As most countries held national championships the weekend, and now there will be a whole bunch of new, and some returning riders representing their country. Cyclingnews link below:
http://www.cyclingnews.com/news/2011-national-championships-index-page
The run down:
Swiss - Spartacus (Leopard Tank)
USA - Matt Busche (Retirement Shack), over George Hincapie
Spain - JJ Rojas (MoviStar), over AC
Italia - Visconti (Farnese)
Britain - Bradley Wiggens (Sky), dragged over the line by a bunch of teammates...
France - Chavanel (Quick Step)
Australia - Bobridge (Garmin-Cervelo)
Belgium - Philly Gilbert (Loto), this guy is killing people this year!
Germany - Wagner (Leopard), but then the Brits, Canadians, and Americans intervened on the behest of France, and then Germany lost...oh wait.
And Canada - Svein Tuft of SpiderTech doubles up as TT and Road champ this year. Clara Hughes wins the womens TT and Fortin wins the womens road race. For Hushes, this is the first championships since 2003 (that is like 8 years for those that aren't counting). For Team SpiderTech, somebody from the team was going to win something, or Steve Bauer would have made the team do hill repeats and sprint intervals until they were invited to the Tour de France....
Sunday, June 26, 2011
Monday, June 6, 2011
Canadians in Philly
Inside of the final kilometre, the hopes of Canadian Pro Continental squad Team Spidertech powered by C10 were dashed as Kevin Lacombe, Martin Gilbert and Pat McCarty all went down rounding Logan Circle, adding to the chaos in the finale.
The above quote from Cycling News says it all. For the full story, here is the link:
http://www.cyclingnews.com/races/27th-td-bank-international-cycling-championship-1-hc/results
Sounds like our guys were at looking to hit the podium and hit the tarmak instead.
The above quote from Cycling News says it all. For the full story, here is the link:
http://www.cyclingnews.com/races/27th-td-bank-international-cycling-championship-1-hc/results
Sounds like our guys were at looking to hit the podium and hit the tarmak instead.
Saturday, June 4, 2011
Richter Bicycles Cycling Kit
OK everybody,
Richter Bicycles is getting ready to order our initial cycling kit order. While prices are to be confirmed, we are not planning on outrageous pricing! To get an idea on pricing, most shops charge between $60-100 for a new jersey, and $70-200 for a new pair of bib shorts. We plan on being between $100-125 for a combination deal of jersey and bib shorts/shorts (TBC). Here are the proofs for the kit:
Sizing will be based on a "Racer Cut" which mean that if you are not comfortable with tight fitting cycling gear, than order once size up. For example, I usually wear a large cycling shirt (due to my massive musculature of course!) and wear a medium short or bib short. The same will be with women's sizing. For the women, I will be ordering shorts, and for the men, bib shorts. Exceptions can be made if you are a guy and prefer shorts, or a woman and prefer bib shorts. To pre-order, contact us at rbs.bikes@gmail.com and use the subject "Pre-Order RBS Cycling Kit."
Please comment.
Cheers,
Dan
Richter Bicycles is getting ready to order our initial cycling kit order. While prices are to be confirmed, we are not planning on outrageous pricing! To get an idea on pricing, most shops charge between $60-100 for a new jersey, and $70-200 for a new pair of bib shorts. We plan on being between $100-125 for a combination deal of jersey and bib shorts/shorts (TBC). Here are the proofs for the kit:
Please comment.
Cheers,
Dan
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Bikeology Festival & Bike Month
I have been away from the blog for a few weeks, so here I am....
The Battle River Cycling Club is now officially a month old now. The membership is slowly growing and we are looking to develop in to the recreational and family oriented club that would be of interest in the local community. There are a few intrepid members that are also going to dabble into races, but mostly for fun. Speaking of bicycle culture, June is Bike Month in Alberta, and to celebrate Edmonton has the Bikeology Festival. If in Edmonton during any of the events, I recommend checking them out.
http://www.bikeology.ca/
In honour of Bike Month, the local base gym is also putting on a contest for cycling into work. Any locals in Wainwright who work on base can check out the info at the gym.
In honour of Bike Month, I think I will plan something for the BRCC - more on that soon bike fans.
On a different train of thought, with the US Federal investigation in to the old US Postal Team and doping is on-going, allegations against Lance Armstrong from Floyd Landis, Tyler Hamilton, and the media, I will be blogging a series of posts that will be some what serious and maybe even dip into the personal over the next few weeks. Stay tuned for those, but I will probably blog other news and opinions as the next few months of bike racing and riding rolls along.
The Battle River Cycling Club is now officially a month old now. The membership is slowly growing and we are looking to develop in to the recreational and family oriented club that would be of interest in the local community. There are a few intrepid members that are also going to dabble into races, but mostly for fun. Speaking of bicycle culture, June is Bike Month in Alberta, and to celebrate Edmonton has the Bikeology Festival. If in Edmonton during any of the events, I recommend checking them out.
http://www.bikeology.ca/
In honour of Bike Month, the local base gym is also putting on a contest for cycling into work. Any locals in Wainwright who work on base can check out the info at the gym.
In honour of Bike Month, I think I will plan something for the BRCC - more on that soon bike fans.
On a different train of thought, with the US Federal investigation in to the old US Postal Team and doping is on-going, allegations against Lance Armstrong from Floyd Landis, Tyler Hamilton, and the media, I will be blogging a series of posts that will be some what serious and maybe even dip into the personal over the next few weeks. Stay tuned for those, but I will probably blog other news and opinions as the next few months of bike racing and riding rolls along.
Thursday, April 28, 2011
Marco Pinotti is a Righteous Dude
For those not in the know, Marco Pinotti is a rarity. An old-school Italian road bike racer, who calls 'em like he see 'em. Marco has race with and against the best over the last ten plus years, and he is vocal of his disgust of doping! In the interview on this link, you get the feeling that he is close to exploding when speaking about the way the system lets dopers skirt or avoid testing or REAL sanctions. Enjoy, I did.
http://www.cyclingnews.com/features/marco-pinotti-exclusive-interview-with-italian-cyclings-voice-of-reason
http://www.cyclingnews.com/features/marco-pinotti-exclusive-interview-with-italian-cyclings-voice-of-reason
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Battle River Cycling Club!
Hey everybody, the new club now exists and is official. The Alberta Bicycling Association now has us in the registration system.
The BRCC offers the following benefits:
- No age limit, membership ages from 0 to 100!
- Grassroots development of the sport and activity of bicycling in
- Participation in all Club Rides, Races, and Events (Helmets mandatory)
- Skills training for road, track, mountain bike, and eventually BMX!
- Winter Group Training
- Volunteer opportunities, including developing potential charity events
- Athlete support & access to club equipment
- Ability to purchase quality club clothing at great prices
- Access to Sanctioned Races & Events, Commissaire and Coaching courses, and affiliation with the Alberta Bicycling Association (
- ABA Liability and Accident Insurance during all sanctioned and scheduled BRCC,
- “Club Members Only” 20% discount at Richter Bicycle Services (repairs, maintenance, and coaching)
BRCC Core Values & Program Goals:
- Promote family oriented bicycling activities
- Inclusive of all and any bicyclists – no bike snobbery in this club!
- Grassroots development of the sport and activity of bicycling in
- Develop children’s and junior programs
- Support athletes of all ages
- Winter Training including on and off bike training
- Spring Camp in 2012
- Promote commuting and its environmental & health friendly benefits
BRCC Ride Schedule:
- Mondays – An early morning training ride, times get earlier with the rising sun!
- Tuesdays – Every second Tuesday is the BRCC’s “Toonie Tuesday” race series to teach and develop racing skills in a friendly atmosphere
- Thursdays – Ladies night group ride, Daddies & Kids ride
- Saturdays – Group Ride (broken into fast and slow or short and long groups)
- Sundays – Group rides as per Saturdays
- Monthly – Random events that appeal to the club membership, suggestions are welcome
How to Become a Member:
- Fill out and return the BRCC Membership application & waiver with membership fee ($40 for 12 and under, $50 for 13-17, and $60 for 18 and over)
- Go online to the
- Enjoy riding and socializing with the club, purchase BRCC gear, and volunteer to build cycling in
Friday, April 22, 2011
Liege - Bastogne - Liege
OK sports fans, La Doyenne of the Classics, the last but not the least runs on Easter Sunday.
News here http://www.cyclingnews.com/liege-bastogne-liege
Live internet coverage here http://www.cyclingfans.com/
While our man Ryder Hesjedal was sick with stomach problems last weekend during the Amstel Gold race (he even ducked into a house on the side of the road for relief...he has bounced back and finished in the top 15 at Fleche Wallonne. He is looking at some heavy hitters as competition, Philippe Gilbert, on a rip of late and wanting the L-B-L win, Alexander Vinokourov - defending champ, and a pack of other possible contenders.
So if you are up waaaayyyearly on Sunday, tune into cyclingfans.com for live coverage links.
And eat and drink something Belgian, Hoegartten and waffles!
News here http://www.cyclingnews.com/liege-bastogne-liege
Live internet coverage here http://www.cyclingfans.com/
While our man Ryder Hesjedal was sick with stomach problems last weekend during the Amstel Gold race (he even ducked into a house on the side of the road for relief...he has bounced back and finished in the top 15 at Fleche Wallonne. He is looking at some heavy hitters as competition, Philippe Gilbert, on a rip of late and wanting the L-B-L win, Alexander Vinokourov - defending champ, and a pack of other possible contenders.
So if you are up waaaayyyearly on Sunday, tune into cyclingfans.com for live coverage links.
And eat and drink something Belgian, Hoegartten and waffles!
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