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2012/13 European Cross Week 2 – Predictions

For those not in the know, the Toi Toi Cup is the Czech Republic’s national series. It is similar to the USGP in the states, or the National Trophy series in England. Unlike those series though, the Toi Toi Cup only offers eight rounds of elite racing, while lower categories have 12 races. The series … Continue reading

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2012 CrossVegas Predictions

After a mixed weekend for the predictor, it’s time to dive back in as the European-North American showdown that is CrossVegas takes Sin City by storm on Wednesday. Each year, the amount, and caliber, of foreign riders has increased and this year is no exception. There’s a bevy of talent crossing the pond including defending … Continue reading

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2012/13 US Cross Week 2 – Predictions

Four UCI races mark the US calendar this weekend, two in Vermont and two in Pennsylvania. Both also mark the start of two of the longest running regional series: the New England Cyclocross series and the Mid-Atlantic Cross series. When the dust settles, I’m looking for Massachusetts riders to dominate all four races. Green Mountain … Continue reading

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2012/13 European Cross Week 1 – Predictions

Sunday’s Süpercross Baden in Switzerland will mark the start of the 2012/13 cross season in Europe. This C1 race promises a lot of UCI points and a lot of action as some of the best cross racers in the world will line up on Sunday. While this is a predominantly Swiss race, the talent coming … Continue reading

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2012/13 US Cross Preview – West Coast

We continue our US season preview with five West coast riders to watch for the 2012/13 season. With Jonathan Page moving westward, and the inclusion of a rider from Colorado (which we know isn’t near the West coast), this list contains three multi-time Elite National champions. It also includes a USGP winner, an Olympian, and … Continue reading

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2012/13 US Cross Preview – East Coast

With the first weekend of UCI cross races out of the way, it’s time to get down to business in the US. This weekend there are four UCI races on the East coast and Vegas and the USGP are right around the corner. As a result, all the top cross racers will be making their … Continue reading

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