Cycling Alberta

THIS WEEK: The Concrete Classic — 2026 Alberta Track Cycling Championships 🚴🏆

📍 Glenmore Athletic Park, Calgary, AB
📅 Saturday & Sunday, August 22–23

Alberta's best track riders head to the velodrome this weekend to compete for provincial titles in one of the biggest events on the track calendar. Whether you race or just love watching fast laps on the boards, come out and support Alberta's cyclists this weekend!

🚨 LOCATION CHANGE ALERT 🚨

Important update for the Velocity Afterburner: there's a new race route and start location for 2026! The start and race headquarters will now be at Tofield Arena.

Please take a few minutes to review the tech guide before race day so you know exactly where to go and what to expect.

⏰ Registration deadline: midnight, August 12, 2026

Make sure you're registered in time and up to date on the new route. See you in Tofield!

Curious about cyclocross but not sure where to start?
This is the perfect opportunity to learn the fundamentals in a fun, supportive, and encouraging environment.

Join Cycling Alberta for a three-hour Intro to Cyclocross Skills Camp designed specifically for novice and newer riders. Whether you're preparing for your first race or simply want to build confidence on the bike, our experienced coaches will guide you through the essential skills needed to enjoy the sport.

During the camp, you'll learn:
• How to warm up effectively before riding or racing
• Race starts and positioning
• Safe and efficient mounts and dismounts
• Cornering
• Running over barriers
• Bike carrying techniques for run-ups
• Putting your new skills together on a practice course

No previous cyclocross experience is required. Just bring your bike, helmet, and a willingness to learn something new. Cyclocross is one of the most welcoming and exciting cycling disciplines, and we'd love to help you get started.
Register today and discover why so many riders fall in love with cyclocross!

Registration Link https://form.jotform.com/262166878626269

$25
1:30 - 4:30 PM
Wednesday August 26th,
Bowness Park, Calgary
8900 48 Ave NW, Calgary, AB T3B 2B2

Cross is Coming- https://mailchi.mp/albertabicycle.ab.ca/crossiscoming

From now-August 31, Rogers Charity Classic is making your donation GO FURTHER, by matching UP TO 50%!

Support You Can Ride 2’s programs and continue spreading the joy of cycling for ALL! 🎉

Click here to donate! https://rogerscharityclassic.com/charities/you-can-ride-2/

Congrats to Logan Lee on your world championship and featured article on Livewire Calgary!

Alberta BMX Association Cycling Alberta

PAVÉ CROSS CAMP is back for 2026! 🚴🍂

📅 August 15–16, 2026
📍 Argyll Park, Edmonton

Cross Camp is aimed at helping riders prepare for cyclocross season — whether your goal is Alberta Cup glory or trying your first weeknight race, there's something here for you.

Over the weekend you'll work on:
🚲 Dismounts, remounts, and carrying your bike over barriers and hills
🔄 Cornering, including flat and off-camber turns
⛰️ Using speed, momentum, and gearing on hills
🧠 Race tactics like passing and energy conservation

Sunday afternoon wraps up with a 20-minute training race at race pace — open to all riders, even if you didn't take part in the camp (free for camp participants, $5 for race-only entry).

New to cyclocross? This is a great way to see if it's for you. Came last year? Come again — there's always more to fine-tune!

Cost is $60 for the weekend (covers permits, insurance, and snacks), with partial pricing available if you can only make one day. Participants must be a current member of an ABA-recognized club — if you're not sure, reach out and the team can help.

Cross Camp is hosted by Pavé Cycling's Quinn and Sean Germaine, who've been racing and coaching cyclocross in Alberta for over a decade, along with other familiar faces from the local cycling community.

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Register now — link below 👇
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfyNSoyAeyZoCS3g4ggDUjJugGnq4Y2-Red4HnsBmD3_9bG3A/viewform

We'd like to take a moment to recognize and thank the man in the hat. Anyone who has been to the Tour de Bowness knows exactly who he is.

A huge thank you to Bob Grunewald, Bow Cycle and Sports, and his incredible team of volunteers for organizing the 2026 Tour de Bowness and the Canadian Masters Road Championships. Your dedication, passion, and countless hours of work make these iconic events possible and continue to strengthen the cycling community across Alberta.

Thank you for everything you do!