Join us for the Major Taylor 1899 Whirlwind Wednesday!

The ride leader will hold ~2.0 w/kg on the flats for the first 50 minutes to keep the group together. In the final 10 minutes, the fence drops, time to PUSH THE PACE and see who can hang on!

This is a non-banded ride, so maintaining the stated pace is key to staying with the beacon. Please respect group ride etiquette.

Why Major Taylor?

Marshall Walter Taylor, known as “Major Taylor”, was a trailblazing cycling legend. In 1899, he became the first U.S. born African American world champion in any sport, wining the 1-mile and 2-mile sprint world titles, along with multiple national championships.

This ride is hosted by the Major Taylor 1899 (MT1899) community cycling clubs across the USA united to honor his legacy. The acronym after each ride leader’s name identifies the hosting club.

Want to ride IRL with a local Major Taylor club?
https://www.majortaylorassociation.org/friends.shtmlOpens a new window

Fun FACT: One of Major Taylor’s nicknames was “The Worcester Whirlwind.”

During the months of May through October there may be rides without an assigned ride leader due to the outdoor riding season. We invite all to connect with us on the social media platforms below to stay in the know:

Complete the ride to earn your Major Taylor Whirlwind Kit

Discord
https://discord.gg/PwT4BgU7auOpens a new window

Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/groups/418937925806730/?ref=shareOpens a new window

Strava
https://www.strava.com/clubs/mt1899Opens a new window

Zwift Power
https://zwiftpower.com/team.php?id=12949Opens a new window

As we say in the Zwift community, Ride On!