Rust Belt Ruckus 2026 - A Buffalo Cyclocross Series
Buffalo, NY
Sun, Oct 11, 2026
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Sunday, October 11th, 2026
1330 Niagara St, Buffalo NY
51–63°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
52–61°F
rain
2024
44–64°F
dry
2023
46–56°F
rain
2022
44–65°F
dry
2021
63–78°F
dry
2020
47–59°F
dry
2019
49–72°F
dry
2018
52–73°F
dry
2017
52–61°F
rain
2016
43–64°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Sunday, Oct 11
Cloudy · 51–73°F
Sunday, Oct 11starts near 51°F · 11% chance of rain · wind up to 19 mph
About this race
Event Overview
The Campus Cycling Collective, Inc. is proud to present The Rust Belt Ruckus! — A Buffalo Cyclocross Series
- Date: 2026-10-11
- Location: 1330 Niagara St, Buffalo, NY
- URL: http://www.BikeReg.com/ruckus
- Early Bird Pricing: Now until 9/15/2026 at midnight
Pricing Information
- Adult Race Entry: $40 -> $45 (after 9/15)
- Adult 5 Race Series Entry: $160 -> $180 (after 9/15)
- Day of Registration: Cash only, $10 extra
- Individual Race Registrations: Linked below
Series Format
Back for 2026, the Rust Belt Ruckus will consist of a 5 race series in a condensed format. All races will be UNSANCTIONED, which removes barriers of entry for Canadians, former license holders, and new racers.
- Race Schedule: Consistent with condensed “Siuta” format
- Fun Atmosphere: More people on the course at once
- Series Awards: Presented at the final race
- Participation: Complete 4 races for awards
Event Schedule
The Rust Belt Ruckus consists of 5 independent cross races across the WNY region.
- 10/11/26 - Knox Farm CX (East Aurora) Race One
- 10/25/26 - OOFF CX (Lockport) Race Two
- 11/1/26 - Beaver CX (Grand Island) Race Three
- 11/8/26 - JR West Falls CX (West Falls) Race Four
- 11/15/26 - Gobble OOF CX (Lockport) Race Five & Series Finale
Race Day Schedule
- Registration Opens: 9:30 am
- Race One: Juniors u15 at 10:30 am
- Race Two: Cat 4/5, SS, Women Open, Women 4/5 at 11:30 am
- Race Three: Open 1/2/3/4/5 at 1:00 pm
- Podiums: After each race
Series Rules
The series consists of 5 races, but only 4 results are needed for overall rankings.
- 4 Results Required: To be eligible for series rankings and awards
- Worst Result Discarded: If all 5 races are completed
- One Registration: Required for the entire series
- Support Local Promoters: Help keep the cyclocross spirit alive
Call to Action
So, what are you waiting for? Sign up today and help us bring The M*utha F*cking R*ckus!
Sponsors
Sponsored by @MTB.NY & Campus WheelWorks. Give them a follow on Insta!
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