Most participants of cross racing in the northwest have noticed a conflict of dates on Nov 14 for the different Seattle race series.  After conferring with Shimano regarding their new Shimano West Coast race series we have decided to not hold conflicting races. The first year will have races in San Francisco, Portland and Seattle. Due to our belief in the goals Shimano is trying to set, we here at Seattle Cyclocross will not have a race on Nov 14. The folks at Shimano have a laudable goal and we do not want to interfere with their vision. Due to the Nov 14 ommision, we are currently in the process of revamping the entire fall schedule, please watch the site and get ready for the season. As an aside, the San Francisco race will be in Golden Gate Park—if you can make it, the course is very nice.

Seattle Cyclocross is a non-profit organization that brings cyclocross racing to you every fall, and through cycling and your generous support of our series, we are changing lives. This year we were able to give over $15,000 aimed specifically to kids, through our contributions to various charities, programs, and by re-investing back into the cycling community.

“We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” – -Winston Churchill

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital – Finding cures and saving children. Our donation to this remarkable organization totaled more than $7,100. And a special thanks goes out to the junior racing teams Rad Racing, 20/20 Fuel and ASC Racing who combined raised an additional $2,140 for this remarkable cause.

Major Taylor Project - Funded by a supporting grant from Cascade Bicycle Club, Major Taylor clubs aim to reach young people of all bicycling skill levels who are interested in joining a bicycle-riding club and have a demonstrated need for increased out-of-school-time activity, mentorship, social support or physical activity. The program integrates bicycle riding, community service, healthy living, fitness, safety, and bicycle maintenance, and road safety awareness.

Greater Everett Community Foundation – Serving families of Snohomish County and helping them to improve their quality of life. Our donation was to the Youth Scholarship program for youth who can’t afford to pay for recreation programs.

Evergreen High School, part of Highline School District - Making sure that each and every student graduate ready for college, career, and citizenship.

Beverly Park Elementary School, part of Highline School District - Making sure that each and every student graduate ready for college, career, and citizenship.

King County Parks & Recreation - Serving communities and enhancing regional quality of life through 180 Parks, 175 Miles of Trail, 25,000 Acres of Open Space.

Junior cycling programs: ASC Racing, Rad Racing NW, and more….

Again, thank you for supporting our series, helping us build community, and giving back to change many people’s lives.