MAJOR TAYLOR
CYCLING CLUB

OF AUSTIN, TX

About MTCC ATX

Affiliated with the Major Taylor Association (MTA), our club celebrates the remarkable legacy of Major Taylor, a pioneer in cycling and a humanitarian whose influence extends well beyond the sport. We welcome all cyclists, including everyone from beginners seeking leisurely rides to seasoned cyclists looking for a challenge.

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Meet The Team

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Chris Maldonado

President/MTCC ATX

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Dalton Savoy Jr.

Vice President/MTCC ATX

Upcoming Events

Multiple Dates
Sat, Feb 08
Veloway Training Ride - Base 10 laps
The Veloway Bike Trail
RSVP
Feb 08, 2025, 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
The Veloway Bike Trail, 4900 La Crosse Ave, Austin, TX 78739, USA
A series of training rides to prepare for the Spring riding season.
Multiple Dates
Sat, Feb 15
Round Rock 40 Miles of Fun
Old Settlers Park
RSVP
Feb 15, 2025, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Old Settlers Park, 3300 E Palm Valley Blvd, Round Rock, TX 78665, USA
A good 40 mile route from Round Rock to Walburg that departs from the Dell Diamond parking lot near the Salt Lick.
Multiple Dates
Sat, Feb 22
Whip My Soul Ride
Whip My Soul
RSVP
Feb 22, 2025, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Whip My Soul, 11416 N FM 620, Austin, TX 78726, USA
A 20 mile ride leaving the from the Whip My Soul Restaurant off of 620. The ride will cover some elevation with some thrilling descents.
Multiple Dates
Sat, Mar 01
Southern Walnut Creek Trail Ride
5200 Bolm Rd
RSVP
Mar 01, 2025, 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
5200 Bolm Rd, 5200 Bolm Rd, Austin, TX 78721, USA
This is a staple ride for the club. A total of 26 miles on the South Walnut Creek Bike Trail. Please hydrate well before and during the ride and bring any essentials that you'll need.
Sat, Mar 15
Selma to Montgomery 60th Anniversary
Edmund Pettis Bridge
RSVP
Mar 15, 2025, 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Edmund Pettis Bridge, Selma, AL 36703, USA
n 2025, the Montgomery Bicycle Club will commemorate the 60th Anniversary of the Selma to Montgomery Voters Rights March. While riding the Selma to Montgomery National Historic Trail, we encourage riders to stop and see the sights, envision the march, feel the tension, cross the bridge.
Sat, Aug 23
Hotter-n-Hell 100
Wichita Falls
RSVP
Aug 23, 2025, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Wichita Falls, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
Hotter’N Hell Hundred is one of the oldest and largest cycling events in the nation. Over 13,000 riders from across the globe will come to Wichita Falls, TX
Sun, Sep 07
Waco Wild West - The Sweetest Ride in Texas
Waco
RSVP
Sep 07, 2025, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Waco, Waco, TX, USA
The Waco Wild West Bicycle Tour has made a tradition of great rest stops and super rider support. This is one event you don’t want to miss! There is a tour for everyone. Thank you to our favorite sponsor of over 30 years, Skittles, for making this the SWEETEST RIDE IN TEXAS!!!!

Who is Major Taylor?

Marshall Walter "Major" Taylor, the world's first black cycling superstar, broke racial barriers in the Jim Crow era with unparalleled resilience. Crowned the world cycling champion in 1899 and the American sprint champion in 1900, Taylor's legacy transcends his victories. He stands as a symbol of courage, battling racial discrimination with steadfast perseverance. Today, his story continues to inspire a global community, making cycling a beacon of hope and equality.

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