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UCI Cyclo-cross World Cup #7 – Vos, Pauwels Score

(Rome, Italy) – Marianne Vos (Ned) Rabobank Liv/Giant won round 7 of the women’s UCI Cyclo-cross World Cup in Rome on Sunday, besting Katie Compton (USA) Trek Cyclocross Collective strong favourite Katie Compton (USA) … READ MORE →

Anne Samplonius Retires – Now Coaching

(Boulder, CO) – Anne Samplonius, a professional cyclist originally from Montreal, has hung up her bike after a long and storied career. Samplonius, who turns 45 in February, is now living in Boulder, Colorado.

“It … READ MORE →

SkiTrax FIS Fantasy Tour de Ski 2012/13 Contest Standings after Stage 4 in Cortina-Toblach

(Toronto, ON) – We’re pleased to present the SkiTrax FIS Tour de Ski 2012/13 Fantasy Contest standings after stage 4 in Cortina-Toblach, Italy. Please note that there was a glitch with the spelling of Kristin … READ MORE →

Lance Armstrong to Confess?

– Lance Armstrong, the retired American cyclist stripped late last year of his seven Tour de France victories, is considering a confession, reports the New York Times. Until now, Armstrong has always vehemently denied … READ MORE →

Inaugural International Cyclefit Symposium Jan. 25-26 in London, UK

(London, UK) – The inaugural ICS takes place over two days in the heart of Covent Garden in Central London at The Design Centre on January 25th-26th (Wed and Thurs) from 8:45am – 6:30pm. … READ MORE →

Tour de France Organizers to Stage Event in Japan?

(Saitama City, Japan) – This October may see an event honouring the 100th anniversary of the Tour de France hosted in Saitama City, north of Tokyo reports The Japan Daily Press.
The event – which … READ MORE →

Cycling BC 4 Day Youth Track Camp Report

(Burnaby, B.C.) – Burnaby was the place to be for young aspiring cyclists over the holidays. 38 riders ranging from 11 to 18 years-old took part in the Cycling BC Youth Track Camp, coming … READ MORE →

Sad News – Burry Stander Killed While on Training Ride

(Shelly Beach, South Africa) – Acclaimed pro mountain bike rider, Burry Willie Stander (Team Specialized), has died following a collision with a taxi during a training ride. The 25-year-old South African cyclist finished fifth … READ MORE →

NYE Subway Cross – Race 1-2 Results

(Toronto, ON) – Here are the results from both races at New Year’s Eve Subway Cross on December 31, 2012, at King’s Mill Park in Toronto. Leslie Greene (Chain Reaction) won the women’s double-header. … READ MORE →

Pedal Magazine’s 2012 Cycling Award WINNERS

(Toronto, ON) – The final ballots are in and we’re pleased to announce the winners of Pedal Magazine’s 2012 Cycling Awards that recognize all categories including juniors, seniors, U23 and paracyclists from all disciplines … READ MORE →

Carbon Track Wheels Up for Grabs at FCV Youth Championship

(London, ON) – Youth Racers! Are you ready to take your speed and fitness to another level? The FCV is fortunate to have a great set of hand built, deep dish carbon track wheels … READ MORE →

MIVA New Year’s Day 15km Time Trial Report, Results

(Nanaimo, BC) – Despite the clear skies, only two riders showed up for the first MIVA time trial of 2013. Patrick Burnham was first to arrive, albeit with rear tire trouble. Luckily organiser Peter McC. … READ MORE →

Will Routley Signs with Accent.Jobs-Wanty

– Former Canadian Road Champ, Will Routley, previously with SpiderTech p/b C10 has signed with the Belgian Pro Continental team, Accent.Jobs-Wanty, for 2013. He joins other new team members Davy Commeyne, Jans Roy, Danilo … READ MORE →

Specialized and Sam Hill Part Ways in 2013

– Sam Hill and Specialized are going their separate ways starting in 2013. All of us at Specialized would like to send our thanks to Sam.  Thanks for the wins, time working on the … READ MORE →

FINAL Countdown for Pedal Magazine’s 2012 Cycling Awards – VOTE Deadline Extended

(Toronto, ON) – The final countdown has begun and there are still some very tight battles in Pedal Magazine‘s 2012 Cycling Awards honouring Canada’s top riders from this past season so we have decided … READ MORE →

Governor General Announces 91 New Appointments to the Order of Canada – Paracyclist Arnold Boldt Honoured

(Ottawa, ON) – His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, announced 91 new appointments to the Order of Canada on Dec. 30. The new appointees include two Companions (C.C.), 33 … READ MORE →

Superior Glass 4 Day p/b Wolfe Auto Group Night 4 Report and Results

(Burnaby. BC) – Tyler Farrar of Garmin Sharp continued on his winning streak from the previous night taking both the opening race and the feature ahead of Kyle Buckosky and Zak Kovalcik in both … READ MORE →

Pacific Cycling Centre Off-Season Upcoming Camps – Dec 31 Deadline

– The January 10-13, 2013 camp is the third PCC off-season winter training and part of PCC’s 2012-13 programs. It will focus on endurance, strength, core stability, flexibility and balance. The group rides aim to … READ MORE →

MIVA New Year’s Day TT

(Nanaimo, BC) – The Mid Island Velo Association (MIVA) is organising a New Year’s Day time trial if weather permits at Nanaimo River Road/White Rapids Road. Registration at 1:30pm – first off at 2:01pm. … READ MORE →

Superior Glass 4 Day presented by Wolfe Auto Group Night 3 Report and Results

(Burnaby. BC) – Tyler Farrar was mad at himself for missing the winning move on night two in the feature race. On night three he made no mistakes by taking out all three races … READ MORE →

Sad News BC’s David Kosick Passes Away

(Burnaby, BC) – After battling cancer for over two years, David Michael Kosick passed away peacefully at home in the early evening on Dec. 26, Boxing Day surrounded by his family. Born February 20, … READ MORE →

Superior Glass 4 Day presented by Wolfe Auto Group – Night 2 Report, Results

(Burnaby, BC) – Martin Vecchio, 26 from Detroit, MI was known to be a decent rider and had some credentials coming into the Superior Glass 4 Day presented by Wolfe Auto Group but he … READ MORE →

Pedal’s Holiday-Winter 2012 Cover Controversy

(Toronto, ON) – We’ve received several comments from readers regarding our final issue of the season, Pedal Holiday-Winter 2012, with Michael Barry featured on the cover. Local Toronto rider, Erik Box, posted the following … READ MORE →

Pedal Magazine’s 2012 Cycling Awards – VOTING Has Begun + NEW Categories

(Toronto, ON) – It’s time to vote for Canada’s top riders from this past season in ALL categories – juniors, seniors, U23 and paracyclists from all disciplines including road, MTB, DH, cyclocross, track and BMX. There … READ MORE →

Team Garmin-Sharp-Barracuda Announces 2013 Roster – Hesjedal to Lead Giro Team

– Team Garmin-Sharp-Barracuda today unveiled its 2013 roster, it’s youngest roster ever – with additions for 2013 including Rohan Dennis, Caleb Fairly, Lachlan Morton and Steele Von Hoff.
“We had our strongest season in the … READ MORE →


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