Founded in 1973 by David Walker—a former New York Police Officer and NYPD Community Affairs Officer in Harlem’s 25th Precinct, The Harlem Skyscraper Cycling Classic is a international community bicycling race that encourages safety programs for local youth in Harlem. Today, the race has become one of the premiere attractions of the United States Cycling Federation—drawing 500+ professional cyclists from the greater NYC area, national and international fields; as well as 100s of community participants. The Harlem Skyscraper Classic takes place on June 19th, 2016, Father's Day. Community Cycling begins at 11:30am. Professional cycling begins at 1pm. For more info contact Unity Sports Productions: [email protected] or 347-9486479.

Riders who are 18+yrs old and not USA Cycling licensed must register at BikeReg via the link below:

Registration is free for ages 3-17 and can register at the link below:

The Harlem Skyscraper Cycling Classic is sponsored by: CNB National Bank, MIST Harlem, Cleary Gottlieb, Foxworth Realty, Aloft Harlem, Hoodwinked Escape, Marcus Garvey Park Alliance, Harlem Tourism Board, and 25th Precinct Community Affairs