June 16th & 17th

Weekend #3 of the
​Iowa Memorial Cup Race Series

The Ames Grand Prix will feature the Main Street Twilight Criterium on Saturday, June 16th, followed by a 2.6 mile ISU Research Park Circuit Race on Sunday, June 17th.  Ames Velo is excited for the 2nd year of this annual event and to showcase all that the city of Ames has to offer.  We have designed this weekend of racing to make it an enjoyable experience for racers and their families.  
​Both courses are conveniently located inside Ames, just minutes apart.  We hope you have a chance to enjoy the wide variety of amenities available through the weekend.  Scroll down to get more details.

Main Street Twilight Criterium:
Saturday June 16th

This .7 mile flat course is fun and fast.  Excellent quality roads and the Saturday Main Street Cultural District vibe will make this a memorable afternoon and evening.  All shops, restaurants and bars will be open during the race, so it's a perfect chance to bring family and friends to the races.
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Stick around to watch the elite categories race under the lights!

To learn more about our amazing Main Street Cultural District click here.

$$$ CASH PRIMES $$$

Registration is located just in front of Skunk River Cycles - Start/Finish Line @ 310 Main St.

Elite Women's Category 1/2/3 racers have a chance to win one of 3 diamonds provided by race sponsor Gilger Designs.

Make sure to bring the kids to enjoy the Kids Races @ 5:45 PM.   
Click here to visit Kids Races page

​Special thanks to Duck Worth Wearing for presenting this fun filled event.  There will be a 1 block and 1 lap race.  Helmets and smiles required!
Race Proceeds  benefiting the TIM Foundation:
The Timothy Ryan Jenks Memorial Scholarship (TRJMS) is established to recognize passionate students of high character and to assist those students in the pursuit of excellence outside of the normal school curriculum, such as music, sports, or club-related activities.  
To find out more click here.

Twilight Criterium Race Schedule:

Start Time
Class
Category
Distance
Places/Purse
5:15
Juniors
9-14/15-18 Mixed
20 Min
3/Medals
5:45
Men
Cat 5
30 Min
3/Merchandise
6:25
Kids Races
1 block or 1 lap
1 block or 1 lap
Ribbons & Treats
6:50
Men
Cat 4
35 Min
4/$145
7:35
Masters
40+/50+/60+
35 Min
4/$145
8:20
Women 
Cat 4/5
35 Min
4/$145​
8:20
Women
Masters 40+
35 Min
3/$120
8:20
Women
Cat Pro 1/2/3
30 Min
5/$200 + $2,800 Prizes 
10:00
Men
Cat 3
45 Min
5/$205
10:00
Men
Cat Pro 1/2
50 Min
6/$275

Research Park Circuit Race
Sunday June 17th

This 2.6 mile technical circuit will make for some dynamic racing.  With many vantage points, it also makes for a great race to spectate.  The south end of the course features some of the beautiful new recently completed architecture, including the McFarland Clinic and Ames Fitness.  To learn more about ISU Research Park click here.

Circuit Race Schedule:

Start Time
Class
Category
Distance
9:00
Juniors
9-14/15-18 Mixed
2 Laps 
9:30
Men
Cat 5
6 Laps
10:30
Men
Cat 4
8 Laps
11:45
Men Masters
40+/50+/60+
8 Laps
1:00
Women
Cat Pro 1/2/3 & Cat 4/5 ​
8 Laps
2:15
Men
Cat 3
10 Laps
3:30
Men
Cat Pro 1/2
12 Laps

Iowa Memorial Cup Race Series (IMCRS)


The Pactimo IMCRS Leader's Jersey will be on display in each category throughout the weekend.  Leader's will attempt to defend their jersey across the two days of the Ames Grand Prix.  Points will be tabulated on Sunday, after the circuit race, and an IMCRS podium ceremony will include jersey presentation to the leaders going in to the 3rd round of the series in Des Moines.

Riders leading their category after Weekend #2 (Iowa City) can pick up their jerseys at registration.

For more info & current cup standings:
Iowa Memorial Cup Series (IMCS)

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