What's the coolest thing going on this Saturday in Spokane? That would be the Lilac City Twilight Criterium, a bicycle race in the heart of downtown Spokane, organized by our own local club Spokane Rocket Velo. The race will be the first USA Cycling-sanctioned race in downtown Spokane since the Olympic Trials and the Washington Trust Classic which happened in 1984 and 1988. 

The first race starts at 5 p.m., showcasing the area’s beginner racers while the last race of the night starts at 8 p.m., giving spectators a chance to see top level racers compete for thousands of dollars in prizes and merchandise.  Other featured races will include a citizen’s and kid’s race, both free for the public

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Spokane Rocket Velo believes pairing the race with Spokefest--a community-oriented bicycle ride that happens the following morning--embraces the club’s mission to promote cycling and overall healthy community activities in the Spokane area.

For more information go to spokanerocketvelo.com. Race sponsors: Larry H. Miller Downtown Dealerships Visit Spokane Downtown Spokane Washington Trust Bank North Division Bicycle Shop.

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