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Sanne Cant Takes Krawatencross, Compton Brings Home Ijsboerke Ladies Trophy Series Title

Sanne Cant and Katie Compton took to the sand at Krawatencross in Lille, and both returned with victories. Four Americans took the start. Full results.

Pre-Worlds Interviews: Katie Compton, Kaitie Keough and Ellen Noble – Video

Katie Compton, Kaitie Keough and Ellen Noble are expected to compete for the podium on Saturday at the 2018 World Championships. We spoke with them on Friday before the race.

Wyman Wednesday: Helen’s Guide to the World Championships

Helen Wyman has done a Worlds or two (15), so she has some advice for surviving the fuss. Learn her tricks for having a successful 2018 Cyclocross World Championships in her latest column.

The Cyclocross Apprenticeship: Navigating Den Bos and the Fietspad Like a Belgian

Corey Coogan Cisek is learning to ride like a Belgian in the forest and on the fietspad. She also got a welcome surprise at Otegem. Read about her ongoing Belgian adventures in her latest Cyclocross Apprenticeship column.

Helen Wyman Announces “Xypex – Verge Sport” Program and KindHuman Bike for 2018

On January 1, 2018 Helen Wyman begins riding for her new “Xypex – Verge Sport” program aboard a Kindhuman Kudu. Get all the details of Wyman’s new program.

The Cyclocross Apprenticeship: Navigating Race-Day Logistics and Racing Zolder

Corey Coogan Cisek reports back on her experiences finding parking at Belgian races and racing at World Cup Zolder. Take a dive into Belgium ‘cross with her latest rider diary.

2017 Year in Review: Women’s Cyclocross Success, #bunnyhopthepatriarchy and Some Miles to Go

2017 was a big year for Ellen Noble, Kaitie Keough and Katie Compton, Noble has started the #bunnyhopthepatriarchy movement and there is still some way to go for equality. We look at the year in Women’s cyclocross in our Year in Review.

Rumors & Rumblings: Van der Poel Re-Signs and Gets New Bike, Brammeier Starts Mudiiita ‘Cross Project

Mathieu van der Poel is sticking with ‘cross and targeting the 2020 Olympics, Nikki Brammeier has started the Mudiiita ‘Cross Project and more in our latest Rumors & Rumblings.

Ask the Coaches: Getting Ready for Cyclocross Nationals (And Other Big Races)

What does it take to be ready for the last January Cyclocross Nationals? We asked some experts for advice on how to excel when the weather turns bad in this Ask the Coaches column.

2017 Gift Guide: Tools for Upping Your Training Game

Need an upgrade in your offseason training? In this gift guide, we look at trainers and training software to help you make the sweat investment for 2018 success.

Training Tuesday: Using Hard and Soft Data to Objectively Review Your Season

How do you evaluate your cyclocross season? Coach Chris Mayhew says that both hard and soft data can help you objectively assess how the year went. Learn how power data, input from others and your own happiness can help you improve for next season.

Friday Fun: Foolproof Advice for Handling DNFs Like a Pro

We’ve all been there. A crash or a mechanical and you’re out of the cyclocross race. Amy VanTassel offers some fun advice for dealing with DNFs and getting back to the start line.

Helen Wyman Shines in the November Mud at World Cup Zeven

Helen Wyman was excited about the muddy conditions at the 2017 World Cup Zeven and raced accordingly. Wyman offers some thoughts on her 2nd-place finish.

Cant Digs Deep in Zeven Mud to Hold Off Wyman and Compton for World Cup Win – Report, Results

Sanne Cant mastered the mud at the 2017 World Cup Zeven to hold off challenges from Helen Wyman and Katie Compton. All the muddy details are in our race report and results.

Training Tuesday: Plan Your Path to Nationals or to the Offseason

Whether winding down or gearing up for Nationals, now is a good time to get ready for a successful end of season. Coach Chris Mayhew is back with advice on finishing the season strong and handling the holidays with grace.

Ridden and Reviewed: CycleOps by Saris Hammer Direct-Drive Smart Trainer

CycleOps by Saris’ entry in the direct-drive smart trainer market is the Hammer. We put the Hammer to the test and report back on the ride and software compatibility for cyclocrossers who want to keep Hammering inside through the winter.

Ask the Mechanics: All Things Cables, Housing and Cable Maintenance

Cable and housing maintenance is essential for effective shifting and braking. In this Ask the Mechanic post, we asked for cable maintenance advice from several pro mechanics.

Helen Wyman to Host 2018 Bike Tours Centered Around Tour de France

Helen Wyman will be hosting two bike tours in the South of France in July, 2018. The tours are all-inclusive and will be centered around the Tour de France. More information available in this release.

Wyman Wednesday – Helen’s Guide to Belgian Weather, Automaats and Racing in Switzerland

Helen Wyman’s season continues with some wild Belgian weather and adventures at the automaat. She also headed to Switzerland for the EKZ Cross Tour.

Lee Waldman: On Hiring a Coach and Five Keys to Being Open to Self-Improvement

Lee Waldman has tried self-coaching and working with a coach. He offers some advice for self-improvement learned from his career as a trainer of teachers.

Rumors & Rumblings: Owen to World Tour, Gould, Miller Return, CrossFit Cyclocross Winner Busted for PEDs and More

Logan Owen hits the pro tour, Meredith Miller and Georgia Gould are back, the CrossFit CX winner uses PEDs and a big rumor in this Rumors and Rumblings.

Training Tuesday: Dialing In Your Race Day Nutrition, Especially for Late-Afternoon Starts

Knowing how much to eat on race day can be tricky, especially if you race late. Coach Chris Mayhew offers advice on how to fuel your cyclocross race days.

Training Tuesday: Preventing and Addressing ‘Cross Back, Revisited

Coach Chris Mayhew of JBV Coaching has got your back. Mayhew is quite familiar with back issues that plague cyclocross racers, and stresses prevention for racers not familiar with such pain.

Wyman Wednesday: Helen Misses the Rains (and Cobbles) Down in Belgium, Sort Of

Helen Wyman returns to Belgium for her first race of the season at Eeklo. She is welcomed back to her old home by two favorites: Belgian rain and cobbles.

Lee Waldman: Mountain Bike Your Way to Cyclocross Handling Confidence

Lee Waldman’s column returns with a look at the benefits of short track and endurance mountain bike racing for cyclocross bike handling skills.

Wednesday Wonderings Follow-Up: Confessions of a Former USAC Points Chaser

Last week, we walked you through how Cyclocross Nationals call-ups work. Now we report back with a points chaser’s firsthand experience.

Wednesday Wonderings: Call Me Up, Maybe? USAC Rankings and Nationals Call-Ups

With Nationals in Reno, many West Coast Masters will want to race. We look at USAC’s points for call-ups and offer tips for getting good race scores.

Training Tuesday: Dial in Your Nutrition for Cyclocross Success This Season

Nutritionist Kristen Arnold joins this week’s Training Tuesday to provide advice on proper nutrition for the demands of racing cyclocross.

Wyman Wednesday: “Flemish Bike” Lessons, Belgian Canal Group Rides and the Sponge

Helen Wyman will be blogging throughout the cyclocross season. In her first report, she teaches some “Flemish Bike” and talks about offseason road racing.

Training Tuesday: Running Down a (Cyclocross) Dream with ‘Cross Specific Running Intervals

Cyclocross requires a specific type of running. In this training Tuesday, Coach Mayhew discusses incorporating running into your prep for ‘cross season.

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