What is happening?
Cyclocross racing returns to downtown Toronto at Christie Pits Park. Multiple race categories throughout the weekend for everyone from beginners to professional, along with a cross country running race by Slowpokes and food and drinks from local vendors.
Cyclocross racing involves multiple laps on closed course that weaves around, over, and through various obstacles with great up-close action for spectators. The North American cyclocross scene continues to grow and recent generations of world-class racers from Ontario will be lining up at Christie Cross, and inspiring new generations of cyclists.
On top of the racing will be lots of activities for kids and newcomers to try a race. You can sign up for a free kids race for all ages and a single lap try-a-race for anyone with a bike and a helmet. Registration required.
Race Schedule
Sunday, October 26
9AM
Cat D Men / Open (17+)
Master Men / Open (45+)
10AM
Youth race (U17, U15, U13)
11AM
Cat B & Cat C Men
Gender Diverse
12:15PM
Kids Try-a-race
12:30PM
Adult Try-a-race
1:30PM
Women's pro/elite race
3PM
Men's pro/elite race
4:30PM
Brompton G-Line Challenge p/b Pedaal
The Course
The Christie Cross race course is a 3km lap of the Park that starts at the South near Bloor Street and weaveaves around the jungle gym, community garden, basketball courts, sports fields, and up and down the banks of the pit. Riders will encounter sand, pavement, grass, and gravel on a challenging and technical course.
The race course has designated crossings for spectators and to allow access to other park amenities and pedestrian flow. Registration and team tents are located near the gazebo and playground, and the beer tent will be setup near the Christie Climb.
A gravel or cyclocross bike is required for all race categories except the single lap try-a-race. The free kids race is held on a shortened course.
