Cycling Club at WCU

Cycling Club at WCU A Cycling club at Western Carolina University. Linktree
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🚴‍♂️ About the WCU Cycling Club

The Cycling Club at Western Carolina University (WCU) is a dynamic, student-led team competing in collegiate-level races across the Southeastern Collegiate Cycling Conference (SECCC) and beyond. We also host and participate in community rides throughout Western North Carolina, fostering a culture of athletic excellence, outdoor adventure, and inclusive engagement.


🌄 Why WCU Is a Cyclist’s Dream

Located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, WCU offers unmatched access to premier cycling terrain:

• Road & Gravel: World-class climbs within 5 miles of campus, fast technical descents, and direct access to the Blue Ridge Parkway.
• Mountain Biking: A 6.7-mile single-track trail on campus—now open to the public—accessible via the tunnel near the softball field and Health & Human Sciences building.
• Nearby Destinations: Just a short drive from legendary mountain biking spots like Tsali Recreation Area, Pisgah National Forest, and Bent Creek.

📲 How We Ride & Connect

We actively post group rides and club updates on social media and welcome riders of all levels. Whether you're a seasoned racer or a curious newcomer, we invite you to connect with us:

• Facebook: Cycling Club at WCU
• Instagram:
• TikTok:
• Strava: WCU Cycling Club
• Email, Phone, or In-Person: Reach out anytime—we’re always excited to meet fellow riders.

🏁 2025–2026 Executive Board

• Hayden Thomason, President — [email protected]
• Ken Nelson, Vice President — [email protected]
• Helena Ferebauer, Treasurer — [email protected]

05/25/2026

Thank you to everyone who has supported us this past school year. Our raffle was a success! Total of $1,625 was raised! A % will go to to help with their free bike program for the community. The rest will help us cover our fall club expenses.

Thanks to for supplying us a wheelset!!

Have a great summer

05/15/2026
05/14/2026

Friends, join us Saturday June 13th from 10 AM - 3 PM at the Flat Creek Trailhead for our Northern Loop Bike Program led by board member and Panthertown bike enthusiast Michael Despeaux! We’ll be joined by many partners that will help lead the discussion on which bikes are best for the backcountry, best biking routes in Panthertown, trail etiquette, Leave No Trace, etc. Then we’ll hit the trail, being among the first to ride this trail on bike since its redesignation. Stick around after the program for hotdogs at the trailhead!

This program is free and open to pro bikers and amateur bikers alike. Find out more and RSVP at the link in the comments.

🚨1️⃣ Week Left !!🚨 We are raffling of a Carbon Fiber wheelset from . Choose from a variety of wheel options!  Ends May 1...
05/10/2026

🚨1️⃣ Week Left !!🚨

We are raffling of a Carbon Fiber wheelset from . Choose from a variety of wheel options! Ends May 18th!

Available options: GGX SL, GRD 36 & 46, GGA SL, GGA 38, GGA 44, GMX SL, GMT 30, GME 32.

Help support the future of WCU Cycling!
A % of funds will go to to help get more kids on bikes.

05/01/2026
04/30/2026

Our Summer Group Ride Series starts MAY 17th!

This one’s all about good trails, good people, and building confidence on the bike. We’ll be exploring DuPont, , and other WNC favorites along the way.

Open to everyone — whether you’re leveling up or just looking for a solid crew to ride with.

Come ride with us 💫

Still a chance to win a wheelset! We have met our $1500 goal. Help us reach 2k. Drawing is May 19th!
04/30/2026

Still a chance to win a wheelset! We have met our $1500 goal. Help us reach 2k. Drawing is May 19th!

Jersey store is back open! Taking orders for our 2nd batch of jerseys. Please fill out the form by May 4th in our bio if...
04/29/2026

Jersey store is back open! Taking orders for our 2nd batch of jerseys. Please fill out the form by May 4th in our bio if interested!

Jersey will arrive in August. We will contact you when they arrive. (Just an interest form, you are not required to purchase upon arrival).

This year, the WCU Cycling Club has contributed over 250 hours of volunteer service to our local community. 🚵From buildi...
04/28/2026

This year, the WCU Cycling Club has contributed over 250 hours of volunteer service to our local community. 🚵

From building trail features and cleaning up rivers to hosting free bike repairs on campus and supporting local events — our members are committed to making Western North Carolina a better place, on and off the bike.

Thank you to every member who gave their time. We ride together, we serve together. 💜💛

Some of our highlights

bike race
Jackson county bike rodeo
bootlegger 100
Jackson county Greenway
Splitting wood for the community
river cleanup
duck race

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Address

245 Memorial Drive
Cullowhee, NC
28723

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