Richmond Ciclismo Cyclocross Series #1
Richmond, VA
January 5, 2003

Photos by Stratton Delany
Zack Rickey wins his first cross race.
Judd Milne scales barriers.
Rob Martin (Richmond Ciclismo).
Joel Street (Cobblestone Bicycles).
JH Revere (Richmond Ciclismo)
Jon Hamblen on his way to victory.
Junior winner Gonzalo Escobar.
Women's winner Pam Zimmerman.
Joe Fritsch bunnyhops the log barrier.

Richmond Ciclismo Cyclocross Series #2
Richmond, VA
January 19, 2003

Photos by Stratton Delany
2nd Place Men's A Greg Witwer.
Masters winner Dave Olds.
Men's B winner Steve Selby.

F E B R U A R Y

1987 Tour of Switzerland

Photos by Mike Hanley
Andy Hampston Wins the 1987 Tour of Switzerland

M A R C H

West Virginia/Gomart Cycling Team

West Virginia/Gomart Cycling Team - Pismo Beach, CA

1974 Big Wheel 500
Indianapolis, IN

TrueSport's very own Darren Reno takes the victory in the Age 4-5 category.

Pomona Valley Stage Race
San Dimas, CA
March 6-9, 2003

Photos by MKA
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A P R I L

Redlands Classic
Redlands, CA
April 1-6

Photos by MKA
Labor w/ Redlands' Finest.
Labor's G-Spot, aka Mark Scott, on the Podium.
John Wike celebrating on cool down lap after winning Redlands Pro 1-2 criterium.
A win that reverberated in the sullen labor base camp like operation shock n awe yeahh....
Team Labor Power gather on the podium at Redlands.
It's always 'Fun n' Games' until someone has to go home with a little road rash.

Marian College Crit MWCCC
Indianapolis, IN
April 19, 2003

Photo by TrueSport
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M A Y

Barrio Logan GP - Masters State Championships
San Diego, CA
May 3, 2003

Photos by Mark Johnson
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Terrapin Eagle Creek Park Criterium
Indianapolis, IN
May 3, 2003

Photos by Dennis Davidson
Assume the position.
The pack closes in.
The field sprint.
Curtis Tolson, Texas Roadhouse, takes the victory in the Masters 35+ race. (He came back later and won the Cat. 1,2,3 race)

Quad Cities Criterium
Rock Island, IL
May 23-26, 2003

Photo by Matthew Holbrook
Team West Virginia/Gomart's Patrick O'Donnell sets himself in postion for the sprint.

Yard Art
by Patrick O'Donnell

Rumor has it that Patrick traded a neighbor in his trailer park his prized collection of Dale Earnhardt memorabilia for this fine piece of Americana.

Wachovia Invitational
Lancaster, PA
June 3, 2003

Photos by Don Varley, Jr.
CSC's Julian Dean takes the sprint.
The Wachovia Invitational in Lancaster, PA looked more like a Spring Classic with the inclement weather.

Wachovia USPRO Championship
Philadelphia, PA
June 8, 2003

Photo by Don Varley, Jr.
Zanini takes the 2003 Wachovia USPRO with Mark McCormack the new USPRO Champion!

Tour of Nevada City
Nevada City, CA
June 15, 2003

Photo by MKA
1. John Psyche Wike, Labor Power (still waiting for Kitana Baker’s call up) 2. Scott Smack Kinley, Postal (advised crowd he rides three miles a week on his kid’s trike) 3. Briggs N Stratton, 12k Dream (fully submerged)

Photos by Matthew Wood
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Colorado Springs World Cup Qualifier
Colorado Springs, CO
June 16, 2003

Photo by Curtis Tolson
Curtis Tolson (L) and Kenny Williams (R) make an exchange during the Madison.

IN/KY/OH District Track Championships
Indianapolis, IN
June 20-21, 27, 2003

Photos by Matthew Holbrook
Mary Geier (Marian Bicycle Club)
Doug Robinson (Team BGI/Trane) and Ben Sharp (Team West Virginia)
Joe Walsh (Big Shark Racing) and Ben Sharp (Team West Virginia)

Bloomington Fitnessfest
Bloomington, IN
June 28, 2003

Photos by Dennis Davidson, Steve Meek & TrueSport
Team West Virginia celebrates the victory.
The 4-man break in the Cat. 3 race.
Doug Robinson (BGI-Trane/TrueSport) leads the 4-man break in the Cat. 3 race.
The parade lap of the Pro/1/2 field.
The Pro/1/2 field negotiate a turn.
A Team Bloomington rider on an early break.
Team West Virginia leads the Pro/1/2 field through the turn.
An early break in the Pro/1/2 race that included BAP, Team West Virginia, and US Postal Service.
In the end, the Pro/1/2 race was clearly dominated by Team West Virginia.
The chase is on in the Pro/1/2 field.
Team West Virginia stacking riders up front in the Pro/1/2 race.
Indiana Hand Center chases the break in the Cat. 3/4 race.
Daniel Houchens (Indiana Hand Center) in an early break in the Cat. 3/4 race.
Patrick Delisle (MOB) at the front of the Cat. 3/4 race.
Looks like Aaron Hubbell (BAP) making an early attack on the Pro/1/2 field.
Aaron Hubbell (Nuvo/BAP) struggles to maintain a visual connection with the back of the Citizen's field. (Actually, the Speedster has soloed off the front of the Pro/1/2 field.)
The Pro/1/2 field navigates Downtown Bloomington, IN.
Despite not having any teammates, Kenny Labbe' (US Postal Service) put in a good showing in the Pro/1/2 race.

4 Bridges of Elgin

Photo by Matthew Holbrook
Michelle Bazemore (Kreitler/BP/Tech) posts a 60ft time that rivals Whit's.
(You gotta follow NHRA to understand)

Rum Village Criterium
South Bend, IN
July 5, 2003

Photo by Matthew Holbrook
Cyclists enjoying the lovely Indiana humidity during their "Death March".

State Games of Georgia Crierium
Augusta, GA
July 13, 2003

Photo by Lamar Mauney
2003 Georgia State Criterium Champion - Rose Mauney (Juniors 10 - 12)

Tree City Criterium
Greensburg, IN
July 20, 2003

Photo by Mike Hewitt
This is the official video finish of Steve Spanbauer and Bob Bobrow at the Greensburg, Tree City Criterium, Masters 30 race. Steve is the rider in the foreground and Bob Bobrow's winning wheel next to him. Both riders had lapped the field.

Major Cup
Indianapolis, IN
July 25-26, 2003

Photos by Matthew Holbrook & TrueSport
Riders prepare for the start of the Pro/1/2 Keirin Final.
Abigail Brearton keeps the pace high in the Women's race.

Safety 1st Columbus Circuit Race
Columbus, IN
August 2, 2003

Photos by Keith Hutton
The Cat 4/5 field races through the streets of Downtown Columbus, Indiana.
The Cat 4/5 riders position themselves for the sprint.
Curtis Tolson takes the victory in the Masters 30+ race.

USCF Masters National Road Championships
Louisville, KY
August 4-9, 2003

Photo by MKA
Labor's G-Spot all teeth and quadriceps after fetching the Gold at Master Natz under an overpass somewhere in Fontucky.

Tour of Brookside
Indianapolis, IN
August 10, 2003

Photos by John Houchin
David Wenger takes the victory in the Pro 1/2 race.
The "Mushroom Effect".
The Pro 1/2 field making it's way down the hill on the back side.
The Pro 1/2 field speeds through the historic Brookside Park in Indianapolis.

Photos by Angie Halbig
Early action from the 3/4 race.
Darren Halbig (Indiana Hand Center) and Rick Cox (Speedway Wheelman) try an early breakaway.
Fast paced action from the backside of the course.
The main field down the front side of the course.
Harry Clark smiles for the camara.

USCF Masters Track National Championships
Kenosha, WI
August 11-15

Photos by Curtis Tolson & Phoenix Sports
Madison Champions, Curtis Tolson and Kenny Williams atop the podium at the 2003 Masters Track National Championships in Kenosha, WI.
Curtis Tolson and Kenny Williams take the victory in the Madison.
Kenny Williams throws partner Curtis Tolson into the race on thier way to the Masters National Championship with Dave McCook in tow.
Curtis Tolson and Kenny Williams take the victory in the Madison.

Ft. Ben State Park Road Race
Indianapolis, IN
August 23, 2003

Photos by John Houchin
Patrick O'Donnell takes the victory.
Riders get into postion with one lap to go.
Benjamin Sharp takes the prime.

Indiana State Fairgrounds Criterium
Indianapolis, IN
August 24, 2003

Photos by John Houchin
The hot temperatures and blistering pace add to the suffering at the Fairgrounds Criterium in Indianapolis.
The "Cheap Porn Star" mustache makes the break.
The long angry snake at the Fairgrounds Criterium in Indianapolis.

45th Tour di Via Italia Criterium
Windsor, ON
August 31, 2003

Photos by Aldo Sfalcin
Going solo.
The Cat 1/2 podium.
The field is all together coming through the start/finish line.

Fiesta Island Team TT - State Championships
San Diego, CA
September 6, 2003

Photo by MKA
The Labor Train - Shock n' Awe Yeeaahhh!!!

Mooresville Fall Finale
Mooresville, IN
September 7, 2003

Photos by TrueSport
The Masters 35+ field makes its way to the top of the hill.
The Masters 35+ field enjoying a beautiful day in the park.
The Masters 35+ field marches onward.

Chevron Manhattan Beach Grand Prix
Manhattan Beach, CA
September 7, 2003

Photos by MKA
The Cherry Lead Out -- Labor pulling the Hippo Train, with grisled, gnarled, lizard-like Labor Sprinter locked on infiltrator Ricky Sqweeker's wheel.
Labor Foiled! Sqweeker blasted out of the last turn, leaving a dejected Hipp Star in his dust. Seconds later, Sqweeker' flipped up in the air like a rag doll when the Blue Coat on the motorbike cut him off.
Ding Dong's Handiwork -- Sqweeker pushing through the pain while the EMS fill out the forms and the Blue Coats scramble to find that waiver.
Labor's John Psycho Wiko explodes with rapture as he powers around Armand Rahm and Perturbo Rogers to take the Vee at Madhatter's Beach. Labor's national champion G-Spot tucked in behind his teammate for fourth. In the distance, a skunky McFiddy wobbles in with excuses aplenty.

9/11 "Tour de Force" Memorial Bicycle Ride
New York City, NY
September 8-11, 2003

Photos by Maryann DePaolis
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T-Mobile International
San Francisco, CA
September 14, 2003

Photos by Matthew Wood
A sea of color at the start line.
Lance takes a moment to check out the scene.
The Boys in Blue prepare for Sunday delivery.
A true "International" event.
Alexandre Vinokourov arrives at the start line.
The massive crowd takes over the streets of San Francisco.
The field makes the ascent.
I think I can... I think I can... I think I can...
Lance concentrates on the task at hand.
Lance powers his way up the climb.
A trusty mate sets tempo for Lance.
Vino brought some fans with him.
Serenity Now... Serenity Now...
Apparently their was humour along the climb.
The lengthy motorcade that followed the field.
Prime Alliance leads the group to the crest.
"Front and Center"

Photos by MKA
Horner whiffing onto the Embarcadero enroute to glory.
Horner celebrates his victory and promptly looks for a new sponsor.
Shot of Aldag and a Healthnut who were OTF forever.
Simoni satisfied that he forced Lance to quit.
Eric Wohlberg ecstatic about racing for Labor in '04.
Robin all bidness when it comes to Labor PR.
Although barely conscious after 108 miles of pain, Stork manages
to utter a feeble but reverent "Labor.."
Stork mixing it up with Ekkie.
The Pig Iron Party Team working the local talent...
Lance ripping past the red house of ill repute on broadway.
On taylor climb shot, you can see horner behind the Cuban and Lance in the back on the right.

NUVO/BAP Brookside Classic
Indianapolis, IN
September 14 , 2003

Photos by Darren Halbig, Matthew Holbrook & TrueSport
Most teams were represented in the early break.
NUVO/BAP makes an early move.
Riders negotiate the off-camber uphill turn.
Another break of seven riders.
The People's Burn Foundation leads the break.
The NUVO/BAP team was everywhere to be seen.
So... Are you guys coming???
Ummm... Not without me.
Making it look easy.
Trying to bring back the break with 1 lap to go.
Michael Kehrberg edges out Jeffrey Schroetlin in the NUVO/BAP series final.
The sprint for the finish in the 123's race.
Indiana Hand Centers Matt Stolle dives into the first turn at Brookside.
The dash to the line in the 3,4's race, the winner isnt always who crosses the line first.

2003 NCCA Track National Championships
Indianapolis, IN
September 18-20, 2003

Photos by TrueSport
Bilko cleans up well.
Competitors prepare for the final night of racing.
Spiderman maintained civility throughout the evening.
The Florida Gators prepare for the Team Pursuit.
Marian College is locked and loaded.
Rebecca McClintock (Florida) and Kristin Siebenlist (Marion) line up for the Women's Sprint Semi-Finals.
The Penn State team warm up the weapons.
On a road to nowhere.
Rebecca McClintock (Florida) and Nicole Vincent prepare for the Women's Sprint Final.
The powerful Penn State men win the Team Pursuit with only 3 riders.
The Team Pursuit Podium - 1st Penn State, 2nd Marian College, 3rd Florida, 4th Miami of Ohio, 5th Indiana
The Women's Team Sprint Podium - 1st Indiana, 2nd Marian, 3rd Army, 4th Florida
The Italian Pursuit podium - 1st Florida, 2nd Marian, 3rd Indiana, 4th Army
The Women's Sprint podium - 1st Rebecca McClintock (UFL), 2nd Nicole Vincent (IU), 3rd Kristin Siebenlist (MCI), 4th Elizabeth Milne (IU), 5th Michelle Arnold (UMC)
The men line up at the boards for the Points Race.
Andy Lakatosh (PSU) awaits the beginning of the Points Race.
Riders receive final instruction for the Points Race.
Andy Lakatosh (PSU) heats things up.
Early action in the Points Race was hot.
The field exits turn 2 to the backstretch.
Stefan Rothe (MSU) finished fifth in the Points Race.
Stefan Rothe (MSU) drives the train.
10th place finisher Josh Weir (IU) takes a turn at the front.
The racers experienced perfect racing conditions with no wind and cool temps.
The field was rarely able to bunch up in the Points Race.
Dan Larson (UFL) buries his head.
Racing Tip: The shortest way around the track is near the black line.
And yet, another attack...
The field enters turn one.
The field is strung out coming into turn two.
Card carrying members of the distinguished "Hurt Locker" club.
The field begins to react to an attack on the frontstretch.
Riders exiting turn four coming down the frontstretch.
The "Hurt Locker" club in action.
Another attack on the backstretch.
Andy Lakatosh (PSU) obliterates the field on the final sprint to guarantee his fourth place finish in the Points Race.
James Hibbard (UCS) felt all 90 laps on his way to a 3rd place finish in the Points Race.
The Points Race Podium - 1st Bobby Lea (PSU), 2nd Mike Friedman (PSU), 3rd James Hibbard (UCS), 4th Andy Lakatosh (PSU), 5th Stefan Rothe (MSU)
The Men's Overall Podium - 1st Bobby Lea (PSU), 2nd Andy Lakatosh (PSU), 3rd Mike Friedman (PSU), 4th James Hibbard (UCS), 5th Dan Larson (UFL)
The Women's Overall Podium - 1st Rebecca McClintock (UFL),2nd Lori Palmer (UFL), 3rd Carrie Kopernik (WMK) - not shown, 4th Clara Beard (LMR), 5th Melissa Gambol (STA)
The Overall Team Podium - 1st Marian College, 2nd University of Florida, 3rd Indiana University, 4th US Military Academy, 5th Penn State University
Marian College proudly displays the Stars and Bars.

2003 Tour of Hope
Indianapolis, IN
October 16, 2003

Photos by TrueSport
The Indiana Pacer's star, Reggie Miller prepares to present Lance a new yellow jersey.
"Starting point guard for the Indiana Pacers - Lance Armstrong!"
The new jersey doesn't look too bad.
Testicular cancer survivor and 2003 Tour of Hope participant, Steven Friedman shares his story with the audience.

Bio Wheels Ohio Valley Cyclocross #1
Cincinnati, OH
October 19, 2003

All photos by Bio Wheels team racer, Jeff Sacaski.
Riders crest a hill in the B Field.
Bio Wheels' Matt Bell ripping up the sand in the A Field.
The B Field makes its way through the scenic course.
NUVO/BAP's Al Senft leads the A Field out for the journey.
Catamount's Nathan Rice takes the A Field group up the ascent.
Pete Bauer exists the sand trap.
Airborne's Phil Noble motor's on to a first place in the A Field.
The food was just a good as the racing.
The leaders of the B Field make their way through the barriers.
Sonic's Ben Peacock crosses the finish line for 1st place in the B Field.
The start of the B Field.
Revolution's Anne Conroy pedals her way to a 2nd place finish in the Women's A Field.
Weber Sports' Brian Belmont putting the effort in on the climb.
Bio Wheels' Mitch Graham stays in contact with Airborne's Phil Noble in the A Field.
The start of the A Field.

New Cycling Park
Albuquerque, NM

Image by Frank Pabian
The site plan of the newly adopted $2million cycling park to be built in 2004 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Velo Girls™
San Francisco, CA

Photo by Lori Lee Lown
Giana Roberge with Velo Girls™ founder Lorri Lee Lown.

Arrowhead Farm Cyclocross
Milford, OH
November 1, 2003

Photos provided by John Gatch
B Race Podium: 1 Luke Stifler Team Louisville, 2 Brad Wunderlich Team Louisville, 3 Scott Stanford Cyclesport
Caution: Race promotion can be hazardous to your health.
A rider negotiates the muddy descent.
The start of the A Race.
An Airborne racer takes on the barriers.
Layne Peters (Mid State Velo) carries his single speed up the hill.
TJ Turner (Airborne) pedals his way to a 6th place finish in the A Race.
Junior winner - Jarrett Fraulinger (QCW).
The C Podium: 1 David Hays Unattached, 2 Fred Schauer Unattached (not shown), 3 John Thomas Cyclesport
Man w/ beard hops, skips, and jumps his way through the course.
Man w/ beard climbs the hill.
The Red Bull staff was On-the-Job.
Jarrett Fraulinger (QCW) takes on the barriers.
2nd place in the Women's race - Katherine Kakis (Savage Hill).
The battle for 4th place in the A race.
John Koury (Montgomery Cyclery) marches on.
Man w/ beard on the run.
A non-traditional method for pre-race warm-up.
John Koury (Montgomery Cyclery) "feeling a little light in his loafers".
"And you want us to do what???"
Bill Crank (CES Cycling) makes his way up the climb.
"Hey, check these out!!!"
Riders line up for the start.
Mike House (CSK America) takes the prime in the A race.
The climb begins to wear on the racers.
John Koury (Montgomery Cyclery) enjoys the Autumn breeze in the picturesque grass meadow.
Another trip over and through the barriers.
1st place B race - Luke Stifler (Team Louisville).
The A racers crest the climb.
The A racers suffered on the climb too.

Bio Wheels USCF Ohio State Cross Championships
Fairfield, OH
November 9, 2003

Photos provided by Jeff Sakasci and Todd Dittrich.
The Women's A Field battle the sand box.
The chase group in the Men's A Field.
Bob Bobrow (Texas Roadhouse) leads the Men's A Field over the hay bales.
The sand was flyin' all day.
Ann Conroy (Revolution/Bio Wheels) on her way to a 2nd place finish in the Women's A Field.
TJ Turner (Airborne) scampers his way to a 7th place finish in the Men's A Field.
Chad cruises his way through the course.
The start of the Men's B Race.
Another shot of the start of the Men's B Race.
And yet another shot of the start of the Men's B Race.
The start of the Men's A Race.

One Hour Record
Uvalde, TX
November 17-22, 2003

Photo by John Cassidy
Sam Whittingham's Carbon Fibre/Kevlar shell recumbant bicycle.

Athletes by Design
November 21, 2003

Photo provided by Alisha Little
The 2004 Team.

Save the 'Drome Cross Madness
Northbrook, IL
November 23 , 2003

Photos by Troy Henikoff
James Buddenbaum (Alberto's Sport) lands head-first in the Pit of Despair during the men's B race at the Save the 'Drome Cross Madness. Ten riders pulled endos into the mud.
An Alberto's Sport rider gets bogged down in the Pit of Despair during the Save the 'Drome Cross Madness. More than $8,000 will be generated to save the Northbrook Velodrome from the event.
Northbrook Bicycle Club's Daryl Kunz flies over the handlebars into the Pit of Despair at the Save the 'Drome Cross Madness. The mens' C race had nearly 50 riders.
Men's C winner Andrew Hargarten (Hampshire Cycles) demonstrates his prowess on a different type of fixed gear during the men's B race.
Marcus Moore (XXX-AthletiCo) smiles as he trudges through the Pit of Despair, knowing every effort goes to help save the Northbrook Velodrome.
The men's B field jumps the barriers on the short run-up. Save the 'Drome Cross Madness featured three barrier sections and a Pit of Despair on its 2.1km course.
Franco Panvelo (Alberto's Sport) leads the masters men's 40+ race on the first lap. Panvelo took 3rd in the race, finishing full of mud from the Triple Swamp and the Pit of Despair.

Photos by Dee Dee Scandron
A Higher Gear racer takes on the barriered run-up with a smile on his face to help the Northbrook Velodrome.
Junior winner Marcie Weiss (Team MACK) shows perfect form dismounting into the run-up.
The masters men's 30+ race heads into the run-up, with women's A/B winner Rebecca Much (XXX-AthletiCo) dismounting (left). Much ran into mechanical troubles, but outdistanced many of the male competitors.
Riders in the men's B race dismount to attack the run-up. Race winner Steve Chapin (left) distanced himself from the field on the first lap.
Racers in the men's B event remount after the run-up. Volunteers put together the event in just over a week and will add $8,000 to the Save the Velodrome Fund.
A women's competitor takes to the run-up with a smile on her face during the Save the 'Drome Cross Madness to help the Northbrook Velodrome.

Superprestige # 4 Gieten
Gieten, Netherlands
November 30, 2003

Photos by Cyclocross Pro Sport
Ben Berden (Deschacht/John Saey) sprints to a 5th place finish.
Mathew Ellis (Deschacht/John Saey) muscles through the sand.
Another shot of Mathew Ellis (Deschacht/John Saey).
Bart Wellens (Spaar Select) on his way to victory.
Sven Nys (Rabobank) finishes 3rd.
Jonathan Page manages a top 25 finish.
France's Maxime Lefebvre finishes 15th.
Petr Dlask warms up.

Rijkevorsel Belgium Cyclocross Race
Rijkevorsel, Belgium
December 7, 2003

Photos by Cyclocross Pro Sport
Peter Van Santvliet recovers from a bad start to finish 2nd.
Jan Verstraeten powers his way to a 5th place finish.
Tim Van Nuffel (Deschacht/John Saey) zones in.
Tim Van Nuffel (Deschacht/John Saey) pedals through the technical course.
Wesley Van der Linden powers his way to an 11th place finish.
The high pace stretches out the field.
Over the barriers we go.
Maintaining focus is key on the downhill.
Camiel Van den Bergh (Deschacht/John Saey) grinds out a 4th place finish.
Arne Daelmans (Vlaanderen T-Intrim) enjoys his first victory of the season.

2003 National Cyclocross Championships
Portland, OR
December 12-14, 2003

Photos by Mithell Clinton
Jonathan Page on his way to a national championship victory.
Andy Jacques-Maynes (Clif Bar) comes home 7th.
Jonathan Page focuses on the course ahead.
The Men's Elite field races up a climb framed with spectators.
Alison Dunlap (Luna) takes the victory in the Elite Women's race.
Jamey Driscoll (Gmbc) - Junior 17-18 National Champion.
Taylor Lane (Rio Grande) was in second in the Juniors 17-18 race until the final meters when he was passed by Tucker Thomas (Rad Racing).
The sun makes its presence.

Indiana State Cyclocross Championships
Mt. Comfort, IN
December 13, 2003

Photos by Dennis Davidson
GAME ON!!!
And there they go.
Eric Anderson (NUVO/BAP) with others in tow.
Eric Anderson (NUVO/BAP) charges over the barriers.
Benjamin Sharp (Team West Virginia) keeps a close eye on Eric.
How about that!!! Steven Rider (BGI-Trane) did the entire race with his eyes closed!
Dean Peterson (NUVO/BAP) demonstrates perfect form.
Dean Peterson (NUVO/BAP) works his way through the woods.
Eric Anderson (NUVO/BAP) negotiates a turn.
A People's Burn Foundation rider crosses the bridge.
A Bike Wave rider enters the bridge.
A NUVO/BAP rider jumps a barrier.
Dean Peterson (NUVO/BAP) uses the ever-so-popular "tongue technique" to maintain balance and speed.
Benjamin Sharp (Team West Virginia) tries to shake Eric Anderson.

Gazet van Antwerpen-trophee
Kalmthout, Belgium
December 14, 2003

Photos by Cyclocross Pro Sport
A rider negotiates a turn.
R. Groenendaal (Ned) goes on to an 11th place finish.
A Rabobank rider works his way through the course.
Erwin Vervecken comes home with a 4th place finish.
Bart Wellens powers away from the field to secure the victory.

Vlaamse Druivenveldrit
Overijse, Belgium
December 21, 2003

Photos by Cyclocross Pro Sport
A rider from Japan scampers up the hill.
R. Groenendaal (Neth) finishes 8th.
Riders accelerate on the smooth and dry pavement.
A Mapei rider examines the course.
A Bianchi rider charges through the mud.
Bart Wellens on his way to his 15th victory of the season.
An American cyclist with bike in tow.
Jonathan Page sporting his new Stars and Bars.
The Women's podium.
T. Vannoppen on his way to a 6th place finish.
Rabobank's Sven Nys' face tells it all.
Roger Hammond looking calm and collected.
M. Lefèbvre (Fra) keeps a Rabobank rider in check.
E. Vervecken (Spaar Select) finishes 4th.

Superprestige #5 Deigem
Deigem, Belgium
December 25, 2003

Photos by Cyclocross Pro Sport
A Clif Bar rider takes a corner.
A Rad Racing rider hustles through the course.
Another rider takes a corner.
Another Clif Bar rider negotiates a corner.
Pre-race chit-chat.
A Clif Bar rider with someone in-tow.
Another shot of a Clif Bar Rider.
A rider from Japan takes a corner.
Christian Heule finishes 12th.
Primed, pumped and ready.
A Rad Racing rider runs with his bike.
A Rad Racing rider poses for the camera.
The technical portions of the course proved to be a challenge.
A Clif Bar rider inspects the course ahead.
Physics 101.

Cyclocross World Cup #4
Koksijde, Belgium
December 28, 2003

Photos by Cyclocross Pro Sport
Bart Wellens had an off-day and finished 4th.
Ben Berden on his way to his first World Cup win.
Richard Groenendaal finishes 2nd on the day.
US National Champion Jonathan Page finished 19th.
Sven Nys with Bart Wellens hot on his wheels.
Erwin Vervecken finishes on the podium in 3rd place.

Azencross Loenhout (GVA Trofee #5) - C1
Loenhout, Belgium
December 30, 2003

Photos by Cyclocross Pro Sport
Jonathan Page leads a group of riders into a hairpin turn.
Sven Nys races towards a 2nd place finish.
Bart Wellens with Maxime Lefèbvre in pursuit.
Bart Wellens takes off for his 5th victory.
The hairpin turn caused quite the traffic jam.
The sun provided little relief from the cold and damp conditions.