Octagon Cycling Club CT

Octagon Cycling Club CT The mission of the Octagon Cycling Club is to promote good health by supporting recreational and social cycling activities in Bloomfield, CT and beyond.

In April 1996, Eloy Toppin, Tony Drakes, Lawrence (Joe) MBeki and Harvey McGee formed the See-Saw Cycling Club named after Major Taylor's first racing team. The original See-Saw club was a black team formed in 1895 in response to the exclusively white Zig-Zag Cycling Club in Taylor's boyhood hometown, Indianapolis. After attending the Major Taylor Century ride sponsored by the Seven Hills Wheelmen

bicycle club of Worcester in 1998, the group, which is not a racing club and is now integrated, came up with a new name "because we didn't want to step on history," Toppin said. "The feeling was that See-Saw should remain what it was."

​The new name “Octagon Cycling Club” was chosen because there are 4 founders, 4 bikes and 8 wheels. Octagon Cycling Club has scheduled weekly rides during the riding season and other social and volunteer events throughout the year. Our membership includes cyclists of all levels, from beginners to experienced athletes.
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Octagon is invested in our surrounding communities and actively participates in leadership and philanthropic activities. Our members strive to act as role models and to encourage physical fitness and outdoor activity especially in minority communities.

5th Tour of Bloomfield, 2nd set of photos.
08/24/2025

5th Tour of Bloomfield, 2nd set of photos.

On behalf of Octagon Cycling Club CT, we'd like to thank everyone who made our 5th Tour of Bloomfield a success! There w...
08/23/2025

On behalf of Octagon Cycling Club CT, we'd like to thank everyone who made our 5th Tour of Bloomfield a success! There was beautiful weather for cycling with great food and socializing afterwards. Special thanks to the Town of Bloomfield, CT Berkshire Bike and Board and Los Barbados.

We hope to see you all next year as we celebrate the 30th anniversary of Octagon Cycling Club CT with our 6th Annual Tour of Bloomfield!

1st set of photos from our 5th Tour of Bloomfield.

Today is the day! It's not too late to join us for our 5th Tour of Bloomfield! Same day registration is available and ou...
08/23/2025

Today is the day! It's not too late to join us for our 5th Tour of Bloomfield! Same day registration is available and our 31 mile and 15 mile routes ride off at 9am and 9:30am!

The 5th Annual Tour of Bloomfield kicks off tomorrow, with same-day registration available starting at 7 am!
08/22/2025

The 5th Annual Tour of Bloomfield kicks off tomorrow, with same-day registration available starting at 7 am!

Today marks the final opportunity to pre-register for the 5th Annual Tour of Bloomfield at a discounted price. The weath...
08/21/2025

Today marks the final opportunity to pre-register for the 5th Annual Tour of Bloomfield at a discounted price. The weather is expected to be ideal, with temperatures in the 80s and plenty of sunshine. As a reminder, children under 15 can ride free on the 15-mile route when accompanied by a guardian. Join the Octagon Cycling Club this Saturday for a fun and memorable ride.

Only two days remain to secure a $5 discount when pre-registering for the 5th Annual Tour of Bloomfield.
08/20/2025

Only two days remain to secure a $5 discount when pre-registering for the 5th Annual Tour of Bloomfield.

With good weather forecasted, the Tour of Bloomfield this Saturday, August 23, promises to be an unforgettable experienc...
08/19/2025

With good weather forecasted, the Tour of Bloomfield this Saturday, August 23, promises to be an unforgettable experience - online registration closes in three days.

Sunday Morning Club Ride Aug 17
08/18/2025

Sunday Morning Club Ride Aug 17

08/18/2025

Sunday Morning Club Ride Aug 17

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Bloomfield, CT
06002

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+18603940435

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