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Saturday, May 30, 2009

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Welcome to the 2nd Annual O'Fallon Grand Prix!

The OGP returns for its sophomore year and the race is going to be better than ever.  With the addition of a family fun race in partnership with the O'Fallon YMCA and a kids bike rodeo jointly sponsored by the O'Fallon Kiwanis and O'Fallon Police Department, there are now events for the entire family.  Central Christian Church (race day headquarters) will again be serving their mouthwatering cooked-to-order breakfast, a satisfying lunch plus energizing snacks throughout the day. This race is part of the illustrious Illinois Cup Series and also qualifies for MOBAR points.

                     

 

 

Race Details

Twenty-two and one half miles of ups, downs, twists and turns on the beautiful back roads of St. Clair and Madison counties. There are several short but formidable hills with almost 1000 feet in elevation gain. The course gives novices and experts alike plenty to test their skills, including a mid-course sprint for primes.  Race day registration begins at 8:00 a.m.; racing starts at 11:00 am. Look for the start/finish line at the 200 block Kyle Road in front of Central Christian Church, in O’Fallon, IL

 

Latest News and Updates

6/8/09 - Race Photos

Race photos are up and available for sale. The official site is here and an alternate site is here.

6/3/09 - Results

Race results are posted. Click HERE to view them.

6/2/09 - Race Comments

We would really appreciate any comments you have about the race and how we may improve it. Please send you comments (we want them all) to comments@ofallongrandprix.com

6/1/09 - Race Results

Results are currently being compiled. They are complicated by the lack of a finish line camera. If you think you finished in position 9-19 in the Cat 4 race please contact us if you have not already done so. comments@ofallongrandprix.com

4/27/09 - Today's Training Ride

The forecast for today's training ride is wet. If it is raining the ride will be postponed until Wednesday 4/29. Check back here for more updates.

4/8/09 - Training Rides Announced

Beginning on Monday April 13 MEC is doing a series of training rides on the race course. The rides will go every other Monday until the race; April 27, May 11, and the final one on May 25.  On 4/13 the ride will start at 5:30 p.m. All subsequent rides will start at 6:00. The rides start from the O'Fallon YMCA at 284 Seven Hills Road in O'Fallon. It is a great way to get to know the course and prepare for the race.

 

3/20/09 - Hilton Garden Inn Signs on as Contributing Sponsor!

The Hilton Garden Inn O'Fallon/Green Mount has signed on as a contributing sponsor for the O'Fallon Grand Prix. To kick off their sponsorship the Hilton is offering racers a nightly rate of $80 which includes a full sit-down, cooked to order breakfast in the restaurant. This rate is good for both Friday and Saturday nights. In addition to the special rate, the hotel is offering Friday night FREE to the registered guest who has travelled the furthest to race in the O'Fallon Grand Prix. See the lodging link for more details.