Fantasy Cyclocross Update – November 18
I do apologize for the delay in releasing this week’s fantasy analysis. I got stuck studying for some excellent quizzes and tests, and have stuffed …
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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 …
Weekend Outlook and Fantasy Cyclocross Minute – November 12
Another big weekend, full of valuable points, is on tap for the weekend of the 15th and 16th of November. The Superprestige makes its third …
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 …
SSCXWC: One Racer’s Right-ful Odyssey
by an anonymous Seattle racer, photos by Janet Hil Early Saturday morning, I met up with the other members of the McCain Palin Right Speed …
Fantasy Cyclocross Results – November 9, 2008
Match fixing? Points shaving? This century’s Black Sox Scandal? You guessed it, looks like the creator and moderator of the CX Magazine UCI Fantasy Cyclocross …
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 …
Weekend Preview & Fantasy Cyclocross Minute – November 6
Everyone relieved that the election is finally over? I know I sure am, that way I can go back to diagnosing the world of elite …
Fantasy Cyclocross Results – 11/3
Four big races on the weekend meant big points to be handed out. p lo, owned and operated by Peter Lopez brought home the week’s …
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 …
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 …
Grass, Dirt, Barriers, Doping…and Horses?
Cyclocross is a brutal sport for sure, with its varied off-road surfaces, epic conditions, and the need to jump over barriers at speed in front …
‘Cross in North America: A Deeper Look at its Growth and Importance
We all hear how ‘cross is growing rapidly in North America. Kevin Richards takes a deeper look at this growth of the sport here in …
Cyclocrossing Across the Country
New England ‘crosser Scott Rosenthal has taken ‘cross to a new level. 40 days ago he started a cross-country journey on his ‘cross bike, aiming …
Missing States
Happy Birthday USA! Since sending the magazine to our mailers this week, we noticed one interesting thing. We’ve got subscribers from every state but three. …
Off-Season Blues: Cyclocross Photos Wanted
Send us your best shot! Okay, so there’s not much racing going on, and with less than four months to cyclocross for most of the …
How much is an old cyclocross tire worth?
How much would you pay for a tire over five years old?? The original green Michelin Mud cyclocross tires will always have a fond place …
UCI Cyclocross Explained – Off-season Homework
Albert Einstein once said, “You have to learn the rules of the game. And then you have to play better than anyone else.” If you’re …
The Next Big Thing: Out of Competition Bike Tests?
Yesterday, our own assistant editor, Josh Patterson, was riding a disc-brake equipped Salsa La Cruz to the park, getting ready to put it through another …
Confessions of a Sandbagger
Everyone has had some experience with sandbagging. Perhaps you find yourself always being dominated by the same racers. Or maybe you find yourself coming home …
Where do you shop for cyclocross gear?
Where do you buy your ‘cross stuff? Sure, there are the various online channels, but do you have a local bike store that carries cyclocross …
It’s the Off-Season…Pace Yourself, Issue 2, and Issue 1 Archives
Unless you live in Colorado and are getting ready for Larry Grossman’s Cult Cross Series starting this weekend, it’s the off-season right? So that means …
The Season Not Taken – Spirit of ‘Cross Essay
Many of us set goals for the season, follow some sort of training plan, and hope that these things lead to more ‘cross fun. Sometimes …
Surprising Parents, Defying Human Instincts – Spirit of Cyclocross Entry
Here’s yet another entry to our “Spirit of ‘Cross” essay contest. This one, by Scott Van Bergen, is for any junior considering trying cyclocross, and …
From Rattle to Cowbell: Spirit of Cyclocross Essay Entry
Here’s another entry to our “Spirit of ‘Cross” essay contest. This one, by Chris Chapron, is for all you new parents out there. We’ll be …