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Garneau-Québecor Wins Road Team of the Year Award at FQSC Gala

(Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures, QC) – Yesterday, the Garneau-Québecor team was awarded the top high performance road team of 2012 by the Fédération québécoise des sports cyclistes (FQSC) in Victoriaville.
Rémi Pelletier-Roy was present at the awards gala … READ MORE →

Intro to Joyride: A Bike Skills Clinic for Beginners and XC Riders

(Markham, ON) – Come to Joyride on 3 consecutive Tuesdays to improve your skills and learn to maximize the bike park. If you are looking to improve your bike skills, Joyride is the place … READ MORE →

COTR #6: Binab Property Group GP at Western Speedway Report

(Nanaimo, B.C.) – Here is the report from Cross on the Rock #6 Binab Property Group GP at Western Speedway, plus more news from Cross on the Rock. Check out this telling testimonial received … READ MORE →

Ontario Cycling Association Announces 1st Annual Coach Excellence Weekend – Dec. 8-9

(Toronto, ON) – The OCA is excited to host the first ever Coach Excellence Weekend in Cycling taking place in Toronto on Dec. 8-9.
Date – Saturday and Sunday December 8-9 2012
Place – Canadian Sport … READ MORE →

Superior Glass Track Classic at Burnaby Velodrome a Huge Success

(Burnaby, BC) – The November 9-11 long weekend saw the first large race event at the Burnaby Velodrome for the 2012-13 season. The Superior Glass Track Classic attracted over ninety riders from Alberta, WA … READ MORE →

SkiTrax FIS Fantasy World Cup 2012/13 Contest – Registration NOW OPEN

(Toronto, ON) – For Nordic ski fans around the globe we’re pleased to announce the launch of our annual SkiTrax FIS Fantasy World Cup 2012/13 Contest for contestants around the world. This is the first … READ MORE →

Ride with Rendall Hammer and Anvil CX Race Day 2 Results

(Nepean, ON) – Overnight rain made for greasy slick conditions on Day 2 at the Ride with Rendall Hammer and Anvil CX as Derrick St. John (Stevens) made it two in a row taking … READ MORE →

US Gran Prix of Cyclocross Derby City Cup Day 2 Report, Results – Harlton 11th, McNeely 17th

(Louisville, KY) –  Once again sunny skies and unseasonably warm temperatures greeted riders again for day two of the Trek US Grand Prix of Cyclocross presented by Greenware® and WD-40 Bike. All eyes were … READ MORE →

FQSC Annual 2012 Awards and Presentations

(Victoriaville, QC) – About 300 people are meeting here today at the Hôtel Le Victorin for the FQSC awards and presentations following yesterday’s AGM proceedings and Pedal is on site to cover the event. Among … READ MORE →

UCI Statement on Reform of the Professional Road Cycling Calendar

– The International Cycling Union confirms that it has been in discussions with Omega Pharma-QuickStep owner Zdenek Bakala and his business partner Bessel Kok since late 2011 about the possible development of the professional … READ MORE →

Ride with Rendall Hammer and Anvil CX Race Day 1 Full Results

(Nepean, ON) – Natasha Elliott (The Cyclery) and Derrick St. John (Stevens) took top honours on Day 1 at the Ride with Rendall Hammer and Anvil CX Race in Nepean National Equestrian Park. Conditions were bone dry and … READ MORE →

US Gran Prix of Cyclocross Derby City Cup Day 1 Report, Results – Harlton 7th

(Louisville, KY) – The Trek US Gran Prix of Cyclocross p/b Greenware® and WD-40 Bike raced into Louisville, KY for the third stop of the 2012 Series. Raced under unseasonably gorgeous conditions, spectators enjoyed … READ MORE →

Gillian Carleton Signs with Specialized-lululemon for 2013

–  After an exciting and successful first year, Team Specialized-lululemon moves into 2013 with an increased mission to help grow the sport of women’s cycling and to get more women riding bikes.
The team will … READ MORE →

Canada’s Ryan Roth and Ryan Anderson Sign w/Champion System Pro Cycling

– The Champion System Pro Cycling Team is adding a pair of Canadians to its roster for the 2013 season with the signings of Ryan Anderson and Ryan Roth.
General Manager Ed Beamon said he … READ MORE →

Team H&R BLOCK Congratulates Rob Britton

– Team H&R BLOCK would like to congratulate Rob Britton on signing a Pro deal with Team Raleigh, a Professional Cycling Team out of the UK.
Rob was an instrumental rider for Team H&R Block … READ MORE →

Cycling Coaches Honoured at Sport Leadership Awards Gala

(Montreal, QC) – Canada’s top coaches and sport administrators were honoured at the Petro-Canada Sport Leadership Awards Gala, hosted by the Coaching Association of Canada (CAC), on Friday night at the Hyatt Regency Montreal.
“Each … READ MORE →

Jamie Sparling Announces His Retirement

– Late last week Alberta’s Jamie Sparling announced his retirement after 14 years in cycling to pursue a career with a finance firm in Victoria, BC.  The colourful Calgary native has spent the last … READ MORE →

2013 UCI World CX Championships Course Preview, Photos – USGP Derby City Cup Offers Dry Run

(Louisville, KY) – The final test run for the 2013 UCI World Elite Cyclo-cross Championships powered by Exergy is being held this weekend at the Eva Bandman Park in Louisville, KY. The Trek US … READ MORE →

Cycling BC Announces Plan for Multi-Sport Event Center, Cypress Mtn Bike Park Task Force

(Vancouver, B.C.) – Cycling BC, in partnership with Field Hockey BC, is pleased to announce our intentions to secure funding and land for the purpose of constructing a major Multi-Sport Event Center.
The cornerstone of … READ MORE →

COTR #6 BPGGP Preview and More

(Nanaimo, BC) – Start narrowing down your submissions or get out there on Sunday and take a prize winning photo for our Photo Contest. We will be opening up our gallery after the race … READ MORE →

Team Raleigh UK Signs Canada’s Rob Britton

– After a highly successful 2012, Team Raleigh have undergone a significant rebuild as part of their planned progression, bringing in a number of very strong and experienced riders to complete a formidable line … READ MORE →

Ride with Rendall Hammer and Anvil CX Race

(Ottawa, ON) – RWR will be hosting its 4th annual Hammer & Anvil cyclo-cross double-header with two days of racing on the weekend of November 10 – 11, 2012 at the Nepean National Equestrian Park in … READ MORE →

2013 OCA Road and MTB Event Expression of Interest Forms Now Available

– Attention all new and returning road & MTB organizers. The 2013 Expression of Interest form is now available for download. Please take the time to review the first page since there have been … READ MORE →

SpiderTech’s Boily and Boivin Sign with Cannondale Pro Cycling

– Former SpiderTech p/b C10 riders David Boily and Guillaume Boivin have signed with Cannondale Pro Cycling Team (formerly Liquigas-Cannondale). The Italian-based WorldTour team notably includes Ivan Basso on its 28-man roster.
“Yesterday’s miss-matched picture … READ MORE →

Editorial – Can Lance Armstrong Redeem Himself?

– Cycling legend, cancer survivor, bestselling author, global philanthropist and multimedia icon Lance Armstrong recently descended into a world of controversy, humiliation and public shame. Last month his entire professional life, charity work and … READ MORE →


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