The Cycle-Smart Northampton Cyclocross presented by ShiftGear

The Cycle-Smart Northampton Cyclocross presented by ShiftGear In early November each year, Look Park in Florence hosts one of the biggest cycling events in the country, the Northampton Cyclocross.

Since 1991, this weekend of racing is respected the world over and brings some of the most talented riders from the region, the nation, and beyond. Traditionally, it was the anchor of the New England Cyclocross Series. The Northampton Cyclocross is a weekend of cyclocross racing; a discipline of cycling where racers take on pavement, trails, grass, sand, and mud, using modified road bikes. This is

the most spectator friendly bike race you will ever see. The course is approximately 1.5 miles in length with 7-9 minute lap times, so racers pass through the whole course several times their 40-60 minute race. Thanks to the incredibly spacious Look Park, almost the entire race is visible from everywhere on the course, with easy access to some of the most exciting sections. Every year, the hillside is lined with fans cheering on their friends and favorite racers, while the paved stretch on the lower level has seen more than its share of exciting sprint finishes. Along with top-flight racing featuring some of the best cyclists in America and beyond, the Northampton Cyclocross features events for the whole family. Look Park, located close to downtown Florence and Northampton, has ample space for families to spread out and enjoy the weekend. There’s a picnic area and a great playground for the kids, including an expo area that will host a number of fantastic food trucks. There will also be a kid’s race each day on a course designed just for them. Grab a snack, watch the race and take a look at the expo area adjacent to the course. The race is a perfect fall outing for the family, and a great way to get hooked on cyclocross!

 lost and found! Did you lose a stuffy, or maybe a glove? Take a look and let us know. We’d love to get these back to th...
11/12/2025

lost and found! Did you lose a stuffy, or maybe a glove? Take a look and let us know. We’d love to get these back to their owners.

11/06/2025
Day 2 of   saw more dramatic racing in our Elite Men's race, with Henry Coote rallying after yesterday's crash to claim ...
11/03/2025

Day 2 of saw more dramatic racing in our Elite Men's race, with Henry Coote rallying after yesterday's crash to claim the top step.

🥇 Henry Coote, Trinity Racing
🥈 Tofik Beshir, CXD Trek Bikes
🥉 Ryan Drummond, Competitive Edge Racing

Our Elite Men's race began fast, with yesterday's winner Dylan Zakrajsek driving the pace in a group of 4 at the front. On lap 2, Zakrajsek crashed on the barriers, allowing Henry Coote to establish a lead that he would maintain for the rest of the race. Meanwhile, the chase group of Beshir and Drummond worked together to bring back a hard-charging Coote. With more mechanicals and crashes throughout the field, lead changes were constant until the finish line, making for a nail-biting finish to round out a phenomenal weekend of racing at Look Park! 💙

📸 Angelica Dixon

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Look Park
Florence, MA
01062

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