Colored Dot Stickers will be added to the 2026 Berkeley Hills Road Race bibs.

At the Berkeley Bike Club, we take racer feedback seriously because every season is an opportunity to make the experience better, smoother, and safer for everyone. After reviewing comments from the 2025 Berkeley Hills Road Race, one theme stood out: clearer field identification on the course.


For 2026, we’re excited to introduce a simple but highly effective upgrade:

Color-Dot Stickers on Bib Numbers

Each racer will receive a color-coded dot on their bib, visually separating fields at a glance. Officials, motos, course marshals, photographers, and spectators will be able to identify riders instantly especially during mixed-field sections or when groups catch each other later in the race.


Why We’re Adding This

  • ✔️ Direct response to racer feedback

  • ✔️ Helps officials track fields more accurately

  • ✔️ Improves safety when fields overlap

  • ✔️ Makes race photos easier to sort by category

  • ✔️ Reduces confusion at the finish line

Small changes create big improvements, and this is one of those enhancements that elevates the entire racing experience.

Stay tuned for more updates, perks, and race-day features coming soon!

Ka Lun Chan