# CYCLO-CROSS TO END OFF CANADIAN CHAMPIONSHIP SEASON IN HARDWOOD

OTTAWA, ON (October 26, 2026) - It’s time to bring out your cowbells for the grand finale of the 2026 Canadian Championship season! This weekend in Hardwood, Ontario, Pulse Racing Inc. will host the final Canadian Championship event of the year, the 2026 Lazer Canadian Cyclo-cross Championships. With top athletes competing from across Canada, the weekend promises a high energy conclusion to the national championship calendar and an exciting kick-off to the cyclo-cross season. 

"Closing out our national championship calendar with Cyclo-cross always brings incredible energy,” says Cycling Canada Events Manager Jacob Graper. “With stacked fields across every category, and a challenging course put together by Pulse Racing, fans and athletes alike can anticipate an exciting day of racing and end to the championship season. We’re also thrilled to partner with Ontario Cycling for their provincials, making for an entire weekend of exciting action.” 

The championship action officially gets underway on Saturday, October 31, followed by Hardwood Cross and the Ontario Provincial Championships on Sunday, November 1. Riders will battle mud and obstacles as they compete for the coveted maple leaf jersey across U17, Junior, Elite, and Masters categories. Among the strong contenders, Elite Men’s champion Tyler Clark returns to defend his title alongside Canadian cyclo-cross legend Sidney McGill, both headlining a stacked roster of national talent.  

Cycling Canada is excited to partner with Pulse Racing Inc, Lazer, and Ontario Cycling to deliver a thrilling weekend of racing for athletes and Canadian cyclo-cross fans. To view the technical guide and event schedule please visit the Cycling Canada Event Page.