USA Cycling COVID-19 Update as of April 9th, 2020

[Charlie Bailey]

As expected, USAC has extended their suspension of permits for another month, effectively cancelling all USAC events through the end of May. While they're not the only source of guidance that we're watching, they're an important one. As such, we will be canceling all club sponsored outdoor group rides through the end of May. Virtual rides will continue.

USAC announcement below.

Charlie Bailey

President, NCC

413.218.8187

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With the continuing national emergency, USA Cycling will extend its suspension of all issued permits for sanctioned events – including USA Cycling races, rides, camps, and clinics – through May 31, 2020.

USA Cycling is currently working with our stakeholders, event organizers, and medical experts to develop guidelines and best practices to assist in keeping participants, event staff, volunteers, and the communities where we hold our events as safe as possible once riding and racing resumes.

We continue to call on all event directors, clubs, coaches, athletes, and members to follow the guidelines and regulations issued by national, state, and local authorities on social distancing and prohibited activities. This includes forgoing gatherings such as group rides and any other group or team activities where people assemble.


Sincerely,

Rob DeMartini
President and CEO
USA Cycling