This year I want to take my riding to a new level and race. The thing is that I am totally oblivious to the racing world. I want to do either track or road racing. Any help here?
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Find a shop with a cycling club. Usually buy a jersey, get discounts, and get dropped on the rides... You'll get fast and learn from guys who know. Good luck.
Left by chrisnbldr on May 02, 2008
cool thanks for the info. I enjoy riding solo around town, but I think its time I kick it up a step
Left by BikeyMikey on May 01, 2008
for track: google the northbrook velodrome, and you should get plenty of info on it. i think they make you do 3(?) of the clinics before you can race on tuesday evenings. for road: best thing to do would be to find a group to ride with? some people prefer to train alone, but there's nothing that makes you ride faster than riding with other people. you can also go to the website usa cycling and look for races in the area. crits and road races i think have already started up. the usa cycling site would also have the most info on rules, etiquette, etc.
Left by wch759 on May 01, 2008
Andy (wch759) can help you out. He's a Chicago racing legend.
Left by Adam on April 29, 2008