Finally, a reason to pay attention to CX cats
From the latest edition of the USCF Rulebook:
Translation for you sandbaggers: Cat up, or skip Natz...
6F8. National Cyclocross Championships shall be conducted for Elite men (cat 1-2) and Elite women (cat 1-3).
Staff Comment: Now that we have CX categories, this establishes the minimum category for participation in CX national championships. This will take effect in 2007.
Translation for you sandbaggers: Cat up, or skip Natz...