Welcome to the 13th Annual Pumpkin Cross cyclocross race presented by Local Ride Bike Racing on Sunday October 31st!  This fun and action-packed family cycling event is traditionally Halloween-themed and features best costume prizes. The event is geared to all abilities and ages of cyclists with the number one goal of having a great and spoooky time on two wheels.

What is Cyclocross?

Cyclocross is a discipline of cycling that is growing quickly due to its accessibility (mountain bikes welcome in novice categories) and inclusive atmosphere (no one is serious here). With attainable race times (only 30-60 minutes!), short courses (usually around 2-3km's), and fun factor (barriers, run-ups, dirt, loud spectators, prizes, smiles, and more), it's no wonder everyone is eager to get their 'cross on!

Pumpkin Cross is one of the coolest events in the province, because of its festive Halloween theme (costume prizes determined by popular vote, creepy course decor!), free kid's race, challenging and entertaining course, and party atmosphere (music, announcer, food, costumes, prizes)!

Put Pumpkin Cross on your calendar today and race it Sunday, October 31!

We are all about inspiring more people to ride bikes, so we're offering a registration special for first-time racers in the Beginner Women's category.

Womens only clinic with Liv Cycling ambassador and professional mountain biker, Sandra Walter happening on Saturday Ocotber 30th. Your registration price includes the clinic and entry to the race. We will meet at the parking lot for the North Alouette Greenway Park located at Maple Ridge Equi-Sport Centre / North Alouette Greenway Park, located on Park Lane just off of 132 Ave. in Maple Ridge.

iRide kids race

For more information about the kids race and iRide clinic visit: https://cyclingbc.net/iride/programs/iride-cyclocross/

Parking and Venue

We will once again be using the Maple Ridge Equi-Sport Centre / North Alouette Greenway Park, located on Park Lane just off of 132 Ave. in Maple Ridge. Racers will be treated to a fabulous course, with some spooky technical twists, plenty of slimy, off-camber grass, some screaming fast gravel, and wicked barriers.

Please join us post event for food and beverages at the MREC Ranch Pun & Grill at the MR Equi-Sport Centre.

Course Map

 

***Note: Please no pre-riding of the course until race morning. This is horse territory and horses and bikes tend not to get along. Thank you for your understanding.  The course is subject to change.

Licensing

·    See Tech Guide for details

Prizes

  • Prizes will be awarded at the end of each start wave

  • There will be equal prizing for men and women.

 

Podium and Awards

  • All riders receiving awards are required to attend the podium presentation, and wear proper cycling attire (clean cycling kit) as per UCI rules. In theme based races, which involve costumes, your team/club jersey is still recommended. Failure to do so can result in loss of prize or award.

  • Particular to cyclocross – UCI rules 5.1.055 reads that for the official ceremony those involved are permitted to wear additional clothing.

Officials

  • There will be a minimum of 2 Commissaires attending Pumpkin Cross.

Bike Requirements

  • Mountain and Hybrid bikes are allowed for Novice and youth races. Cyclocross bikes are highly recommended. No Fat Bikes allowed.

  • Cyclocross bikes are required for Elite, Intermediate and Master races. No Mountain or Fat Bikes allowed.

  • Elite races will be subject to UCI rules when it comes to equipment. This is to help prepare our Elite racers for Nationals and other UCI races.