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La Ruta – Day 4 Final – Surviving Epic La Ruta and a Stage Win

November 17, 2008 (Limon, Costa Rica) – I survived La Ruta! To be able to say that should command a lot of respect, because it is definitely the hardest thing I’ve ever done, and I … READ MORE →

USGP of Cyclocross #4 – Mercer Cup – Simms 4th

November 16, 2008 (West Windsor, New Jersey) – It was Georgia Gould (Luna Women’s MTB Team) again along with Todd Wells (Team GT) taking the USGP #4 Mercer Cup on Sunday with Canada’s … READ MORE →

BVC Bare Bones Report and Results

November 16, 2008 – Today concluded a successful weekend of Bare Bones racing for 63 racers in five categories representing Ontario, BC, Alberta and Washington. A summer’s Learn To Rides stacked the C field … READ MORE →

CanAmQue Challenge – Nov 29

November 16, 2008 (London, ON) – The Forest City Velodrome is pleased to announce the CanAmQue Challenge 2008 on Nov. 29 at 7pm. The 138m indoor cycling facility will see many of Canada’s top … READ MORE →

Willow Beach Cross Results

November 16, 2008 (Port Hope, ON) — Here are the full results from the 3rd annual Willow Beach Cross presented by Imapala Bicycles on Sunday November 16 in Port Hope, ON.Results U17 Men/Women 1M Jason … READ MORE →

USGP of Cyclocross #3 – Mercer Cup – Simms 5th

November 16, 2008 (West Windsor, New Jersey) – Georgia Gould (Luna Women’s MTB Team) and Tim Johnson (Cyclocrossworld/Cannondale) topped the podium on Saturday at the Mercer Cup, USGP of Cyclocross #3 in West Windsor, … READ MORE →

La Ruta 2008 – Day 3 — Ups, Downs and Inspiration

November 16, 2008 (Aquiares, Costa Rica) – Due to internet access problems we were unable to bring readers Sandra’s Day 3 report on Friday or Saturday. We finally received it and appreciate everyone’s understanding. … READ MORE →

Superprestige #3 – Compton and Nys Win

November 16, 2008 (Gavere, Belgium) – Katherine Compton (USA) Spike Shooter and Sven Nys (Bel) Landbouwkrediet took the round #3 of the Superprestige Cyclocross series in Gavere, Belgium on Sunday. Daphny Van Den Brand … READ MORE →

La Ruta 2008 — Stage 4 Final Report, Full Results, GC, Photos – Ramirez Wins

November 15, 2008 (Playa Bonita of Limón, Costa Rica) – Federico Ramirez (BCR-Pizza Hut) is the king of the Conquistadores winning his fifth La Ruta today. “This is definitely my favorite race. That’s my main … READ MORE →

La Ruta de los Conquistadores Connection

November 15, 2008 (Costa Rica) – We received an email and some photos today from Emilia Gomez whose son Andres De La Vega Gomez (Crc) Elibyke is competing at La Ruta for the first time … READ MORE →

Ontario 2008 Cyclocross Championships – Nov. 23

November 15, 2008 (Toronto, ON) – The 2008 Ontario Cyclocross Championships will be held at Riverdale Parke in east Toronto (next to Don Valley and Broadview). Outstanding features include a “ride through beer tent”, and … READ MORE →

2008 Nova Scotia Cyclocross Championships – Registration Open

November 15, 2008 (Halifax, Nova Scotia) – 2008 Nova Scotia Provincial Cyclocross Championships presented by the Cyclesmith Cycling Club and sanctioned by Bicycle Nova Scotia will be held on Sunday, December 7 at Seaview Look … READ MORE →

Tour de Georgia Cancelled for 2009

November 15, 2008 (Atlanta, GA) – Following the conclusion of a very successful 2008 Tour de Georgia presented by AT&T, the Board of Directors of the Tour de Georgia Foundation, Inc., announced Friday their plans … READ MORE →

La Ruta 2008 — Stage 3 Report, Full Results, GC, Photos – Ramírez in Charge

November 14, 2008 (Aquiares of Turrialba, Costa Rica) – Federico Ramírez (BCR-Pizza Hut) confirmed he’s the big favorite to win this year’s La Ruta de los Conquistadores to claim his fifth title and second … READ MORE →

Dan Proulx Selected as National Team Manager for 2009 CX Worlds

November 14, 2008 – The Canadian Cycling Association is pleased to announce the selection of Dan Proulx as the National Team Manager for the 2009 Cyclo-Cross World Championships in Hoogerheide Netherlands on January 31 and … READ MORE →

2009 Crank The Shield – Registration Now Open

November 14, 2008 – Following 2008’s success, Crank The Shield is destined to become a perennial classic that attracts endurance riders from around North America. Last year’s participants are going to notice many … READ MORE →

La Ruta 2008 – Day 2 – Ode to the Potato

November 14, 2008 (San Jose, Costa Rica) — I had a great sleep last night. I set my alarm for 4:30 am, which I calculated would have given me time for breakfast and prep before … READ MORE →

Intermontane Challenge: Tinker and Thule on Board

November 14, 2008 – The Intermontane Challenge and its unique “cloverleaf” course design filled with epic BC single-track has drawn top talent from the US and Canada in its solo men’s category. For the inaugural … READ MORE →

Banff Designs Factory Sale – Nov. 29

November 14, 2008 (Toronto, ON) – Banff Designs is pleased to announce our annual factory warehouse sale of Canada’s premiere outer wear featuring Gortex, Protex, Arctic and Polartec fleece, “as is” merchandise, seconds, factory … READ MORE →

La Ruta 2008 — Stage 2 Report, Full Results, GC, Photos – Montoya Wins

November 13, 2008 (Tres Ríos, Costa Rica) – Costa Rica’s Paolo Montoya (Economy Rent a Car-Seven Capital) reduced the gap in the General Classification between himself and race leader Federico Ramírez (BCR-Pizza Hut) at this … READ MORE →

Cervélo TestTeam Welcomes Castelli as a New Sponsor

November 13, 2006 (Ebikon, Switzerland) – Cervélo TestTeam is pleased to announce that Castelli has become a sponsor of the team. “Castelli is very excited to become a partner of the Cervélo TestTeam and will … READ MORE →

The World Indoor Cyclocross Championships of the World

November 13, 2008 – On Saturday, Nov. 8, Alberta-based cyclocrossers and cycling enthusiasts woke up like kids on Christmas morning and headed out to Springbank to participate in the inaugural Veloplzen Cycling Club, World Indoor … READ MORE →

La Ruta 2008 – Day 1 – Surviving the Toughest Day

November 13, 2008 (San Jose, Costa Rica) – For the record, I would like to state that mountain bike stage racing is nothing like racing an MTB World Cup. I really can’t think of any … READ MORE →

BC Bike Race Announces Official Singlespeed Categories

November 13, 2008 (Vancouver B.C.) – The BC Bike Race has finalized plans to host two Singlespeed Categories in the upcoming 2009 event (June 28-July 4). Leader’s jerseys will be awarded in both the Open … READ MORE →

Trial Begins in Calgary for Slain Cyclist

November 13, 2008 (Calgary, AB) – The trial for the shooting death of cyclist Brian Kullman, whose body was found Nov. 10, 2006, by hikers in Kananaskis Country, was scheduled to begin Nov. 11 reports … READ MORE →


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