How do I start competing?

Atredes1983

Hi all. I'm a beginner who wants to try his hand at some racing but hasnt a clue where to start or who to contact. Can anyone help me? Any hints and advice would be welcome. Thanks.

Chip \'oyler

If you want to do some road racing, track racing etc then have a look here

http://www.britishcycling.org.uk

If you fancy time trialling, which is probably the easiest way into competitive cycling then check CTT

http://cyclingtimetrials.janet0102.co.u ... fault.aspx

You should get in touch with a cycling club local to you. They usually run midweek club events, where you can turn up, pay a couple of pounds, and ride.

Atredes1983

Thanks. I'll have a look round to see whats near me.

Monty Dog

There's also the League International:

www.theleagueinternational.com

or if you are over 40, the League of Veteran Racing Cyclists:

www.lvrc.org

Best advise is to join a local club and find out from local riders - it's very difficult to acquire the riding skills and fitness to be a competent racer within joining a club.

Bhima

Loads on info in this thread: http://www.bikeradar.com/forums/viewtop ... t=12614107

sheffsimon

Monty Dog wrote:

There's also the League International:

www.theleagueinternational.com

or if you are over 40, the League of Veteran Racing Cyclists:

www.lvrc.org

Best advise is to join a local club and find out from local riders - it's very difficult to acquire the riding skills and fitness to be a competent racer within joining a club.

Would definitely check out TLI races in your area - low cost way to have a try.

Atredes1983

thanks everyone you've been a big help, hope to see you all on the road soon!