Youth on the Rise

Bermuda’s roads were alive with grit, strategy, and soaring ambition this June as the island’s top junior cyclists raced for national glory. Emerging victorious in both the Time Trial and Road Race Championships were two of Bermuda’s most dedicated junior riders, 16-year-old Jackson Langley and 17-year-old Charlotte Millington, each showing that the future of Bermuda cycling is bright, bold, and determined.

Jackson Langley: Riding with Heart

For Warwick Academy student Jackson Langley, the journey to a national title began years ago, pedalling laps at Bailey’s Bay Cricket Club and racing KPMG mountain bike events. Encouraged by his father and mentored by local cycling legends like Dominic Mayo and Steve Smith, Jackson’s evolution from junior categories to A-Class competitor has been steady, focused, and fuelled by community spirit.

This year’s championship titles were especially meaningful. Jackson overcame a broken collarbone just weeks before the event, training indoors and battling back both mentally and physically to return to form. “Crossing the line brought a huge sense of relief,” he shared. “All the hard work and suffering had paid off.”

His strategy in the road race was bold, a solo breakaway on the first lap, which held strong through punishing crosswinds and tough hills like Blue Hole. In the Time Trial, he relied on “positive self-talk and self-belief,” knowing every second counts against the clock.

Wearing the national champion’s jersey means everything to Jackson: “I love Bermuda. I love my island, the people, and my community, so to represent them in this way is a real honour.” Looking ahead, his eyes are on international racing experience and, one day, winning the Sinclair Packwood Memorial Race. 

His advice to younger riders? “Consistency is key. Every ride makes you better.”

Charlotte Millington: Racing with Resolve

Cycling has been a part of Charlotte Millington’s life since she was 18 months old, perched on the back of her father’s bike. Seven years of early Saturday rides, junior cycling programmes, and international competitions later, she’s now a dual national champion with five appearances representing Bermuda under her belt—and counting.

This year, Charlotte not only defended her national titles, but did so with commanding performances. In the Road Race, she executed a perfectly timed attack up Blue Hole Hill and then soloed away from her nearest rival. “I said before the race I wanted to win solo. It was risky, but I’m so glad it paid off,” she reflected.

Her Time Trial plan? Simple: “Go out hard and cross the line empty.” She delivered what she calls her most well-paced effort yet.

What stands out most about Charlotte is her grounded, growth-focused mindset. “I don’t think I have a specific talent for cycling,” she says. “I just put in a lot of work, and sometimes it pays off. When it doesn’t, you keep going until it does.”

Charlotte credits a close-knit circle, including coaches Che’quan Richardson, Caitlin Conyers, and Peter Dunne, with shaping her love for the sport. And while she’s heading off to university soon, she’s determined to keep riding and racing, including competing at the Pan American Games in Paraguay this month and aiming for a medal at the Junior Caribbean Championships in Barbados right after.

Her advice to others? “Don’t be afraid to ask for help. There are people who want to support you.”

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The Next Generation

Both Jackson and Charlotte represent more than individual triumphs, they are a reflection of Bermuda’s supportive cycling community and the potential unlocked when young athletes are given the opportunity to thrive. The Bermuda Bicycle Association is committed to making cycling accessible and inclusive for all youth and juniors, offering free coaching for riders aged 13 to 18yrs, a bike exchange programme, and subsidised international racing opportunities. With a strong focus on youth development, we are proud to support these rising stars and hope their stories inspire the next wave of riders to take to the roads, challenge themselves, and ride with heart.

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