History

In September 1999, Cindy McFarland and her sister Cheryl Lacotta decided Tucson needed a women’s cycling club and created the Desert Foxes.  The sisters wanted to help out several girls who wanted to start road riding and racing. They gathered spare parts, put together two complete bikes and got them on the road.

Since then, the club has grown to over 50 active members. We have scheduled rides for all levels of riders, and we sponsor a race team for those members who would like to compete in USCF sanctioned races.

The Desert Foxes are active in promoting cycling in the Tucson community. We are responsible for six races a year in Tucson including the State Cyclocross Championships, and the Grand Canyon State Games (in Tucson).  We also support the state level cycling competition for  Special Olympics Arizona,  and assist with Tucson’s Senior Olympic cycling competition.

Mission

The mission of the Desert Foxes is to provide an avenue through recreational and competitive cycling for women of all ages and levels of experience interested in increasing fitness, creating healthier habits, learning nutrition, and expanding skills.

Requirements

The club’s focus is on having fun, enjoying cycling, and being safe on the road, track or on the trail. We do not charge any dues to join the Desert Foxes; however, we do have three requirements for membership.  To become a member, you must 1) Fill out a Member Form,  2) Purchase a club jersey, and 3) volunteer at a minimum of two Desert Fox sponsored events annually.  Fulfilling these minimal requirements will enable you to join the team listserve, which will keep you informed of club rides and activities.  Additionally, members enjoy a 10% discount at Fair Wheel Bikes, discounts on Rudy Project sunglasses, and will have the opportunity to participate in several team equipment orders placed throughout the year.  Members will also benefit from the knowledge of our two team coaches, and may participate in various maintenance workshops, skill sessions, and nutrition/health clinics sponsored by the club.

Rules

Because of our Open Enrollment policy, we do have rules that we require that every member abide by. Click here to view Membership Rules.

Open Invitation to Join the Den

We invite you to join us on any of our rides and decide if you would like to join the Desert Foxes.  Please view our ride calendar, or e-mail info@desertfoxescycling.com for information about when and where our club meets!