USA Cycling Collegiate Road National Championships

Time trials, 10 am, 5/8, TTT Course, Marshall; road races, starting 9 am-12:50 pm, 5/9, Trek Headquarters, Waterloo; criterium, starting 9:30 am-2:10 pm, 5/10, start/finish by Breese Stevens Field.

media release: Wisconsin is home to beautiful rolling hills, incredible cycling communities, and for the second year, the 2026 USA Cycling Collegiate Road National Championships. The three-day event will take place Friday, May 8 through Sunday, May 10, 2026 and will attract more than 350 cyclists from 40 universities around the country.

“We are thrilled to partner again with Trek and the city of Madison, and for our collegiate riders to experience racing around the capital. Hosting an event in Trek’s hometown is incredibly exciting, and we look forward to watching the best collegiate riders compete,” said Kyle Knott, USA Cycling’s Director of National Events.

Friday will feature team time trial races on the fast and straight roads along scenic farm fields outside Madison, Wisconsin.

Saturday’s road race, which is set to take place at Trek’s Global Headquarters, will showcase the cyclists’ technical skills and endurance as they navigate the picturesque terrain.

The criterium on Sunday will take place near the capitol in downtown Madison. Cyclists will race in a loop outside Breese Stevens Field, providing a perfect opportunity for spectators to enjoy the party. Entertainment, food, and vendors will be present in Reynolds Park during the event as well.

“We are excited to welcome back the USA Cycling Collegiate Road National Championships to experience the great cycling Wisconsin offers and incredible Midwest hospitality,” said Mike Monger, Trek Events Manager. “We look forward to working again with USA Cycling and our cycling communities to bring back this championship for a second year.” 

More than 350 athletes are expected to participate. These cyclists are the best collegiate riders in the United States, having to qualify by participating in local conference races within the 11 collegiate cycling conferences. Individual and team National Championship Titles will be awarded, giving students and their schools multiple opportunities for achievement.

The remaining 2026 National Championship calendar has been announced and more information can be found at usacycling.org.