Leicestershire Cyclocross League

Developing Cyclo-Cross Techniques is now available in print-on-demand 📘 (printed and shipped when you order)

Get your copy here: https://payhip.com/TopmarksCoaching

Whether you're a coach, new to cyclo-cross, or training solo, this book gives you the tools to build real race-winning skills.

Inside you'll find:
✅ 70 focused drills to sharpen technique
✅ Sessions for individuals and groups
✅ Progressive training to keep things fresh
✅ Clear guidance on what to do — and why it works

This isn’t a traditional coaching manual.
It’s a practical toolkit designed to turn technique into performance.
Mark Wyer

The Leicestershire Cyclo-cross League is made possible each year by an incredible community of volunteers.
Come rain or shine, volunteers from our promoting clubs, committee and officials give their time, energy and care to help make the league what it is today.

Since the league began in 2017, they have given thousands of hours to help it grow, thrive and bring our cyclo-cross community together.

THANK YOU from the LCXL

🚨 CROSS COUNTRY RACE ALERT 🚨
Our first race is rolling up on 17th May at Walesby Forest 🌲 and yes… those juicy BC ranking points are up for grabs 👀

BUT… slight problem. Entries are currently lower than your tyre pressure after a dodgy line choice 😬

So here’s the deal: if we don’t hit 200 entries by Tuesday 5th May, I’m pulling the plug on ALL XC racing this summer. Yep. Gone. Vanished. Into the mud. 💀
Don’t be that rider who says “I was gonna enter…”
👉 Head over and get signed up NOW before I start replacing start lines with picnics instead. 🧺

Focus Rides Events - Focus Rides MTB Cross-country Winter xc series round 1 Walesby outdoor centre 18th January 2026 Enter OPEN Winter xc series round 2 Walesby outdoor centre 1st February 2026 Enter OPEN Winter xc series round 3 Walesby outdoor centre 15th February 2026 Enter OPEN Winter xc series round 4 Walesby outdoor centre 1s...

Still awaiting a few claimants :)

**2025/26 League Prize Fund**
Following settlement of all levies and associated costs, the league is pleased to announce a total prize fund of £3,415*.

*During the season, British Cycling increased the cyclo-cross levies. The league chose not to raise entry fees mid‑season and instead absorbed the additional cost, which exceeded £1,000.

Prize winners should email [email protected] with their BACS details.
All prize money must be claimed by **30 April**.

League tables - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tFLHHbHiuWogkGBHLweJbEL0KeiOl-lL/view?usp=sharing

The 2026/27 LCXL committee will be:

Chair - Dean Barnett.
Secretary - Theresa Coltman.
Treasurer - Stuart Reeves.
Members:
David Hill, Rebecca Laurel, Tim Harris, Andy Humberston, Glen Coltman, Martin Eadon.

Invited to committee meetings will be league event organisers.

The next committee meeting will be on Monday 27th April.

League supporter Vanelli Custom Sportswear
Thank you for your loyal support since the creation of the league.

Our good friends Lincolnshire Cyclo Cross Association have shared next seasons events - note the rule change regarding ranking points.

With just over 5 months to go, we're pleased to share with you our calendar for the upcoming 2026 - 2027 season.

You may notice it looks a little different to normal and that is because British Cycling have decided not to give national ranking points to any regional event that is held on the same weekend as as the National Trophy dates. This is to help encourage participation in Trophies. With removal of points for races it could well reduce the field sizes and as Lincolnshire isn't blessed with huge field sizes, we will not hold any races on National Trophy weekends this season.

The benefit of this change it it will maximise national ranking points for those riders amongst you that compete at the national trophies and champs, as you now have 9 local events you can score points at.

We are pleased to announce we are holding our prices for another season with our outstanding value of just £3 a race for all Under 9, Under 12 and Youth riders entered in advance. Then it is £10 for juniors and £19 for all Senior and Masters riders. Our novice entry price also remains at just £5.

We wish you a great summer and we look forward to hopefully seeing you all on the start line in September.

**2025/26 League Prize Fund**
Following settlement of all levies and associated costs, the league is pleased to announce a total prize fund of £3,415*.

*During the season, British Cycling increased the cyclo-cross levies. The league chose not to raise entry fees mid‑season and instead absorbed the additional cost, which exceeded £1,000.

Prize winners should email [email protected] with their BACS details.
All prize money must be claimed by **30 April**.

League tables - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tFLHHbHiuWogkGBHLweJbEL0KeiOl-lL/view?usp=sharing

A fantastic opportunity

Are you aged 12–16 and love cycling?

British Cycling are running Talent ID days where you can test your speed, strength, and skills through a series of challenges. It’s a great chance to see how you compare, have fun, and get noticed by coaches.

Open to riders not already in a track cycling club or team and with a British passport.

Check the poster for dates, locations, and how to sign up!