Whether you’re new to cyclocross, seeking improvement, or a seasoned expert that just can’t get enough ‘cross…Join us for an informational tour* to help break down the barriers of cyclocross and give you the knowledge to confidently clip in to this hybrid discipline. All sessions are free to attend, with the exception of the Sacramento Cyclocross Skills Clinics.
If you’re looking for information on our annual Cyclocross Skills Clinics, skip ahead to the “Lab Day: Sacramento Cyclocross Skills Clinics” heading.
Tuesday, August 22, 2023
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Bike Dog Broadway (915 Broadway STE 200, Sacramento, CA 95818)
Cost: Free!
Introduction to cyclocross covering courses, lingo, format, etc. Featuring Q&A with Sacramento Cyclocross Race Director Clint Claassen and other seasoned racers, plus an opportunity to meet some of the behind-the-scenes SacCX crew.
Tuesday, September 5, 2023
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Mike’s Bikes Folsom (705 Gold Lake Dr #320, Folsom, CA 95630)
Cost: Free!
How to prepare enough to have fun! Coach Julie Young, cycling performance trainer and founder of Julie Young Training, talks nutrition, basic skills, and training tips.
Tuesday, September 19, 2023
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Kinetic Cycles (535 La Sierra Dr, Sacramento, CA 95864)
Cost: Free!
What gear do you need to get around the course all season long? Get tips from the gear experts at Kinetic Cycles.
Saturday, September 9, 2023
9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Lakeside Church (745 Oak Ave Pkwy, Folsom, CA 95630)
Adults $50 / Juniors $40
Hone your cyclocross skills with a pre-season skills clinic from SacCX Race Director Clint Claassen and special guest coaches! Topics will include on-the-bike CX skills and drills (dismounts, remounts, etc.), bike handling in a variety of conditions (grass, mud, sand & gravel), equipment selection and set up, dealing with weather, and tips to avoid common mistakes. We will set up obstacles for skills practice and a small practice course!
What to bring:
Because participation in this clinic is limited to 40 people, NO REFUNDS will be offered if you cannot attend the clinic for any reason. If the clinic is cancelled due to weather or air quality, a full refund will be offered. Click here to read our full refund policy.
Transfers: If you cannot attend the clinic, you may transfer your clinic entry to another person of your choice for a $15 fee. You are responsible for finding someone to transfer to unless there is a waitlist. Transfers must be requested via email to community@clippedinforlife.org by Thursday, September 7, 2023 at 5:00 PM.
Clinic registrations are NOT race credits and are not transferrable to Sacramento Cyclocross or the West Coast Cyclocross Points Prestige.
Best 6 of 8 exams, graded on a curve by category. Race Schedule
*These courses do not qualify towards any formal degree or provide transfer credits to higher institutions of learning. These courses do qualify you for maximizing your stoke and fun factor on the bike. CX is the way.
Clipped In for Life and SacCX host the 2023 NCNCA CX District Championship in Rocklin on November 5.
Here’s your official 2023 SacCX race schedule, complete with venues.
Instructions for returning your RFID chip by March 1, 2024 for a full refund.
Here’s your official 2022 SacCX race schedule, complete with venues.
8-week MTB ride club for Junior High
Support Clipped In for Life for the Sacramento region’s annual giving day
Spring Thursday night MTB race series for 5th grade & under
Kickoff event for Folsom Bike Month
