Welcome to Team Somerset

Member Benefits

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, ADDRA Labs and all TREK brands.
  • Umbrella insurance for all club events and rides
  • Discounted professional coaching and fit services from Rick Danielsen at Velotechs
  • Team support and mentoring from experienced riders, coaches and racers including national, regional, state and PanAm champions
  • All for just $40 per year

Recent Team News

  • Weekend rides are ON (both 8:30am) and our Tour of Somerville Team Party

    Happy Friday everyone! I hope everyone enjoys their Memorial Day weekend. We have lots of team fun on tap. Saturday Endurance 8:30 colonial park lot F https://strava.app.link/lyUFfIdnBTb Sunday Pops Ride rolls 8:30am for the rest of the season. Coffee and bagels after, thanks again to Marc and Danny. View our team calendar / website for […]

  • Weekend rides are ON! With a 2nd Saturday option!

    Hey hey! Weekend looks like scattered showers but tomorrow is showing only a 15% chance, so we are pressing on! Sunday looks clear. Saturday Endurance is on, visit our Strava group for the route. Rolling 8:30AM Colonial Park Lot F Saturday Lew Saling TT Recon Ride! Rolling from Pops 10am Sunday Somerset Social Ride 10am […]

  • Sunday ride is canceled for Mother’s Day.

    Hey all, Turns out all of the ride leaders will be busy tomorrow, so we’re going to go ahead and cancel the ride. Happy Mother’s Day, moms! Dan D

  • ADDRA Labs / Team Somerset Webinar Unlocking New Endurance Performance with Protein
    ADDRA Labs / Team Somerset Webinar Unlocking New Endurance Performance with Protein

    Hi gang, Super excited for this one. Come join us for a quick talk from our new sponsors Matt and Eric at ADDRA Labs. Chuck, Brian, Mike, Dan, Rick, Josef and I have been trying ADDRA’s products for a while now and love them. Dan D 🚲 FREE SAMPLE PACK for all who join 🚲 […]

  • Sunday social ride 8:30 AM

    Hey everybody! NOTE Sunday ride is moved to 8:30am rolling from Pops of course. See you there! Dan R

  • Weekend rides are ON!! Saturday 8:30, Sunday 10am

    Hey everybody! This weekend’s rides are on! NOTE Saturdays early start time! 8:30am Colonial park. Sunday stays 10am Pops of course. C ya there! Dan D

Interested in Becoming a Race Director?

Support the local racing scene and make some cash for your club. It’s easier than you think.

RD Tutorial

Sample Race Packet


So you want to take your cycling team to the next level?

Check out our guide to registering with USAC, forming a NJ Non Profit and purchasing team insurance. Level Up Your Cycling Team

Executive Board

  • Brian, Socials Chair
  • Robert, Clothing Chair
  • Marc, Treasurer
  • Dan D, Prez
  • Chuck, Race Director
  • Dan R, VP
  • Rick, Head Coach