Colorado Brevet Series – 200km Brevet – 22-September-2007

Tips for the Rider

Clockwise! – This brevet is the clockwise version of the spring 200k Stove Prairie brevet - northbound over Stove Prairie, descending Poudre Canyon, and southbound over Horsetooth. NOTE: The checkpoints differ from the spring 200k's.

Official Checkpoints –

• Stove Prairie – Jct. Rist Canyon Rd. - Informational checkpoint to be filled in by rider - follow instructions on your brevet card.
• Vern’s in LaPorte – Tasty pastries in back!

Lighting – Remember that lighting and reflective equipment are required if you are riding in darkness/dusk, so come prepared if you feel you will not finish before dark. Lighting includes street-legal headlight and taillight. Reflective equipment includes vest, ankle bands, and reflective material on your bike.

Secret Checkpoints – Any brevet may have one or more secret checkpoints along the route.

Poudre Canyon - Remember to keep the single-file rule in mind - this is a winding canyon road with no shoulders.

Horsetooth Reservoir - The route takes Overland Trail to the south part of Horsetooth - don't miss the turn to the reservoir.

Finish – If there is no event official at the finish when you arrive, leave your brevet card in official vehicle, after having it registered and signing your card.

DNF – We do not sweep the course. If you do not finish the brevet, you may leave a message at (303) 604-1163. If the official vehicle is at the Park-and-Ride and you return there, you may leave your brevet card there.

Rule and Waiver– Please review the Brevet Rules and sample Rider Waiver.

Not a Race – Observe traffic rules, ride responsibly, … and have fun!

- Brevet Basics -

• Brevets are not races. Finishing is more important than finishing time. Lending assistance to other riders who require it is more important than finishing quickly. The last rider to finish within the time limits gets precisely the same credit as the rider who’s first to come in.
• Observe traffic regulations, be safe, share the road, and be courteous to your fellow riders, fellow road users, checkpoint establishments, and members of the communities you visit.
• Make sure your brevet card is filled out completely, including each checkpoint entry and your signature. Incomplete brevet cards (including missed checkpoints) are grounds for DQ.