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WHAT IS A FLANDRIEN?

In the brochure at the national cycling museum it’s explained that the nickname “Flandrien” was typical for the Flemish track cyclists who were showmen for the crowd at the Six-day races in the 1910′s and 20′s. When the Flandriens took the boat to America to compete in the velodromes of New York and Chicago they were announced as “blokes who eat raw meat”. The characteristics of a Flandrien are:

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Today a Flandrien is a cyclist with an undiluted attacking instinct. A cyclist who rides through all conditions, never hangs his head (and preferably also wins the race). Are you a Flandrien?

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Zesdaagse Gent - (c) Henrik Alpers
Henrik Alpers
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12/11/2024
Gent

The Six-days of Ghent

Cycling enthusiasts are undoubtedly familiar with ’t Kuipke. This cycling track hosts the yearly Six Days of Ghent, a world-famous track cycling event.
cyclocross - veldrijden Zonhoven (c) Flanders Classics (2)
Flanders Classics
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22/12/2024
Zonhoven

Cyclocross: UCI World Cup Zonhoven

The race in Zonhoven is held at one of the most picturesque, photogenic venues in European cyclocross. The race is part of the UCI World Cup.
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Flanders Classics
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26/12/2024
Gavere

Cyclocross: UCI World Cup Gavere

Time for some mud? No better place than cyclocross Gavere to see what fall has to offer.

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Cycling day trips

Check out VISITFLANDERS to plan your trip exploring the history, nature, heritage and arts of Flanders. A place home to unparalleled culinary and beer culture.
https://www.visitflanders.com/en/flandersfinestcycleroutes

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Plan a cycling weekend or holiday along one of the nine iconic cycle routes to discover the best of Flanders.
https://www.flandersbybike.com/