Itinerary:
Friday, August 20
- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Check-in and pre-ride party for all riders at the New Western Motel.
Saturday, August 21
- 5:00 am - 6:30 am Early check-in for late arrivals.
- 6:15 am Pre-ride meeting for 200 mile riders.
- 6:30 am Mass start for 200 mile riders.
- 6:45 am Pre-ride meeting for 100 mile riders.
- 7:00 am Mass start for 100 mile riders.
Weather
The average daily high is 80 degrees, the average low is 50. This can also be thunderstorm season and afternoon showers are not unusual. The festival events will not be cancelled due to weather.
Utah's only fully supported, 200 mile, one day cycling adventure. Unique 50, 100, and 200 mile options! Saturday August 21, 2010
The Desperado Dual is not a race; its purpose is instead to challenge the rider to find new levels of ability within ones self; to meet the substantial challenge of completing a double century. Of course, physical ability is important, but it is not the only thing you need to finish this event. The ability to navigate is part of the adventure, as well as determination and a willingness to dig really deep when the going gets rough. This can often be where riders learn the most about themselves! Meeting the challenge of preparing yourself for all that you might encounter during the ride is the best way to achieve this goal. The sense of accomplishment that you and your fellow cyclists will experience by completing an event like this will make all of the difficulties seem insignificant. The Desperado Dual can provide the opportunity for you to test yourself in one of the most spectacular settings offered by any double century. Come and join us!
Itinerary:
Friday, August 20
- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Check-in and pre-ride party for all riders.
Saturday, August 21
- 5:00 am - 6:30 am Early check-in for late arrivals.
- 6:15 am Pre-ride meeting for 200 mile riders.
- 6:30 am Mass start for 200 mile riders.
- 6:45 am Pre-ride meeting for 100 mile riders.
- 7:00 am Mass start for 100 mile riders.
Riders on course
- 11:00 am 200 mile lunch and 100 mile post ride meal opens at the Panguitch City Social Hall 65 E Center Panguitch.
- 3:30 pm 200 mile lunch and 100 mile post ride meal ends.
- 4:00 pm 200 milers post-ride meal will beginat the Panguitch City Social Hall 65 E Center Panguitch.
- 5:00 pm Course closes for 100 mile riders.
- 10:00 pm 200 milers post-ride meal will end.
- 9:30 pm Course closes for 200 mile riders.
Sunday, August 22
- 7:00 am - 10:00 am Last chance to pick up left or lost items at fairgrounds.
All entrants will receive:
- A great event T-shirt and unique event pin.
- Enjoy a pre-event party at the Friday night check in.
- 6 rest stops supplied with a variety of snacks and drinks.
- On course vehicle SAG support.
- A great lunch stop.
- Light and clothing drops on the course.
- Post ride lunch for 100 milers, and dinner for 200 milers.
- A special surprise for riders who complete the full 200 mile route!
Support provided:
There will be 6 check points along the course providing a variety of fruits, snacks, and drinks for riders. Roving SAG vehicles with limited mechanical support will be on the course, however riders should be capable themselves of dealing with most common mechanical problems that they may encounter during the ride. Mechanical assistance is not guaranteed on the course. A route guide for both loops (Outlaw Loop & Big Fish Loop) will be provided at check in. Lunch will be at the Garfield County fairgrounds, (mile 106 on the course) this will be the post ride feed for 100 mile riders. After lunch, 200 mile riders will continue on, while 100 mile riders have achieved their goal. A post ride meal for 200 mile riders will be held in the finish pavilion at the fairgrounds. Extra meals (for family & 100 milers) may be purchased in advance for $8 each.
Light and clothing drop:
Riders can send lights or clothing ahead to the Mammoth Creek (mile 135) or Alton (mile 162) check points. Bags will be provided for riders to mark for transport to either check point. Any bags not picked up at the checkpoint may not be available until the next day.
Time limits:
There will be a 17 hour time limit for the 200 mile event and a 10 hour time limit for the 100 mile riders. Cut off times will apply at checkpoints along the course and will be strictly enforced. Any riders not able to stay ahead of the cut off times will be sagged in.
Requirements:
All riders will be required to wear ANSI approved helmets at all times while riding during the event. Our event operates under permits from local authorities. Please ride in a safe manner at all times. State and local traffic laws will be strictly enforced throughout the event. Riders should carry proper ID while on the course in case of emergency. At each check point riders will be expected to show their ID bracelet to the staff. This ID bracelet entitles you to full support on the ride. Do not lose it! Please give your rider number to the event staff if asked. We will be checking numbers at some locations to keep track of riders. If you decide to abandon the event it will be your responsibility to notify event staff. Deviating from the designated route is not permitted. If you take a wrong turn and are off the event course there may be no support vehicles available to help you, so make sure you know where you are going. Any participant not abiding by these rules may be disqualified.
Cyclists and Cowboys:
At the Desperado Dual, Cyclists and Cowboys have much in common. As riders travelling through a grand landscape who appreciate the open spaces and quiet places of the west. To whom the joy that a good day's work in the saddle brings and the reward of simple food and drink. They also share a code of ethics that sets them apart from common folk. These qualities lend an almost mythical air to these riders.
