Kids on Bikes in Parks - Chicano Park #1 - cyclocross cycling event - in Austin, TX - presented by The Trail Conservancy

Kids on Bikes in Parks - Chicano Park #1

Saturday, March 21, 20261495 Nash Hernandez Senior Rd, Austin, TX
Event Details

Event Type

Cyclocross

Location

1495 Nash Hernandez Senior RdAustin, TexasOpen in Maps

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Saturday, March 21, 2026Register

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About This Event
Kids on Bikes in Parks - Chicano Park #1 is a free, youth-focused cycling skills clinic designed to help children build confidence and have fun on two wheels. Presented by Violet Crown, The LeadOut Foundation, and The Trail Conservancy, the event provides a safe, supportive environment for young riders in Austin, TX.
Additional Information

Event Details

  • Location: Chicano Park, 1495 Nash Hernandez Senior Rd, Austin, TX 78702
  • Cost: Free (Registration required)
  • Age Group: Open to children ages 5 to 15
  • Registration: Participants can sign up via the Kids on Bikes in Parks BikeReg page.

Course Description

The event features a closed course consisting of approximately 1,000 feet of grassy parkland. This soft, off-road surface is ideal for beginners to practice balance and for more advanced riders to hone their cornering and obstacle-clearing skills.

Event Highlights

  • Skills Waves: The event is organized into hour-long waves based on ability:
    • Beginners (9:00 AM): For those working on basic riding skills; training wheels are discouraged.
    • Intermediate I (10:00 AM): Focuses on confidence and cornering.
    • Intermediate II / Advanced (11:00 AM): Focuses on advanced cornering and obstacles.
  • Timed Laps: At the top of every hour, kids can participate in timed laps to track their personal progress.
  • Expert Instruction: Experienced cyclists are on-site to provide tips and lessons during open track time.
  • Bike Loans: A fleet of WOOM Bikes is available for children who do not have their own or wish to try a new model.
  • Swag & Giveaways: All participants are eligible for giveaways from Mellow Johnny’s Bike Shop and Trek Bikes.

Important Participant Info

  • Helmets Required: All riders must wear a helmet at all times while on a bike.
  • Supervision: Parents or guardians must remain on-site throughout the event.
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