling.wordpress.com. Or dial race director Cole Humphrey at (530) 340-2680.