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One to Go – A Column by CX Pro Jesse Anthony

Jesse Anthony has been racing ‘cross for ten years and has won an impressive seven cyclocross national championships. Not content to be only a subject …

Missing the Point: It’s About Fun – A Column by Ben Popper

OK, so enough with the pressure. All you super-nice people always asking me whether I’ve gotten my point yet makes this all so awesome that …

Holiday Shopping and Giving Back – A Column by Ryan Kelly

It’s the time of year for Thanksgiving and holiday shopping. Columnist Ryan Kelly reflects on the how it’s important during this time to give thanks …

A Little Bit of the Emo at USGP’s Mercer Cup – A Column by Ben Popper

It’s mid-November. I’ve done 14 races in the last 7 weeks, I’ve been driving till 3am, on flights 5 hours delayed, and across borders. My …

Mudballs, Broken Bikes, and a Top Ten – A Column by Christine Vardaros

by Christine Vardaros, photo by Krist Vanmelle I am pleased to announce I was one of the few to survive the Asper-Gavere Superprestige in one …

Spending Time with the Flu, a Podium, and my Nieuwelingen – A Column by Christine Vardaros

Cyclocross Magazine columnist Christine Vardaros, a regular print mag contributor, sent us this online report of her recent World Cup in Pijnacker and Germany. Enjoy …

Close Only Counts in Horseshoes and Hand Grenades – A Column by Ben Popper

Columnist Ben Popper took his quest for one UCI point north of the border. This is his report from the Toronto International Cyclocross race, Day …

From Broken Wrist to Shock Therapy – A Column by CX Pro Jesse Anthony

Jesse Anthony, the current USGP leader, has been racing ‘cross for ten years and has won an impressive seven cyclocross national championships. With such a …

A Newbie Playing in the Mud – A Column by Andrew Bernstein

Join Andrew Bernstein as he embarks on the adventure of his first season of ‘cross and reminds us of our own newbie days. You can …

UCI Point Hunting Up North, Day 1 – A Column by Ben Popper

Columnist Ben Popper took his quest for one UCI point north of the border. This is his report from the Toronto International Cyclocross race, Day …

Never Trust Pre-reg Lists – A Column by Ryan Kelly

by Ryan Kelly Remember when you were a kid, and your parents said how they heard Santa had to get an extra big sleigh this …

Small Time Crash, Big Time Chasing: Louisville Day 2 – A Column by Ben Popper

When you ride like I do, you’re going to crash eventually. All season I’ve dreaded the day I go down. I’m recklessly fast through the …

Out of the Frying Pan, Into the Fire – a Column by Andrew Bernstein

Join Andrew Bernstein as he embarks on the adventure of his first season of ‘cross and reminds us of our own newbie days. In this …

Big Time Racing: Louisville Day 1 – A Column by Ben Popper

USGP. This is big time. No more blowing up 40 minutes in, no more mechanicals or flats, no more hot weather dragging me down. It’s …

Reflections on Gloucester, Beer, and Fistfuls of Cash – a Column by Ryan Kelly

Ryan Kelly is a roadie who owns a ‘cross bike and loves racing it. After a successful season in the Bs last year, he’ll likely …

Ohio Day 3…Finally a C1 – A Column by Ben Popper

by Ben Popper So this is it. A UCI C1 Race. We newbies tend to think that giving points 15 deep makes it easier to …

To the Himalayas and Back – A Column by Andrew Bernstein

Join Andrew Bernstein as he embarks on the adventure of his first season of ‘cross and reminds us of our own newbie days. The first …

Crashing and Popping in Ohio – A Column by Ben Popper

by Ben Popper So, in my last update after Day 1 of the Cincinnati International Cyclocross Festival, I talked about how important the lineup is …

Being the Really Dark Horse at Darkhorse Cyclo-Stampede – A Column Ben Popper

CXM Columnist Ben Popper is on a mission to achieve one goal – earning just one UCI point.. Follow Ben on this journey this season …

Bulding Confidence to Battle the Big Boys – a Column by Ryan Kelly

Ryan Kelly is a roadie who owns a ‘cross bike and loves racing it. He’ll likely be spending his season at the back of the …

My Chase for One UCI Point – Part II – A Column by Ben Popper

While many of us may idolize the pros, it’s often the working man that is doing the sport out of love that we can relate …

My Chase for One UCI Point – A Column by Ben Popper

While many of us may idolize the pros, it’s often the working man that is doing the sport out of love that we can relate …

It’s Still a Bike Race – A Column by Andrew Bernstein

Andrew Bernstein is a cat 3 road racer giving his first ‘cross season a try. This is his first entry in an ongoing column for …

Rockville Cyclocross Series Returns with Eight Sundays of Racing, Free First-Timers, E-Bikes

Peak season cyclocross is here! For eight Sundays in January and February, you can race cross in #truecrossconditions, and perhaps like Puck and MvdP, race into shape for offseason endeavors in other disciplines.

Nutty Cross 2023 Returns with Free First-Timer Racing, Kid’s Race and Relays

Nutty Cross returns on November 18 to bring free first-timer racing, kid’s race and a relay race to the walnut orchard and brewery at Ruhstaller Farms.

Surf City CX and SSCXWC Cyclocross Weekends Descend on Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz prepares to welcome to full weekends of cyclocross with the 45th Surf City CX weekend and the 2023 Singlespeed Cyclocross World Championships (SSCXWC). Get the details on the ‘cross extravaganzas

Ridden and Reviewed: Bombtrack Tension C Cyclocross Race Bike

Cyclocross season is upon us. Do you need a dedicated cyclocross race bike? The German company Bombtrack has one ready to race out of the box that we put to the test.

Mare Island Pedalfest Returns with Urban Cyclocross, Family Fun

The unique, urban Mare Island Pedalfest returns for its fourth year this Sunday with a festival that’s more than just tough cyclocross racing but fun for the whole family.

Lassen Adventure Ride: Gravel Cyclists and Racers Head to Susanville in the Southern Cascades

An adventure ride, with timed segments, near an under-appreciated National Park, with 97% gravel? The Lassen Adventure Ride brings cyclists to Susanville this weekend. Are you ready?

Quoc Grand Tourer XC / Cyclocross / Gravel Shoes Reviewed

Looking for a performance off-road cycling shoe for cyclocross, gravel or mountain biking that fits? The Quoc Grand Tourer XC might fit the bill.

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