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Search for Speed is a USA Cycling talent identification program designed to introduce track sprint cycling to a wider, more diverse audience throughout Los Angeles and the Southern California basin. It provides young adults with a clear, dedicated pathway to the U.S. National Cycling Team and sport of track sprint cycling.
Funded by a generous grant from the Rapha Foundation including support from LOOK Cycle and WattBike, Search for Speed breaks down entry barriers into the sport of competitive cycling, while putting National Championship, World Championship, and Olympic medals within clear view.
Our NEW 2024 OPEN COMBINE format has made it easier than ever for a young athlete to be discovered.
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DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?
Attend any of our 3-test open combines designed to identify athletes from any fast twitch oriented sports background. Geared towards explosive strength, speed, and raw power, our open combines are structured to highlight explosive athleticism regardless of cycling background.
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OPEN COMBINES
All open combines will take place at the VELO Sports Center in Carson, CA, home to track cycling in the 2028 Olympic Games. Combines are organized as single day events.
Combine testing includes: 1) standing vertical jump (x3), 2) maximum power pull (x2), and 3) WattBike maximum power (2x 6sec) plus (1x 30sec) effort. Entire test including check-in, warm-up, and recovery periods is less than 40min.
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INTEGRATION
Athletes that hit the desired marks at any Search for Speed open combine will then graduate to an on-track, on-bike boot camp phase. Boot camp will take place at the VELO Sports Center and is expected to be between 4-7 days.
Athletes that hit the desired marks at boot camp will be invited into the National Sprint Pool developmental phase.
All Search for Speed combines are open to the general public. There are categories and target marks for both male and female. The desired age range is 18-28. Pre-registration including dates, times, locations, and age range can be found on Search for Speed's open combine registration links available here or via our social site bio links.
Link to pre-register is below under DATES & LOCATIONS
PARTICIPATION
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DATES & LOCATIONS
All OPEN COMBINES will be at the VELO Sports Center. From time-to-time other tryout locations will be added so check back often.
The VELO Sports Center is located on the grounds of the Dignity Health Sports Park, home to the LA Galaxy, at 18400 Avalon Blvd, Carson, CA 90746.
Directions: Enter the park’s main entrance off Avalon Blvd; turn right at the stadium then follow signs to the VELO Sports Center.
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INTERESTED IN HOSTING A SEARCH FOR SPEED EVENT?
Interested in having USA Cycling bring a Search for Speed pop-up demo to your school, business, or public event? These not only contribute to the on-going search for new potential talent, but they are also fun stand-alone events that will tap into everyone’s competitive spirit. A Search for Speed pop-up invites participants to complete a 6-second peak power WattBike effort designed to highlight athletic potential. This kind of pop-up is best served in a high-traffic zone. The host location will have the opportunity to leverage the USA Cycling brand and presence in relation to the tryout.
A 10x10 (and up to 20x20) space with a power supply is required for a Search for Speed activation set-up. USA Cycling takes care of the rest. For more information contact Search for Speed Program Coordinator, Rex Ainslie, at rainslie@usacycling.org