Big Rick (Announcer) is Coming to Berkeley Streets Race Presented by Expert Tree Service!
Get ready, Berkeley—this is going to be a fun and exciting day!
We’re fired up to announce that Big Rick will be on the mic at the Berkeley Streets Race (BSR) on April 19, 2026 — bringing his legendary race commentary, energy, and nonstop hype to the streets of Berkeley.
And none of this would be possible without our Title Sponsor, Expert Tree Service, whose support is helping us elevate this event into something truly special for the entire community.
We’re also grateful for CycleBar Berkeley, whose energy and on-site activation help bring an added level of excitement and community engagement to race day.
PRESENTED by Expert Tree Service
A huge thank you to Expert Tree Service for backing the Berkeley Omnium weekend and investing in the local cycling community.
Their support allows us to:
Grow the event
Support junior development
Create a better race-day experience for riders and spectators
Please support the businesses that support cycling.
Big Rick = Next-Level Race Day Energy
If you’ve heard Big Rick before, you know…
This isn’t just announcing—it's storytelling, hype, and play-by-play that pulls everyone in.
From breakaways to final sprints, from juniors to P/1/2 — every moment gets amplified.
Your name gets called
Your move gets recognized
The crowd gets into it
This is your stage.
More Than a Race — A Full Day of Fun
We’re building a full community experience at the Berkeley Streets Race:
Kids Race + Kids Clinic
Bring the next generation out!
Fun, safe Kids Race
Kids Clinic hosted by Trek
🏅 Medals + 🍦 post-race ice cream
This is how we grow the future of cycling.
CycleBar Berkeley Activation
Our friends at CycleBar Berkeley will be onsite bringing the energy with:
Giveaways
Interactive activations
Community vibes
Stop by, say hi, and join the fun!
Fast, Technical Racing
High-speed criterium action
Tight corners, constant attacks
Nonstop excitement from start to finish
Whether you’re racing or watching — it’s action all day.
Racers — Don’t Miss This
The Berkeley Streets Race is part of the Berkeley Omnium (April 18–19)—the Berkeley Hills Road Race, a 70-year legacy event in NorCal cycling + the return of Berkeley Streets Race.
With Big Rick on the mic and the community out in full force…
The race feels bigger
The energy hits harder
The experience is unforgettable
Spectators — Come Hang Out
Even if you’re not racing, come out and enjoy:
Great racing
Live announcing
Food, vendors, and community
A fun day in Berkeley with friends and family
Event Details
Berkeley Streets Race (BSR)
April 19, 2026
Live Announcer: Big Rick
Title Sponsor: Expert Tree Service
With Big Rick on the mic and Expert Tree Service powering the day, this is one you don’t want to miss.
Register. Show up. Cheer loud. Be part of it.