Hill Climb
Location: Brookwood Mall
625 Shades Creek Pkwy Homewood, AL 35209
Date: July 4th 2025
Time Frame: 8:00am - 1:00 pm
Race Description
The Hill Climb event is an individual time trial, but all uphill going up a well known climb segment in Birmingham called Smyer Rd. About 15yrs ago, a property owner installed a gate between the mall and the climb, taking away access to the full climb segment. BUT for this event and this event only, this gate will be opened, allowing for participants to stake their claim on the full climb segment once again!
Schedule
World Police & Fire Games Events
8:00 am - First rider starts
10:15 am - Awards
Final Start List Here
Course Maps
Course Distance:
2.3mi/3.7km avg gradient 6.4%
RideWithGPS Link:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48865498
Course Description:
Race up a beautiful climb that is also one of the most popular KOM segments in Alabama, ending with a view overlooking Shades Valley and downtown Birmingham.
Check-in, Bib Numbers & Timing Chips
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Packet pickup/check-in begins at 7:00am at the venue. Bib numbers and timing transponders will be assigned upon check-in
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RaceResult timing transponders are being used at this event. Each rider is issued a transponder that is to be attached to the fork of the bike using zip ties. These transponders must be returned to registration after your last race of the week. A credit card is required upon check-in for collateral in case the transponder is not returned. There is no rental fee, the card is not charged unless the transponder is not returned within two weeks of the event's conclusion. The replacement fee if the chip is not returned is $100 usd.
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Bib numbers - one number is issued for the week, the side of the jersey in which the number should be pinned varies based on the venue. Please inquire at check-in prior to pinning your number.
General Event Rules & Guidelines
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Warming up is not allowed on any course while races are in progress. Use designated warm up areas only
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Do not change clothes in public, please use restrooms
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Public urination is not permitted at any venue, failure to use designated restrooms could result in disqualification and removal from the venue
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Pick up after yourselves! There are trash cans available at each venue, littering will not be tolerated.
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Race officials reserve the right to disqualify or relegate riders for violating the above rules.
Registration
Entry fee - $30
WPFG Participants get $20 off
Registration closes 7/3 @ 5pm
Onsite registration is not available
Insurance & Sanctioning:
This event is insured with the same level of coverage offered through typical USA Cycling sanctioned races. The event is NOT sanctioned by USA Cycling and licenses are not required to participate. While the event is not sanctioned, USAC rules and guidelines related to racing will be observed to ensure consistency with other race events across the region. Any changes or deviations from standard USAC rules will be explicitly stated on this website.