Frequently Asked Questions:

  • How do I join?

    • Get in contact with us through email or social media, we’ll make sure to get you up to speed with information about upcoming meetings and group rides.

    • What kind of riding do you do?

    Our two primary disciplines are road and mountain biking, but we have enthusiasts for all different styles of riding. We participate in road races, criteriums, time trials, cross-country, enduro, dual slalom, downhill, cyclocross, gravel, backpacking/touring, and a multitude of other niches. If it’s on a bike, we approve!

    • Do we compete in races?

    Yes! The cycling club participates in the Eastern Collegiate Cycling Conference (ECCC), Mid-Atlantic Super Series (MASS), Seasons of Rothrock, UnPAved, USA Cycling Collegiate Nationals, and many more.

    • How much cycling experience do I need? Do I need to try out?

    Club Cycling is an all-inclusive organization, and we welcome all skill levels. Whether you’ve been on a bike for 15 minutes or 15 years, we have a spot for you in the club. Our riders range from casual rails-to-trails enthusiasts to category 1 racers on their way to the pro peloton. Some people ride 10 miles a week; others ride 250. We don’t judge.

    • Do I need a bike to join the club? Where can I get one?

    If you want to ride with us, you will need a bike, but we’re not snobs about what you have. College is a black hole for finances, and it’s hard to have a bike for everything. Only have an old 26-inch mountain bike? A Schwinn from the 80’s? So do several of our members. It’s not about what you have; it’s what you do with it. Alternatively, if you’re on the lookout for a new ride, check out The Bicycle Shop on West College Avenue or The Bike Roost in Boalsburg, PA.  Both shops are supporters of the club and are happy to help with finding your next bike.

    • What do I need other than a bike?

    A helmet and lights are essential investments to make, but the rest is up to personal preference. Comfortable, temperature-appropriate, moisture-wicking clothes are always good for long miles in the saddle, and a good pair of padded shorts, also known as a chamois, will keep the road buzz at bay. If you are keen on push yourself on some of the downhill trails in Rothrock, knee pads are a must. We design and sell uniforms (jerseys and shorts) once or twice a year.