This past weekend, Canadian skaters took part in events including Germany’s Gross Gerau International Criterium and Ottawa’s Minto Run For Reach.

Harriston’s Paisley Perrie took on a very fast and talented international field at the Gross Gerau International Criterium in Germany. The race, which attracts over 700 top competitors from all over the world, serves as an early season test for athletes of all levels.

Alex Perrie brough his refereeing experience and knowledge to the event, acting as an official referee in the event. He has been head-referee for the Canadian and Ontario championships on a number of occasions. [Click here for results]

On the North American side of the word, almost 100-skaters took to the start at the annual Minto Run For Reach in Ottawa. This 21km race was a great opportunity for skaters from Montreal, Ottawa, and Toronto clubs to get together and test their racing skills. [Click here for results]

You can find links to all results and pictures here.

Photo from Nathalie Larouche