AEGIS X LEADERS OF ENCHANTMENT

NEXT STEP
RACING

We grow together, compete together, and respect every rider on this team. Based in Dallas, TX. We race with purpose.

2026 Schedule Meet the Team

Riders

39+

Races in 2026

Squads

Leadville Stage Race: Jul 24–26, 2026Leadville 100: Aug 15, 2026Gravel Worlds: Aug 22, 2026Philly Cycling Classic: Aug 30, 2026Maryland Classic: Sep 5–7, 2026Gatineau: Sep 17, 2026Chequamegon: Sep 19, 2026Little Sugar: Oct 12, 2026Big Sugar: Oct 17, 2026Leadville Stage Race: Jul 24–26, 2026Leadville 100: Aug 15, 2026Gravel Worlds: Aug 22, 2026Philly Cycling Classic: Aug 30, 2026Maryland Classic: Sep 5–7, 2026Gatineau: Sep 17, 2026Chequamegon: Sep 19, 2026Little Sugar: Oct 12, 2026Big Sugar: Oct 17, 2026

Our Mission

More Than a Race Result

Next Step Racing is built on something bigger than podiums. We encourage the growth and development of every rider, pushing each other to improve while making sure every member feels respected, acknowledged, and valued equally.

Above all, we believe in enjoying the experience of competing, no matter the outcome.

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Mutual Respect

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Growth & Development

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Compete With Joy

Meet the Riders

Coming Up

Upcoming Races

Full Schedule

Jul 24–26, 2026

Leadville Stage Race

Leadville, CO

Upcoming

Aug 15, 2026

Leadville 100

Leadville, CO

Confirmed

Aug 22, 2026

Gravel Worlds

Lincoln, NE

Upcoming

Our Foundation

Racing for a Greater Purpose

Next Step Racing is connected to the Aegis Cycling Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering survivors of human trafficking through the healing power of cycling. Every race we run carries this mission forward.

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50M+

Victims globally

12–14

Avg. age of entry

🛡 Pedaling Toward Freedom

Cycling as a path to healing, hope, and independence

Our Partners