Caloosa Crank Fest

Caloosa Crank Fest is back! Whether you're lining up for your first MTB event, chasing a podium, testing yourself against the clock, or just looking for a different way to experience the trails at Caloosahatchee Regional Park, there's a way to ride Crank Fest.

Caloosa Crank Fest turns the trails of Caloosahatchee Regional Park into a multi-stage MTB time trial that blends XC speed with enduro-style strategy. Competitive riders race the clock one rider at a time through timed stages, recover during untimed transitions, then line up and do it all over again.

Casual Crank provides an untimed, non-competitive way to experience the event with access to the full three-stage course. Novice and Adaptive MTB racers take on a two-stage timed course that bypasses the advanced terrain of Far East, while Sport, Elite, and Class 1 eMTB racers complete all three timed stages.

This isn't a mass-start sufferfest and it isn't just another lap race. Pick your lines, manage your effort, ride within your ability, and see how your combined stage times stack up when the dust settles.

Whether you're trying something new, racing your riding buddies, pushing for a podium, or just coming out to be part of the action, Caloosa Crank Fest is your chance to experience CRP a little differently.

Category Definitions

Choose the option that best matches how you want to experience Crank Fest. Casual Crank offers an untimed option, while Novice, Sport, and Elite provide a progression based on racing experience, fitness, and comfort on technical trail. Adaptive MTB provides a dedicated two-stage competitive category, while Class 1 eMTB follows the full three-stage race format with additional equipment requirements.

Casual Crank — Untimed / Non-Competitive

• For riders who want the Crank Fest experience without racing the clock.
• Participants have access to the full three-stage event course and may choose whether or not to ride Stage 2 / Far East.
• Ride the staged event format, challenge yourself, and enjoy the atmosphere without the pressure of official competition.
• No official timing, race results, or podium placement.
• A great option for riders who want to participate, ride with a purpose, and experience Crank Fest at their own pace.

Novice

• Designed for newer racers and riders looking for an approachable introduction to the Crank Fest format.
• A great fit for riders who want to challenge themselves without taking on the advanced terrain of Far East.
• Completes two timed stages, bypassing Far East.
• Eligible for Novice results, awards, and podium placement.

Sport

• Designed for experienced riders who want a competitive race without stepping into the Elite field.
• A great fit for strong recreational riders, developing racers, and experienced riders looking to test themselves against the clock.
• Completes all three timed stages, including Far East.
• Eligible for Sport results, awards, and podium placement.

Elite

• Built for experienced racers and riders looking to compete at the highest level.
• Best suited for riders comfortable maintaining an aggressive race pace across CRP's technical terrain.
• Completes all three timed stages, including Far East.
• Eligible for Elite results, awards, and podium placement.

Adaptive MTB (aMTB)

• A competitive, officially timed category for riders using adaptive mountain bikes.
• Adaptive MTB racers complete two timed stages, bypassing the advanced terrain of Far East.
• The Adaptive MTB course follows the same general two-stage race format used by the Novice field.
• Because adaptive bike designs, dimensions, and rider needs can vary, riders who are interested but unsure whether the course is a good fit are encouraged to contact event staff. We're happy to help coordinate a pre-event course preview.
• Eligible for Adaptive MTB results, awards, and podium placement.

Class 1 eMTB

• Competitive category for riders using a compliant Class 1 pedal-assist eMTB.
• Riders should be comfortable with the technical terrain found throughout the full Crank Fest course.
• Completes all three timed stages, including Far East.
• Officially timed and eligible for Class 1 eMTB results, awards, and podium placement.
• Class 1 equipment requirements and restrictions apply. See the Class 1 eMTB Requirements section below.

Format

• Multi-stage MTB time trial / enduro-style format.
• Competitive riders start one at a time with controlled spacing.
• Start intervals are designed so riders race the clock, not each other.
• Each timed stage is scored independently.
• Final competitive standings are based on the lowest cumulative time across all required timed stages.
• Novice and Adaptive MTB racers complete two timed stages and bypass Far East.
• Sport, Elite, and Class 1 eMTB racers complete all three timed stages, including Far East.
• Untimed transitions connect each stage and do not count toward official race results.
• Casual Crank provides an untimed, non-competitive way to experience the event with access to the full three-stage course.

Stage Flow — Casual Crank

Stage 1
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Untimed Transition
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Stage 2 / Far East — Optional
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Untimed Transition
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Stage 3

Casual Crank participants have access to the full three-stage event course but may bypass Stage 2 / Far East if they prefer.

Stage Flow — Novice / Adaptive MTB

Stage 1
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Untimed Transition
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Stage 3

Novice and Adaptive MTB racers bypass Stage 2 / Far East and complete a two-stage timed race.

Stage Flow — Sport / Elite / Class 1 eMTB

Stage 1
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Untimed Transition
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Stage 2
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Untimed Transition
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Stage 3

Registration Includes

• Entry into 2027 Caloosa Crank Fest
• Event Number Plate
• Official Timing Chip for timed race categories
• SWAG Bag
• Event T-Shirt

Race Categories & Awards

Podiums will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers in each eligible competitive category. Fields may be split or consolidated at the discretion of the race director based on rider participation, including the creation of additional age divisions when participation supports them.

Male Categories

• Novice Male: 17 & Under | 18–49 | 50+
• Sport Male: 18–49 | 50+
• Elite Male: 18–49 | 50+
• Adaptive MTB Male: All Ages
• Class 1 eMTB Male: All Ages

Female Categories

• Novice Female: 17 & Under | 18+
• Sport Female: 18+
• Elite Female: 18+
• Adaptive MTB Female: All Ages
• Class 1 eMTB Female: All Ages

Casual Crank is an untimed, non-competitive category and is not eligible for race results or podium placement.

Race Policies & Participant Responsibility

By registering for Caloosa Crank Fest, participants acknowledge the inherent risks associated with mountain biking and agree to follow all event rules, course markings, instructions from race officials, and applicable park regulations. Participation is also subject to the event waiver and release presented during registration.

Competitive riders are responsible for reporting to and completing each required stage within the event's published operating window. Untimed transitions between stages are not part of a rider's official race time. Riders who miss a required stage, leave the marked course, or are unable to safely continue may be removed from competition at the discretion of race officials.

All participants are responsible for selecting a category and route appropriate for their experience, equipment, and riding ability. Riders should ride within their individual limits at all times.

Race officials reserve the right to modify, delay, shorten, reroute, or cancel portions of the event when necessary for rider safety, trail conditions, weather, or other circumstances beyond the organizers' control.

GPS & Course Compliance

Official race results are determined solely by the event's timing system. GPS activity data is not used for official timing; however, race officials may review data from Garmin, Wahoo, Strava, or similar platforms to verify course compliance, equipment eligibility, or resolve a disputed result.

Podium Verification

• Riders qualifying for a podium position must be able to provide a complete GPS activity covering all applicable race stages when requested.
• For standard MTB and Class 1 eMTB categories, GPS activity submitted for podium verification must include data recorded with a wheel-speed sensor.
• Adaptive MTB verification requirements may account for differences in adaptive bike equipment and sensor compatibility.
• GPS data is used for verification only and does not replace the event's official timing system.
• Failure to provide required verification data when requested may result in loss of podium eligibility.

Course Compliance

• Competitive riders must follow the complete marked course for every timed stage required by their registered category.
• Cutting the course, bypassing required trail sections, or otherwise gaining an advantage by leaving the designated route may result in a time penalty or disqualification.
• Novice and Adaptive MTB racers complete the designated two-stage course and bypass Far East.
• Sport, Elite, and Class 1 eMTB racers complete all three timed stages, including Far East.
• Casual Crank participants are untimed and may choose to ride or bypass Stage 2 / Far East.

Adaptive MTB (aMTB)

Adaptive MTB riders will compete on the same two-stage course used by the Novice field, bypassing the advanced terrain of Far East. The route has been successfully ridden on an adaptive MTB and includes a mix of flowing and technical trail.

Some narrow sections may require careful line choice and navigation. Because adaptive bike designs, dimensions, and rider needs can vary, riders who would like to evaluate the course before registering are encouraged to contact event staff. We're happy to help coordinate a pre-event course preview and answer questions about the route.

Adaptive MTB riders will compete in separate Male and Female categories with official timing, results, awards, and podium placement.

Class 1 eMTB Requirements

Caloosa Crank Fest permits Class 1 eMTBs only, consistent with the Class 1 electric bicycle definition established by Florida Statutes § 316.003(23) and § 316.003(23)(a).

• Electric motor must be rated at less than 750 watts.
• Motor assistance may be provided only while the rider is pedaling.
• Motor assistance must cease at 20 mph.
• Class 2 and Class 3 e-bikes are not permitted.
• Throttle-equipped, derestricted, chipped, jailbroken, or otherwise modified bicycles that provide motor assistance outside Class 1 limits are not permitted.
• Multi-class or configurable eMTBs must remain configured to meet Class 1 requirements for the duration of the event.
• Race officials reserve the right to inspect an eMTB or review ride data when necessary to verify compliance.
• Use of a non-compliant eMTB may result in disqualification or loss of podium eligibility at the discretion of race officials.

Pre-Riding & Course Preview

Pre-riding is permitted only during designated open-practice periods. No pre-riding is permitted on race day.

Adaptive MTB riders who would like to evaluate the course before registering may contact event staff to discuss or coordinate a pre-event course preview.