CRITERIUM RACES
Go Ahead, Have Fun
Three days of action-packed, exciting criterium races weaving through historic city streets lined with thousands of spectators and fans? Three unique courses for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday? Generous payouts and an electric atmosphere? This kind of bike magic can only be found at The Saint Francis Tulsa Tough.
Register for one weekend day or take a swipe at the legendary Tulsa Tough Omnium and complete multiple races throughout the weekend to see who is #1 in your category. Our competitors range from seasoned pro athletes to riders trying crit racing for the first time. With over 25+ individual races on the schedule, you're guaranteed to find a category that aligns with your fitness level and experience.
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MCNELLIE'S BLUE DOME CRITERIUM
Tulsa Tough weekend kicks off in Tulsa's historic Blue Dome District. Perhaps downtown Tulsa's most popular entertainment district, the Blue Dome District is anchored by the 1924 Blue Dome building located at 2nd & Elgin. Originally populated by businesses serving the nearby railroad lines, the Blue Dome is now home to some of Tulsa's favorite restaurants and bars.
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The McNellie's Blue Dome Criterium begins at 4:30 PM on Friday, June 7th, 2024. A spectator must-see, this course weaves riders through crowded streets lined with live music, food trucks, and vendors. A perfect way to start the weekend!
JOIN US UNDER THE FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS IN THE BLUE DOME DISTRICT ON FRIDAY, JUNE 7TH, 2024
FC TULSA ARTS DISTRICT CRITERIUM
The Saint Francis Tulsa Tough's single-largest day of events is on Saturday, June 8th, 2024 in the downtown Tulsa Arts District. The District's motto, "Arrive early, stay late," perfectly represents our Saturday events schedule. Crits start at 11:00 AM at Reconciliation Way and Boston Avenue and last until our final race at 7:05 PM. This diverse and culturally-robust downtown district has evolved to become Tulsa's creative, community-driven engine. See the sights as you ride the L-shaped course by some of Tulsa's most famous venues.
ONE OF THE OLDEST DISTRICTS IN TULSA, THE ARTS DISTRICT HAS IT ALL
MCELROY RIVER PARKS CRITERIUM
Perhaps the most infamous course of all, the McElroy River Parks Criterium sends riders up the infamous Cry Baby Hill in the Riverside District. This grueling course will test even the fittest of athletes as they begin their climb near Riverside Drive and head into the surrounding neighborhood. We don't call it "Cry Baby Hill" for nothing—the steep gradient and false flats will keep your heart pumping as you ride the hill over and over... and over and over again.
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The McElroy River Parks Criterium is not only known for its race course—it's also known for the epic party that descends upon the Riverside neighborhood that surrounds the hill. Find yourself surrounded by adoring fans, beer handups, and live music. This epic course promises an exciting finish no matter who is riding. And, remember: what happens on Cry Baby Hill stays on Cry Baby Hill.
WHAT HAPPENS ON CRY BABY HILL STAYS ON CRY BABY HILL
THE SAINT FRANCIS TULSA TOUGH OMNIUM
Register for one day of racing or sign up for all three and take on The Saint Francis Tulsa Tough Omnium. An Omnium is a type of cycling competition that consists of a set number of races; compete on each day to earn points toward (and potentially win!) the Omnium series. Omnium category winners will receive an exclusive Omnium Podium Jersey that represents the hard work and discipline that goes into preparing for multi-day races.
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The Omnium is available in the following categories:
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Pro CAT I Men
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CAT I/II Men
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Men's Master 40+ A CAT I/II
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Pro CAT I/II Women
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Note that you must register specifically for the Omnium to compete. Individual registrations for each day will not be counted towards the Omnium prize. Put your legs to the test and find out who is the ultimate weekend champion at Sunday's podium ceremony.
