The KISSCROSS cyclocross series has been happening around the West Michigan area for more than 20 years.  This is the 3rd year my wife Betsy and I have been putting the races on and we try to make these competitive and challenging without being too serious.  Come to have a good time and to get the best fitness training possible.

Cyclocross is riding a bike in a park style setting on varied surfaces like grass, dirt, concrete; but mostly grass.  Similar to cross country running but on a bike.  The speed is lower than gravel and road biking but the intensity is up because of the increased rolling resistance.  There are also a few "features" on a course like foot tall barriers a racer will need to dismount and carry their bike over.  The races are shorter than many gravel races but they make up for length in intensity.  My kids love this style of racing and wish it wasn't just in the fall.

Just a few positives of CX versus other styles of racing - Short courses are great for spectating.  Wide courses means easier passing than single track MTB racing.  The tight turns will improve your handling prowess.  Grass and dirt are much more crash friendly than gravel or pavement.  The race directors are more fun.  The parks we are in have playgrounds and picnic tables within sight of the course so bring the family.