Race Details

Our event includes a virtual and three in-person events, a short course bike only event for 3-5 year olds and children with special needs, a bike/run short course for 5-8 year olds, and a run/bike/run long course for 8-12 year olds. For virtual participants there are no age requirements.

Packet Pick UP

Saturday, July 20th from 12pm-2pm at Cyclemania, 65 Cove Street, Portland. We ask everyone to pick up their packets on Saturday. This makes for a much easier Sunday morning for you and everyone else. It’s also a great time to pick up anything you might need for your bike at CycleMania. This includes virtual participants that do not elect shipping.

If you are unable to make packet pick up, we will have them Sunday morning at the volunteer check in area. Please arrive by 7am. For virtual participants this can be just before and after the race weekend. Contact us to arrange.

Course

Note. Transition will be at the triangle in front of Payson Park with separate transition areas for each race. 3-5 year olds do not run after the bike and will stay out of transition.

Race 1 - 3-5 years and accessible wave
1 mile bike on road (optional turnaround halfway)
Someone 16 or older must walk/run alongside. This race is not timed. Tricycles, push bikes, and strider/balance bikes allowed and must start in the back. Accessible wave will start five minutes after the second wave and must be accompanied by an adult familiar with the child’s needs.

Race 2 - 5-8 years
1 mile bike on road, .5 mile run on trail, Training wheels last.

Race 3 - 8-12 years
1 mile run on trail, 3 mile bike on road , .5 mile run on trail

Virtual
Above are the suggested (not required) race distances for the virtual race as well.

Race Day Schedule

All athletes should be on site and have put their bike in transition by 7:20 if in the two duathlon races. 3-5 and accessible will keep their bikes with them.

6:45am - Transition opens
7:15 - All packets that weren’t picked up Sat should be picked up
7:40am - Announcements & national anthem
8:00am - Race 1 starts
8:15am - Transition closes for all athletes
8:30am - Race 2 starts (or when last Race 1 athlete is off the course)
9:00am - Race 3 starts (or when all Race 2 athletes are off the course)

Waves

7:55am - 3-5 year old Bike event lines up behind finish line

  • Wave 1 lines up in front (this includes anyone on a regular pedal bike, training wheels go to the back of this wave)

  • Wave 2 (striders, tricycles, pushbikes) lines up behind Wave 1

  • Wave 3 (accessible wave line up by expected finish time)

8:00am - 3-5 bike event begins with 90 seconds between waves 1 and 2 and 5 minutes before wave 3

8:15am - Transition closes. 5-8 year old race starts to line up behind the start line in the following order

  • Wave 4 - 8 year olds in front

  • Wave 5 - 7 year olds behind

  • Wave 6 - 6 and 5 years olds in back, training wheels last

8:30am (or when last athlete from prior race finishes) - Race 2 begins with 90 seconds between waves
8:50am - Wave 6 (all 8-12 race athletes) line up behind start line

9:00am (or when last athlete from prior race is done) - Race 3 starts on run (all ages together)

RACE DAY FAQ’S

What should I bring?
1. Bike (bike shoes if applicable).
2. Bike helmet (your child can NOT race without one)
3. Sneakers
4. Water & snacks for kids and adults (we'll have water, granola bars and bananas at the finish for athletes).
5. Race Bib you got at packet pick up (We can't time your kid without this!)
6. Camera! You'll want pictures of this. We'll also have professional photography and videography.

Where do I park?
To be determined once we know whether Baxter Boulevard will be open.

When do I need to be there?
Transition opens at 6:45am. We recommend you arrive in transition to find your child's spot by 7:30am at the latest. If you still need to pick up your packet, please arrive by 7:15am.

What do I do when I get to Payson Park?
If you picked up your packet on Saturday, just head right to transition. If you didn't, please arrive at 7am to pick it up at the table near transition. At transition there will be volunteers to check your bike and make sure you've brought your child's helmet and race bib. We ask that only one adult enters transition at a time with their child to reduce congestion in this area. Find the sign with the number that matches your race bib to place your items.

Transition details
Note: The 3-5 year old bike event will NOT be checking into transition. Keep your kid's bike with you but be sure to check the brakes and confirm their helmet fits. Others can leave their things at their transition spot until after the pre-race meeting at 7:40am near the finish line. You'll have a chance to finish setting up your transition space after the meeting while the 3-5 bike event starts. Transition will close at 8:15am. All 5-8 year old race participants will need to have their helmet on and bike with them outside the transition area at this time. 8-12 year olds will leave thier bikes in transition and be ready for the first run.

For the older two age group races, can I run/ride the course with my child?
No. We ask all spectators to stay off the course for safety reasons. We do recommend that at least one adult be near the finish when their child completes the course. For the 3-5 year old race, we ask that someone 16 or over run along side these athletes.

Can I help out on the course?
Yes. We're looking for a few more volunteers. Sign up here. Just make sure your child has someone else to be with them while you are volunteering. Older kids (you be the judge) can volunteer with you as long as they you both can stay in your position.

Where can I see the race?
We encourage you to be along the course to cheer on the athletes. Make sure to stay clear of all roads and the trails used for the course. Be aware that the race will be happening all around you and to be careful when entering and exiting any area. Do not enter transition or the courses at any time once the races have started.