$25,000 to Win
Registration is available on Thursday May 10th at Big Shark Bicycle Company (LOOP) from 4pm – 8pm and on site race day.
The highest paying single-day race in Missouri takes place in one of the fastest growing communities in Missouri on May 12th, 2012. The only race in the region on the prestigious USA Cycling National Racing Calendar (NRC) and the USA Crit Championship Series, The Tour de Grove is a free full day of family events featuring competitive races for all levels of USAC-licensed racers including US Hand Cyclists, a 5K run, Children’s Events and a Grove Expo.
Returning for a second consecutive year will be the Midtown Rally Criterium on Friday, May 11th in the nearby Midtown Rally neighborhood, a Saturday Night Street Sprint Competition and the ARTCRANK cycling poster show in The Grove. To round out the action- Sunday, May 13th, the racing resumes for another full day of action at the South St. Louis Dutchtown Classic Criterium. This means three days of great racing and activities with Saturday’s Tour de Grove race being the premier event.
The NRC Tour de Grove starts early in the morning and finishes late afternoon with the two main events – the men’s and women’s Professional/Elite races. The streets will be lined with families from across the region and country, all enjoying the spectacular Tour de Grove.
The Tour de Grove (formerly The Tour de WingHaven) began as the highest paying race in the Midwest and over a four-year period successfully was added to the North American professional cycling calendar. Previous winners have included Pan-American Gold Medalist Daniel Halloway, former St. Louis native and professional Dan Schmatz and top US Professional Bronze Medalist Andrew Bajadali.
(Please note- additional surcharges will apply to online registration.) You can check out pre-registered athletes here: Register now »
Schedule for Saturday May 12th.
USA Crits Championship Series
Now in its fifth year, the USA CRITS Championship Series is the premiere cycling series in the United States. USA CRITS was developed to feature criterium riders and to offer venues, teams and riders the ability to excel in a unique discipline of cycling.
The races that form the USA CRITS series represent more than 100 years of criterium racing and have the ideals that have made criterium racing an American legacy: challenging courses that showcase arts and entertainment districts; a large and growing base of spectators; broad community support; and strong marketing opportunities for sponsors.
US Handcycling National Series
National cycling series that puts athletes with and without disabilities together, at the same events as their “able-bodied” counterparts, racing on the same courses, in front of the same crowds, at some of the most prestigous races on the USA Cycling calendar. At each event, the handcycle race is a feature and showcases the athleticism as well as courage and determination of the participants. For a complete schedule, race results and more details click HERE.
Autograph Signing with the Jelly Belly p/b Kenda Tires Professional Cycling Team
Sanctuaria Restaurant will be open for lunch AND serving Jelly Belly’s Saturday May 12th. Autograph event from 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm. Meet some of America’s best and Missouri native Brad Huff, Cyclocross, and Superstar Jeremy Powers. Located- 4198 Manchester Avenue. Awesome team, awesome tapas- and a great place to view the race.
King of The Grove and (New) Queen of The Grove Competition: For the Professional/USAC Cat 1 Event and Women’s Professional/USAC Cat 1 and 2 Event – the rider who leads the most laps throughout the race will win the KOG/QOG. Prize: $500 and Merchandise. The KOG/QOG line will be the Start/Finish at Kentucky Ave and Manchester Ave.
NRC Tour de Grove Sponsor and Expo Partners
Saris Cycling Group will be on hand providing a complimentary warm up area for all racers. Featuring CycleOps Jet Fluid Pro and Super Magneto trainers, athletes will be able to warm up in style and focus on the job at hand. Representatives from Saris/CycleOps will be present to answer questions on their “best in class” stationary trainers and wattage measuring performance tools. All trainers used over the NRC Tour de Grove weekend can be purchased post event (slightly used) for ‘compelling prices.’ Click here to reserve one.
If you get hurt. If you get over whelmed with excitement and feel faint. If you catch fire. If you get hurt while excited and on fire. You’ll be safe at the Tour de Grove. Justifiably Proud- the St. Louis City Fire Department‘s mobile bicycle powered EMT team will be patrolling the streets of the Midtown Rally Grand Prix, the Tour de Grove and the Dutchtown Classic. These men and women are definitely the fastest responders and we are PROUD to have them on hand to make this event safe at any speed. Say, “Thank You.” We did.
The Tour de Grove race weekend will be supported throughout the weekend by the Washington University School of Medicine. This will make ensure our athletes and fans will have access to the expertise of one of the very best medical campuses in the WORLD. Welcome to the Division of Emergency Medicine at Washington University School of Medicine. The Division comprises over 100 people, dedicated to serving the needs of patients presenting to the Emergency Units of Barnes-Jewish Hospital, St. Louis Children’s Hospital and Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital.
Our Mission: Our mission is to provide exemplary health care to all who are in need with efficiency and compassion, and through research and teaching, to develop future generations of physicians with the knowledge, skills and values to do the same.
Pace Vehicles and Officiating vehicles are proudly donated to the Tour de Grove by McMahon Ford. After 62 years, McMahon Ford is moving their service department and New Ford Sales to a more convenient location. Now just about a mile south of I-44 at the corner of Kingshighway and Fyler. McMahon Ford will continue to sell used cars at 4100 Gravois and 3350 S Kingshighway. So come see what’s new for YOU!
Helping Get the word OUT! A big thanks to the Vital Voice for supporting The Tour de Grove. Vital VOICE Magazine is today’s Omni-media publication and informative source serving the LGBT lifestyle and community. We are proud to welcome you to this new era in alternative media for the St. Louis region.
