What is USA Cycling?
USA Cycling is the national governing body of bicycle racing in the United States — based in Colorado Springs, the UCI's American member federation, governing road, track, mountain bike, BMX, cyclocross and gravel.[1]
What does USA Cycling govern?
Racing licences and event sanctioning nationwide; the national championships in every discipline and age group; and Team USA selection for the World Championships, Olympics and Pan American Games — with its BMX and mountain bike programs the nation's most decorated.[1] [2]
Why does USA Cycling matter?
Every American racing licence, national title and Team USA jersey runs through the federation — the credential chain of U.S. cycling from local criteriums to the Games.[1] [2]
References
- USA Cycling — official site. Accessed August 2026.
- USA Cycling — national teams. Accessed August 2026.