Yukon cyclists get pointers from Olympian

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Canadian Olympian Denise Ramsden, left, rides with a Yukon cyclist on Friday in Porter Creek. Ramsden came to Yukon with the Northern Lytes program established by Yukon Olympians Zach Bell and Emily Nishikawa.

A Canadian Olympian has helped Yukon cyclists reach the next gear.

Through the program Northern Lytes, established by Yukon Olympians Zach Bell and Emily Nishikawa, cyclists with the U Kon Echelon club received instruction from champion cyclist Denise Ramsden over the weekend.

"We're working on technique," said Ramsden. "Lots of people ride a bike and it's great to get out and enjoy it, but when you're trying to race there's a lot of technique to it. I'm trying to pass on that part and the experience of racing as well.

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Jane Eccles


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Thankfully their prognosis was not correct, but for Jane this was only the first battle of many. Extensive surgery was required to get rid of the NF, one which involved the removal of her abdominal muscles. As she lay in intensive care, it was becoming clear that her physical ability would never be the same again.

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Tara Llane

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The four-time national bike champion may have lost the use of her legs but she is living proof that you can always come back fighting and if you have the will, energy and competitive spirit can help you to achieve what others would deem impossible.

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Eileen Gray

One of the pioneers and champions of women's racing is Eileen Gray. It's a name that might not be familiar to many, but the incredible vision and hard work of this woman made a significant contribution to establishing women's cycle racing on the national and international stage.

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