Ride Info
Join us for the Elevations Credit Union Buffalo Bicycle Classic on Sunday, September 12, 2027, and support high-achieving, Colorado residents in their academic pursuits at CU °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï.
°Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï Canyon will be closed to all vehicles westbound from 7am - 9am on Sunday Sept 12. Ìý
ÌýÌýView the 2026 rider information sheet (the 2027 rider information sheet will be published in Spring 2027)
If you pre-ordered merchandise please remember to pick it up or have a friend pick it up at one of the packet pick up events listed below or at the BBC Expo Tent after the ride. No merchandise will be mailed.
The information below is from the 2026 event. 2027 information will be updated soon, but in the meantime, the timelines and details below are helpful because they don't change much from year to year:
2026 Packet Pick Up and Merchandise Pick Up Dates/Times/Locations:
- Wednesday, Sept. 9, 3-6pm –
- Thursday, Sept. 10, 3-6 p.m. —Ìý
- Friday, Sept. 11, 3-6 p.m. —Ìý
- Saturday, Sept. 12: 8-11 a.m. —
- Sunday, Sept. 13, 6 - 10:30 a.m. — Start line; Benson Lawn; 2200 Colorado Ave.; °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï, 80309
There is free parking for the event on Sunday, Sept. 13 in Lot 436 (just north of the Regent parking garage). This is the only lot where there will be free parking for the event. All other visitor parking zones on campus are $1 per hour on Sundays. Directions to lot 436:
- From Denver/Westminster: Take westbound Hwy 36 until it turns into 28thÌýStreet, turn left on Colorado Ave, turn left on Regent Drive.Ìý Lot 436 is immediately to your left.
- From Fort Collins/Longmont: Take Foothills Hwy 119 (south), turn right onto Colorado Ave, turn left on Regent Drive.Ìý Lot 436 is immediately to your left.
- From Golden: North on Hwy 93 until it turns into Broadway, right on Regent Drive. Lot 436 just past the covered parking garage on your right.
Click on the image below to view the location of parking lot 436 on campus:
You don't need to purchase hourly parking as long as you park your car in lot 436. If you park in a different visitor lot on campus, hourly parking permit is required (via Park Mobile).
Start Times:
7:10am - Buff Epic (100 miles), Epic 75, Gravel Epic (59 miles)
Staging will be at Benson Lawn at 6:55 a.m. Rider bibs will be checked. The peloton of riders will be escorted at 7:10 a.m. from Benson Lawn through the city to °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï Canyon. There will be a lead vehicle and a following vehicle to keep all riders in a peloton to be led safely through °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï to °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï Canyon. Any rider that falls out of the peloton must follow rules of the road to get to the entrance to °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï Canyon. All Epic riders must enter the closure on Canyon Blvd., west of 6th Street by 7:30 a.m. °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï Canyon will be closed to westbound vehicle traffic but there will be eastbound traffic, so NEVER cross the yellow line. The Buffalo Bicycle Classic is a ride and not a race. Except in this designated closure, you must follow the Rules of the Road by stopping at all stop signs and obeying all traffic signals and law enforcement instructions.
8:00am- Century 100 and Carter Lake 70 miles
Staging will begin at 7:45 a.m. at Benson Lawn with riders released slowly for safety starting at 8:00 a.m. The Buffalo Bicycle Classic is a ride and not a race. You must follow Rules of the Road along the entire course by stopping at all stop signs and obeying all traffic signals and law enforcement instructions.
8:30am - 50 Mile Half Century, 35 Mile Mary's Loop and Gravel Buff (42.3 miles)
Staging will begin at 8:15 a.m. at Benson Lawn with riders released slowly for safety starting at 8:30 a.m. The Buffalo Bicycle Classic is a ride and not a race. You must follow Rules of the Road along the entire course by stopping at all stop signs and obeying all traffic signals and law enforcement instructions.
10:30am - Little Buff Family Ride (10 miles)
Staging will begin at 10:15 a.m. at Benson Lawn with riders released slowly for safety starting at 10:30 a.m. Riders will be led out by a lead bicycle and followed by a sweep bicycle. The Buffalo Bicycle Classic is a ride and not a race. You must follow Rules of the Road along the entire course by obeying bicycle path instructions, stopping at all stop signs and obeying all traffic signals and law enforcement instructions.Ìý
Both the start and finish area is at Benson Lawn on the CU °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï campus. Benson Lawn is on the south side of the Benson Earth Sciences building and the west side of the Mathematics Building. The closest cross streets are Colorado Avenue and Libby Drive, near the turnaround area and gate on the south side of Folsom Field stadium.
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You'll find well-stocked and well-staffed aid stations throughout each route. Hydrate with Tailwind Nutrition and Eldorado Spring Water. ÌýSmiling faces, tasty eats, and a cowbell or two to keep your spirits up! If you need any assistance in between, flag down one of the support vehicles that are traveling the course.
In case of mechanical failure…
For those on longer rides, please bring a phone, spare tire tube and, ideally, portable pump or CO2 cartridge to ensure you can quickly rejoin the ride. If your bike has mechanical shifting, be sure to pack a spare battery. There will be a volunteer mechanic at Nederland, Ward and Allenspark, post-Carter Lake, Hygiene and Neva Road aid stations. The BBC will have many SAG vehicles assisting riders, but a small maintenance kit can reduce your wait time.ÌýOther ridersÌýusually volunteer to help too.
You'll need to wear an ANSI- or SNELL-approved helmet at all times -- we can't let people ride who don't have helmets. Also bring an ID, especially if you want your post-ride Lefthand Brewery beer. Make sure you have your rider number affixed to your bike (you'll pick up your rider number during packet pickup).
Don't miss the event after the event at Benson Lawn!Ìý
Savory Spaghetti Lunch: ÌýAs you gear up for the expo, Savory Catering will create a delectable pasta bar lunch (gluten-free options available). Share your biking tales over a plate of deliciousness and soak in the good vibes. Additional tickets for family and friends are available for $15 each. (bring cash).
Secure Bike Corral: ÌýThere's free secure bike parking located in the parking lot just to the east of the finisher's arch. You check your bike using the number on your rider bib, then you can relax knowing it's in a safe spot while you enjoy your lunch.Ìý
Raise a Glass: After the ride, quench your thirst with Left Hand Brewing's amazing brews! Remember to pack your ID because this treat is only for those 21 and older. If you want another one, a donation of $5 cash is recommended. Or grab refreshments from TooSteppin Ginger Beer or Hoplark non acholoic drink. Yes, we've tested these and can confirm they are the perfect post-ride refreshments.
Expo: Check it out! Elevations Credit Union Buffalo Bicycle Classic Merchandise tent on-site with more lycra than a biker can dream of including discounted prices on former year BBC gear and 2026 BBC merchandise. Grab a pair of free socks from Elevations Credit Union. Stop by the TIAA tent for some good advice and fabulous swag. Zorbent will have some give away Zorbent towels. Check out the Recovery Zone expos Stretch Lab and Pause to help with your sore muscles after your long ride. Try for a great prize grab with the Cyclist Lawyer. Nibble on a sample of Bod Bar and try a wellness strip from Play for Life. Awesome outdoor clothing for all seasons will be for sale at Stio. Hey dog owners! Want a portrait of that special family member? Check out the Fetch Photo Truck. Hey you cycling travelers, want to pedal around Spain! Stop by Reverie Cycling Company and sign up for their trip to Spain.
Say Hello to our BBC Scholars: Look for our scholars volunteering at the finish/expo zone. They will be wearing bright green shirts. Say hello and hear their stories.
Register to Ride
Registration for the 2027 Elevations Credit Union Buffalo Bicycle Classic will open this winter. Stay tuned! Save $15 on your ride registration with the coupon code CHANGELIVES. Discount valid for individual registrations only; not applicable to the Little Buff family registration.
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No Hands: The Wild Ride of the Schwinn Bicycle Company
Join us on Monday, September 21 at 7:30pm at CU °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï’s Muenzinger Auditorium for a special screening of No Hands: The Wild Ride of the Schwinn Bicycle Company. This documentary explores the history, rise, and decline of one of America's most iconic bicycle brands through archival footage and interviews. Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit the Buffalo Bicycle Classic Scholarship Fund, helping support scholarships for CU °Ç¸ç³Ô¹Ï students.