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Cipollini Outsprints Erik Zabel in Vuelta

September 13, 2002 – Mario Cipollini has claimed his third stage win in this year's Vuelta a Espana, his thirteenth major win of this season. Erik Zabel finished second behind Cipo for only the second … READ MORE →

Michael Barry Q & A Pedal Exclusive

Today's Question:1. What happened to the USPS team? The only members seen on TV are Roberto and Christian. Will the rest join them later in the Tour? I have just “found” the sport of bike … READ MORE →

Michael Barry Q & A Pedal Exclusive

Question of the Day:1. Do you follow your training plan to a “T” or do you sometimes modify it to accommodate your schedule? Or depending how you feel? Do you try to make it up … READ MORE →

Bike Tour & Harvest Celebration RALLY

Begin your day in the country with a leisurely 11km Cycling Tour through some of Canada's finest remaining foodlands and scenic rural settings. Along the way, learn about community efforts to link the Oak Ridges … READ MORE →

Tour of Hokkaido 2002 Update

September 12, 2002- (Hokkaido, Japan) – Greetings from Hokkaido, Japan! Day one of racing has wrapped up at the Tour of Hokkaido and it was a successful day for the Canucks in the prologue. Andrew … READ MORE →

Toronto Nordic Ski/Snowshoe Show Coming

On behalf of the Ontario Nordic Ski Committee (www.xcontario.com) we're pleased to announce the 5th Annual Toronto Nordic Ski and Snowshoe Show, will be held on Sunday, October 27, 2002. This show is hosted again … READ MORE →

Midweek Final Event

September 12, 2002, (Mississauga, ON) – 3-Up Team Madison (not part of series) – This exciting event was held on a technical, 1.5 km circuit at the Hershey Centre. Changeover was in a 300m zoneand … READ MORE →

Michael Barry Q & A Pedal Exclusive

Question of the Day:Hello, the following is a query for Michael Barry:I read on your diary on bike.com that the UCI blood vampires came at the beginning of the Tour of Spain. My question is, … READ MORE →

Trentin Wins First Mountain Stage in 2002 Vuelta

September 11, 2002 (Sierra Nevada, SP) – Guido Trentin secured the fourthconsecutive Italian stage victory in the 2002 Vuelta a Espana. The 26year-old Italian outduelled all other riders in the final ascent in theSierra Nevada … READ MORE →

Jack Wierzbicki Memorial Ride

When: Sunday, September 29, 2002, at 10:00 a.m.Where: Registration begins at 8:30 in the parking lot.Milton GO Station. (West of Thompson Road on Main)How much: Participation fee: $20/cyclist (Sorry, we are not able to acceptcredit/debit … READ MORE →

US 2002 Road Worlds Nominations

September 10, 2002 -(COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo) – USA Cycling announced today it's full team of athlete nominations representing the U.S. at the 2002 World RoadCycling Championships, Oct. 8-13, in Zolder, Belgium. Thirteendiscretionary nominations join the … READ MORE →

Michael Barry Q & A Pedal Exclusive

Question of the Day:Hi Michael!We were talking on the weekend at the back of the Donut Ride and wondered which of your Postal teammates grew up on the toughest club donut ride?Note: Seriously though, do … READ MORE →

IMBA/Koobi Club Assistance Grants Awarded

September 11, 2002 – Four bicycle groups have been awarded 2002 IMBA/KoobiClub Assistance Grants. The $500 US grants – part of Koobi’s growing commitment tomountain bike advocacy – support projects that enhance, … READ MORE →

Tour de Hokkaido and Grand Prix Suisse Feminin

September 10, 2002 – The Tour de Hokkaido kicks off this week and theCanadian team will include Andreas Hestler, Chris Sheppard, DominiquePerras, Andrew Pinfold, and Matt Toulouse. Houshang Amiri and ShawnKruckshank are the Team staff. … READ MORE →

Hey XC Skiers! American Birkie Celebrates 30th Anniversary!

September 10, 2002 (HAYWARD, Wis) – When the cannon sounds for theAmerican Birkebeiner cross-country ski race on Saturday, February 22,2003, history will be made. Thirty years of history. What better time,say organizers of the event, … READ MORE →

Red Bull Rampage

September 10, 200 (Virgin, Utah) – Kolob Reservoir Rd. Red Bull Rampage isreturning for a second year to invite 45 of the world’s best freeriders tocompete on a challenging course in Virgin, … READ MORE →

Red Bull Bike Battle Approaches

September 10, 2002 – Canada’s Ryan Leech (Norco) is one of fifteen proriders who have been invited to compete at the Red Bull Bike Battle inBoston, MA, September 21, 2002. Unfortunately, Leech has sustained … READ MORE →

Michael Barry Q & A Pedal Exclusive

Question of the Day:Hey Michael,What is your favorite pre-race meal? Is there anything special you bringfrom home?Good luck!Paul CrosbyNew Glasgow, NSMichael Barry:My favourite pre-race meal was hot oatmeal with raisins and a couple slices of … READ MORE →

800 Strong Make Ontario MTB Provincials Big Success

September 7-8, 2002, Kelso Conservation Area, on. – Almost 800 competitorsraced at this past weekend's Bonham & Co. Ontario Provincial Mountain BikeChampionships at Kelso Conservation Area.The non-stop racing action began on Saturday with the downhill, … READ MORE →

Michael Barry Q & A Exclusive

September 9, 2002 – Today's question:Hi Michael, I wanted to know what your role is during this year'sVuelta? Are you helping with the climbs, the flats? Are you protecting Roberto Heras? Thanks a lot, and … READ MORE →

Michael Barry Q & A Exclusive

Question of the Day:Hi Michael. I would like to know how many bikes you have along for theVuelta, and if you have a bike for climbing and a bike for the flats.Anthony LawrenceMontreal, PQMichael Barry:Anthony, … READ MORE →

Fullana Wins Final – Sydor fourth!

September 8, 2002, Les Gets, France – Sunday’s race saw Spain’s MargaFullana (Orbea) win the women’s final event of the series. She finishedover a minute and a half ahead of recent Worlds … READ MORE →

Peat Wins Final and Overall!

September 8, 2002, Les Gets, France – Great Britain’s Steve Peat has morethan made up for last year’s injury-plagued season by winning yesterday’s final and the overall series title! The Les Gets, France … READ MORE →

Chausson Wins Fifth DH Title!

September 8, 2002, Les Gets, France – Current World Champion Anne CarolineChausson (Volvo-Cannondale) won another race this past weekend in Les Gets,France and secured her fifth World Cup title in the downhill series. It wasclose … READ MORE →

Chausson Wins First 4X World Cup Title!

September 7, 2002, Les Gets, France – Anne Caroline added another title toher belt when she won the first ever Women’s 4-Cross World Cup series. Youcould say she’s had a very successful week, … READ MORE →


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