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Cycling BC News – Spring Series, BMX Future Champs Camps, iRide Field Trips, BMX BC Cup and More

– Here is the latest news from Cycling BC, including information about the upcoming Spring Series road races, which kick off on Mar. 1, a report from BMX Future Champions Camps, iRide Field Trips, … READ MORE →

USADA Head Says Investigation into Claims of Russian Doping is Critical in Anti-Doping Fight

– USA Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) boss Travis Tygart emphasized the importance of WADA’s investigation into allegations of widespread doping in Russian sport, citing it is critical in the fight against cheating in sport worldwide, … READ MORE →

Kristoff Wins Again on Tour of Qatar Stage 5 – Canada’s Rollin 34th

(Qatar) – After a tremendous battle as soon as the first kilometres of racing, the pack eventually made it bunched on the final circuit around Madinat Al Shamal. Like on the previous day, Alexander … READ MORE →

Montreal Bike Show Opens Feb. 13-15 with 300 Exhibitors

(Montreal, QC) – The 13th annual Montreal Bike Show / Salon du vélo de Montréal is set to go this Friday as the doors open at 12 noon at Place Bonaventure. The popular consumer … READ MORE →

Job opportunity – Product Manager @ Louis Garneau Sports inc.

– Are you passionate about industrial design and product development? Are you an avid cyclist, a winter sports enthusiast and an outdoor fanatic? GARNEAU has a unique opportunity for you!
Become a PRODUCT MANAGER – … READ MORE →

Canadian Paralympic Cyclist Shelley Gautier Nominated for Laureus World Sports Award

(Ottawa) – The Canadian Paralympic Committee is thrilled to congratulate Paralympic cyclist Shelley Gautier on the announcement today of her nomination for the prestigious Laureus World Sportsperson of the Year with a Disability Award, … READ MORE →

Canadian Sport School Victoria Information Night – Feb. 19

(Victoria, BC) – The Canadian Sport School Victoria is looking for the most talented, hardworking and motivated young athletes who are driven to represent Canada at the highest level of competition in their sport. … READ MORE →

Edmonton Drops 2022 Commonwealth Games Bid – Velodrome Project to Go Ahead

(Edmonton, AB) – The City of Edmonton has officially dropped its bid to host the 2022 Commonwealth Games reports CBC. On Tuesday, Mayor Don Iveson announced that Premier Jim Prentice told him the Alberta … READ MORE →

Feature Friday Night Race Series Finale at the Burnaby Velodrome – Feb. 13

(Burnaby, BC) – For local track riders, Friday, February 13th, is the culmination of an intense season of bicycle racing. They are all competing for the winner’s jersey and the champion’s title.
Spectators will enjoy … READ MORE →

Kristoff Wins Tour of Qatar Stage 4, Canada’s Rollin 60th – Report, Results

(Mesaieed, Qatar) – Stage 4 of the Tour of Qatar ended in a bunched sprint in Mesaieed. Like on the second day of the race, Alexander Kristoff showed he was the fastest of the … READ MORE →

La Bicicletta In-store Event – Jeopardy!

(Toronto,ON)- When it comes to cycling trivia, everyone thinks they are a ‘know-it-all’. La Bicicletta is excited to host a fun night of Jeopardy!, when you can come test your knowledge, drink beer, and … READ MORE →

Jaye Milley and Steve Bauer Featured on CBC’s The Rick Mercer Report Tonight (Feb. 10) @ 8 p.m.

(Ottawa, ON) – Canadian para-cyclist Jaye Milley and cycling legend Steve Bauer will star in CBC’s The Rick Mercer Report tonight, Tuesday February 10th, at 8pm. It will repeat on Friday Feb. 13 at … READ MORE →

OCA Announces First Ontario Cup Track Race for 2015 – Feb. 13-14

(Milton, ON) – Over 110 riders have registered for the first event, organizer Greg Rawson (OCA) indicated that “The response to our first race is overwhelming, many hours of planning have gone into the format of … READ MORE →

Terpstra in Charge at Tour of Qatar Stages 1-3 Report, Photos, Results – Canada’s Rollin 50th

(Qatar) – After three stages of the Tour of Qatar, Niki Terpstra (Ned) Etixx-Quick Step is in the lead as he pulled out all the stops and bested ITT heavy hitters on the 10.9km … READ MORE →

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CSIO Opens Satellite Facility at Milton Velodrome

(Milton, ON) – Canadian Sport Institute Ontario (CSIO) is excited to announce that it has recently opened the doors of its new satellite facility to high performance athletes and coaches at Mattamy National Cycling … READ MORE →

Uno Imports and Giordana Provide Former Team H&R Block Clothing For Cycling BC iRide Program

– To help outfit the next generation of cyclists, Uno Imports and Giordana have generously donated remaining Team H&R Block cycling clothing from the amateur program. Mark Ernsting, Principal of M1 Sports Management that … READ MORE →

Enjoy Family Day at the Mattamy National Cycling Centre Community Opening Celebration – Feb. 16

(Milton, ON) – The Mattamy National Cycling Centre will officially open its doors to the community on Family Day, Monday, February 16, 2015. The Community Opening Celebration will offer Milton residents an opportunity to … READ MORE →

Aussie Rohan Dennis Sets NEW Hour Record – WATCH IT LIVE

(Grenchen, Switzerland) – Australia’s Rohan Dennis (BMC Racing Team), 24, has raised the bar setting a new Hour Record on Sunday of 52.491km at the Velodrome Suisse in Grenchen smashing Matthias Brändle’s 51.852km, established Oct. 30 … READ MORE →

Pendrel and Plaxton Pay it Forward to Give Canadian Teammates Opportunities

– Recently, Team Canada riders Evan Guthrie (Norco Factory Team) and Sandra Walter (Liv Canada) received some good news from Cycling Canada. Since their Canadian teammates, Catharine Pendrel (Luna Pro Team) and Max Plaxton … READ MORE →

Paris-Roubaix 2015 Route Revealed – Cobbles With a Taste of the Tour

– With a total distance of 253 kilometres between Compiègne and the Roubaix velodrome, the 113th edition of the Queen of the Classics, which will take place on April 12, holds 52.7 km of … READ MORE →

Monique Sullivan Donates Bikes and Gear to Kids in Cuba

– Bikes for Cuba wishes to offer a very special thanks to top Canadian sprinter Monique Sullivan for her generous donation of bikes and gear for the kids in Cuba. The donation package that … READ MORE →

Women’s Tour of Qatar Stage 4 Final – Armistead Crowned Queen, Canada’s Kirchmann 39th

(Doha Corniche, Qatar) – After the dominance of Kirsten Wild these last few years, Lizzie Armitstead became the first British rider to win the Ladies Tour of Qatar. After her victory at the Commonwealth … READ MORE →

Job Opportunities – CSI Pacific, Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame, Sport Manitoba, 2017 Canada Summer Games

– Here are some recent job postings in the Canadian sports sector from CSI Pacific, Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame, two with Sport Manitoba, and an opportunity with the 2017 Canada Summer Games. Select … READ MORE →

Joyride 150’s 4th Annual Women’s Weekend Recap

(Markham,ON) – Last weekend, Jan 31-Feb 1, Joyride 150 hosted our 4th Annual Women’s Weekend! Participants came from all over the province and Quebec to sharpen up their bike skills, push themselves to try … READ MORE →

Job Opportunity – Sask Cycling Association Head Coach Application Deadline Extended to Feb. 17

– The SCA has extended the application deadline for the position of Provincial Cycling Head Coach. The applicant should possess the vision and energy to lead the Provincial High Performance Program. The Provincial Coach … READ MORE →


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