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CCA-AGM 2006

November 19, 2006 (Ottawa, Ont.) — The CCA held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Ottawa this weekend, Nov. 17-19 with provincial delegates gathering from across the country to review existing programs and projects and … READ MORE →

Superprestige \’Cross – Round #3

November 19, 2006 – Here are some brief results from yesterday’s Superprestige in Asper-Gavere, Belgium: 1. Sven Nys (Bel) Rabobank … READ MORE →

OCA National \’Cross Champs Post-Race Report

November 19, 2006 – Last weekend, 20 OCA members made the pilgrimage to the 2006 National Cyclo-Cross Championships in Nanaimo, British Columbia. Organised by cyclo-cross master Wendy Simms and Norman Thibault, the Vancouver Island event … READ MORE →

USGP – # Round 5

November 19, 2006 – Here are some results from the USGP # 5, in Portland, Oregon:Men1 Ryan Trebon (Kona) 2 Tim Johnson (Cannondale – Cyclocrossworld.com) 3 Geoff Kabush (Maxxis) 4 Ben Jacques-Maynes (Cyclocrossworld.com) 5 Jonathan … READ MORE →

UCI Track World Cup #1 — Day 3 Final

November 19, 2006 (Sydney, Australia) – Four gold medals from Australia’s women and consistent performances across the board has seen Australia top the nation rankings at the end of the first round of the … READ MORE →

Provincial Minister Gordon Hogg Gets Schooled in Sprockids

November 18, 2006 – Thanks to the efforts of Sunshine Coast/Powell River MLA Nicholas Simons, I had the opportunity to present the Sprockids Program to the Honourable Gordon Hogg. Gordon is the minister responsible for … READ MORE →

UCI Track World Cup #1 — Day 2

November 18, 2006 (Sydney, Australia) — Here are the results from Day 2 at the UCI Track World Cup in Sydney, Australia.ResultsMorning SessionMen’s Sprint Qualifying 200m sprint 1 Craig Mclean (Great Britain) 10.309 (69.841 … READ MORE →

UCI Track World Cup #1 — Day 1

November 17, 2006 (Sydney, Australia) — Here are the results from the first day of racing at round one of the UCI Track World Cup in Sydney, Australia.ResultsMorning SessionMen’s Individual Pursuit – Qualifying 1 … READ MORE →

The Dre Report – Cyclocross Nationals 2006

November 17, 2006 (Beban Park, Nanaimo) – This is truly a sport for the all-around cyclist. Part road, part mountain, and part running – not summer, not winter, but saddle season (ha ha!). This is … READ MORE →

Methodology of Coaching BC Course

November 17, 2006 – Looking to Complete your NCCP level 2? Level 2 Methodology of Training is being offered December 2nd!Looking to start or complete your NCCP Level 2 certification? Methodology of Training is a … READ MORE →

BC Annual Awards Gala Postponed

November 17, 2006 – Many of us have been looking forward to the Cycling BC Annual Awards Gala, set to be held November 23rd at the UBC Boathouse. It is with great regret however, that … READ MORE →

Charles Dionne Interview

November 16, 2006 (Montreal, Quebec) – Charles Dionne announced yesterday that he had signed with the US-based Colavita/Sutter Home p/b Cooking Light men’s team for 2007. In early 2006, Dionne signed with Spanish-based Saunier … READ MORE →

Geoff Kabush Joins Symmetrics in 2007

November 16, 2006 (Vancouver, B.C.) – The rumours are true: One of Canada’s best mountain bike riders will be riding with Symmetrics Cycling in 2007. Geoff Kabush, one of the most recognizable riders on … READ MORE →

Interview with CCA’s new CEO – Lorraine Lafrenière

November 16, 2006 – The Canadian Cycling Association announced today that Lorraine Lafrenière has been appointed as their new Chief Executive Officer. She replaces Steve Lacelle, who resigned on Aug. 15, to seek new challenges … READ MORE →

Calyon Reacts to EVA’s Roster Raiding

November 16, 2006 — As reported on Veloptimum news broke yesterday in the Quebec daily Quotidien that Canada’s newest UCI-sanctioned team, Équipe Vallée de l’aluminium (EVA), has been trying to sign up Calyon Litespeed … READ MORE →

Marie-Hélène Prémont Teams up with Santa

November 16, 2006 – As reported in Quebec Hebdo, Marie-Hélène Prémont (Rocky Mountain/Business Objects) will be teaming up with Santa Claus on Saturday, November 25 at a Quebec City shopping mall. The Olympic silver medal … READ MORE →

CCA Names New CEO

November 16, 2006 (Ottawa, ON) — The Canadian Cycling Association (CCA) is proud to announce that Ms. Lorraine Lafrenière has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer / Secretary General. She will join CCA on January … READ MORE →

Register Now for Sport Events Congress 2007

November 16, 2006 – The largest sport events conference in Canada for industry professionals is coming to Canada’s capital region April 2-4 …. Sport Events Congress 2007!Sport Events Congress is widely recognized as the premier … READ MORE →

Hardwood Devo 2007 Team

November 16, 2006 – Devo is Ontario’s most successful youth development programs in mountain biking, representing nearly 50% of the junior expert field and with 1st and 2nd placing teams at the Ontario Summer … READ MORE →

Coaches Development Day at FCV

November 16, 2006 – On Saturday December 2, the Forest City Velodrome in London, ON is hosting a coaching workshop for Ontario coaches at 1:00 pm.Agenda:– 1:00 pm Motivation Through Goal Setting by Denise Kelly. … READ MORE →

French Lab Mislabeled Landis\’ Urine Sample

November 15, 2006 – According to a report today in Le Monde, the French laboratory that found Floyd Landis to have an abnormally high testosterone count at the 2006 Tour de France made an error … READ MORE →

Charles Dionne Signs with Colavita/Sutter Home

November 15, 2006 – Charles Dionne held a press conference today in Quebec City to announce that he has signed with Colavita/Sutter Home for 2007. Team manager, Jim Williams confirmed that Dionne has signed with … READ MORE →

Burnaby Velodrome to Host 6-Day Races

November 15, 2006 – Start off the New Year right! The Burnaby Velodrome will host a 6-Day event, from January 2nd to 7th, 2007. A race schedule is in the works and should be ready … READ MORE →

Albion Thrills Includes Free Meal

November 15, 2006 – With many unforeseeable cancellations wreaking havoc on the cyclo-cross schedule, a last-minute race has been added to the schedule. Sean Ruppel of Superfly Racing, with a little help from his friends, … READ MORE →

Ontario Cyclocross Championships 2006 News

November 15, 2006 – Midweek C.C. is pleased to announce a $1,200 cash prize purse if 120 riders pre-register before midnight on Thursday, November 23rd, for the Ontario Provincial Cyclo-Cross Championships scheduled for November … READ MORE →


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