Almost anyone can race cyclo-cross. Cyclo-cross is a lot of fun and a great way to stay fit in the fall. If you've never tried a cyclo-cross race before this fall is a great time to try one out.
Any rider with a valid UCI rider licence is eligible to participate. Cyclo-cross has it's own UCI code that starts with a C. Ontario residents who do not possess a UCI licence must purchase an OCA Citizen Permit.
a) OCA Citizen Permit
This permit is available to any unlicensed adult rider for $40 (17+), for $35 to Junior riders (17-18) and $30 to Youth riders (under the age of 17) age as of December 31, 2008. It can be purchased through the OCA or at any cyclo-cross event in Ontario and is valid for all Ontario permitted races until December 31, 2008. This permit is only valid in Ontario. For more information on Citizen Permits please click here.
Note that One-Event Racing Permits will not be available at any Cyclo-cross race in Ontario unless specified.
b) American & foreign riders
In general, UCI licences are the minimum requirement for participation in the series. This is a requirement of the Canadian sanctioning and insurance system. American riders are eligible to purchase an OCA Citizen Permit. Riders with a United States Domestic licence (i.e. USCF or NORBA) are not permitted to participate and will be turned away at race registration unless One-Event Racing Permits are available.
American and foreign riders are not eligible for provincial championship medals and/or Cyclo-Cross Series points - see Provincial Championships below.
b) One-Event Racing Permits
One-Event Racing Permits will be sold at the organizer's discretion. Please contact the organizer in advance to determine if they are being sold. One-Event Racing Permits have a cost of $5. Riders can only purchase 3 One-Event Racing Permits throughout the season (season includes road, mountain bike, weekly series, etc.) before required to purchase an OCA membership.
The OCA has two of the best Cyclo-Cross series in the country: the Eastern Ontario Cyclo-Cross Series and the Southern Ontario Cyclo-Cross Series. Each is a series of races where points are awarded to the top riders at each event .
Series points count towards the OCA Club Challenge trophy.
Since Cyclo-Cross World Championships are in January 2009, categories are based on rider’s age as of December 31, 2009.
The Master category for Men starts at 35 for Cyclocross.
Only Ontario residents who hold a UCI licence or an OCA Citizen Permit are eligible for points.
Special Note about UCI races:
Concerning the Nov 8 & 9, 2008 races at Centennial Park. The Toronto International Cyclo-Cross has a UCI sanction for Elite Men and Women categories. Therefore, male and female Elite (Senior) and female U19 (Juniors) must have a UCI racing licence; a citizen’s permit is not enough. All other categories may race with a citizen’s permit.
The Provincial Cyclo-cross Championship race will be open to all riders who hold a UCI licence or an OCA Citizen Permit, however, only Ontario residents are eligible for medals. All riders are eligible for prizes.
1. Provincial Championships
Master and Cadet riders are permitted to use any MTB, road or cyclo-cross bicycle.
All categories except Master and Cadet categories shall adhere to the CCA rules regarding bicycle equipment regulations. Of particular mention are the following:
a) CCA rule 1.3.012 states: A bicycle shall not measure more than 185 cm in length and 50 cm in width overall.
b) CCA rule 1.3.018 states: For the cyclo-cross bicycle the width of the tire shall not exceed 35 mm and it may not incorporate any form of spike or stud.
Note that most MTB bicycles do not meet either of these criteria due to the handlebar width and the tire width. Please refer to the CCA rule book for the complete set of equipment rules.
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Junior, Espoir and Elite Men and Women must use a cyclo-cross bicycle.
2. National Championships
All categories are must adhere to the CCA rule book regulations on equipment.
3. All other cyclo-cross races in Ontario
All categories are permitted to use any MTB, road or cyclo-cross bicycle except the Aurora Cross. Due to its UCI sanction, Junior, Espoir and Senior Men and Women must use a cyclo-cross bicycle.
10:00am (40 minutes) - Master 3 Men, Beginner Men (19+), U17 M/F
11:30am (50 minutes) - Master 2 Men, Junior Men (Can be combined with M2 start), Master and Senior Women
1:00pm (60 minutes) - Master 1 Men, Senior Men
Categories are based on rider’s age as of December 31, 2009. Event Category Prizes may be combined (i.e. Jr, Sr and Master Women).
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Finishing Position in Category |
Series Points |
Finishing Position in Category |
Series Points |
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1th |
25 |
9th |
7 |
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2th |
20 |
10th |
6 |
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3th |
16 |
11th |
5 |
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4th |
13 |
12th |
4 |
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5th |
11 |
13th |
3 |
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6th |
10 |
14th |
2 |
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7th |
9 |
15th |
1 |
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8th |
8 |
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Provincial results will be used to break ties in Series Standings
There will be no feeding permitted therefore there will be no feed zones
The Jersey Rule will be in effect for Junior, Senior Men and Women.
ROAD UPGRADE POINTS SYSTEM IS USED FOR CYCLO-CROSS
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For more information on the Eastern Ontario Cyclo-Cross Series, download the 2007 Cyclo-Cross booklet (available in September)at the top of this page or visit www.cyclocross.org. One-Event Racing Permits will be available at all Eastern Ontario events.
- by contacting the OCA office
For more information about cyclo-cross please contact the OCA
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