DC / NOVA / MD - Cycling Teams
The Greater Washington area possesses some of the best cycling organizations and teams in all of the United States. Joining a team allows individuals to make new friends, explore new routes, improve their cycling skills and just have some good ol' fun! Anyone who has ever been on a group ride knows there is something special about riding with others. The "next step" from group riding, is actually joining a team. There are differing degrees and talent levels associated with any team; however, in the Greater Washington Area, there is a team out there that will work for any rider. We at DCpaceline have assembled a list of a few solid teams we are aware of in the area:
*Please know there are numerous other teams which we have specifically excluded from this list. The teams listed below are the most recognized teams in the Mid-Atlantic and Greater Washington area. Please refer below for more information on how to join.
*Please know there are numerous other teams which we have specifically excluded from this list. The teams listed below are the most recognized teams in the Mid-Atlantic and Greater Washington area. Please refer below for more information on how to join.
National Capital Velo Club (NCVC)
This is the largest amateur cycling club on the east coast. A member of NCVC can be found on almost any group ride in the Greater Washington area or the . Furthermore, the club has numerous group rides which roll out from DC, Maryland and Virginia. NCVC boasts all levels of riders from Cat 1 to Cat 5.
Team Website: www.ncvc.net
Membership: Interview & Group Ride
Sponsors: United Healthcare, Freshbikes, Clif, Cannondale, DeFeet, The Raw Talent Ranch, Panache,
Cary Brand Therapeutic Massage.
Team Website: www.ncvc.net
Membership: Interview & Group Ride
Sponsors: United Healthcare, Freshbikes, Clif, Cannondale, DeFeet, The Raw Talent Ranch, Panache,
Cary Brand Therapeutic Massage.
Squadra Coppi/Vapiano USA
Squadra Coppi is based out of Northern Virginia and is often known well for their Tuesday night group rides from Freshbikes, the Giro de Coppi and the Tacchino Ciclocross cross races. The team is a close knit group of individuals who love riding bikes, putting on awesome group rides and hosting two of the best races in the Mid-Atlantic region every year.
Team Website: www.squadracoppi.com
Membership: Join the team on a group ride & discuss interest with a current team member
Sponsors: Vapiano, Freshbikes, Java Shack, Core Wellness & Physical Therapy, bikeman.com.
Team Website: www.squadracoppi.com
Membership: Join the team on a group ride & discuss interest with a current team member
Sponsors: Vapiano, Freshbikes, Java Shack, Core Wellness & Physical Therapy, bikeman.com.
DC Velo
Watch out for their lead out train! It has been known to put even the most experienced of sprinters in the hurt locker! This is another one of the renowned teams in the Greater Washington region. Each year the team proudly hosts the Carl Dolan Memorial/Howard County Library Spring Classic and in past years was host to the Cap Crit. Additionally they are host the the infamous 7am & 10am rides
Team Website: www.dcvelo.com
Membership: Contact team leadership at [email protected] for more information.
Sponsors: Clean Currents Energy, Beyer Kia, Deloitte, CycleLife USA, Sonoma Wine Bar, Minshall Stewart Properties, Specialized, Zipp, Rudy Project
Team Website: www.dcvelo.com
Membership: Contact team leadership at [email protected] for more information.
Sponsors: Clean Currents Energy, Beyer Kia, Deloitte, CycleLife USA, Sonoma Wine Bar, Minshall Stewart Properties, Specialized, Zipp, Rudy Project
DC Triathlon Club
The most recognizable triathlon club in Washington, DC is DC Triathlon Club. This club has triathlon enthusiasts with all ages and ability levels. The club possesses a wealth of information to seasoned veterans of the sport as well as people who have never completed or competed in a tri before. Members can participate in organized and scheduled group swims, runs and rides.
Team Website: www.dctriclub.org
Membership: $50 - 1 year, $90 - 2 years, $130 - 3 years Members can join here.
Sponsors: Refer here for a full list of sponsors.
Team Website: www.dctriclub.org
Membership: $50 - 1 year, $90 - 2 years, $130 - 3 years Members can join here.
Sponsors: Refer here for a full list of sponsors.
Artemis
Another one of the most recognized teams in the DC region. Artemis is dedicated to promoting and supporting women in competitive cycling. They also are passionate about promoting the development of youth (ages 10-18) in cycling. If you ever see a purple jersey in the district, it's probably Artemis.
Team Website: www.artemisracing.org
Membership: Talk to a team member on any group ride or contact them by email here.
Sponsors: Big Bowl, Georgetown Bagelry, Wagtech Soung, Clif Bar, Rudy Project, Michelin
Team Website: www.artemisracing.org
Membership: Talk to a team member on any group ride or contact them by email here.
Sponsors: Big Bowl, Georgetown Bagelry, Wagtech Soung, Clif Bar, Rudy Project, Michelin
Route 1 Velo
Route 1 Velo is home to the famous Greenbelt Training Series which takes place over the summer months. This team is based out of Maryland and has been around for the better part of two decades. Another MABRA based team, the group can be found in almost any variety of race in the area.
Team Website: www.route1velo.com
Membership: Contact the membership, committee via their website, for more information.
Sponsors: Arrow Bicycle, Raw Talent Ranch, College Park Car Wash, College Park Bagel Place, Giant Bicycles
Team Website: www.route1velo.com
Membership: Contact the membership, committee via their website, for more information.
Sponsors: Arrow Bicycle, Raw Talent Ranch, College Park Car Wash, College Park Bagel Place, Giant Bicycles
Kelly Benefit Strategies / Lateral Stress Velo
Kelly Benefit Strategies / Lateral Stress Velo is one of the well recognized and largest teams in the Mid-Atlantic region. The team currently consists of 100+ riders across all categories and disciplines. While the team is officially based in Baltimore, they can be seen on almost any large group ride throughout the DC and Baltimore regions. It's near impossible to miss a team member sporting their jersey in any MABRA race... not to mention you should probably watch out for any attack launched in a race... Trust me ...they can roll.
Team Website: www.lateralstressvelo.com/
Membership: Open membership (anyone can join). You may join as a team or club member. See here for more detail.
Sponsors: See here for a full listing of their sponsors.
Team Website: www.lateralstressvelo.com/
Membership: Open membership (anyone can join). You may join as a team or club member. See here for more detail.
Sponsors: See here for a full listing of their sponsors.
District Velocity Racing
One of the newer, yet easily recognizable, teams to the Greater Washington / DC Metro Area is District Velocity racing. They can often be seen in large groups of riders during one of their training rides. The teams roots began during some cold winter training rides in 2008. Since then the team has garnered multiple podium and top tier finishes in nearly all of the MABRA races. More about the team can be found here.
Team Website: districtvelocity.org
Membership: See here for further detail regarding team membership.
Sponsors: Bicycle Pro Shop, Filter Coffehouse, Level 2 Development, The Farm, Honey Stinger, Raw Talent Ranch, Twisted Brazz Studio, Let Larry Do it, Inward Out Designs.
Team Website: districtvelocity.org
Membership: See here for further detail regarding team membership.
Sponsors: Bicycle Pro Shop, Filter Coffehouse, Level 2 Development, The Farm, Honey Stinger, Raw Talent Ranch, Twisted Brazz Studio, Let Larry Do it, Inward Out Designs.
Reston Bike Club
Reston Bike Club is an all volunteer non-profit club containing over 700 members. The group organizes multiple group rides and social events throughout the year. The group is primarily based in the NOVA region with most of their group rides occurring in and around the Reston, VA location. The club is primarily focused upon facilitating and growing the cycling community in the NOVA region.
Team Website: www.restonbicycleclub.wildapricot.org
Membership: $20 annual dues. More information can be found here.
Sponsors: n/a
Team Website: www.restonbicycleclub.wildapricot.org
Membership: $20 annual dues. More information can be found here.
Sponsors: n/a
Whole Wheel Velo Club
Whole Wheel Velo Club (WWVC) is one of the older cycling teams in the region. Founded in the 1970's, WWVC is dedicated to the development of bicycle racers in the Northern Virgina region. The team currently consists of roughly 40 members from all walks of life and varying cycling abilities. The team has numerous resources available to it's members which aides in their overall cycling development. Please refer here for more detail regarding membership benefits.
Team Website: wwvc.org
Membership: If you are interested in joining, please contact a current team member. Active particiaption in the team is desired.
Sponsors: See here for a full list of sponsors.
Team Website: wwvc.org
Membership: If you are interested in joining, please contact a current team member. Active particiaption in the team is desired.
Sponsors: See here for a full list of sponsors.
Evolution Cycling Club
This club boasts over 100 active members in the Mid-Atlantic and Northern Virginia regions. Evolution cycling primarily focuses on the development of cyclists ranging from category 3 through 5 however they have a wide range of talent and experience on their team. They also boast one of the strongest master's team in the NOVA region.
Team Website: evolutioncycling.org
Membership: For a full list of membership benefits refer here. Please contact team via website for further detail regarding membership
Sponsors: Refer here for a full list of sponsors.
Team Website: evolutioncycling.org
Membership: For a full list of membership benefits refer here. Please contact team via website for further detail regarding membership
Sponsors: Refer here for a full list of sponsors.
Bike Rack Multisport Team
Bike Rack Multisport believes individual athletes are motivated to perform better and have more fun as part of a committed, energized group. The team is a visible presence in Washington, DC, respected for their competitiveness, active member participation and engagement in the multisport community. Team members cover the spectrum from the novice beginner to multisport to the elite. The team not only trains and races together, they also have regular team gatherings for some quality "out of spandex" time.
Team Website: bikerackmultisport.com
Membership: $100/year which includes your team kit
Sponsors: The Bike Rack, Eye Central, Meridian Pint, Core Physical Therapy, Meridian Performance, BodySmith Gym, Georgetown
Running Co., Rudy Project
Team Website: bikerackmultisport.com
Membership: $100/year which includes your team kit
Sponsors: The Bike Rack, Eye Central, Meridian Pint, Core Physical Therapy, Meridian Performance, BodySmith Gym, Georgetown
Running Co., Rudy Project
Bike Rack Road Team
The Bike Rack Road Team is based in the Mid-Atlantic region. The team supports and promotes women in racing—new and experienced alike—who are passionate about riding and eager to join a competitive community. The team focus includes the opportunity to improve cycling skills, grow as a team, work and race hard and above all: have fun while doing so. The team welcomes all levels: from those who have never participated in a race before to those who are looking to upgrade.
Team Website: bikerackroad.com
Membership: $35/year
Sponsors: The Bike Rack
Team Website: bikerackroad.com
Membership: $35/year
Sponsors: The Bike Rack
Bike Doctor Racing Team
One of the most recognizable names around DC, especially if you find yourself in the MABRA cycling races. The team is comprised of many different ages, skill sets, and backgrounds but continues to be a team which has sent some of their top riders into the upper ranks. Riders on the team range from Category 3 to Category 1.
Team Website: teambikedoctor.org
Membership: Contact team here for more info
Sponsors: See website for a full list of sponsors
Team Website: teambikedoctor.org
Membership: Contact team here for more info
Sponsors: See website for a full list of sponsors
Veloworks - Spokes Etc. Race Team
The VeloWorks-Spokes, Etc. Race Team is back and better than ever for the 2013 season. After a great showing throughout 2011 in the local mountain bike and cyclocross races the team has expanded to officially include a road team for 2012 and 2013. With a team based roughly on the Highroad model we’ve gone out and stealthy assembled teams of undervalued riders who are ready to once again take the local scene by storm.
Team Website: veloworks-spokesetc.com/team
Membership: Contact team here for more info
Sponsors: See website for a full list of sponsors
Team Website: veloworks-spokesetc.com/team
Membership: Contact team here for more info
Sponsors: See website for a full list of sponsors