Kids Crit

Friday, May 30

For the first time, UNBOUND Gravel will be hosting a super fun, family-engaging Kids Criterium for ages 2-10!

Get ready for the next generation of gravel racers! New for 2025, the Life Time UNBOUND Gravel presented by Shimano Kids Crit brings young riders to the streets of Emporia for a fast, fun, and family-friendly race.

Taking place at 12 PM in the heart of downtown, this event gives kids a chance to experience the thrill of competition in a safe and exciting environment. Whether they’re rolling up on balance bikes or sprinting for the finish, every rider is part of the UNBOUND Gravel spirit.

Each participant gets a bike plate to customize if they so desire and a finisher medal. Awards will be given to the top three finishers in each division.

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Schedule

  • Thursday 1 PM – 6 PM Check-in/PPU | Lyon County History Center
  • Thursday 1 PM – 6 PM Number Plate and Bike Decorating with Emporia Arts Council and Emporia Recreation Center | Expo
  • Friday 10 AM – 11:30 AM  Check in/PPU | Lyon County History Center
  • Friday 12 PM Races Begin | Downtown
    • 12:05 PM Balance bikes – all ages (staging at 12 PM)
    • 12:20 PM Pedal ages 3-4 (staging at 12:15 PM)
    • 12:35 PM Pedal ages 5-6 (staging at 12:30 PM)
    • 12:50 PM Ages 7-8 (staging at 12:45 PM)
    • 1:05 PM Ages 9-10 (staging at 1:00 PM)
    • 1:30 PM Podium Awards at Finish Line

Rules

  • Helmets are mandatory
  • Must have flat handlebars (no road bikes)
  • Bar ends plugged (no holes in the end of the handlebars)
  • Knobby tires
  • Working brakes (excluding balance bike categories)
  • No BMX Pegs
  • Closed-toed shoes are mandatory
  • Good sportsmanship
  • Hands on bars the entire race
  • No wheelies or feet on handlebars 
  • Organizers have full discretion to call out safety issues
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