74th World Championships Cyclo-Cross 2023 – Women’s U23 Cyclocross racing rewards bike-handling expertise far more than other branches of road racing. There are several cyclocross skills you’ll need to get the most out of races, and many of these are also handy on the road.
Practising getting on and off your bike, as well as running with it, will make your initiation to cyclocross racing less daunting.
Although you only do it once, getting out of the blocks quickly is one of the most important parts of the race. As you progress, you’ll learn how to scythe through corners by not touching the brakes and scale steep banks without getting off the bike.
The most advanced racers will also bunny hop to good effect to maintain speed and avoid punctures. Key cyclocross skills and how to practise them
Cyclocross starts
The frenetic pace of a CX start continues for much of the first lap. German Vidal/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images
A fast start in a cyclocross race helps avoid congestion at the first corners and can be pivotal to overall positioning.The term ‘holeshot’ describes the flat-out dash from the start line to the first bend. The fastest riders to get up to speed can break clear or make up ground if they’ve started near the back of the grid.You need to react swiftly to the start signal, clip in during the first pedal stroke and be in the correct gear to power away. The best cyclocross shoes are a massive help with […]
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