Montrose Beach CX - IL State CX Championship p/b 46th Ward Ald. Angela Clay

Half Acre Cycling and the CCC have made the difficult decision to cancel the Montrose Beach — Illinois State Championship on December 7, 2025. It was not an easy decision, but the safety of everyone involved is paramount.

The combination of the recent deep snow, forecast for more snow, and severe cold all week/weekend (turning the snow to ice), makes us err on the side of caution, both for racers, but most of all for the volunteers/officials who would have to endure these conditions for an extended time. We hope you understand, and look forward to Montrose 2026!

While all CCC series events have a no refund policy, Half Acre Cycling will offer anyone already registered a refund if they desire (via BikeReg). Conversely, if anyone would like to ‘donate’ their entry fee to help defray the costs already outlaid by the team, it would be greatly appreciated. Any remaining funds will go towards the team’s BIPOC and Gender Equity Grant programs, as well as future races.

In lieu of racing, event sponsor Reed’s Local (who was scheduled to host the number pick-up party) will host a 21+ race memorial party where you can pour out a Malört for good ol’ Montrose 2025 and get your poster. The party is from 2pm-6pm on Sunday, December 7.

When

December 7, 2025

Race license

USAC sanctioned race

Location

Montrose Harbor,
Chicago, IL

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As the last race of the cyclocross season, Montrose Beach CX is packed with fun features and always promises an engaged, fun, and loud crowd. This race is the last of the Chicago Cross Cup series, and it’s the Illinois State Cyclocross Championship, which means you’re guaranteed some great racing–as a participant or spectator.

Taking place on the Chicago lakefront, over cricket hill and onto the beach, the course has challenging terrain backed up with beautiful views of the skyline (weather dependent, probably too cloudy to see anything). Easily accessible by red line or numerous buses, it is a great chance to come out and see the final race of the season.

Special thanks to 46 Ward Ald. Angela Clay and her staff for their support of this community event in the heart of Chicago.

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All USAC rules apply. All riders must sign a USAC rider release form. All riders must wear an approved helmet at all times while at the race venue.

All riders must sign a USAC rider release form. All races are held under USAC permit. Riders without an annual USAC license will be required to purchase either a one-day license or an annual license. Renew your annual license online at http://www.usacycling.org/. Annual renewals will also be available at registration for $110, Juniors $40.

No refunds. Races run rain or shine (or snow, or mud, or whatever).

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Montrose Beach CX – IL State CX Championship p/b 46th Ward Ald. Angela Clay

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