FAST LAPS & SUNSETS
photo: chris sanagustin
RETURN OF A 73-YEAR TRADITION
The Mt Tabor Series is the most spectator-friendly and longest-running bicycle race in Oregon, returning for its 73rd year. Not to mention one of the best places to catch the sunset over the city skyline. For seven consecutive Wednesdays, you can ride to the park, watch the races, and enjoy the evening – all free of charge and free of cars.
WHAT TO EXPECT
The action is fast, with the elite racers exceeding 50mph on the descents. Riders loop a challenging 1.3-mile circuit around the reservoirs in several heats, earning points each week toward the series championship.
The beauty of this circuit race is that the riders fly by every 3 to 4 minutes, allowing you to keep a close eye on the proceedings. Will the breakaway stay off the front? Will the main group bring them back? Plenty of action for spectators, a rarity with bicycle races.
photo: chris sanagustin
The sunsets from up here can’t be beaten.
We start racing on June 3rd. The first race time is 5:30, and the fastest race of the night – Senior Men (and some amazing women most nights) – goes off promptly at 8:00.
If you have any questions, please get in touch with race organizer Kevin Thompson – in his 24th year promoting Tabor.