How to Join Michigan Cycling or Contact Its Officers

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To join Michigan Cycling, reach out to one of the club's officers by email or join a first ride — the site explicitly invites both experienced racers and beginners to do either. The club (umcycling.org) is the University of Michigan Cycling Club, a member of the Midwest Collegiate Cycling Conference (MCCC), and it welcomes riders across road, mountain, and cyclocross disciplines. There is no online signup form described on the page, so email contact is the practical first step.

Who to Contact

The site lists six officers and staff with email links. Choose based on what you need:

Role Name Best for
President Tessa Mead General questions about joining the club
Vice President Reese Cummins Club operations and membership questions
Treasurer Hunter Barnet Dues and payment questions
Travel Coordinator Molly Roberts Race weekend travel and lodging
Social Chair/Secretary Tabitha Woods Social events and first rides
Head Coach Kurt Schaldenbrand Training and racing guidance

If you're unsure who to ask, start with the president or social chair — the page frames the social chair as the contact for joining a first ride, and the president for general membership questions.

What to Expect When You Join

  • All levels are welcome. The club states it supports everyone "from first-time riders to national-level racers," so you don't need race experience to start.
  • Three disciplines, three seasons. Mountain and cyclocross run in the fall; road runs in the spring. You can participate in whichever season fits your interest.
  • Team-coordinated race travel. The club attends every road race on the MCCC schedule, most mountain events, and select cyclocross races, renting vans for race weekends. The travel coordinator handles logistics.
  • Seasonal dues cover logistics. Each racer pays seasonal dues that cover travel and lodging; food is the only individual expense. Ask the treasurer for the current dues amount, since the site doesn't list a figure.
  • Spring training camp. The club runs an informal camp based in Helen, GA, in the Blue Ridge Mountains — a team-bonding trip rather than a formal program. Ask officers about timing and participation if you're interested.

Practical Notes

  • Kit store: The site notes the kit store will open in early 2027, so plan on your own gear for now.
  • Subscribe: The page includes a subscription option if you want club updates before committing.
  • No pricing published: Dues and any costs aren't listed on the site, so confirm amounts directly with the treasurer rather than assuming.

Suggested First Message

Keep your email short and specific: state your name, whether you're a student, your riding background (or lack of one), and which season or discipline interests you. Ask about the next first ride and current dues. That gives the officer everything needed to point you to the right person.