Another former collegiate rider here. Just want to drop in and echo all of the sentiments above. Collegiate racing is totally awesome, do it as much as your time and budget permits! When I went to school the Cal. State U. public system had big funding for for Club Sports, of which USAC intercollegiate cycling was one. They paid for van rental, hotel, gas and race entry!!!!
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