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 ROAD RACING (CYCLING)
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Road racing is just that, races carried out cycling round the roads, the Tour De France is probably the most famous example of road racing, carried out over several weeks and carried out on racing bikes.

Popularity
A highly popular and emotive sport with many clubs over the UK and the world carrying out their own practice races and events.

Location
Carried out throughout the UK and all over the world, through town and country. Look out for your local club.

Age
All ages with the ability to cycle, special races for th under 16's.

Ability
Good health and stamina are required for this activity as it is a race, the first to cross the line being the winner.

Description
Road racing is a very popular sport, carried out on racing bikes it is enjoyed all over the world but especially in Europe. The cyclists all start in one mass and basically the first over the line is the winner. Some courses contain obstacles such as strong climbs. Road racing is a test of stamina and tactics as it is also possible to engage certain tactics such as staying close to the cyclist in front staying in a slip stream or using break away groups to out manouvre other competitors.

Dedication
You get out what you put in to this sport, if your are persuing the sport for fun you can fit it in were appropriate to your life if you want to compete with the professionals you will require 100% dedication.

Potential
From enjoying a local group to competeing with the best world class cyclists, if you want to be the best in this sport you can compete at national or olympic level.

Closely Related Activities
Mountain Biking 170, Road Cycling Touring 177,

Further Reading
Check out the internet for news and events British Cycling is the UK body and have their own site, look for magazines at the local news agent, or check out your local library.

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