After a thrilling debut on Tin Can Hill, the Territorial Mountain Bike Championship Series kept the wheels turning with Race #2 on Friday, May 30, 2025. Hosted at the Yellowknife Ski Club, this short-track style race challenged riders with technical climbs, tight corners, and an energetic mass-start format. With the sun peeking through and the […]
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Thank You Sport North – Supporting the Growth of Cycling in the NWT
Cycling NWT would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Sport North for their generous support through the Sport North Development Grant. This funding played a crucial role in helping us launch our 2025 race season, covering insurance costs and allowing us to organize two road races and two mountain bike races across the […]
Grit, Corners & Community: Get Ready for MTB Race #2!
The trail dust hasn’t even settled from the first event—and we’re already gearing up for Mountain Bike Race #2 in the Territorial Championships Series! Location: Yellowknife Ski ClubDate: Friday, May 30, 2025Start Time: 6:00 PM (Registration at 5:30 PM at the Ski Chalet)Course Details: Prologue: 500 m Lap: 2.00 km Total Distance: 6.5 km (Prologue […]
Coaching as a Living System – Reflections on the Advanced Coaching Diploma
By Thorsten Gohl Earlier this year, I completed the Advanced Coaching Diploma (ACD), Canada’s highest level of coach education. What I thought would be a structured academic experience turned out to be something far more impactful: a human journey of reflection, purpose, and growth. Delivered through the Coaching Association of Canada and partners like the […]
First-Ever Territorial Mountain Bike Championship Kicks Off in the NWT!
After two exciting road races launched the 2025 Territorial Cycling Series, it was time to shift gears, and trails, for a brand new milestone: the first Territorial Mountain Bike Championship Race in the Northwest Territories. Held on Sunday, May 25th at the rugged and scenic Tin Can Hill in Yellowknife, this historic race marked Race […]
13th Annual YK2HR: Cycling the North with Spirit and Strength
From June 6–8, 2025, riders from across the territory will take on one of the most beloved cycling challenges in the North — the Yellowknife to Hay River Ride (YK2HR). Now in its 13th year, this 500 km ride is more than just a physical feat. It’s a celebration of community, resilience, and the breathtaking […]
Territorial Championships – Mountain Bike Race Series Event #1
Location: Tincan Hill Recreation Area, YellowknifeDate: Sunday, May 25, 2025Start Time: 4:00 PM sharpRegistration: Opens at 3:30 PM in the main parking lot Course Overview: View the Course Map Race Format & Categories:All riders—regardless of age or gender—will complete the same full course. The distance and level of technical difficulty are appropriate for a range […]
Grit, Gusts, and Glory – Race 2 of the Territorial Road Cycling Championships
May 17, 2025 | Highway 3 – Boundary Creek to Yellowknife It was another thrilling day of racing in the Northwest Territories as cyclists tackled the 25km course along Highway 3, starting from Boundary Creek and heading toward Yellowknife. Riders faced gusty crosswinds but were rewarded with beautiful sunshine and warm spring temperatures, creating a […]
Cycling NWT Holds First-Ever Annual General Meeting
On May 12, 2025, Cycling NWT held its first-ever Annual General Meeting, marking a major milestone for the organization and the growth of cycling in the Northwest Territories. Held virtually, the AGM brought together members from across the Territory to reflect on a successful foundational year, elect new leadership, and set the stage for an […]
Join the Ride – Volunteer With Cycling NWT!
The race season is rolling—and we need you to help keep it moving! As Cycling NWT continues building momentum with our 2024 Road and Mountain Bike Race Series, we’re calling on volunteers from across the community to step up and be part of something exciting, empowering, and unforgettable. Whether you’ve got experience in events, love […]