Chevron Grand Prix
  Ken Hanson of Optum wins 2012 Pro Men
Cycling Illustrated - Mpu Dinani  Shelby Reynolds of Helen's wins 2012 Women's 1-3
Cycling Illustrated - Danny Munson  Karl Bordine of Monster Media Racing 2012 leads out his kids |
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Overview The MBGP was founded in 1962 by local cycling legend Ted Ernst. Ted, at 82, is still very active as a mentor in the racing community, and oversees the Kid's races each year. As the race has grown over the past 52 years, it has developed a reputation for providing high-quality competition that benefits both the community and the athlete. We feature a food court and a vendor's area where you may shop and purchase the latest in bicycle accessories, clothing, and various nutritionals. The MBGP provides racing for all levels of men and women USAC racers as well as a wide age range of community racers. Our race is one of the longest running bike races in America and draws contestants from six continents. It is also one of the more "technical" courses on the USA Cycling National Criterium Calendar (NCC). The MBGP draws over 7,500 spectators and nearly 1,000 racers. Many fields usually sell-out so pre-registration is highly recommended. The race course is considered to be challenging and technical. Shaped like a slightly bent "paperclip", the 1.3 mile course features two long straight-aways, two sweeping 180° turns, and 50' of climbing per lap. You can expect a headwind on the far side so breakaways are rarely successful. This race is about team tactics and setting up for the final turn. With just 250 meters to the finish line, if you are not in the top 10 coming out of the last turn, you will have little to no chance of winning your event. The MBGP is co-sponsored by the South Bay Wheelmen and the South Bay Wheelmen Foundation |
Chevron Grand Prix
Date and Time
Sunday Jul 7, 2013
7:00 AM - 2:40 PM PDT
Sunday, July 7, 2013
7:00 AM - 2:40 PM
Location
Live Oak Park
1901 N. Valley Dr.
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
