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Taylor Phinney flies down Paris Mountain at the US pro road championships.(Image credit: Jonathan Devich/epicimages.us)

Alberto Contador attacks Andy Schleck near the fog-shrouded summit of the Tourmalet.(Image credit: Bettini Photo)

Koksijde, Belgium's 'cross World Cup venue is renowned for its sandy parcours.(Image credit: www.ispaphoto.com)

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This shot captures the gnarly rock drops that riders like World Cup downhiller Nick Beer (Scott) encounter.(Image credit: Dave McElwaine/trailwatch.net)

Jose Antonio Hermida is overcome by emotion upon winning the world championship for the first time in his career.(Image credit: Dave McElwaine/trailwatch.net)

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Sven Nys races a technical section in the mountain bike World Cup.(Image credit: Dave McElwaine/trailwatch.net)

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