Skylands Cycling is a community-based [501(c)(3) – Non-Profit Public Organization] recreation and racing club, centered in rural Sussex County, northwest New Jersey. Our club is run by volunteers, and our mission is simple:
Make bike riding as rewarding and accessible as possible.
We aim to accomplish this by offering a variety of bike riding opportunities — in an environment of friendship and support — that encourages men, women, and kids to enjoy the benefits of biking through all stages of life.
USA Cycling Awards
- 2017 Best Club of the Year (Division III)
- 2006 Best Club of the Year (Division II)
- 2005 Best Club of the Month (July)
- 2003 Best New Club of the Year
What We Do…
Recreation
Whether you’re interested in training for competition, improving your fitness, or just making some new friends — our group rides traverse some of the most beautiful bike-friendly countryside in the northeast. Learn more.
Racing
Skylands Cycling has a well-established racing team, and hosts multiple USA Cycling-sanctioned events. Learn more.
Development
Skylands Cycling develops riders from beginner to expert-level. Annually, we host clinics on maintenance, fit, and riding skills. The Ride More, Ride Better (RMRB) program incentivizes beginner and intermediate riders to strengthen their riding fitness, cycling skills, and just ride more often.
Safety
Skylands Cycling supports bicycle advocacy via the NJ Bike & Walk Coalition (NJBWC) which focuses on providing a safer environment for cyclists and pedestrians at the state and national levels. The club has also sought out opportunities to assist furthering the bicycle safety in the local community by volunteering to act as ride marshals for at charity events, provide instruction at local youth bike rallies, purchased and distributed helmets as part of a bike drive for children of underprivileged families, and served as ride captains for InTandem, providing bicycle opportunities to the vision impaired.
Charity
Skylands Cycling supports and donates to numerous non-profit cycling organization and events. In the past cycling members have participated in Force Ride for Cancer, Police Unity Tour Fundraiser Ride, and Bike to beat Epilepsy. Our membership provides and collects personal contributions which are often matched by our club.
Social Events
Skylands Cycling organizes events such as an annual picnic, holiday party, and volunteer appreciation dinner — attracting a broad base of its membership and their families. Sponsors can also participate, to discuss their offerings in detail and/or give our members a tangible experience.
Discounts
Oftentimes, our sponsors offer significant discounts on bikes, gear, and services.
Sounds good, right?
Come ride with us through some of the most beautiful countryside in the northeast. Make new friends, fine tune your cycling skills, and enjoy discounts from our sponsors. At Skylands Cycling, we love our members — and hope you’ll partake.
Questions?
We love talking about our club, rides and races!
Our Board
- Mike Amideneau — President
- Scott Smith — Vice President
- Chet DeStefano — Treasurer
- Donna Puizina — Social Director
- Bill Stern — Sponsorship Director
- Wayne Lumkong — Race Director
- LeeAnn Laccetti — Development Director
- Mike Garland — Advocacy Director