Aspen vs. Vail Cycling Challenge

May 18, 2008

Aspen vs. Vail Challenge Tom’s Door, a Basalt based non-profit organization, has partnered with Challenge Aspen, a Snowmass based non-profit, to launch the Aspen Vail Challenge cycling race. The event has been son Saturday, *** June 28 and Sunday, June 29. Cyclists will race from downtown Aspen to Vail on Saturday (Stage 1) and finish the event on Sunday as they complete the round-trip adventure (Stage 2). Approximately 225 Aspen and Vail Valley cyclists are expected to compete along with 25-30 athletes with disabilities. Stage 1 encompasses 110 miles and 12,300 feet of climbing. In stage 2, cyclists will complete 95.5 miles and 11,100 feet of climbing.

“The purpose of the event is two-fold,” says race organizer Frank McSwain, Jr. “Our first priorities are raising awareness and revenue for Tom’s Door’s and Challenge Aspen. These are amazing local non-profit organizations, and supporting them directly helps those in need within the Roaring Fork Valley and beyond. The second priority is to provide a healthy venue where Aspen and Vail Valley athletes can compete with one another. Let’s see which town has ‘bragging rights’ for the year!”

*** It is possible that the dates for this event are changing, please check the official website for more information.

Information about the race can be found at www.aspenvailchallenge.com Interested parties may also contact the race organizer, Frank McSwain Jr, at (970) 309-6911 or fmcswainjr@yahoo.com.

Written by debbie · Filed Under Events

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