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CYCLO-CROSS CHAMPIONSHIPS RETURN TO SHERBROOKE

Sherbrooke, October 26, 2017 – The final national championship of 2017 will take place in Sherbrooke, Quebec, when riders from Junior, Under-23, Elite and Masters categories line up for the Canadian Cyclo-cross Championships, on Saturday, October 28th.

This will be the second year Sherbrooke has hosted the Championships, and the city will be the centerpiece of a three day cyclo-cross weekend, beginning with a corporate relay challenge on Friday evening, followed by the main Championship races on Saturday, and concluding with the final round of the Maglia Rosa Quebec Cup on Sunday.

“We are very excited to return to Sherbrooke for the second year of the Cyclo-cross Canadian Championships bid,” said Josh Peacock, Competitions Coordinator for Cycling Canada.  “The organization did a fantastic job at last year’s event, and have some exciting changes in store in 2017 for riders and spectators alike.  Registration numbers have already surpassed those from 2016, so athletes should expect challenging racing across all categories.”

The Championships will take place in the Jacques Cartier Park, where many local events and festivals take place. It is located on the shores of the Lac des Nations and its Boardwalk, which circles the Lac des Nations. While much of last year’s course will return for this year, organizers have added a bridge cross-over. A difficult 180-degree turn through the beer garden and steep climbs will separate the contenders.

Stéphane Vallières, president of Vélo-Sherbrooke and organizer of the event, explains “Last year’s course was very popular, but this year will be even better. As a new feature we have added a bridge, which offers new possibilities on a more condensed circuit.”

“We brought team tents closer to the start line, and therefore closer to the big top for more action. The spectators will also be delighted by our race site, as they will be treated to unobstructed views and proximity to the riders. There will definitely be a festive atmosphere thanks to our collaboration with the local microbrewery Siboire. A beer has even been brewed specifically for the event!” Vallières added.

Organizers are expecting upwards of 400 riders, and a number of Canada’s top competitors are confirmed, including Olympians Geoff Kabush, Raphaël Gagné, Lyne Bessette and Léandre Bouchard. Also confirmed are Maghalie Rochette (defending women’s champion and fifth at the 2017 world championships) and Christel Ferrier-Bruneau.

Further information, including registration and the technical guide can be found at sherbrookecx.com.

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4iiii INNOVATIONS ANNOUNCES OFFICIAL PARTNERSHIP WITH CYCLING CANADA

Ottawa, October 20, 2017 – 4iiii Innovations and Cycling Canada have formed an exclusive sponsor and supplier relationship that will provide 4iiii PRECISION Powermeters and Viiiiva Heartrate Monitors to national team athletes in all Olympic and Paralympic cycling categories.
 
The partnership, which extends through the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo, Japan, brings together two proudly Canadian organizations dedicated to helping home-grown cyclists top the podium at major events around the world.
 
“We welcome the opportunity to display our leadership in powermeter technology with the home team,” said 4iiii Innovations CEO Kip Fyfe. “Our involvement will include supplying PRECISION Powermeters and Viiiiva Heartrate Monitors together with the same high-level technical support we provide to the World Tour and other professional teams we sponsor.”
 
The 4iiii partnership with Cycling Canada will benefit athletes at both the elite and grassroots levels by providing affordable, world-class technology to a wide variety of disciplines and training programs.
 
“Power and heartrate are the foundation of all our training and racing,” said Cycling Canada Mountain Bike Head Coach Dan Proulx. “To deliver podium results, it is essential to gather and analyze this data to help optimize strengths and counter weaknesses.”
 
“My 4iiii PRECISION Powermeter provides accurate and consistent data, giving me confidence day in and day out,” said recently crowned individual pursuit national champion Kinley Gibson.
 
“We are thrilled to welcome another best-in-class Canadian brand into our growing family of performance and marketing partners,” said Matthew Jeffries, Director of Marketing for Cycling Canada. “Our world-leading athletes are Canadian-made and we are proud to say the same thing about the organizations, products and technologies that support them.”
 
4iiii will also collaborate with other Cycling Canada performance partners including Lexus, Argon 18, Louis Garneau and Barista to support and elevate major cycling events across the country.
 
4iiii Innovations is a leading Canadian sports technology company based in Cochrane, Alberta. 4iiii is a sponsor and product supplier to WordTour teams Quick-Step Floors and Bora-hansgrohe, Canadian Women’s Team Cyclery-4iiii as well as yachting’s America’s Cup Team Oracle USA.
 
Cycling Canada is the governing body for competitive cycling in Canada. Founded in 1882, Cycling Canada aims to create and sustain an effective system that develops talented Canadian cyclists to achieve Olympic, Paralympic, and World Championship medal performances. With the vision of being a leading competitive cycling nation by 2020 celebrating enhanced international success, increased national participation and world class event hosting, Cycling Canada manages high performance programs, hosts national and international events and administers programs to promote and grow cycling across the country. Cycling Canada programs are made possible through the support of its valued corporate partners – Global Relay, Lexus Canada, Mattamy Homes, Louis Garneau and Bear Mountain Resort – along with the Government of Canada, Own The Podium, the Canadian Olympic Committee and the Canadian Paralympic Committee.
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PARA-CYCLING NEXTGEN PROGRAM APPLICATION NOW OPEN

The Cycling Canada Para-cycling NextGen Program is now accepting athlete applications for the 2018 season. This program is focused on providing targeted athletes with an elevated level of support to deliver international podium performances and transition seamlessly into the elite ranks. In addition, the program offers athletes without prior experience an opportunity to see if they have what it takes to be a Paralympian.

Selected athletes will receive a world class Daily Training Environment with personalized and periodized coaching from the NextGen coach, as well as integrated support services such as nutrition, mental performance, physiology and strength & conditioning.

“The para-cycling NextGen program is growing! Thanks to its established eastern program and with a western branch opening this fall, Cycling Canada is aiming to support competitive para-cyclists through the country” says NextGen Coach Guillaume Plourde. “The system aims at supporting and elevating skilled athletes towards the National Team by providing personal coaching, access to sports science services and specific equipment all year long. With training camps and international racing opportunities, we are targeting athletes that are ready to commit to a high performance lifestyle to develop their skills to the fullest.”

Applications can be completed online HERE.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 17:00 PDT, MONDAY, OCTOBER 30TH, 2017.

Any questions can be directed to NextGen Coach Guillaume Plourde at guillaume.plourde@cyclingcanada.ca

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APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR WOMEN’S NEXTGEN PROGRAM

The Cycling Canada NextGen Women’s Track Endurance Program is now accepting athlete applications for the 2018 season. This program is focused on providing targeted athletes with an elevated level of support to deliver international podium performances and help them transition seamlessly into the elite ranks.

Selected athletes will receive a world-class Daily Training Environment with personalized and periodized coaching from the National coach, and integrated support services such as nutrition, mental performance, physiology and strength & conditioning. New to the program are a an increased focus on road training and competition, and the hiring of our new NexGen coach Jenny Trew, after the departure of former NextGen coach Cameron Jennings in May.

“Taking over from Cam Jennings and working with the group, staff and [women’s elite coach] Craig Griffin has been inspiring,” says NextGen Coach Jenny Trew. “It’s an exciting time for Canadian cycling with increasing alignment and athlete flow between the NextGen group and the Elite program.”

“The women’s endurance program has taken remarkable steps over the years with Cam,” said Cycling Canada’s Pathway Development Manager Jesse Korf. “With Jenny taking over and developing the program further, we have an opportunity to keep integrating the Next Gen and elite program. In addition, an increased focus on developing our junior pool really makes for an exciting dynamic and we feel that we are adding even more momentum to an already outstanding program”.

Applications can be completed online HERE.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 17:00 PDT, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20TH, 2017.

Any questions can be directed to NextGen Coach Jenny Trew at Jenny.Trew@cyclingcanada.ca

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CLASS OF 2017 INDUCTED INTO CYCLING HALL OF FAME

Milton, October 3, 2017 – The third annual induction to the Canadian Cycling Hall of Fame took place on Sunday at Rattlesnake Point Golf Club in Milton, Ontario, with over 150 people attending the luncheon that saw Gary Longhi, Albert Schelstraete-Coulier, Karen Strong and Steve Smith become the newest members of the Hall of Fame.

“To create our history, we need to recognize and celebrate our greats of yesterday,” stated Pierre Lafontaine, CEO of Cycling Canada.  “Today was one of those days in life that makes you so proud to be associated with cycling and the quality people it has helped shape. We are about creating world-class people and this day we were surrounded with some of the best of the best that Canada has ever produced. Humbling!”

Prior to the induction ceremony, over 100 cyclists participated in the Lexus-sponsored Ride with Legends event, where they had the opportunity to ride with current members of Canada’s national team, as well as cycling legends Steve Bauer, Curt Harnett, Gordon Singleton and Karen Strong.

At the luncheon, Eleanor McMahon, Ontario Minister for Sport and founder of the Share the Road advocacy group, spoke about the benefits of cycling and how government is improving safety and access for cyclists.

An introduction to the accomplishments of each inductee preceded remarks by each of the new members or their representatives.  The class of 2017 includes three athletes and one builder.

Gary Longhi, para-cyclist and multi-time Paralympian led Canadian cyclists at the 1996 Atlanta Paralympic Games, winning a gold medal in the Individual Time Trial (ITT) and a bronze in the Road Race. He was a silver medalist in the ITT at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games and was the flag bearer for the Canadian Paralympic Team at the opening ceremonies for the 2000 Paralympic Games in Sydney.

Albert Schelstraete-Coulier’s cycling career covered many facets including racing but his recognition as a builder comes about due to his leading role in two specific areas. He served as the President of the Canadian Wheelmen’s Association (1952-1957) and later as the President of the Canadian Cycling Association (1972-1974). In addition to this, he built the Delhi, Ontario, velodrome in 1939 and the first portable track in 1948 and went on to build numerous tracks in North America from 1948 to 1975, as well as designing the 1976 Olympic track in Montreal.  Albert Schelstraete-Coulier passed away in 2011 and his award was accepted by his son, Bob Schelstraete.

Karen Strong is a recognized forerunner for many of Canada’s top road and track athletes. As the first Canadian woman to win medals at the Track World Championships her bronze medal in 1977 and silver in 1980 paved the way for future Canadian successes in the discipline. In addition to several international podiums, Karen dominated the Canadian Road Cycling Championships from 1975 to 1982. Following her incredible competitive career she served as the first full-time women’s coach for the national body.

Steve Smith, Canada’s greatest downhill mountain biker, tragically lost his life in May of 2016 as the result of a motocross accident. From 2004 to 2013 Stevie’s legend grew, culminating in being the 2013 World Cup Champion. Included in his three win’s in 2013 was a memorable gold medal run on home soil at Mont-Ste-Anne, QC which contributed to him being named Cyclist of the Year for 2013. After two injury-plagued seasons in 2014 and 2015 he came back in early 2016 with a World Cup podium at Lourdes, FRA to start his final season.  Steve Smith’s award was accepted by Mathieu Dupelle – friend and former team mechanic.

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GEE LEADS FINAL STANDINGS AT TRACK NATIONALS WITH 4 TITLES

Milton, October 2, 2017 – The 2017 Canadian Track Championships p/b Lexus concluded on Saturday with six Elite titles awarded at the Mattamy National Cycling Centre in Milton, Ontario.

Competition began with the 4000 metre Individual Pursuit for women and men.  Kinley Gibson (The Cyclery-4iiii) took the women’s title with a time of 3:39.749, finishing over five seconds ahead of Laurie Jussaume (Équipe du Québec) in the gold medal final.  Annie Foreman-Mackey (Sho-Air Twenty20 defeated Marie Soleil Blais (Équipe du Québec) for the bronze medal.  In the men’s competition, Derek Gee (Team Race Clean) took his third gold medal with a time of 4:27.154, beating Ryan Roth (Silber Pro Cycling) by 2.543 seconds.  In the bronze medal race, Adam Roberge (Équipe du Québec) defeated Evan Burtnik (Team Race Clean).

The Keirin saw the continued domination of two riders in the speed events.  Tegan Cochrane (Cycling BC) won her third title in the women’s race, beating Lauriane Genest (Équipe du Québec) and Jenna Nestman (Alete).  Rio Olympian Hugo Barrette (Équipe du Québec) did the same in the men’s race, defeating team mates Joel Archambault and Patrice St Louis Pivin.  The men’s race was reduced to these three riders after a crash took down the rest of the field.

The Championships concluded with the Madison, which is gaining renewed interest after it was recently returned to the Olympic program for 2020 in Tokyo.  Team Race Clean took both the women’s and men’s titles, with Allison Beveridge and Jasmin Duehring combining to dominate the women’s race.  It was Beveridge’s third track title, to go along with the national road title she won in June.  Sho-Air Twenty20 (Annie Foreman-Mackey/Laura Brown) took the silver medal and The Cyclery-4iiii (Kinley Gibson/Laurie Jussaume) the bronze.

The men’s race saw Derek Gee win an incredible fourth national title with Team Race Clean partner Evan Burtnik, in a close fought race that saw the lead change multiple times among the top three teams.  RealDeal Racing (Ed Veal/Emile De Rosnay) won the silver and Équipe du Québec (Thierry Kirouac Marcassa/Gabriel Drapeau Zgoralski) the bronze.

Visit www.racetiming.ca for full results.

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FOUR ELITE TITLES AWARDED ON DAY 2 OF CANADIAN TRACK CHAMPIONSHIPS P/B LEXUS

Milton, September 30, 2017 – The 2017 Canadian Track Championships p/b Lexus saw four national titles awarded in Elite competition on Friday at the Mattamy National Cycling Centre in Milton, Ontario.

In the Sprint competition, Tegan Cochrane (Cycling BC) won her second title of the Championships when she took the Elite women’s sprint title in two straight rides against Lauriane Genest (Equipe de Quebec).  Cochrane and Genest had teamed up on Thursday to win the Team Sprint title.  Lizanne Wilmot (NCCH p/b Dec Express) won the bronze medal.  In the men’s sprint, Rio Olympian Hugo Barrette (Equipe de Quebec) proved to be unstoppable, showing impressive speed as he beat team mate Joel Archambault in two straight rides for the gold medal. Je’land Sydney (Kallisto-FCV p/b Peloton Contracting) won the bronze medal.

Titles were also awarded in the four event Omnium. Rio Olympic bronze medalist Allison Beveridge (Rally Cycling) won her second title of the Championships with a strong performance in the final Points Race, moving up from fourth. Kinley Gibson (The Cyclery-4iiii) took second and Annie Foreman-Mackey (Sho-Air Twenty20) third. The race was marred by a crash that took out Jasmin Duehring (Sho-Air Twenty20) and Ariane Bonhomme (Cyclery-4iiii), who had been tied for the lead going into the final event.  The men’s Omnium saw a dominant Derek Gee (Team Race Clean) take the title after lapping the field four times in the Points Race, to win with 204 points.  Ed Veal (RealDeal Racing) held on for second with 173 points, while Emile de Rosnay of Victoria, BC, jumped up from seventh to take the bronze medal.

The Canadian Track Championships conclude on Saturday.  Visit www.racetiming.ca for full results.

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CANADIAN TRACK CHAMPIONSHIPS P/B LEXUS OPEN IN MILTON

Milton, September 29, 2017 – The 2017 Canadian Track Championships p/b Lexus for Elite and Masters athletes opened Thursday at the Mattamy National Cycling Centre in Milton, Ontario.  While a few familiar faces appeared on the podium, there were also a number of newcomers donning the maple leaf jersey of national champion.

Six national titles were awarded in the Elite category for women and men, including four in the team events – the Team Sprint and Team Pursuit.  In the Team Sprint, the composite squad of Lauriane Genest of Quebec and Tegan Cochrane of British Columbia took the women’s title with a time of 35.327 seconds, nearly two seconds faster than the second place composite team of Devaney Collier of Alberta and Jenna Nestman of British Columbia.  The men’s competition was dominated by Equipe du Quebec, which contained three members of Canada’s national team, led by Rio Olympian Hugo Barrette, joined by Patrice St Louis Pivin and Joel Archambault.  Their time of 44.693 was just over one second slower than the Canadian record, set at altitude in Mexico.

The Team Pursuit saw members of Canada’s Olympic bronze medal winning squad win the women’s title, with Allison Beveridge, Laura Brown, Katherine Maine and Annie Foreman-Mackey winning qualifying, and Jasmin Duehring substituting for Laura Brown in the gold medal ride.  The team recorded a time of 4:29.936 for the final, approximately two and half seconds faster than silver medalists Laurie Jussaume, Ariane Bonhomme, Kinley Gibson and Sara Giovannetti, of the Cyclery-4iiii team from Ottawa.  The men’s event saw development squad Team Race Clean (Bailey Simpson/Evan Burtnik/Derek Gee/Adam Jamieson) win the title after catching a composite team of Chris Ernst, Michael Foley, Ryan Roth and Ed Veal.

Two individual titles were also awarded in Elite competition, in the time trial events.  Lauriane Genest (Equipe du Quebec) won the women’s 500 metre competition with a time of 35.337 seconds, finishing 1.216 seconds ahead of Tegan Cochrane (Cycling BC), with national road champion Allison Beveridge (Rally Cycling) third.  In the men’s 1000 metre event, Adam Attwell (Cycling BC) won his first Elite title with a time of 1:06.678, finishing 0.283 seconds ahead of Ed Veal (RealDeal Racing), with Adam Reddy (Alete) winning the bronze medal.

The Canadian Track Championships continue on Friday and Saturday.  Visit www.racetiming.ca for full results.

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CYCLING CANADA ANNOUNCES NEW BOARD MEMBERS

Ottawa, September 28, 2017 – Cycling Canada is pleased to announce the election of new members to the Board of Directors, following the Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, September 26th.

John Tolkamp of Vancouver was acclaimed for a third term as President of the Association.  Elections were also held for three Board positions.  Robin Porter of Toronto was re-elected for a second term, while two new members joined the Board – Pierre Laflamme of Quebec City, and Dennis Kim of Vancouver.  Stepping down from the Board are Chris Reid of Ottawa and Lyne Bessette of Knowlton, Quebec.  Returning members of the Board not up for election this year are Hannah Parish of Toronto, Bill Kinash of Regina and Kevin Baldwin of St John’s.

Laflamme has a long history as a cyclist, both competitively and recreationally, and brings his financial experience to the Board as a CPA.  He has been a member of the Board of Excellence Sportive Quebec Levis, and has worked with many of Canada’s top cyclists, including Raphaël Gagné, Antoine Duchesne, Hugo Houle, Simone Boilard, Pierrick Naud and Benjamin Perry.

Dennis Kim brings a wealth of sports marketing experience to the Board.  He is the Director of Global Marketing at Dorel for the Sugoi and Sombrio cycling brands, and previously worked for the Canadian Olympic Committee and the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics in Branding and Merchandising.

“First of all, on behalf of the Board, I want to pass on my sincere thanks to Chris Reid and Lyne Bessette, who are stepping down from the Board,” said John Tolkamp, President of Cycling Canada.  “Both Lyne and Chris have been valuable contributors over the past years to moving the whole organization forward.  I, along with the whole Board, welcome Pierre Laflamme and Dennis Kim to the organization.  It is a healthy sign to see new individuals put their names forward, and for the membership to give them a mandate, and I welcome the new experiences and skills both Dennis and Pierre bring to the table.  I look forward to their contribution to Cycling Canada’s growth and future.”

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EVENT OF THE YEAR VOTE NOW OPEN

Ottawa, September 26, 2017 – After a very exciting season of racing throughout the country, Cycling Canada invites all cycling fans to vote online over the next few weeks to determine the 2017 Cycling Canada Events of the Year. Fan vote will count for 50% of the overall consideration for Road, Track, Mountain Bike, BMX, Para-cycling and Cyclo-cross events of the year.

2017 Event of the Year winners will be determined by an equal proportion of public voting (this survey) and evaluation of the review of the following criteria by relevant staff & committees:

  • Communication with Stakeholders
  • Event Promotion
  • Event Presentation & Execution
  • Organizing & Planning

Cycling Canada would like to take this opportunity to say thank you to all of the organizers with whom we have collaborated this season. Great Canadian events contribute to international success and to the growth of the sport in Canada. 

The survey will be live until October 10th at 11:59PM EST. Category winners will be announced at the 2017 Cycling Canada Annual General Meeting.

Click here to access the survey.

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