October 19/04 8:50 am - 2005 USCF National Racing Calendar

Posted by Editoress on 10/19/04
 

2005 USCF National Racing Calendar
Courtesy USA Cycling

With 2004 in the books, USA Cycling is excited to announce the 2005 USCF National Racing Calendar (NRC). Going into its ninth season, the NRC has been condensed into 38 races as opposed to the 56 events in the 2004 edition. The smaller calendar supports USA Cycling's mission to represent a collection of the most prestigious races across the nation.

"The primary purpose of the National Racing Calendar is to provide the top American teams and riders a calendar of high-quality races where they can showcase their talents and distinguish themselves against each other," explains National Events Director Matt Murphy. "The points they earn are tallied and the top individual man and woman, along with the top men's and women's teams are crowned the champions at the conclusion of the season."

"In response to feedback from professional teams, sponsors, and riders, USAC raised the standards for the 2005 Calendar such that only the top races in the country remain. We feel this Calendar will provide races with a quality depth of field week in and week out, producing worthy NRC Champions after the long season of racing nationwide," Murphy went on to say.

Racing will commence on March 5 in Merced, Calif. with the McLane Pacific Downtown Grand Prix. Nineteen states will see NRC action this year before the season concludes in Greenville, S.C. with the Tour de Cliffs. The 2005 NRC features 115 days of racing for men and 93 days for women.