2015 Route

Here is the link to cue sheets for 2015.  We will also have them at registration.

URL:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B45tutGk8I3TZmtWVnNVNlBkams/view?usp=sharing

Here is the link to the map for 2015. Total mileage is about 106.

URL:
https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=zNIYCMyzL1L8.kuzL4_20cOjI&usp=sharing

Race Details

Thanks to the folks at Michael's Cycles & The Chaska VFW we have our new Start/Finish & Registration locations set.  (Map Link)

*Please note that there is a bicycle tour leaving from the Chaska VFW at the same time on Saturday and not to get into the wrong event*

Registration:
Will be at Michael's Cycles 700 N Chestnut St, Chaska MN 55318
6:30-7:40 AM June 13th
Drop bags will be accepted here

Start:
The race will start at the parking lot of the Chaska Baseball field on W 1st St. in Chaska at 8:00 AM

Finish:
Chaska VFW at 620 Creek Rd. Chaska, MN
North side of parking lot
Sprinter's finish will be held 1/4 mile north on the VFW on Creek Rd.
The VFW will be welcoming all finishers who would like to stop in for a cool beverage after the race.

Parking:
Check the map for best street parking locations.  There will be temporary  parking for registration at Michael's Cycles, the back of Cooper's Foods store's lot, and by the Community Bank on Walnut St.
There are a few all days spots available at Cooper's (See map)

Drop Bags:
Bags will be accepted at registration.  Please consider bringing a bag and items that are disposable or that you may not be concerned about getting returned.  While will be bring everything back from the drop site it may not be for an hour or two after you finish.  We have had a lot of left over items in the past.  All unclaimed drop bags will have perishables thrown away and be held a Michael's Cycle for one week.

Route:
The route will follow pretty much the same course as the last few years.  We have remove the extended off-road section from the start that was part of last years course.  The official course maps will be posted by the end of the day on Wednesday.

Map URL:
https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=zoOjCA6ZiboA.kNrnmhb7a94E&usp=sharing

Race Update

Due to the construction at Schimelfenig Park and on Creek Rd. in Chaska are currently looking at the start/finish being held at the Chaska VFW or Riverside Park in Carver.  We will assess Creek Rd. and make that decision closer to the start date.

We are still planning on having a drop bag site in Winstead (around the 60 mile mark)

Registration will be closed after April 4th.

If you registered and do not see your name on the 2015 registered riders list or you are list under the wrong class please send us an email.

Entrants List

To view current entrants click the 2015 Entrants link below Mr. Benjamin or here.

 If you want to change classes or registered and don't see your name on the list please contact us at westsidedirtybenjamin@gmail.com by June 1st.

Dirty B 2015

The Westside Dirty Benjamin returns June 13th 2015!

Registration will open on February 1st. More Details Coming soon.

Stay warm and keep pedaling!

Kudos

We here at WDB Central want to tell everyone how amazed we are with the tenacity and "drive" the riders had to show up at the start line on a day that was destined for some challenging weather. You all endured some grimey trails, rain sprinkles that turned into water daggers, and gale force winds that will be known as the Waconia Wind Storm of 2014. Some took the option of the short route, some followed others and found themselves inadvertantly at the end of the short route, some had mechanicals, and some rode the full 100. A shout out to all who toed the line at the start to watch the saga of dropping the pine tree.

Huge shout out to Peter and family for running the show at the checkpoint. They fed many a mosquito so they deserve applause all around. Thanks to Suzanne for cooking and distributing over 150 hot dogs!! Was there some sort of hot dog eating contest or something? Were you all dipping them in the puddles to get them down faster? 150...that is no joke! Huge shout out to Gal from Penn Cycle. He help a number of riders out with mechanicals and a bunch more with a quick chain lube. A true champ!!

We also want to give a huge WDB hug to all those that supported the riders:

• Cap's Grill 
• Penn Cycle
• Planet Bike
• Twin Six
• Banjo Bros
• Chrome
• Behind Bars Bicycle Shop
• One on One
• Calhoun Cycle
• Hollywood Cycles
• Donkey Label

These are some of the best out there and we feel extremely fortunate to have there support. As for the results, you can find them here. Thanks again to all who showed up and made the day amazing!

Cue Cards Updated - Course Info

The Cue Cards have been updated.  Sorry for the late notice, but there is one turn on the first card that had to be changed.  If you don't want to print another set a turn has been added at mile 20 on County Rd. 51.  Only card 1 has been changed.  We will also mark this turn to avoid any confusion.  You will also see the change on the course map.

We rode a few sections of the course today and everything was rideable.  Some parts of the trail sections were muddy and we have to recommend running a tire that is 30c or larger.  You may get wet feet if you chose the wrong line.

Here is the link to the cue cards again.
Cue 1
Cue 2