Tuesday, June 24

Two important announcements!

Tonight’s event, June 24 B race is CANCELLED DUE TO EXTREME HEAT.

We follow Ontario Cycling’s policy on extreme weather, for everyone's safety: https://ontariocycling.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/OC-Weather-Policy-Guidelines.pdf

 In regard to extreme heat (and humidity) these are some of the points we urge organizers and clubs to consider with any activities:

  • Once the temperature reaches 40 degree all activities must be cancelled.

  • Once the temperature reached between 35-39 degree the cancellation of races should seriously be considered.

If you have already e-transferred funds for tonight's race, we can roll those over into your next Crit night, or if you will not be out for the rest of the season we can arrange for a refund (reach out to me if that is your case).

Thanks for your understanding, and see you at the next one.

Mid-Season Reminder: Tuesday Night Crit Categories

Thanks for being part of the Tuesday Night Crits this year! We’re now at the halfway point of the season, and it’s been fantastic to see riders returning to form and the fields growing week after week.

Given the disruption to racing over the past few years, we’ve allowed riders to self-select their categories—recognizing it’s been tough to define exactly who fits where. But as numbers increase, it’s time for a quick reminder and some clarification on the purpose of the A and B races, and how we’ll be managing them moving forward.

A Race – For Experienced Racers

The A race is intended for current U23, Elite, or Master 1 racers—or anyone with solid fitness and race experience. We know it can be intimidating to make the jump to A, but smaller fields actually make the race harder, not easier. Fewer wheels to follow means fewer places to hide. Riders in the A race should be working on tactics, testing breakaways, and pushing their limits.

B Race – For Developing Racers

The B race is designed for new or developing criterium riders who aren’t yet able to maintain the pace of the A race. This is a space to build confidence, group-riding skills, and race awareness in a more forgiving environment.

To support learning, the first 15 minutes of the B race will now be controlled laps, paced at 35–40 km/h. A few A riders may be invited to help pace and coach during this period—if you're one of them, please check in with Glen or Jason before the race.

If you’re consistently driving the pace or winning the B race, you’ll be asked to move up to the A race.

General Guidelines

  • No rider should participate in both A and B races on the same night, unless special permission has been given in advance.

  • Coaches riding in the B race must remain near their riders, and should not be attacking or pushing the pace.

  • If you're attending to support another rider, please speak with Glen or Jason ahead of time to confirm.

It’s been awesome to see such strong turnout and enthusiasm each week. The Ottawa racing community is clearly coming back to life, and we’re thrilled to be part of that.

Let’s continue to grow the sport together—supporting new racers and keeping the crits safe, fun, and competitive for everyone.

Thanks for your support, and see you Tuesday!

Thursday, May 1

Registration is open!

First race is next Tuesday, May 6. To participate in Tuesday Night Crits you must do these three things:

  1. Register - Note the two different spreadsheets for under 18 and adults 18+. You must register by Sunday midnight for each individual race or by Sunday midnight for the series before your first event.

  2. Pay the fees - Options include single event or complete series. Series: $160, Single race: $25, U18 Series: $100, Single race: $20. Send your e-transfers to ridewithrendall@gmail.com.

  3. Race license - show your race license at first event sign-in. And remember to sign-in at each race you attend.

Please read the Rules and Registration & Volunteers pages for more information.

Races may be cancelled in the event of dangerous weather. Watch for an email, this page, or our Facebook page for any last minute announcements.

Tuesday Night Crits relies on volunteer marshals to watch corners and keep racers safe. Each series registrant will need to sign up for TWO volunteer shifts. If you have family that want to help out, or you want to come down and watch from a corner and wear a safety vest and hold a flag please sign up here on our 2025 Ottawa Tuesday Night Criterium  - Volunteer Sign-up Form.

Monday, April 14

Volunteers Needed – First Aid Support for Tuesday Night Criteriums

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We’re excited to announce that the Tuesday Night Training Criteriums are returning to Tunney’s Pasture starting May 6th! A full official announcement will be coming out soon, but in the meantime, we’re reaching out to secure First Aid volunteers so we can get the series rolling.

We’re looking for individuals with extensive First Aid training who can be on-site as first responders from 6:15 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. There are 18 nights of racing (schedule below), and we need one volunteer per evening.

As a thank-you, The Cyclery will once again be providing a $100 gift certificate to each First Aid volunteer for every night they cover.

The 2025 Tuesday Night Crits runs for 17 weeks starting May 6th to August 26th, alternating A and B events:

  • May 6 A
  • May 13 B
  • May 20 A
  • May 27 B
  • June 3 A
  • June 10 B
  • June 17 A
  • June 24 B
  • July 1 No Race
    • July 8 A
    • July 15 B
    • July 22 A
    • July 29 B
    • August 5 A
    • August 12 B
    • August 19 A
    • August 26 B

    Register coming and volunteer signup coming soon. You will be required to show proof of Ontario Cycling membership (Challenge or Compete) or UCI licence and pay fees. This race series relies on volunteer marshals on the course to keep events safe. There will be options to signup at registration.