Marshall "Major" Taylor was a black athlete and greatest cyclist of his time. His story inspires those that hear it. Through his story, the Major Taylor Association and its like-minded clubs, we hope to advocate for black cyclists by cultivating a supportive community of like minded cyclists that build up, encourage equity, and spark passion for the sport of cycling so it can be more accessible regardless of socioeconomic background, ethnicity, or experience level.
Major Taylor Iowa (MTIA) is the first Major Taylor cycling club in Iowa. There are Major Taylor cycling clubs all over the world and to my knowledge, the Major Taylor Clubs are the only cycling club EVER to be named after a cyclist. We are excited to see this club established in Iowa. MTIA is just one of many Major Taylor cycling clubs that exist in the United States and abroad.
Our Major Taylor Iowa family is comprised of active recreational riders that enjoy a variety of riding styles, distances and speeds (commuting, trail, road, MTB, gravel, touring, long distance, competing and fitness). We vary in ages from children to adult. Our skills range from novice beginners to advanced riders.
Our Major Taylor Iowa family is comprised of active recreational riders that enjoy a variety of riding styles, distances and speeds (commuting, trail, road, MTB, gravel, touring, long distance, competing and fitness). We vary in ages from children to adult. Our skills range from novice beginners to advanced riders.