The Team

Membership in Velo Avanti has grown from 15 original members in 1985 (then known as Brea Velo) to one of the Western United States larger racing clubs. Membership consists of men and women of various age classes including Juniors (ages 10-18), Seniors (ages 19-29), and Masters (ages 30 and older). Velo Avanti is also a charter member of the Southern California Youth Cycling Association (SCYCA) which was organized with the goal of introducing youth to the sport of competitive cycling. Over the years our members have changed as well as our appearance. Every two years we update our team colors for a new look and feel. We are dedicated to the promotion of bicycling as a sport and a recreational activity.

We promote two races a year. We start off each racing season with Roger Millikan Memorial St. Valentine's Day Massacre. The course is slightly sloped four corner 0.7 mile criterium course. The road surface is good, and the corners are wide. This race is well attended and a great way to begin the bicycle racing year. The St. Valentine's Day Massacre is held in Brea at the intersection Delta Avenue and Lambert Road. 

The second race which we promote has also became famous over the years is the La Mirada Grand Prix. The La Mirada Grand Prix is not a criterium or a road race. It is more of a circuit race. The course is two miles, four corner circuit over rolling terrain. To make the race interesting we have included a quarter mile POWER climb out of turn one. A short incline precedes sprint to finish line.

We invite you to explore our website. If you are more adventurous and enjoy Bicycling come join our club. Whatever you do, do not miss our races. Come race and watch.

Our Mission

The purpose of the Velo Avanti Cycling Team is to promote amateur bicycle racing competition in Southern California and foster a club atmosphere for members who enjoy cycling as a recreational pursuit.

1. Promote the organization/sponsorship of bicycle races at the club level.

2. Support the expansion and development of amateur bicycle racing clubs/teams.

3. Make bicycle racing and cycling in general a sport that is both fun and builds camaraderie.

1. Host at least one amateur bicycle racing event a year.

2. Organize a regular team ride that departs from a central location and meets the needs of members at different levels.

3. Increase the team’s membership size by developing a club that is: fun to belong to, has club oriented activities, and encourages camaraderie.

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