Third Annual Junior Tour-de-Naperville Coming July 11

The third annual Junior Tour-de-Naperville, presented by Russell Martin, is coming to Commissioners Park on Saturday, July 11. Hosted by the Naperville Park District, the event gives kids ages 3-10 the opportunity to ride their bicycles, big wheels or tricycles around the 1.2-mile trail, cheered on by family and friends.

The event began in 2013 to commemorate the 100th edition of the Tour-de-France.

“The trail at Commissioners Park is a perfect location for this fun event,” said Party and Events Coordinator Ashley Stubbeman. “There is plenty of room for kids to bike at their own speed, and for parents to join in the fun.”

There will be separate starts for younger and older participants: the 3-5-year-olds will start at 9:00 a.m. followed by the 6-10 year-olds at 9:30 a.m. The older kids will be challenged to go around the course as many times as they can. Each participating child must register for the event and will receive a yellow T-Shirt.

Participants will have three “support and gear” (SAG) stops, with drinks and snacks. Parents are welcome to encourage them from the sidelines or to accompany them around the course.

The 2015 event sponsors include Russell Martin, Oswego Cyclery and Eyelevel. Oswego Cyclery will provide free bicycle tune ups for participants.

Registration for the Junior Tour de Naperville is in progress. To register for the event, please visit www.napervilleparks.org. Commissioners Park is located at 3704 111th St.