Your cycling journey can begin anywhere you want. No matter the discipline, the steps below are a brief guide to getting involved in the sport of cycling.
Buy a membership
In order to race in a USA Cycling sanctioned event, you'll need a RACE or RACE+ membership. Think of it like a VIP membership card that gets you into some of the best bike races in the United States!
Now that you've decided to give racing a try it's important to get in touch with your local cycling community to find out about all the best routes, races, and training rides in your area.
You have your race membership, now it's time to find a race near you! With our event finder tool, you'll have endless access to the best races in the country.