Cyclocross is BACK for 2023!
The Kelso Cyclocross race series is back for 2023 and better than ever!
New courses, new sponsors and as always the thrill of racing under the lights!
Races begin in September and run once a week until the first week of November.
With 8 races in total, some incredible terrain and multiple distances/categories this is a great addition to your training program or a fun way to challenge yourself to achieve a personal best.
Sign up for the series (8 races) and choose to race as many as you want; or sign up for individual races whenever you want. We encourage everyone to sign up for the series as it’s such a great value and it makes signing in each week so much easier.
REMINDER – Registration closes at 4PM the day before the race. Please no day-of registrations.
Full Cyclocross Race Series (8 Races) **Best Value**
All Riders
Member:
Early Bird (Until September 8)
$99.99 +HST
In-season (Starting September 9)
$119.99 +HST
Non-Member
Early Bird (Until September 8)
$149.99 +HST
In-season (Starting September 9)
$179.99 +HST
Sign-up for all 8 events at one amazing price point, plus get a race series t-shirt included in price!
Single Event – Race Entry and Park Access
Single event entry and single day park access. Please note single event riders will NOT be included in season end standings, even if you race multiple events.
Member:
$29 +HST
Non-Member
$34 + HST
Park Access
Individual Annual Membership – $105 + HST
Individual Senior – $85 + HST
Vehicle Membership – $165 + HST
Senior Vehicle Membership – $155 + HST
Registration Options
Riders must select a Race Category:
Beginner (6:45pm Race) – Beginner riders are new to cross racing, and or of a low endurance / fitness level. They will be competing against other similar riders in the 30 minute race.
Novice (6:45pm Race) – Novice riders have minimal experience with cross, and or, a slightly higher endurance / fitness level. They will compete in the 30 min race, but not against the beginners.
Sport (7:30pm Race) – Sport riders have cross experience and a more elevated fitness level. They will compete in a 45 minute race on a slightly more difficult course.
Expert (7:30pm Race) – Expert riders have cross experience, and high fitness. They will compete in the 45 minute race, but not against the sport class.
| Temps | Activity | Localisation |
| 5:30PM – 6:30PM | Sign-in and Plate Pick-up (No registration at this time, no stragglers please!) |
West Lodge |
| 6:45PM | First Wave (Beginner and Novice) | Base of Updraft Chair |
| 7:30PM | Second Wave (Sport and Expert) | Base of Updraft Chair |
| 8PM – 8:30PM | Draw Prizes | West Lodge Patio |
| Race 1 | September 12, 2023 |
| Race 2 | September 19, 2023 |
| Race 3 | September 26, 2023 |
| Race 4 | Octobre 3, 2023 |
| Race 5 | Octobre 10, 2023 |
| Race 6 | Octobre 17, 2023 |
| Race 7 | Octobre 24, 2023 |
| **BREAK – NO RACE THIS DATE** | Octobre 31, 2023 |
| Race 8 | November 7, 2023 |
Weekly Cyclocross Results
| Date | Course | Results |
| September 12, 2023 | Course Map | Beginner/Novice Results |
| September 19, 2023 | Course Map | Beginner/Novice Results |
| September 26, 2023 | Course Map | Beginner/Novice Results |
| Octobre 3, 2023 | Course Map | Full Race Results |
| Octobre 10, 2023 | Course Map | Full Race Results |
| Octobre 17, 2023 | Course Map | Full Race Results |
| Octobre 24, 2023 | Course Map | Full Race Results |
| November 7, 2023 | Course Map | Full Race Results |
Cyclocross FAQ
Cyclocross is a bike race over a cross-country course, featuring steep hills and turns, that occasionally require the rider to carry their bike over obstacles.
Participants will race for as many laps as they can complete within an allotted time based on the category they select.
Novice/Beginner: ~30 Minutes
Sport/Expert: ~45 Minutes
The Kelso CX Series kicks off with the first race on September 12th, 2023 and run every Mardi through November 7th, 2023. There is no race on Mardi Octobre 31st, 2023.
Uh oh! Such is life… this does happen. If you happen to forget your race plate, we will replace it for you for a fee. Each replacement chip/plate is $10. Come see us at the Visitor Service desk on race night and we can re-issue you a plate.
Our race season runs for the weeks scheduled. As an example, if race #4 were to be cancelled, it is simply entered in the record books as if it did not happen and we proceed with Race #5 the following week. There are no make-up races added.
We will only cancel a race if the course is:
- Course conditions have been deemed unsafe
- There is active thunder or lightning at the start of the race or during the race