NEBC "Van Bares" Kids Race
Saturday June 24, 2023
Safe, Fun, Exciting,…. and Free!
Come and compete in the 24th annual Northeast Bicycle Club Van Bares kids-only bicycle race, sponsored by the Northeast Bicycle Club.
Races held "rain or shine" for kids aged 5 to 12 under USA Cycling permit. All racers must wear CPSC-approved helmets (look inside the helmet for safety certification). Parents and guardians are responsible for bicycle safety and working condition.
Separate boys and girls races. may be held.
Competing in more than one race is encouraged, including competing against
older racers.
Race Schedule
All single speed bicycles with 20” size wheels or smaller and BMX Bicycles
Age |
Categories |
Start |
Race Type |
Laps |
Places |
Prizes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5-6 yrs* | Boys/Girls | 09:00 | 150m Sprint | All | Medals/Ribbons | |
| 7-8 yrs | Boys/Girls | 09:30 | Grass Race | 1 | 3 | Trophies/Medals |
All multi-geared bicycle types like Mountain and Road Bicycles
Age |
Categories |
Start |
Race Type |
Laps |
Places |
Prizes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5-6 yrs* | Boys/Girls | 09:15 | 150m Sprint | All | Medals/Ribbons | |
| 7-8 yrs | Boys/Girls | 09:45 | Grass Race | 2 | 3 | Trophies/Medals |
| 6-10 yrs** | Girls | 10:20 | Grass Race | 3 | 3 | Trophies/Medals |
| 9-10 yrs | Boys/Girls | 10:40 | Grass Race | 3 | 3 | Trophies/Medals |
| 9-12 yrs | Boys/Girls | 11:15 | Short Grass Race | 2 *** | 3 | Trophies/Medals |
| 9-12 yrs | Boys/Girls | 11:30 | Long Grass Race | 6 *** | 3 | Trophies/Medals |
| 9-12 yrs | Boys/Girls | 11:50 | Pursuit Challenge | **** | 1 | Trophies/Medals |
* 4 year olds welcome
** Multiple girls only race may be held if there are enough competitors
*** Both a short and long grass race will be held if there are enough participants. Number of laps may be adjusted.
**** All bicycle types. Two racers line up on opposite sides of the course and race for the best lap time.
The overall fastest time in each age category wins
Support:
Members of the Northeast Bicycle Club will marshal the events and encourage, mentor and assist all racers.
Registration:
FREE!!! Includes USA Cycling permit and insurance for each rider. A donation of $5 per racer to help with organizational expenditures will be greatly appreciated.
Note:
Parent or guardian MUST be present to sign competitors’ registration and entry forms. Make sure that names, address and telephone numbers are correct and legible.
Riders not wearing a CPSC-approved helmet will regretfully not be allowed to race.
Softball Field at Harrington Elementary School
328 Lowell Street
Lexington, MA 0242
http://lps.lexingtonma.org/harringtones
