Aug 13 - Beginners / Advanced @ Palmer
Aug 13 - Beginners / Advanced @ Palmer is a road cycling race on August 13, 2026 in Colorado Springs, CO.
- Date
- August 13, 2026 (21 days to go)
- Sport
- Road Cycling
From the Organizer
Location: Palmer Park
Parking: Meet in Parking Lot 1 near baseball fields off of Maizeland Rd and Academy Rd
Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/raG6gsm6h1zMDchm6
This ride includes: Beginner, BegIntermediate and Advanced groups.
We want our group rides to be a place you can come to be with friends. We have a no drop policy, so we will not leave anyone behind. This Thursday evening ride starts at 6:00 and should be done by 8:00 p.m. Please check in by 5:45 to find your group.
If this event has to be cancelled for any reason, all participants will be emailed and we will post the notification on Facebook by 4:30 p.m.
Don't forget to bring:
- A mountain bike in reliable and safe condition
- A helmet
- Water, snacks, sunscreen
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
84°
Typical Low
57°
Chance of Rain
40%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Colorado Springs Muni Ap, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Colorado Springs, CO
Population
483,099
as of 2023
City Elevation
6,118 ft
Nearest Airport
COS
City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport · 4 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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21
Days to train
- Race
- Aug 13 - Beginners / Advanced @ Palmer
- Date
- August 13, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Road cycling rewards pacing judgment and consistent time on your bike more than raw power. If you already ride regularly and can comfortably ride a few miles, you have a good starting base for most beginner-friendly events.
Road Cycling
Built around sustained effort on a bike, exploring cities on the open road. Beginner distances create a great entry point into endurance sports.
Coming Up
More Road Cycling races near Colorado Springs, CO
July 23 - Intermediate @ Ute
Ute Valley Park
6 miles away
July 30 - Intermediate @ Palmer Park
Palmer Park
1 mile away
July 30 - Beginner & Skills / Advanced @ Ute Valley Park
Ute Valley Park
6 miles away
Aug 6 - Beginner & Advanced @ Stratton
Cresta Rd
6 miles away
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Aug 13 - Beginners / Advanced @ Palmer
Aug 13, 2026