— What is Cyclo-cross racing? It’s kind of a hybrid road bike/mounting bike/running race. It’s an endurance event where competitors will race over a variety of terrain in Zilker Park — hills, grass, even stone steps. (For more info about cyclo-cross racing, you can visit the USA Cycling website.)
— Is it free for spectators? Absolutely! Everyone is invited to come and check out this exciting event.
— Is it family friendly? Yes. Kids of all ages can enjoy the excitement of the races.
— Will there be food and drinks? There will be several food trucks on site, and families are also welcome to pack their own snacks. Also, for grownup, there will be a designated Beer Zone, where Sierra Nevada Brewing Company will be sold ($5) from noon – 5 p.m. on Jan. 9-11. All proceeds from the Beer Zone will benefit the Austin Sunshine Camps.
— What’s the best way to get there?
- General Parking is next to the course (see map below) for $10/day.
- Ride your bike! Spinlister will be ready at the CX Nats free bike valet.
- Take the bus! The Cap Metro #30 stops right in front of Zilker.
- Please do not park in the neighborhoods surrounding Zilker or you will be towed.
— When is the event?
For the full race schedule, click here. You can watch races on Wednesday, Jan. 7 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Thursday, Jan. 8 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Friday, Jan. 9 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Saturday, Jan. 10 from 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.; and Sunday, Jan. 11 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Check it out!
