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2006 Cyclocross Nationals – Preview

November 11, 2006 (Nanaimo, B.C.) — The forecast for today’s 2006 National Cyclocross Championships in Nanaimo, B.C. calls for showers, mud and lots of fast, cross action. The 2.8-kilometre course was boggy for yesterday’s pre-ride, … READ MORE →

2006 Cyclocross Nationals – Start Lists

November 11, 2006 — Here are the start lists and schedule for today’s 2006 Cyclocross Nationals in Nanaimo, B.C. Stay tuned for live updates at pedalmag.com.– 8:30 am – Challenge Category, Mass Start, 30 minutes– … READ MORE →

Cycle4MS Racing Team News

November 10, 2006 – The Cycle4MS Racing Team is proud to announce their donation of $2,300 to the MS Society (Halton Chapter) on November 9th, 2006. These funds were raised through the team’s events … READ MORE →

L’équipe Vallée De L’aluminium Reveals Roster

November 10, 2006 – Canada’s newest UCI-sanctioned racing team, L’équipe Vallée de l’aluminium (EVA), officially revealed its team roster yesterday. The team, based in Quebec’s Saguenay-Lac St. Jean region, has been busy recruiting local talent … READ MORE →

Devo 2007 at Hardwood Hills

November 10, 2006 – Hardwood Hills is pleased to announce the launch of DEVO 2007. After another successful summer in 2006, Devo is expanding for 2007 to welcome riders of Peewee/Minime ages (10-14 yrs), … READ MORE →

2006 Alberta Provincial Cyclo-cross Team

November 10, 2006 – Good luck to the following riders selected to represent Alberta at the National Cyclo-cross Championships, occurring Saturday, November 11 in Nanaimo: -Mical Dyck (Terrascape, Elite Women)-Spencer Smitheman (Juventus, Junior Men)-Mike Bidniak … READ MORE →

ph2otography.ca Donates Photos for OCA Awards

November 10, 2006 – Special thanks to ph2otography.ca who generously donated many photos to the OCA. These photos will be used as the backdrop to our year-end photo plaque awards – including Provincial Champions … READ MORE →

Public Consultation – Crothers Woods Trails

November 10, 2006 – If you, or anyone you know, uses the trails on the west side of the Don River, between Pottery Road and the Millwood Bridge, we want to hear from you! This … READ MORE →

Cyclo-Cross Returns to Albion Hills

November 10, 2006 – Superfly Racing is proud to present “Albion Thrills Cyclo-Cross” on November 19th at the Albion Hills Conservation Area in Bolton.Organised by Albion Hills Trails Kingpin Sean Ruppel, the course is sure to … READ MORE →

Bicycles for Humanity Bike Drive West Vancouver: Great Success!!

November 9, 2006 – The Bicycles for Humanity Bike drive held last weekend in very rainy West Vancouver was a huge success. Students of Rockridge Secondary and Ridgeview Elementary, Parents and volunteers filled a 40 … READ MORE →

Louis Garneau Launches Biography

November 9, 2006 – As reported by the Journal de Montreal, Louis Garneau, president of the Quebec City-based sportswear company and bike manufacturer of the same name – and former Olympian cyclist – has just … READ MORE →

2006 Canadian National Cyclocross Champs Reg Closes Today

November 9, 2006 – Registration for this year’s National Cyclocross Championships closes today, Thursday, Nov. 9 at 7:00pm Pacific Time. There are NO exceptions. If you want to race on Saturday you must sign … READ MORE →

Canada Games and FAST Announce 07 Grant Programs

November 9, 2006 — The Canada Games Council (CGC) and the Foundation for Athletes and Sport Training (FAST) today announced the launch of the 3rd year of the Canada Games FAST Track athlete grant program.This … READ MORE →

Escape Velocity’s Toy/Food Drive 2006

November 9, 2006 – Come ride with Escape Velocity Cycling Club for a worthy cause, the “Peloton for Presents Toy Ride.” On Saturday November 18th, join us in a Toy/Food drive to benefit the Lower … READ MORE →

Team Trek Red Truck Racing Kicks Off 2007

November 9, 2006 – Fresh off a 2006 season which saw the Vancouver-based Team Trek Red Truck Racing rejuvenated with an influx of new talent, the 2007 version of the Team got together at the … READ MORE →

The Dre Report — La Ruta Stages 2, 3

November 8, 2006 (Costa Rica) – Well, the debates are raging – how much heat exhaustion, how much dehydration, dual suspension vs hardtail”¦ and finally is La Ruta a good race or a mad man’s … READ MORE →

Velolove Announcements!

November 8, 2006 — Here is the latest news for Velolove events and activities for the month of November.. First Annual CYCLE-OKE!. Pedal Revolutionary Bike Radio!. Midnight Mass Bike Ride. Stop Cooking The Planet Breakfast. … READ MORE →

Interview with Normon Thibault – 2006 Cyclocross Nationals Organizer

November 8, 2006 – As head organizer of the Canadian Cyclocross National Championships, Norm Thibault, the defending Masters 30-39 Cyclocross Champion and husband of Wendy Simms (BC, Velo Bella-Kona) – a favourite to win the … READ MORE →

Basso Rides For Discovery in 2007?

November 8, 2006 – According to news reports in Italy, 2006 Giro winner Ivan Basso will be riding for the American team Discovery in 2007. Discovery, reeling from a mediocre Tour de France with the … READ MORE →

La Ruta 2006 – Final Results

November 7, 2006 — Here are the final overall results from the 2006 La Ruta de los Conquistadores, held Nov. 3-5 in Costa Rica.Open Men1. Hector Leonardo Paez Leon (COL) Full Dynamix 14:01:522. Andrei Amador … READ MORE →

BMX Survey – Win Great Prizes!

November 7, 2006 – Hello to all OCA BMX Members and their families. It is that time of year again where we get to review how the 2006 Race Season progressed. This is where … READ MORE →

More Aurora Cross Photos

November 7, 2006 – Here are some more shots from the Aurora ‘Cross.

\’Cross Nats Update

November 7, 2006 – With our registration at almost 150 we have achieved the numbers that we needed to safely budget prize money to the Elite Men’s and Women’s races this Saturday. Although … READ MORE →

DNA Testing Proposed

November 7, 2006 – As reported by Associated Press, the doping scandals of 2006 have shaken professional cycling but new DNA tests may be implemented to stem the problem. UCI President, Pat McQuaid, recently stated … READ MORE →

USA Cycling Announces 2007 Race Schedule

November 7, 2006 (Colorado Springs, Colo.) – A total of $1.5 million is up for grabs to elite-level cyclists next year as USA Cycling announced plans for its 2007 National Racing Calendar. Entering its 11th … READ MORE →


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