Endurance Cyclist Fred Lacroix Community Talk

February 7, 2026

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Endurance cyclist Fred Lacroix spoke at the Borrego Springs Community Resource Center on February 6, offering a concise look at his path into long-distance handcycling and the discipline behind ultra-endurance racing. The program included a talk followed by audience questions. Light snacks were provided as part of the evening program.



Lacroix explained how becoming a wheelchair user marked a full reset and how choosing movement shaped his future.


“It’s not a turn in your life. It’s a new life to start.”

He shared that his early racing was done in racing wheelchairs before transitioning to handcycling, which allowed longer training sessions and endurance-focused competition.


“Immediately, it was like a spark. I was comfortable, and I could ride for hours.”

He briefly touched on major efforts, including riding Pikes Peak, noting that altitude success depends on long-term acclimation rather than last-minute effort. He also outlined the 6–12–24 Hour World Time Trial Championships, where athletes race over extended hours on a closed course and where he later earned first place in his age division.

Lacroix closed by emphasizing the broader message behind the talk:


“I asked to organize this presentation not to speak about me, but about what we can do—disabled or not. Sport is important for everybody.”

The evening highlighted the Community Resource Center’s role in hosting informative programs that connect Borrego Springs with global experience through local conversation.

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