Definition
Matteo Dal‑Cin is a Canadian professional road cyclist who competes in international road racing events.
Overview
Born on 28 March 1991 in Ottawa, Ontario, Dal‑Cin has ridden for several UCI‑registered teams, most notably the UCI ProTeam Rally Cycling (later known as Rally UHC) from 2013 through 2021. He has represented Canada in multiple editions of the UCI Road World Championships and the Pan American Games. Dal‑Cin is recognized for his versatility as a stage‑race rider, capable of performing well in both hilly terrain and time‑trial disciplines.
Etymology/Origin
The given name “Matteo” is of Italian origin, derived from the Hebrew name Matityahu meaning “gift of God.” The surname “Dal‑Cin” is also Italian, where “dal” translates to “from the” and “Cin” is likely a truncated form of a place name or family identifier, indicating geographic or familial origin.
Characteristics
- Racing style: All‑rounder with a particular strength in climbing and sustained power output during time trials.
- Notable achievements:
- Overall winner of the Tour of the Gila (2020).
- Overall winner of the Redlands Bicycle Classic (2019).
- Victory in the Canadian National Road Race Championships (2022).
- Multiple stage victories and podium finishes in North American stage races, including the Tour of Utah and the Tour of Alberta.
- Physical profile: Listed height around 1.78 m (5 ft 10 in) and racing weight near 68 kg (150 lb), typical for a rider with climbing capabilities.
- Team roles: Has served both as a team leader in smaller stage races and as a domestique supporting sprint‑specialists and general‑classification contenders in larger UCI WorldTour events.
Related Topics
- UCI WorldTour and ProSeries: Governing bodies and race categories in which Dal‑Cin has competed.
- Canadian National Cycling Team: The national squad for which he has raced in world championships and continental competitions.
- Rally Cycling / Rally UHC: The North American professional team that provided a primary platform for his early and mid‑career development.
- Tour of the Gila, Redlands Bicycle Classic: Prominent North American stage races where Dal‑Cin achieved overall victories.
- Road racing tactics: Concepts such as domestique duties, breakaway formation, and peloton dynamics relevant to Dal‑Cin’s role in team strategies.