11/21 - Olentangy Indian Caverns CYCLOCROSS in Delaware!
Team Sponsor: TeamCOBC.com
Event Sponsor: National Engineering / Raisin Rack / Bicycle One
INFO:
Hosted by Olentangy Indian Caverns, this unique venue offers something for everyone in the family. Bring the family to enjoy a tour of the historic Indian caverns, enjoy a walk through "Ohio Frontier Land", go gem mining, or take on the 30 foot climbing wall. Olentangy Indian Caverns afford a unique experience to the explorer interested in Indian lore and the awesome beauties of a natural wonderland. For the geology student, the fossils and various rock strata provide high educational value. For the tourist, a trip through the Caverns re-creates the thrilling days of lost Indian tribes and pioneer explorers. The caverns are naturally air conditioned, with year-round temperature a constant 54 degrees. The 30 minute tour is an event that you will long remember, so bring your camera, wear sturdy shoes, and come see historic Olentangy Indian Caverns.
Race Times
C Race: 12 Noon - 30 minutes
Mens C, Womens C & Juniors
B Race: 1 pm - 45 minutes
Mens B, Masters 35/45
A Race: 2 pm - 60 minutes
Mens A, Womens A (45 min)
Directions
Olentangy Indian Caverns is located between Sawmill Parkway and 315 on Home Road in Delaware County, Ohio.
1779 Home Rd.
Delaware, OH 43015
(740) 548-7917
From 315/Downtown Columbus: North on 315 to Home Rd. (8 miles north of I-270.) Left on Home Road, there is a sign on the corner. One half mile on the left.
From Southside of Columbus: Take I-270 North to SR 315 North. North on 315 to Home Rd. (8 miles north of I-270.) Left on Home Rd., there is a sign on the corner. One half mile on the left.
From Westside of Columbus: Take I-270 North to SR 315 North. North on 315 to Home Rd. (8 miles north of I-270.) Left on Home Rd., there is a sign on the corner. One half mile on the left.
From Eastside of Columbus: Take I-270 North to 315 North. North on 315 to Home Rd. (8 miles north of I-270.) Left on Home Rd., there is a sign on the corner. One half mile on the left.
From Delaware: Take 23 South to 315 South. Turn right on Home Rd. One half mile on the left.
Race Parking & Registration: Upon entering the venue, continue up the inclined drive and park to the right off the gravel path. PLEASE DO NOT PARK IN THE ASPHALT LOTS OR NEAR THE MAIN BUILDING. Registration will be at the covered picnic area near the start/finish line located opposite the main building on the east side of the site.
Course Description:
The course is a twisty, mostly flat 2.5km+ path. It consists of bumpy lawn, gravel road and dirt trail with challenging inclines. It goes through the woods, over a bridge and passes an Indian Longhouse and Wigwam. If that is not enough, it runs through Frontier Land where you will see the resident donkeys and goats. As usual, there will be 2 or 3 barriers and/or obstacles scattered throughout the course for your dismount / bunny hopping pleasure. There will be places to pass and tight sections that will challenge your bike-handling skills.
Prize List:
A race: At least $200 cash for 1st place and payouts for 2nd and 3rd
B race: Higher quality prizes and schwag
C race: High quality prizes
Held under USA Cycling permit.
