Legacy of RZMC
The Red Zinger Mini Classics (RZMC) youth cycling race series provided exposure to the world of cycling to hundreds of young athletes, developing a generation of young Colorado cyclists who went on to have a lifelong interest in the sport. RZMC is credited with the early development of several riders who went on to be accomplished professional cyclists including:
Jonathan Vaughters - Tour de France rider, former US Postal Service Cycling Team member, director sportif of Team Garmin-Sharp
Bobby Julich - Professional cyclist, former Tour de France rider, and current Racing Coach of Team Sky
Chris Wherry - Professional cyclist and 2005 USPRO national road champion
Ruthie Matthes - Professional mountain bike and road cyclist and 1991 World Mountain Bike Champion
Colby Pierce - Olympian and world track cycling champion
Jimi Killen - Former professional mountain bike racer and 1990 Junior World Mountain Bike Champion
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