1. Series: The North Carolina Cyclo-Cross Series will consist of 13 races. The UCI-NCGP Elite Men and Elite Women races will NOT award series points but points will be awarded for participation in the race.

2a. Amateur/Masters/Junior Overall Eligibility: A total of 10 races will be counted toward the NC Cyclo-Cross Series (3 races may be missed or lowest scores dropped). In the event of a tie, the rider placing highest in the Series Final will be deemed the winner. If a tie still exists the winner will be determined according to USCF rules. Riders must compete in 7 NC Cyclo-Cross Series races to be eligible for the overall awards.

2b. Elite Overall Eligibility: A total of 10 races will be counted toward the NC Cyclo-Cross Series (3 races may be missed or lowest scores dropped). Riders must compete in 7 NC Cyclo-Cross Series races to be eligible for the overall awards. The UCI-NCGP Elite Men and Elite Women's races will award participation points towards overall standings (185 pts for racing UCI Elite and 135 pts for racing  CX2/3).

3. Equipment: Flat handlebars may only be used in Open/Junior/Cat 4/5 races. There are no tire width restrictions for the Open/Gravel CX/MTB CX race/Junior races and any CX4/5 races. The tire width maximum is 38mm in any other category. Cat 3 and above must race bikes with drop handlebars. Elite categories must adhere to UCI equipment guidelines for all races. 

The series will adhere to the category assigned on your USA Cycling license. Please see their site for details on how the categories are assigned and how to upgrade: www.usacycling.org or check Rider Information

4. Racers may ride any type of bicycle that complies with USCF rules. (cyclo-cross, mountain bike, road bike, etc.) NO Bar-Ends are allowed on mountain bikes (remove them before you race).

5. Race entries/fees:  EARLY ONLINE-REGISTRATION ONLINE SAVES MONEY $10
Day of Race fees:

• Online Registration only www.bikereg.com 
• Race number: $5.00 one time fee for the race number the first time you participate, the same number will be used at all races. 1 race number will be issued along with timing chips must be used. Lost number/replacement fee is $5.00

Additional races: If a racer is eligible to race in more than one race and wishes to do so, the entry for the second race is $15.00. The entry for the first race is the amount of the more expensive race if applicable. There is a one time $5 race number fee. Race #'s are specific to race categories.

6. Race Start times: Race Information   UCI - NCGP races

7. Race prizes: see Race Flyers

8. The North Carolina Cyclo-Cross Series and NCGP organizer Tim Hopkin reserves the right to change, add and/or amend these rules and cancel races.