Chris Thater Memorial
***** 2011 RESULTS - Pro Men (canceled) | Pro Women | Recap *****
EVENT DESCRIPTION: The Chris Thater Memorial is dedicated in memory of Chris Thater, an avid cyclist, who was killed by a drunk driver. The event is a project of the Broome County STOP-DWI Program to heighten awareness about the drunk-driving problem. The race attracts over 1,500 participants from local athletes to world-class competitors with crowds of over 10,000 spectators. The Chris Thater Memorial consists of the Pro, Elite and Novice cycling events, and a national class 5K Run.
The Chris Thater Memorial also features a large Expo area with numerous vendor displays, full concession, entertainment, sports/health clinics, demonstrations and other youth sports and special events.
DATE: August 27-28, 2011
LOCATION: Binghamton, NY
ONLINE: Website | Facebook
SCHEDULE:
Women’s Pro-Am – August 27, 2011 at 5:00 PM
Men’s Pro-Am – August 28, 2011 at 11:30 AM
COURSE AND DISTANCES: The Pro Men’s course is a technical 1.2 mile circuit that features 6 corners. The Pro Women’s course is a 4 corner .8 mile circuit. Both courses are deceptively hard as there is a small hill between turn 1 and turn 2 with an elevation gain of 40-50.
Women’s Pro-Am – 35 miles
Men’s Pro-Am – 50 miles
Course Maps:
Women’s
Men’s
2010 RESULTS:
Pro Men & Women
***Please note information is not official. Check each individual event’s flyer for official information.