A few races
Races are competitive events of various sorts. Multi-sport and BMX events are not listed in this Calendar. Sanctioned races are governed by the rules of a sanctioning body such as USA Cycling (on- and off-road), American Bicycle Racing (ABR), or North American Cycle Sport (NACS). Those who wish to compete in sanctioned races must have racing licenses issued by the appropriate governing body; race-day licensing may be available. Citizen races are usually open to all comers (within age restrictions) and are a good way to give racing a try. Spectators are welcome. See online references to types of races such as criteriums, road races, and mountain bike racing. Here are a few of the bicycle racing events taking place this year….
Last Updated: 3/3/2022
April
Tuesday, 4/12. BLUE STREAK TIME TRIAL. Dayton. Conducted within Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, the unusual setting allows for only right turns of 90 degrees, roads in great condition, and not a single foot of elevation gain, a course built for personal records! USAFmarathon.com/blue-streak-time-trial
Saturday, 4/30. BLACK FORK GRAVEL GRINDER. Glenmont. 54-mile event in Ohio Gravel Race Series. OhioGravelGrinders.com/ohio-gravel-race-series
May
Tuesday, 5/10. BLUE STREAK TIME TRIAL. Dayton. Conducted within Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, the unusual setting allows for only right turns of 90 degrees, roads in great condition, and not a single foot of elevation gain, a course built for personal records! USAFmarathon.com/blue-streak-time-trial
Saturday, 5/14. BAITIN’ THE SHARK. St. Louisville. 50-mile race in Ohio Gravel Race Series. OhioGravelGrinders.com/ohio-gravel-race-series
June
Saturday, 6/4. THE ATHENS GRAVEL CHALLENGE. The Plains. Hosted by Team Athens Cycling. OhioGravelGrinders.com/ohio-gravel-race-series
Tuesday, 6/14. BLUE STREAK TIME TRIAL. Dayton. Conducted within Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, the unusual setting allows for only right turns of 90 degrees, roads in great condition, and not a single foot of elevation gain, a course built for personal records! USAFmarathon.com/blue-streak-time-trial
Saturday, 6/18. 12th FUNK BOTTOMS GRAVEL 100K/200K. Glenmont. “Ohio’s Toughest Gravel Grinder”. Entry Deadline: June 10. OhioGravelGrinders.com/ohio-gravel-race-series
July
Tuesday, 7/12. BLUE STREAK TIME TRIAL. Dayton. Conducted within Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, the unusual setting allows for only right turns of 90 degrees, roads in great condition, and not a single foot of elevation gain, a course built for personal records! USAFmarathon.com/blue-streak-time-trial
August
Tuesday, 8/9. BLUE STREAK TIME TRIAL. Dayton. Conducted within Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, the unusual setting allows for only right turns of 90 degrees, roads in great condition, and not a single foot of elevation gain, a course built for personal records! USAFmarathon.com/blue-streak-time-trial
September
Saturday, 9/10. MAGNOLIA GRAVEL GALORE. Magnolia. 55-mile event in Ohio Gravel Race Series. OhioGravelGrinders.com/ohio-gravel-race-series
Tuesday, 9/13. BLUE STREAK TIME TRIAL. Dayton. Conducted within Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, the unusual setting allows for only right turns of 90 degrees, roads in great condition, and not a single foot of elevation gain, a course built for personal records! USAFmarathon.com/blue-streak-time-trial
Saturday, 9/24. GPS 100. Chillicothe. 64-mile, multi-surface route in Ohio Gravel Race Series. OhioGravelGrinders.com/ohio-gravel-race-series
October
Saturday, 10/8. ROJR: RIDE ON JEREMY’S RIDE. Wooster. Race routes of 60/100 miles in Ohio Gravel Race Series. OhioGravelGrinders.com/ohio-gravel-race-series
Saturday, 10/15. BLUE STREAK TIME TRIAL – SERIES FINAL. Dayton. Conducted within Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, the unusual setting allows for only right turns of 90 degrees, roads in great condition, and not a single foot of elevation gain, a course built for personal records! USAFmarathon.com/blue-streak-time-trial