FAQ

The Start/Finish line will be at the same location as past years in front of Macy’s at The Shops of Northfield on Main Street between 46^th and 47^th

Instead of cyclists starting in a large group all at once, we will have “Departure Windows” to limit crowding at the Start line. This means that cyclists may begin the Ride at any time during the designated departure time frame for your selected distance. This “staggered” approach allows for greater natural social distancing throughout the day along the courses, at aid stations as well as at the Finish line.

Planned departure windows:

• 100 & 85-Mile Rides: Depart anytime between 6:30 am – 7:00 am (last departure is 7:00am)
• 50 & 25-Mile Ride: Depart anytime between 7:15 am – 8:00 am (last departure is 8:00am)
• Ice Cream Ride: 10:00 a.m. Group departure - No drops ride, everyone must start together

No, all four courses will be the same as currently listed on the website, unless there is construction/cause to redirect along any of the routes closer to ride day as determined by our Ride Director. It is always a good idea to check the route pages during the week of the ride as things can change during the final days of planning and permitting.

Yes there are. In order to ensure you make it back to the post ride street party we enforce cut-off times. At every Aid Station there will be published closure times and this information will be provided on the website and in the Rider Instructions provided to each registered cyclist prior to ride day. Additionally, there are published cut-off times and locations if you are riding the 100-mile route, and for riders on the 50-mile ride. Check the website the week before the ride for these locations and times.

The DCR is designed for riders of all ages. (The cyclists age is their age on the day of the event.) We want to share the beautiful bike routes and bike lanes with all generations. However, for your safety and the safety of other participants we have put the following restrictions in place:

• Cyclists 16 and above may ride any route with a waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian
• Cyclists 14 to 16 may ride any route with a waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian and accompanied by an adult. If the adult is not a legal guardian, they must carry a permission letter signed by the parent or guardian stating they are accompanying the minor on the DCR.
• Cyclists 14 and younger may ride the 50, or 25-mile route with a waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian and accompanied by an adult. If the adult is not a legal guardian, they must carry a permission letter signed by the parent or guardian stating they are accompanying the minor on the DCR.
• Children are allowed on the Ice Cream Ride. See website for ages and restrictions.

Before deciding on any of the above distances for a minor child please review the routes at www.DenverCenturyRide.com and make sure your child is of the ability to complete the route. The DCR is a “Rules of the Road” ride and all participants must be versed in and able to follow the Rules of the Road, per the Colorado vehicular codes.

Berley trailers are welcome at the Denver Century Ride. We welcome you to bring your children in their trailer on the 25 and 50-mile courses. If you are feeling more ambitious and want to ride the longer distances, we suggest the 85-mile, but please do not ride the 100. It is not safe for you or your children to ascend/descend Lookout Mountain’s narrow winding roads while towing a trailer.

Yes, if you purchase one registration for each rider.

Yes, as long as you have a 6ft flag attached to your bike, so you are seen easily.

Yes, but E-bikes are recommended for the 25 and 50-mile routes, as long as you have spare batteries.

Absolutely! The 100 & 85-mile routes are designed so you can switch to a shorter or longer route as you like during the course of the ride. If you signed up for the 50-mile and are feeling ambitious enough to do the 85 or 100-mile, we ask that you please mention at Check-in so that we can issue you the proper course bib.

Upsizing your ride from the 25 mile involves additional fees that may or may not be able to be accommodated during the ride due to rider caps, so please consider your abilities at the time of online registration.

All riders will need to abide by the posted Departure Windows for their respective distances.

We will have a photographer at the Start/Finish Line for our cyclists to purchase courtesy of Sundance Images. A link will be sent to you the week following the ride to purchase your ride photos.

No, all roads are open to normal traffic during the DCR. However, in high congestion areas there will be law enforcement posted. These officers/troopers may stop or detain traffic at their discretion to allow the cyclists priority. Click here to see Rider Safety Rules on the Ride Information page for this information.

The elevation is different on each route, check the individual route pages for complete details. Please note information is subject to change.

100-Mile Elevation – Check out the entire map HERE

• Elevation: +5,953 / -5,953
• Grade: 9.9%
• Grade: -13.1%

85-Mile Elevation – Check out the entire map HERE

• Elevation: +3,871 / -3,871
• Grade: 9.5%
• Grade: -11.4%

50-Mile Elevation – Check out the entire map HERE

• Elevation: +1,606 / -1,606
• Grade: 6.0%
• Grade: -5.7%

25-Mile Elevation – Check out the entire map HERE

• Elevation: +711 / -712
• Grade: 5.1%
• Grade: -5.1%

Our goal is to keep our riders comfortable and safe, so we offer aid stations every 15-18 miles. All Aid Stations are stocked with water, Skratch hydration products , nutrition bars and other energizing foods! If you need or prefer a specific nutritional or hydration item while riding, please bring that with you. Note: Hydration stations will ONLY provide water and hydration mix, please stock your jersey with nutrition accordingly.

Yes, there are self-serve, water coolers serving Eldorado Natural Springs Water at each aid station.

YES! Our Title Sponsor CommonSpirit Health, will have medical teams at each aid state and at the Start/Finish line. Additionally, they will have an ambulance circulating on the courses. You will also find peddling medics wearing EMT vests on the routes plus SAG support. If you have any emergency, dial 911.

BIB & PACKET PICK-UP
Your bib and pre-ordered merchandise, as well as your goody bag will be available at Epic Mountain Gear stores between September 17-21 as well as at the Ride HQ on Main Street at the Shops of Northfield, (8354 E 49th Ave #1250, Denver, CO 80238) during the following times:

EPIC MOUNTAIN GEAR

• Wednesday, September 17, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Park Meadows Store (8691 Park Meadows Center Drive, Lone Tree, CO 80124)
• Thursday, September 18, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Aurora Store (2650 S Havana Street, Aurora, CO 80014)
• Friday, September 19, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Boulder Store (2525 Arapahoe Avenue, Boulder, CO 80302)
• Saturday, September 20, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Littleton Store (8100 W Crestline Avenue, Littleton, CO 80123)
• Sunday, September 21, 2025 from 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Westminster Store (9170 Wadsworth Parkway, Westminster, CO 8002)

RIDE HQ LOCATION
Location: The Shops at Northfield - 8210 Northfield Blvd., Suite 1250, Denver, CO 80238. Space 1250, is the former Simply Fashion Boutique space on 48th Avenue and Main Street, right next to southern facing Macy's Courtyard.

• Thursday, September 25, 2025 from 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m
• Friday, September 26, 2025 from 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m
• Saturday, September 27, 2025 beginning at 5:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m

We encourage you to register online to enjoy special online discounts and to minimize lines and wait time at onsite registration.

Yes. Bib pick up will open at 5:30 am on ride day at the Denver Century Ride HQ at The Shops of Northfield on Main Street.

We encourage people to pick up bibs for family and friends, however you MUST have their QR Code sent to them in advance or an ID or a picture of their ID, or an email from them saying that you have permission to pick up their bib and other items.

Your bib number (includes the post ride party food/beverage tabs), a helmet sticker, your free t-shirt, goody bag and any other merchandise you ordered.

We will celebrate every cyclist that crosses the finish line. We will host the lifestyle expo, serve food and beverage and have a place to rest and relax at the finish area.

This year, we will also have live musical entertainment and a BMX demo for your additional entertainment.

Yes, it will include sponsor booths, general exhibitors and Shops at Northfield merchants.

The expo will open 10:00 am and closes at 4 :00 pm. Your post ride meal will be served between 11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. We will have the Start/Finish Line Aid Station option with some food available if you arrive prior to that time.

Please note, the cutoff times mentioned on the Ride Instructions pages, and in the Rider Information letter provided prior to ride day are put in place to ensure you arrive at the finish in time to enjoy the Post Ride Party. If you start within the Departure window for your distance and maintain an average speed of 12mph (including Aid Station stops), you will finish in time to check out our sponsors and grab a meal.

We do have a few exhibit spaces still available. Please email berley@csg-sponsorship.com with your request.

Thank you! Please contact our Ride Director: Sabra Nagel
RideDirectorDCR@gmail.com

Please visit our website to learn about the myriad of on-course and off-course volunteer positions here.