Read what they are saying about the Glencoe Grand Prix!

“2012 was my first time participating in the Glencoe Grand Prix. I was really impressed with the event structure. I especially appreciated the technical aspects of the course. The direction of the wind and the course design made race tactics extremely important. As a tactical and technical rider this proved favorable for our team. A bobble of my rear wheel in the last turn of the finish caused a blip in my personal effort for the win. Finishing 2nd was great for our team but we look forward to going for the win on this spectator friendly, fast and fun course!”

Erica Allar- 2012 USAC NCC Champion, CARE4Cycling p/b Solomon Corp

“I look forward to racing again at Glencoe as it holds a special meaning for me as I won my 1st Pro Criterium Jersey. The fans and the community are great and I always enjoy being in that kind of environment.”

Daniel Holloway - 2010 US Criterium Champion, Team Mike's Bikes

“The crowd was great; people were cheering all around the course. It really had a great vibe. The course was challenging and I loved the technical corners. I look forward to Racing Glencoe Grand Prix this year!”

Christina Gokey-Smith - 2012 3rd Place GGP BTIG Women NCC Pro/1/2, Rouse/Oogie Racing

“The Glencoe Grand Prix offers riders a unique opportunity to prove themselves with its challenging course. Glencoe Grand Prix is fast, tight, and technical. With its huge crowds it makes for an exciting race.”

Mike Sherer - 2010 Men's 1/2 winner, Team Optum p/b Kelly Benefit Strategies

“I hope I do this race this year! It's a very challenging course, technical for sure but there are open portions as well. The flow makes it very interesting because breakaways have a great chance, and the field tends to shatter halfway through the race. It favors smart racing, tactical sense, and aggressive riding much more than most standard criteriums. The setting is very nice, with excellent crowds of local families and a great atmosphere.”

Nick Frey, Owner of Boo Bicycles

“I have come to the Glencoe GP for the past 2 years and it is by far the most enjoyable race I've ever been a part of. The kids' races before the elite races are inspiring and fun to watch. And the technical course is one of the most challenging on the racing circuit, making for an exciting race every year.”

Jeremy Durrin, Team Optum p/b Kelly Benefit Strategies

“There is more of a circuit feel to it versus a true crit course... just FANTASTIC! A totally "PRO" production.”

Brian Conant, Van Wagner Racing

“I can't wait to return to Glencoe. You could hear the crowd roaring every lap. Also, the course is safe and has everything: a hill, technical corners, and two wheel pits. I especially enjoyed young fans coming up to me and asking me for my special Glencoe Grand Prix trading card.”

Nicky Wangsgard - rider & director, Primal Pro Women's Cycling Team

“I really enjoyed the weekend last year. I'm not normally a crit guy, but the hilly challenging course made it more selective and engaging than the typical crit. If the eighties cover band (referring to Sixteen Candles) is back this year for the after-party (they will be!), I'll try to find a way to make it out there!”

Menso de Jong, Team Clif Bar

“Look what 2010's GGP pro winner did in Paris Roubaix, this is a great crit course!" (Referring to Europcar Professional Cycling Team's David Veilleux's (CAN) 25th place finish in the 2011 P-R race - just 3:45 behind the winner.)”

Wayne Simon - 2008 50-54 US National Masters Road Race Champion, Enzo's-PSIMET