Join thousands of cyclists for the unofficial start to the Colorado cycling season. You won’t want to miss the excitement and camaraderie of the 21st annual pilgrimage to Castle Rock for the Rocky Mountain region’s premier cycling festival — the 2008 Subaru Elephant Rock, a Rocky Mountain tradition.
Whether you are six or sixty, prefer to ride on the road or the dirt, there is a course for cyclists of all abilities. All of the rides start and finish at The Douglas County Fair Grounds in Castle Rock. Plan to stick around after you finish for the Subaru Party at the Rock post-ride picnic and cycling expo. Whichever course you choose, you’re sure to have a Erockin’ good time.
Or, Kick-off the weekend by joining solos & teams at beautiful Greenland Open Space for the third annual GO
FAST 24 HOURS of EROCK.
Registration
There are several ways you can register for the Subaru Elephant Rock – Online, In the Mail, Walk in at participating bike shops throughout the Front Range or at the event. With a 7,000-rider limit, we highly suggest to register early.
Once you have registered for the ride, there are several ways to see if your registration came through. Please check your bank account to see if your check was cashed or see if your active.com conformation email came through. You can also click here to see if your name is updated on our registration conformation page. We know how important it is to know if you are registered, but please be patient and if something looks fishy we will try to fix it.
In true cycling tradition, the Subaru Elephant Rock will take place regardless of weather; therefore NO refunds will be provided.
Click here on more info on registration!
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Rock Rewards
In addition to a great experience riding some of Colorado's most scenic miles, each participant will receive:
• refreshments and support throughout each of the rides
• a ticket to the Maverick Ranch post-ride picnic
• a specially designed 100% cotton 2008 Subaru Elephant Rock T-shirt
• a specially designed REI / Subaru Elephant Rock water bottle
• a bag of goodies from our many sponsors
• a chance to win dozens of valuable prizes
• a coupon for a FREE bowl at Tokyo Joe's
• VIP pricing on Subaru cars
* If you register early you can choose to pick up your packets at several bike shops in the Front Range or at the event.
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Start
Times
The 2008 Subaru Elephant Rock start, finish, expo and party will once again take place at the Events Center at the Douglas County Fair Grounds just a half mile south east of downtown Castle Rock. Click here for a map.
100-milers |
5:30
to 7:00 a.m. |
65-milers |
6:00
to 8:00 a.m. |
50-milers |
6:30
to 8:00 a.m. |
32-milers |
8:30
to 9:30 a.m. |
22-milers |
8:00
to 9:30 a.m. |
8-milers |
9:00
to 10:30 a.m. |
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Party at the Rock
It's a picnic, a party and an expo all in one. Whether you are riding or just watching the fun, come explore the active expo area where you'll learn more about the sport of cycling from industry leaders like Giant, FlashPoint, Zipp, ShaverSport, Saris, Rudy Project, Ultima, Deuter, and JDS Sport coaching to name just a few. Enjoy an awesome, healthy lunch included in your registration fee. Sample products, mingle with friends and listen to rockin’ tunes pumped out by KBCO.
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Merchandise
All items ordered from the application or at the bike shops will only be available for you to pick up at the registration area the morning of the ride or the merchandise tent next to the stage in the expo. A limited quantity of these commemorative items are available – so order early!
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Protect Your Rock
Helmets are required for all rides. Please ride safely, lawfully and considerately! All cyclists are required to follow all traffic law and regulations.
For the 100, 65 and 50 mile courses cyclist
MUST be 14 years of age or older.
Tagalong bike trailers and burley style trailers are NOT permitted on the 100, 65 and 50 mile courses.
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Rest - Aid - Fun Stations
Fresh fruit, water and energy replacing snacks will be available at each the rest stops positioned every 8-15 miles throughout each of the courses.
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Great Prizes
As always, loads of prize drawings will take place at the Subaru Party at the Rock. Giant bicycles, ShaverSport cycling apparel, Rudy Project sunglasses and helmets, Deuter Backpacks and Flashoint wheels are just a few of the prizes you could win at the expo.
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Sag Wagons
Sag wagons will rove each of the courses with water and road assistance to help riders experiencing mechanical trouble or those who become too fatigued to finish. Please be prepared to handle your own flats and minor repairs. the Colorado State Patrol, The Douglas County Sheriff's Department, the El Paso County Sheriffs Department, and the Castle Rock Police Department will be on hand to make sure your ride is safe and enjoyable.
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Camping
Camping is available at the Douglas County Fair Grounds on Saturday night for both tent camping and RV camper parking. Check-in is between 3 and 9 p.m. Indoor showers will be available in the Events Center from 7 p.m. on Saturday night until 8 a.m. on Sunday morning. The cost is $20 per site. Sign up on the registration form or at the Fair Grounds.
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Elephant Cup
DIVISIONS: CORPORATE • ATHLETIC CLUB • MEDIA
Get a group of cyclists together from your company or athletic club and join the spirited competition for the coveted Elephant Cup. The team from each division that rides the greatest total of miles will keep the Cup until the next challenge in 2008. Each team member must be a member or employee of the organization that he or she represents.
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