Friday, July 1

USA Pro Challenge Race Countdown to Kick-Off

Show your support and help start the countdown to the return of professional cycling in Colorado! Join CTO Director Al White and Breckenridge Mayor John Warner in Breckenridge for a free celebration and group road bike ride to kick off the countdown to the USA Pro Challenge Race stage finish in Breckenridge on August 27th. Hear them discuss cycling's impact on tourism. The first 50 riders to check in at the bike concierge receive a free USA Pro Cycling Challenge race pack.

What: Countdown to Kickoff: Celebrate 51 days 'til the start of the USA Pro Cycling Challenge
When: Thursday, July 7, 2011 at 10:00 a.m., group ride to follow; live broadcast of the Tour de France begins at 7:30 a.m.
Where: Blue River Plaza, located at the intersection of Main Street and Washington Avenue in downtown Breckenridge, Colo.
Who: The public is invited to join the free celebration and group road bike ride around town with CTO Director Al White, Breckenridge Mayor John Warner and the Breckenridge Heritage Alliance; the first 50 riders to check in at the bike concierge (located in the Blue River Plaza) receive a free USA Pro Cycling Challenge race pack.

RSVP on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=131451820270237

Follow the Breckenridge Stage on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/breckprocycling and get Breck-specific updates at http://www.BreckProCycling.com.

This event is part of Breck Bike Week, a celebration dedicated to all things cycling in Breckenridge, Colorado. The Blue River Plaza is the hub of Bike Week events, which include free demos, guided group rides, parties and more. Visit http://www.BreckBikeWeek.com for details.