Welcome to the Cruise the Blues Bike Race and Festival!

PLEASE NOTE: This website will be updated as we approach the 2025 event!
We are excited to continue the tradition of friends, families, fun and fat tires on the farm with the 21st annual event! With new trails, enhanced terrain, and gravel routes that showcase the farm and the landscape of the region, there's something for everybody!
Cruise the Blues 2024 features mountain bike and gravel terrain that challenges the best riders with dynamic and active racing, inspires new riders to check out the trails and test their skills, and encourages families and friends to celebrate fun on bikes no matter their age, skill, or ability. Whether you're a seasoned rider or new to biking, there's a place for you at Cruise the Blues!
Friday
The grounds open at noon. Get here early to secure a free camping spot, preview the trails, and enjoy a quiet night under the big Oaks.
Saturday
Saturday begins with rider check-in and registration. Racing begins with a mass start for both the gravel and mountain bike races. The 3-hour marathon style format makes for great racing and spectating as riders complete as many laps as they can, with a loop back through the farm each lap.
Riders can compete solo or on 2-person teams and can choose between the 4-mile JOY course and the 9-mile GLORY course. The JOY course is mostly flowy singletrack in the woods, meadows, and fields surrounding the farm and is great fun for riders of all ages, skills, and abilities. The longer GLORY course includes more climbing, exposure to the weather, and rougher terrain, offering more challenges for experienced riders. Gravel racers follow an 18-mile marked route showcasing the most scenic gravel and dirt roads and trails in the area.
Each lap, in the pit area, riders are able to get mechanical support, pick up water bottles, drop off layers, exchange with a teammate, or just take a break before heading back out again. Spectators can enjoy cheering on their favorite riders, whether they are top-level racers or first-timers. It's what makes this event so exciting for our fat tire friends and families. Last year our oldest racer was 74 years old and our youngest racer completed a full lap of the JOY course at just 7 years old. We also had the fastest professional riders in the region from the Steve Tilford Foundation Team take first and second place in the Glory division.
A highlight of the day, the legendary Cruiz’n Kids Races, take place after the gravel and mountain bike races. Our younger riders take center stage on a special closed-loop kids' course. Learn more about our kids' race on the Cruiz'n Kids Race page.
The Festival
The festival begins after the racing on Saturday afternoon with the awards ceremony. Local historian, Kyle Peterson, will share information and photos about the 1890s era of bicycle racing in Mitchell County. We'll continue the fun with BIKE OLYMPICS, food, live music, and a bonfire that will make you want to stay and enjoy the night out under the stars. The festival and the camping are free so invite your friends and families to come for the weekend, cheer you on, and enjoy the farm.
Throughout the weekend Big T’s Diner and Catering will be onsite with a food truck offering the best hot BBQ breakfasts, lunches, and dinners Kansas has to offer!
Sunday
The grand finale for the weekend features a leisurely group ride on the Lone Hill, which is featured on the gravel route. You won't want to miss those views!
To learn more about this year's race structure and categories please visit our Cruise The Blues Race Registration page.
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