May 6, 2004 – The inaugural Yaletown Grand Prix is scheduled to take place on Wednesday June 30th, in the heart of Yaletown. Organized and promoted by The Yaletown Brewing Company and the Mark James Group, the criterium will be one of the premier events during Vancouver's Bike Month, and will play host to all levels of racers, including of Canada's elite cyclists!

Located along False Creek's north shore, just steps from downtown Vancouver, Yaletown's rebirth transformed the area from a busy warehouse and industrial district to one of the area's most sought-after neighborhoods. Over the years, Yaletown has grown into a trendy, up-market community, with an eclectic mix of residential, office, high-end restaurants, microbreweries, boutiques, and cafes.

The elevated, brick-paved loading docks along Mainland Street, home of the Yaletown Brewing Company, promise the best viewing opportunities for spectators, allowing full view of the racers careening past the start-finish line at speed of up to 70km/h, before negotiating a tight left hand corner on to Helmcken and traveling uphill onto Homer Street. Racing begins in the late afternoon, with five separate races! Road closures will be in affect starting at 4:00pm. Parking is being restricted within the confines of the course. For event details, click here: http://www.trekvwracing.com/yaletown.html Registration will be available online shortly. Look for the race bible online by Monday, May 10th.