TATI JR.CX

• Announcing the TEAM Tati Juniors Cyclocross Program

  Team TATI would like to welcome all junior (ages 10-18) cyclists interested in cyclocross to apply for our new Juniors Program. We will be selecting 6-10 motivated young riders. Experience is not necessary. Riders will be taught the fundamentals of cyclocross training and racing and will be encouraged to participate in the Chicago Cyclocross Cup race series.

  • Contact juniors@taticycles.com for more information.
  • The program begins in mid-August and ends in early December.
  • Our first information meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, August 11th at 6pm. (TATI Cycles, 1013 E 53rd St. 60615)

    Program Benefits

    • Free technical support from our staff of professional mechanics.
    • Weekly coaching and mentoring from Team TATI riders and special guests.
    • Transportation and support at local races.

    Requirements

    • A bicycle
    • Weekly workouts in Jackson Park
    • USA Cycling License
    • Enter at least one Chicago Cyclocross Cup race
    • Parental/family participation (carpooling, workout proctoring, etc.)

    Do I need a cyclocross bicycle?

    Absolutely not! Any bicycles capable of running even slightly knobby tires will do, such as a mountain bike or hybrid. Our crack team of mechanics will help you to customize your existing bicycle for optimal cyclocross use. We also have a few loaner cyclocross bikes for practices and races. And if you would like to step up to a full blown cross bike, steep discounts are available to team members.

    Is cyclocross dangerous?

    As with any sport, there are the usual risks of scrapes and cuts when taking the occasional spill -- but compared with bicycle road racing, due to the lower speeds and nature of cyclocross racing -- there are fewer injuries and crashes. There's a significant amount of rolling around in the grass and sometimes in mud, though. Cyclocross is a safe and fun way to enter the world of bicycle racing.

    What does it cost?

    That's the best part. For our inaugural season, the program will be free of charge. Race fees are also waived thanks to the gracious CCC sponsors. You will only need to cover some nominal equipment and uniform fees.

    What's the best part?

    While I'd like to say that it will be learning the ins and outs of an exciting sport in the company of some wonderful and supportive folks -- I have a feeling that most of our juniors will be more excited by our team vuvuzelas than anything else.

    

  
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