Hits and misses Nov 21, 2009
HIT: The U.S. Gran Prix of Cyclocross Mercer Cup held last weekend for the third consecutive year in Mercer County Park in West Windsor and presented by the Lawrence bike shop Knapp's Cyclery. It was the third weekend of the USGP of Cyclocross series. (NJ.com -- Times)
Tree farm race is a favorite on the cyclocross circuit Nov 6, 2009
The crowd had arrived for the farm's once-a-year cyclocross race, appropriately dubbed the Red Barn Classic ... Cyclocross involves racing competitors, riding and/or carrying their non-motorized bikes ... One day he said it just struck him that the terrain would be a perfect site for a cyclocross event. (Lindstrom Chisago County Press, MN)
More Iowans drawn to 'fun' of cyclocross Oct 26, 2009
It's called cyclocross and its popularity growth has spawned an eight-race fall series in Central Iowa that landed sponsorship from Scheels this year ... On a crisp, sunny fall weekday evening in Union Park on Des Moines' north side, 40 riders hopped on bikes, most a new breed especially made for cyclocross _ half road bike and half mountain bike ... Cyclocross was a European invention of the 1940s for that very reason _ to maintain fitness levels after the road season. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Tour of California missing out on a Valley ride Oct 25, 2009
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Area teams ousted from softball state playoffs Oct 24, 2009
Cyclocross series stops in Augusta. The Georgia Cross cyclocross race series will make a stop in Augusta this weekend at Lake Olmstead Park. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Local sports briefs: 'Dogs lose in four sets Oct 16, 2009
Cyclocross mixes road, mountain biking ... Cyclocross, a fast-growing branch of cycling that combines elements of road and mountain biking, returns to Fresno this month with the 2009 Homegrown Cyclocross Series at Woodward Park. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Cyclocross mixes road, mountain biking Oct 15, 2009
Cyclocross chaos - Sports - fresnobee ... Cyclocross, a fast-growing branch of cycling that combines elements of road and mountain biking, returns to Fresno this month with the 2009 Homegrown Cyclocross Series at Woodward Park ... Cyclocross blends the speed of road biking and the ruggedness of mountain biking with a pinch of steeplechase. (Fresno Bee)
Thrill ride puts pedal to mettle Oct 3, 2009
GLOUCESTER - Boston drivers can appreciate, better than most, the mayhem found at a cyclocross race ... Like a bunch of manic, caffeine-fueled commuters, cyclocross racers push the boundaries of speed, control, and common sense, regardless of the ever-present prospect of carnage, over a narrow, serpentine course lined with rabid fans ... Cyclocross races typically start out as wild charges with full contact, says Richard Fries, a Boston-based race announcer and promoter of the Providence... (Boston Globe)
RHHS football team falls to Bristol Oct 2, 2009
The race to raise enough money for the Rocky Hill Dog Park has hit the halfway mark thanks to the Crossin' 4 Canines cyclocross fundraiser ... In the case of the participants in the Crossin' 4 Canines cyclocross race, it was a great day to go for a bike ride and help raise money for a place to take the dog for a walk. (Rocky Hill Post, CT)
Bike race raises money for RH dog park Sep 25, 2009
In the case of the participants in the Crossin' 4 Canines cyclocross race, it was a great day to go for a bike ride and help raise money for a place to take the dog for a walk ... "We were knocking around some ideas for fundraisers and I said 'Why don't we do this [cyclocross race]?'" Murray said ... In cyclocross, racers have to dismount their bikes to negotiate obstacles placed throughout the course, which makes it it comparable to the steeplechase. (Rocky Hill Post, CT)
Dog park funding is at 50 percent Sep 25, 2009
Depending on how much more money is raised for the dog park in the next year, Jacobs said there may be another cyclocross fundraisng race next summer. Rocky Hill Post 2009. (Rocky Hill Post, CT)
Cyclocross -- It's not just riding a bicycle Sep 20, 2009
Jamey Stull charges barriers at a cyclocross race Saturday September 19, 2009 at Cartee Fields in east Anchorage. About 50 riders turned out for the second race of the Alaska Cyclocross Series. (Anchorage Daily News)
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Competitors dismount their bicycles to scale a steep slope before remounting to descend in the opening 2008 Thrilla cyclocross race in Bend, Ore ... Growing sport of cyclocross heads to Central Oregon for nationals ... The growing sport of cyclocross is an off-road version of a road cycling race, staged on a course featuring a series of obstacles that force riders to dismount and carry their bikes. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Outdoors hot line Sep 8, 2009
Cyclocross racing gets going ... WHAT: First cyclocross race of the season ... A dedicated cyclocross bike isn't needed; any mountain bike will do. (Anchorage Daily News)
Bend gets ready for cyclocross nationals Sep 5, 2009
- The growing sport of cyclocross is an off-road version of a road cycling race, staged on a course featuring a series of obstacles that force riders to dismount and carry their bikes ... And unlike the recent road national championships here, which were open only to limited categories of riders, the cyclocross championship-set for Dec. 10-13 in Bend-is an all-comers event ... In the meantime, opportunities are plentiful locally and throughout the region to prep for the event-both for riders who... (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
To the Mall ... and Beyond Aug 29, 2009
With the store's variety of road, mountain, comfort, cruiser, cyclocross and kids' bikes, Mike's Bikes is the place to go. The Northern California chain, established in 1968, not only sells bikes but also supplies handy gadgets including car racks, locks, lights, training DVDs, pumps and nutrition bars. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Bikers get schooled on hill climb Aug 27, 2009
Proceeds from the race and T-shirt sales go to support the Quad Cycles Junior Cyclocross Team. Cyclocross is a form of bicycle racing that takes place in the fall ... Cyclocross races typically last 25 minutes for the younger riders and 45 minutes for the older riders. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Public Safety Log Aug 16, 2009
Bike stolen A neon green, Kona brand Jake the Snake cyclocross bicycle with red hubs, worth approximately 2,000, was reported stolen Friday from the 1700 block of 17th Avenue Southwest. Vandalism Police are investigating a report of tire-slashing that took place early Saturday morning in the 1600 block of Jefferson Street Southeast. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Zawacki, Wellons rule at Gran Prix of Beverly Aug 14, 2009
The criterium course, which was designed by Beverly resident and two-time national cyclocross champion Tim Johnson, proved to be quite the challenge for all the riders as they navigated their way through the heart of downtown Beverly ... Although she had been away from criterium circuit for two years opting to focus on cyclocross and triathlons, Bessette still proved to be up for the challenge leading the field of 17 women from the outset. (Beverly Citizen, MA)
Beverly's Tim Johnson excited to lead the way at the Gran Prix of Beverly Aug 13, 2009
Beverly resident and two-time U.S. National Cyclocross Champion Tim Johnson is expected to lead a strong contingent of local elite riders at the inaugural Gran Prix of Beverly, Aug. 13 ... The current Beverly resident rode a paper route in Middleton in the 1980s and later grew in to one of the United States best cyclocross riders, winning national titles in 2001 and 2007 ... What: Beverly resident and two-time national cyclocross champion. (Beverly Citizen, MA)
38 Special mountain bike race includes shorter course option Aug 6, 2009
- Riders embark between 7-9 a.m, or 6:30 a.m. for cyclocross teams. - While refreshments are offered at several aid stations along the course, riders should come prepared with water, sunscreen and other gear. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
BMX park debuts Friday Jul 2, 2009
Events The "Lou" Fest What: Night cyclocross race and mountain bike time trial When: Saturday Where: Woodward Park. Night riders unite. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Jeff PearlmanPEARLS OF WISDOM Jun 20, 2009
He qualified for the Ironman world championships in his first try, and is the only American to compete in the world championships for road, mountain bike, track, cyclocross and triathlon. "To put it simply," says Tinley, "Steve was uniquely determined and very, very gifted.". (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Avid cyclist excels in 'crazy race' sport Jun 18, 2009
Phelan competes in cyclocross ... "I think cyclocross is definitely one of the hardest, but most rewarding disciplines I have ever been involved with." ... They heard about cyclocross from friends who are members of the Augusta Cross Coalition and were invited to compete in the 2007 race at the Augusta State Athletic Complex. (The Augusta Chronicle)
• Ragnark 105 gear report May 21, 2009
Bike: Cyclocross models were the iron steed of choice for several Ragnark riders. I rolled an old favorite out of my garage for the course, clipping into my 2006 Kona Jake the Snake for its combination of speed and grip on the gravel roads. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Boredom is a state of mind May 21, 2009
It s going to be a fast course, said state cyclocross champion Frank Gonzalez before Sunday s race. You re hammering the whole time. (Helena Independent Record)
Racinians on the path to their dreams May 1, 2009
Starting in the sport at the age of 11 at the Washington Park Velodrome in Kenosha, Antonneau placed second in the time trial, road race and track omnium in the USA Junior Nationals last year and was third in the USA National Cyclocross Championships in December. We will be racing on the road and doing some track races in the Netherlands, Antonneau said. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Austin MurphyVIEWPOINT Mar 27, 2009
There was poor Joseba Beloki on a screaming descent in 2003, breaking multiple bones in a sickening fall that forced Armstrong into an impromptu session of cyclocross that immediately entered Tour lore. There was Dave Zabriskie, tearing the yellow jersey to ribbons in a nasty crash during the team time trial at the '05 Tour, causing his CSC team director, Bjarne Riis, to lament, "We just can't seem to get the luck that Lance Armstrong seems to have.". (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Outdoors Events Mar 12, 2009
On March 18, the Montana Velo Cycling Team will present its first Helena Junior Cycling Summit at Helena High School at 7 p.m. All area students in grades 5-12 and their parents who are interested in competitive and recreational mountain biking, road cycling and cyclocross, are encourage to attend. The program is co-directed by HHS teacher Geoff Proctor, Helena Middle School teacher Dave Stergar and Central Elementary teacher Scott Herzig. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Local Briefs Mar 10, 2009
All students grades 5-12 and their parents interested in competitive and recreational mountain biking, road cycling and cyclocross are encouraged to attend. The program is co-directed by Helena High School teacher Geoff Proctor, Helena Middle School teacher Dave Stergar, and Central Elementary School teacher Scott Herzig. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
A sweet ride Feb 16, 2009
Willamette Valley Cycling rider Ron Sines of Albany normally rides cyclocross, a hybrid event that combines pavement with trail riding and obstacles that force riders to carry their bikes. He was entered in the lowest all-ages men s category, scheduled for one time around the course. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Winter bicyclists, gird up Feb 15, 2009
While cyclocross riders take no small measure of pride in emerging at the end of a race wearing the course they just conquered, pounding through a city all winter requires a different approach. Why is simple. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
