Canyon Lake Classic
Saturday & Sunday, February 20–21, 2027
Canyon Park, Canyon Lake, Texas
Two days of circuit racing on closed park roads to open the 2027 Texas road calendar. Every rider is responsible for the USA Cycling rulebook and this guide.
Race schedule
| Category | Saturday start | Sunday start | Race length (Sat / Sun) | Field limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Women's 4/5 | 9:00 AM | 9:00 AM | 30 min | 75 |
| Masters 50–59 & 60+ (Cat 1–4) | 9:45 AM | 9:45 AM | 55 / 50 min | 50 each |
| Masters 40–49 | 10:50 AM | 10:50 AM | 60 min | 100 |
| Men's 3/4 | 12:05 PM | 12:05 PM | 70 min | 100 |
| Break | 1:15 PM | 1:15 PM | 45 min | |
| Pro 1/2 | 2:00 PM | 2:00 PM | 130 / 120 min | 100 |
| Men's 4/5 | 4:20 PM | 4:10 PM | 45 min | 75 |
| Women's 1/2/3 | 5:20 PM | 5:10 PM | 50 min | 100 |
Sunday times in orange differ from Saturday. Registration and number pickup open at 7:30 AM and close 30 minutes before each race. Every category needs at least 15 pre-registered riders when pre-registration closes; smaller fields are combined where possible or refunded. Masters 50–59 and 60+ are scored separately by race age (your age on December 31, 2027).
Courses
February 20
Saturday Circuit
Counter-clockwise
Start / finish
- Lap
- 2.34 mi
- Climbing
- 146 ft
- High point
- 1,007 ft
3.77 km
per lap
elevation
February 21
Sunday Circuit
Counter-clockwise
Start / finish
- Lap
- 1.56 mi
- Climbing
- 117 ft
- High point
- 1,008 ft
2.52 km
per lap
elevation
Park only in the marked areas. No parking past the Madrone Trailhead.
Prize purse
The purse grows with pre-registration. A category needs at least 25 pre-registered riders to pay a cash purse, and sponsors add prizes on top.
| Category | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | 5th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pro 1/2 | $250 | $150 | $100 | Swag | Swag |
| Women's 1/2/3 | $250 | $150 | $100 | Swag | Swag |
| Men's 3/4 | $100 | $75 | $50 | Swag | Swag |
| Masters 40–49 | $100 | $75 | $50 | Swag | Swag |
| Men's 4/5 | $100 | Swag | Swag | Swag | Swag |
| Masters 50+ / 60+ | $100 | Swag | Swag | Swag | Swag |
| Women's 4/5 | $100 | Swag | Swag | Swag | Swag |
| Category | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | 5th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pro 1/2 | $350 | $250 | $200 | $100 | $50 |
| Women's 1/2/3 | $350 | $250 | $200 | $100 | $50 |
| Men's 3/4 | $200 | $150 | $100 | Swag | Swag |
| Masters 40–49 | $100 | $75 | $50 | Swag | Swag |
| Men's 4/5 | $100 | $75 | $50 | Swag | Swag |
| Masters 50+ / 60+ | $100 | $75 | $50 | Swag | Swag |
| Women's 4/5 | $100 | $75 | $50 | Swag | Swag |
Rider information
Registration
Register online at BikeReg. Fields are limited to 100 riders, 75 for novice (4/5) categories.
- Race the category on your USA Cycling license. No category changes at the race.
- No refunds once registration closes, and no rider substitutions.
- One-day beginner licenses are accepted only in the novice categories.
Race numbers
You get one bib number for the weekend, and no frame number. Wear it on your left side on Saturday and your right side on Sunday.
Don’t cut, fold or alter your number. Altered numbers can bring a fine and a points penalty.
Podiums and protests
Podiums are 30 minutes after each race finishes. Check the posted results before you leave: protests go to the Chief Judge within 15 minutes of posting. Final results are final.
Wheels and mechanical support
Neutral wheels from ZIPP and mechanical support from Trek. Wheels in, wheels out, with one free lap per rider.
Foreign riders
Bring an international race license in good standing and a permission letter from your national federation for this date. The letter must cover medical insurance, or state that you accept all medical costs from the event.
Helmets on and buckled whenever you’re on the bike. Use the portable toilets and changing tents provided; public urination or changing in the open will result in fines or disqualification.