The Place
Settlement of Muskegon began in earnest in 1837 when Muskegon Township was organized as a subdivision of Ottawa County. One of the earliest settlers, Henry Pennoyer, was elected as the first township supervisor in 1838. As a corporate entity, Muskegon County dates from 1859.
yeah, now you know that!
The Race
Come and check out the one of the best venues for the newest race on the Michigan Cycling Calendar. A vibrant downtown environment provides the backdrop for this counter clockwise course with a short kicker and fast finishing stretch.
Meet the Team
Races like these do not put themselves on. It takes the hard work of many people and here is just a few of the key members of the Port City Crit team.
Heather Goss
Mother of the Port City Crit
architect, amateur bike racer, and mother of two
Cathy Schroeder
PR Sponsorship Director
Community outreach and communications.
Julia Miller
Owner- City Hub Cyclery
Race and Volunteer Coordinator
Brian Bangma
Race Director-Ignite Your Event Owner
Race Timer and Race Logistics for the Port City Crit.
Michigan Women’s Cycling Coalition
Michigan Women’s Cycling Coalition 501(c)3 Non-Profit Mission is to develop, maintain and support a network of female cyclists and supporters of women's cycling. The MWCC will work to advance the interests of female cyclists through education and advocacy programs.- To provide instruction in the sport of cycling to women;
- To engage in the promotion and participation of the sport of women's cycling;
- To provide oppoortunities for women to engage in recreational and competetive cycling;
- To sponsor, host and/or participate in events and activities that promote the sport of women’s cycling.