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Open to all athletes in the Cayman Islands, the Cayman Cycling Road & ITT National Championships 🏆 , presented by The Catalyst Group, offer a stage that promises to bring together the best riders in the Cayman Islands 🇰🇾 , all competing for the highest cycling honour. On June 16th, it's time for the National ITT Championship. Athletes from all categories will take on a single lap of the challenging 19-mile East End Circuit , pushing themselves to their limits as they set off at 1 minute intervals. It's a race against the clock ⏱ to see who can cross the finish line with the best time – and there's no doubt we'll see some intense rivalries in action! Then, on June 17th, things are set to get even more electrifying during the Road Race Championship. With staggered distances designed for different categories, there will no doubt be fireworks as the athletes navigate the circuit. Elite Women (23+yrs) & Juniors (16-18yrs) will take on two laps of the Circuit, covering 38 miles. Meanwhile, the U23 (19-22yrs), Elite Men (23-39yrs) & Masters (40+ yrs) will be tested with three laps – 57 miles of pure adrenaline – leaving nothing to chance as they give it their all on the road. You won't want to miss a single second of these elite athletes battling it out, producing another memorable event in Cayman’s cycling history. Come out and earn your stripes! Registration is now open at https://lnkd.in/eFJjWR39. #caynationals #earnyourstripes #caymancycling #teamcayman #caymanislands The Catalyst Group Union Cycliste Internationale @c0paci @Caribbeancyclingunion

Many people talk about environmental factors in production, transport, development and much more. It is of course important that we consider these factors. But in my opinion it is also important to talk about durability in these times. Do you buy cheap/poor quality to throw away after a short time? Do you primarily buy things because of the current fashion and then buy new ones when the fashion changes and the product is no longer fashionable? or do you choose the classic design and the good quality so that it can last for a lifetime? https://lnkd.in/djPhaTu9

In 2023, the inaugural UCI Cycling World Championships were staged in Glasgow and across Scotland (United Kingdom). It was the first time that 13 individual UCI World Championships were brought together in a single event. Yesterday an independent socio-economic report on the impact of this inaugural UCI Cycling World Championships conducted by EY was published. I am very proud and privileged to have had the opportunity to play a part alongside a group of very talented management, events, marketing and commercial professionals that delivered this historic event which brought about significant socio-economic benefits for Glasgow, Scotland and the UK. Key highlights for me from this socio-economic report are : 💰 A £205 million boost for the local economy 🚲 Inspiring 79% of residents to cycle more ❤️ 95% of residents proud to host the event. 👏 93% of stakeholders intend to continue activities that they started in relation to the Championships. ♻ 85% of stakeholders felt the Championships were delivered in an environmentally responsible way.  🚴♀️ & 🚶♂️ 82% of visitors used a form of active travel during the 2023 UCI Cycling Worlds. Link to summarised report : https://lnkd.in/eD2tx7D9 In the words of Christof Backhaus, Professor of Marketing and Head of Research, Napier University : "The 2023 UCI Cycling World Championships have further fuelled the momentum around cycling as a catalyst for change" #GlasgowScotland2023 #powerofthebike #majorevents #sportsbusiness #purposeledpartnerships https://lnkd.in/e8YzCFTC

New data from PeopleForBikes finds that England is lagging behind Europe for how cycling-friendly its towns and cities are. England received an average city score of 59 out of 100, compared with an average European city score of 71 when England is excluded. “The uptake of cycling in cities is directly connected to government priorities. When government leaders invest in making cycling more accessible and appealing, more people choose cycling for everyday transportation,” PeopleForBikes President and CEO Jenn Dice told Zag Daily. “If more cities in England make similar long-term commitments to invest in cycling, they will gradually catch up to their European peers.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/e7ttCK9p

🚴♂️🌟 Discover the truth behind the Tour de France with in-depth analysis! 🌟🚴♀️ Peter Hersh, PhD delves into the dynamics of today's cyclists and their performance. This piece really resonated with me as it explores whether the athletes are truly at the top of their game or if there are underlying factors influencing their success. A famous quote said it best, "The beauty of data is that it allows us to dig deeper and uncover the stories behind the numbers." 🔗 Read the full analysis here: https://lnkd.in/gkhZXSFx This article is a fantastic reminder of how data is woven into the fabric of our daily lives. By leveraging data, we can uncover truths, challenge assumptions, and drive meaningful improvements across various fields, from sports to healthcare to business. 📊✨ The beauty of data lies in its omnipresence and its potential to foster betterment in human life. Whether it's enhancing athletic performance, improving patient outcomes, or optimizing business strategies, making sense of data is crucial. Join me on this journey of exploration and see how data can transform perspectives and lead to breakthroughs. Together, let's harness the power of data to achieve excellence and innovation. #DataAnalysis #TourDeFrance #Cycling #SportsScience #DataEverywhere #Innovation #PerformanceImprovement #JMPAnalysis JMP ZhaoBin Wang Melisa Muhamed Raveewan Techaworapatana Jeremy Tee Amanda L.

"Marginal Gains - 1%" The fate of British Cycling changed one day in 2003. David Brailsford had been hired to put British Cycling on a new trajectory, who introduced the "aggregation of marginal gains,” which was the philosophy of searching for a tiny margin of improvement in everything you do. Brailsford and his team continued to find 1 percent improvements in overlooked and unexpected areas. Just five years after Brailsford took over, the British Cycling team dominated the road and track cycling events at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, where they won an astounding 60 percent of the gold medals available. Lesson:- 1. Identify the area, where you need improvement. 2. Improve by marginal %age. 3. Be consistent. 4. Observe the performance. 5. Maintain patience. Improving by 1 percent isn’t particularly notable—sometimes it isn’t even noticeable—but it can be far more meaningful, especially in the long run. The difference a tiny improvement can make over time is astounding. For ex:- If you learn only 1 new word everyday, by the end of the month you will have 30 new words in your vocabulary. #Shashi #LnD #SIRCLE

Cycling has returned to the mid-2000s level of performance. Yes, bike technology has advanced, but safety standards have not kept up. Whenever parents or juniors approach me for training advice, I often cringe, take a deep breath, and wonder: do I really want to be involved in this? No one should die while riding a bike—whether commuting in traffic, training in an uncontrolled environment, or especially at a world championship event. I hope the UCI takes a long, hard look at how they manage risk moving forward https://lnkd.in/ght89Y9k #UCI #CyclingSafety #Cycling #RoadSafety

Active Travel. Active Lives. Find out how you can get involved in shaping the future of #ActiveTravel in #Belfast 🚲 Not only does active travel help us to lead healthier lives, but it decreases our #CarbonFootprint too #WalkingWheelingCycling

Transport Monitoring Solutions helping Saint Piran Pro Cycling to reduce road risk, evidence sustainability and capture rider footage

For fun, I recently updated the data on the French "#TourDeFrance" cycling history to analyze how champions have improved their performance from 1919 to 2023. It's fascinating to see that the difference in pace between the winner and the median of all riders is only 1.8 km/h. Even more striking is the 2.8 km/h difference between the first and last rider. Considering the Tour de France spans over 3,000 km, the time difference translates to several hours. However, when you reflect on the speeds and paces achieved by all participants, it’s clear they are all elite athletes. https://lnkd.in/e5EbXVZN