March 02, 2018 (Toronto, ON) – Real Deal Racing is thrilled to announce a partnership with Aquila Cycles based out of Toronto, ON Canada. The official team name for the 2018 season will be RealDeal | Aquila. The team boasts a combined roster of 30 athletes, which includes 19 women and 11 men of all levels and abilities. The elite men will lead this group by example racing a full domestic calendar which will include some of the USA Crits series, The Canadian National Championships and BC SuperWeek.

“We are very excited to be partnering with Real Deal Racing for the 2018 season as our brand and bike collection align well with the Real Deal brand, which has a proven track record of success combined with a distinctive passion for advancements in our sport.” – Frank Mizerski Aquila Cycles

“Our goal is to gain exposure to our beautiful sport. We want to try and introduce as many people to cycling as a way of life. We want to showcase the racing but also the behind the scenes on what it takes and promote a living a healthy active lifestyle. What may start simply as being a casual fan of the team, could develop into riding a bike to work, doing a learn to ride at the Milton Velodrome and then possibly entering their very first race. If we can be any part of that then this project will be a success” – Ed Veal RealDeal Racing

In addition to 5 time Ontario Road Cup series champion and Canadian Hour Record Holder Ed Veal, the team has signed his former team mate on the Canadian National Track Team Sean Mackinnon. Sean joins the team after racing in Europe in 2017 with An-Post Chain Reaction. Sean and Ed will be reunited after representing Canada together at the Toronto 2015 Pan-Am games winning a bronze medal in the men’s team pursuit. Sean also represented Canada at Road Worlds in 2016 and is looking to regain his world class form after suffering a serious crash last year. Surrounding these two on the Elite Men’s team are a cast of talented young riders including Ryan Rudderham, Tomer Shahar and reliable veteran leaders Tim Burton, Chris Firek and John Stewart.

“The Real Deal team complements our efforts of building the next generation of cyclists. Having such a collection of talented and decorated cyclists riding our bikes help in the development of new technology and designs that can be proven in high intensity situations, Aquila is excited to bring these advancements to every form of rider.” – Frank Mizerski Aquila Cycles

RealDeal | Aquila – 2018 Elite Mens Roster

Ed Veal (41, Hamilton ON) 2 time National champion, World Cup gold medalist and bronze medalist at the Toronto 2015 Pan-Am games. Ed is the 5 time Ontario cup road champion and returns for his 8th season racing for the RealDeal Racing team. The Canadian Hour record holder is now also the 40-44 World Hour record holder

Sean Mackinnon (22, Hamilton ON) This time-trial specialist looking to regain his world class form and help develop the riders around him. 2 time National champion and bronze medalist at the Toronto 2015 Pan-Am games. Sean represented Canada in the TT at the 2016 World Championships.

Ryan Rudderham – (18, Oakville ON) Member of Queens Varsity cycling team – Studying Commerce. Competing in Cycling and Triathlon since 2013. Was focused primarily on triathlon the last 3 years but shifted to primarily a cycling focus in 2017. Enjoys high tempo rides preferably with hard climbs.

Chris Firek – (47, Missisauga ON) An accomplished junior with many wins over the course of his cycling career. After a 15 year hiatus, Chris returned to the sport and has continued right where he left off. He brings loads of experience, true grit and a big finish to our team.

John Stewart – (42, Cambridge ON) The definition of fit. John is the workhorse on the team. Another rider returning to the sport after a little hiatus. We will be looking to John to provide a break from the wind and a strong powerful lead out.

Timothy Burton (29, Mississauga ON) Returns as the last remaining original RideAllDay p/b Real Deal Racing team member. This will be his 9th year racing for RealDeal Racing. Tim won the 2015 Midweek Criterium series overall and the 2012 Tour de Hans.

Tomer Shahar (26 , Mississauga ON) Track specialist, joins the team after racing the 2017 season with Kurziwinski coach. This Cat 2 racer brings a boat load of personality on the off the bike. He is another big engine with a ton of potential. He also has a nose for the finish line.

Team Staff

Frank Mizerski – Director of Marketing and Sponsorship – info@racersportif.com
Amanda DeMelo – Creative Director – Amandasarahcherish@gmail.com

Sponsors

RealDeal | Aquila is proud to announce their 2018 sponsors.

– RealDeal Racing – http://www.realdealracing.ca/
– Aquila Cycles – https://aquilacycles.com/
– Yorkshire Garden Services – http://www.yorkshiregardenservices.com/
– Ramos | Laine private wealth management – http://www.ramoslaine.com/en/
– ASC Photography – https://www.amandasarahcherish.com/
– Kenzingtons Burger Bar – http://www.kenzington.ca/
– Tire Butler – http://www.tirebutler.com/
– Balance Physiotherapy – https://www.balancephysiotherapy.com/
– Garneau Clothing – https://garneau.com/
– Beet-It Canada – https://www.beet-it.ca/
– Crotch Guard – http://www.crotchguard-uk.com/
– Ronan Reality – http://www.ronanrealty.com/

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