- Be on time for races
- Check your equipment before the race
- Pin your numbers on correctly
- Be a good, responsible citizen
- Understand the free lap rule
- Listen to the starting instructions
- Ride so as to make it a safe race for everyone
- Know the rules for working with teammates
- Know when you finish if you get lapped
- Be courteous to the folks you meet on race day
- Understand the results process
- Enjoy your race! It's supposed to be fun!
Twelve Things You Absolutely Have to Know to Race Bicycles
The Wisconsin Cycling Association (WCA) website has an excellent resource and reminder for all bike racers called Twelve Things You Absolutely Have to Know to Race Bicycles. The list of 12 follows, but check their page for the quick details on each point. This really is essential info for all bike racers.