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Dortmund Six Day – Day 1

October 28, 2006 – Here are results from the first day of the 65th Dortmund Six Day:Day 1: 1 Erik Zabel/ Bruno Risi (Milram) 64 ptsOne lap behind2 Robert Bartko/ Andreas Beikirch (Reinert) 41 pts3 … READ MORE →

Forest City Velodrome 6-day Races – Day 4

October 28, 2006 (London, ON) – After day four of the 6-Day bike races at London’s Forest City Velodrome the standings are closer than ever. Team Hamilton was the first to gain a lap … READ MORE →

Eric Van Den Eynde Resigns

October 27, 2006 – The resignation last week on October 18, of Eric Van Den Eynde as national coach of the Canadian national team seemed to spell controversy in the Canadian cycling milieu. It was … READ MORE →

Drug Free Sport New Zealand

October 27, 2006 – New Zealand’s Parliament has passed a Sports Anti-Doping Bill, according to Stuff, a news and information website in New Zealand. The Sports Minister, Trevor Mallard, said this puts the country at … READ MORE →

UCI Regrets the Confirmation of Active Bay’s Licence

October 28, 2006 – The UCI has acknowledged the decision of the Licences Commission, which today refused the CUPT’s request to withdraw the company Active Bay’s licence (Active Bay runs the Astana team, which formerly … READ MORE →

Team H&R Block — Looking for a Few Good Riders

October 27, 2006 – Team H&R Block is coming off a successful first year as an Alberta based team. We are looking to build on our success by adding a few dedicated racers to … READ MORE →

Cross on the Rock #3 — “Cowboy Cross” at Luxton Fairgrounds

October 27, 2006 — The third stop in the 2006 Vancouver Island Cross Cup will be held at the Luxton Fairgrounds, Metchosin in greater Victoria this Sunday, October 29. This event will be called “Cowboy … READ MORE →

Robert Brisson’s Brother Seeks Public Help

October 27, 2006 (Montreal, QC) – Canadian Press and LCN.Canoe have reported that the police are still investigating the hit-and-run death of well-known Quebec cyclist Robert Brisson, who was killed while returning home from work … READ MORE →

UCI Cross Rankings – Men and Women

October 27, 2006 – Here are the latest UCI ‘Cross rankings for both men and women:Women1. Hanka Kupfernagel (Ger) 300 points2. Marianne Vos (Ned) 2603. Helen Wyman (GBr) 2504. Laurence Leboucher (Fra) 1905. Reza Hormes-Ravenstein (Ned) 1706. Susanne Juranek (Ger) 1607. … READ MORE →

Bicycles for Humanity Bike Drive West Reminder

October 27, 2006 – Just a reminder that the Bicycles for Humanity Bike Drive in West Vancouver is fast approaching. All donations of bikes and $20 or more will be entered into a draw to … READ MORE →

Charles Dionne Update

October 27, 2006 – Charles Dionne (Saunier Duval-Prodir) was interviewed by the Journal de Quebec on Wednesday (Oct. 25) on the eve of his leg surgery. “I am glad that it’s going to happen, … READ MORE →

Naked Cross Bike Stolen

October 27, 2006 – It makes me feel ill just writing this. I recently built a beautiful fully custom Naked cross bike for a woman in Vancouver. She had been working towards this bike for … READ MORE →

TDF Director Prudhomme Claims It\’s a Witch Hunt

October 26, 2006 — The new Director of the Tour de France, Christian Prudhomme, claims that reducing the duration of the three-week Tour “amounts to a witch hunt” according to a recent AFP report. The … READ MORE →

Doctor Clara Hughes!

October 26, 2006 — The Manitoban published the following story of the University of Manitoba’s 39th annual fall convocation where Clara Hughes and Cindy Klassen were both honoured with honorary Doctor of Law degrees — … READ MORE →

Catharine Pendrel Interview

October 26, 2006 – Catharine Pendrel (BC, Norco Factory Team) is quickly establishing herself among Canada’s top female cross country mountain bikers following a breakthrough season during which she recently won a silver medal … READ MORE →

2007 Tour de France Route Revealed

October 26, 2006 – Today the 2007 Tour route was revealed in Paris, France. With many of the top riders not showing up – either out of protest because of the ongoing Operacion Puerto, the … READ MORE →

VeloLove News

October 26, 2006 – Here is the latest from VeloLove:Friday, October 27, 2006Halloween Critical Mass Ride and Roll!Join fellow scarry bicyclists, skaters, and bladers for a costumed ride and roll through the streets of Vancouver. … READ MORE →

CCA News

October 26, 2006 – Here are some updates from the CCA:2008 UCI BMX event registrationPlease note that the registration period for the 2008 UCI BMX event is now open until December 15, 2006. Promoters who … READ MORE →

Gord Singleton Interview

October 26, 2006 – Mike Tierney from the Forest City Velodrome contacted us today to let us know about a great interview with legendary Canadian trackie Gord Singleton at Fixed Gear Fever. To read the … READ MORE →

UCI Appeals for United Front Against Doping – New Measures

October 26, 2006 – Mr. Pat McQuaid, UCI President, and Mrs. Anne Gripper, Anti-Doping Services Manager, spoke at the AIGCP Assembly (International Association of Professional Cycling Teams) in Paris on October 25.Mrs. Gripper gave a … READ MORE →

Kranked 6 – Toronto Premiere

October 25, 2006 – KRANKED 6 from Radical Films will premiere here in Toronto on November 2. From the same people who brought you the massive party of the ROAM Premiere earlier this year, we … READ MORE →

Bart Brentjens Signs with Dolphin Bike Team

October 25, 2006 — Mountain bike legend Bart Brentjens has signed with the Dutch trade team Dolphin. Brentjens will be riding with Dolphin until the 2008 Olympics and will be staying on the team in … READ MORE →

OCA 2007 Calendar Preparation

October 25, 2006 – It is time to plan the 2007 cycling season. The OCA will announce the 2007 calendar on December 1st. The 2007 Event Permit application forms will be available on our website … READ MORE →

Mike\’s Bike Shop Cup – Boo-Cross!

October 25, 2006 – The Mike’s Bike Shop Cup will end on a high note tomorrow night (October 26th) with the Boo-Cross special. Cyclists are welcome to bring their kids dressed in their Halloween costumes … READ MORE →

Zach Bell Joins Symmetrics

October 24, 2006 – Symmetrics Cycling is pleased to announce that one of Canada’s best track riders, Zach Bell, will be part of the road and track program for 2007. From Whitehorse, the Yukon, … READ MORE →


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