The Bike Lane Presents
2026 Capital `Cross Classic Cyclocross Race
To Benefit Trails in Lake Fairfax Park
Finals of the 2026 BikeReg Super Series and MABRA Category Champs
Sunday, December 6, 2026, Lake Fairfax Park, Reston, VA
General Info
The 2026 Capital ‘Cross Classic is a USAC cyclocross event. All USAC rules and penalties apply. As the rider, you are responsible for knowing the rules for the race in which you are racing.
Beneficiary: Proceeds will benefit the Lake Fairfax Sustainable Natural Trail System program, which aims to build new sustainable trails and restore existing trails in Lake Fairfax Park.
Venue and amenities: The Capital Cross Classic course is located on the grounds of Lake Fairfax Park in Reston, Va. Heated restrooms, food vendor, a beer garden and free drinking water will be available onsite throughout the day. Alcohol is prohibited in the park, except in designated areas. There is a children’s playground located near the racecourse. As the event is a benefit for the park’s trails, attendees are encouraged to explore the miles of trails available in the park during their visit.
Parking: Parking is available in lots located off Lake Fairfax Drive in the park. Parking is free, IF course conditions are dry. However, the promoter reserves the right to institute a mandatory $2/vehicle parking fee if the course is soft or muddy and could suffer significant damage during the event. Capital ‘Cross Classic is a benefit for trail building and maintenance and it is the goal of the promoters to leave no trace of our use of the park. All damage to the park [turf, etc] will be paid for with proceeds from the race. If a parking fee is instituted, those funds will only be used to repair the course and/or benefit trails. Announcements regarding a parking fee will be made on the BikeReg.com registration page prior to the race. All racers and other attendees are encouraged to bring $2/vehicle to the race, just in case.
Team Parking: Team parking is available in close proximity to the racecourse. Please contact the promoter no later than one week in advance for team parking reservations. Team parking spots will be offered on a first-come-first-served basis.
Warm-ups: For the safety and courtesy of all racers, warming up on the course during races is prohibited. Violators will be disqualified. The course will be open for warm-ups during the 15 minutes preceding each race, if no racers remain on course.
Staging Procedure: Riders will fill the starting grid by bib number, 8 riders at a time, as specified in the USA Cycling Cyclocross rulebook when so directed by the officials; the officials will fill any gaps left by DNS or late-arriving riders as appropriate. All riders must assemble in the pre-staging chute no later than 10 minutes before their start. Riders arriving late to staging will be staged at the back of the starting grid.
Call-ups: You MUST pre-register if you want a call-up. For categories that award series points, the first 8 bibs (i.e., the front row) will be assigned to the top 8 pre-registered riders on series points. Remaining pre-registered riders will be staged by CrossResults ranking. Late/day-of riders will be staged by bib number, in the order of registration. The Men Cat. 5 and Women Cat. 4/5 categories will be staged by entry date & time for pre-registered riders, followed by late/day-of riders in the order of registration. All categories will reserve four spots in the third row, which are to be used for promoters' discretionary call-ups.
Barrier Primes: Prizes will be awarded to the first rider in each field to clear the barriers cleanly on the first lap. For combined fields or fields that start simultaneously, one winner will be determined for that group. Winners MUST report immediately to the finish/podium area to claim their prizes. This will take place immediately after you finish. Failure to do so will result in a forfeit of your prize. Primes will be judged by race staff, not USA Cycling officials.
Series Points: Points are awarded for BikeReg Super Series rankings for all categories except Men Cat. 4 and Women Cat. 4/5.
Podium Finishers: The top finishers in every event MUST report immediately to the finish/podium area for awards and interviews. This will take place immediately after you finish and only last a few minutes. Failure to do so will result in a forfeit of your prizes.
BikeReg Super Series Top Finishers: Capital ‘Cross Classic is the series final for the BikeReg Super Series.
This event is held under USA Cycling permit 16497, pending.
Course Info
The course is roughly 3km in length and consists of a paved start, grass and hard pack terrain, gravel paths, climbs, descents and some off-camber turns. The course will feature both man-made and natural obstacles.
Registration, Scoring, and Schedule
License: a USA Cycling racing license is required for entry in all fields except Li'l Belgians. Unlicensed riders will be assessed an additional $15 in their shopping cart for a Beginner 1-Day license during registration. Unlicensed riders may only register for fields that are specifically identified as "1-Day license valid for entry." Racing Age for Cyclocross is defined as the rider's age on December 31, 2027.
Entry Fees: The pre-registration entry fee is $40 for adult races and $20 for Junior races. Online registration by BikeReg.com. Online registration closes Fri., December 4, 2026 at 8:30 AM. BikeReg assesses a service charge for online registration. There are no refunds and no mail-in registration.
This page will re-open for late registration in the afternoon of the Friday prior to the event. Late entry fees will increase to $50 for adults and $25 for Juniors. All sales will be conducted through BikeReg – there will be no in-person sales at the event. Register at home on Saturday or Sunday before coming out, or on your phone at the event.
Additional entries are priced at $20 during the pre-registration period, and the discount is applied automatically if the entries are purchased in the same BikeReg shopping cart. For additional entries purchased separately, use the ‘Contact Us’ link at the bottom of this page to request a partial refund. During the late registration period and on race day, additional entries are priced at $25. A coupon will be made available at the day-of registration table for additional entries purchased separately, to achieve the discounted price.
Race-day Check-In: Race day check-in and late entry will open by 7:30 AM, and closes 20 minutes prior to the start of the first race in each time slot; the closing time will be strictly enforced. Plan your arrival at the venue accordingly, and don't wait for the last possible minute to check in.
Complimentary Entries: Current National Cyclocross Champions shall be granted a free entry but must wear a national jersey in the class which it was won. All candidates for complimentary entries must be settled with the promoter no less than one week in advance. Complimentary race entry will be given to the 2025 Super Series winners of the following fields: Men Cat 1/2/3; Women Cat 1/2/3.
Event held rain or shine. In the event of severe weather please refer to the race website for up to date info.
Directions
The race is held in Reston, Virginia at Lake Fairfax park - Google Map address; 1400 Lake Fairfax Dr - Reston, VA 20190
From the Capitol Beltway (I-495): Exit onto the Dulles Toll Road (Rt. 267). Pay toll. Travel on the toll road for 6 miles and then take Exit 14 onto Hunter Mill Road. Pay toll. Turn right at the traffic light and travel on Hunter Mill for 2 miles. Turn left at the first traffic light onto Baron Cameron Avenue. Travel on Baron Cameron for 0.1 miles and then turn left at the first intersection onto Lake Fairfax Drive. Take the road into the park and follow signs to race parking.
Sponsors
The Bike Lane bicycle shop is one of the area's full service bike shops and a supplier of cyclocross bikes and parts. The Bike Lane strives to educate the public on bicycle safety and advocate for bicycle safe communities. It also gives back to our community.
Contact Info The Bike Lane
Event Staff: The Bike Lane
thebikelane.com
Promoting Club: The Bike Lane
thebikelane.com
Event Director: Bruce Buckley Email
Race Day Phone: 703-864-3311
Announcer: Christina Hosenfeld
Officials: Mimi Newcastle, Chief Referee; Jared Ferber, Chief Judge
First Aid / Medical Emergency / Hospital Info
In the event of a medical emergency there will be an ambulance on site, provided by the Dunn Loring Volunteer Fire Dept., for the duration of the event. If the emergency is life threatening or otherwise a very serious matter the closest Hospital is the Reston INOVA hospital located here:
Inova Emergency Care Center
11901 Baron Cameron Avenue
Reston, VA 20190
P: 703-668-8333
Reston INOVA Hospital-Lake Fairfax is located on Baron Cameron Avenue. Turn left out of the park and travel ~2 miles. The hospital is on the left side just past the Home Depot at the corner of Baron Cameron Drive and the Reston Parkway.
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