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Category: Youth

January 9, 2025January 9, 2025

Are gear restrictions the answer to slowing down professional cycling?

Are gear restrictions the answer to slowing down professional cycling? Perhaps not, but it’s past time that safety is more seriously addressed.  By Michael Barry. Over the last few years,…

Posted in Racing, Youth  •  1 Comment on Are gear restrictions the answer to slowing down professional cycling?
July 4, 2024

Podcast: How a Toronto rider became a U.S. national champion

Ashlin Barry, son of two pro cyclists, is set for more cycling successes with the stars and stripes SUBSCRIBE TO CANADIAN CYCLING MAGAZINE PODCAST Apple Podcasts | Google Play | Android…

Posted in Interview, National Championships, Paris Roubaix, Podcast, Racing, Team Mariposa, Youth  • 
May 28, 2024September 2, 2024

Biometric data: Racing towards the future?

The intersection of technology, racing and the implications of cyclists sharing their biometric data with teams, coaches and agents  A classic scene sets up the storyline in many movies: a parent, or…

Posted in Racing, Training, Youth  • 
March 4, 2024March 5, 2024

Beyond watts: Decoding the hidden strategies of being a good bike racer

A former WorldTour racer weighs in on the importance of unmeasurable data in cycling The complexities of a bicycle race are what makes it intriguing to the spectator and a…

Posted in Racing, Training, Youth  •  2 Comments on Beyond watts: Decoding the hidden strategies of being a good bike racer
February 14, 2024February 15, 2024

Why time trial bikes should be banned for junior races

  By Michael Barry A well-engineered and properly fit time trial bicycle can make the difference between a rider finishing first in a race or twentieth. Aerodynamics and other technical…

Posted in Racing, Youth  •  3 Comments on Why time trial bikes should be banned for junior races
January 31, 2024February 13, 2024

Training: The Importance of Being Open to New Ideas and Methods

By Michael Barry Sport science, training techniques, aerodynamics, and our understanding of a multitude of variables in relation to a cyclist’s performance have evolved, or been debunked, yet absolutists remain…

Posted in Racing, Training, Youth  •  3 Comments on Training: The Importance of Being Open to New Ideas and Methods
November 23, 2023

The Thrill of Velodrome Racing

In the track centre, riders whirl in place on rollers. Balanced on the spinning cylinders, they stare ahead with focussed eyes, finding rhythm with the music that flows out of…

Posted in Events, National Championships, News, Racing, Training, Youth  •  1 Comment on The Thrill of Velodrome Racing
October 17, 2023

Beaver Valley Classic

The Beaver Valley Classic in Kimberly, Ontario last weekend had the same protagonists pushing the pace.  Ashlin and Connor rode away from the bunch and again finished first and second.…

Posted in Equipment, Gravel, Team Mariposa, Wheels, Youth  • 
October 17, 2023

Hell of the North, Fall 2023 Edition

The gravel season is wrapping up in Ontario. The autumn edition of the Hell of the North was last weekend and the conditions were ideal as it was wet, cold…

Posted in Photos, Racing, Racing tires, Team Mariposa, Youth  • 
September 19, 2023

In the News

In the last few years, Montreal has taken significant steps to combat climate change and increase the quality of life of its residents by decreasing car traffic in the city while…

Posted in Health, Racing, World Championships, Youth  • 
September 19, 2023September 19, 2023

Developing Resiliency with Gwendalyn Gibson

Rising U.S. mountain biking star Gwendalyn Gibson explains what it takes mentally and physically to succeed at the UCI World Cup level. Topics: Endurance Coaching / Mental Toughness Gwendalyn Gibson…

Posted in Interview, Podcast, Racing, World Championships, Youth  • 
August 22, 2023

Tom Schuler’s Impact on Women’s Cycling Advancement

Tom shares insights from his experience in developing and managing women’s professional endurance sports teams, talks about the ROI for sponsors, and provides advice for aspiring female cyclists. Tom Schuler…

Posted in Events, History, Podcast, Racing, Youth  • 

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