Edwardsville Rotary Criterium Festival - Illinois State Criterium Championship

endurance by riding from one border of Illinois to the other in one day.

• RAIL North will travel approximately 175 miles from Moline to Chicago, IL.

• RAIL South will travel approximately 165 miles from St. Louis, MO to Vincennes, IN.

Even though the RAIL events can be extremely physically challenging, you will be fully supported the whole way. The encouragement you will receive from our staff, along with your fellow riders, will be energizing while the support will be inspiring! Many of the athletes you will be riding alongside with have never attempted this long of a distance before in one day and we can guarantee that no one will be alone on this new journey.

Because of this ride's difficulty level, we have designed the supporting ride logistics to help you reach this achievement. Both events are scheduled immediately before and after June 21^st (the longest day of the year) in order to give you the maximum amount of daylight to complete the ride – 15 hours! There's no need to be concerned about keeping up as you’ll only need to maintain an average riding pace around 12 mph to stay on track with the ride schedule.

Throughout the route, our staff will have snacks, ice water, and sports drinks available at predesignated rest stop locations. By utilizing these rest stops you can take a break, refuel, and focus on staying strong. The distance between each rest stop generally decreases throughout the day giving you the opportunity to take breaks more frequently as you become more fatigued. We know you got this!

Completing a RAIL event is a remarkable accomplishment, and we would like to give you recognition! At the end of the ride, all participants will receive an official “FINISHER” sticker to commemorate your achievement.

If you are up for the challenge, come join us on a RAIL event and claim your spot among a league of the best!

(Please note that RAIL rides are not appropriate for novice or inexperienced riders. We strongly recommend having at least completed a century ride of 100 miles or more before registering.)

Registration & Prices

Check bicycleillinois.com for registration deadlines and additional price information. Partial day tours are also available.

WE DO NOT ISSUE ANY REFUNDS AT ANY TIME FOR ANY REASON. If you do not participate and would like a refund, you MUST purchase an individual travel insurance plan, which will reimburse you according to the plan coverage. Many plans are very reasonably priced. As part of your online registration you will have the option to purchase an individual travel insurance plan offered through RegShield. This plan must be purchased as part of your initial online registration - it cannot be added later. If you do not purchase the RegShield plan you can still purchase another individual travel insurance plan. Click Here or visit https://www.travelexinsurance.com/index.aspx?location=27-019927-0199&go=bp to get the details and benefits of the plan offered through Travelex Insurance, get a quote, and purchase coverage.

Additional Processing Fees Charged by RaceRoster

Please visit bicycleillinois.com for more specific information about the additional processing fees charged by RaceRoster for online registration.

Paper Registration

Please visit bicycleillinois.com to download the paper registration forms if you do not wish to pay the additional processing fees charged by RaceRoster or wish to pay by check or money order. Unfortunately we cannot accept credit cards through paper registration.

All information is subject to change. For more information about the event and the most current information please visit https://www.bicycleillinois.com/rail/rail.htm

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June 28th, 2026. Taking place at the scenic and local favorite, Creve Coeur Park, the St. Louis Triathlon is ideal for both veterans, and those new to the multi-sport experience. A race like no other, with YOUR experience as our primary focus. At the Lou Fusz Subaru St. Louis Triathlon every athlete is a champion!

For more information including course maps, schedule of events, volunteer signup, sponsorship information, race results, etc. Please visit - Lou Fusz Subaru St. Louis Triathlon | MSE Racing

follows.

Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or a casual rider, there's something for everyone. Choose from a variety of routes ranging from leisurely tours to longer treks, and bring the whole family along. You will roll through the beautiful Madison County Trail system, under leafy green canopies and that perfect summer sun. Along the way, you’ll hit fully stocked aid stations with cheerful volunteers keeping you fueled and hydrated.

Reward yourself at our post-ride party with a scoop of premium deliciousness. And for those who prefer a different kind of chill, we will have you sorted with a cold one from Perennial Artisan Ales! Stay, play, and shop! You won't want to miss the awesome sidewalk sale at the Cyclery and Fitness Center. From top-of-the-line bikes to must-have gear, they've got everything you need to take your ride to the next level.

Don’t miss out on one of the most anticipated rides of the season. If you know, you know — and if you don’t, now’s the time to find out.

Routes will be announced closer to the ride. The routes are being updated due to construction on the MCT trails.

This ride is supported in part by the Agency for Community Transit Community Action Grants Program

opportunity. You can find information here: http://www.tourdedonut.org/news.html

Free Event T-Shirt with every registration prior to 15 June 2026

(Free T-Shirt with late registrations while supplies last -- I TRY to make sure everybody gets one.)

MUST BE 13 TO RIDE WITHOUT AN ADULT

EVERY RIDER MUST WEAR A HELMET AND SIT IN AN APPROVED SEAT OR CARRIER FOR THE EVENT

ON-LINE REGISTRATION REQUIRED

NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION

START LINE IS IN STAUNTON CITY PARK AT THE CORNER OF

E PENNSYLVANIA STREET AND ASH STREET IN STAUNTON, IL

SIGN IN BEGINS AT 7:00AM

Free Camping !!!

(Available for all participants at the start line park in Staunton on Friday night)

PRIZES

1st , 2nd and 3rd place medals for each age category

MORE CATEGORIES AND MORE MEDALS

UNDER 16, 17-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+, AND TANDEMS

If you want to bring your electronic-assist bike, it is ok with me, but you will not be eligible for medals and awards. Also, you can't assist another rider by pulling for them so that they can obtain an award. Fair enough?

Cash prizes for most donuts eaten Men and Women

FOUR BRAND NEW BIKES will be given away

Attendance Prizes by drawing from all participants

Golden Helmet Award for participant from furthest distance

RACE SUPPORT (SAG)

Provided by:

"The Cyclery" from Edwardsville, IL

"The Bike SurgeOn" from O'Fallon, IL

FOOD

Staunton will NOT have their rib cookoff on Main Street but will provide other food opportunties. Plan to stay and enjoy the day after the race.

See you there!

For Last years results and breaking news see our website at www.tourdedonut.org

and now in its current format as an ‘almost’ Olympic distance triathlon.

This year the distances remain at a .62 mile Swim, 20 mile Bike and a 4 mile Run for the Long Course, and .3 mile Swim, 17 mile Bike and a 2 mile Run for the Sprint Course. The Kid’s Triathlon and EXPO will be held on Saturday, July 11th and the main event will be on Sunday, July 12th, 2026.

Set in New Town, St.Charles, the venue is tailor made for a fast race. The flat course profile makes this event the perfect race to open up full bore or try the sport of triathlon for the first time.

Sponsored by St. Luke’s Hospital and produced by Big Shark Bicycle Company/Big Shark Events.

We encourage you to sign up early to get a jump on the competition! You can also train with us at our Open Water Swim Series running almost every Saturday from May 2nd through June 27th, 2026. There will not be swims on Memorial Day Weekend and July 4th Weekend.