Cyclocross is an off-road bicycle racing sport in which individuals race using bikes off-road. It combines road racing with cross-country racing. The races are conducted on closed courses with various surfaces such as mud, grass, sand, and hills. The racers have to dismount from their bikes and carry them over stairs or over barriers. The races are typically conducted in the autumn and winter months when the weather conditions are unfavorable. The riders have to be efficient with their bikes, possess stamina, as well as have the ability to alternate between riding and running with their bikes in their hands. The races are of short duration but are quite demanding, with the races lasting 6-10 minutes per lap. Cyclocross is immensely popular in Europe with numerous fans existing in North America as well, with an abundance of competitive riders as well as heavy spectator turnout.
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