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CALIFORNIA STATE ROAD RACE CHAMPIONSHIPS !
Velo Promo and Golden Chain Cyclists present the 43rd Annual:
SAN ARDO
Road race
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Real Road Racing in California!
An Event of the 2026 California Cup
AND THE FIRST EVER (?)
All California STATE ROAD RACE CHAMPIONSHIPS!
Please note eligibility information attached to this flyer.
Also, note new tiered entry fee system, below
Held under USAC Rules and Permit 2026-16088
Date: Saturday August 15, 2026
Location: San Ardo School, 62450 College St, San Ardo, Monterey County, CA 93450
Directions: Take Hwy 101 south of Salinas to San Ardo, exit freeway and head east over the river to the school. Do not park in the church parking lot. See Important note below.
Registration: Opens at 6:45 a.m, closes 15 minutes before each event’s start.
Course: Same as in past, a 22-mile loop of flat and rolling country roads in Monterey County. Good to fair paving, some narrow stretches. Bumpy and narrow bridge at north end of course. Roads: Cattlemans, Paris Valley, Lockwood-San Lucas, Cattlemans. Start at School, finish on Bernardo, just off Paris Valley, just west of 101 after 1.5 miles from school.
Championship events are in bold Below; non championship events are *
Events: miles laps places value fee start limit
Category 1/2/Pro 84 4 6 $200 $50 8:00 100
*Category 3 63 3 6 $100 $50 8:05 65
*Category 4 63 3 6 $100 $50 8:10 65
Junior 17-18 63 3 6 $50 $50 8:15 50
Mstr 35-39 63 3 6 $100 $50 8:20 50
Mstr 40-44 63 3 6 $100 $50 8:20 50
Mstr 45-49 63 3 6 $100 $50 8:25 50
Mstr 50-54 63 3 6 $100 $50 8:25 50
Women 1/2/3/Pro 63 3 6 $200 $50 8:30 50
*Mstr 35+ Cat 3/4/5 63 3 6 $50 $50 8:35 50
Mstr 55-59 63 3 6 $50 $50 8:40 50
Mstr 60-64 63 3 6 $50 $50 8:45 50
Mstr 65-69 42 2 6 $50 $50 8:45 50
Junior 15-16 42 2 6 $50 $35 8:50 50
Junior Wm 17-18 42 2 6 $50 $35 8:55 50
Junior Wm 15-16 42 2 6 $50 $35 8:55 50
Junior 13-14 21 1 3 sox $35 9:00 50
Junior 13-14 Wm 21 1 3 sox $35 9:00 50
Junior 11-12** 11 1/2 3 sox $35 9:15** 50
Junior 11-12 Wm** 11 1/2 3 sox $35 9:15** 50
Mstr 70-74 42 2 3 sox $50 10:00 50
Mstr 75-79 42 2 3 sox $50 10:00 50
Mstr 80-84 42 2 3 sox $50 10:05 50
Mstr 85+** 42 2 3 sox $50 10:05 50
Mstr 50+ 3/4/5 42 2 3 sox $50 10:10 50
*Category 5 (novice)42 2 6 tshirts $50 10:15 50
*Women 3/4/5 42 2 6 $100 $50 10:20 50
Mstr Wm 35-39 42 2 6 $50 $50 10:25 50
Mstr Wm 40-44 42 2 3 $50 $50 10:25 50
Mstr Wm 45-49 42 2 3 $50 $50 10:20 50
Mstr Wm 50-54 42 2 3 $50 $50 10:30 50
Mstr Wm 55-59 42 2 3 $50 $50 10:35 50
Mstr Wm 60-64 42 2 3 $50 $50 10:35 50
Mstr Wm 65-69 42 2 3 $50 $50 10:40 50
Mstr Wm 70-74 42 2 3 sox $50 10:40 50
Mstr Wm 75-79 42 2 3 sox $50 10:40 50
Mstr Wm 80+ 42 2 6 sox $50 10:40 50
**starts for these last junior groups (11-12) will be at the intersection of Cattleman’s Road and Hwy 198 in San Lucas, 10 miles north of San Ardo. Arrangements need to be made by Junior parents to get their riders to this separate start.
If more than 4 in each group of combined starts, then there may be a 1-2 minute separation into 5-year groups.
Master Championship categories have restrictions on Cat 5 and Cat 4 riders, see eligibility info below.
Important Note:
Our parking area in town may be moved to avoid the goathead problems of the past . Info will be emailed to registered riders after close of online registration. Parking on the streets around the School is fine, except the east side of Jolon Road.
Prizes: Merchandise, cash, tee-shirts
How to Enter: NOTE NEW TIERED ENTRY FEE SYSTEM, ENTER EARLIER FOR LESS!
---Enter On-lineat www.BikeReg.com from now to July 27 2026 for above fees plus online surcharge. From August 3 through August 9, the fee will be $5 more. From Aug 10-Aug 12 (and at the race) the fee on-line is $15 more than the week before. No on-line entry after Aug 12 11:59 p.m. PST. (Race day reg is always available) You may need to sign and date your entry form/release at race registration desk, and add an emergency contact.
---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 Aug 1 to Velo Promo/San Ardo, 19780 Soulsbyville Road, Soulsbyville, CA 95372. For those postmarked after Aug 7, add $15. (mailed entries later than this date may not arrive in time). 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 (on the chart) listed fee plus $20.
2026 USAC license required (available at race). One day licenses are available only for Novice (cat 5) . Entry fees include $3 NCNCA and $5.99 USAC insurance surcharges. Numbers will be provided.
Credit for another VP race will be given if you follow the below procedure by 5 pm Wednesday 8/12 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 August 9 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.
Rules: CVC Rules of the Road apply, stay to the right side of roadway. Paris Valley is narrow, and we do not want any extra vehicles (teams, parents, etc) to drive it, only normal road traffic.. There may be follow vehicles if volunteered; they need to coordinate with organizer and fill out the MVR at the USAC.org site (at least 10 days prior) to be allowed under insurance, riders should always bring pump and spare. Feed zone (bottle hand-ups) east of Fwy in San Ardo, park only where indicated. Neutral feed available, will include Bottle Grab units. After finishing, check out with the officials after the line and get off the road as soon as possible.
Do not outrage the residents by using other than the school bathrooms and portable toilets. We had complaints at the Copper Valley race in May, and as a result, are having potential difficulty with the permitting agency for next year.
There is other traffic on the roadway including large farm vehicles; always be aware of it and be prepared to slow and/or maneuver; warn riders behind you of hazards.
Further Info:(209) 604-1354. [email protected] www.velopromo.com
ELIGIBILITY AND GUIDELINES for this race
California State Championship Eligibility and Guidelines- A Joint NCNCA-SCNCA Venture
a. For the top 3 Championship finishers in each field, residency must be verified by presenting a California ID or other proof of residency to the Chief Referee during the protest period
Out-of-State Racers within SCNCA or NCNCA are allowed to participate but will not qualify for championship podiums. They will be eligible for any other awards and prizes, excluding championship medals, prizes, or jerseys.
At state, regional, or national championships riders are restricted to competing in races specific to their race age and/or category. Juniors and Masters cannot race up or down for championship races. Racers must use their correct racing age, which is listed on the USAC License.
Classes may be combined and riders race together but will be scored separately in accordance with the guidelines outlined in this document and the USAC Rulebook.
A state champion will be awarded to the first rider of the below age and license categories. Classes will be the same for men and women:
JUNIORS
15-16
17-18
MASTERS (restricted to cat 1-3 for men aged 35-54 and women
35-44; thereafter open to cat 1-4)
ELITE
riders remaining in a combined age group category, riders may race, but there will be no championship awarded for that combined category.
Map of the course below
Last One Standing Format Participants will run a 4.18 mile loop every hour until only one person is standing. You have one hour to finish the loop once it has started. If you finish a loop within the hour, you may start the next hour’s loop provided you are in the start corral when the next hour starts. If you do not finish within the hour, you are out of the race and considered a DNF. Rules You may have a small crew of 2 people and set up at the race starting area, aka a pit stop area. We will give you a 3 minute, 2 minute, and 1-minute warning to get lined up for the next loop via whistle. 3 whistle blows for 3 min, 2 whistle blows for 2 min, 1 whistle blow for 1 min. Failure to line up in the starting corral will result in disqualification of the runner. Participants must start a new loop at the sounding of the bell starting the loop. No non-competitors on the course (including eliminated runners). Except for restrooms, competitors may not leave the course until each loop is completed.
Runners are responsible for carrying their aid on course like, water & snacks. No aid stations will be on course. No artificial aids (including trekking poles) are allowed. No non-competitor pacers allowed. You may, as participants run / pace with each other. Once you are back to the start and assuming you have finished within the hour, you may use the bathroom, eat, drink, sleep, ponder the next loop, etc., but you MUST be back in the start corral at the beginning of the hour to continue into the next hour’s loop. Runners will continue until ONE runner completes a FINAL lap. (i.e. If there are two runners left and one does not complete the loop within hr or start the loop, then the one that completed the loop will be declared the winner). The time needed to complete the loop does not matter, only that the runner be back at the start before the hour expires. Upon successful completion of the loop, all runners are considered “tied”. Speed does not matter in this event. Once in the starting
corral, no aid allowed, please come into the starting corral ready to run with what you have, no handing off anything to your crew members while you are in the starting corral. The assigned bib numbers must be worn on the front of the body and visible at all times. No refunds. No transfers. No deferrals. Where and WhenSmith Ranch8029 Lynch Canyon RoadBradley California8:00am Friday, September 18, 2026 Course 100% dirt, trail and ranch roadsLoop formatMarked with Green surveyors tapeDistance 4.18 milesElev Gain/Loss: gross: +332'-332'View interactive map here Additional Information The last runner standing will receive not only the smile of accomplishment of being the last, they will take home a custom western style trophy buckle. All runners will receive a handcrafted Kukini amulet for their participation. All runners will receive an event sticker and a custom event t-shirt with their entry fee. Registration and Camp FeesRunner Registration Fee$150.00 / $175.00 after September 1, 2026 Camp
Fees$10.00 per vehicle, per night. Payable to Smith Ranch upon arrival at Runner Check In AmenitiesPortable restrooms. Group campfire everyday at dusk.Community oak BBQ pit (bring your own, cook your own)Large, flat camp areas.Music. Aid StationOne Aid Station will be fully staffed and available for the duration of the event. Water, ice, fruit, chicken soup, grilled cheese sandwiches, quesadillas and Hammer Nutrition products. Packet Pick Up7:00am Friday, September 18, 2026Main Camp Aid StationWeatherIn September, Bradley, California, typically experiences warm, dry weather with daily highs ranging from the mid-(60s) to the mid-(80s)°F ((18-30)°C) and lows in the (50s)°F ((10-15)°C) Event's current local time: 1:29 AM PT
Tierra Redonda Mountain Trail Run
Tierra Redonda Mountain Trail RunSeptember 19, 2026Smith Ranch, Bradley CaliforniaInformation and RegistrationEveryone is welcome. Family friendly. Dogs on leash welcome. Overnight camping is available at $10.00 per night. Bonfire every night. Live music Friday and Saturday nights.Let’s run!Trail Running on a private cattle ranch. This event features a runnable 10km, 20km, 24 hour and 48 hour run on a 10km, 100% dirt, single track trail, loop course. Big views, moderate climbs, mild temperatures and well stocked aid stations. Awards for all finishers and special handcrafted trophies for top male and female in each event.Let’s camp!Spend up to three nights on the Smith Ranch, $10.00 per vehicle, per night. Motorhomes, RVs, vans, trucks, cars and tents are all welcome. Camping is first come, primitive, no hookups or amenities. No reservations required. $10.00 per vehicle, per day, payable upon arrival. On-site camping available Thursday through Sunday.Music and bonfires!Group bonfire every night starting at dusk.Thursday, September 1712:00pm - Ranch opens to overnight camping5:00pm - Campfire activitiesFriday, September 187:00am - Runner Check In opens8:00am - 48 hour start6:00pm - Bonfire and musicSaturday, September 197:00am - Runner Check In opens8:00am - 24 hour, 20km, 10km start6:00pm - Bonfire and musicSunday, September 208:00am - 48 hour and 24 hour events end12:00pm - Ranch closes
Event Schedule
All events will start and finish at the Smith Ranch Cow Camp staging area. 12:00pm Thursday, September 17 - Ranch opens to overnight camping 8:00am Friday, September 18 - 48 hour start8:00am Saturday, september 18 - 24 hour, 20km, 10km, 5km start8:00am Sunday,September 20 - 48 hour and 24 hours events end 12:00pm Sunday,September 20 - Ranch closes
Onsite Camping
Camp with us on the ranch! Only $10.00 per vehicle, per night, payable upon arrival.12:00pm on Thursday, September 17. Ranch opens to campers. 12:00pm on Sunday, September 20. Ranch closes to all participants.Onsite camping is not included in your registration fee. Friends and family are welcome. Car camping, tents, motorhomes, RVs, etc. No reservations required. Sites available on first come basis. There is plenty of space. Primitive, dry camping. There are no hook ups and no amenities.
Course
5km - One single direction loop - 100% dirt, ranch road and single track trail. 302 feet of vertical gain per loop. https://caltopo.com/m/FAM9T10km One single direction loop - 100% dirt, ranch road and single track trail. 585 feet of vertical gain per loop. https://caltopo.com/m/FAM9T20km Two single direction 10km loops - 100% dirt, ranch road and single track trail. 585 feet of vertical gain per loop. https://caltopo.com/m/FAM9T24 Hour - Multiple 10km loops - 100% dirt, ranch road and single track trail. 585 feet of vertical gain per loop. https://caltopo.com/m/FAM9T48 Hour - Multiple 10km loops - 100% dirt, ranch road and single track trail. 585 feet of vertical gain per loop. https://caltopo.com/m/FAM9TAid Stations at approximately every 3 miles
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Instructions for Purchasing an Event Entry as a Gift:Log Out of Your Account: Ensure you are logged out of your account before starting the registration process.Start Registration: Begin the registration for the event.Choose "Register as a Guest": When prompted to sign in, click the green link on the right side of the screen that says "Register as a Guest."Complete the Registration: Follow the prompts to complete the registration.Note: If you’ve already registered for the event yourself, use a different email address for the gift registration to avoid any errors.
Event's current local time: 1:30 AM PT
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just love to walk and take in the scenery, SKECHERS Wicked Wine Run is for you! Each course will be held on beautiful properties or various partner vineyards across the country giving you a rare opportunity to view and tour a vineyard like no other. With the option to choose between a 1K or 5K course, or both, there’s something for everyone. Along the 1K course, you’ll find four sampling stations where you can enjoy world-class wines from the partner vineyard. And if you complete the 5K course, there will be a complimentary glass of wine waiting for you at the finish line.
Enjoy access to our post event party where you can enjoy the tunes of a live DJ, eat some delicious food from our food trucks, purchase more wine and play “that’s when we became best friends” games, creating the perfect atmosphere for an evening out with your friends and loved ones. Don’t miss out on the fun-filled event!
Bring a friend, put together a team, or fly solo to meet fellow wine enthusiasts as you sample wines from the vineyard. By participating, you’ll not only be treating yourself to a great time but also supporting our charity partners!
Event details and schedule
For all other details, please visit www.wickedwinerun.com