The race will visit 12 official host cities for the starts and finishes of each stage, with varying sizes ranging from towns as small as 250 residents, to cities as large as Denver with a population of more than 600,000. The four new cities joining the 2012 race – Durango, Telluride, Montrose and Boulder – each offer breathtaking scenery, as well as a unique cycling history, that will add to the overall excitement of the race.

With 9 mountain passes, 42,000 feet of combined elevation gain over 7 days, and 683 miles of total racing, the 2012 USA Pro Challenge race route will again demonstrate that THE MOUNTAIN CHANGES EVERYTHING.

Stage 1

Starting the 2012 USA Pro Challenge with a road race instead of 2011’s Prologue means the competition is wide open starting on the first day.  Often an opening road stage can be tame, but this is anything but, with challenges coming nearly right away.  Starting with a 5 mile loop that encompasses most of town, and the Tour’s first Sprint Line of 2012, the riders head up hill and out of town past Fort Lewis College and toward Telluride. After a second Sprint Line in the town of Dolores, racers will start a gradual canyon climb that lasts more than 30 miles, eventually taking them up and over Lizard Head Pass at 10,222 feet. After the climbers’ first test of the week they take a 15 mile descent into the narrow streets of Telluride to finish stage one and the first 125 miles of the race.

Download: Stage 1 Route Map     Download: Stage 1 Profile

Stage 2

One of the shortest stages of the week, a mix of old and new awaits the racers on this second stage of 99 miles.  The first 65 miles has a bit of a sting with the short but challenging climbs over Cerro Summit and Blue Mesa Summit making for early launch pads for the breakaway specialists. Then the cyclists visit familiar territory with a Sprint Line in Gunnison, a second Sprint Line in Crested Butte, and a nasty 2 mile climb to the dramatic finish on Mt. Crested Butte, which proved an exciting moment in 2011.  After heading gradually uphill most of the day, cyclists and their fans will witness all the excitement of a huge alpine climb packed into 4 minutes, with the promising roar of the Crested Butte crowd at the finish.

Download: Stage 2 Route Map     Download: Stage 2 Profile

Stage 3

One of the toughest days of racing in the US returns this year – the epic Gunnison to Aspen stage will again feature two of the highest climbs in professional racing.  The 131-mile Queen Stage is the longest stage of the entire week, but after last year, the cyclists will know what to expect.  After a sprint line in Almont and a moderate climb to Taylor Park Reservoir, cyclists will say goodbye to pavement for 14 miles of dirt climb to the 12,126-foot summit of Cottonwood Pass.  While this is the highest point of the entire week, cyclists are not done yet, with a sprint line in Buena Vista followed by another monster 12,000 foot summit on the famed Independence Pass before a wild descent into Aspen.

Download: Stage 3 Route Map     Download: Stage 3 Profile

Stage 4

It’s not often that you start with a monster climb, but that’s what the cyclists will find at the beginning of Stage 4 when they head back over Independence Pass for a second time, getting a second look at the thousands of enthusiastic fans lining the road up and down.  Then elevation is the name of the game, with much of this 97-mile course above 9000 feet.  But it’s downhill from there heading for a sprint in the town of Leadville – the highest incorporated city in the US at 10,152 feet.  Then they head over the Continental Divide at Tennessee Pass (10,424’) before descending into Minturn.  Finally, the peloton will be faced by a stiff two and a half mile climb that rises almost 1000 feet to the ski resort of Beaver Creek, a difficult finish that could result in the fourth leader change in as many days.

Download: Stage 4 Route Map     Download: Stage 4 Profile

Stage 5

Stage 5 will be a good day for two kinds of riders – sprinters and opportunists.  A daunting 10 mile climb up Hoosier Pass to 11,500 feet makes for a rude awakening, but if the sprinters and breakaway specialists can make it over that, they have a good chance to go for a stage win.  After the single summit of the day and a fast descent into Fairplay, the high mountains are left behind.  Descending into Woodland Park, the racers may hit their fastest speeds of the week at the downhill Sprint Line, then continue downhill to Colorado Springs through the shadow of Pikes Peak. A technical uphill run through Garden of the Gods Park lets the cyclists revisit the roads of last year’s prologue before finishing with high-speed circuits through downtown Colorado Springs.

Download: Stage 5 Route Map     Download: Stage 5 Profile

Stage 6

Stage 6 brings top-level professional racing back to one of the hotbeds of American cycling; there likely isn’t an American in the peloton who hasn’t trained on these roads.  After two laps in downtown cycling-crazed Golden, which hosted one of the race’s largest crowds during the 2011 race, the field will head toward Boulder and through the first sprint line of the day near the Pearl Street Mall and the race’s expo area.  Next comes the arduous 15 mile climb up Boulder Canyon to the town of Nederland, then the cyclists travel along the gorgeous Peak to Peak Highway, descending to another sprint line in Lyons, and on to the well-known climb up Left Hand Canyon and Lee Hill Road.  Nedfest in Nederland and the Rocky Mountain Folks Festival in Lyons happening simultaneously on this day will make for a festive atmosphere in each of these enthusiastic towns.  A quick passage back through downtown begins the gradual climb through “The Hill” neighborhood. From here the riders make a final 3.5 mile climb to the historic Sunrise Amphitheater on Flagstaff Mountain.  This well-known stretch and its 1200’ elevation gain should be the deciding factor in the day’s racing – and possibly the whole week’s competition.

Download: Stage 6 Route Map     Download: Stage 6 Profile

Stage 7

After a week of tough racing over mountains at altitude, this flat and fast time trial course in downtown Denver will have those looking to win the overall competition facing a tough individual test.

Using many of the same roads as the final Denver finish circuits of 2011, the course will provide a challenge for the riders and fantastic viewing opportunities for race fans.  Starting at one minute intervals near the State Capitol Building in Denver’s Civic Center Park, the riders will first face a familiar out and back section along Speer Boulevard and Colfax Avenue – with a slight detour through the entertainment district along Larimer Street.  Then the individual riders will turn north to 17th Avenue for a short but technical run in City Park before racing back to the finish line on Broadway, adjacent to Civic Center Park.

Download: Stage 7 Route Map     Download: Stage 7 Profile

2012 Apps Available Now!

Click to download:  Web   |   iPhone / iPad / iPod   |   Android Device

The RadioShack Tour Tracker offers cycling fans the following features:

• Live coverage of the final two hours of the race each day
• Full start-to-finish coverage via GPS, race situation and up-to-minute text commentary throughout the race
• Video on demand clips of the race after each stage (new feature)
• Web DVR features such as stop and rewind on live coverage (new feature)
• Photo gallery of images from the race
• Maps and profiles with live location of the peloton, breaks and chase groups
• Current race situational information, including overalls standings, time gaps and what cyclists are in breaks and chases
• Stage overviews and information, including: maps, profile, distance, elevation

“Naturally, the Tour Tracker is one of the most popular features of the official

race website, so we’re thrilled to be partnering once again with RadioShack to offer an enhanced experience for the 2012 Amgen Tour of California,” said Bachochin. “Following the world’s most elite cyclists as they travel through more than 750-miles of striking California terrain will be easier than ever with the RadioShack Tour Tracker, giving enthusiasts the opportunity to follow the race with the ease and convenience of a mobile phone or tablet app for free.” The Amgen Tour of California continues to draw global attention as one of the most anticipated cycling events of the year – one that attracts Olympic medalists, World Champions and the top Tour de France competitors.

“The RadioShack Tour Tracker is a fantastic app that also builds awareness of RadioShack’s core mobility business — helping customers pick the right smartphone or tablet that’s the best match for their connected lifestyles,” says Paul Okimoto, vice president of marketing and media for RadioShack Corp. “This is a great opportunity to place the most exciting cycling event in North America in your hands, on demand, any time.”

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Spectators, fans and volunteers will have the opportunity to watch and support one of the largest fields of former, current and future national, world and Olympic champions; all gathered to compete for coveted 2012 Olympic team slots and unprecedented prize money.

2012 Exergy Tour brings race to worldwide audience through Tour Tracker app

Daily live video broadcast on big screen at the finish lines gives spectators front row seat to the Tour

BOISE, Idaho (April 25, 2012) – The inaugural Exergy Tour cycling stage race, May 24-28, 2012 in Idaho, is making history by becoming the first women’s race to provide its fans access to the state-of-the-art racing coverage platform, Tour Tracker®.

On iPhones, iPads, Android devices and via the Web, cycling fans worldwide will be able to watch live as the best women racers in the world compete on Idaho’s most scenic and challenging roadways. The Exergy Tour Tracker application will be available for free download from the event website at exergytour.com beginning one week before the race starts.

“The unique ability to bring the inaugural Exergy Tour to a world-wide audience through Tour Tracker and its innovative mobile video platform speaks to Exergy’s vision to further engage corporate sponsors, media, spectators, athletes and fans,” said Heather Hill, Marketing, Communications and Events Director for the Exergy Tour. “On site during the event, spectators will also be able to watch the live Tour Tracker video simulcast on big screens – allowing fans to watch start-to-finish coverage every day of the Tour whether they are at work, out and about, on the course or at the finish line.”

Exergy Tour fans will enjoy coverage previously reserved for only the largest and most prestigious international races such as the Tour de France, Tour of California and others. The live-action will feature exclusive video coverage, racer tracking along the route, professional commentary, photography and daily race standings. Fans will be able to share their experience via social media integration on Twitter and Facebook.

Tour Tracker founder and CEO, Allan Padgett is excited by the impact Exergy’s decision will have on the future of women’s cycling, ”We are thrilled to work with Exergy to balance the coverage between men’s and women’s cycling. Exposing women and girls round the globe to the best racing action is good for the sport, and we’re glad to be a part of the team making Exergy’s vision a reality. The racing will be world class and so will the coverage.”

The FREE Exergy Tour Tracker app can be downloaded from the Exergy Tour website starting one week before the race start. Share the app with your friends, sit back and enjoy the racing action!

Medalist Sports is overseeing the competition and technical production of the Exergy Tour. Medalist is also the event management arm for the Amgen Tour of California, USA Pro Cycling Challenge in Colorado and the Larry H. Miller Tour of Utah.

For more information, or to register to volunteer, please visit www.ExergyTour.com.

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About the Exergy Tour

The Exergy Tour will take place May 24-28, 2012 over the Memorial Day weekend in five Idaho cities – Boise, Nampa, Kuna, Garden Valley/Crouch and Idaho City. Over 15 of the top ladies pro cycling teams from around the world are expected to participate in the inaugural race, which was founded by Boise-based Exergy Development Group. The race will be one of the last races to provide international ranking points crucial to qualifying for the upcoming Olympic Games in London. It is sanctioned by USA Cycling and is the only ladies race in North America in 2012 with a 2.1 designation by the International Cycling Union (UCI). St. Luke’s Sports Medicine is the Official Medical Provider for the 2012 Exergy Tour. The National Association of Girls and Women in Sport is the Official Charitable Partner of the 2012 Exergy Tour.

For more information, contact Heather Hill, 208-559-1203 or heather.hill@exergytour.com.

About Tour Tracker

Tour Tracker is the world’s premier and most trusted platform for live coverage of professional cycling. Since 2006, Tour Tracker has been successfully delivering coverage of cycling’s premier events – including the Tour de France – via an award-winning suite of applications for iPhone, iPad, Android and the Web. Tour Tracker provides race organizers and sponsors a customized, branded platform for their event and their messaging, extending the event’s reach to local, national and worldwide audiences. The platform combines live video, insightful commentary, GPS tracking, rider biometrics, race standings, social media and more into a unified experience for the fans and the event. After nearly 20 successful international events, over 1.5 million engaged fans and unqualified industry support, Tour Tracker is firmly established as the gold standard for professional cycling.

For more information, visit http://thetourtracker.com.

About Exergy Development Group

Exergy Development Group is one of the major independent renewable energy developers in the USA. Exergy’s focus is on deploying commercially successful, socially beneficial and environmentally responsible renewable energy projects. A vertically integrated company, Exergy moves its projects from conception through construction and commercial operation. Exergy believes that sustainable economic prosperity is inextricably tied to the well-being of our communities and natural environment. In support of that philosophy, Exergy founded the Exergy Tour ladies pro cycling race, designed to showcase the power of women’s professional cycling, engage communities, and provide a vehicle to teach young girls about the benefits gained through sports.

For more information, www.exergydevelopment.com

About the USA Cycling National Racing Calendar (NRC)

The National Racing Calendar (NRC) is the premier season-long domestic road cycling series sanctioned and owned by USA Cycling. With an overall ranking system that determines the best individual male and female cyclists, as well as the best teams in the U.S., the NRC features the nation’s top Pro-Am road race events, and is open to both professional and amateur cyclists. For more information on the NRC, visit usacycling.org/nrc. Recognized by the United States Olympic Committee and the Union Cycliste Internationale, USA Cycling is the official governing body for all disciplines of competitive cycling in the United States, including road, track, mountain bike, BMX, and cyclo-cross.

Tour Tracker founder and CEO, Allan Padgett commented, “We are very excited to extend our relationship with USAPCC through 2014. The race covers such amazing scenery – we couldn’t be more proud to be an  integral part of sharing that experience with the entire world.”

The USAPCC Tour Tracker app will feature a number of new features in 2012. Check back soon for the latest information and for details on where to download your USAPCC app one week before the August event.

Consistent with the SRAM Tour of the Gila’s rise to cycling’s top ranks, the race will now feature coverage on Tour Tracker. Cycling fans across America and around the globe will be able to follow the race live as it twists, turns and climbs the scenic byways of New Mexico’s Silver City region. The FREE Tour Tracker app will allow fans to follow the action on their Apple mobile device, Android device or on any web browser.

Links for accessing the FREE TourTracker coverage:

• CLICK HERE to catch the action on the web!

• CLICK HERE to download the FREE app for Apple iPhone, iPad or iPod

• CLICK HERE do download FREE Android App

For more information on the 2012 SRAM Tour of the Gila, visit the official race website here: http://www.tourofthegila.com 

Top 10 Most Popular Sports Download for iPhone and iPads

DENVER, COLORADO (September 2, 2011) – In partnership with Tour Tracker LLC , the inaugural USA Pro Cycling Challenge set a new record  for online and mobile event coverage. The Tour Tracker® applications, developed specifically for the USA Pro Cycling Challenge and sponsored by Radio Shack, were available to cycling fans around the globe as a free download.  Over 24,000 unique users downloaded the Tour Tracker across all mobile devices, rocketing it to high rankings in the Apple and Android app stores, while 127,000 unique users accessed it via the website.  In total, 151,000 unique users accessed Tour Tracker on all platforms with over 581,000 launches altogether, making it one of the largest audiences to download Tour Tracker for a cycling event ever, besting even the latest edition of the Amgen Tour of California.

Tour Tracker was also available to fans online at www.USAprocyclingchallenge.com. All versions of Tour Tracker, mobile and web-based, featured live video coupled with unprecedented real time data presentation, including stats and standing of each rider. A special highlight for Tour Tracker users was the ability to monitor the live heart rate, power output, speed and pedaling cadence of 25 riders on each stage.

Viewers were also treated to detailed live status reports on the race situation. At any time Tour Tracker users could see the full situation on the road including immediate break-away reporting, time gaps, speed and road gradient. Fans viewing the race in person were able to use Tour Tracker’s integrated GPS tracking to monitor race progress on the detailed course map and anticipate the exact arrival time at their viewing point.

Tour Tracker adoption set a new benchmark for domestic bike racing app popularity. Over the course of the seven-day stage race, Tour Tracker use propelled the app into the top 10 most popular sports downloads on both the iPod and iPad platforms. The Android version of Tour Tracker broke into the top 50 climbing as high as 37^th.

Tour Tracker founder and CTO, Allan Padgett, noted, “The fact that a cycling app could climb so quickly and so high in the rankings for Apple and Android devices is a direct reflection of how popular this event was. We are proud to have delivered a mobile event coverage experience never before seen, but at the end of the day, it all comes down to the racing action. The USAPCC delivered on that by every measure.”

According to USA Pro Cycling Challenge CEO, Shawn Hunter, “Tour Tracker has become a new way for people to follow world-class cycling . Here people can follow along in the action of the day’s race from their phones or their computers.  As a bonus, Tour Tracker followers get special insight to stats, standings and biometric monitoring of key riders.  You can’t get that anywhere else, so it’s a special way to enjoy the race.”

USA Pro Cycling Challenge Tour Tracker highlights*:

• Popularity ranking of the iPhone app: 7^th
• Popularity ranking of the iPad app: 4^th
• Popularity ranking of the Android App: 37th

* Category rankings for free sports app.

BOULDER, CO July 22, 2012 Tour Tracker LLC, developer of The Tour Tracker®, announced today that it will be the official online, mobile and broadcast coverage platform for the upcoming USA Pro Cycling Challenge. Cycling fans everywhere are now ensured a front-row seat to the most exciting stage race to ever hit the high mountain slopes of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains.

Tour Tracker® will provide start-to-finish coverage for each of the USA Pro Cycling Challenge’s seven days of racing action. From the race starting prologue in Colorado Springs, through the lung-searing high mountains and back to Denver a week later, Tour Tracker® will deliver live video coverage, real-time GPS location, speed, slope and elevation data, commentary and social media feeds. Tour Tracker can be found online or viewed on its custom developed USA Pro Cycling Challenge apps for iPhone, iPad and Android devices.

Tour Tracker Live™ will give fans an additional window into the athleticism and suffering of racers as they climb to the highest elevations of the entire professional cycling race season. Racer heart rate values, speed, pedaling cadence and real-time power output information will be displayed in real time. Peak performance values will be reported by Tour Tracker Live™ throughout each stage and broadcast on Twitter (@TourTracker).

Tour Tracker developer and company owner, Allan Padgett is looking forward to the event. “The USA Pro Cycling Challenge is going to be an amazing event and we are very excited to provide fans coverage of every stage.” Padgett added, “By delivering live video coverage, racer performance data and up to the second standings, fans everywhere will have a race experience second only to being on a bike in the race itself.”

Jim Birrell, USA Pro Cycling Challenge organizer and Managing Partner of Medalist Sports, adds, “Tour Tracker will allow us to deliver the full race experience to our fans as simply no other technology can. Our coverage will set a new standard for excellence in broadcast sports media and hands-down, the biggest winners are the fans.”

About Tour Tracker: TourTracker® is the world’s premier online race viewing technology offering an unmatched combination of features, flexibility and proven reliability. More than a million users have experienced the biggest and most exciting cycling events on Tour Tracker. From the Tour de France and Giro d’Italia to the Tour of California, racing fans, event promoters and sponsors know that Tour Tracker is the original and best platform available.  http://www.TheTourTracker.com Twitter: @TourTracker Facebook: TheTourTracker

Media Contact: Rob O’Dea, Tour Tracker, LLC., 415.531.1024