2011 Hotter’N Hell Hundred Update
While it’s not too hot for the Hotter’N Hell Hundred, the conditions are just right for change!

Due to ongoing severe heat issues this summer we have made a decision to open the 100 mile route 1 hour earlier than the historical 7:05 AM start time. The Hotter’N Hell Hundred 100 mile route will be opened at 6:00 am Aug. 27, 2011 one hour early for 100 mile riders who choose to beat the heat and arrive at Hell’s Gate ahead of closing time.
IMPORTANT!
No other routes, however, will be supported earlier than the traditional 7:05 AM start.
100 mile riders should assemble at the normal start location, 100 Scott Street.
Pace Groups will be started at 6:00 AM
100 mile tandems will be started at 6:10 AM
100 mile riders will be started at 6:15 AM(Scorchers followed by Keepers & Hopefuls)

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from www.violetcrown.org

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