Cyclocross Special

With Kansas City hosting the US Cyclocross National Championship December 11th thru 14th we thought we'd share the skinny on some of the local scene with our CX special section.

Nationals History

________________________________________•  1975 – Berkeley, CA, Dec. 28 • SENIOR Men 1. Laurence Malone 2. Dan Nall 3. Joe Ryan 4. John Howard 5. Fritz Liedl 6. Chuck Canepa 7. Ken Altman 8. Mark Vendetti 9. Gary Fisher 10. Ken Green • Women 1. Mary Ann Allan 2. Linda Searl 3. Clara Teyssier 4. Margaret Cobb • JUNIOR Men 1. Jim Gentes 2. Clark Natwick 3. Rick Moale 4. Dan Coffey 5. Darren Hodies 6. Calvin Trampleasure 7. Dave Frost… Continue reading Nationals History

New Tire Tech

Tires are always the main source of small talk before a cx race.  "Have you ridden the course?  What pressure you recommend?  What tread are you using?"  Sure, all pros have access to the Finer tires with silk casings that are handmade but what about someone who wants to go fast, doesn't want to pinch… Continue reading New Tire Tech

Preparing For The Big One

 With the bulk of season behind us, and the weather being near perfect for the majority of the races in KC thus far, Boss Cross #2 was quite a different affair.  The conditions were drastically different than what we’ve had thus far; snowy, muddy, and slick, which challenged even the smoothest ‘cross racer.  However, it… Continue reading Preparing For The Big One

Bicycle Versatilty

      The Cyclocross (CX) bicycle offers versatility that makes it an ideal choice for commuting.  The tough frame and fork is capable of enduring even off-road trails.  The CX frame is built more stout than a road frame, but lighter than a mountain bike frame thus providing a happy middle-ground.  The frames resemble road frames,… Continue reading Bicycle Versatilty

Cyclocross Is Playtime

Remember how you felt riding your bike as a kid?  Odds are you spent hours on your bike each day.  It was your ticket to freedom as you patrolled your neighborhood in search of your next youthful adventure.  The responsibilities anchoring adulthood rob us of the time to break away from the schedule of life… Continue reading Cyclocross Is Playtime

Day One in Hermann

Pics and results are up for the first day of cyclocross racing on the Missouri Championship weekend.

Saturday Results

The second Rock Jayhwk Gravel Road Race of the seaosn was held today near Lawrence: results. Day One of the Herman weekend, featuring Saturday Bubba Cross and Sunday Missouri Championship results are here;  Photos here.

More Cyclocross News 12/3 UPDATED

KC/Lawrence/Topeka riders that made the trip to Iowa did quite well at Jingle Cross: Results The KCCX team held a volunteer session last night at Boulevard Brew: Packets were stuffed, jobs detailed, and some great beers consumed. Another well run National Championship is almost ready to launch. There are a few volunteer openings left; helpers get some… Continue reading More Cyclocross News 12/3 UPDATED