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Oct 27: Robert Brisson’s Brother Seeks Public...

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 → 0 comments

Oct 27: UCI Cross Rankings – Men and...

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 → 0 comments

Oct 27: Bicycles for Humanity Bike Drive West...

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 → 0 comments

Oct 27: Charles Dionne...

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 → 0 comments

Oct 27: Naked Cross Bike...

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 → 0 comments

Oct 26: TDF Director Prudhomme Claims It\’s a...

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 → 0 comments

Oct 26: Doctor Clara...

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 → 0 comments

Oct 26: Catharine Pendrel...

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 → 0 comments

Oct 26: 2007 Tour de France Route...

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 → 0 comments

Oct 26: VeloLove...

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 → 0 comments

Oct 26: CCA...

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 → 0 comments

Oct 26: Gord Singleton...

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 → 0 comments

Oct 26: UCI Appeals for United Front Against...

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 → 0 comments

Oct 25: Kranked 6 – Toronto...

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 → 0 comments

Oct 25: Bart Brentjens Signs with Dolphin Bike...

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 → 0 comments

Oct 25: OCA 2007 Calendar...

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 → 0 comments

Oct 25: Mike\’s Bike Shop Cup –...

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 → 0 comments

Oct 24: Zach Bell Joins...

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 → 0 comments

Oct 24: SkiTrax Annual Buyer’s Guide 2006/07...

October 24, 2006 — SkiTrax Magazine has released the first issue of the season, its Annual Buyer’s Guide 2006/07, with extensive listings for all Nordic skis, poles, boots and bindings available across North America with … READ MORE → 0 comments

Oct 24: Birthday...

October 24, 2006 — We send out double birthday wishes today”¦ first to multi-medal winner Marie-Hélène Prémont (Rocky Mountain / Business Object) of Château Richer, Quebec, who celebrates her 29th birthday today. And also to … READ MORE → 0 comments

Oct 24: Durham Cyclocross Classic 2006...

October 24, 2006 – Here are the final results from the Durham Cyclocross Classic held on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2006.PeeWee/Minime Men – 3.5 laps1. Winn Luke (Impala) Min, 52:08 Cadet/Junior Men – 5.5 laps1. … READ MORE → 0 comments

Oct 24: Robert Brisson Memorial...

October 24, 2006 – The Quebec cycling fan web site, Veloptimum, has set up a tribute and memorial page to Robert Brisson. Brisson, a regular on the Quebec cycling scene who also made many contributions … READ MORE → 0 comments

Oct 24: Photographer Looking for...

October 24, 2006 – A professional photographer seeks a road cyclist willing to model in a photo shoot. Candidate must have a high end racing bike, skin suit, and time trial helmet . This shot … READ MORE → 0 comments

Oct 24: Jeannie Longo Wins Case Against French...

October 24, 2006 – Agence France Press has reported that Jeannie Longo, the 47-year-old French, female cyclist with over 900 track and road victories, recently won a legal victory against the French daily, Aujourd’hui. In … READ MORE → 0 comments

Oct 24: Palmer-Komar Re-signs With Colavita/Sutter Home p/b...

October 24, 2006 – Canada’s veteran women’s pro cyclist Sue Palmer-Komar has re-signed with Colavita/Sutter Home p/b Cooking Light for 2007 with a very flexible race plan. This may be a transition year … READ MORE → 0 comments

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