We have explored the idea of sanctioning our Sacramento Cyclocross series through USA Cycling since we took over the series in 2014, and in 2016 we even persuaded USA Cycling to allow us to sanction our A and B races! Unfortunately, the structure USAC mandates for sanctioned races does not fit with the whole Sacramento Cyclocross series, as we outlined in our 2017 Open Letter to Cyclocross racers.
But we’ve been listening to what a select group of West Coast cyclocross racers want: USA Cycling points. And to better serve our points-seeking racers, we’ve designed a series just for them. Here’s how and why we’ve set up this series the way we have.
| The USAC Rulebook | Our Solution | |
|---|---|---|
| Best 5 Races |
The USAC Rulebook: Your ranking is the “average [of] your top five rankings from events within the last twelve months.” (Please see FAQ #13) |
Our Solution: So we present to you those five races! |
| Race Quality |
The USAC Rulebook: The first part of the points calculation is the Race Quality which takes “the five best ranked riders from the top 10 finishers, average their rankings and multiply that by 90 percent to create the quality of the race.” (Please see FAQ #2) |
Our Solution: So we are offering free racing to anyone with a points ranking of 300 or better to try and seed the field. If you are (or know!) someone who qualifies and would like to receive an incentive to participate, please email Clint Claassen. |
| Total Finishers |
The USAC Rulebook: The next part of the calculation has to do with how many finishers there are.In short, age groups or license categories don’t factor in at all. (Please see FAQ #8) |
Our Solution: So we are running fields of 150 racers. How else can Masters racers benefit from racing with the top-ranked racers on the West Coast? Plus, have you ever raced in a huge field like this? So. Much. Fun. |
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