I am Cafe Roubaix. Specialized Receives Huge Backlash after Threatening LBS Cafe Roubaix
Update (12/10/13): Late last night we learned that ASI does not wish to prevent Cafe Roubaix the use of "Roubaix", "Specialized Bicycles overstepped its bounds." ASI is the actual Trademark holder of the Roubaix name in the U.S. They license the name for use by...
Kansas City: Christmas in the Park Midnight Bike Ride Postponed (AGAIN)
CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK - MIDNIGHT RIDE POSTPONED AGAIN! The weather has not been our friend this season! We are sorry to inform you that, due to the freezing rain and snow forecasted for tomorrow, Friday, February 13th, we must again POSTPONE the Midnight Bike Ride...
This Weekend Brings Cyclocross Championships to the Region
Riders across the region will be trying to try and win a state championship jersey this weekend. Several states are holding their cyclocross championship events this weekend. On Saturday, Illinois racers who have been battling all season will have the chance to battle...
Action Wipes Review
This year's Interbike once again began with two days of test riding the newest bikes at the very popular Outdoor Demo. The Outdoor Demo was held in Boulder City at the Bootleg Canyon Mountain Bike Park. Two days of desert dust, high winds, and trails left the test...
Topeka Hosts The 2013 Kansas State Cyclocross Championships
December has come quickly. There is less than a month left until the New Year. However, plenty of Midwest events keep you busy through the end of 2013. The 2013 Kansas State Cyclocross Championships will be held at Hummer Park in Topeka, KS, on Sunday, December 8. The...
Burn off that Thanksgiving Meal with These Midwest Events
Kansas and Missouri The Kansas City area hosts two events this weekend. First up is Penn Valley Cross on Saturday, followed by Holiday Cross on Sunday. Weather Forecast Illinois Saturday brings the NORGE Ski Jump Cyclocross event to Illinois. Online...
KS: Wichita Area Cyclocross Weekend
Wichita is hosting a weekend of cyclocross racing starting tomorrow. There are two event to choose, or don't choose and do them both! Sand Creek Cyclocross Challenge is located at Centennial Park in Newton, Kansas just north of Wichita. The race is mostly flat and...
Review: Transitions Lenses, Oakley Fast Jacket
As every rider knows, changing light conditions can cause issues when you are on your bike. The amount of hours we spend on the road can mean starting in the dark and ending in bright sunlight, dealing with waning light conditions in the evening, or quickly changing...
KS: Bicycle X Change Big Ring Road Race Series
This weekend brings the Bicycle X Change Big Ring Road Race Series to Winfield, KS. On Saturday and Sunday participants will be heading to South-Central, KS to take part in this gravel grinder. Event promoters describe the course conditions, "The events will be held...
Kansas Cyclocross Heads to the Capital with Grand Prix HPT
This weekend, Kansas cross action heads to the State Capital of Topeka. Grand Prix HPT, an evening race, will take place on Saturday, November 9th at the Heartland Park Topeka dirt track. The race course consists of, "mainly hard-pack dirt, a grass infield and some...
MO: Bubba Cyclocross #4 and Greensfelder Trailbuilding
Riders looking for a cyclocross race in Missouri will have to head to the Saint Louis area to Lower Buder Park. This Sunday the park hosts the 4th race in the Bubba Cyclocross Racing Series. Web Site There is a great opportunity to give back by helping to build and...
IL: Team Time Trial and Cross Racing
We are deep into cross season at this point but Illinois is still offering up one more road event this season. The LSD Team Time Trial will take place in the Chicago area and offers teams of 4 the chance to test their legs against the clock. There is a Merckx category...
MO: Gateway Cross Cup, Hallowheelie, and Ghost Tours
The Gateway Cross Cup provides cyclocross racers with a full weekend of events in the Saint Louis area. The race course is located in mid-town St. Louis County just north and west of the LOOP neighborhood in University City. Race registration and the Expo area will be...
Kansas Cross and Gravel Weekend
It is a full schedule of cross and gravel racing this weekend in Kansas. Wichita plays host to the first of two weekends in the Bicycle X Change Big Ring Road Race Series. Races will take place on both Saturday and Sunday. This gravel grinder series takes place on...
Interbike Tech: Fix It Sticks
Sometimes it is the seemingly simple ideas that make the biggest splash. Fix It Sticks is one of those ideas that once you come across it you think to yourself, "Why didn't I think of that?" We stopped by the Fix It Sticks booth at Interbike to see what this new tool...
Live Feed for 2013 Hollywood Championship Cycling Tonight!
For those who are looking for some cycling action to watch tonight, starting at about 9:15pm tonight, the 2013 Hollywood Championship Cycling is delivering a live feed through the following link. 2013 Hollywood Championship Live Feed
Interbike: Swiftwick Compression Socks
Swiftwick was at this year’s Interbike promoting their compression socks and gear. Based out of Tennessee, Swiftwick’s makes all of its products right here in the U.S.A. They offer seven product lines, each with slight variation in use and features, but they all have...
Iowa Weekend Events
Iowa has two great events this weekend to take part in. The IMBCS #10 The Mullet Fall Classic will be held Saturday at Lake Ahquabi State Park in Indianola, IA. This is the 10th mountain bike race in the 2013 IMBCS series. "The 6.7-mile loop includes a trip around...
MO: October Brings Plenty of Cycling Events
The opening weekend of October brings plenty of cycling events and great weather. The Kansas City area plays host to the Tour de BBQ. This is a popular area ride that raises money for cancer research. Event Weather Forecast Fat Tire enthusiasts will head to Warsaw,...
Kansas: 360 Cup Cross and Wyco’s Revenge MTB II
Kansas area riders have two events to choose from this weekend. The second cross race on the KS cyclocross calendar, The 360 Cup, will occur at Centennial Park in Lawrence, KS, on Saturday and Sunday. Event Flyer Those wishing to hit the trails can take part in...
A Few Songs about Bikes for Your Listening Pleasure
Here are a few songs about bikes. Some are classic and some are new. Know of any others? What are your favorite cycling songs? Of course topping the list is Queen's iconic, Bicycle Race The song, Bike Ride, from Nora Jane Struthers is a lyrical treat Then there is...
Bushnell PowerSync Systems
Bushnell's PowerSync technologies were on display at Interbike 2013 in Las Vegas this month. Bushnell has four different systems that utilize the PowerSync technology: Battery Bar, SolarWrap, SolarBook, and Power Charger. Each of these systems has their own unique set...
Kovit Cycles’ IsoTruss Technology, Have They Built a Better Mousetrap?
Sometimes, when you are the new kid on the block you tend to go unnoticed; this wasn't the case for Kovit Cycles as they launched their company and their first production bike, the R6i, at Interbike in Las Vegas last week. As they strolled around The Outdoor Demo at...
KS: Manion’s Cross, Double Ogg Dare Dirty TT, KCMBC Picnic
The Kansas cyclocross season opener, Manion's Cross, will take place this weekend, September 28th and 29th, in Kansas City, Kansas. This has become a popular event over the past few years. The course is challenging, with many elevation changes and some significant...
Giro d’Italia Stage 12 Announcement
Las Vegas, September 18, 2013 – The 12th stage of the 2014 Giro d’Italia, organised by RCS Sport / La Gazzetta dello Sport, has been presented to the world’s cycling press. The stage is scheduled to take place on 22nd May and will be a very challenging individual time...
