Caloosa Crank Fest

Caloosa Crank Fest is back and it’s time to put your legs, lines, and lungs to the test!

Built around the fast, punchy, and deceptively technical terrain of Caloosahatchee Regional Park, Crank Fest is a multi-stage MTB time trial that blends XC speed with enduro-style strategy. You’ll race the clock one rider at a time, hammer through timed stages, catch your breath during untimed transitions, then line up and do it all over again.

Elite, Sport, and Class 1 eMTB racers will take on three timed stages, including the advanced terrain of Far East. Novice racers will tackle a two-stage course, skipping Far East while still getting a full dose of Crank Fest.

Not worried about the clock? Casual Crank is your chance to jump into the event, ride the staged course, challenge yourself, and soak up the Crank Fest atmosphere without official timing, results, or podium pressure.

This isn’t a mass-start sufferfest and it isn’t just another lap race. Pick your lines, manage your effort, send what you’re comfortable sending, and see how your combined stage times stack up when the dust settles.

Whether you’re chasing the podium, trying to beat your riding buddies, pushing yourself outside your comfort zone, or just coming out to be part of the action, Caloosa Crank Fest is your chance to experience CRP a little differently.

Category Definitions

These categories are intended to help riders select the most appropriate field based on experience, fitness, and comfort on trail.

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.

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.

Novice

• Designed for newer racers and riders looking for an approachable introduction to the Crank Fest format.
• Perfect 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.

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.

Casual Crank — Untimed / Non-Competitive

• For riders who want the Crank Fest experience without racing the clock.
• Ride the staged event format, challenge yourself, and enjoy the atmosphere without the pressure of official competition.
• No official timing, results, or podium placement.
• Ideal for riders who want to participate, ride with a purpose, and experience Crank Fest at their own pace.

Format

• Multi-stage MTB time trial / enduro-style format
• 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 standings are based on the lowest cumulative time across all timed stages
• Elite, Sport, and Class 1 eMTB racers complete three timed stages
• Novice racers complete two timed stages, bypassing Far East
• Untimed transitions connect each stage — transition time does not count toward race results
• Casual Crank provides an untimed, non-competitive way to experience the staged event without official results or podium placement

Stage Flow (Elite / Sport / Class 1 eMTB)

 Stage 1
↓
Untimed Transition
↓
Stage 2
↓
Untimed Transition
↓
Stage 3

Stage Flow (Novice)

 Stage 1
↓
Untimed Transition
↓
Stage 3

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

Registration Includes

• Entry into 2027 Caloosa Crank Fest
• Number Plate & Timing Chip
• SWAG Bag
• Event T-Shirt

Race Categories & Awards

Podiums will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers in each category. Fields may be split or consolidated at the discretion of the race director based on rider participation.

Male Categories

• Elite Male: 18–49 | 50+
• Sport Male: 18–49 | 50+
• Novice Male: 0–17 | 18–49 | 50+
• Class 1 eMTB Male: 18+
   

Female Categories

• Elite Female: 18+
• Sport Female: 18+
• Novice Female: 0–17 | 18+
• Class 1 eMTB Female: 18+

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.

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

GPS, Class 1 eMTB & Course Compliance Policy

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, Class 1 eMTB 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.
• GPS activity submitted for podium verification must include data recorded with a wheel-speed sensor.
• GPS data is used for verification only and does not replace the event’s official timing system.
• Failure to provide the required activity when requested may result in loss of podium eligibility.

Course Compliance

• 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.
• Elite, Sport, and Class 1 eMTB racers complete all three timed stages, including Far East.
• Novice racers complete the designated two-stage course and bypass Far East.
• Casual Crank participants are untimed and are not eligible for official results or 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

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