Frequently Asked Questions about the Santa Cruz Mountains Challenge
A – Saturday, July 18, 2020.
Q – How much does it cost?
A – Registration fee is according to this schedule:
| Until 10 pm on: | Early Bird 15 May |
Regular 15 June |
Late Reg 16 July |
Day of * 17/18 July |
| 45M Course | $55 | $65 | $75 | $80 |
| 100k, 102M, 127M | $70 | $80 | $90 | $95 |
* Includes registering Friday evening or Saturday morning
Q – When can I register?
A – Registration opens Jan 1, 2020.
Q – How do I register?
A – At the Registration Page.
Q – Where is the Santa Cruz Mountains Challenge held?
A – All routes start from Core West parking and end at Baskin School of Engineering. See map on Info page.
Q – Once I’ve registered will I receive a confirmation?
A – Yes. A confirmation email as well as ride updates will be sent to the email address on record.
Q – Can I register more than one rider?
A – No. Each person must do their own registration and electronically “sign” the waivers.
Q – Can I transfer to a different route or transfer registration to another rider ?
A – Yes, Participants can change categories online as well as transfer registration to another rider. If you can find the registration confirmation email (sent from mail@BikeReg.com), there is a boldly displayed green link to “Edit/Change/Transfer” the registration. If you cannot find email — send email to Event Director : century@santacruzcycling.org
Q – What is the rider limit?
A – Registration is limited to 650 riders.
Q – How late may I register on-line?
A – On-line registration closes at Thursday, Jul 16, 2018 at 10:00 PM or when 650 riders have registered.
Q- How do I get my registration packet ?
A -An email will be sent to registrants with the particulars for packet pickup.
See Info page for “day of ” registration and packet pickup opportunities.
Q – How does a minor register for the event?
A – Minors must be registered on the application of a paying adult (age 18+) who is their parent or legal guardian. The minor must also carry a signed medical release and ride in the company of their parent or guardian. Please print out the Liability Waiver and bring it with you for check-in.
Q – What routes are available?
A – Four routes available :
|
Distance |
Mileage |
Elev. Gain |
Rest Stops |
Water Stops |
|
127M |
127 |
12,550 |
4 |
3 |
|
102M |
102 |
10,300 |
4 |
2 |
|
100k |
60 |
6,000 |
3 |
2 |
|
45M |
45 |
2,900 |
1 |
1 |
Q – What time may I check in?
A – 6:00 am.*
To give our staff time to set up their stops, please plan to start your ride according to the following schedule (all times are am):
| 127M | 6:00 -7:30 |
| 101M | 6:00 -8:00 |
| 100k | 7:00-8:00 |
| 45M | 9:00 – 10:00 |
| 45M eBike | 10:00 or later to allow for post-ride meal set up |
The course closes at 6:00 pm. Riders must start and finish during this interval. Rest stop cut-off times listed on the cue sheets will be strictly observed.
Q – What time does the event close?
A – The course and post-ride meal close at 6:00 pm.
Q – What kind of bike will I need?
A – We recommend a well maintained multi-speed bicycle with very good brakes. There will be Supply and Gear (SAG) vehicles on the course but we recommend each rider should carry a spare tube and the necessary tools to repair a flat.
Q – How should I dress for the ride?
A – Layers. It will be cool in the morning and fog is always a possibility in the summer. As you gain in altitude the temperatures will rise, particularly in the exposed area.
Q – How many water bottles should I carry?
A – Two. Start the ride with both bottles filled. If the weather is warm, drink plenty of fluids.
Q – If I get a flat, will someone fix it for me?
A – Yes. However all riders need to carry tubes and inflation devices and know how to use them, as a SAG vehicle may be helping other riders before it gets to you.
Q – I signed up for the ride but will not be able to ride. Can I get a refund?
A – Sorry, your registration is non-refundable, however you may transfer your registration to another rider through your bikereg.com registration. Contact century@santacruzcycling.org if questions.