12/11/2025
On November 12, 2025, the ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Tucson Velodrome will mark a milestone for both American and global track cycling. Built on the grounds of the Musselman Honda Circuit, this 250-meter, Olympic-sized track was designed by Canadian engineer Peter Junek, who’s been shaping velodromes for over 50 years.
Why aluminum? Because Arizona’s scorching summers can reach over 100°F (37°C), and aluminum can handle that heat far better than concrete making this a year-round training hub for cyclists of all levels.
The velodrome isn’t just for elite athletes. It will host youth programs, school events, and open rides for anyone who loves cycling in a safe, controlled, and professional environment.
Expect top-tier facilities too: lighting, restrooms, grandstands, and even an access tunnel beneath the track all built to make Tucson a new cycling hotspot.
Meanwhile, the Tucson Bicycle Classic is expanding in 2026 to four full days of racing (February 19–22), following the Valley of the Sun Stage Race just a week earlier.
With both races now sanctioned by USA Cycling, Arizona is fast becoming a spring racing capital for both pros and amateurs.
From aluminum tracks to desert crits, cycling in Arizona just got a serious upgrade. And this is only the beginning.
