Archive for December, 2011
The Soup
David and I fled south for a few weeks of training in Tuscany, and on the first day, we took our bikes exploring into the mountains. The weather here is a good 10-15 C warmer than Graz, but after a scenic sunny climb, we froze descending through a deep, shaded valley, gingerly making our way [...]
Champion System Signs Gardeyn
New York City – The Champion System Pro Cycling Team announced the addition of Belgian sprinter Gorik Gardeyn to its 2012 roster Tuesday. The past Tour of Belgium stage winner formally signed a contract this weekend after reaching an agreement in principal last month. Gardeyn will add significant strength to the team’s northern European campaign. [...]
Fuji to be Official Bike Sponsor of Historic Asian Cycling Team
Philadelphia – Fuji Bikes is pleased to announce that it will be the official bike sponsor of the first pro-continental cycling team based in Asia: Champion System. Born out of a desire to grow the sport of cycling in Asia, as well as create an avenue of opportunity for Asian cyclists on a world stage, [...]
Primal Wear Increases Sponsorship of American Diabetes Association’s Tour de Cure for 2012
Cycling apparel maker will be the Signature Sponsor of Colorado event Denver – Continuing a long-running relationship, cycling apparel-maker Primal Wear will increase it’s sponsorship and support of the American Diabetes Association’s Tour de Cure events in 2012, according to a new agreement announced today. New for 2012, Primal will be the Signature Sponsor of [...]
Dutch Dealers Visit Dahon Factory in Shenzhen
Duarte, CA – Dahon, the world leader in folding bicycles, welcomed a group of over 30 dealers into its production factory in Shenzhen. The visit was part of a tour organized by Dutch magazine, Fietsmarkt, to get a behind-the-scenes look at the factories of leading bicycle and accessory manufacturers across China. In addition to seeing [...]
Make Every Minute Count
Sunday night found us in Český Krumlov at the Eggenberg Brewery, happy, cozy and full after a meal of Bohemian-style roasted duck and potato dumplings in the pub’s majestic hall. More than 700 years ago, the very same towering arches and thick walls stored great blocks of ice, hauled from the nearby Vltava River for [...]
Nash and Powers Win Day One of The Exergy US Gran Prix of Cyclocross presented by Greenware – Deschutes Brewery Cup
Bend, OR – LUNA Team rider Katerina Nash continued her domination of the Elite Women’s field at the Exergy USGP of Cyclocross presented by Greenware – Deschutes Brewery Cup by taking yet another series victory and retained her ironclad grasp on the series overall lead. Behind her California Giant Cycling teammates Meredith Miller and Teal [...]
USA Pro Cycling Challenge Announces 12 Host Cities for 2012 Race
Boulder, Telluride, Durango and Montrose Are Newest Additions to Second Annual Cycling Stage Race Denver, CO – With nearly 40 cities across the state expressing initial interest in the 2012 USA Pro Cycling Challenge, race officials have unveiled the 12 host cities that will serve as starts and finishes for the second annual stage race. [...]
Exergy TWENTY12 Sign British National Team Women’s Endurance Coach
Simon Cope has signed on to direct the 2012 Exergy TWENTY12 Professional Women’s Team. Cope, who hails from Farnborough Kent, joins British compatriot Nicola Cranmer under the United By Sport LLC management that operates Exergy TWENTY12 Professional Women’s Team. In addition to directing the professional team, Cope will also coach some of the younger athletes. [...]
Custom-Painted ‘Graffiti’ Bike Auction Benefits Bahati Foundation
Los Angeles – A one-of-a-kind Cannondale SuperSix Hi-Mod bicycle is on the auction block to help further the mission of the Bahati Foundation and its mission to positively affect the lives of inner city and underprivileged youth across the nation. The carbon fiber frame and fork feature an eclectic, custom paint job by renown graffiti [...]
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