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NEXT STEP
RACING

We grow together, compete together, and respect every rider on this team. Based in Dallas, TX. We race with purpose.

2026 Schedule Meet the Team
9+
Riders
39+
Races in 2026
2
Squads
Collegiate Nationals: May 7–10, 2026Tour de Bloom: May 15–19, 2026Unbound Gravel: May 30, 2026Tulsa Tough: Jun 5–7, 2026US Road Nationals: Jun 17–21, 2026Dairylands: Jun 18–28, 2026SBT Gravel: Jun 28, 2026Fire Cracker 50: Jul 4, 2026Crusher in the Tushar: Jul 11, 2026Chicago Grit: Jul 17–26, 2026FoCo Fondo: Jul 19, 2026Leadville Stage Race: Jul 24–26, 2026Leadville 100: Aug 15, 2026Gravel Worlds: Aug 22, 2026Philly Cycling Classic: Aug 30, 2026Maryland Classic: Sep 5–7, 2026Gatineau: Sep 17, 2026Chequamegon: Sep 19, 2026Little Sugar: Oct 12, 2026Big Sugar: Oct 17, 2026Collegiate Nationals: May 7–10, 2026Tour de Bloom: May 15–19, 2026Unbound Gravel: May 30, 2026Tulsa Tough: Jun 5–7, 2026US Road Nationals: Jun 17–21, 2026Dairylands: Jun 18–28, 2026SBT Gravel: Jun 28, 2026Fire Cracker 50: Jul 4, 2026Crusher in the Tushar: Jul 11, 2026Chicago Grit: Jul 17–26, 2026FoCo Fondo: Jul 19, 2026Leadville Stage Race: Jul 24–26, 2026Leadville 100: Aug 15, 2026Gravel Worlds: Aug 22, 2026Philly Cycling Classic: Aug 30, 2026Maryland Classic: Sep 5–7, 2026Gatineau: Sep 17, 2026Chequamegon: Sep 19, 2026Little Sugar: Oct 12, 2026Big Sugar: Oct 17, 2026
Aegis Cycling
Our Mission

More Than a Race Result

Next Step Racing is built on something bigger than podiums. We encourage the growth and development of every rider, pushing each other to improve while making sure every member feels respected, acknowledged, and valued equally.

 

Above all, we believe in enjoying the experience of competing, no matter the outcome.

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Mutual Respect

⚡

Growth & Development

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Compete With Joy

Meet the Riders
Coming Up

Upcoming Races

Full Schedule
May 7–10, 2026
Collegiate Nationals
Upcoming
May 15–19, 2026
Tour de Bloom
Washington
Confirmed
May 30, 2026
Unbound Gravel
Emporia, KS
Confirmed
Our Foundation

Racing for a Greater Purpose

Next Step Racing is connected to the Aegis Cycling Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering survivors of human trafficking through the healing power of cycling. Every race we run carries this mission forward.

50M+
Victims globally
12–14
Avg. age of entry
🛡 Pedaling Toward Freedom
Cycling as a path to healing, hope, and independence
Our Partners

Sponsors & Partners

Presenting Sponsors
Team Sponsors
Arundel
@arundelbikes
Supporting Partners
Dallas Bike Works
@dallasbikeworks

Want to join a great cause? View our sponsorship opportunities and learn how your brand can ride with Aegis.