Cycling: McCauley joins new team in the US

Commonwealth Games bronze medallist Gordon McCauley has switched from Team Monex to Successful Living Professional Cycling Team in the United States.

He has signed up with his new team for the remainder of the 2006 season after being released voluntarily by Team Monex.

"Adding a rider like McCauley gives our team some additional horse power and experience as we move into the second part of the year," Team Successful Living Director Steve Hegg said.

McCauley, the New Zealand road race champion, will defend his title in November after the season in the United States ends.

"Gordon just came off a bronze medal performance in the Commonwealth Games a few months ago and I'm personally looking forward to seeing his abilities against the clock, as well as his aggressive riding style I've heard much about," Hegg said.

"I think his racing style will set a good example for some of our younger riders in stretching their limits."

- NZPA