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Our 2010 Race Team Program could not happen without the generous contributions from our Sponsors and Supporters. They have made it possible for the LapDogs Cycling Club to create a very successful race program. 

As we move forward into our third season of racing, we are very proud to support these brands.



Duke’s Cycle
Since 1914, Duke's Cycle has been owned and operated by the same family. With almost a century of dedication and service to the local cycling community, Duke's built a solid reputation for having an extensive selection of bikes, parts and accessories, including several exclusive brands.At the heart of this dedication is the simple fact that we all love to Ride.
Whether its blasting out laps in the Ontario Cup MTB Race Series, leading customers on our regular Wednesday Evening Rides, enjoying a pleasure ride along the lake front, or simply commuting to the shop, we all share that common bond of cycling.
With this passion for two wheels, comes an understanding and appreciation for all styles and types of riders and bikes. No matter what you're looking for - Road, MTB, Hybrid or Commuter – Duke’s Cycle can help get you riding and sharing in our love of the Bike.

Since 1914, Duke's Cycle has been owned and operated by the same family. With almost a century of dedication and service to the local cycling community, Duke's built a solid reputation for having an extensive selection of bikes, parts and accessories, including several exclusive brands.At the heart of this dedication is the simple fact that we all love to Ride.

Whether its blasting out laps in the Ontario Cup MTB Race Series, leading customers on our regular Wednesday Evening Rides, enjoying a pleasure ride along the lake front, or simply commuting to the shop, we all share that common bond of cycling.

With this passion for two wheels, comes an understanding and appreciation for all styles and types of riders and bikes. No matter what you're looking for - Road, MTB, Hybrid or Commuter – Duke’s Cycle can help get you riding and sharing in our love of the Bike.

 
Resolver

BPS Resolver Inc. provides a comprehensive suite of software and services for risk managers, internal auditors, compliance managers and strategic planners. Resolver also provides facilitation, training, and consulting services in the areas of risk management, corporate governance, and regulatory needs.

In business since 1994, Resolver's clients span all fields, including financial services, utilities, government, education, natural resources, consumer goods, and manufacturing with a client base that includes Cardinal Healthcare, EnCana, Philips, TNT, Sony, TD Bank Financial Group, Goodrich, Qantas, ATA, and Domtar. For more information please visit: www.resolver-inc.com

 
Cherry Bomb Coffee

Cherry Bomb Coffee, purveyor of coffee, baked goods and lifestyle. We all know that good coffee and cycling go together like... well, good coffee and cycling.

What better way is there to start, or finish a ride? 

 
Fizik Saddles
Born in 1996 as a brand made for high performance fi'zi:k was designed in the USA, and handmade in Italy by the world's largest saddle manufacturer, Selle Royal.
Fi'zi:k is the phonetic spelling of the word physique, referring to the form or state of the human body. Often associated with general fitness and athletics, the word is also used in many contexts to illustrate physical strength and superb health. - ie. a powerful physique, a healthy physique.
In its phonetic form, fi'zi:k inspires other associations. Visually, the symbol conveys a sense of something scientific, technological or mathematical; and audibly, something fresh, effervescent, energetic and lively.
Since the beginning, fi'zi:k's mission has been simple: to improve the ride experience for all cyclists.

Born in 1996 as a brand made for high performance fi'zi:k was designed in the USA, and handmade in Italy by the world's largest saddle manufacturer, Selle Royal.

Fi'zi:k is the phonetic spelling of the word physique, referring to the form or state of the human body. Often associated with general fitness and athletics, the word is also used in many contexts to illustrate physical strength and superb health. - ie. a powerful physique, a healthy physique.In its phonetic form, fi'zi:k inspires other associations. Visually, the symbol conveys a sense of something scientific, technological or mathematical; and audibly, something fresh, effervescent, energetic and lively.

Since the beginning, fi'zi:k's mission has been simple: to improve the ride experience for all cyclists.

 
ImFit Performance Studio

With more than three years experience and over 700 tests, the IMFIT.ca Athletic Performance Studio has been helping ordinary people achieve extraordinary results. Using scientific assessments combined with personalized guidance, IMFIT.ca helps clients realize their true potential and achieve their goals.

 
RPM Spin & Fitness Studio

RPM Spinning + Gravity Studio is in the heart of Toronto’s Bloor West Village and is committed to strengthening the health and well-being of our community through inclusive, innovative fitness programs.

RPM’s pride in the community is one of the fundamental building blocks of the studio and our philosophy. We value the friends and relationships we have developed through our active lifestyle and our program selections emphasize group training for this very reason.

 
Spin Kicks
Spin Kicks Fitness Studio, is a unique facility that has created a unique blend of fitness activities, including Indoor Cycling, Taekwon-Do for kids, teens and adults and Cardio Kick Boxing!
Entering the Studio you can sense that there is a unique and warm atmosphere. It’s the small gesture’s that make Spin Kicks distinctive. From the personalized towels, to executive locker services!
You will receive Taekwon-Do lessons directly from the Master Instructor, with over 23 years experience and numerous accomplishments.
If you are seeking the ultimate experience in an Indoor Cycling Bike, look no further!

Spin Kicks Fitness Studio, is a unique facility that has created a unique blend of fitness activities, including Indoor Cycling, Taekwon-Do for kids, teens and adults and Cardio Kick Boxing!

Entering the Studio you can sense that there is a unique and warm atmosphere. It’s the small gesture’s that make Spin Kicks distinctive. From the personalized towels, to executive locker services!

You will receive Taekwon-Do lessons directly from the Master Instructor, with over 23 years experience and numerous accomplishments.

If you are seeking the ultimate experience in an Indoor Cycling Bike, look no further!

 
McLean Budden
Since opening our doors in 1947, McLean Budden has grown to become one of Canada’s most respected investment management companies. From offices in Toronto, Montréal, Vancouver and Chicago, we manage over $35 billion of pension, foundation and mutual fund assets, as well as personal wealth.
McLean Budden’s success is based in large part on an entrepreneurial team culture.  As owner-managers, we focus on running the business with a long term view and are strongly incented to maintain superior investment research, establish long-run succession planning, facilitate steady growth, and uphold the highest service standards.  On a long-term basis, management owns 40% of the firm, with share ownership currently spread among 60 partners, and Sun Life Financial Corp. owning the balance. The McLean Budden team consists of over 110 employees,  including 46 portfolio managers of whom 18 are research analysts.

Since opening our doors in 1947, McLean Budden has grown to become one of Canada’s most respected investment management companies. From offices in Toronto, Montréal, Vancouver and Chicago, we manage over $35 billion of pension, foundation and mutual fund assets, as well as personal wealth.

McLean Budden’s success is based in large part on an entrepreneurial team culture.  As owner-managers, we focus on running the business with a long term view and are strongly incented to maintain superior investment research, establish long-run succession planning, facilitate steady growth, and uphold the highest service standards.  On a long-term basis, management owns 40% of the firm, with share ownership currently spread among 60 partners, and Sun Life Financial Corp. owning the balance. The McLean Budden team consists of over 110 employees,  including 46 portfolio managers of whom 18 are research analysts.

 
Nature's Path
We aspire to advance the cause of people and planet, along the path to sustainability. And we like to think we put our money where our mouth is. Or rather, where our heart is. Because growing organic, healthy foods in a sustainable way is our passion—the cornerstone of our family company. It’s where, and how, it all began.
But we also know that when it comes down to it—no matter what kind of a difference we want to make as a company, and no matter how much you share those values—if our food isn’t delicious and exciting, we’re not living up to our fullest potential.
Healthy foods don’t need to be boring and tasteless. Which is why we spend our days and nights dreaming up new recipes, tracking down exotic new ingredients, and researching the latest (or most ancient) superfoods. We know you’ll be pretty impressed when you read our labels. But we hope you’ll be even more impressed when you take your first bite.

At Nature's Path, we aspire to advance the cause of people and planet, along the path to sustainability. And we like to think we put our money where our mouth is. Or rather, where our heart is. Because growing organic, healthy foods in a sustainable way is our passion—the cornerstone of our family company. It’s where, and how, it all began.

Healthy foods don’t need to be boring and tasteless. Which is why we spend our days and nights dreaming up new recipes, tracking down exotic new ingredients, and researching the latest (or most ancient) superfoods. We know you’ll be pretty impressed when you read our labels. But we hope you’ll be even more impressed when you take your first bite.

 
Continental Tire

For the 2010 Race Season, the LapDogs Race Team is proud to roll on Continental Tires.

Our Road Team will be running on Continental's GP Attack & Force race tire combination, while the Mountain Bike Team will be racing world-cup winning Race Kings.

 
Giro from OGC

It's a self-evident truth that a successful shop has to stock the brands and products their consumers want.

For over 30 years, Outdoor Gear Canada (OGC) has focused on just that; we distribute the cycling world's category leading brands; the high-value brands that consumers have made their #1 choice.

With special thanks to our friends at OCG, The Duke's LapDogs Cycling Team is proud to race with Giro Helmets and Eyewear.

 
Mike Carter Studio

With over 23 years of providing visual solutions for the advertising, design and publishing industries, Mike Carter  brings digital know-how with traditional sensibilities to your project.

 
Sidi Shoes

In 1960 Sidi began as a craftsman's workshop manufacturing mountain sport footwear. Moving forward in 1970, Sidi began specializing in cycling footwear and boots for off-road and on-road motorcycling. After 48 years of experience, style, innovation and passion have lead Sidi to become the market leader in cycling and motorcycle shoes.

More professional road cyclists wear Sidi shoes than any other brand. 

 
Sugoi Performance Apparel

The word SUGOI is a Japanese term for "Incredible." For 20 years, we've been working diligently to make sure that our products, our people, and our organization live up to our name. From our humble basement beginnings, SUGOI products are now used worldwide by runners, cyclists, tri-athletes and fitness enthusiasts who demand the best apparel available.

The LapDogs are proud to be 'dressed' in the finest technical clothing from Sugoi.