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zphogan
02-11-2007, 07:31 AM
Can someone explain what Category 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 mean? What are the parameters that slot riders into each category? Thanks!

TurboTurtle
02-11-2007, 10:24 AM
Can someone explain what Category 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 mean? What are the parameters that slot riders into each category? Thanks!
Quick answer - for the USCF: All riders start as Cat5. With 10 'mass start' races you can request a move up to Cat4. From there on, you need a certain number of points to request an upgrade. Points come from your placing in races with certain numbers of riders. Cat1 is the top - unless you get a contract and become Pro.

For the long answer: http://www.usacycling.org/forms/RdTrkCx_rulebook.pdf

TF