Beginning a 22-kilometer time trial, Joe Statt of Scottsdale takes off from the starting gate at the 2008 16th annual Valley of the Sun John Earley Memorial Stage Race at Sun Valley Parkway and McDowell Road near Buckeye Friday. - John Severson / The Arizona Republic

The Valley of the Sun bike race is a three-day event in which professional and amateur road racing cyclists of different categories compete for cash and prizes.  A stage is held each day consisting of a time trial, a road race and a criterium. There are over 900 participants in 15 categories of amateur and professional riders, both men and women, ages 10 to over 60. The cyclists that have the lowest cumulative time from the three stages will win in their respective categories.

The three stages in 2009 are:

Town of Buckeye Time Trial in Buckeye, AZ Friday, February 13	Landis Cyclery Road Race in Casa Grande, AZ Saturday, February 14	Verrado Criterium in Buckeye, AZ Sunday, February 15

 

2009 Criterium has a new home!

This year the Valley of the Sun Stage Race has a new home for the criterium. Verrado in Buckeye, AZ is just as excited as us to hold the criterium in their Main St area.

Just outside of Phoenix you'll find a modern hometown like no other. There's something about Verrado that brings people together. A warm, welcoming ambience with authentic small-town charm. A diverse community where you follow your own path to happiness.

Verrado. It's a unique approach to community living for people just like you. Experience Verrado life here.

2009 will also include these special events: 

 

 

Kids Bike Rodeo

The Police Department along with the SAFE KIDS Coalition of Maricopa County and the Landis/Trek amateur team will conduct a Bike Rodeo and Helmet Fitting clinic.

Kids Race
Children 3 and up with a helmet and a bike can race. Click here for the Kid's Race flyer.