So you want to give cyclo-cross a go? Brilliant! First things first; you’ll need to find an event. Cyclo-cross races are usually run via local leagues, and the South West League with its roots starting back on 2002 covers the three counties\u2019 of Somerset, Devon and Cornwall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Most races happen on a Sunday, and are short, so you’ll have time to get up, warm up, race and get home and showered with plenty of time left for your regular weekend activities. The British Cycling website will list all upcoming UK events including all South West League events:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cyclo-cross races are also known for their fun and inclusive atmosphere, and many people bring their whole families along. Even better, races also have events for different age categories, so you can encourage the kids to get riding too. You don’t need to go out and buy a ‘cross bike immediately, and most people will start out on a mountain bike. You may want to invest in one after a while, and they’re such versatile bikes anyway that we also reckon they’re ideal for commuting and general riding too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cyclo-cross is a great discipline for fitness and health, and it’s also one that fits in well around a busy work and life schedule. If you can squeeze in even just 45 minutes of training five times a week, you’ll see the benefit in your ‘cross racing, and also be ahead of the fitness curve when the spring comes round and it\u2019s time for the road racing season to start!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"