Introducing the First Timer Program
Ready to dip your toes into the mud of cyclocross?
Introducing the Sacramento Cyclocross First Timer Program!
It’s the perfect way to try cyclocross – and your first race is on us.
We’ve created special First Timer Men/Women categories just for new racers. (But if you’re feeling adventurous and want to try a different category, register for the First Timer category, then just shoot us an email and we’ll help you switch.)
First-Timer categories race for 30 minutes alongside our beginner-level categories. No podium = no pressure, just good vibes and big smiles as you learn the ropes of ‘cross.
If you’re cyclocross-curious, this is your chance to experience cyclocross in a welcoming, organized, supportive, and fun environment. Come give it a try!
How to register:
- Click here.
- Register for one of our first-timer categories.
- Pay your refundable $20 RFID timing chip deposit (you’ll get it back when you return your chip after your race).
- Check your email for a confirmation.
- Come on out and have a good time – that’s it!
First-time racers receive one free race credit to use at a Sacramento Cyclocross race during the 2025 season. You can come out to any race; you do not need to tell us ahead of time which race you are coming to. If you love it (we hope you do!), email us to switch into one of our regular categories and then you’ll be able to buy more race credits.
Do I need a cyclocross bike to race?
Cyclocross bikes are uniquely designed for the sport; a good cyclocross bike can definitely help improve your lap times, and make racing and riding that much more enjoyable.
Having a cyclocross bike to race can be helpful, but it is not required to participate in the Sacramento Cyclocross series! Racing on a mountain bike is fine in most categories. E-bikes are not allowed.
I signed up…now what?
Want a little extra guidance before race day? Join us the night before select races at the venue for a relaxed meet-up where you’ll get helpful tips, course insights, and a chance to ask all your questions. We’ll send out a reminder with more information before each race.
Women new to racing—we’ve got something just for you! At select races, meet us near registration at 8:45 AM on race morning for a fun, supportive gathering. We’ll have your race packet ready, and you’ll get to meet other women, watch the men’s beginner race together, check out key parts of the course, and then head out for a confidence-building pre-ride as a group.