Yountville, California · Saturday, August 15, 2026
The 12th Annual Crush Challenge is a cycling and gran fondo event held on Saturday, August 15, 2026. It is located at 6465 Washington St in Yountville, California.
Course Start and Finish on Railroad Ave, downtown Winters. Registration on E Main St, next to coffee bar Steady Eddy's, in the parking lot.
Online registration closes on Wednesday August 19th at 11:00 pm. Online registration fee is $55. Race day registration is $60.
One day licenses are not available due to it being NCNCA District Championship races: only USA Cycling Annual license holders can enter the NCNCA Championship races. (*)
Due to the length of the course and safety, the officials will be pulling any rider that is not in contention out of the race immediately. This will be in place for all groups and all races.
Race will take place, rain or shine. No refund policy.
*Championship Eligibility: USAC Rule 7J3 Eligiblity: (a) to be eligible for a NCNCA District Championship jersey or medal, a rider must hold a current USA Cycling annual license and reside in the NorCal/Nevada District as shown as the rider’s license. (b) NCNCA District Championships are open to US Citizens and permanent residents (green card) with a USA Cycling annual license. (c) Members of UCI Road teams are not eligible for road championships unless there is a separate class for them. (d) at the option of the Administrators, NCNCA District Championships may include riders who are ineligible for the championship but championships will be awarded to only riders who are eligible. NOTE; These are bracketed age groups, meaning that only those with racing ages within the brackets may enter.
Note: Parking is back in town, at and around Rotary Park at Main and Railroad.
This year's Winters RR is presented in honor of
Colden Kimber.
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ROAD RACE August 24, 2025
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An Event of the 2025 California Cup
Held under USAC Rules and Permit 2025-11252
Date: Sunday August 24, 2025
Start/Reg Location: Downtown Winters, CA.
Directions: From Hwy 505 between Vacaville and Dunnigan, From Hwy 505 between Vacaville and Dunnigan, take the Winters/Hwy 128 exit west into Winters. Turn south (left) on Railroad and follow signs to parking, around the Main and Railroad intersection. Do not park on Main west of Railroad (in downtown). Registration will be at the community center/park. Do not park in private lots.
Registration: Opens at 6:30 a.m. and closes at 7:45 a.m. for all categories. In the parking lot of Rotary Park/Community Center, at Railroad and Main, downtown Winters
Course: A 24 mile loop open road race course, the same as since 2009-2024). Start is a promenade out of Winters ½ mile onto the loop. Loop: South on Winters Road, west on Allendale, south on Timm, west on Cantelow, north on Pleasants Valley, east on Putah Creek Road, and then south again on Winters Road.. There is a 1000’ gravel stretch after the old Feed Zone uphill on Cantelow; feed zone will be announced soon.. The last ½ mile of Cantelow is a steep twisty decent; use caution!! . Current pavement work on the downhill of Cantelow should be done by the end of July, and then a chip seal job is scheduled for September, so we should hit it just right. . All of the roads are narrow; if you can’t stay to the right of the centerline, stay home. The finish line is the same as 2014-2024, on Putah Creek just past the canal, west of the old (2013 and prior) finish.
Events: miles laps places value fee start limit
Category 1/2/Pro 96 4 10 $200 $50 8:00 80
Category 3 72 3 6 $100 $50 8:05 65
Category 4 72 3 6 $100 $50 8:10 50
Mstr 35+ 1/2/3 72 3 6 $100 $50 8:15 50
Mstr 50+ 1/2/3 72 3 6 $100 $50 8:20 50
Women 1/2/3/4/Pro 72 3 6 $200 $50 8:25 50
Mstr 60+ 1/2/3/4 72 3 6 $100 $50 8:30 50
Mstr 35+ Cat 3/4 48 2 6 $100 $50 8:35 50
Jr 17-18 48 2 6 $50 $35 8:40 50
Category 5(Novice) 48 2 6 tees $50 8:45 50
Mstr 50+ 4/5 48 2 6 $50 $50 8:50 50
Jr 15-16 48 2 6 $50 $35 8:55 50
Mstr 65+ 48 2 3 $50 $50 9:00 50
Jr 13-14 24 1 3 tees $35 9:05 50
Women 35+/45/55 48 2 6 $50 $50 9:10 50
Women3/4/5 48 2 6 $50 $50 9:15 50
In an effort to make a safer race, smaller fields and fewer fields are being run this year. Do not expect extra groups of any category.
Prizes: Merchandise, tee shirts, and/or cash (minimum 25% cash overall)
How to Enter:
---Enter On-lineat www.BikeReg.com from now to August 17 for above fees plus on-line surcharge. From August 18-20 the fee on-line is $12 additional. No on-line entry after August 20 12 midnight PST, But you can enter race day (See below) You’ll need to sign and date your entry form/release at race registration desk.
---By Mail: You may still enter by mail, but if a group is filling, go on-line. By mail, send standard USAC entry form/release along with fee above (if Postmarked by Friday August 15 to: Velo Promo/Winters, 19780 Soulsbyville Road, Soulsbyville, CA 95372. For those postmarked after, add $12. Note: indicate what category you are entering on check or form. Entries for several races in one envelope ok, but be sure to list race names on the outside. Envelopes without names of races on the outside may go to the wrong race.
---At Race: You may enter at the race, provided your event is not filled, for the above listed fee plus $12.
2025 USAC license required (available at race). One day licenses are available only for Cat 5 or Women 5 . Entry fees include $3 NCNCA and $5:99 USAC insurance surcharges. Numbers will be provided.
Withdrawing from the race:
Credit for another VP race will be given if you follow the below procedure by 5 pm Wednesday 8/20 letting us know that you can't compete. No credit issued if you plan to enter another race instead; no cash refunds. No substitutions (transferring to another rider) for cancellations. Procedure: Go to "Edit My Entry" link on the BikeReg.com registration page, in your confirmation email, or in your BikeReg account to access this credit system
Champion Discounts: Champions pay normal fees up front; Current NorCal/Nevada District Road Champions and National Road Champions will get a refund at the reg desk of all but $9 per day if 1) their entry is received by the deadline above (otherwise they pay full fee, including late fee) and 2) they ride in the category they won the championship in (Master Champions may ride down in age, and ride for $9, and Juniors may ride up. District jersey is not required.
Volunteers Needed If you’d like to help out as a marshal or feeder or registrar, Visit this link: https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/#inbox/WhctKLbFWznTGPBnhKRRsNCxCFcZpQrqpcgqHZrNvXHXmHWTgmkJWfXTDQvzzbWWbWNQDCv
Rules: Official follow vehicles only (volunteer today!!). Feed zone has neutral water and feeders. No vehicles allowed on Cantelowe west of Feed Zone. That means feed vehicles have to backtrack when done to Hwy 505. A one lane stretch of Cantelowe above the feed zone may be traffic controlled (Listen to announcement at start). Centerline rule enforced. Bring a pump and a spare, there may be no follow vehicles. Neutral Support Vehicles Needed: Bring along someone to do it, and receive a free entry and gas; you must submit an MVR with USA Cycling at least a week ahead, so that the race can insure your vehicle during the event.. There is other traffic on the roadway; always be aware of it and be prepared to slow and/or maneuver; and warn riders behind you of hazards. Please read the NCNCA rules poster at registration.
Further Info: Velo Promo, (209) 604-1354. E-mail: [email protected] www.velopromo.com
A few weeks ago today Dolce Vita lost a teammate and friend, Colden Kimber. Colden tragically passed after succumbing to wounds sustained while protecting children from harassment at a Muni stop. He had sacrificed himself for others and perished as a hero.
He repaired people’s bikes, he mentored fellow mechanics, he coached aspiring racers, he taught new riders how to draft. His generosity and kindness radiated through the San Francisco cycling community. Those of us who knew him were lucky to be in the radiance of this star.
Colden, though we were robbed of your light much too soon, know that you live on in our hearts and that we will strive to follow in the great example that you set.
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Our Thanks to Dolce Vita Cycling for help in sponsoring this event!
Tri to Inspire, formerly the DJFE Triathlon Race Series, was created to introduce the sport of triathlon to the Sonoma County community in a welcoming, inclusive way. This short-distance event is open to all abilities and is ideal for first-time triathletes and families looking to experience a fun, supportive race environment together.
Athletes may choose between two distance options. The Mini Sprint includes a 100-yard pool swim, a 3-mile bike, and a 1-mile run. The Sprint distance features a 400-yard pool swim, a 9-mile bike, and a 3.1-mile run. Tri to Inspire is a non-competitive, untimed event designed to help participants complete their first triathlon—or simply enjoy the experience without pressure. More experienced athletes are also encouraged to participate and will find a positive, community-focused atmosphere. The race begins with a pool swim at the Finley Aquatic Center, followed by a flat, family- and beginner-friendly bike and run course along the Santa Rosa Creek Trail.
Each athlete’s registration includes a custom finisher medal, swim cap, and athlete goody bag. Proceeds benefit Inspiration Sports Foundation, a local 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting youth in Sonoma County through sports camps and fitness-based programs.