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2022 merit badge rankings: A new chart-topper emerges

February 28, 2023 13

Let’s take a look at what changed, what stayed the same and what took the prize as our most highly earned merit badge of last year.

Merit Badges

Mountain biking added as an option in Cycling merit badge

July 15, 2013 12

Cycling merit badge now includes a mountain biking option. Scouts can choose between road cycling or mountain biking for this Eagle-required badge.

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