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West Coast Style Launches MTB Instructional Series

March 1, 2009 – In February 2009 West Coast Style launched their new website. The site features a Mountain Bike Instructional Series with e-books and videos formated for quick download to your computer or handheld … READ MORE →

Omloop Het Nieuwsblad – Full Results, Photos – Hushovd Wins

February 28, 2009 (Gent, Belgium) – Thor Hushovd (Nor) Cervelo Test Team was back on the top spot of the podium on Saturday winning the 203km Omloop Het Nieuwsblad over Kevyn Ista (Bel) Agritubel in … READ MORE →

Vuelta Ciclista Independencia – Stages 3-6 – Dion-Poitras 6th Overall

February 28, 2009 (Barahona, Dominican Republic) – Canada’s Joel Dion-Poitras (Can) TourdeQuebec.com is 6th overall following Stage 6, San Cristobal – Barahona, 163km, where he finished 20th. Team mate Jean Michel Lachance is 2nd … READ MORE →

Cancellation of U23 European Program in April

February 28, 2009 – The Canadian Cycling Association has decided not to hold a spring competition project in Europe for the U23 athletes. Most U23 targeted athletes have declined the CCA’s offer to participate … READ MORE →

Cycling BC Bike Swap 2009 – Mar. 20-22

February 28, 2009 (Vancouver, B.C.) – Do you have a bike, wheel or set of forks you would like to sell? Or is time to upgrade to something new? Stop by the Cycling BC Bike … READ MORE →

CAAWS In the Loop Newsletter – February 2009

February 28, 2009 – Here is the latest from the Canadian Association for Advancement of Women in Sport (CAAWS), including the extension of the nomination deadline for the CAAWS Marion Lay “Herstorical” Award, the announcement … READ MORE →

Ryder Hesjedal Video Update

February 27, 2008 – Check out the latest video tour with Canada’s Ryder Hesjedal of the Garmin Slipstream in Girona, Spain and Hesjedal’s blog. Ryder will be posting video blogs throughout the 2009 … READ MORE →

Axel Merckx Supports Inaugural Ride to Conquer Cancer in BC

February 27, 2009 (Kelowna, BC) — Olympic medalist and eight-time Tour de France competitor Axel Merckx stands with bike shop owners Jim and Owen outside Fresh Air Experience showing their support for the inaugural Ride … READ MORE →

CCA Seeks Paracycling Coordinator

February 27, 2009 (Ottawa, ON) — The CCA is searching for a sport coordinator, paracycling, to support the successful delivery of the national team program. The coordinator will partner with the national sport … READ MORE →

Women’s Tour of New Zealand – Stages 1-3 Final – Halliday Wins

February 27, 2009 (New Zealand) – Amber Halliday (Aus) MB Cycles Team-Australia won the Women’s Tour of New Zealand held Feb. 25-27 with China’s Min Gao (Giant Pro Cycling Team-China in second and … READ MORE →

New Book – Custom Bicycles: A Passionate Pursuit

February 27, 2009 – A new book on cycling looks at the people, many of them legendary, behind the world’s custom bicycle industry. Featuring bike makers from the United States, the UK, Italy, Germany, France … READ MORE →

Job Opportunity – True Sport Community Animator

February 27, 2009 – In partnership with the True Sport Foundation and with support from the Ontario Trillum Foundation, the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport (CCES) has an immediate opening for a dedicated individual … READ MORE →

Tour de Kootenays Cancelled

February 27, 2009 – The Tour de Kootenays, only one of three UCI America Tour races in Canada, has been cancelled in its early planning stages because of too many hurdles placed in the organizer’s … READ MORE →

Doug Preston Memorial

February 27, 2009 – Our hearts are heavy at this time. We are in the midst of planning a social function to celebrate the life of our recently deceased team-mate Doug Preston. I am putting … READ MORE →

RWR/Peak Winter Racing Series – Stage 12

February 27, 2009 – Stage 12 presented riders with one of the hardest stages to date in the Ride with Rendall/ Peak Winter Series. Not only was stage 12 riddled with climbs from the get … READ MORE →

Lance Armstrong Memorabilia Auction to Benefit Disabled Athlete Statue

February 27, 2009 – Cara Dunne-Yates, daughter of Cross Country Ski Areas Association (CCSAA) marketing agent, Mike Dunne, was the first recipient of The Spirit of Survivorship presented by the Lance Armstrong Foundation and the … READ MORE →

7th Expodium Montreal Bicycle Show a Success

February 25, 2009 (Montreal, QC) – Quebec’s largest Show dedicated exclusively to cycling and cycle touring took place on February 20, 21 and 22, 2009 at Place Bonaventure. A total of 18,917 bicycle buffs … READ MORE →

Winterborne Offer Spring Pro Bike Mechanics Course

February 25, 2009 (Guelph, ON) – Winterborne Bicycle Institute (WBI) announces an additional early-season offering of their premier “Pro Bike Mechanics” course. This will help to meet demand reflected in growing wait lists for … READ MORE →

30th Vuelta Independencia – Stages 1 and 2

February 25, 2009 (Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic) – Here is some news from the Tour de Quebec Team at the 30th Vuelta Independencia in the Dominican Republic. We just finished the second stage in Santo … READ MORE →

Local Ride Racing Launches Elite Women’s MTB Team

February 24, 2009 (Coquitlam, B.C.) – The Local Ride Women’s Elite Mountain Bike Team, based in B.C.’s Greater Vancouver Area, are making their debut this season, featuring a roster stacked with talent and poised to … READ MORE →

Canadian Paralympic Hall of Fame Call for Nominations 2009

February 24, 2009 – The Canadian Paralympic Committee (CPC) is inviting Canadians to submit nominations to be considered for the Canadian Paralympic Hall of Fame. CPC recognizes and celebrates those who have contributed to the … READ MORE →

2009 Toronto Bike Show Dirt Comps – Mar. 13-15

February 24, 2009 (Toronto, ON) – In conjunction with The Toronto International Bicycle Show, the 2009 Toronto Bike Show Dirt Comps promise new challenges for riders and a great show for spectators. Three separate race … READ MORE →

Nominations Open for 2008 CABC Coach of the Year Awards

February 24, 2009 – The purpose of the CABC Coach of the Year Awards is to recognize a history and dedication to coaching in British Columbia. Each recipient will be selected for their outstanding achievement … READ MORE →

Interview with Ivan Basso

February 23, 2009 (California) — We had several conversations and communications with Italy’s Ivan Basso (Liquigas) at the Tour of California before his ill-fated pre-time trial accident in Solvang. Basso is making a comeback … READ MORE →

Memo From the CCA Chief Technical Officer

February 23, 2009 (Ottawa, ON) – A few weeks ago you would have read on our website the proposed programs for the 2009 season. While there will be information made available to you in the … READ MORE →


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