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International Cyclocross Report – Series and Races to Watch

As promised, here’s a run-down of this year’s major European cyclocross series and races. The Superprestige The oldest cyclocross series in the world enters its 29th season this year. Nearly a third of those seasons have been won by one man: Sven Nys. Nys’ bid for a 10th Superprestige title came up short last year … Continue reading

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Domestic Cyclocross Report – More Questions Than Answers

This past weekend, the US cyclocross season kicked-off in style this past weekend, with the first UCI race of the season (as in, anywhere) this past Saturday in Pennsylvania. Saturday’s Nittany Lion Cross was held under fast, dry, summer-like conditions and several riders used the opportunity to get their seasons off to a good start. … Continue reading

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Monday Musette – Weekend Wrap-Up

That was quite a weekend, huh?  The Vuelta, semi-classics in Belgium and France, the Tour of Britain, the new Canadian Pro Tour events ,and the opening events of the domestic cyclocross calendar meant a busy weekend for teams, fans, and pundits.  Let’s take a look: 1. It was a dramatic Saturday in Spain where Liquigas’ … Continue reading

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2010-2011 Cyclocross Season Preview – International Riders to Watch

Yesterday we looked at some of the best domestic riders heading into the 2010-2011 cyclocross season.  Today we look abroad at the men expected to dominate the sport internationally. The Stars Zdenek Stybar Zdenek Stybar enters the fall following of a dream season capped with a World Championship victory on home soil in Tabor. On … Continue reading

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2010-2011 Cyclocross Season Preview – The Domestic Scene

It’s hard to believe it, but the 2010-2011 domestic cyclocross season kicks off this weekend with a UCI event in Breinigsville, Pennsylvania.  All hands will be on deck as some of the best in the country line-up for their first taste of ‘cross this year—and their first shot at valuable UCI points. Here’s a breakdown … Continue reading

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Cyclocross Power Ranking – Final Edition of 2009/2010

Here’s the final installment of Erik’s Cross Report and Power Ranking–for this cross season, at least.  Thanks to Erik for all his time and efforts–his insights are greatly appreciated.  Keep checking Erik’s site, The Run-up for more news and info this off-season. It’s been a long season with a lot of great racing from a … Continue reading

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