Rutgers Classic Race Weekend: March 1-2, 2008.
Rutgers is again hosting the ECCC season opener!
Registration for the race is here: http://www.bikereg.com/events/register.asp?eventid=5747
All race information can be found on the flyer: RU 2008 Cycling Classic Flyer
The 2008-2009 Rutgers Cycling Club
Welcome to the official site of the Rutgers University Cycling Club.
The Rutgers University Cycling Club is based at the Rutgers New Brunswick Campus. The Club holds informal rides, formal training rides, social events, charity fundraisers, and races in the Eastern Collegiate Cycling Conference (ECCC). The team is proud to host the annual Rutgers Cycling Classic, the first race in the ECCC calendar and one of the most-attended collegiate races in the country.
Joining The Team
Any Rutgers University student, faculty member or staff member may join the team. We do not hold tryouts, cut racers, or have a deadline for joining. We welcome people of all fitness levels and bike handling skills. Like most collegiate teams, we ask our members to pay yearly dues (currently $50 a year) and sign a liability waver. Proceeds from dues go towards race reimbursement, administrative fees, team events, and team equipment. The majority of riders receive reimbursements which far exceed the cost of dues. Active membership in the club gives riders access to:
- Access to team sponsorship deals
- Discounts on team clothing
- Race reimbursement
For further information, please see the FAQ below.
Rutgers Clinches 2nd ECCC Cyclocross Championship in RI
Mark Vareschi writes:
Collegiate cyclocross racers from around the Northeast descended upon the Verge NECCS double weekend in Rhode Island for the Eastern Collegiate Cycling Conference cyclocross series finale. With just one week to go before the US Cyclocross National Championships, collegiate teams sought to secure conference championships and valuable front row starting positions in the collegiate men ’s and women’s national championship races.
Division 1 cyclocross powerhouse Rutgers University came into the weekend with the conference title already clinched. Not satisfied with a victory for the team alone, riders from Rutgers swept overall standings in the C men’s category, took first and second in the B men’s overall standings, and third in the B women’s overall standings.
Congrats to the 2007 Division 1 ECCC Cyclocross Champions
2007-2008 Jerseys are Available
Verge has updated our clothing line for the new academic year, including the official Rutgers Cycling jersey. To inquire about purchasing Rutgers Cycling apparel, please email clothing@rutgerscycling.com.
FAQ
Where can I ask questions and learn about club activities?
The club does all of its correspondence through yahoo groups. Head to
http://sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/rutgerscycling/
to sign up. Once signed up, you can ask questions and receive emails about rides/activities.
We also have an alumni listserv. Whether you were involved with the team as a student or discovered cycling later in life, this group is for you.
http://sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/rutgerscyclingalum/
Do I need a fancy bike to ride with the club?
No! It is not necessary to have a special bike to ride with the team. If you are concerned about your bike's shape, feel free to email the list and ask for advice/help. The team has many knowledgeable people who can fix almost any problem.
Do I need a helmet to ride with the club?
Yes.
Do I have to pay dues to race with the club?
Yes.
Will the team help provide me with a bike to try?
There is no official program to provide this service, but a friendly email to the team's listserv usually turns up a bike someone is willing to loan.
Where can I get Rutgers cycling apparel?
We generally stock basic cycling garments (jerseys, shorts, jackets) in many sizes. Email clothing@rutgerscycling.com for availability and pricing.
Does the club do anything besides ride?
Yes, the club has regular meetings, performs community service, provides academic support, and sings karaoke together.
Is Rutgers fast? How big is the team?
Rutgers dominates the cyclocross circuit and has a growing team in road racing. The team currently has about 20 active riders and typically sends more than ten riders to a race.
How much does it cost to race?
The team reimburses race fees and travel costs for all its riders. The riders bear the cost of food and the bike.
I am new to NJ, where can I ride?
See our rides section to get an idea of possible places to take your bike.
Contact Us!
We are happy to answer questions and hear from prospective racers, riders, sponsors, fans, and alumni!
For general questions, please email our president: president@rutgerscycling.com
For sponsorship information: sponsorship@rutgerscycling.com
To inquire about Rutgers cycling apparel: clothing@rutgerscycling.com
For website issues: webmaster@rutgerscycling.com
Rutgers Cycling thanks the recreation department for its continued support.
