EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
With USA Cycling sanctioning, the event promises high-caliber racing and national recognition, drawing elite riders chasing national ranking points. Over two days, cyclists of all ages and abilities will compete in a series of fun and challenging races.
- Day 1 - Saturday, September 19, 2026
- Day 2 - Sunday, September 20, 2026
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PROMO VIDEO
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VENUE
George Davis Softball Park (it might sound boring and flat, but it's not)
BEGINNER FRIENDLYHaven't raced before? This is a perfect place to see if you like cross. Show up early to get a little practice. Better yet, show up at the
Tuesday night practices and try it out! You don't even need a special bike. Mountain bikes and fat bikes work great. All you need is: two wheels, a brake on each wheel, a freewheel, and handlebar ends that do not point forward or up. Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions.
SUPER SPECTATOR FRIENDLY
If you have never been to a cyclocross race, you are missing out! This is FREE entertainment at its best! There is action everywhere and you can watch the race from several vantage points! Kick back for an afternoon and watch cyclocross! Bring lawn chairs and park yourself, or walk about and check out the whole course.
CAT 5 ONLY RACE
New for 2025, a Cat 5 (beginner only) race that coincides with the Sept 9th Beginner Cyclocross Clinic (Event will be posted later!).
FREE KIDS RACE
We’re excited to invite all the little future cyclocross stars to join us for a FREE Kid’s Cyclocross Race at 11:15am. This is a fantastic opportunity for kids under 9 to experience the thrill of cyclocross on a shortened course designed just for them. Each kid will receive their own race number, giving them the full race-day experience! It’s all about having fun and getting active. Just bring your bike, helmet, and a big smile! Please register sign the waiver by 10:15am. Register day of for this race.
BEGINNER CLINIC - Tuesday,(Date TBD)
BIKEIOWA will host a Beginner Cyclocross Clinic designed specifically for newcomers and riders looking to polish their skills before the season heats up. This hands-on evening will cover the basics: bike handling, cornering, dismounts, remounts, barrier techniques, and tips for navigating the varied terrain cyclocross throws your way.
SINGLESPEED RACE on Saturday, September 19th - BACK for 2026!
Wrap up your day at Capital City Cross with a blast in our Singlespeed Race - the final and fiercest race of Saturday! No shifting, just grit, grease, and glory as single-speed riders battle it out on the course.
HANDLEBAR RACE on Sunday, September 20th - NEW in 2025 - Back for 2026!
What is it? Inspired by this video, we challenge you to run one lap of the cyclocross course. The catch is you must hold onto a handlebar (with both hands) for the entire race! Hopefully hilarity will ensue. Entry is only $5 and the winner goes home with half the pot while the other half will go to a charity (TBD). Bring your own handlebars. Make sure they have bar-ends!
PARKING
Plenty of parking at the venue - use the concrete parking lot near the softball complex. If it is dry, we can park on the non-curbed grass edge. Do NOT park on the grass if wet. Do NOT jump a curb to park on the grass.
FROM OUT OF TOWN?
You are closer to Altoona's amenities than Des Moines where there are plenty of great restaurants and hotels.
DIRECTIONS
Google it - George Davis Softball Park, 4980 NE 46th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
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FINE PRINT
- USAC permit - #16254
- USAC license needed – A 1-day license can be purchased online when you register and day-of for $15 on top of the registration fee
- Online Registration link below. Day-of is $15 more for each race (waived for Juniors and Cat5)
- $10 for second race, same day, same rider
- Everyone must sign a waiver (BikeReg waiver is online when you register)
- Helmet required
- Restrooms - Kybos on site and the softball complex restrooms will be open on SUN
- Food & Drink - Bring your own. The softball complex concession stand (by softball complex) - Only open on Sunday - 10am to 5pm - Please support the venue.
- Bike Wash - none - but there are several car washes within 2-3 miles of the venue.
- Questions? contact Scott - biker@bikeiowa.com
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THANKS TO OUR RACE SPONSORS
We couldn't host this RACE without sponsors!!
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