Capitol City Century

The CCC is held on the Sunday after Labor Day. In 2012 the CCC will be held on Sunday, September 9th. The CCC starts and ends at the Lake Springfield Beach House, 100 Long Bay Drive, Springfield, IL.

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How much does it cost to ride the CCC?

Advance registration will be available through Friday September 7th at active.com. There's no additional fee for registering online:

Advance Individual Registration:

25-40-mile route: $20 / Early-bird: $17
62-100-mile route: $25 / Early-bird: $22

Advance Family Registration (available for 2 or more people living at the same address::

25-40-mile route: $40 / Early-bird: $34
62-100-mile route: $50 / Early-bird: $44

On-Site registration will be available, payable by cash or check:

On-Site Individual Registration:

25-40-mile route: $25
62-100-mile route: $30

On-Site Family Registration for 2 or more people living at the same address:

25-40-mile route: $50
62-100-mile route: $60

Party-only tickets will be available for $15 for non-riders wanting to join the post-ride party.

The early-bird discount is through August 19th online only.

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When/where is the Historic Ride held?

The Historic Ride will be held on Saturday, September 8th in the afternoon in downtown Springfield. (The time and exact location will be announced later.) The ride is approximately 8 miles and will take about 1 1/2 hours. The ride is a family paced EZ ride and has frequent stops at various sites of interest.

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Is the route paved or gravel?

The route is entirely paved. Some of our roads have a little gravel on them. We use low-volume (but paved) county roads whenever possible. We modify the route as feasible when road conditions change due to the county’s ongoing resurfacing work.

What is the terrain?

Flat to rolling. The CCC has some small hills and winds through some scenic country, but it is probably the flattest Century ride in downstate Illinois.

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Is the route marked, or are you on your own with a map?

Everyone gets a detailed route map, and the route is also well marked on the road using the Dan Henry Marking System (http://www.tulsabicycleclub.com/misc_dan_henry.php)

Can I get a map before the CCC?

Sorry, but we do not provide the route map prior to the event. It is handed out at registration. We often modify the route a bit just before CCC due to road conditions.

Are helmets required?

Helmets are strongly recommended.

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What are the start times? What’s the latest and earliest start time for my route?

Between 7am and 11am depending on route chosen. Registration opens at 6:30am and shuts down at 11am. Below are recommended times by selected route. Those doing a first Century should plan to start no later than 8am. Those riding shorter distances can start earlier than their posted time.

Suggested start times:

25/40 mi. -- 9-10am
62/100 mi. -- 7-9am

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What about the weather?

The CCC is held rain or shine!

Is there a time limit?

Riders start as early as 7am. We shut down SAG support at 4pm, but keep track of the last riders in.

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Who do I notify that this will be my first 100-mile century? How do I get my certificate?

Upon completing the 100-mile Century come back to the Registration table inside the Beach House to get a Certificate signed by our President.

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How should I register my family if we will be riding different distances?

Family registrations are based on the route of the longest rider. A family with one 100-mile rider and two 25-mile riders (for example) would register for the 62/100-mile ride.

Still have questions after reading the FAQs?

Please direct registration and technical support questions to: registration@spfldcycling.org,

Please direct general questions about the Capital City Century to events@spfldcycling.org.

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