1. The Prologue-Anywhere close to the start, it's gonna be a party!
2. Salida to Crested Butte-it goes without saying, you want to be somewhere on the climb up Monarch Pass, not necessarily the top, but somewhere along the climb, it should be spectacular and look for a possible break of top names near the top
3. Crested Butte to Aspen-Independence Pass is the queen of the race, however I believe I'd choose to be up on the climb to the summit of Cottonwood Pass on the dirt instead. The scenery up there in the middle of the Collegiates is awesome, and you'll be able to blow out right to Vail from there for the Time Trial the next day.
4. Vail Time Trial-If I did not have to work at the start area, which will be an amazing experience just the same, I'd head up to the final K of the course on my bike, EARLY, and bring beer. This is where the course kicks up and really hurts. You will really be able to get up and close with your favorites here and scream your asses off and ring more cowbell. Option two is in the Village at the start, the place will be hoppin and this is where the riders will be warming up for their assault on the 10 miles up the pass.
5. Avon to Steamboat-I gotta go with the short uphill section just across the bridge at State Bridge right on the Colorado River. The descent to this point will be the fastest of the entire week, and then the riders will have a short climb after crossing the Colorado River, great scenery and a party vibe for sure there. Look for a 60mph descent to this point from the field.
6. Steamboat to Breckenridge- The climb of Swan Mountain Road on the south side of Lake Dillon if you can FIND a spot, this will be a decisive section of the days stage, it's a short but difficult climb just about 14 KM from the finish, attacks WILL HAVE TO take place here for riders who need time.
7. Golden to Denver- Anywhere, and celebrate the return of big time pro road racing back to Colorado. I'm gonna try and get anywhere on the finishing circuit, it's sure to be a special day....
Enjoy the USA PRO CYCLING CHALLENGE!
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