Posts in category Cyclocross Academy

Sprints If you think about ’cross in terms of constantly varying power outputs at a steady threshold heart rate, then try to think about what …

Cyclocross is a sport based in technique, and while much of technique is based around handling and body position, both of those factors are determined …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

If you plan on racing in USAC-sanctioned events (any races with UCI fields, and often even local races), you might want to consider purchasing an …

Anyone can race ’cross! Here’s some things you need to know before you race around in the dirt, grass, mud or snow. For starters, everyone …

If you are racing in USAC-sanctioned events, you are eligible to upgrade from Category 5 to Category 4 once you have completed 10 races. For …

Before you decide to buy a bike, we recommend that you try out racing on any type of bike that you happen to have lying …

If you’re a first-timer or consider yourself a newbie, don’t feel like a ’cross-specific bike is absolutely mandatory in order to race. It’s far from …

Originating in Belgium, cyclocross has deep roots in neighboring European countries like France and the Netherlands. For an in-depth history of ’cross in America, Issues …

If you take a look at Cyclocross Magazine’s 2012/2013 cyclocross race calendar, you can see that nearly every state hosted a cyclocross race. What does …

The cyclocross season begins in the fall and goes through the winter. Without forgetting our friends in the Southern Hemisphere, this means we usually see …

Seth Hosmer, a racer, cycling coach and chiropractor based in Portland, Oregon, contributed an excellent and very well received article in CXM’s Issue 14, “Foam …