Cherry-Roubaix Returns Michigan State Road Race Championship Surrounded by Resort Shoreline Landscape for 2012
The Traverse City region is a popular cycling landscape for training and competition. In 2011, Traverse City was named as one of the world’s “Six Best Cities for a Bike Vacation” by Bicycling Magazine. In addition to cycling, Traverse City and the Grand Traverse area are regularly among top-rated destinations for vacation value. National Geographic named Traverse City as one of ten global destinations in their "2012 Best Summer Trips." Find Cherry-Roubaix info at http://www.cherry-roubaix.com.
Traverse City, MI, June 21, 2012 --(PR.com)-- On August 10-12, 5th Annual Cherry-Roubaix, presented by Garan, Lucow Miller, P.C., returns the ultimate destination competition for the State Road Race Championship endorsed by the Michigan Bike Race Association in conjunction with USA Cycling, Inc.
Adrian Sarkozy, director of the Michigan Bicycle Racing Association, is enthusiastic about the 2012 event. "The Michigan Bicycle Racing Association is thrilled to start and finish back on top of Sugar Loaf mountain. On Sunday, August 12, we’ll be excited to introduce our new 2012 road race champions. The USA Cycling sanctioned Prologue TT on Friday, August 10 is also an exciting addition to the jam-packed weekend of racing. We hope and definitely recommend that every racer puts August 10-12 on their calendar!”
The entire Traverse City region hosts a popular cycling landscape for training and competition. Recent recognition includes Traverse City being named in 2011 as one of the world’s “Six Best Cities for a Bike Vacation” by Bicycling Magazine, who endorsed the mecca in an August, 2011 shout-out. “Visit this northern Michigan city in August for the Cherry-Roubaix (with Euro-style cobbles), the Third Coast Bicycle Festival, and DALMAC, a huge multiday ride that passes through the area…With so many designated trails, cycling events, and an awesome climate, we can see why northern Michigan is getting some much-deserved recognition!”
In addition to cycling, Traverse City and the Grand Traverse area are regularly among top-rated destinations for vacation value. Impressive nods include National Geographic’s naming of Traverse City as one of ten global destinations in their 2012 Best Summer Trips: http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/travel/best-trips-summer-2012/#/traverse-michigan-summer-trips_52799_600x450.jpg
Competitors and spectators appreciate fast-paced Cherry-Roubaix action with plenty of opportunity to relax on miles of pristine beaches, take a wine tour across Leelanau or Old Mission Peninsula, enjoy time at a ball game, climb the sand dunes or unwind in a charming movie theater after spending a few hours shopping and dining in quaint downtown Traverse City.
Cherry-Roubaix series is a three-day weekend event. The State Championship Road Race is on Sunday, August 12. The championship course begins and ends high atop Sugarloaf Resort in Cedar, Michigan.
The weekend thrills from the start as Old Mission Peninsula Time Trials delight spectators and challenge Cherry-Roubaix competitors on Friday, August 10. Excitement continues on August 11 with Saturday’s full day of competitive cycling that gets into gear with the morning Cherry-Roubaix Charity Ride to benefit Munson Healthcare Women’s Cancer Fund for cyclists of all levels. Following the benefit ride, the Cherry-Roubaix Old Town Criterium launches into high-energy action, where spectators and racers feel engaged in the incredible speed of athletes careening around cobblestone corners on a one mile course through the streets of Traverse City. Additional events including the Kids Ride and fun, free-for-all Cruiser Classic ensure all Cherry-Roubaix participants and audiences get the satisfaction they expect.
Sealing the weekend, on Sunday, August 12, the Michigan State Road Race Championship features the most challenging course in Michigan across gorgeous Leelanau County. This demanding race has earned its stripes as the most rigorous road race in the state, and as a result determines Michigan’s best of the best. Hills and turns of the of the old 1980’s State Road Race course are unforgiving, brought back to host and test racers from around the state.
From a world-class resort landscape to simple blue skies and fresh water, Cherry-Roubaix delivers an event for professional and amateur racers, cycling enthusiasts, volunteers and fans of all ages. Destination: Cherry-Roubaix. Put your hands up.
Find maps, a downloadable media kit and Cherry-Roubaix information at http://www.cherry-roubaix.com or call John Sohacki, Event Director at 231-342-2003, email: john@cherry-roubaix.com.
Adrian Sarkozy, director of the Michigan Bicycle Racing Association, is enthusiastic about the 2012 event. "The Michigan Bicycle Racing Association is thrilled to start and finish back on top of Sugar Loaf mountain. On Sunday, August 12, we’ll be excited to introduce our new 2012 road race champions. The USA Cycling sanctioned Prologue TT on Friday, August 10 is also an exciting addition to the jam-packed weekend of racing. We hope and definitely recommend that every racer puts August 10-12 on their calendar!”
The entire Traverse City region hosts a popular cycling landscape for training and competition. Recent recognition includes Traverse City being named in 2011 as one of the world’s “Six Best Cities for a Bike Vacation” by Bicycling Magazine, who endorsed the mecca in an August, 2011 shout-out. “Visit this northern Michigan city in August for the Cherry-Roubaix (with Euro-style cobbles), the Third Coast Bicycle Festival, and DALMAC, a huge multiday ride that passes through the area…With so many designated trails, cycling events, and an awesome climate, we can see why northern Michigan is getting some much-deserved recognition!”
In addition to cycling, Traverse City and the Grand Traverse area are regularly among top-rated destinations for vacation value. Impressive nods include National Geographic’s naming of Traverse City as one of ten global destinations in their 2012 Best Summer Trips: http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/travel/best-trips-summer-2012/#/traverse-michigan-summer-trips_52799_600x450.jpg
Competitors and spectators appreciate fast-paced Cherry-Roubaix action with plenty of opportunity to relax on miles of pristine beaches, take a wine tour across Leelanau or Old Mission Peninsula, enjoy time at a ball game, climb the sand dunes or unwind in a charming movie theater after spending a few hours shopping and dining in quaint downtown Traverse City.
Cherry-Roubaix series is a three-day weekend event. The State Championship Road Race is on Sunday, August 12. The championship course begins and ends high atop Sugarloaf Resort in Cedar, Michigan.
The weekend thrills from the start as Old Mission Peninsula Time Trials delight spectators and challenge Cherry-Roubaix competitors on Friday, August 10. Excitement continues on August 11 with Saturday’s full day of competitive cycling that gets into gear with the morning Cherry-Roubaix Charity Ride to benefit Munson Healthcare Women’s Cancer Fund for cyclists of all levels. Following the benefit ride, the Cherry-Roubaix Old Town Criterium launches into high-energy action, where spectators and racers feel engaged in the incredible speed of athletes careening around cobblestone corners on a one mile course through the streets of Traverse City. Additional events including the Kids Ride and fun, free-for-all Cruiser Classic ensure all Cherry-Roubaix participants and audiences get the satisfaction they expect.
Sealing the weekend, on Sunday, August 12, the Michigan State Road Race Championship features the most challenging course in Michigan across gorgeous Leelanau County. This demanding race has earned its stripes as the most rigorous road race in the state, and as a result determines Michigan’s best of the best. Hills and turns of the of the old 1980’s State Road Race course are unforgiving, brought back to host and test racers from around the state.
From a world-class resort landscape to simple blue skies and fresh water, Cherry-Roubaix delivers an event for professional and amateur racers, cycling enthusiasts, volunteers and fans of all ages. Destination: Cherry-Roubaix. Put your hands up.
Find maps, a downloadable media kit and Cherry-Roubaix information at http://www.cherry-roubaix.com or call John Sohacki, Event Director at 231-342-2003, email: john@cherry-roubaix.com.
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