START TIMES:

The MMM is not a race although many people treat it like one.  We know the advantages of a strong peloton, so we will have a group start for those who want it.  You are free to start anytime between 6:00 am & 9:00 am.  Whichever way you start, your time will start when you cross the start mat.  We are asking the participants to self-select their starting position.  By asking riders to choose where they start, we aim to provide participants a safer and more enjoyable MMM cycling experience.  Please take a look at the criteria for each MMM Start Wave, then make an honest assessment of your abilities/objectives for the event and choose the appropriate corral during the start process.

Group Start – Start time @ 7:00 a.m.
Have you finished a MMM event in the top 15% of the overall field?  Train at least 10 hours a week?  Think you can be competitive in your category?  Completely comfortable riding in a fast-moving group?  Not planning on making leisurely aid-station stops?  Registering to race — not just ride?  If the answer to most of these questions is yes, then you belong in the group start.