Portland Criterium – Park Blocks Criterium
Presented by Steeplejack Brewing
Race Day Information
August 16th, 2025 – Noon to 8:30 PM
Schedule
| Race | Length | Start Time | Prizes | Podium | Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open Cat 4/5, Masters 35+ Open Cat 4/5 | 40 Mins | 12:00 PM | Prizes – 3 Deep | 2:30 PM | $45 |
| Women Cat 4/5, Masters Women 40+ Cat 4/5 | 40 Mins | 12:45 PM | Prizes – 3 Deep | 2:30 PM | $45 |
| Juniors 9-10, 11-12, 13-14 | 20 Mins | 1:30 PM | Prizes – 3 Deep | 2:30 PM | $- |
| Juniors 15-16, 17-18 | 30 Mins | 1:55 PM | Prizes – 3 Deep | 2:30 PM | $- |
| Masters 40+ Open Cat 1/2/3, Masters 50+ Open Cat 1/2/3 | 45 Mins | 3:05 PM | Prizes – 3 Deep | 4:45 PM | $45 |
| Open Cat 3 | 45 Mins | 3:55 PM | $500 Cash – 5 Deep | 4:45 PM | $45 |
| Women Cat PRO/1/2, Women Cat 3, Masters 40+ Women Cat 1/2/3 | 50 Mins | 5:50 PM | $3,000 Cash – 10 Deep* $500 Cash – 5 Deep (Cat 3) | 8:25 PM | $55 |
| Open Cat PRO/1/2 | 70 Mins | 7:05 PM | $3,000 Cash – 10 Deep | 8:25 PM | $55 |
Prizes 3 deep will be awarded to the Masters 40+ Women Cat 1/2/3. All riders in field will be eligible for cash prizes if placing top 10 overall.
There will be cash primes and product primes for every field.
On-site registration will open at 10:00 AM on race day and be open until 60 mins prior to race start times. A $10 surcharge will be added to registrations on-site.
Course
Tech Guide
Coming soon
Additional Information
The Portland Criterium will be sanctioned under the rules and regulations of the Oregon Bicycle Racing Association (OBRA). All rules, regulation and codes of conduct set forth by OBRA will be in affect during the entirety of the event. All racers must have a current OBRA license or purchase a single event license when registering.
The Portland Criterium explicitly supports the OBRA Transgender Athlete Participation policy, affirms the gender identities of all people and supports the inclusion of all athletes. Fields labeled as “Open” are open to all racers, including those that identify as cis/trans male, cis/trans female, or non-binary. Fields labeled as “Women” are open to racers that identify as women, and those for whom competition in the women’s field is most athletically or socially appropriate as defined in the OBRA Transgender Athlete Participation Policy.
All riders must be present at race podium ceremonies to collect prizes.
Lapped riders may be pulled at the official’s discretion and may be ineligible for prizes.
The Portland Criterium believes that bike racing should and can be accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Any behavior that inhibits the safety of others or is in violation of the code of conduct at this event will not be tolerated. If entry fees are a barrier for your full participation, please reach out to info@portlandcriterium.com.
Host Housing
If you are traveling from out of town and interested in staying in host housing, please fill out the form here: Host Housing Request Form
If you live in the Portland area and are interested in hosting out of town riders, please fill out the form here: Host Housing Volunteer Form
