Kick off the ABD Fall Fling Omnium with the ABD Fall Fling Stage 1 of this thrilling race series! Hosted by the Wisconsin-Illinois Cycling Association, sanctioned by American Bicycle Racing (ABR), and proudly sponsored by Athletes by Design, this high-octane road racing criterium takes place on a fast, technical circuit at Oakwood Commerce Center in Wood Dale, IL – just 20 miles west of Chicago. Open to first-timers and seasoned racers alike, this event combines heart-pounding criterium racing with a welcoming community spirit. Start the omnium strong, connect with fellow cyclists, and set the pace for an epic race weekend!
Must have proof of 2025 ABR License. Membership can be purchased online at: https://secure.getmeregistered.com/get_information.php?event_id=1217
ABD reserves the right to merge races with less than 7 participants.
Fall Fling Race Flyer – https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fC55hO_rLQKMX6wqCW78WQ3slACozHC0/view?usp=sharing
Schedule
9:00 AM – Men’s Masters 60+ & up, Women’s 50+ & up (35 min)
9:45 AM – Juniors, Men’s & Women’s Cat 4/5 (35 min)
10:30 AM – Men’s 50+, Women’s Cat 1/2/3 (50 min)
11:30 AM – Men’s Cat 1/2/3 (60 min)
12:40 PM – ParaCyclist – hand-cycles, tricycle, upright, tandem (35 min)
Fall Fling Prize List:
TT Prize list – Road Bike Category
Top 3 Men/ 1st $75, 2nd $50, 3rd $25
Top 3 Women/ 1st $75, 2nd $50, 3rd $25
Criterium Prize Lists: (Wood Dale first and second races)
Men & Women 1,2,3 (minimum of 10 racers in each Category, otherwise prize list will be reduced by appropriate percentage)
1st $300, 2nd $200, 3rd $100, 4th $80, 5th $60
Masters 50+ (minimum of 10 racers in each Category, otherwise prize list will be reduced by appropriate percentage)
1st $100, 2nd $80, 3rd $50
Omnium Prize Lists:
*Each Category MUST have a minimum of 10 racers and participate in all three events, otherwise prize list will be reduced by appropriate percentage*
Men and Women 1,2,3
1st $400, 2nd $300, 3rd $200, 4th $100, 5th $50
Masters 50+
1st $150, 2nd $100, 3rd $50, 4th $30, 5th $20
Points for Omnium
Crits and RR – 1st-20pts, 2nd-18pts, 3rd-16pts, 4th-14, 5th-12, 6th-10, 7th-8, 8th-6, 9th-4, 10th-2
Time Trial- 1st-20pts, 2nd-19pts, 3rd-18pts, 4th-17, 5th-16, 6th-15, 7th-14, 8th-14, 9th-12, 10th-11, 11th-10, 12th- 9, 13th-8, 14th-7, 15th-6, 16th-5, 17th-4, 18th-3, 19th-2, 20th-1pt
If tied in points, best result on last day to break tie
Time Trial on Road Bikes (no aero bikes for omnium participation)
Fall Fling Stage 1 Weather
Labor Day Weekend weather in Wood Dale can be quite variable – lately the holiday weekend weather has yielded warm, race-ready conditions, with average highs of 75-80°F and mostly sunny skies, though occasional light showers are possible. Dress for balmy laps and a comfortable day of racing at the ABD Fall Fling Stage 1, with pleasant mornings transitioning to vibrant, sunny afternoons—perfect for crushing your criterium racing goals!
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