Track cycling is done on a bicycle racing track,also known as a velodrome. There are only 20 tracks, or velodromes, in the U.S. today and not all of those are functioning. The Northwest is lucky to have Marymoor Velodrome which is located in Marymoor Park in Redmond. Marymoor Velodrome was built in the 1970's, and it is 400 meters in length which is now considered a bit outdated. The new tracks being built are only 250 meters. For more details on the Marymoor Velodrome and track cycling in general, go to: www.marymoorvelodrome.org

Track cycling demands track bikes which may seem very odd to the newcomer. Track bikes don't have brakes, and they have a fixed gear which means it's impossible to coast. Riders come to a stop by backpedaling and gradually slowing to a stop. It's actually safer for all riders to be on fixed gear bikes so no one can throw the brakes on in the middle of the pack. Rad Racing NW is lucky enough to be sponsored by Fuji Track bikes: www.fujibikes.com, on which some of our riders have won National Titles.

Marymoor Velodrome is the only track in Washington State. There is a short, indoor track located just outside of Vancouver, B.C. and another short track in Portland.

The Rad Track Team is open to any Rad rider who wants to race, or riders looking for another training option. There is no obligation to race. The track racing season runs from May through the end of August. Weather permitting, track workouts will start mid-March. Marymoor Velodrome hosts Tuesday night training sessions from 6PM to 8PM, approximately. Starting in April, we'll be working out Sunday mornings unless there is a criterium or road race that the majority of trackies will be doing.

Once the racing season starts, there are 3 nights of track racing to choose from. Monday night racing is for brand new riders and our youngest juniors (13 and under). Wednesday night is for Masters and Category 4 Men and Women. In the past, the officials have approved our more experienced juniors racing in these categories. And Friday night is for Category 1-3 Men and Women. Our older juniors and those who intend to compete at the National Championships usually race on Friday night to gain experience in a more competitive environment.

If you have any questions about joining the Rad Track Team, training, equipment or other questions, please contact, Jim Brown. email: konacross@comcast.net.