AMERICAN EAGLE OUTFITTERS TOUR OF PENNSYLVANIA PRESENTED BY HIGHMARK HEALTHY HIGH 5®
UNVEILS OFFICIAL 2008 RACE JERSEYS
 PHILADELPHIA – May 15, 2008 - Six special award jerseys will be presented to the world’s elite U25 cyclists who prove their mettle in the inaugural run of the 450-mile American Eagle Outfitters Tour of Pennsylvania presented by Highmark Healthy High 5®. The six-day stage race, June 24-29, is a first of its kind event and the richest race in the world for U25 riders, the sport’s next generation of superstars.
Beginning in Philadelphia and traversing a historically significant route along the Forbes Trail that was forged in 1758 by British General John Forbes and Colonel George Washington, the race culminates in Pittsburgh as part of that city’s 250th anniversary celebration. In addition to Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, the Tour’s host cities include Downingtown, Carlisle, Camp Hill, Bedford, Latrobe and Ligonier.
The course route alternately favors sprinters and climbers, and now the 120 riders can vie for individual honors in these and several other categories with the six award jerseys, designed by American Eagle Outfitters and manufactured by California-based Voler Team Apparel.
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Leader’s Jersey: This jersey, presented by American Eagle Outfitters, will be awarded to the rider who has the lowest accumulated time across all six stages of the 2008 American Eagle Outfitters Tour of Pennsylvania presented by Highmark Healthy High 5® . Although a Leader’s jersey will be awarded at the end of each stage, the true contenders know the only one that matters is on the final podium. The “maillot jeune,” as it’s collectively known, is the fought-after jersey that all riders want on their shoulders.
Climber’s Jersey: The best climbers in the race will battle for “King Of The Mountain” points over all the decisive climbs of the course. Riders with high power-to-weight ratios will propel themselves as fast as possible to all summits, looking to scoop up as many points as possible against rival climbers. The rider who has accumulated the most King Of The Mountain Points will be awarded the polka-dotted Best Climber’s Jersey, presented by VisitPA.com. |
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Most Aggressive: For a select few riders, the pursuit of glory reigns supreme. This jersey is highly subjective and doesn’t get awarded based on points, but rather honors the rider with the greatest tenacity. One active rider, no doubt, will impress with his unending resolve, making him worthy of wearing the 2008 American Eagle Outfitters Tour of Pennsylvania Most Aggressive jersey. This award is being presented in honor of General John Forbes recognizing his aggressive campaign to conquer the Allegheny Mountains in 1758.
Best Sprinter: Strategically placed, intermediate sprints will see teams ushering their top fast-man to the front to take maximum points. These sprints are often referred to as the “race within a race.” Raw power and great positioning will reward only one rider with the famous, green Best Sprinter’s jersey. |
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Teamwork: Whoever said cycling isn’t a team sport was wrong. This jersey proves that cycling is a collective use of power and wit. Six young riders, each with an appointed role, will work together from start to finish to achieve many goals. The Teamwork Jersey, presented by Pittsburgh 250, will be awarded to the team most capable of controlling the race and its outcome from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh.
Best Young: In a race of riders no older than 25, the Best Young Rider’s jersey, presented by Highmark Healthy High 5®, is a true testament to the next generation of cyclists. Look for the rider wearing this jersey to be as young as 17, but strong enough to snag points in the King of the Mountains, Sprinter or Overall points competition. The battle for the Best Young Jersey will be among an elite, international, Espoir field. Only one will go home with the Best Young honors. |
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King of the Mountain Classification
The rider with the highest cumulative KOM points to date will be named the daily KOM winner (except for
stages 1A and 1B). At the conclusion of the race, the rider with the highest total cumulative KOM points
from all stages will be named the overall KOM winner. Exact locations of KOMs are indicated on course
maps and summaries for each stage.
KOM points are awarded as follows:
| KOM |
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1st |
2nd |
3rd |
4th |
5th |
Total Points |
| Stage 1A |
Philadelphia TT |
No KOM |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Stage 1B |
Philadelphia Criterium |
No KOM |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Stage 2 |
Downington to Carlisle |
Spring Hill |
5 |
4 |
3 |
2 |
1 |
15 |
| Stage 3 |
Camp Hill to Bedford |
Tuscarora Summit |
10 |
8 |
6 |
4 |
2 |
30 |
| Stage 3 |
Camp Hill to Bedford |
Sideling Hill |
10 |
8 |
6 |
4 |
2 |
30 |
| Stage 4 |
Bedford to Latrobe |
Bald Knob Summit |
10 |
8 |
6 |
4 |
2 |
30 |
| Stage 4 |
Bedford to Latrobe |
Laurel Hill Summit |
5 |
4 |
3 |
2 |
1 |
15 |
| Stage 5 |
Ligonier to Pittsburgh |
Mt. Pleasant Cemetery |
5 |
4 |
3 |
2 |
1 |
15 |
| Stage 6 |
Pittsburgh Criterium |
No KOM |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Total |
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135 |
Per article 2.6.017 of the UCI regulations, in the event of a tie in the general individual mountains
classification, the following criteria shall be applied in order until the riders are separated:
1. number of first places in the highest category climbs;
2. number of first places on climbs in the next inferior category and so on;
3. general individual classification by time
Sprinter Classification
The rider with the highest cumulative Sprint points to date will be named the daily Sprint winner. At the
conclusion of the race, the rider with the highest total Sprint points from all stages will be named the
overall Sprint winner. Sprint points are earned at both intermediate and finish sprint locations. Exact
locations are indicated on course maps and summaries for each stage.
Sprint points are awarded as follows
| Sprint |
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1st |
2nd |
3rd |
4th |
5th |
6th |
7th |
8th |
9th |
10th |
Total Points |
| Stage 1A |
Philadelphi a TT |
No Sprint |
0 |
0 |
0 |
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0 |
| Stage 1B |
Philadelphi a Criterium |
Stage Finish |
15 |
12 |
10 |
7 |
6 |
5 |
4 |
3 |
2 |
1 |
65 |
| Stage 2 |
Downington to Carlisle |
Int. Sprint 1: Ephrata |
5 |
3 |
1 |
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9 |
| Stage 2 |
Downington to Carlisle |
Int. Sprint 2: Hershey |
5 |
3 |
1 |
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9 |
| Stage 2 |
Downington to Carlisle |
Stage Finish |
15 |
12 |
10 |
7 |
6 |
5 |
4 |
3 |
2 |
1 |
65 |
| Stage 3 |
Camp Hill to Bedford |
Int. Sprint 1: Carlisle |
5 |
3 |
1 |
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9 |
| Stage 3 |
Camp Hill to Bedford |
Int. Sprint 2: Chambersburg |
5 |
3 |
1 |
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9 |
| Stage 3 |
Camp Hill to Bedford |
Stage Finish |
15 |
12 |
10 |
7 |
6 |
5 |
4 |
3 |
2 |
1 |
65 |
| Stage 4 |
Bedford to Latrobe |
Stage Finish |
15 |
12 |
10 |
7 |
6 |
5 |
4 |
3 |
2 |
1 |
65 |
| Stage 5 |
Ligonier to Pittsburgh |
Int. Sprint: Latrobe |
5 |
3 |
1 |
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9 |
| Stage 5 |
Ligonier to Pittsburgh |
Stage Finish |
15 |
12 |
10 |
7 |
6 |
5 |
4 |
3 |
2 |
1 |
65 |
| Stage 6 |
Pittsburgh Criterium |
Stage Finish |
15 |
12 |
10 |
7 |
6 |
5 |
4 |
3 |
2 |
1 |
65 |
| Total |
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435 |
Per article 2.6.017 of the UCI regulations, in the event of a tie in the general individual classification by
points, the following criteria shall be applied in order until the riders are separated:
1. number of stage wins;
2. number of wins in intermediate sprints counting for the general classification on points;
3. general individual classification by time.
Most Aggressive Classification
A panel of Commissaires will name a daily Most Aggressive Rider following each stage.
Team Classification (Overall)
Per article 2.6.016 of the UCI regulations, the team general classification shall be calculated on the basis
of the sum of the three best individual times from each team in each stage ridden. In the event of a draw,
the following criteria shall be applied in order until the teams are separated:
1. number of first places in the daily team classifications ;
2. number of second places in the daily team classifications;
etc.
If there is still a draw, the teams shall be separated by the placing of their best rider in the general
individual classification.
Any team reduced to fewer than three riders shall be eliminated from the general team classification.
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The 2008
American Eagle Outfitters Tour of Pennsylvania presented by Highmark Healthy
High 5® will be broadcast from June 25-June 29th on Versus. Check your local listings for times.
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