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Steam-N-Wheels Bike Race at Johnson Park 2023

Saturday, March 11 at 10:00am


Calling all Cyclists! It's going to be positively Steaming at the 2023 Steam-N-Wheels Bike Road Race held at Johnson Park on Ft. Phantom Lake and through scenic Texas countryside. Experience the burn on our 32-mile course in this competitive race.

Cost is $35 per cyclist for Early Registration and $45 for Day of Registration. Day of Registration will be from 8:00am - 9:30am. The race will start at 10:00am. 

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Awards:

1st place for both males and females, for each 32 race. There will also be awards for  youngest and oldest biker. (8 Total) 

Shortly after award winners finish, competitors that medal will have a short photo-op with our Photographer for each race

Date & Location:

Date & time: March 11th 10:00am

Location: Johnson Park, 273 Johnson Road, Abilene, Texas 79601

Start Time: 

Day of Registration Starts: 8:00 - 9:30 am

Race Starts: 10:00 am

Registration:

Opens: now

Early Registration: $35 per cyclist

Day of Registration: $45 per cyclist




Aid Stations:   

*Coming Soon*


Race Start:


The start of the 32 mile course will all be at Johnson Park. While you wait for the race to start you can enjoy: 

  • Music

  • Restrooms

  • Aid Station

  • Water

  • Pre-race photo spot

 

Photos:


Look for photographers at the start line, along the course, finish line, and awards area. We will have a media backdrop available with props for pre and post-race selfies. Please tag #myabileneparksandrec to share with our team! Professional photos will be shared in an album on @MyAbileneParksandRec. You can also email your photos to us directly to us at Samantha.Melchor@abilenetx.gov

Shortly after award winners finish, competitors that medal will have a short photo-op with our Photographer for each race


*Please note - website and social media posting will occur after all event materials have been collected, stored, and the team has made it back to the office for data compilation. 


Timing & Bibs:


All cyclists will be timed via chip. The chips will be attached to the back of your bib number. Please don’t wrinkle or stuff the bib in your pocket. Attach to the front of your jersey via the supplied safety pins. All awards will be determined by using chip time. 

*Bibs will need to be turned in at the end of the race*


Results:


Race results will be available in the following ways: 

  1. On this Page

  2. On our Facebook page at City Of Abilene Parks and Recreation

  3. On our Instagram Page at @myabileneparksandrecreation


Please note - website and social media posting will occur after all event materials have been collected, stored, and the team has made it back to the office for data compilation. 




Spectator Areas:


To watch the cyclists without interference, but still close enough to cheer them on, please consider the following locations: 

  • Johnson Park on Ft. Phantom Lake  273 Johnson Road, Abilene, Texas 79601

  • More Soon


These viewing areas allow you to park without interference with the runners or course. Please park in designated parking areas to ensure you do not create a disturbance with the cyclists. 


Celebration Area:


The finish line is located at Johnson  Park, 273 Johnson Road, Abilene, Texas 79601

After finishing you are welcomed into the Celebration Area where you will receive water, food, and more. Food and beverages are only available for participants of Steam-N-Wheels.


Route

32 Mile Race <--Signup

Route Packet w/ maps