RIDER RESOURCES
RIDER INFORMATION
Everything you need to know about Chicago Grit 2024 can be found in the Tech Guide and the Event Flyer. When they are available, the links will appear below.
All foreign riders at the 2024 Chicago Grit will need an International race license that is in good standing with their home Federation and a Foreign Permission Letter from their home Federation that permits the rider to race in the US during the dates July 19-28, 2024. In lieu of a Foreign Permission letter, riders may submit a personally signed letter stating that they have no insurance from their National Federation, and they accept all responsibilities for any medical expenses they may incur while racing at Chicago Grit.
If you need an invitation letter to the 2024 Chicago Grit series, please contact marco@chicago-grit.com
HOUSING
There are 3 options for housing affiliated with Chicago Grit:
Official Host Hotels
Fairfield Inn & Suites Chicago Lombard
Fairfield Inn & Suites is centrally located and is offering a special group rate for Chicago Grit riders of $95/night plus tax if you book by 7/10/24.
645 West North Ave. Lombard, IL 60148
Quality Inn Elgin I-90
Quality Inn is offering a special group rate of $96/night plus tax if you book by 7/10/24.
500 Tollgate Road Elgin, IL 60123
Sonesta Select West Dundee Chicago Elgin
Sonesta is offering a special group rate of $89/night plus tax if you book by 7/10/24.
2175 Marriott Dr. West Dundee, IL 60118
We have been fortunate in years past to have access to Benedictine University. We are working on an arrangement for 2024, but the rates from 2023 are listed below.
5700 College Rd, Lisle, IL 60532 Cost: $35 per night per bed
Rooms: Four beds per room with a shared mini kitchen. The mini kitchen includes a refrigerator and microwave. Each room has two bathrooms. No linens are provided; bring your own sheets, blankets, and towels. There will be a one-time additional cleaning fee.
There are dining options on campus. Breakfast is $9.20 per person Lunch is $11.16 per person Dinner is $12.10 per person To reserve contact: Michael Koval Phone: 224-515-0666
NEVER RACED CHICAGO GRIT?
That’s awesome - we’re excited to have you! Whether you’re racing 1 day or all 10, we know your experience will be absolutely epic.
NorCal Cycling has created an incredible playlist which will give you a better understanding of the courses and what to expect (tips, tricks, etc.).
