Watermelon Criterium - NJ

Join us for the 25th anniversary of the Watermelon Criterium!

Watermelon Inclusion Policy

We asserts our unwavering stance against discrimination of any kind and a commitment to provide equal opportunity to participate in our event regardless of race, color, religion, disability, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, or national origin. We believe that cycling and racing should be outlets that provide joy, community, and connection and that participation in sport is a human right. Harassment of fellow racers, spectators, or anyone in our community will not be tolerated. Anyone who attempts to harass or intimidate other athletes, staff, or spectators will be asked to leave the event immediately. Harassment or intimidation will be reported to race officials, USA Cycling, SafeSport, and local authorities. Thank you for helping to celebrate diversity and inclusion and contribute to a cycling community in which everyone feels welcome and safe to be their truest self. 

Registration will open at 9:00 AM on race day.
One day licenses available for $15.
Second race $10 discount.
$10 late fee for race day registration.

The course
Located on the Livingston Campus of Rutgers University in Piscataway, NJ this course is a 0.7 mile fast loop with three turns and a small rise leading into the final turn. The course runs on Road 3, Road 1, and Postal Plaza Rd.
Course Map
Parking is available at the Livingston Recreation Center adjacent to the course on Road 3.

Directions
Directions from all points to Livingston Campus may be found here:
Directions to the New Brunswick/Piscataway Campus
You are looking for the Livingston Campus of Rutgers University.
Once on Ave E:
Take the second left onto Rockafeller Road the a right at the first intersection onto Joyce Kilmer Rd. Stay right at the fork in the road followed by a quick right onto Road 3. Please park in Lot 103 which is immediately on your left. Registration will be at the course which is slightly further down Road 3.

Please note that Bikereg charges a small fee when you register online.  We appreciate your registering on line as it makes the registration process on race day go much more quickly.