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  • Mourey, Euro Stars Align for StarCrossed; Exclusive Interview with Promoter

    by Josh Liberles What began in 2002 as an exploratory “What if?” conversation between Terry Buchanan, who ran the Broadmark (now Hagens-Berman) road team, and Jonny Sundt, one of his riders at the time, has turned into one of the West Coast’s top cyclocross attractions. September 18th will mark the third year that StarCrossed will [...]

  • Introducing Psychlo Mom – The Calm Before the Storm and a Recipe for Kick-Some-Ass Oatmeal Cookies

    Oatmeal cookies to placate and energize young crossers , via flickr by thepinkpeppercorn

    We couldn’t be more excited to bring you Psychlo Mom’s fresh voice. She represents a crucial segment of the ’cross community – the parents who nurture the up-and-coming generation of  Junior racers. This year Psychlo Mom will be going above and beyond the call, as she’s bringing Anthony Grand, a Swiss rider, into her home. [...]

  • The Most Important Thing – A Column by Lee Waldman

    Lee Waldman derives his inspiration from a myriad of sources. As a teacher, it may not surprise you that his most recent motivator was a children’s book – The Important Book. He saw a parallel there, and it wasn’t hard for Lee to pick out what he sees as the important facets of cyclocross. In [...]

  • Work, Train, Race, Repeat – A Column by Grant Berry

    We’re excited to welcome Durango, Colorado, racer Grant Berry to the Cyclocross Magazine fold. This is the first installment from Grant, and he reflects on life, ’cross, dog bones and how they can all interrelate. Stay tuned to cxmagazine.com for more to come from Grant all season long! by Grant Berry As I sit pondering [...]

  • Susan Butler Tackles Endurance MTB at High Cascade 100

    Susan Butler at the Cascade 100

    Portland Elite ’crosser Susan Butler brings us her report from the High Cascade 100, a 100 mile mountain bike race held on August 7th. Can’t wait to see you on the ’cross course, Susan! by Sue Butler With the impending cyclocross season just around the corner, I somehow thought it would be a good idea [...]

  • Borders − a Column by Lee Waldman

    Cyclocross Magazine columnist and Masters racer Lee Waldman discusses crossing borders, pushing boundaries and loving cyclocross – and life. In case you missed it, go back and check out Lee’s previous column as he talks about using a coach and enjoying the ride. by Lee Waldman Borders. They surround us, penning us in. They limit [...]

  • Rider Diary: Vicki Thomas Gearing up for ’Cross

    Vicki Thomas racing the World Cup at Nommay.  Photo:  Joscelin Ryan

    Canadian Elite ’crosser and Cyclocross Magazine contributer Vicki Thomas checks in with us as our favorite time of year draws near. Mud on your mind, Vicki? Wow, long time no talk! Guess this is what happens when the cyclocross season ends and the heat of the summer sets in. Well, it has been a long [...]

  • Using a Coach and Enjoying the Ride – A Column by Lee Waldman

    Lee Waldman in the drops, working on skills in a short track MTB race © Annette Hayden, MountainMoonPhotography.com

    Cyclocross Magazine columnist and Masters racer Lee Waldman has been using a coach, getting focused and learning to enjoy his racing. In case you missed it, go back and check out Lee’s previous column as he interviews his wife about being married to a racer. by Lee Waldman At 60 years of age, I know [...]

  • Married to the Bike? Masters Racer Lee Waldman Interviews His Wife

    Cyclocross Magazine columnist and Masters racer Lee Waldman takes a look behind the scenes of bike racing life by interviewing his wife about being married to an obsessed cyclocrosser and mountain biker. In case you missed it, go back and check out Lee’s previous column as he analyzes Making Excuses and Smiling Like George. by [...]

  • Race Report: Big Ring Rumpus Brings June ’Cross Category to New England

    Let the Rumpus begin! Let the Rumpus begin! © Chip Baker

    And Max said, “Let the Wild Rumpus begin!” – Where the Wild Things Are by Chip Baker The ’cross gods are not of the the nice, gentle baby Jesus in golden fleece diapers variety from the movie Talladega Nights. They are angry, vengeful gods that punish the weak and extract retribution for even the most [...]

  • Bike Racing as a Vehicle for Giving Back – A Column by Lee Waldman

    Cyclocross Magazine columnist and Masters racer Lee Waldman takes a minute to reflect on the charmed life than many of us cyclists live, and ways in which we could give back. Call it altruism, or maybe it’s a selfish act in itself because helping others makes us feel good. We won’t settle that debate, but [...]

  • Dan Timmerman Retires – An Exclusive Interview

    Dan Timmerman on the start line of Nationals in Bend © Larry Rosa

    We at Cyclocross Magazine were initially surprised that Dan Timmerman’s name was missing from the newly-announced 2010 roster of the Richard Sachs cyclocross team, but we figured that Timmerman, who has enjoyed a great deal of success at the top end of the sport the last several seasons and is a regular on the podium [...]

  • The Seasonal Cyclocross Tune Up and Rebuild

    Stripped and ready for the rebuild. © Jamie Mack

    by Jamie Mack The pile of parts laying on the workbench was, until 15 minutes ago, a very serviceable ’cross bike. Looking at the components strewn across the surface, I can’t help but be amazed, and a little concerned, at where I can get with a couple of Allen wrenches and a little too much [...]

  • Promoter Profile: Pirate Race Productions

    Pirate Race Productions Cyclocross Promoter

    Pirate Race Productions, a relative newcomer to race promotion, is starting to shake things up in the cyclocross community. Cyclocross Magazine recently spoke with Andrew Stackhouse, Managing Director of Pirate Race Productions, to discuss the making of a cyclocross promoter, how to provide value to race sponsors, and the growth of ‘cross in “emerging” markets. [...]

  • To the Short Track for Skills and Anaerobic Pain – A Column by Lee Waldman

    Cyclocross Magazine columnist and Masters racer Lee Waldman ramps up the intensity, courtesy of a short track MTB race in Colorado. In case you missed it, go back and check out Lee’s previous column as he Relearns Old Lessons. by Lee Waldman It’s May. ’Cross season for most of us is still four months away. [...]



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