About US

We are affiliated with USA Cycling, the governing body for amateur, professional, and Olympic cycling in the United States. We hope to help all members reach their competitive cycling goals.

Our Mission

The Queen City Wheels’ mission is to promote the sport of bicycle racing throughout the Cincinnati area. We offer the opportunity to experience bike racing through multiple disciplines for the beginner and the advanced rider.

Team Benefits

Team QCW member benefits include a dynamic group of like-minded individuals to race with, entry fee reimbursements, free team clothing, free race photographs by Cincinnati’s premier cycling sports photographer, discounts and priority servicing at Montgomery Cyclery, and free entry to all QCW events.

Upcoming Events

Events
2026 Lebanon Fat Bike Race Series
Jan 1
2026 Lebanon Fat Bike Race Series

These free, fun events at the Lebanon Bike Park. Dates will be announced when park conditions look promising for a race.

Next race is planned:

2026 Cleves Time Trial Series
May 5
2026 Cleves Time Trial Series

This is the longest continuously run time trial series in the country and takes place every Tuesday evening from May through September.

Fifty plus years of rider results.

2026 Ault Park Racing Series
Jun 3
2026 Ault Park Racing Series

Cincinnati’s longest running training race series. The course is closed to traffic and perfect for both new and experienced racers.

Wednesdays: 5/28, 6/4, 6/11, 6/18, 6/25

2026 Whiskey City Twilight Challenge
Jul 18
2026 Whiskey City Twilight Challenge

The premier criterium event hosted in downtown Lawrenceburg, IN. It brings together professional racers, amateur hopefuls and cheering spectators.

A full slate of categories and an attractive second race price makes for a “double-dipping.”

2026 Swartout Challenge Time Trial
Jul 19
2026 Swartout Challenge Time Trial

This event pays tribute to Jeff Swartout, the esteemed winner of the 70-74 Master's Time Trial Championship in 2018.

2026 Shawnee Pebble Pounder
Aug 30
2026 Shawnee Pebble Pounder

This gravel race and adventure ride is held in the Shawnee State Park, West Portsmouth, OH. The park is known for its beautiful scenery, its challenging climbs, and its pebble sized gravel.

Photo Library

2026 Harbin Park CX
Sep 20
2026 Harbin Park CX

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

2025 Patrons

Featured
Diamond

  • Kent Frazier Family

  • Julia & Rafael Garcia Giving Fund

Platinum

  • Connie Malone & Sue Frazier

  • Steve Hollowell

  • Peter Johnson

  • Rachel Langenderfer

  • David Ness

  • Steve Rode

  • Daniel Roketenetz

  • Dell Williamson

  • Wimberg Bike Coaching

Gold

  • Scott Billman

  • Thomas Boder

  • Jamie Crombie

  • John Dallman

  • Andy Radin

  • Glenn Talaska

Silver

  • Matt Breines

  • Bill Buzek

  • Scot Herrmann

  • Barbara Linde

  • Jonathan & Bertie Spicker

  • Tim Maney

  • Patrick McMullen

  • Danilo Palazzo

  • David Whissel

Learn about becoming a Patron or Sponsor

Historical Club Officers

Ivan Samuel Forsythe, October 20, 1936 - May 28, 2025

In Memory of Lowell ‘Kent’ Frazier, June 4, 1953 - January 23, 2025.

Kent’s family has created a fund in his memory which we are using to recognize his commitment to volunteering and supporting new young racers.