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Jul052019

July 5, 2019, Friday - Strider Cup Minneapolis at The Commons (2 days)

Time: See schedule below

Location: The Commons, 425 Portland Avenue S

Strider Cup Minneapolis

Get ready Minneapolis, because we’re bringing Strider Cup Racing to the Twin Cities. These tiny riders will be racing their hearts out next to the massive US Bank Stadium. We’ll be spending a day of fun and racing at The Commons, 425 Portland Ave S, on July 6th, 2019. Strider Cup Races give kiddos a chance to put their Strider skills to the test at several stops across the United States and the world. This unique race series caters directly to children 2-6 years old who want to experience the thrill of racing. Children of all sizes and skill levels are welcome to participate.

https://www.striderbikes.com/minneapolis

Free Spectator Admission
Free 14x Experience Riding Area
All Registered Racers Receive a Strider Jersey

Friday Schedule
5:00pm - 7:00pm Packet Pickup & Tech Insp. All racers must attend either Friday OR Saturday Packet Pickup & bring bike to Tech Inspection in order to be allowed to compete.
Packet Pickup on Friday will be at The Trailhead at Theodore Wirth Regional Park (1221 Theodore Wirth Parkway)

Saturday Race Schedule
8:00am - 1:30pm Packet Pickup & Tech Insp.
8:00am - 8:40am Open Track
9:00am - 11:00am 2 & Under 12" Races
11:00am - Noon 4 Year Old 12" Races
Noon - 1:00pm Lunch Break
1:00pm - 2:30pm 3 Year Old 12" Races
2:30pm - 3:30pm 14x Open Class Races

Strider Cup Races are family-friendly race and play experiences designed to let little ones ages 2-6 years old explore the world on two wheels. The races offer the structure of an organized and competitive race in a fun and inviting atmosphere where family and friends are supportive of all riders.

In 2019, we have the Strider 12 race classes and the Strider 14x Sport race class.

The Strider 12 race classes will be open to children 2-4 years old. The Strider 14x Sport race class will be open to children ages 3-6 years old. If your little tater tot is 3 or 4 years old, they’re more than welcome to race on their Strider 12 Bike, and then race again in the 14-inch class on their Strider 14x bike. A second registration & fee would be required.

Online Registration is now open. $32 registration (includes service fee) also gets your child a Strider Jersey, Number Plate, and other goodies at Packet Pick-Up!

Online registration for both the Strider 12 Races (age classes 2, 3, and 4 year olds) and the 14x Class (age classes 3, 4, 5, and 6 year olds) race closes on July 4th, at 8:00 pm Mountain Standard Time

On-site registration is only available to the 14x Open Class racers at both Friday’s packet pickup and race day.

Only Strider brand balance bikes are permitted to race. Please read the full Strider 12 Race Rules. If you plan on participating in a 14x race, please read the full Strider 14x Race Rules.