Boone County Road Race - IL/WI Road Race State Championship
About the Event
Experience the exhilaration of racing through the picturesque rural landscapes of Boone County, Illinois. The Boone County Road Race is set to showcase the best of midwestern grit and determination over 21.5 miles of open farm roads. This unique race offers a blend of long straight sections and rolling hills, providing a challenging yet rewarding experience for all participants. The event will host various categories including Cat 1, Cat 2, Cat 3, Masters (40+), Masters (50+), and Masters (60+). The race is also open to non-USA Cycling riders who wish to compete alongside USAC's non-binary and transgender cyclists. Riders racing for the Illinois State Championship will wear orange numbers inspired by the Chicago Bears and University of Illinois, while those aiming for a Wisconsin title will sport green numbers reminiscent of the Green Bay Packers and Milwaukee Bucks. The race is scheduled with precision timing: - Male Cat 1/2: 9:00am - Male Cat 3: 9:06am - Male Masters: 9:12am - Male Cat 4/5: 9:18am - Female Cat 1/2/3, and Masters & CAT3/4/5: 9:24am, 9:30am respectively For the open category, two distances are offered—25 miles for those looking to explore a single lap or 47 miles for the more ambitious. The exact start times might adjust based on registration numbers. Winners in each state and category will be crowned champions, with Illinois and Wisconsin competing fiercely to claim their titles after nearly a decade without a championship race. To ensure eligibility, riders must adhere to USA Cycling's regulations, including having a current annual license and residing within the relevant state as indicated on their license. Don’t miss your chance to showcase your skills in this historic midwestern event. Register now for what promises to be an unforgettable day of racing through rural Illinois beauty.
Races Offered
CAT1/2
Aug 30, 2026
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$49.99
CAT3
Aug 30, 2026
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CAT4
Aug 30, 2026
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CAT4
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CAT5
Aug 30, 2026
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Masters 40+
Aug 30, 2026
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$49.99
Masters 50+
Aug 30, 2026
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Masters 50+
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$49.99
Masters 60+
Aug 30, 2026
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$49.99
Open
Aug 30, 2026
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$34.99
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for August in Belvidere.
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16.8° / 27.0°
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16.7° / 27.1°
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Avg sunshine hours
11h 44m
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Avg rainfall
1.9 mm
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Avg wind speed
10.6 km/h (Light breeze)
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High
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Hard and dry surface
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Max UV Index
High (7.0)
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Humidity
72.7%
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Sunrise
06:03
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19:53
About Belvidere
Learn more about the host city, Belvidere.
Belvidere is a city in and the county seat of Boone County, Illinois, United States. It is settled on the Kishwaukee River in far northern Illinois. The population was 25,339 at the 2020 census. Belvidere is part of the Rockford metropolitan area.
