
Anne-Marije Rook
Cycling Weekly's North American Editor, Anne-Marije Rook, started out as a newspaper reporter, working in a print newsroom where the coffee was always burnt and clocks running out of time. Originally from The Netherlands, she grew up as a bike commuter but didn't find bike racing until her early twenties. Strengthened by the many miles spent darting around the hilly city of Seattle on a steel single speed, Rook's progression in the sport was a quick one. As she competed at the elite level, her journalism career followed, and soon she became a full-time cycling journalist. She's now been a cycling journalist for 11 years.
These days she's less about competition and more about adventuring, yet there's hardly a day that goes by when she's not found pedaling. For Rook, a good week is when all the bikes in her stable get ridden, from her full-suspension trail bike down to her Brompton and some speedy road miles in between.
Latest articles by Anne-Marije Rook
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Pas Normal San Francisco: A million-dollar investment in the American cycling community
High-end cycling apparel company Pas Normal Studios officially opened its U.S. flagship store in San Francisco last Friday, and with it, makes a million-dollar investment in American cycling.
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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'Classified is the future of cycling' - Philippe Gilbert joins Classified as investor and ambassador
Classified announced that former road world champion has joined the company as an investor and ambassador.
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Specialized lays off 8% of its staff, cites economy and industry changes
Approximately 125 Specialized employees were laid off today, as the American bike brand cut 8% of its staff world-wide, citing economic and industry changes.
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Life Time Grand Prix unveils its 'wild card' event, the Rad Dirt Fest
Held in Trinidad, Colorado in September, the Rad Dirt Fest will challenge the 70 series contestants with a 110-mile "Stubborn Delores" course.
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Clara Honsinger and Curtis White to lead Team USA at Cyclocross World Championships
16 athletes will represent the USA in the Netherlands in February
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These are the safest and most dangerous US states for cyclists
Cycling fatalities have hit a multi-decade high but not all states are contributing to this deadly number
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Whisky and Salsa issue stop-ride notices for carbon handlebars
A potential crash hazard, consumers are urged to stop using these handlebars immediately
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Outbound Lighting’s Detour Road & Gravel light: a powerful self-contained package
Outbound Lighting's Detour light is a reliable no-wires-no-hassle light for commuting, gravel adventures and bikepacking alike
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Parents of tragic e-bike fatality settle; Rad Power Bikes pushes back
North America's largest e-bike company, Rad Power Bikes, is fighting a wrongful death lawsuit denying liability.
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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1 million vertical meters: ultra cyclist Jack Thompson first to 'reach space' in one calendar year
Ultra-cyclist Jack Thompson has become the first to 'reach space' in one calendar year by riding a million vertical meters
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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High School? Bike school: meet the school where bike fabrication is part of the curriculum
Seniors at Benson Polytechnic High School weld their own custom bicycles
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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The National Cycling League announces its first teams, stacked with internationally known talent
The National Cycling League announces its first teams, stacked with internationally known riders
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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E-bike manufacturers and retailers told they must comply with safety standards
39 U.S. states report hundreds of e-micro-mobility fires or overheating incidents
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Meet the cast of the 2023 Life Time Grand Prix
Watch as a cast of 60 handpicked WorldTour roadies, track world champions and MTB Olympians compete for the $250,000 prize purse
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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NBA All-Star Bradley Beal and NFL pros pump $7.5m into the new US cycling league
"The goal is for our teams to instantly become the top teams in U.S. pro racing next year," says National Cycling League CEO
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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North American Editor's picks: Anne-Marije Rook's Gear of the Year 2022
From an awesome Craiglist find, to ponchos, CBD, gravel tires and dog leashes, Rook's list is a smörgåsbord of cycling lifestyle items
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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'We all deserve an opportunity' - riders react as two trans women finish in CX Nationals top 5
What does the sixth place finisher think? “I think we all raced well."
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Dumped by phone, email or simply ghosted: Specialized's sudden termination of its ambassador contracts
After months of vagueness or silence, Specialized ambassadors found out late last week that their contracts would not be renewed or even terminated early.
By Anne-Marije Rook Last updated
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Sea Otter organizers change race start times after student project causes a stir
Race organizers to amend start times to decrease passing issues
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An inaugural U.S. National Gravel Championship to be held in 2023
USA Cycling announces dates and locations for 12 of the 18 National championship events in 2023
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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#CXNats: a hat trick for Clara Honsinger and a long-awaiting title for Curtis White
At the U.S. cyclocross national championships, 18th time became the charm for Curtis White while defending champion Clara Honsinger stayed cool under pressure in the women's race.
By Anne-Marije Rook Last updated
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Rad Power Bikes suffers a third round of layoffs
North America's largest e-bike company, Rad Power Bikes, is currently conducting its third round of layoffs in a year filled with lawsuits, manufacturing defects, layoffs and a market downturn.
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Liv Macha Pro review: I just can’t stop looking at my feet
Liv's new flagship shoes are super stiff, lightweight and so very eye-catching
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Trek and 'The Birkie' partner up to build 17 miles of new trails
Thanks to funding from the Trek Foundation, Wisconsin's Mt. Telemark Village will build 17 miles of new mountain bike trails
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