Montrose

How to Experience This Stage

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Montrose

START TIME: 11:25 a.m.

START LINE: Pavilion Dr. and E. Niagara Rd.

START VILLAGE HOURS: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

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Getting Here

Access to the Montrose Pavilion and spectator parking is best from Niagara Road. However, Niagara Road will be closed starting at 11 a.m.

Moving On

There is no alternate route to the finish line other than the race course. Therefore, you must leave before the race starts in order to see the finish. If you leave after the finish, it is suggested that you wait two hours in order to avoid being stuck behind the caravan.

• Right onto US 50/Main St. follow course for 65 miles to Gunnison
• Left onto Hwy 135 north for approx. 30 miles to Crested Butte.
• Drive Time: 1.5hrs

Downloads

Download: Stage 2 Spectator Guide

Download: Stage 2 Route Map

Download: Stage 2 Start Map

Download: Stage 2 Profile

Download: Stage 2 Timetable

Main in Motion

Date: June 7 - August 16 Every Thursday during the summer 

Time: 5:30pm-8:00pm

Location: Historic Downtown Montrose

​Short description: Extended store hours and special sales are just a couple of reason why visitors and locals alike love this award-winning series of events.  Regional artisans, musicians, and vendors line Main Street to perform and display their works of art.  You’ll find a sampling of local produce and vegetables from local farmers who showcase their goodies at the Montrose Farmer’s Market.

Montrose Country Fair & Rodeo

Date: July 20-29

Time: 8am-11am

​Location: Montrose County Fairgrounds

​Short description: This much anticipated event keeps Montrose in touch with its roots.  The Fair is a ten day celebration of our agricultural and western heritage featuring a CPRA rodeo, Junior livestock and horse shows along with a ranch rodeo and tractor pull.

Grin & Barrett Black Canyon Butt Kicker

Date: July 21, 2012

Location: Montrose area and Black Canyon National Park

Short Description: This cycling event features four uniquely different rides that wind you through some of the most scenic parts of Montrose.  You can choose from 33, 50, or 75 mile loops or the infamous 114 mile “buttkicker”.  There is a post party featuring tasty local food and hand crafted beer that you won’t want to miss.