Author: Henri Giroud

USA Cycling announced the 38 athletes representing the United States at the 2022 UCI Walmart Cyclocross World Championships taking place in Fayetteville, Ark., January 28-30, 2022. This delegation is the largest ever sent by the U.S. to the Cyclocross World Championships. “Having a World Championships in the USA is always a major honor, and we are proud to be fielding a full team of dedicated, skilled athletes who will compete at Fayetteville 2022,” said USA Cycling Cyclocross Director Jesse Anthony. “We are coming to the event well-prepared after several podium performances achieved during the holiday period of racing in Belgium. The MudFund-supported USA Cycling Development Program recently competed…

Scheduled to take place between July 5 and 9 2022, the first edition of the race will see ebikers tackle the Valle d’Aosta’s new single trails, setting up camp at Cogne, Gressoney, Antey and Valpelline in between stages. The All Around Camp will move to each new stage and provide a very special and atmospheric venue for each day’s prize-giving. Take one of Italy’s most spectacular mountain regions, add in the outdoor discipline of the moment and then put out a call for 200 people looking for a unique experience – that’s the recipe for success behind the All Around…

On 15 December 2021, the global sports community came together for the ARISF General Assembly to reflect on the united front of sport in the face of this past year’s challenges and voted on the election of the ARISF President and Council for the period of 2021-2025.Dr. Raffaele Chiulli, President of the UIM (International Powerboating Federation) was unanimously re-elected President of ARISF (Association of IOC Recognized International Sport Federations) for another four-year term by the ARISF General Assembly and will begin his third term in charge of the organisation he has led since 2013.”I am honoured of the confidence and…

Human Powered Health is pleased to announce Wahoo Fitness as its official movement partner for 2022. The partnership, which began in 2020, is a natural fit because the pair share the belief that healthy habits and active living can improve people’s overall health and well-being. The Atlanta-based company will provide the team with its award-winning line of sensors and devices so that Human Powered Health athletes can stay on top of their valuable race and training data. The product line includes the KICKR family of smart indoor trainers and accessories, ELEMNT GPS bike computers and watches, TICKR heart rate monitors, Speedplay dual-sided pedals, and the SYSTM structured…

100%®, the San Diego-based sports performance company, has announced the launch of two new premium sport performance eyewear: the Eastcraft® and Westcraft® series. The new collection is based on a rich racing heritage that’s fueled by innovative technology to create the ultimate sport performance sunglass that transcends multiple sports disciplines. The distinct retro glacier-styled silhouette is offered in two versions, the refined round Westcraft and a squared-off designed Eastcraft. “We’re extremely excited about the launch of Eastcraft and Westcraft,” says 100% CEO and Co-founder Ludo Boinnard. “The team reimagined sport performance sunglasses and every last detail with precision. This collection is loaded with high-performance design and technology upgrades and represents an…

Run, deadlift, swim, squat. Aerobic vs Anaerobic exercises. Both types of activities are required for maximum fitness of our physical bodies and mental health.Swimming, jogging, cycling, and rowing are examples of aerobic workouts, often known as cardio conditioning. It’s great for your heart, stamina, mood, and longevity.Only doing aerobic exercises can be rather one-sided and it is more effective when paired with anaerobic exercises.Weight lifting, high-intensity interval training, and martial arts are examples of anaerobic activities that also provide a variety of health and fitness advantages. It builds muscle, strengthens bones and joints faster than aerobic workouts, increases core strength;…

After months of debate and negotiations, the U.S. House of Representatives made progress on trillions of dollars in infrastructure and government spending, including billions in programming and incentives for bikes. Approved late Friday night, the $1 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) heads to President Biden to sign into law. Congressional leaders also moved through an initial, procedural vote for the $1.75 trillion Build Back Better Act (BBB), setting billions more for climate and equity-focused infrastructure grants, a tax credit for electric bicycles and a bicycle commuter benefit; slated for a full House vote by November 15. PeopleForBikes applauds…

The Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) is pleased to announce that it has published all the final UCI Rankings for the 2021 road season for the different categories (Men Elite, Women Elite, Men Under-23, Women Under-23, Men Junior and Women Junior). The rankings were updated on 31 October, the final day of the 2021 season, and published on 2 November. In the Men Elite category, the Slovenian Tadej Pogačar dominated both the individual UCI World Ranking (all types of races included) and the stage race individual UCI World Ranking. The Belgian Wout van Aert finishes at the top of the one-day race individual UCI World…