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UCI Track World Cup #2 – Day 3 Results

November 22, 2008 (Melbourne, Australia) – Here are results from Day 3 of the UCI Track World Cup #2 taking place in Melbourne, Australia, which runs from November 20-22. There are no Canadians competing in … READ MORE →

FOX Racing Shox – Warning Against Fork Modification

November 22, 2008 – FOX Racing Shox has issued a warning against modifying shocks, particularly about the dangers of modifying 26″ wheel shocks to fit 29″ wheels. Please read on for more details.To all FOX … READ MORE →

BTAC & Clean Air Foundation Sign National Bike Incentive Program

November 22, 2008 – Environment Canada has awarded the Clean Air Foundation (a national environmental not-for-profit) $76 million to implement a national vehicle scrappage program that is scheduled to run from January 2009 to March … READ MORE →

The Many Faces of CX World Champion Lars Boom

November 21, 2008 – Current CX World Champion Lars Boom (Ned) Rabobank has as slew of victories under his belt with a passion and talent for winning that few can match. The Dutch cyclist born … READ MORE →

Movie Night with The Hub Bicycle Shop – Nov. 30

November 21, 2008 – Check out Movie Night with The Hub Bicycle Shop featuring “The Nine Ball Diaries” starring U.S. cyclocross star racer Tim Johnson with a special appearance by M1 National Cyclocross Champion, Peter … READ MORE →

UCI Track World Cup #2 – Days 1 and 2 Results

November 21, 2008 – Here are the results from the first two days of racing at the UCI Track World Cup #2 in Melbourne, Australia on from Nov. 20-22. There are no Canadians competing.ResultsMen’s … READ MORE →

2009 National Road, Track and Paracycling Calendar Released

November 21, 2008 (Ottawa, ON) — Twelve events will be presented in 2009, ten of which being sanctioned by the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI). The season will start with Le Défi Sportif in Montréal from … READ MORE →

EV Grand Prix of ‘Cross/Provincial Cyclocross Championships – Preview

November 21, 2008 – South West British Columbia, with its relatively balmy winter climate, has become a hot bed for cyclocross racing. There are two organized cyclocross series in the area, the Vancouver-based BC Cyclocross … READ MORE →

2009 BMX National Calendar

November 20, 2009 (Ottawa, ON) — The Canadian Cycling Association (CCA) is pleased to announce the 2009 BMX National Calendar. The Canadian BMX Championships will be hosted by Kingston, Ontario on June 20-21. This will … READ MORE →

Escape Velocity Grand Prix of Cyclo-Cross Venue Change – Nov. 23

November 20, 2008 – Please note the Escape Velocity Grand Prix of Cyclo-Cross and BC Provincial Championships venue coming up on November has changed, and will now take place this Sunday at Foreshore Park in … READ MORE →

2008 OCA Cycling Celebration – SOLD OUT! Updated

November 20, 2008 (Toronto, ON) – The OCA contacted us to let us know that the 2008 Cycling Celebration Awards Night, this Saturday, November 22 is now sold out. There are 10 tickets still available … READ MORE →

Cross on the Rock – Final Race – November 22nd

November 20, 2008 – Wendy and I just got back from the USGP Race #3 and #4 last weekend in New Jersey. After racing that course last weekend, well I have to say that perhaps … READ MORE →

Dave Smutok Joins Rocky Mountain Bicycles for 2009

November 20, 2008 (Vancouver B.C) – Rocky Mountain Bicycles is proud to announce the signing of legendary freerider, trail builder, and former XC ski champion Dave Smutok to the RMB Squad.“I’ve seen Dave compete several … READ MORE →

CCA Track Performance Development Camp #2

November 19, 2008 (Burnaby, BC) – Over the past three days 18 cyclists were put through their paces at the Burnaby Velodrome in British Columbia, at the second CCA Performance Development camp looking ahead to … READ MORE →

Vancouver Double Cross Weekend – BC Cup Finals and Provincial CX Championships

November 18, 2008 – This weekend, the Lower Mainland Cyclocross season will conclude with the final two races in a very busy season. On Saturday, Team Peninsula Cycles is hosting the Cyclocross BC Cup Final … READ MORE →

Emotions: The Ultimate Photo Book by Cor Vos

November 19, 2008 (Holland) – Emotions, the ultimate photo book by renowned cycling photographer Cor Vos, is a unique and prestigious photo document. The hardcover classy book is a walk through the glorious career of … READ MORE →

CAAWS In the Loop Newsletter – November 2008

November 19, 2008 – Here’s the latest news from CAAWS – Canadian Association for the Advancement of Women and Sport and Physical Activity, including info on the new CAAWS Chair, upcoming workshops and events, … READ MORE →

Calling all BC Road Race Organizers!

November 19, 2008 – Cycling BC is putting a call out to those wishing to organize a Road Event for 2009. Potential organizers must fill out an application prior to the Road Organizer’s Meeting … READ MORE →

Norco Releases ‘Trials of Life’ Video

November 19, 2008 – Norco Performance Bikes is proud to present its newest online video release: Ryan Leech, Trials of life. This insightful video runs through Ryan Leech’s successful ‘Trials of Life’ motivational speaking … READ MORE →

World’s Fastest Man Wins at Unofficial All Mountain Classic

November 18, 2008 (Heriot Bay, B.C) – Sam Whittingham found the podium twice at the first annual “Unofficial All Mountain Classic” bicycle event hosted by the Heriot Bay Inn (HBI) on Quadra Island, BC. … READ MORE →

Ontario Cycle Tourism 2009 Forum – Early Bird Registration

November 18, 2008 – I would like to invite you to attend the Ontario Cycle Tourism Forum, January 23, 2009 at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel in Toronto. We are offering Early Bird Registration starting … READ MORE →

Mathieu Toulouse Retires

November 18, 2008 – Mathieu Toulouse sent us the following note about his retirement from racing. We join cycling fans across Canada and around the world wishing him the very best in his future endeavours.After … READ MORE →

Christian Meier Named New Brunswick’s Athlete of the Year

November 18, 2008 (Fredericton, NB) – Sport NB hosted its 15th Annual Pitney Bowes Sports Awards Saturday, November 15th in Caraquet. The event celebrates the best in New Brunswick sporting community and had a special … READ MORE →

Cyclocross BC Cup Cross(Port)Coquitlam Report and Results

November 18, 2008 – On Saturday, November 15, Team Escape Velocity hosted Cross(Port)Coquitlam! at the beautiful Lions Way Park in scenic Port Coquitlam. Lions Way Park is a new BC Cyclocross Cup venue and based … READ MORE →

D\’Ornellas 20th Anniversary Open House Celebrations

November 17, 2008 (Toronto, ON) – At D’Ornellas Bike Shop’s 20th Anniversary Open House on Saturday, Nov. 15 a jubilant crowd gathered despite the rain outside to reminisce and celebrate the shop’s vibrant … READ MORE →


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