Sierra Planning and Management Velodrome - Town of Milton

Velodrome Business Plan – Town of Milton
1.3 BUILDING SPECIFICATIONS
Velodrome in Newport, UK
A velodrome is defined as an arena for track cycling. The majority of velodromes today feature oval
tracks which are steeply banked, consisting of two 180-degree circular bends connected by two straights.
The straights transition to the circular turn through a moderate easement curve. Velodromes may be
constructed as indoor or outdoor facilities.
Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) is a cycling association that oversees competitive cycling events
internationally. It is the world governing body for jurisdiction in the sport of cycling. Track events
included on the UCI International calendar must be held at a UCI-homologated (accredited) velodrome.
A velodrome may not be homologated by the UCI unless it meets specific criteria with regard to track
geometry, markings, equipment, and accommodation for officials.
According to UCI, velodromes are classified into four categories at the time of their homologation, based
on the technical quality of the track and installations. The category determines the level of competition
which can be organized in the velodrome. The levels of hosted events and range of track categories are
described in the table below.
Exhibit 1: Homologation Track Categories
Track Category Homologation Level of Events
1 UCI Elite World Championships
Olympic Games
2 UCI World Cups
Continental Championships
Junior World Championships
3 UCI Other International Events
4 National Federation National Events
Velodrome in Manchester, UK
Section Introduction and Purpose
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