Saturday, August 4
West Reading Criterium
West Reading will once again host the fast-paced Radsport Criterium in front of all the Penn Ave taverns and eateries for a thrilling night out. Technical turns and undulating straightaways will test the strength, power, and speed of the top Men and Women as they race for the $10,000 prize purse for both professional fields.
Amateur racing will start off the day, allowing the local Reading talent to race the same course. We’ll host a 5k run for men, women, and relays! Kids will again have a chance to take some hot laps with Stryder bikes, training wheels, or a pedal bike without assistance. We encourage everyone to grab food and drinks to cheer on the pros after their efforts on the course.
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Saturday, August 4
West Reading 5k Running Race
We are excited to bring athletes to the Radsport Festival for the inaugural 5k and 5k team relay running races. The runners will compete on the same technical course as the cyclists for a fast 4 lap race. The team relays will consist of 4 team members, with each runner giving it their all for 1 lap.
Sunday, August 5
Mt. Penn Hill Climb
The Mt. Penn Hill Climb will be Sunday, August 5th accompanied by an afternoon of music in the park. Start in City Park and climb Duryea Drive past the iconic Pagoda to the William Penn Fire Tower on the new Skyline Drive. Make the most of the multi-use Skyline Drive into Lower Alsace as they welcome the fastest Pros and Citizens to the top of the climb.
While the pros and citizens climb to the Fire Tower, there will be Dirt Course Races in City Park! A podium presentation will take place at the Bandshell in City Park at 3:15pm
Continue the afternoon in City Park with live music, local food trucks, and drinks. Proceeds will be donated to the Reading Recreation Commission.
Sunday, August 5
City Park Dirt Course
Dirt Course Races will follow the Mt. Penn Hill Climb on Sunday, August 5.
This year riders will have the exciting opportunity to test their skills on a fun, fast and technical circuit around City Park. Different racing categories are available.