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Event Results: Clark prevails in windy North Klondike Road Race
Men's Expert field battling the hills and cold wind on their way to the finish
14 cyclists braved blustery winds in Velonorth’s North Klondike road race on Saturday. A consistently strong south wind propelled the peleton on the outbound leg of the 26km and 50km race course but significantly challenged riders on return.
In the 26km Novice category, Melanie Tait finished with a well-earned time of 0:55:51, followed by Caulden Hoefs at 1:01:15. 13 year-old Surene Pretorius, the youngest rider on course, successfully completed 13 km in the windy conditions.
In the Sport Men category, Shea Hoffman completed the 50km route in 1:48:03, followed closely by Sean Smith (1:52:57) and Keith Parkkarri (1:52:58).
In Expert Women, Kerrie Paterson (1:47:33) edged past Nadele Flynn (1:47:34) at a finish-line sprint to take first.
In the Expert Men category, final standings were also decided at the finish line with a 4 -rider sprint. In the end, it was Jonah Clark (1:28:20) who through speed and positioning, was able to hold off James Minifie, and Steve Ball to cross first. Elijah Buffalo followed closely to take 4th.
Thanks to volunteers Phil Hoffman, Fred and Hester Pretorius, and Trena Irving for helping out with the race.
Full Results
Novice – 26km
- Melanie Tait (0:55:51)
- Caulen Hoefs (1:01:15)
- Surene Pretorius
Sport Men
- Shea Hoffman (1:48:03)
- Sean Smith (1:52:57)
- Keith Parkkarri (1:52:58)
Expert Women
- Kerrie Paterson (1:47:33)
- Nadele Flynn (1:47:34)
Expert Men</bigh>
- Jonah Clark (1:28:20)
- James Minifie (1:28:20)
- Steve Ball (1:28:20)
- Elijah Buffalo (1:28:21)
- Aaron Foos (DNF)
Published: May 14, 2012 - 10:39 AM
Articles: Zach Bell preparing for Summer Olympics
Watson Lake cyclist Zach Bell has been named to the shortlist of Canadian athletes being considered for the omnium event at the 2012 London Summer Olympics.
Official selections won’t be confirmed until June 15, but by all accounts Bell will be heading to his second Olympics.
“Only two were named to the ominum event and the other one is retired so I’m feeling pretty confident,” said Bell.
... Whitehorse Star
Published: May 14, 2012 - 10:20 AM
Mountain bikers begin summer season with CMBC race
The Contagious Mountain Biking Club (CMBC) began their summer season on Tuesday night as riders took to the Chadburn Lake trails for the Yukon Brewing Twoonie Race.
The event marked the first race of the summer series, with four more events staged to take place over the season.
In the open men’s division Paul Burbridge and Jonah Clark battled each other for four laps across the five-kilomtre trail.
... Whitehorse Star
Published: May 14, 2012 - 10:15 AM
VeloNorth puts wheels back in motion
Yukon’s VeloNorth Cycling Club had its largest turnout since 2009 for the season opening Carcross Cut-off Time Trial on Wednesday.
A total of 24 cyclists took part in the 17-kilometre race on the Alaska Highway, up from 21 last year and 17 in 2010.
... Yukon News
Published: May 14, 2012 - 10:11 AM
Articles: Bike share in Vancouver still a possibility
VANCOUVER (NEWS1130) - It's been one year since the City of Vancouver floated the idea of launcing a bike share program, much like the ones already in operation in Montreal and Toronto.
It's been on hold here because of our bike helmet laws, but there is some optimism the program could be up and running by the end of June.
... News1130
Published: May 14, 2012 - 10:07 AM
Cyclists battle brutal weather in Yukon River Road Race
VeloNorth began their competitive cycling season with a thrilling finish on Sunday afternoon.
In the expert men’s category, Stephen Ball crossed the finish line just four seconds ahead of Jonah Clark with a time of 1:16:56 in the 50-kilometre division of the Yukon River Road Race.
“It came down to a sprint,” said club president, Elijah Buffalo.
... Whitehorse Star
Published: May 14, 2012 - 10:03 AM
Articles: How To Wear A Cycling Cap
First, The Death Of The Cycling Cap
The cycling cap has changed little throughout the years but somewhere along the way it’s taken a wrong turn. The men of the 60′s, 70′s and 80′s epitomised the look of the cap and brought it into a style of its own. But I fear those days are gone.
... Cycling Tips
Published: Apr 29, 2012 - 06:29 PM
Articles: Amstel Gold Race 2012
Today the 47th Amstel Gold Race was held starting from the beautiful Dutch town of Maastricht. It’s a slightly convoluted course route that keeps the race close to Maastrich and is good for spectators to watch the peloton pass some places up to three times. Everyone was looking to Valverde, Gerro, Gilbert, Rodriguez, or Sanchez to contest the winnings, but it was Enrico Gasparotto, who wasn’t on many people’s radar that took the spoils. Up for grabs was €16,000 for first place, €8,000 for second, €4,000 for third – but money is never a motivator in any of the Spring Classics unless you’re offered $100k by Vino.
Published: Apr 15, 2012 - 11:35 PM
Articles: Juneau Freewheelers encourage community biking
Known for their sleek racing wear, helmeted torsos, bulging muscles and fast spinning racing bicycles, the Juneau Freewheelers Bicycle Club is shifting their focus (much like the smooth transition from a steep climb into a sprint grind) on the race circuit to involve more of the community.
“We want to get the community in general out and involved,” Juneau Freewheelers treasurer Scott Jones said. “We would love to see like-minded bikers, not just racers, but people who like to ride a bike having a place and time where they can go and ride with other like minded groups or individuals.”
Published: Apr 15, 2012 - 11:28 PM
Articles: NewsWire: De Vlaeminck: ‘Boonen’s rivals were third-rate’
Roger De Vlaeminck’s record of four Paris-Roubaix wins stood for more than three decades — until Sunday. Tom Boonen’s victory set him level with the elder Belgian, and opens up the opportunity for a new record over the coming years. De Vlaeminck responded to Boonen’s victory in Het Nieuwsblad on Tuesday.
“I hope that Cancellara will participate next year, to attend a real race. I knew in advance that Boonen would catch up (to my record). Tom cannot help it if there was no pressure (from the others),” De Vlaeminck said.
“In front of him, there were only third-rate racers,” he added. “Take Pozzatto! Whoever wanted to win Sunday only had to not let go of Boonen’s wheel by even an inch in the last hundred kilometers.”
... to read more of what he had to say click HERE
Published: Apr 10, 2012 - 06:30 PM
Articles: Ride mapping sites: The bike thief's new best friend?
There's been a sudden explosion in the number of people using online ride mapping and logging sites, but there's a potentially sinister side-effect to having all your data made freely available on the internet.
Sites such as Strava and MapMyRide use GPS logs from bike devices such as Garmin Edge computers to map your rides in intricate detail - including where the ride starts and stops. For most of us, this means that the place where you keep your bike is clearly visible on the maps shown online and to the rest of the world.
... CyclingWeekly
Published: Apr 10, 2012 - 12:55 PM
Unicycle Lessons, Overcoming The Clown On A Unicycle Stigma
The bicycle, in all of its many forms has gained a massive following while the unicycle has somehow developed into an obscure, head turning, eyebrow raising oddity. I can't imagine an activity that has a more completely ingrained set of stereotypes and stigmas attached to it and its participants than unicycling and unicyclists.
Most people's perception of unicycles and those who ride them revolve around the circus, clowns, and street performing jugglers. It's true, the unicycle is a cornerstone of circus performance skills, but the unicycle has so much more to offer.
... Ezinearticle
Published: Apr 10, 2012 - 12:51 PM
Articles: Images From Paris Roubaix By Kristof Ramon
... Cycling Tips
Published: Apr 10, 2012 - 12:42 PM
Articles: Could Floyd Landis face fraud charges?
Floyd Fairness Fund core of case
Sources have told Cyclingnews that former professional cyclist Floyd Landis is under investigation by US Federal authorities. Landis could face charges of fraud dating back to 2007. In 2006 the American won the Tour de France but tested positive for testosterone after an epic stage win to Morzine. He was stripped of his Tour de France title and despite several attempted comebacks failed to ride in the European peloton again.
... Cycling News
Published: Apr 10, 2012 - 12:38 PM
International News: Boonen triumphs at Paris-Roubaix
Belgian equals De Vlaeminck's record of four victories
Tom Boonen (Omega Pharma-QuickStep) rode into the record books with a dominant solo victory at Paris-Roubaix. The 31-year-old Belgian rode the final 52km alone to win by 1:39 over a five-man chase group led across the finish line in the Roubaix velodrome by Sébastien Turgot (Europcar). Alessandro Ballan (BMC) rounded out the podium for third place in a photo-finish with the Frenchman.
With the victory Boonen equals Roger De Vlaeminck's all-time win record of four victories in the Hell of the North, and for the second time in Boonen's career he's claimed the Tour of Flanders/Paris-Roubaix double in the same season.
... Cycling News
Published: Apr 08, 2012 - 12:55 PM
Articles: Not So Romantic Bicycle Touring
I met Matt and Siobahn at the 2011 NAHBS in Austin, TX. They were super cute, super tan, and super bubbly. Their awesome personalities and Australian accents made you want to chat with them all day. We (Bilenky Cycle Works) were, at the time, building them two custom longtails to accommodate surfboards for their upcoming epic bike adventure. Matt and Siobahn would be embarking on a bike/surf journey from Canada to Terra del Fuego, the most southern tip of South America. The plan was to ride along the coast as much as possible so as to be able to surf whenever they got the urge to ride some waves.
... Embrocation
Published: Apr 07, 2012 - 11:09 PM
Articles: The Explainer: Gene, gene, the doping machine
Dear Readers,
First off, we did get a good response from many of you regarding a possible point-counterpoint with Padraig over the issue of stop-as-yield, the policy that would allow cyclists to simply slow down at STOP signs. I have some great input on readers on the topic, but Patrick is a little banged up this week, so we’re going to put that idea on hold for a little while.
... RedKitePrayer
Published: Apr 07, 2012 - 11:03 PM
Articles: Track cycling tech: rider engines
With the UCI track world championships in full swing in Melbourne, Australia, we thought we'd give you a closer look at what the world's best riders are capable of.
Without taking anything away from the athletes, track cycling is one of the most quantifiable disciplines of the sport.
The environment plays a big role in this: fixed length tracks, controlled climatic conditions and smooth, even surfaces. That makes working out how fast a rider can go (and how much faster they need to go to win) a lot easier. It's a big reason why track is so popular with governing bodies whose funding depends on getting medals, preferably Olympic ones.
... BikeRadar
Published: Apr 07, 2012 - 10:58 PM
Articles: L’enfer du Nord Reconnaissance
Before coming here I had always wondered if the cobbled sections were actually as difficult as the stories told, or if the prestige of the race had built them up to proportions that nobody would challenge. I now understand first hand how incredibly difficult this race would be and will always think back to it when I return to being an armchair critic. I can’t compare it to anything I’ve experienced before – even on the mountain bike. The amount of effort required to ride over the cobbles combined with the cramping of the fingers is exhausting. You cannot ease off the pace or have a lapse in concentration or else you will come to a complete stop or fall. Holding the wheel in front only gives you a psychological boost – not a physical one. The forces of the cobbles impeding you from going forwards are far more than the resistance of the wind. Seeing what’s in front of you is more important than hiding from the wind behind a wheel.
... CyclingTips
Published: Apr 07, 2012 - 10:49 PM
International News: Zach Bell Wins Silver in Omnium at World Championships
April 6/12 22:20 pm - Men's Omnium Day Two
Day One Recap:
Thursday's opening Omnium action consisted of the Flying lap, 120 lap Points Race, and an Elimination event. Great Britain's rider Ed Clancy took an early lead in the overall from the Flying lap, but was pegged back by strong performances from Canadian Zach Bell in the Points Race and Australian Glenn O'Shea, who retained a top five placing in all three events.
Omnium standings after round three:
- Glenn O'Shea (Aus) 10 points
- Zach Bell (Can) 16
- Ed Clancy (GBr) 18
- Elia Viviani (Ita) 19
- Ho Sung Cho (Kor) 19
The program for Day Two consisted of a four kilometre Individual Pursuit, a 60 lap Scratch Race and a one kilometre Time Trial.
Published: Apr 07, 2012 - 02:05 AM
Articles: Sock Dopers, Unite
Banned by the UCI
I’m gonna just come out and say it. I love triathletes. I don’t fully identify as one myself, despite some rather serious dabbling in the sport, but I love them, their sport, and most especially the governing body of their sport. You know why? Because USA Triathlon allows their athletes to look like this.
... Bicycling
Published: Apr 06, 2012 - 04:47 PM
Bike racing and 80 year old retired ladies. The support hose ban.
Add this to the long list of things we fear.
Yes, along with the rising price of imported beer and the general frowning on extramarital affairs, we add this third scary humiliation: compression calf wear worn during professional bike races.
Okay, if some panel of science flunkies says recovery is 1.892% better when wearing these abominations after a race, so be it. We don’t have to see it in the race photos, our athletic and aesthetic sensibilities are not offended. It was okay on the rest day, excusable off the bike, but please do not pull the old lady thing on us.
... Twisted Spoke
Published: Apr 06, 2012 - 04:37 PM
Roubaix a stone's throw away for Boonen?
The Hell of the North is around the corner, that corner with the crappy stones that the French school kids from the horticultural program haven’t quite fixed. Note: if you crash in Arenberg or the Carrefour de l’Arbre, don’t blame another rider, call out the sloppy reconstruction work of the college kids.
Yes, the queen bitch of the classics draws near and we’ve got favorites all lined up hoping and praying. The race is already taking on new and potentially fatal complications — including the distinct possibility of rain.
... Twisted Spoke
Published: Apr 06, 2012 - 04:34 PM
Articles: Cycling can be a Pain in the Neck - part 1
Cycling is an activity that requires the body to maintain a position of prolonged back flexion, placing greater demands on the neck. As a result, neck pain is one of the most common complaints experienced by cyclists. Does this sound familiar? You are only half way through your ride and your neck and upper trapezius start to tighten up and ache. You shift your position around to provide some relief, but by the end of your ride, your neck is really aching, and you have a hard time shoulder checking.
... Women's Cyling
Published: Apr 06, 2012 - 04:29 PM
Articles: VeloNorth Schedule
VELONORTH'S DRAFT 2012 SCHEDULE
- April 25 - Carcross Cut-off Time Trial
- May 5 - Yukon River Road Race
- May 12 - North Klondike Road Race
- May 16 - Miles Canyon Time Trial
- May 20 - Skagway Hill Climb
- May 26 - Jakes Corner Road Race
- May 30 - North Klondike Time Trial
- June 3 - Whitehorse Triathlon
- June 6 - Carcross Cut-off Time Trial
- June 7 - 10 - Tour of Fairbanks
- June 16 - Kluane International Bike Relay
- June 23 - 24 hours of Light Mountain Bike Festival
- July 13 - 15 - Tour de Whitehorse
- July 24 - 27 - Giro de Canada (Whitehorse - Skayway - Haines - Haines Junction - Whitehorse)
- July 26 - 29 - Tour of Anchorage
- August 1 - Porter Creek Time Trial
- August 4 - Southern Lakes Bike Loppett
- August 10 - 12 - Tour of Juneau
- August 15 - Yukon Time Trial Championships
- August 29 - Last Gasp
Published: Apr 05, 2012 - 10:58 PM
Articles: Watch This: Strength In Numbers – Official Trailer
“Viewed at a distance, the world of mountain biking is a disjointed network of seemingly similar but disconnected communities. Freeride. Downhill. Big Mountain. All Mountain. Dirt Jump. Slopestyle. A sport of individuals, equally defined by their many differences, as the common threads that bind. And while our story doesn’t follow a straight line, we all end up in the same place. Tire to ground, foot to pedal, hand to bar – communities drawn together by trails of dirt.
A new action sport documentary, Strength in Numbers is a rally call to connect all mountain bikers, regardless of location or language or discipline. The film captures a true way of life, from the world’s best pros to those who are just learning to love the sport. Shot over two years in some of mountain biking’s most iconic locations, Anthill’s signature style combines compelling stories with core action to create a shared experience that unites all riders. Come join us!” -Anthill Films
World Premiere will be April 20th at Sea Otter.
Published: Apr 05, 2012 - 10:41 PM
Articles: Scheldeprijs 2012 Photo Gallery By Kristof Ramon
A gallery of beautiful photos from the 100th edition of the semi-classic Scheldeprijs by Belgian photographer and friend Kristof Ramon.
... Cycling Tips
Published: Apr 05, 2012 - 10:36 PM
