USA Cycling has announced the 2024 Cross-Country Mountain Bike National Series, a successor to the Professional Cross-Country Tour (Pro XCT). The upcoming series retains the successful format of the previous year while introducing a new opportunity for junior cyclists.
New Opportunity for Junior Cyclists
In a strategic move to foster junior talent, the 2024 series now offers juniors the opportunity to qualify for the 2024 Cross-Country Mountain Bike National Championships automatically.
“This year’s Cross-Country Mountain Bike National Series will host some of the best races in the country. The challenging courses and stunning landscapes across the eight stops promise an unforgettable experience for cyclists and fans alike.” said Kyle Knott, USA Cycling’s Director of National Events.
Diverse Racing Opportunities for All Riders
Many of the stops in the series will feature Elite, UCI, and Amateur level racing, offering the opportunity for riders of all ages and skill levels a chance to compete. After each event, individual rankings will be updated for each UCI category, and series standings can be found on the USA Cycling website.
2024 Cross-Country Mountain Bike National Series:
- March 23: Orange Seal Pro Cup p/b Vailocity + UCI XCO Junior Series – Temecula, Calif.
- March 24: Tennessee National – Oliver Springs, Tenn.
- April 3-7: US Pro Cup p/b Ozark Foundation + UCI XCO Junior Series – Fayetteville, Ark.
- April 12-14: 32nd Piney Hills Classic + UCI XCO Junior Series – Ruston, La.
- May 8-12: American Continental Championships – Midway, Utah
- May 17-18: Englewood Open + UCI XCO Junior Series – Fall River, Wisc.
- May 31 – June 1: Showdown at Angler’s Ridge – Danville, Va.
- June 8: Missoula XC – Missoula, Mont.
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