cyclocross training and skills
Several weeks ago, Michael van den Ham talked to Cycle-Smart’s Shaun Adamson and Elliston Coaching’s Bill Elliston about whether or not dedicated cyclocross athletes should be racing …
Forget what you know about preparing to run in cyclocross: If you are pulling out your sneakers and jogging only two weeks before the season …
In Issue 27, Michael van den Ham looked inward to strike the balance that we must all find before cycling begins to feel more like …
Last year, Nick DiGangi, a proper New Englander with an affinity for heavily hopped ales and ’cross, offered some of his reflections on a new season …
As we approach the week of Cyclocross National Championships, we know that some of you will be getting your hands dirty in the pits. If …
As we approach the week of Cyclocross National Championships, we know that some of you will be making the trip for the first time, or …
While speaking with famed course designer Pete Webber, Carmichael Training Systems Coach Josh Whitmore examined the features and nuances of Zilker Park, host site …
With Cycle-Smart International coming this weekend (and giving some hints on social media about a possible sand pit) and all the bucket loads of sand …
For today’s Technique Tuesday, we will revisit a frequently asked question from our Cyclocross 101 readers. The question, what obstacles can I expect to see on a cyclocross …
With many of us pulling out our cyclocross bikes and practicing barriers and remounts (and maybe even preparing for dropped chains) for the first time in months, this …
When it comes to ride nutrition, ’crossers have it easy. Our short races often mean no need to hydrate or eat in-race, but that makes …
Properly sizing a cyclocross bike, as well as swapping or adjusting stems, saddles, handlebars, and seat posts for an ideal fit, are rich subjects that …
If dropped chains are constantly ruining your races, you might want to stay tuned for an upcoming Mechanical Monday to help you prevent this disaster. …
Cyclocross is essentially the Post Office of the cycling world, and just as is written on the New York City USPS building, we have our …
So you’ve been racing cyclocross for a few years, have been finishing mid-pack, and you’re now looking towards next season wondering where you can gain …
You’ve decided that you want to race ’cross, but there are still questions before the season starts. What kind of bike should you race? Should …
Learning more about cyclocross is easy to do. If you’re interested, but not quite ready to hit the start line, maybe there’s a nearby race …
When you first start racing ’cross, if you don’t come from a cycling background, the equipment list can be daunting. For the newbie, the question …
Tire choice is one of the most hotly debated topics in all of ’cross. The lack of active suspension means that tires are your first …
You may be asking, “What’s with all the hype?” or “Why would I want to race in the mud?” or “What makes cyclocross the best …
One of the beauties of cyclocross is the relatively small training time commitment. ’Cross is a 60 minute (or less) affair. With such a short …
Want to be a winner next ’cross season? So do we, and there’s no time like the offseason to start getting race-ready. Last week we …
Every year, we hear about more and more injuries from racers wanting to improve their running skills for the cyclocross season only to end up …
So you’re racing gravel. First of all, good for you, re-purposing your ’cross bike in the offseason! Second of all, by now you probably realize …
Welcome to our newest section of the website, our Frequently Asked Questions. Now, as we add to our list of questions, we’ll be featuring them …
by David Einmo A mechanical might steal your spot on the podium, but it doesn’t have to rob your enthusiasm. Stop playing the “what if” …
by Jacob Fetty ’Cross is over. Now what? You have watched the World Championship replay 17 times on YouTube. You are lost. It feels like …
by Matt Marchal Like many of you, I saw the post recently about the Cat 3 who tested positive for testosterone and at first, I …
Two-time World Champion Bart Wellens shares his tips on how to run stairs like a pro in this video from the Global Cycling Network. Wellens …
Al Donahue is one of the country’s leading cyclocross experts, but you may not have ever heard of him. Al works closely with a number …