– September 29, 2024 –
Race Through 142 Years of Naval History
We’ve created an urban cycl0-cross race and experience that is unique in the cycling world. The Wet Mile UCX is a multi-lap (3.5 miles per lap) race through the incredible obstacles and history of Mare Island. Cranes, shipbuilding gantries, parks, alleys, fast roads, winding trails, buildings, twisted staircases, railroad tracks, distracting historic and bay views, jumps, bumps…we’ll throw it all at you.
Experience a UCX Course Like No Other
Race through historic landmarks, navigate unique urban obstacles, and take in breathtaking views along our 3.5 mile “Wet Mile” UXC course. This year, PedalFest is part of the Bay Area Super Prestige Cyclocross Series.
Races for Every Skill-Level
Whether you’re new to cyclo-cross, or are an advanced rider – we have a race for you. Race times are divided into groups based on age, gender, and skill-level.
Food, Brews, and Views
Enjoy great food, beer, and waterfront views from Mare Island Brewing Co.’s beer garden as you watch other cyclists take their stab at the course.
The Races
The race starts and finishes at the festival area in-front of Mare Island Brewing Co.’s Coal Shed Brewery. The historic waterfront promenade is known as the “Wet Mile”, and is lined with historic “Coal Sheds” that were once used to fuel the Navy’s steamships at the turn of the century.
Race times are divided into beginner, intermediate, and advanced cyclo-cross categories. Riders are grouped at each category’s start by division (age/gender), so you know who you are racing against. Awards are presented for the top three in each category and division, and presented at the culmination of each category’s race. Number of laps per race is dependent on category. For 2022, as part of the Bay Area Super Prestige Series, we have a LOT of category options for our racers. Please click our registration site for all of the details.
We invite everyone to create a team for our Lonesome Louis (“Lew-ee”) Team Race - A relay like no other: 4 riders, 1 lap per rider, one bike
For more details on race times, registration fees, and to for the full schedule of racing events, stay tuned.
Register to Race
Don’t miss your chance to race through the Bay Area’s most unique UCX course!
Featured Video: See What You’re Up Against
Check out this video to get a feel for some of the obstacles you’ll be racing through. This GoPro video was shot from the chest of local celebrity and intrepid YouTube mountain biker, Brian Kennedy, during Mare Island PedalFest 2019.
PedalFest is part of the BASP family!