NYC Road Racing by the numbers: What can we Conclude and our recommendations
We end our examination of NYC Road Racing with a summary of our findings, our conclusions and finally some recommendations and questions for the racing community
NYC Road Racing Part 4: Does the Women’s Peloton Show Signs for Hope?
Examining trends in NYC Women’s racing where we see more stability pre-and-post COVID, but also a concerning drop-off in 2026 participation
NYC Road Racing Part 3: What Does the Future Hold?
Our NYC Road Racing data analysis continues with a model of the future size of the racing community if current trends continue. Unfortunately the model shows continued declines.
Building the Race Calendar: How to Start and Run Your Own Grassroots CX Race
Please join our free “How to Start a Cyclocross Race” Zoom Session with two of the most experienced race promoters on the East Coast.
NYC Road Racing Part 2: The Racer Lifecycle
Moving beyond race level data, we dive into statistics around individual racers in NYC: how do they start racing and how long do they last in the scene
NYC Road Racing Part 1: The End of Weekday Racing and a Shrinking Event Calendar
Our deep dive into NYC road racing begins with a look at the race calendar and the significant losses in the number of races and race starters over the past seven years
NYC Road Racing by the Numbers: participation, progression, and what it will take to stabilize our sport
Introducing an unprecedented look at the numbers underlying the NYC road racing scene including analysis on everything from the race calendar to new rider retention
An Interview With Tom Mains: Part Two
Our interview with NYC race director Tom Mains continues with discussion of sponsorship, community leadership, and how to help grow the sport
Road Director Diaries: An Interview with NYC’s biggest race Director
We sit down with Tom Mains to discuss how he got into cycling, the state of the sport, and changes to his race series. Stay tuned for part two on sponsorship, community leadership, and FBF next week.
State of the Sport: NYC Bike Racing in 2026
A review of road racing registration trends in New York City
Riding Postpartum: An Essay
Regaining fitness after having a baby can be a challenge. Described in this unconventionally written article is the story of my journey so far.
The Definitive Guide to WTFNB Race Teams in NYC
A helpful guide to the many WTFNB teams in New York City
Returning from a One Year Hiatus at Grant’s Tomb Crit
A return to racing at the Grant’s Tomb Criterium one year after a serious injury at the same race.
Pedaling Through the Palisades
We joined a community meeting with the Pallisades Parks Conservancy to discuss important issues for cyclists
Analyzing CX Registration Trends: PACX by the Numbers
Our State of the Sport Series returns with analysis of registration for the Pennsylvania CX Series
New Year, New TBD Journal
Welcome to the new look To Be Determined Journal
The TBD Newsletter: It's Finally Fall... I Think?
Welcome to the TBD Newsletter: Fall 2024 Edition
Meet The To Be Developed Cycling Grant Recipients
We’re pleased to announce the first round of TBD Cycling Grant recipients