North Star Grand Prix finale has uphill climb to finish line

Joy McCulloch wears a special honor jersey.
Joy McCulloch, of Team KHS-Maxxis presented by JAKROO, speeds towards Chilkoot Hill. McCulloch wears the Carla Swart jersey, a special honor that is awarded to a rider who has sacrificed her personal chances for the success of the team leader. The jersey is given in memory of 2008 Collegiate All Star Carla Stewart, who was killed in a traffic accident while training with her team, HTC Highroad.
Caroline Yang / For MPR News

The North Star Grand Prix race in Stillwater last Sunday is considered the grand finale of the six-stage North Star Grand Prix, and puts riders to the test with the 24 percent grade climb up Chilkoot Hill. The women's race climbs the hill 14 times, the men's race 23 times.

Photojournalist Caroline Yang documented the last day of the race.

Create a More Connected Minnesota

MPR News is your trusted resource for the news you need. With your support, MPR News brings accessible, courageous journalism and authentic conversation to everyone - free of paywalls and barriers. Your gift makes a difference.