Info for First-Time Racers

We've received a lot of questions from first-time cyclocross racers, so we'd like to provide some information for those interested in making HPCX their first race.

Registration
You can register online at Bikereg. Bikereg makes registration easy and saves you time on race day. Pre-registering also saves you money as there is a $10 late fee for day of registration

Register for HPCX at Bikereg

Categories
Generally, those new to the sport should start out in either the Category 4 Men's race (if male) or the Category 3/4 Women's race (if female). Racers under 19 may race in the Supafan.com U19 categories.

Racing Licenses
In order to race, you must have either a USCF or NORBA license. If you do not have an annual license, one day licenses will be available for purchase on race day. The cost is $10.

Equipment
Any off-road worthy bike is suitable for cyclocross. A mountain bike is fine, but you must remove your bar ends. Both geared and single speed bicycles work well for cyclocross.

More Info
Cyclingnews.com has a very fine Cyclocross FAQ

Cycle-Smart also has a wonderful series of articles on the ins and outs of cyclocross

As always, if there are more questions, just shoot us an e-mail!

Registration is Open!

Registration for the 2009 edition of HPCX is now open on Bikereg!

Register here

HPCX 2009 Edition

HPCX is once again happening in Jamesburg, NJ on Sunday, November 1 2009.

HPCX is a UCI C2 Cyclocross race, part of the Verge MAC series and ECCC Collegiate series.

HPCX is brought to you by The Highland Park Hermes and Rutgers University Cycling

Check back frequently for updates and information.

Registration

Registration will open at 7:15 AM on race day.

Day of registration and one day licenses will be available on race day.

2009 HPCX T-shirts

For its 10th Anniversary and Jonny and Mandy's special day, the Highland Park crew are rolling out an extra special, limited edition long sleeve t-shirt.

We won't spoil the surprise, but I can guarantee that you'll want one.

Hotels

Host hotel information forthcoming - stay tuned

Location

For 2009, HPCX is once again at Thompson Park in Jamesburg, NJ.

Thompson Park offers a challenging course and a beautiful venue just minutes off the NJ Turnpike.

For more info visit:

Middlesex Parks and Recreation