The 2002 HP Women's Challenge is an invitational stage race that covers a total distance
of 543.4 miles with course altitudes ranging from 2,000 feet (609.6 meters) to 7800 feet
(2,377 meters). The 2002 event is certain to challenge even the toughest competitor with 9 stages
that includes an individual time trial, a criterium, and 7 road races.