named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Cyclocross Race
USACycling-sanctioned cyclocross race held every October in Longbranch Park, Liverpool, open to racers across New York and supported by volunteers.
Distance Cycling Events
Audax Club Parisien and Randonneurs USA-sanctioned long-distance rides with entry fees, organized in partnership with DistanceRider.net.
Fall Charity Ride/Century
An annual charity-supported ride in mid-September starting at Carpenters Brook Fish Hatchery, featuring multiple route distances up to 100 miles and ending with a BBQ; proceeds benefit a local charity.
Slow 'n Easy Rides
Beginner-friendly group rides held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, approximately 10 miles long, designed for new or infrequent cyclists with a ride leader following the last rider.
Syracuse Race Weekend
Annual omnium-format racing event in May featuring a hill climb, time trial, criterium, and road race, requiring significant volunteer support.
Tuesday Evening Time Trials
A weekly 10-mile out-and-back time trial held from mid-April to mid-September, starting at 6:00 PM, with courses alternating between east and west locations.
Vacation Ride
Multi-day cycling trip held annually in August, where participants travel by car to a location in the northeastern U.S. for several days of riding.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Organized Community Cycling Events 6 activities
- Conducts annual charity and century cycling ridesOrganizes an annual Fall Charity Ride/Century in mid-September with routes up to 100 miles, fully supported with SAG vehicles and rest stops, benefiting a local charity each year. Also organizes specific century rides such as from Chittenango to Westernville and metric century rides connecting regional lakes.
- Hosts off-road and trail cycling eventsOrganizes off-road cycling events on trails at Great Bear, Split Rock at Smoral Rd, and the Canal Path, including 'No Drop' events designed to be inclusive for all skill levels.
- Hosts time trial and competitive cycling eventsOrganizes weekly time trials every Tuesday from mid-April to mid-September on alternating East and West courses, ongoing since 2015, and hosts competitive Wednesday evening WNW rides for cyclists developing racing skills. Also includes annual omnium-style race weekends featuring hill climbs, criteriums, time trials, and road races.
- Hosts virtual indoor cycling eventsConducts weekly virtual indoor cycling rides on Zwift every Tuesday from November through March, open to club members and the public, with a no-drop policy to ensure inclusive participation.
- Organizes and conducts regular group cycling ridesSchedules and leads weekly, biweekly, and seasonal group cycling rides for members and guests of varying skill levels, including Slow 'n Easy rides for beginners, moderate Friday morning rides, and longer weekend rides. Rides are held across Central New York with multiple starting locations and published routes, and include safety leadership and adherence to traffic laws.
- Organizes annual cycling races and cyclocross eventsSponsors and conducts an annual USACycling-sanctioned cyclocross race in Liverpool, NY every October and organizes the Salt City Cyclocross event each fall. Also hosts an annual omnium-style race weekend in May.
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Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
- Organizes annual club events and gatheringsHosts an annual awards banquet and meeting each January, a mid-summer picnic, and previously hosted a winter training facility (discontinued as of November 2024). Also produces and distributes a quarterly online newsletter, The Spoke-n Word.
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Youth Cycling Education and Access Programs 1 activity
- Provides cycling route information and educational resourcesMaintains and shares GPS cycling routes via Ride with GPS, offers printable maps and cue sheets for routes of varying lengths and difficulty, and provides educational materials on New York State bicycle laws, paceline etiquette, and safe group riding practices.
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Membership Program Administration 1 activity
- Provides membership services and resourcesOffers annual membership renewals and new memberships through an online platform (The OCC Shop) and downloadable PDF forms. Provides insurance coverage for members during club events and access to a club listserv for communication.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$15K
Contributions & grants$340%
Program service revenue$4K27%
Investment income$6K38%
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expenses
Total expenses$17K
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Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
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balance sheet
Total assets$74K
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Net assets$74K
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -42.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 12
- BRIAN GOETKE — Director
- DAVE DIROMA — Director
- DOUG BRAY — Director
- JOHN CAPORAL — Director
- KAREN KELLY — Director
- KELLY WHEELER — Director
- KEVIN DOMINIC — Director
- MICHAEL LYON — Director
- PHIL DILMORE — Director
- STEVEN TAFFET — Director
- TODD RELYEA — Director
- ZEKE RONNOW — Director
relationships · 10
Who they work with
- Audax Club Parisien Partner — Co-sanctions distance cycling events with the club.
- BikeReg Partner — Hosts race registration for the club's cyclocross event.
- BonkWerx Coaching Partner — Noel Bonk from BonkWerx Coaching participates in the Fall Cyclocross subcommittee.
- CNY Triathlon Partner — Cosponsors and provides access to a shared winter training facility
- Randonneurs USA Partner — Co-sanctions distance cycling events with the club.
- Ride with GPS Partner — Technology platform used to store and share cycling routes with members.
- USACycling Partner — Sanctions the club's annual cyclocross race.
- Zwift Partner — Partners with Zwift to host virtual indoor cycling rides for club members.
- Zwift Partner — Platform used for hosting virtual indoor cycling rides for club members.
- distancerider.net Partner — Partner website providing resources for brevets and riding tips.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Ability-Based Grouping with Peer Supportmethodology: ability_grouped_rides_with_peer_supportBy organizing group rides according to self-selected ability levels and fostering a culture of mutual assistance, the club increases safety, inclusivity, and sustained participation because riders feel supported and are less likely to be dropped or intimidated.
- Geographic and Inclusive Access Modelmethodology: geographic_accessibility_and_inclusivityBy structuring rides around coded geographic starting points and offering beginner-friendly routes in multiple regions, the club lowers barriers to participation because members can easily find and join rides near them regardless of skill level.
- Weather-Resilient and Continuous Ride Leadershipmethodology: weather_resilient_ride_leadershipBy maintaining ride continuity regardless of weather and ensuring ride leaders are present even if not riding, the club enables consistent participation because riders can self-assess conditions and still rely on organized, safe group structure.