Espresso Mile p/b Chain & Spoke
- Date Sun 13th July 2025
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Des Moines, Iowa
- Price $10.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of racing at the Espresso Mile on Sunday, July 13, 2025, in the vibrant city of Des Moines, Polk! This exciting new event kicks off at 8:30 AM with a competitive wave that promises to be a thrilling downhill dash to the finish line. Runners will take on a challenging course that includes two right turns and an uphill climb, culminating in an electrifying sprint to the finish. The male and female winners of the competitive wave will each take home a fantastic prize of $600!
For those looking for a more relaxed pace, the recreational wave will follow shortly at 8:38 AM, offering the same scenic route for participants of all skill levels. Don’t forget to join us for the post-race festivities, where you can unwind and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of Ingersoll Avenue, complete with exciting bike races later in the day. The Espresso Mile is also a proud part of the Central Iowa Race League, making it an event you won’t want to miss! Mark your calendars and get ready to experience the thrill of the Espresso Mile!
For those looking for a more relaxed pace, the recreational wave will follow shortly at 8:38 AM, offering the same scenic route for participants of all skill levels. Don’t forget to join us for the post-race festivities, where you can unwind and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of Ingersoll Avenue, complete with exciting bike races later in the day. The Espresso Mile is also a proud part of the Central Iowa Race League, making it an event you won’t want to miss! Mark your calendars and get ready to experience the thrill of the Espresso Mile!
Organiser's Description
New in 2025! This event is taking place in conjunction with the Rip the Aves bike races taking place later in the day. Packet pickup will be over at our race headquarters Chain & Spoke at 7am, and then it will be short walk to High Street where you'll find the start line. At 8:30am, the competitive wave will take off down hill to 24th street where it will take two right turns and take the field onto Ingersoll Avenue. After the long flat straight it will be a right turn up 28th street hill, this uphill will give you your next downhill down High street once again. Finally, it will be 2 right turns once again and a sprint to the line.
Competitive Wave Male and Female winner will get $600.
Next up, the recreational wave will take place at 8:38am and will follow the same route. Post-race you'll want to stick around and enjoy everything Ingersoll Avenue has to offer including some exciting bike races throughout the day!
This race is also a part of the Central Iowa Race League! https://runcirl.com/
Competitive Wave Male and Female winner will get $600.
Next up, the recreational wave will take place at 8:38am and will follow the same route. Post-race you'll want to stick around and enjoy everything Ingersoll Avenue has to offer including some exciting bike races throughout the day!
This race is also a part of the Central Iowa Race League! https://runcirl.com/
Espresso Mile p/b Chain & Spoke