Registration for Collegiate Mountain Bike Nationals now open

With the collegiate cycling season underway, registration for the 2010 USA Cycling Collegiate Mountain Bike National Championships — October 14-17 at the Northstar at Tahoe Resort in Truckee, California — is now open.

In an effort to streamline your registration process, we've created the USA Cycling online registration system. To sign up for nationals, simply visit your My USA Cycling page or go to the event website.

Online Registration Fees

• Cross-country (XC) and Short-track Cross-Country (STXC): $50 per event
• Downhill (DH) and Four-cross (4X): $60 per event

*Lift fees are $25 for each practice day. The lift ticket is included in the entry fee only for race day.

Tickets for the awards banquet are available for $25 per person.

By registering early using our online system, you'll save $20 off the cost of on-site registration.

Online Registration Timeline

• September 7 — Early registration now open
• October 12 — Online registration closes at 11:59 p.m. EDT

On-site registration will be available on Thursday, October 14, for a $20 late fee (in addition to the entry fee). Register early to avoid late fees!

For FAQs about USA Cycling's new online registration system, click here.

USA Cycling Member Benefits for Collegiate Athletes

All current USA Cycling Collegiate-license holders are invited to take advantage of special pricing on select Specialized products. Student-athletes can save up to 20 percent off bikes and 25 percent off equipment when ordering through their local Specialized dealer. Click here for more information on pricing, availability, rules and an order form.

Travel and Accommodations

The host venue is the Northstar at Tahoe Resort. Special lodging rates have been secured for all Collegiate Nationals participants. For lodging options and prices, click here.

The University of Nevada-Reno and the University of California-Berkeley are hosting the event.

As you're making plans, keep in mind that USA Cycling members are eligible for travel-related discounts on airfare, lodging and bike shipping from partners such as United Airlines and Hertz rental cars, among others. Check out your My USA Cycling page to learn more about these savings opportunities.

For eligibility rules, schedule of events and venue information, go to the USA Cycling Collegiate Mountain Bike National Championships website.

Please contact the National Events Director, Kelli Lusk, at klusk@usacycling.org with any questions.