34th Annual Cycle-Smart Northampton Cyclocross presented by Verge and ShiftGear
Oct 31, 2025
North Hampton, MA
Cyclocross
About
Celebrate 34 years of New England cyclocross tradition.
The 34th Annual Cycle-Smart Northampton Cyclocross, presented by Verge and ShiftGear, returns to Look Park in Northampton, MA from October 31 to November 2, 2025. As the longest-running UCI cyclocross event in the U.S., NohoCX offers a challenging, technical course through diverse terrain, attracting elite and amateur racers alike. Each race day brings its own course direction and features, celebrating New England's rich cyclocross culture.
COURSE DETAILS
The course is roughly 2.6 km per lap, featuring grass, dirt, pavement, gravel, sand, and pine forest segments. Highlights include a steep run-up, off-camber turns, and course reversals on Day 2 for a fresh challenge.
Race HIGHLIGHTS
- Oldest UCI cyclocross event in the U.S. (34th year)
- Courses reversed on Day 2 for a unique challenge
- Steep run-ups and technical off-cambers
- Family-friendly venue at Look Park
- Attracts pro, elite, and amateur racers
- Part of USA Cycling's RaceClean program
RIDE TYPES
Race overview
Approximately 2.6 km (1.6 miles) per lap
Elevation of City (Northampton, MA): ~300 ft / Elevation gain varies by lap due to course features (steep run-up, off-cambers); exact gain not specified.
Grass, dirt, pavement, gravel, sand, pine forest, technical off-camber turns, and steep run-ups.