A great tradition of racing fun!

        
               Junior racers celebrate a great season                                     Scott Hill at the State Games

        While we have had great talent and success with riders like Bunki Bankaitis-Davis (Olympian & world champion) and National and North Carolina champions, the focus and intent has been to encourage local riders and provide them an avenue to better enjoy cycling. 

      The GVC cycles de ORO, Moses Cone Health Systems, First Citizens Bank team for 2008 continue the tradition of being open to all interested potential racers. We are not exclusive but instead is an inclusive group.

Vintage pics of cycles de ORO racers in the past, click for larger view

What does it take to be on this team?

There are no preset qualifications or level of athleticism, a cycling enthusiast only needs the desire to participate and be part of a team.

Steps to be part of the GVC team:

1. Join the Greensboro Velo Club.
    2008 GVC Racing members dues are $100. per year*, which includes a club short sleeve jersey and a pair of shorts (bib or regular.) Greensboro Velo Club application: CLICK HERE

(*Cat 3 (road) or Expert (mtb) or above, and who complete their first 3 events of the season, will receive a $100.00 store credit at cycles de ORO.)
(* Cat 4 or Sport and below, and complete their first 3 events, will receive a $50.00 Cycles de ORO store credit. )

2. Obtain a Racing License from the USCF (road) or NORBA (mtb)  Both are under USA Cycling, the official  amateur cycle racing body.

3. Complete the Riders agreement
 Each member, upon signing up, will receive a free "swag" assortment, including cap, socks, pocket tool, stickers, team tee shirt, decals and additional discounts on Specialized brand goodies.
Racer agreement, including participation guidelines, mission statement and teamwork goals: CLICK HERE

4. Start participating! Training rides, big club rides and compete in the races that are organized by Greensboro Velo club. Volunteer in local events. (see riders agreement for specifics)

Benefits:

In addition to being a part of a large and active bike club...

Road racer benefits program: CLICK HERE
Mountain Bike racer benefits program: CLICK HERE

In addition to the standard GVC discount on any purchases, Specialized brand race related cycling products are available to racing team members exclusively at extremely low prices.

Team members will receive discounted entry into GVC events

Local business sponsorships help fund the Greensboro Velo Club Racing Team. Sponsorship monies are awarded at season's end, based on the number of races entered and the completion of volunteer requirements within the club.

Questions? Ask dale@cyclesdeoro.com