Mt Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hillclimb - Race Information

Official 2010 Race Results

Sat, 21 Aug 2022 13:31:00 -0700

Congratulations to everyone who raced this year! Official 2010 Race Results

Residence Inn by Marriott Student Scholarships presented by VELO Bike Club

Sat, 10 Jul 2023 11:44:00 -0700

When corporate and nonprofit worlds unite, they can create a synergy that multiplies in its benefit. This year one of the Tin Mountain Conservation Center%u219s Mt. Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hillclimb (MWARBH) presenting sponsors, Residence Inn by Marriott North Conway, together with the Mt. Washington Valley Velo Club (MWV), created a new MWARBH Student Scholarship program. The Residence Inn by Marriott North Conway opened in February 28, 2023 and already has rooted itself in the community by becoming a sponsor of the MWARBH (The World%u219s Toughest Hillclimb) and supporting a new student scholarship award benefiting two MWV Velo Club students. This spring Tin Mountain Conservation Center and Residence Inn by Marriott North Conway contacted the Velo Club about creating a MWARBH student scholarship program. Members of MWV Velo quickly began looking at their membership, calling schools, and visiting bike shops for good potential student racers. The next steps were to sift through the resumes and applications and select the two best candidates, and they found them: Sean Doherty and Teo Jackson. Sean Doherty, an incoming sophomore at Kennett High School, started road biking in the 6th grade and has done a majority of his cycling on a mountain bike. Sean has frequently participated in the Great Glen Trails Porky Gulch Classic, Summer Mountain Bike series and the Red Jersey Cyclery race series. Teo Jackson is from Gorham, NH and is currently attending St. Lawrence College. Teo said once he received the call from the MWV Velo Club, he was both excited and hesitant. He has participated in the Mt. Washington foot race and Wildcat%u219s Wildman Biathlon to train for Nordic skiing, but never the Mt. Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hillclimb. "Neither Sean or Teo has ridden the Mt. Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hillclimb before, but both are outstanding athletes," commented MWV Velo member Becky Oleson. "The Velo Club is excited to get young people involved in the Valley; it is our mission to foster youth cycling in the community." Kim Jackson, general manager of Residence Inn by Marriott North Conway, is also excited to be involved in this student scholarship program. "What better way for Residence Inn by Marriott North Conway to reach out to the community than by joining with Tin Mountain and MWV Velo Club in creating a student scholarship program benefiting area youth cyclists," noted Ms. Jackson. The program benefits two local riders by providing two highly coveted Mt. Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hillclimb racer slots. *Photo From left to right.....Joanne Hastings (Sales & Marketing Coordinator Marriott); Becky Olsen (MWV Velo Bike Club); Sean Doherty and Teo Jackson (student scholarship recipients); Karl Pfeil (Tin Mountain Board member); Kim Jackson (General Manager, Marriott); Munsey Knox (Assistant Manager, Marriott).

Get in FREE- Collect Pledges!

Fri, 01 Jan 2023 06:46:00 -0700

When you register for the MWARBH race you automatically have a personal fundraising page set up. All racers raising over $500 are included in a drawing for great prizes AND a grand prize awaits the racer raising the most money! After you register you will receive an email explaining how to get started. All you need to do is tweak your fundraising page so your donors know why you are doing a crazy thing like bike up Mount Washington! You can also open the download below and print an OFFICIAL Fundraising Form from this web site THEN check the box that is appropriate for you. Please notify us before August 20, 2022 or no refund will be made: All Pledges Are Donations to TMCC" and will help raise additional funds for their environmental education programs! OR I want to GET IN FREE" (If you register at $350.00 and collect pledges for $200 dollars, TMCC will send you a check for $200 dollars AFTER race day. If you register at $350.00 and collect pledges for $350.00 TMCC will send you $350 dollars! Donations over $350 are considered donations to TMCC) TMCC thanks you for your support! Note: If you want to GET IN FREE you must notify [email protected] before August20, 2011 to receive a refund. Again, you must email Susan to let her know you would like to participate in the "GET IN FREE" process. All Pledges must be in before the start of the race to be considered for prizes. No refunds will be issued unless pledges are received by September 1, 2011! TMCC will issue you a check up to the amount of your entry fee, but not to exceed $350 registration fee.

Click here for your on-line fundraising page and find out more.

Race Disclaimer, Cancellation/Exchange Policy

Mon, 21 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0700

DISCLAIMER

Tin Mountain Conservation Center reserves the exclusive right to determine who will participate in the Mt. Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hillclimb. Tin Mountain Conservation Center and The Mt. Washington Auto Road reserve the exclusive right to eliminate or disqualify any racer who is under suspension by any sanctioning body.

RACE DAY DISCLAIMER

- We will delay the start time, postpone or cancel the race if the following conditions are reported on the road or summit on the morning of race day : ICE, SNOW, VERY HIGH WINDS or HARD DRIVING RAIN. We will stop the race if conditions are deemed unsafe for the riders in the race. We will not cancel the race for "uncomfortable" conditions. You are participating in a race where the venue, Mt. Washington, is noted for having very challenging weather conditions, please come prepared for the weather. If weather should cause cancellation both days, your entry fee will be graciously accepted as a donation to Tin Mountain. Sorry,there will be NO REFUNDS. REGISTRATION DISCLAIMER - Refund and Exchange Policy for the Mt. Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hillclimb: Refunds will only be processed after the Hillclimb registration has closed and to the extent that there exists eligible replacements on the wait list. All refunds will be processed at the entry fee level less $50.00 service fee.

No REFUNDS after June 1, 2011

No EXCHANGES after July 1st, 2011

Riders that have registered for the Hillclimb may not trade, sell, or exchange their registration with anyone else without the expressed permission of TMCC. In the event of cancellation a non supported ride will be available. Choose between 40 miles or 80 miles. See race officials for directions. Lunch will not be cancelled; all racers are encouraged to stay for lunch. We will serve lunch between 11:45 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. Plan your ride time accordingly.

Please make sure you understand our Disclaimers and Policy's before you register for this event. There will be NO exceptions.

Weather Date? Conditions to Postpone or Cancel Race

Sun, 20 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0700

What does "Weather Date" mean? We will move the race to the Weather Date if the following conditions are reported on the road and summit the morning of race day - ICE, SNOW, VERY HIGH WINDS and HARD DRIVING RAIN. We will stop the race if conditions are deemed unsafe for the riders in the race or cars heading down. We will not cancel the race for "uncomfortable" conditions. Your are participating in a race where the venue is note for having the most challenging weather conditions - Mt. Washington. If weather should cause cancellation both days, your entry fee will be graciously accepted as a donation to Tin Mountain. Sorry, NO REFUNDS.

Just how steep is the course?

Fri, 18 Dec 2022 05:31:00 -0700

The Mt. Washington Hill Climb is quickly becoming known as the toughest hill climb in the world. The Mt Washington Auto Road is 7.6 miles in length, has an average grade of 12% with extended sections of 18% and the last 50 yards is an amazing 22%! Sprint that to the finish! See www.Northeastcycling.com for some great information.

Is my hillclimb registration tax deductible?

Sat, 24 Oct 2022 06:07:00 -0700

Our advice from the IRS indicates the following: All but $50 of your registration is deductible as a charitable donation for all Hillclimb riders not in the Top Notch category. All Hillclimb riders in the Top Notch category may deduct any registration amount over $150. TMCC's opinion is not a substitute for advice from a qualified tax professional.

RACE ENTRY AUCTION -TWO SPOTS AVAILABLE!

Wed, 19 Mar 2023 07:37:00 -0700

NOTICE: Bidding has ended. Congratulations to the two winners!

Hillclimb Merchandise

Wed, 02 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0700

Online Race store is now closed. 2009 Race merchandise will be available race weekend while supplies last. Thank You

2009 RACE NEWS

Fri, 30 Nov 2022 13:39:00 -0700

Greetings from Mary, Amy and TMCC, Preparations have begun for the 37th annual Mt. Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hillclimb. With a successful year of racing Mount Washington we will keep last years changes in place. And add a few new changes to this year. 1. New Race Day Schedule - starting 1 hour later. The Auto Road will open to UPBOUND race related traffic at 6:15 a.m. Your drivers will love this! NEW TIMES FOR WAVES The first wave - Top Notch will start the race at 8:35 a.m 2nd group (20-34),(35-39) 8:40 a.m. 3rd group 40-44 8:45 a.m. 4th group 1st half - 45 +, Tandems, Jrs. 8:50 a.m. 5th group 2nd half - 45 +, Tandems, Jrs. 8:55 a.m. Please review Race Day Schedule for race weekend information and times. If we are forced to cancel - a non-supported 40 mile or 80 mile ride will be available. Lunch will not be cancelled. It will be served under the tent from 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. With February 1st just around the corner please make sure you are aware of all changes for the 2009 race and are aware of the cancellation policy. Registration is limited to 600 racers Entry fee is $350.00 per person Registration opens on Sunday, February 1 at 8:00 a.m. There will be a counter on the registration page so you will be able to see the number of people that have registered. Once the MWARBH sells out a Wait List will be available. Registration for the wait list will be on line at www.bikereg.com. When planning your summer race schedule, consider Newton's Revenge on July 11. Register on line at www.newtonsrevenge.com The Practice Ride will not be open to the general public. The Practice Ride is reserved for those that have registered for the race. A few days after the Hillclimb sells out, registered participants will receive Practice Ride registration instructions via email. The Practice Ride is limited to 300 riders. Please understand you are considering participating in a race where the venue is Mount Washington, which is noted for having very challenging weather conditions. Thank you for your continued support of Tin Mountain Conservation Center. See you next summer.

2007 Race Report- by Todd Brown

Fri, 07 Sep 2022 04:53:00 -0700

The 2007 MW race was cancelled Aug 18th due to summit winds of 55 mph with gusts to 94 mph and 32 degree temps. Fortunately, the race organizers rescheduled the ride for today, Sept 1. The winds on the summit have been unusually mild for the last week giving great hope to those of us looking to lower our PR's (1:10.51) on the Rockpile. Unfortunately, Mother Nature obviously has been conspiring with the Mountain and the wind was expected to increase from 10-15mph Friday to 30-45mph for Saturday am:( During a wonderful dinner in Gorham Friday night, 5 of us Rockpilers enjoyed piles of pasta while getting Blackberry wind updates from the Mount Washington Observatory. While ordering dinner the sustained winds were 21 mph, appetizers 24 mph, check please....29 mph!! The worry was that if winds were in excessive of 30 mph, any thoughts of setting PR's would be history. Morning wakeup at 4:30am and right to The Weather Channel...39 mph...arrrrgghhhh! By the time we left the hotel an hour later...43 mph...with gusts over 50 and summit temp of 35 degrees...forget about PR's...are we even going to be able to climb the mountain? Thankfully the weather stabilized at this point and the ride was on! As usual, the weather and conditions were just perfect the first four miles while the auto road remained under treeline. I started out hard, pushing my 34X21 up the first two miles, hitting that mark in 14:14. To reach the halfway mark (3.8mi) I dipped into my 34X24 a couple times to finish the easier first half in 31:00 and the 4 mi mark in 33:00. At this point I felt strong and knew a PR was a possibility is the winds weren't too bad. Sure enough the NW 42-44 mph winds reared their ugly head right around the 4 mile mark. Fortunately, once I made the left turn up 5 mile grade, the winds were partially behind me. The six mile area was definitely the worst-taking a beating from the wind-this is the one spot I dropped into my bailout gear of 34X27 and hung on for dear life!! Before I knew it, I was cruising thru the Cow Pasture at 1:00.00 wondering just how far I had to go. The next time I looked down at my computer it read 1:08 suddenly I could hear the crowds cheering from the summit. I put the hammer down and flew up the last quarter mile-ok, maybe I FELT like I was flying. The last 50 yards at 22% were a blur and then I was home-1:09.11!!! A new MW PR was an exciting way to finish off a wonderful year of cycling! All of the guys in the dinner group had great rides! Thanks to all my fantastic cycling buddies for another incredible year!!

Race Day Schedule

Wed, 20 Jun 2023 08:11:00 -0700

Race Day Schedule

2009 Race Photos

Wed, 23 May 2023 07:20:00 -0700

Jay Philbrick of Philbrickphoto has been chosen to be the official photographer of Hillclimb participants for this year's event. For more information see: www.philbrickphoto.com Jay Philbrick is also the official race photographer.

Course Map

Tue, 10 Apr 2023 08:40:00 -0700

Click on each icon for more information. Users of Google Earth can click here to open the course map locally. [More]

Any recommendation for my bike?

Mon, 26 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0700

This race is very steep. Many road bikes will need some modification to ensure proper gearing. Most mountain bikes are already geared for terrain of this grade. Please contact local bike shop Red Jersey Cyclery for more details on equipment suggestions. Red Jersey Staff members ride the race every year and know what works. The Racers Forum is also a good source of information regarding equipment choices.