Pro Cycling and Amateur Cycling Races

 Pro Cycling and Amateur Cycling Races in Arlington, Virginia

We plan to open registration in March. We will be sending out our Pro/Am Team Invitations in February, and will post our selection process ahead of that time. We plan to include clear qualifications to ensure we maintain a high level of quality and competition in our fields.

Men’s Pro/1 Invitation criteria will include: Registered UCI teams, Teams with defending champions, teams with National Champions (in related road disciplines) and teams with event sponsor co-branding.

Saturday, May 31, Washington, DC

The day will begin at 7:00 am with the Armed Forces Cycling Classic Challenge Ride, which offers a closed course open to cycling enthusiasts of all abilities, from casual amateurs to serious racers. All riders must be off the course by 10 am.

After the Challenge Ride, we will be hosting professional and amateur races. The schedule and race course will be announced in the coming weeks.

Sunday, June 1st, Clarendon

The Armed Forces Cycling Classic’s Clarendon Cup is now in its 27th year, the Washington DC region’s premier Pro/Am race since 1998. The iconic course will once again challenge the athletes through the 5 turns.

The Clarendon Cup is known as one of the most difficult races of it’s kind in the U.S. due to the technical demands of the course and the quality of the participants.

Rider Number Pick-up:

We STRONGLY ADVISE you to come early on race day to pick up your race number, to allow you to focus your energy on prerace prep day of, and understand that there will be public health measures to take into account. Packets may be picked up, and walk-up registration is available at the following locations and times:

SATURDAY, May 31: Washington, DC

  • 8:00 am-11:30 am

  • PLEASE NOTE: USA Cycling Waivers need to be signed by all riders prior to receiving packets - No EXCEPTIONS!!

SUNDAY, June 1: CLARENDON

  • Prize/Preme Tent - Across from the Start/Finish line, next to the Clarendon Metro Elevator

  • 3100 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA

  • 6:30 am-11:30 am

  • NOTE: Vehicle access is limited. We recommend taking the metro or riding your bike.

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