Gritty Grind Youth MTB Race Series
Want to try some competitive bike races this summer? Want to WIN some races and PRIZES this summer?! Join EPRD for our Youth Gritty Grind MTB Race Series!
Races are for all youth 2 - 14 years old - from Strider bikes and up! Races will take place Tuesdays (7/21, 8/18, 9/15) at 5:00pm on the MTB Skills course behind the Wulf Rec Center. Races will be in a cyclocross format - timed, plus one lap. Racers will earn points based on finishing position. Points will accrue across the series and after 3rd and final race, rider with the most points wins. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners for each category.
Categories:
- Boys and Girls - Ages 2-6 (Striders only)
- Ages 6-8, 9-11, 12-14 (Pedal bikes, no restriction on size)
Race Parameters:
- 2-6 - one lap
- 6-8 - 15 mins, plus one lap
- 9-11 - 25 mins, plus one lap
- 12-14 - 35 mins, plus one lap
Courses may include tarmac, gravel, hardpack, loose soil and wooden features.
Riders must wear helmets at all times while riding.
Gloves, eye protection and other protective equipment is highly recommended.
Bikes should be mechanically sound with working brakes.
This registration is only for the 7/21 race!
See this link for the series reservation: Series Registration
Registration fees increase $5 for day of registrations. Save yourself a fiver and sign up ahead of time!!
