Friday Night HLL CLMB Presented by Specialized

The SBT team has been working on something new to spice up race weekend, and this year we are excited to introduce the 2023 SBT Friday Night HLL CLMB Presented by Specialized. 

Proceeds benefit The Cycle Effect, a local non-profit that provides young women equal opportunity and access to the sport of mountain biking.

Hill Climb Stats

Date: Friday, August 17th
Maximum number of riders: 100
Mileage: 2.24 miles
Elevation Gain: 1087 feet
Average gradient: 9%
Steepest grade: 20%
Costumes: Highly encouraged
Spectators: Mandatory
Start time: 5:30pm
Awards: 6:30pm
Fastest Open & Female:  $500 gift card for Steamboat dining
Best Costume: Your weight in beer!

Le Mans-style start, 2.2 mile ride, 1,000+ feet of vert on dirt, 20% gradients, 100% party. 

The Nitty Gritty

Starting at Howelsen Hill, a 5 minute walk across the river from the SBT Expo on Yampa Street, cyclists will park their bikes near the bottom of the ski jumps and the race will start with a short run. After jumping on their bikes, riders will head straight up Mile Run on Howelsen Hill for a lung and leg-burning challenge. After all riders cross the finish line at the Overlook, they will come back down for a quick podium presentation and then join everyone for live music and a beverage. Prizes will be awarded for the top three open category and women, as well as best costume. Spectating will be highly encouraged and positive banter toward participants on the climb will be celebrated.