Covered Bridges Ride 2026

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Founded in 1936 by Fred “Pop” Kugler, inaugural member of the USA Bicycling Hall of Fame. Today, Team Somerset (aka The Somerset Wheelmen) continues to play a central role in New Jersey’s vibrant cycling and racing scene. With members from throughout the region, we host weekly group rides for all abilities and host and support races throughout the state.

Members receive a generous host of benefits including a generous bonus system, deep discounts at Pops Bike Shop, The Rudy Project, and Pactimo. Members enjoy umbrella insurance, discounted professional coaching and fit services from Rick Danielsen at Velotechs as well as team support and mentoring from experienced riders, coaches and racers including national, regional, state and PanAm champions. All for just $40 per year.

KINGWOOD TIME TRIAL

NEW JERSEY STATE TT CHAMPIONSHIP

REGISTRATION

• Register early for the best prices!

• Fees increase $5 midnight July 6.

• and another $5 midnight July 9.

• Preregistration is required, no registration day of event. Registration via BikeReg only.

• Race Age: For road racing (including time trials) USA Cycling uses your age on December 31st.

RULES

1. Non-Championship Categories: All Non-TT, tandem and track bike categories are eligible for NJTT Cup points, but today these are not eligible for the state championship.

2. Functioning rear light required for all racers.

3. Age Groups:

4. Anyone racing in an age group is required to enter there correct one.

o NJTT Cup points will be applied to the category you've been racing all year.

2. Overall men's and women's winners will automatically be moved to open.

3. Maximum races per person:

4. Maximum of 2 races per person: There isn't enough time to race more.

5. Each competitor is limited to a maximum of 1 TT race and 1 non-TT race. You cannot enter multiple TT categories.

6. New Jersey Residency: Non Residents are encouraged to race but are ineligible for championship. Each category will have separate podiums for overall and NJ Championship.

7. Annual Race License: Per USAC rule, annual race license is required in order to be eligible for state championship title. One day license holders are welcome, but will be ineligible for a state championship.

8. nonTT Cup Points: you must race nonTT to receive nonTT Cup Points.

9. No warming up on course. If warming up on the road, please head south (left) on RT29.

RACE DAY INFO

• Race day questions? New to time trialing? Check out our RACE FAQ.

• Podium Ceremonies for both in-state and out of state!

• PARKING & RESTROOMS: Federal Twist Winery Google Map

• NUMBER PICKUP: 8am to 9am in the parking area.

• FIRST RIDER OFF: 9am, then every 30 seconds thereafter.

• START LIST with individual start times will be emailed the day before the race.

• COURSE MAP & CUE SHEET: See below.

• Results, awards and podium ceremony immediately following the race.

This race contributes points to the New Jersey Time Trial Cup, one of the premier time trial series in the region (and in the nation). For schedule and championship standings, see:

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GENERAL CATEGORY & EQUIPMENT RULES

NOTE ON NON-UCI BIKES: This race is not sanctioned by the UCI, so NON-UCI bikes are perfectly acceptable.

NON TT (ROAD BIKE ONLY) CATEGORIES: This class is for road bikes only. Don't have a time trial bike? Don't want one? This class is for you. Allowed: Road bikes, time trial helmets, skinsuits, shoe covers, aero socks. Bicycles shall conform to USAC rules for Mass Start Bicycles. Not allowed: Time trial / triathlon bikes, aero bar extensions, full disc wheels, spoke covers, and other forms of solid construction “aero wheels” such as trispoke, Spinergy, etc.

TRACK BIKE / FIXED GEAR CATEGORIES: Per USAC rules, all track bikes / fixed gear bikes must have a working front brake.

JUNIORS: Per USAC 1I5. Young Junior/Youth Bicycles: All riders aged 14 and under are restricted to massed-start bicycles as defined in 1I1(h). (No aero bar extensions, etc). These bicycles must also have at least 16 spokes and no wheel covers may be used.

RECUMBENT RULES: All riders must be able to start, stop, enter, exit their vehicles without assistance. Required Equipment: Helmet, safety flag (at least 5ft in height), functional rear light, front and rear brakes, rearview mirror(s) demonstrating rear vision on both sides.

PRIZES

• Medals for 1st through 3rd place in all state championship categories.

• State Championship jerseys for winners of all state championship categories.

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We are excited to announce our new partnership with ADDRA Labs, makers of high performance protein bars with Leucine. Support a great company and heck, they're from New Jersey! Stop by their tent for free samples and SHOW YOUR CHAMPIONSHIP MEDAL FOR A FREE BAR!

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We'd like to thank POPS BIKE SHOP for being our primary team sponsor and for being our primary supplier of race prizes. Marc Cianfrone and his son, Danny, offer bike sales and service in a friendly, inviting atmosphere. Give them a call at 908-836-7677 or stop by their store, conveniently located at 34 East Main St, Somerville, NJ 08876

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We are happy to call Saunders Jewelry our team sponsor for many years. Celebrating more than 50 years of serving the Flemington and Hunterdon County community and beyond, you can be sure that Ed and Nancy Saunders will take care of you. Give them a call at 908-782-1565 or stop by their store at 35 Reaville Ave, Flemington, NJ 08822

PHOTOS

Photos courtesy of Don Madson's Photography

COURSE

Kingwood! Back after a hiatus, this year's championship is a fan favorite, super fast, flat out and back on Rt 29.

• Turn Around is UNTIMED: Traffic will NOT STOP, so please roll clear of the timing mat, check that it is safe and cross when it is clear.

• WE RACE ON OPEN PUBLIC ROADS; it is up to you to keep right and abide by all traffic safety laws.

• KNOW THE COURSE! There will normally be clear signage and marshals on the course to indicate the correct route, but it is ENTIRELY your responsibility to know the course.

• Course Map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50420519

CUE SHEET:

• Start Line located at RT29 mile marker 25.5. From Federal Twist Road, make a right on RT29 North, start finish is just ¼ mile down the road.

• Out: Head north on Rt 29.

• Turn Around is UNTIMED: Located at RT29 mile marker 33.5. Traffic will NOT STOP, so please roll clear of the timing mat, check that it is safe and cross when it is clear.

• Return: Head South on Rt 29. The start of the return leg is a rolling start, so feel free to hit the timing mat at speed.

• Finish Line located at RT29 mile marker 25.5, finish line comes up before the winery / Federal Twist Road.

(map courtesy of RidewithGPS)

The 22nd annual Steelman Racing Triathlon will be held on August 2nd, 2026, at Lake Nockamixon State Park in Quakertown, Pennsylvania. Why should you race the Steelman Racing Triathlon? It's because this race has it all! It is perfect for the veteran triathlete looking for a challenging event to hone their skills, or for new triathletes exploring the sport for the first time. The swim, bike, and run conditions for this race could not be better and this course is waiting to test your endurance. In early August, the water temperature in Lake Nockamixon will be in the high 70s. The bike portion of the race is held on the rolling hills of Route 563 on the COMPLETELY CLOSED bike course! Racers have complete rule over the freshly paved roads allowing them to focus solely on performing at their highest level. The only vehicles on the course will be the race support vehicles assisting athletes with mechanical needs. To end your epic day of racing, the shaded tree-lined run course hugs the majestic

lake providing athletes with great views and multiple aid stations. The new improved ending to the run course provides one of the best finishes athletes will ever experience and allows family and friends the opportunity to cheer all Steelman Finishers on as they complete their perfect day of racing. This is a perfect mid-summer race and Steelman Racing can’t wait to see you there!