What Kind Of Races Are Ridden On A Velodrome?
There are many different events, each with its own set of very detailed rules. Some of the more popular races you’ll see at the velodrome are listed below, and there are two points to keep in mind as you read them: in some events, most notably the Olympics, the distinction between the amateur and ‘pro’ riders is now gone. Also, the way that every track cycling event is conducted is dictated by the fact that it is very much easier to cycle closely behind another cyclist (or behind a motorcycle) than it is to ride completely on your own or at the head of a group. For example, in the Kilometer, where you ride totally on your own, you’ll be riding full speed against the clock, while in the Match Sprint, you may try to make the other rider ride at the front to tire him out. So, depending on whether an event is a solo or group effort, pure aerodynamics vs. cunning and strategy may have more or less of an effect on the outcome. Kilometer, or 1000 Meter Time Trial: A timed race that pits a sol
