Armed Forces Cycling Classic

This year, the esteemed and long-standing cycling event will expand its footprint to include the District of Columbia. The weekend kicks off bright and early on Saturday, May 31, with the Amazon Armed Forces Cycling Classic’s Challenge Ride. The Challenge Ride offers a 21km closed course that welcomes cycling enthusiasts of all skill levels, and will now start and finish in the Nation’s Capital. You will enjoy the opportunity to ride against the backdrop of Washington, DC, and Arlington’s most iconic landmarks. Participants can aim for gold, silver, or bronze medals, awarded based on the number of laps completed during the three-hour event.The weekend’s activities also include two days of races, featuring the nation’s top Pro/Am men’s and women’s cycling teams. Saturday’s race will be held on a short, spectator friendly course in DC, utilizing the same start/finishing area as the Challenge Ride. On day two, the racing moved to Arlington, VA, for the 27th edition of the Clarendon Cup Pro/Am bike races. For more information, click here.