Enjoy some of the region’s premier USAC sanctioned races.
Great event!
Thank you for putting it on and thanks to the staff for keeping us safe out there.
Many thanks!
Many thanks to those putting these races on and the sponsors who support them. Without either, we would not be out there.
Superb
The organization was great and the course marshals were superb. Nothing like being able to transition confidently from section to section because of their efforts.
So happy!
I did great today! I didn’t get last place, more like mid pack. So happy!
How could one miss out on that fun?
TT’s have a wholly different vibe than any other type of road racing. Anyone of us would be happy to assist another rider prerace and that is so cool. Thanks again. I plan to make the remaining races.
Our Events
Recent Race Results
- Allamuchy TT ’14 – present
- Lew Saling TT ’24 – present
- Long Valley TT ’24 – present
- Steve Reed TT ’18 – present
(results courtesy of RoadResults)
Team Somerset Time Trial FAQ
A Time Trial (TT) is a solo race against the clock with riders starting 30 seconds apart. Each rider starts individually and races solo. They’re fun! And way safer than a mass start race like a road race or crit. Known as the ‘race of truth’, there’s nowhere to hide. No drafting. Just you and the clock.
Registration
Q: Can I register the day of the race?
A: Sorry, PRE-ENTRY on bikereg.com ONLY.
Q: Do I need a USA Cycling Racing License?
A: Yes, but a one-day license can be purchased during online registration.
Q: What if I accidentally register for the wrong category?
A: No problem, you can change categories yourself on BikeReg. Or just shoot us an email and we can assist.
Which category should I enter?
Most races have categories for road bikes, fixies, tandems, juniors and of course TT and triathlon bikes.
A note about “Race Age”
- For road racing (including time trials, road races, and crits), USA Cycling uses your age on December 31st.
- USA Cycling Explanation
Women’s Only Categories:
We have several women’s only categories to choose from.
- Women CAT 1/2/3
- Women CAT 4/5/Novice
- Juniors
- Women’s Age Groups
- Championship races typically have 5 or 10 year age groups for women, but our non-championship races usually don’t have enough women competitors, so are typically split between Juniors, CAT1/2/3 and CAT4/5.
- Want more women’s categories? Spread the word, let’s get some more ladies out there racing!
- Masters Age Groups
- These are generally raced by men, but are open to anyone.
Road Bike (Non TT)
- Non TT A / Open – open to all
- Non TT B / Novice – intended for new racers only.
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.
Open / Aero Categories are for Time Trial & Triathlon Bikes
- Senior Men & Women CAT 1/2/3
- Senior Men & Women CAT 4/5/Novice
- Juniors
- Masters Age Groups
- These are generally raced by men, but are open to all. If you’re looking for women-specific, Women CAT1/2/3 and Women CAT4/5/novice are for you.
Track Bike / Fixie:
USA Cycling requires that all track bikes / fixies have a functioning front brake.
Equipment and Clothing
Q: Can I use a road bike?
A: Yes! Non TT categories are just for you.
Q: What should I bring with me?
A: Generally, a bike, helmet & working rear light. Maybe some tools, a spare tube, a drink and a snack.
Q: What should I wear?
A: You’ll see some some wild setups and kit, but normal bike clothing is fine.
Facilities
Q: Will there be bathrooms?
A: YES! While we endeavor to have open public bathrooms at all of our events, sometimes this ends up being a portajohn or two.
Q: Will there be a mechanic / SAG tent?
A: Check the registration page, we try to have a mechanic on hand, but sometimes they can’t make it out.
Course and Marshals
Q: Are the roads closed?
A: We race on OPEN PUBLIC ROADS, so it is up to you to keep right and abide by all traffic safety laws.
Q: Will there be marshals and signs on the course?
A: 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.
Pre-Race
Q: When should I arrive at the event?
A: Number pickup starts 1 hour before the race. We recommend arriving at least 90 minutes before your start time.
Q: When should I get to the start line?
A: Plan to line up about 10 min before your start time. A marshal will be there to help.
During the Race
Q: Hold or not hold?
A: Your choice. If we have a holder, they’ll hold your bike so you can start with both feet clipped in. Or just start with one foot on the ground. Entirely up to you.
Q: What if I’m late for my start time?
A: Just get to the line and the starter will get you out there. Your race time will be calculated from your official start time.
Q: What happens if someone overtakes?
A: Keep right, pass left. You’ll be fine. When passing, shout “ON YOUR LEFT!!” How about a word of encouragement?
Q: What happens if I have a mechanical during the race?
A: Happens from time to time. Get off the course and assess. If you can’t fix the problem, someone will let us know; we’ll come get you if needed.
Post Race
Q: Will there be Podiums / Awards?
A: YES! They will be held immediately after the race.
Q: When will results be available?
- Paper Results will be displayed back at the registration desk.
- Online results some of our races feature live online results. If not, online results should be available in the next couple of days.
Event Photos
Purchase your official race photos from Don Madison’s Photography. Looking for race photos from years past? Don has photographed many of our events over the years. Have a look and see what you can find.
All of our races earn points toward the NJTT Cup. Click the image for more info on Cup standings, rules, etc.
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