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 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 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 the 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 Junior/Cat 4/5 races. Tire widths are not to exceed 33mm in any 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: ONLINE-REGISTRATION ONLINE SAVES MONEY $10
Day of Race fees:
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.