Registration
This page is still being updated. Please check frequently for the most current information.
PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGES FOR CTB 2025
*Check out the new Super D race happening Saturday evening!
*All MTB riders will enjoy the same 7-mile coarse this year. (There are no Glory and Joy divisions.) The age and team categories remain the same.
*There are no cash payouts for any CTB events.
Event/Same-Day Registration
While we allow walk-in registration, we recommend registering early to ease congestion on race day. Event day registration has a $10 additional fee.
Age Categories
Age Categories are based on the age of each rider as of July 20, 2024.
Riders must be at least 5 years old to participate in the Super D, MTB, and Gravel events.
Gravel Age Restrictions: For sadety reasons, we ask that all riders 5 to 10 years be accompanied by an adult.
Cruiz'n Kids Race: The super fun FREE Cruiz'n Kids Race is for kids 10 years and under.
E-Bikes are Welcome at Cruise the Blues!
We know folks love their e-bikes and invite you to enjoy them at Cruise the Blues! We have created a designated E-Bike MTB - Super Solo Open category in both the MTB and Gravel divisions. If you are riding an e-bike at Cruise the Blues this year, please indicate this on the E-Bike portion of the online registration. E-Bikes will be allowed during the Super D race, but the battery must be removed, please.
MTB Teams
All team members must be registered together in the MTB Division.
The teams are categorized by the combined age of the two team members.
Three-Hour Marathon Race Format
This type of race structure is designed to challenge the most competitive racers while allowing flexibility for those riders participating for fun. All riders start at 9am and are encouraged to ride as many (or as few!) laps as they like. Last laps must be started before 12pm. Ride when it feels good for you and take a break when you need one; there is no obligation to ride your bike for the full three hours. Please see the Rules page for more information.
See the categories below to ensure you register in the correct division and to view registration costs:
MTB DIVISION - July 20, 2025The MTB Division is for those who are seeking fun on single track trails. The course consists of 7 miles of flowy trail winding through shaded timber, pasture, and cropland on the Palen Farm. It is enjoyable for riders of all skill levels.(PLEASE NOTE: The 2025 event has ONE MTB category. There are not separate Joy and Glory categories.) |
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| Solo Men |
Solo Women |
Men's Teams | Women's Teams | Co-Ed Teams |
| 5-14 years |
5-14 years |
30 years and under | 30 years and under | 30 years and under |
| 15-18 years |
15-18 years |
31-65 years | 31-65 years | 31-65 years |
| 19-30 years | 19-30 years | 66-99 years | 66-99 years | 66-99 years |
| 31-50 years | 31-50 years | 100+ years |
100+ |
100+ years |
| 51+ years | 51+ years | |||
| Online Registration Fee: $30 per rider. Event Day Registration Fee: $40 per rider. Age Restrictions: Riders must be at least 5 years old to participate. |
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GRAVEL DIVISION - July 20, 2025The GRAVEL Division is for riders looking for some of the best-mixed gravel and trail riding in North Central Kansas! The 18-mile course is designed as a loop through the farm. It showcases 5 miles of new trails featuring a scenic climb to the top of Lone Hill, one of the highest peaks in the North Central Kansas Region, and a 2.5-mile super flowy ridge line loop with sweeping views in every direction. The course includes 10 miles of beautiful gravel and dirt roads through the pastoral countryside and 3 miles of flowy singletrack under the trees. (Please Note: There are no Team categories in the Gravel Division.) |
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| Solo Men | Solo Women |
| 5-14 years | 5-14 years |
| 15-18 years | 15-18 years |
| Open (19+) | Open (19+) |
| Online Registration Fee: $30 per rider. Event Day Registration Fee: $40 per rider. Age Restrictions: For safety, gravel riders 5 to 10 years must be accompanied by an adult, please. |
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SUPER D RACE - July 19, 2025NEW FOR CTB 2025! Located on Lone Hill and featuring flowy berm turns, big jumps and progressive drops, the Super D showcases the best downhill trail in the Blue Hills of North Central Kansas. All features are rollable, safe and fun for beginners, while offering plenty of opportunities for more experienced riders to boost their experience. The well-groomed downhill course has 200 feet of vertical drop with short pedaling sections, making it fun to ride on All-Mountain, XC, and even Hardtail bikes.Free shuttles start at 2pm for the practice session. All riders are encouraged to pre-ride the course before dropping in for their race runs, starting at 5pm. |
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| Solo Men | Solo Women |
| 5-14 years | 5-14 years |
| 15-18 years | 15-18 years |
| Open (19+) | Open (19+) |
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Online Registration Fee: $20 per rider. |
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CRUIZ'N KIDS - July 20, 2025The Cruiz'n Kids Race is a fun event for kids ages 10 years and under. Registration is free. See the Cruiz'n Kids page in the dropdown menu for more information. |
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| Ages 3-4 | Ages 5-6 | Ages 7-8 | Ages 9-10 |
| Online Registration Fee: FREE Event Day Registration Fee: FREE |
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Location
1031 180 Rd,Glen Elder, KS 67446
Printable directions from surrounding towns can be found here.
