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SUMMARY:Tucson Bicycle Classic returns to Oro Valley on Feb. 23
DESCRIPTION:Press Release from Town of Oro Valley \nORO VALLEY\, Ariz. (Feb. 12\, 2025) — The Town of Oro Valley is excited to welcome back the Tucson Bicycle Classic on Sunday\, Feb. 23\, 2025\, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. \nThis year’s event features a refreshed Oro Valley Circuit Race at Naranja Park (810 W. Naranja Drive)\, drawing more than 600 professional cyclists for a high-energy competition. With an anticipated economic impact exceeding $180\,000\, this race event will help drive significant tourism spending in local lodging\, dining\, and retail. \nAbout the Race\nThe Oro Valley Circuit Race\, presented by Rutledge Dental\, features a new 2.8-mile course with a challenging uphill finish on Musette Drive in the heart of Naranja Park. This action-packed final stage will test riders’ endurance\, with several prime locations for spectators to enjoy the race up close. \n“Since the Oro Valley Circuit is the third and final day of racing\, the competition will be fierce\,” said Crystal Franke\, Oro Valley’s Destination Marketing Manager. “It’s a great way for people of all ages to experience the excitement of professional cycling right here in our community.” \nJoin us Sunday\, Feb. 23\, to cheer on the riders and experience the excitement of the Tucson Bicycle Classic in Oro Valley! \nAs a premier cycling destination\, Oro Valley continues to attract top-tier events and professional athletes for year-round training and racing opportunities. Click here to watch a brief video clip about the many benefits of cycling in Oro Valley. \nTraffic Restrictions & Delays\nTo ensure the safety of participants and spectators\, road closures and traffic restrictions will be in place near Naranja Park. Motorists should expect delays.\nClick here for a traffic map. \nPlease plan ahead — several roads will be fully or partially restricted on race day. Closures and diversions will start at 3 a.m. Traffic cones\, signs\, and OVPD officers will be positioned along the course route to direct traffic. The following traffic restrictions will be in effect on Sunday\, Feb. 23\, from 3 a.m. to 7 p.m.: \nMajor Road Closures \n\nNaranja Drive (between Monterra Vista Dr. and Musette Rd.) is closed in both directions.\n\nDetours: Westbound traffic via Monterra Vista Dr.; eastbound traffic via Poinsettia Dr.\n\n\nMusette Road (inside Naranja Park\, from Naranja Dr. to Tangerine Rd.) is closed in all directions.\nMonterra Vista Drive (between Tangerine Rd. and Naranja Dr.) southboundlanes are closed.\n\nDetours: Northbound lanes remain open.\n\n\n\n🚦 Click here for a map of all closures and detours.\nAdditional neighborhood impacts are listed below. \nSpectator Parking & Park Access \n\nNo parking at Naranja Park\, closed to vehicle traffic.\nNo street parking on Naranja Drive or Tangerine Road.\nAlternative parking: Free spectator parking is available at:\n\nOro Valley Public Library (1305 W. Naranja Dr.)\nOro Valley Town Hall (11000 N. La Cañada Dr.)\n\n\nFacility closures:\n\nNaranja Park Archery Range & Trails are closed for the race.\nNaranja Park Remote-Control Flying area is closed for the race.\n\n\nFood trucks & vendors will be available inside Naranja Park.\nPlan to walk or bike! The course is easily accessible via Oro Valley’s network of multi-use paths.\n\nBest places to watch the action: \n\nStart/Finish Line (inside Naranja Park on Musette Rd. near Tangerine Rd.) –See riders battle through the final sprint! Live announcers will provide race updates throughout the event.\nNaranja Drive & Monterra Vista Drive – A high-speed descent into one of the race’s most technical turns occurs at this intersection at the southeast corner of Naranja Park.\n\n🥇 Click here for a map of the best spectator locations. \nNeighborhood Impacts \nNaranja Drive \n\nPomegranate Drive will be closed at the Naranja Dr. entrance. Motorists may enter/exit the neighborhood to the south on Lambert Ln.\nGuava Drive will be closed at the Naranja Dr. entrance. Motorists may enter/exit the neighborhood to the south on Lambert Ln.\n\nDetours: Poinsettia Drive will serve as a detour for Naranja Dr. eastbound motorists. Detoured motorists will enter/exit the neighborhood to the south on Lambert Lane. Northbound traffic on Poinsettia Dr. will be able to make a left westbound turn onto Naranja Dr. to exit the neighborhood.\n\n\n\nTangerine Road \n\nCopper Springs Trail (between Antelope Creek Trail and Tangerine Rd.) will be closed. Motorists may enter/exit the neighborhood to Tangerine Rd. (via Copper Creek Dr.). All other access points in and out of the neighborhood will remain open.\nSonatina Lane (between Musette Dr. and Cantata Dr.) will be closed. Motorists may enter/exit the neighborhood from Verismo Dr.\n\nMonterra Vista Drive \n\nPlateau Road will be closed at the Monterra Vista Dr. entrance. Motorists may enter/exit the neighborhood from Potosi Point Dr. or Ridge Peak Rd.\nSugar Loaf Road will be closed at the Monterra Vista Dr. entrance. Motorists may enter/exit the neighborhood from Ridge Peak Rd. or Azmataz Rd.\nTeskow Drive will be closed at the Monterra Vista Dr. entrance. Motorists may enter/exit the neighborhood from Quandry Dr. or Flat Iron Dr.\n\nFor more information \n\nEvent info: Crystal Franke\, Oro Valley Destination Marketing Manager – (520) 229-4846 | cfranke@orovalleyaz.gov\nMedia inquiries: Jeffery Hidalgo\, Oro Valley Public Information Officer – (520) 229-4772 | jhidalgo@orovalleyaz.gov\n\nAbout the Tucson Bicycle Classic\nThe Tucson Bicycle Classic is a three-day competitive stage race scheduled to take place Feb. 21-23\, 2025. Tucson Bicycle Classic is USA Cycling sanctioned. Proceeds from this event will benefit El Grupo Youth Cycling\, a nonprofit youth cycling organization in Tucson. For more information about the Tucson Bicycle Classic\, visit TucsonBicycleClassic.com.
URL:https://iloveov.com/oro-valley-event/tucson-bicycle-classic-returns-to-oro-valley-on-feb-23/
LOCATION:Naranja Park\, 810 W. Naranja Drive\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tucson Bicycle Classic
DESCRIPTION:Get Ready for Wheels Whizzing! Oro Valley Circuit Race Heats Up on Sunday\nMark your calendars\, cycling fans! The thrilling Tucson Bicycle Classic roars back to Oro Valley this Sunday\, February 25th\, with 500 elite cyclists pushing their limits on the 4-mile Oro Valley Circuit Race. Expect heart-pounding action from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm as riders tackle the challenging course around Naranja Park\, some even taking on an impressive 11 laps! \n“This final stage of the race promises to be electrifying\,” says Andrew Fairbanks\, Oro Valley’s tourism coordinator. “It’s a fantastic opportunity for everyone to witness the intensity and skill of competitive cycling.” \nThe Tucson Bicycle Classic\, sanctioned by USA Cycling\, is a three-day stage race that began with a time trial in Marana on Friday\, followed by a circuit race in Sahuarita and Green Valley on Saturday. This Sunday’s finale in Oro Valley will crown the champions and raise funds for El Grupo Youth Cycling\, a local non-profit. \nHeads Up\, Drivers! Naranja Park will be closed to all vehicles except racers on race day. Expect detours and lane restrictions on Naranja Drive\, La Canada\, Monterra Vista\, and Tangerine Road. \nDon’t Miss the Action! Prime viewing spots are available\, so come cheer on the cyclists and soak up the exciting atmosphere. For detailed race information\, course maps\, and parking tips\, visit tucsonbicycleclassic.com.
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LOCATION:Naranja Park\, 810 W. Naranja Drive\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
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