Life Time announced the launch of the Life Time Grand Prix for elite cyclists. The new series is comprised of six highly regarded races within the Life Time portfolio, including both new and established events like Big Sugar Gravel and the Leadville Trail 100 MTB, and brings a healthy competition amongst elite cyclists. Men and women from a range of disciplines will compete for a $250,000 prize purse at the end of the series.
“Life Time is proud to play a part in the changing landscape of professional and recreational cycling in the US. After many years of declining participation, we’re experiencing a groundswell of growth, in both amateur and professional field sizes, especially in our gravel and mountain bike events,” said Kimo Seymour, President of Media and Events at Life Time. “Through the Life Time Grand Prix, we are excited to offer an opportunity for professional cyclists to achieve their potential domestically, and for fans of cycling to be able to engage with those athletes.”
The 2022 Life Time Grand Prix Series Lineup includes:
- April 7-10: marathon mountain bike race at the Sea Otter Classic in Monterey, Calif.
- June 4: 200-mile UNBOUND Gravel in Emporia, Kan.
- July 9: 70-mile Crusher in the Tushar in Beaver, Utah
- August: 13: Leadville Trail 100 MTB in Leadville, Colo.
- September 17: 40-mile Chequamegon MTB in Cable, Wis.
- October 22: 100-mile Big Sugar Gravel in Bentonville, Ark.
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