BJ67: Tour of Beijing Cycling Race

Cycling races of different levels are held in Beijing suburbs like Yanqing, Miyun, Changping and Huairou, where great deals of top attractions are clustered, such as Great Wall, Longqing Gorge and Gubei Water Town. Both professional and amateur competitions attract thousands of riders to participate. Below are three of the most welcomed cycling races in Beijing.

It is usually held 4 times a year in 4 different places of Beijing. The race dates and locations are not fixed. Both amateurs and professionals can participate. The riding route for the amateurs is easy and scenic while the one for professionals are flat slopes requiring more energy. In some years, there are even balance bike races for kids between 2 and 5 years old. 

It is the largest-in-scale cycling and tour activity of the city, which involves about 1,000 participants from all over the world. The event takes place in Yanqing County, which is in northwest of Beijing. The racing date is usually in September or October of each year.

Comparing with formal cycling races, it is less professional but a bit relaxing. The competition includes the road race and BMX. Many differently themed cycling tour routes are designed, and the highlight of the race is that sightseeing is additionally combined with the competition. Participants can not only join the race, but also enjoy the top natural landscape. During the tour race, competitors also get chances to experience local lifestyle, taste delicacies and fruits picking activity.

It is held annually in October in Rose Valley of Mount Miaofeng. Participates are divided into Males Group A, Males Group B, Females Group and Amateurs Group. The total race route is 7 kilometers (4.3 miles) long with many slopes and turnings. But the scenery along the way is very attracting. 

In addition to the above three, there are also some small-scale bicycle races being held every now and then. You may keep an eye on the official website of Beijing Cycling Association to get the detailed information. 

The participants are not subject to nationalities, and people between 18 and 60 years old are all allowed to apply for the competition. If there is competition for teenagers and kids, they are also allowed to attend the specific race. You can sign up by logging in on their official website and following the steps to complete the online registration. Or you can go to the Beijing Cycling Association to apply for attending the race, which is located at No. 12, Taiping Street, Xicheng District. If you are a fan of cycling, you should not miss this grand occasion.