Niseko Cycle Week cranks up August 31 2009, 2:00pm via powderlife.com

THE second Niseko Cycle Week kicked off on Sunday with a group ride from Hirafu to Niseko Village, followed by the opening ceremony and barbecue alongside the Niseko Village cross country mountain bike course.

A number of events were run on the course across the day including men's long and short courses, women's and kids races, providing a great atmosphere for spectators and those enjoying the day.