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May 31: BC Superweek...

May 31, 2004 – The “Teutonic Terror” and the “Canadian Streak” are the main
attractions in what is expected to be the best, the fastest and the most
competitive BC Superweek of cycling in Delta, … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 31: Pro Walk/Pro Bike Registration...

May 30, 2004 – Registration is open for Pro Walk/Pro Bike at the Victoria Conference Centre (September 7-10) through the National Centre for Bicycling and Walking in Washington, DC. Registration links can be found through … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 31: Giro d’Italia 2004 – Wrap...

May 30, 2004 – Today’s final stage of the Giro d’Italia was raced from Clusone to Milano, a distance of 149K, with tremendous crowds on hand to welcome home their new national hero, 23-year-old … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 30: Canada Cup DH #2 – Mt....

May 30, 2004 (Mt. Tremblant, Quebec) — All the racers agreed that the
second course on the Canada Cup DH circuit was a physically demanding one
because of its long duration (over four minutes) and prolonged sections
that … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 30: MTB World Cup XC #2 –...

May 30, 2004 — Canadian mountain bikers following the European leg of the
World Cup circuit are working hard to keep up their world-class reputation,
but illness, injury and bad luck have been making it difficult. This … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 30: Auclair DH Mesh...

This durable, full fingered, Amara-palmed glove is made with neoprene, a terry back, and comes with Velcro closures. Mesh air-flow fabric provides ventilation for cool hands and a snug fit. Available in four colours, and … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 30: Garneau Ozzy...

“OZ-ZY” is perfect for avid cyclist and slightly off balanced rock stars alike. Tribal style esthetics are combined with 22 distinctive vents, including five large front vents to keep the hottest heads cool. Impact resistance, … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 30: SISU...

SISU Body Elite Hydrade, now in refreshing Glacier Berry flavour, boldly goes where sports drinks have not gone before! Hydrade contains the full spectrum of nutrients lost during exercise “” with no added jucrose or … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 30: No Tubes...

Convert your existing wheels to tubeless. No Tubes uses a patented Rim Strip that makes installation simple. No Tubes also have two sealing points on the tires to ensure no loss of air, and a … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 30: Northwave...

The Aerator by Northwave features a Titanium Arch combined with carbon for high rigidity, a Microtech closure system, which maximizes the adherence of the shoe to the foot for greater precision during pedaling, and an … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 30: Thule Big Mouth...

The newest Big Mouth from Thule features Universal mounting hardware which allows the carrier to be installed directly to factory racks. The roof mounted Big Mouth includes a 31″ load bar, universal mounting hardware, and … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 30: Specialized Roubaix...

Price: $5,779.00
Weight: N/A
Components: Shimano DuraAce 20-speed (including wheelset)
Frame and Fork: Specialized FACT carbon-composite frame and fork, with Zertz viscoelastic inserts
Geometry: 72.5º head tube, 73º seat tube, 582mm top tube
Sizes: 52, 54, 56, 58cm (tested)
Comments: Go … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 30: Devinci...

Price: $6,000.00
Weight: 2.35kg (frame)
Components: Shimano XTR, Deore XT, Easton, Selle Italia
Frame and Fork: Optimum Cross-Country Suspension 6061-T6 Aluminum, Fox Float (rear), RockShox SID team 80mm
Geometry: 70/73.5 (head/seat)
Sizes: 14, 16, 18, 20, 22 (18 tested)
Comments: Prepare … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 30: Canadian Olympic Cycling Successes a look...

As the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens approach, Canada is once again poised in all three cycling disciplines to confirm its 1996 Olympic accomplishments, where Canada garnered an unprecedented five Olympic medals in Atlanta. The … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 30: Ice and Butter A Winter Bicycle...

My copy of the Guide to Winter Camping recommends satisfying the body’s craving for fats in extreme cold weather by eating frozen sticks of butter as if they were chocolate bars. Whatever. Don’t much … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 30: New Zealand Cycling the...

Because of its reputation as a safe, clean, green country, New Zealand attracts visitors from around the globe. Maybe due to a relatively manageable topography and small size, many decide to “do” it on bicycles. … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 30: Michael Barry the long...

At Hamilton’s Road World Championships, Canada’s Michael Barry attacked Paolo Bettini, Peter Van Petegem, and the rest of the world’s best up the final climb. That one striking image of Barry is still fresh in … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 30: adidas Bike n’ Soul Opening...

May 29, 2004 – The first ever European Slopestyle contest in Saalbach Hinterglemm surpassed even the highest of expectations due to the quality of the course designed by Canadian freerider Gareth Dyer (Fiat Rotwild adidas) … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 30: McKenzie Wins \”Frank \’Nap\’ Torpey...

May 29, 2004 (Hackettstown, NJ) – Insurance’s David McKenzie scored the victory earlier today over teammate Jeff Louder in the “Frank ‘Nap’ Torpey Memorial – Hills of Somerset County” Road Race. David and Jeff … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 30: USA\’s Quinn Fourth in Scratch...

May 29, 2004 – The 2004 UCI Track Cycling Championships came to a conclusion today as Becky Quinn (Quakertown, Pa.) narrowly missed scoring a second medal for the U.S. team with a fourth place effort … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 30: Poitras Scores Canada\’s Second...

May 30, 2004 – Mandy Poitras of British Columbia won Canada’s second
medal at the Track World Championships in Melbourne, Australia. The race
was fast and furious from the start with many attacks off the front … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 30: Muenzer Claims Sprint...

May 29, 2004 (Melbourne, Australia) – Lori-Anne Muenzer of Alberta
claimed the bronze medal in the Women’s sprint tonight at the Track Worlds
in Melbourne, Australia. Muenzer who was the silver medalist in 2000 and
2001 hadn’t … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 30: Canada MTB Cup 2003 – XC...

May 29, 2004 (Mt. Tremblant, Que.) – Frigid winds greeted racers this
morning and continued to whip across the course throughout the day, causing frustrating headwinds. The course followed the usual Tremblant tradition
and was slick and … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 29: Jeanson Scoops Montreal World...

May 29, 2004 (Montreal, PQ) – Despite rumors and speculation, RONA’s
Genevieve Jeanson captured the the sixth stop of the 2004 edition of the
Women’s World Cup today in Montreal, Canada. Hosting a field of the … READ MORE → 0 comments

May 29: Reed Fifth in World Championship...

May 29, 2004 (Melbourne, Australia) – The 2004 UCI Track Cycling World
Championships continued this evening with the finals of the women’s sprint
in which Jennie Reed (Kirkland, Wash.) took a convincing win in the … READ MORE → 0 comments

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