Cyclocross Weekend Preview: Holy Week, Continued

by mattio and Erik

Fidea Cyclocross Leuven (C1)The smaller, but exciting Fidea series continues in Friday in Leuven. Previous editions of this race have occured in Turven, including last year, where Niels Albert got the better of Sven Nys. The course in Leuven is said to be very technical and challenging, especially in the first half. After that it eases off a bit, but is still a hard course. All in all, the new venue in the college town of Leuven should provide some great action.As we have seen over the past few weeks, the battle for victory usually comes down to three Belgians...Continue Reading

Cyclocross Week in Review: Holy Week

by mattio and Erik

Superprestige Round #6 – Diegem (C1)Niels Albert made it three in a row Friday night in Diegem, with a solo victory ahead of Kevin Pauwels and Sven Nys. Albert returned to action last weekend after suffering a broken wrist and made it clear he’s ready to throw-down against the world’s best. The most interesting ride of the night came from Nys, who came across the line 36 seconds behind Albert. Nys, was seen riding mid-pack during the early few laps and slowly rode his way towards the front of the race. By the time he got there, Pauwels and Albert...Continue Reading

Cyclocross Weekend Preview: Americans Abroad

by mattio and Erik

With nearly two-dozen Americans hitting the cross circuit this week in Europe, here’s our mini guide of who’s doing what races and when. Please note, we’re going by the start lists, which are subject to change. Also, there are smaller, non-UCI races that riders will race, especially the Juniors. With that said, here’s who’s racing where through Monday, December 26th.

Superprestige – Diegem (C1)

Six American riders will take to the starting grid under the lights in the men’s race. Jonathan Page has been racing the Superprestige series all year and will be joined by Mitch Hoke, Troy Wells, Ryan Knapp, Jake...Continue Reading

International Cyclocross Weekend Preview: Holy Week Kick-Off

by mattio and Erik

It’s that time of year again, we are a few weeks out from the various national championships, and a little over a month away from the world championships. More importantly, it’s Christmas time, which means an action-packed week of racing, begging Friday, December 23rd and stretching into the new year. Here’s our usual weekend preview, stretched a bit to include next weeks races.

Superprestige – Diegem (C1)

After nearly a month off, the Superprestige series invades Diegem on Friday for some night time racing in the city center. Heading into the previous round in Gieten, Sven Nys and Kevin Pauwels were tied...Continue Reading

International Cyclocross Power Rankings: Week 14

by mattio

2. Niels Albert (nr) - Niels Albert’s apparently been a busy, hardworking racer while he was out with a broken wrist. He returns to competition with two hard-fought second places. 

3. Klaas Vantornout (5) - Vantornout’s gutsy ride in the mud at Namur is good for a bump in the Power Rankings. He’s capable of great results but is still waiting for that big win this season.

4. Tom Meeusen (3) - Eager Tom Meeusen might be slipping  a little bit. He races himself into imprecise riding when he’s at the front and though he’s shown an ability to be competitive, hasn’t yet shown an...Continue Reading