PENDLETON — Heroes Crit & Fit Day is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 28, at Falls Park, centered on the Heroes Foundation’s summit of cancer prevention.
There will be bicycle races and family activities all day, with a focus on healthy lifestyles and wellness and education on cancer prevention.
St. Vincent Mobile Mammography Unit will be on site from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pre-registration is required by calling 317-338-5434.
Visit heroesfoundation.org/events for more details.
Race schedule
(M = men, W= women)
• 9 a.m. Junior all-ages race (30 min.)
• 9:45 a.m. Masters 40+ and 50+ (60 min.)
• 11 a.m. M Categories 4-5 (45 min.)
• Noon Kids’ Race (no time)
• 12:30 p.m. M Category 3 (60 min.)
• 1:45 p.m. W Categories 1-5 (60 min.)
• 3 p.m M Categories 1-3 (75 min.)
Q&A
Elizabeth Ellis, program and event manager for the Heroes Foundation, answered the following questions to help people get better acquainted with the event.
What is criterium racing?
A criterium, or crit, is a bike race consisting of several laps around a closed circuit, the length of each lap or circuit ranging from about 500 to 1,000 meters.
How does each race work from start to finish?
There are different categories for racers based on experience, skill set, speed, and past and current results. Each category will have a pre-designated amount of time to race; they will compete for the win or podium spots.
How are winners/placement determined?
There will be a count down of laps to go, and then the racers will be placed as they cross the finish line on the last lap.
How does a person get started in criterium racing?
A person get started in crit racing simply by riding his or her bike on local training or group rides and has an interest in taking riding to the next level to compete against other local or regional racers.
Is there anything unique about the Pendleton event?
The course in Pendleton features the Falls Park area and takes place on a tight two-lane course. Nice scenic area for a festive day of racing.
Who can compete in the Pendleton events?
There is a kids race during the middle part of the day. Licensed USA Cycling riders can race, and all new first-time racers can apply for a one-day license and race as a Category 5 (new) racer.
Who can people contact for more information about the Pendleton event?
Visit www.heroesfoundation.org for information or, to register, truesport.com.
