FAQ
Category
I’ve never raced before, which category is right for me?
I don’t have a USAC Annual License. Which races can I do?
I'd like to register early, but what happens if I upgrade categories between when I register and the event?
Registration
I’m a Junior racing in a Senior Category. Can I race for the Junior price?
Can I FAX or e-mail in a registration?
Is there a registration deadline to be able to pick up my race materials from Millcreek Bicycles on Thursday?
Can I register for the race at packet pickup on Thursday or Friday?
Can I pick up a friend or teammate's race materials at one of the Packet Pickups?
USACYCLING Registraion FAQ
Race Info
When do I need to check in by on race morning?
When will TT start times be posted?
Do you have to finish each stage to start the next?
Q - I've never raced before, which category is right for me?
A – Young riders (18 and under, boys and girls) should definitely race Juniors. Field sizes are smaller (generally <15 riders) and it’s more geared towards development than competitiveness (yet it’s still a race!).
For riders 35 or older, there's a Masters B category geared towards the beginner to novice riders that want to try out racing against racers of similar age.
For everyone else, Category 5 is where you start out if you’re new to racing.
Women new to the sport get to race Women Cat 4. (I say ‘get to’ because they seem to have the most fun!)
Q – I don’t have a USAC Annual License. Which races can I do?
A – If you don’t hold an Annual License, you must purchase a 1-day license (good for both Sat and Sun) for $10. 1-day licensees may only race Cat 5 Men, Cat 4 or Masters Women, Masters B, or Juniors.
Q – I'd like to register early, but what happens if I upgrade categories between when I register and April 9th?
A – No problem. Just let us know your category has changed ASAP and we'll adjust your entry appropriately - free of charge. (You will need to supply supporting documentation from an upgrade or regional coordinator if it hasn't been updated with USAC. We will verify any change requests against the USAC rider database.)
Q – I’m a Junior racing in a Senior Category. Can I race for the Junior price?
A – In an effort for encourage Juniors to race and to increase the size of the Junior field, the $30 Junior entry applies only to rider racing in the Junior category.
Q – Can I FAX or e-mail in a registration?
A – No. Registration is exclusively through USACYCLING.org.
Q – Is there a registration deadline to be able to pick up my race materials from Millcreek Bicycles on Thursday?
A – Yes. You MUST be registered by 6 pm on Wednesday April 11th , allowing us time to process your entry and prepare your race materials. If you register after that time, your packet will not be available at Millcreek Bicycles.
Q – Can I register for the race at packet pickup on Thursday or Friday?
A – No. Registration is exclusively through USACYCLING.org.
Q – Can I pick up a friend or teammate's race materials at one of the Packet Pickups?
A – Yes. Your friend/teammate must electronically sign the Release Form when registering AND they much contact us (email to info@tourofthedepot.com) and let us know who will be picking up their race materials for them.
Q – When do I need to check in by on race morning?
A – If you cannot pick up your race material before race day, it is recommended to check at least 60 min before your TT Start Time.
If you do get your race materials before race day, you only need to worry about getting yourself ready and not missing your TT Start.
Q – When will TT start times be posted?
A – Time Trial start times will be posted on the website on Friday April 13th.
Q – Do you have to finish each stage to start the next?
A – Yes - per Stage Race rules, each stage must be completed to start the next. Racers that start a stage, but are unable to finish due to an unforseen mishaps may be allowed to start the following stage with a race official's approval. See the Race Bible for additional details.