14.8%

14.8%

In spite of the beautiful weather and great location, this years’ first cross race was very well attended. From what I can gather by the preliminary results, around 108 adults came out to brave the sunshine and warm temperatures. A…

What a Mess-tival!

What a Mess-tival!

Jurgen poses for possibly one of the best cyclocross pictures of all time. This Sunday I felt the sweet call of the tweed, but the call of the mud was louder. Missing the first cross race of the season just…

Tweed vs. Mud: A Conundrum

Tweed vs. Mud: A Conundrum

It’s not often I am invited to two parties on the same day. Heck, it’s not often I am invited to parties at all after the “tequila incident”. But the roof was promptly repaired and the cat made a full…

Summer - The Last Hurrah

Summer – The Last Hurrah

When the temperature rises, nothing feels better than the wind in your hair, the sun on your back, and a brand new pair of Radio Shack team shorts on your backside. That said, I cannot in good conscience condone the…

A Day in Holland

A Day in Holland

For a race that almost wasn’t, Saturday’s provincial road race in Holland, Manitoba was a resounding success. But it wasn’t without its challenges, that’s for sure. Unfortunately, I had misunderstood the specifics of the location and was unable to use…

You Gotta Want it, Dude

Most excellent raceage tomorrow, dudes. Remember, nomatter how bad you suck, you will never suck as bad as this heinous Coke commercial from the early 1980’s. Have a great race. Totally.

Pink My Ride

Pink My Ride

THE HORROR!!!! Beware my friends – there is a villain among us. Turn your back for a second and your precious racing machine could be violated in the most heinous manner. Take heed. Don’t let this happen to you (WARNING: The…

Grass Track: Living Dangerously

Grass Track: Living Dangerously

Who knew there were things to do in an unassuming grass field other than die of boredom watching 6 year-olds play soccer? Tuesday’s “off the grid” grass track race was not on MCA schedule, which made it feel a little…

Message to a Bicycle Thief

Message to a Bicycle Thief

DarkCross is Coming, y'all!

DarkCross is Coming, y’all!

Yesirree, and you better be ready. DarkCross is sure the be THE event of this year’s race calendar, which has been as skimpy as the Daisy Dukes I wore last night on a recon trip to the Speedway. How I…