Cyclocross Underway in Colorado Cycling Season

Racing Colorado
September 20, 2008 · Filed Under Cycling News 

Cyclocross season is upon us, and races are still being added to the RacingColorado.com cycling calendar.

If you’re not familiar with this exciting sport, it’s a super-fun way to continue your racing season into the Fall, and early winter, and part of what makes cycling in Colorado so fun.  This is an off-road criterium style race, complete with barriers and dismounts.  It’s a sport that truly embraces the unpredictable Colorado weather, and welcomes newbies.  You’ll generally need an ACA or USCA license, but you can always get a one-day license inexpensively.  If you don’t have a ‘cross bike, not to worry.  You can ride your mountain bike if you like - that’s not too unusual, especially in the lower divisions.   It’s also a fantastic spectator sport, so go check out a race to see what the excitement’s all about.  I found this video of last year’s State Champs Pro Division on the website of On The Cross, who is hosting this years Junior Championships.

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