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Denver fundraising dinner to benefit junior cycling program
FUNDRAISER AT DENVER’S TABLE 6 TO SUPPORT 5280 JUNIOR CYCLING PROGRAM
Geargrinder launches new cycling inspired apparel Web site
GEARGRINDER Launches New Cycling Inspired Apparel Website Milwaukee, WI – GEARGRINDER, a new cycling-inspired apparel company created by four avid cyclists, has officially launched its new e-commerce site at www.gear-grinder.com . While the GEARGRINDER "Cycling Inspired Apparel for Your Active Lifestyle" brand draws its inspiration from the cycling culture, the offerings on the website appeal to cyclists and non-cyclists alike as the clothing line is intended for "off the bike" wear.
Burnaby’s Six-day race bigger than ever
The 4th Six Days of Burnaby -- Bigger and Better than Ever! Burnaby, BC _ The Burnaby Velodrome continues to lead the charge to bring professional Six Day racing back to North America. This year's Six Day will take place December 29 through January 3 and will feature more prizes, bigger crowds, and a larger cash purse. The event will showcase separate Pro and Amateur fields, plus will provide high-octane entertainment with an Invitational Sprint & Keirin Tournament!
Midwest Cycling Series to expand in 2009
The Wisconsin Cycling Series, which spanned a two-day weekend in 2008, is expanding in 2009 into a multi-day format of professionally-produced, high energy cycling events, as the result of a new joint venture between two seasoned Milwaukee-area cyclists and multi-sport event promoters.
Kinetic Koffee donating a percentage of sales to World Bicycle Relief
Kinetic Koffee of Arcata, CA announced today that it will donate a percentage of all coffee sales in the month of August to World Bicycle Relief, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing access to independence and livelihood through The Power of Bicycles in impoverished areas throughout the world.
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Team Type 1’s Ian MacGregor wins title while Jesse Anthony breaks his wrist
On the same weekend Team Type 1 was celebrating Ian MacGregor’s victory at the Colorado State Road Race Championship, Jesse Anthony became the squad’s fourth rider to break his wrist. MacGregor relied on his sprint to capture his first state title Saturday in Salida, Colo.
Bike Racing for Juniors: A Guide for Riders, Parents, and Coaches
Bike Racing for Juniors: A Guide for Riders, Parents, and Coaches Kristen Dieffenbach and Steve McCauley Tour de France Success of Young Riders Highlights Advances in Junior and Espoir Racing
Julie Carter selected as new director of the MSU cycling team
Named the Collegiate Cycling Club of the Year in 2004 by USA Cycling and with 21 collegiate national championship titles won since 1994, the Midwestern State University Cycling Team has quite a legacy in collegiate cycling. That's what the Wichita Falls, Texas, school's new cycling team director, Julie Carter, hopes to build upon.
Bell lap sprint at the Ault Park Criterium – July 9, 2008
Bell lap sprint at the Ault Park Criterium - July 9, 2008
Riders round a corner at the Ault Park Criterium – July 9, 2008
Riders round a corner at the Ault Park Criterium - July 9, 2008
VeloPress seeks editorial assistant
Sports publisher seeks editorial assistant for VeloPress. The editorial assistant will provide administrative and editorial support for acquisitions editors. Duties include: maintaining schedules and editorial files; preparing and transmitting manuscripts to production; writing copy; participating on editorial and marketing teams; attending select events and trade shows. Candidates should have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills. An interest in sports or prior publishing experience is desirable.
Pedaling to Italian restaurants–in Heidelberg!
Pedaling to Italian restaurants--in Heidelberg!
Reader Gallery 7/29/08
It's been a great summer for bike racing. Now that the Tour is over, let's see what our readers have been up to. As always, keep the photos coming - click here to submit your own!