Project Mayhem CX: Lowering the Barriers to Cyclocross

Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode.Cross is coming!  Cyclocross has always been about more than mud, barriers, and cowbells. At its best, it's a community. But over the past decade, many grassroots races and regional series have disappeared, participation has declined, and newcomers often find the sport intimidating.Jeremy Brazeal believes it doesn't have to be that way.After leading creative and brand teams for companies like LEGO and Coca-Cola, Jeremy decided to stop complaining about the state of bike racing and start building something different. The result is Project Mayhem Cyclocross, a multi-race Connecticut series with a bold mission: lower the barriers to entry and make cyclocross welcoming for everyone...from first-time racers to seasoned veterans. In this episode we discuss:Why Project Mayhem CX was foundedThe current state of cyclocross in New England Why grassroots racing mattersFree clinics and race entries designed to bring new riders into the sportWhy you don't even need a cyclocross bike to get startedWhat the future of Project Mayhem—and cyclocross—could look like Whether you're a longtime cyclocross racer, a gravel rider looking for a new challenge, or simply someone who cares about the future of endurance sports, this conversation is full of ideas about how great communities are built. Project Mayhem proves that sometimes the best way to grow a sport isn't by making it more competitive, it's by making it more welcoming.This podcast embarks on a journey to showcase and celebrate the endurance sports community in New England.