2025 ENDURANCE MOUNTAIN BIKE NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
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About Paracycling Track
Paracycling track delivers fast-paced, high-intensity competition on a velodrome, which can vary in its length and degree of banking. These events demand a combination of raw power, speed, endurance, strategy, and split-second decision-making. Each event brings a unique test of athleticism, where races can be won by fractions of a second or perfectly timed tactical moves. Competitors ride fixed-gear bikes, which have a single gear and no brakes, requiring exceptional control, focus, and skill. Track cycling was officially added to the Paralympic Games in Atlanta 1996, twelve years after the debut of road cycling.
Scratch Race
All riders start together in this individual race over a set distance. It’s the most straightforward event in track cycling where the first person to cross the finish line wins. The race typically ends in a fast and furious bunch sprint.
Elimination Race
Also known as the “miss and out,” this race eliminates the last rider to cross the line every other lap, until only one rider remains. Tactics and positioning are critical; riders aim to stay near the front of the pack, but not necessarily at the very front, to conserve energy in the slipstream while avoiding elimination.
Individual Pursuit
In this event, two riders start from opposite sides of the track and compete to complete the race distance in the fastest time. If one rider catches the other, they are declared the winner.
Sprint
Riders face off in a fast and furious head-to-head race. The competition begins with a qualifying round in which each rider aims to set their fastest time over a flying 200 meters. The four fastest riders advance to best-of-three semi-finals. The winners of the semi-finals race for gold and silver, while the defeated riders compete for the bronze medal.
Team Sprint
The team sprint is contested over three laps of the track by two teams of three riders. All three riders start together, with the lead rider pulling off after the first lap and the second rider doing the same after the second lap. The final rider completes the last lap alone, and their time determines the team’s result.
1-Kilometer Time Trial
In the time trial, each rider begins from a standing start and races against the clock to complete two laps of the track as quickly as possible.
Impairment Groups
There are two different impairment groups for track cycling: Tandem and Cycling. Each group includes a range of classifications, from 1 (most impaired) to 5 (least impaired), based on functional ability.
- Tandem (B1-3) - For athletes with a vision impairment. The pilot (sighted rider) will always be on the front, with the stoker (visually impaired rider) on the back.
- Cycling (C1-5): For athletes with impaired range of movement or coordination impairments that ride a standard two wheeled bicycle.
Classification
Athletes with amputations, cerebral palsy, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries/stroke or visual impairments are all eligible to compete in paracycling. In order to compete, you must first be classified.
Official classifications are usually conducted at international UCI/IPC sanctioned events. However, preliminary classifications can be performed at the National Championships or an appointment is made to meet with an IPC qualified physician. At these preliminary meetings, a full medical history is required for review. To learn more about classification, click here.
U.S. Velodromes
Check out your local velodrome to get started in their camps, clinics, races, and events.
| Velodrome | Location |
|---|---|
| Encino Velodrome | Encino, CA |
| Hellyer Park Velodrome | San Jose, CA |
| VELO Sports Center | Carson, CA |
| San Diego Velodrome | San Diego, CA |
| Olympic Training Center Velodrome | Colorado Springs, CO |
| Brian Picolo Park Velodrome | Cooper City, FL |
| Dick Lane Velodrome | East Point, GA |
| Ed Rudolph Velodrome | Northbrook, IL |
| Major Taylor Velodrome | Indianapolis, IN |
| Lexus Velodrome | Detroit, MI |
| International Velodrome at Bloomer Park | Rochester Hills, MI |
| Penrose Park Velodrome | St. Louis, MO |
| Northeast Velodrome & Cycling Park | Londonberry, NH |
| Kissena Velodrome | Queens, NY |
| Asheville Mellowdrome | Asheville, NC |
| Cleveland Velodrome | Cleveland, OH |
| Valley Preferred Cycling Center | Trexlertown, PA |
| Giordana Velodrome | Rock Hill, SC |
| Alkek Velodrome | Houston, TX |
| Jerry Baker Memorial Velodrome | Redmond, WA |
| Washington Park Velodrome | Kenosha, WI |
What is the National Team Designation?
USA Cycling is responsible for supporting and guiding athletes capable of winning Olympic & Paralympic medals, while also identifying, recruiting and developing future Games athletes. Our vision is to be amongst the very best in the world at talent identification, athlete development, management and preparation in all cycling disciplines. The National Team Designation is considered a critical means for achieving this vision. The support provided through the program seeks to offset some of the expenses associated with preparing for and participating in international sport. The program aims to support and assist athletes with the greatest potential to win medals at the Olympic & Paralympic Games and World Championships.
Do you have what it takes to be a part of the team? Click here to view the 2026 National Team Criteria | Support Levels | FAQ
MEET THE TEAM
Para-Cycling Track World Championships
October 16-19, 2025
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
For the most up-to-date information, please visit: UCI Para-Cycling Track World Championships
Jenny
Ryan
Associate Director of Paracycling
Background
Jenny brings over 12 years of experience in the Olympic and Paralympic Movement, including seven years at the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee, five of which were dedicated to the para-cycling program. Prior to her work at the USOPC, she supported grassroots development at USA Triathlon in the club, collegiate, and high school space. A former elite swimmer, Jenny was a 16-time NCAA All-American over her 17-year competitive career.
Sarah
Hammer-Kroening
Paracycling National Team Coach
Background
Sarah Hammer-Kroening, once celebrated as America’s most decorated track cyclist, is a four-time Olympic silver medalist and eight time World Champion. Following her retirement in 2017, she transitioned into coaching for the U.S. Paralympic Cycling team. She has since become a key leader within the paraycling program, contributing to the teams success at several Paralympic Games since.
Jim
Miller
Chief of Sport Performance
Background
A successful professional cyclist in his own right, Jim coached several cyclists on the side and eventually retired from racing in 1999 to focus solely on his flourishing coaching career. After developing several notable cyclists, he originally came to USA Cycling to run the women’s road program in 2002. After earning Coach of the Year distinctions from the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee in 2003 & 2004, Jim was promoted to director of endurance programs, overseeing the development of American junior, U23, and women endurance athletes in road and track cycling. After making significant strides toward the USA Cycling National Development Program’s goal of developing the next generation of American cyclists, he was named Vice President of Athletics in 2010. In 2017, Jim left USA Cycling to become the Vice President of Business Development for Training Peaks. Unable to resist the Olympic call, he returned to USA Cycling in 2020 as the Chief of Sport Performance. He has earned the International Olympic Committee’s highest honor for coaches, the Order of Ikkos, three times, all for coaching 3-time Olympic Champion Kristen Armstrong to victory.
