Chuck Coyle - Receives Sanction for Doping Violation
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Here is the press release about Chuck Coyle's doping violation. Stories on 303Cycling that reference Chuck.
CYCLING ATHLETE RECEIVES SANCTION FOR DOPING VIOLATION
Colorado Springs, Colo. (November 24, 2010) - USADA announced today that U.S. cycling athlete, Charles “Chuck” Coyle, of Boulder, Colorado, has accepted a two-year period of ineligibility for an anti- doping rule violation based on his purchase, possession and use of synthetic erythropoietin (EPO) and insulin growth factor (IGF-1).
EPO is a synthetic hormone used to stimulate the body’s production of red blood cells, thereby increasing oxygen transport and aerobic power. IGF-1 is a synthetic hormone used to aid in recovery and build lean muscle mass. Both EPO and IGF-1 are prohibited substances in the class of Peptide Hormones, Growth Factors and Related Substances under the USADA Protocol for Olympic and Paralympic Movement Testing and the International Cycling Union (UCI) anti-doping rules, both of which have adopted the World Anti- Doping Code (“Code”) and the World Anti-Doping Agency Prohibited List.
Coyle’s two-year period of ineligibility began on November 24, 2010, the day he accepted the sanction. Additionally, Coyle is disqualified from all competitive results achieved on and subsequent to June 13, 2007, the date he first committed the anti-doping rule violation based on evidence in USADA’s possession, including forfeiture of any medals, points and prizes.
In an effort to aid athletes, as well as all support team members such as parents and coaches, in understanding the rules applicable to them, USADA provides comprehensive instruction on its website on the testing process and prohibited substances, how to obtain permission to use a necessary medication, and the risks and dangers of taking supplements as well as performance-enhancing and recreational drugs. In addition, the agency manages a drug reference hotline, Drug Reference Online (www.GlobalDRO.com), conducts educational sessions with National Governing Bodies and their athletes, and proactively distributes a multitude of educational materials, such as the Prohibited List, easy-reference wallet cards, periodic newsletters, and protocol and policy reference documentation.
USADA is responsible for the testing and results management process for athletes in the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Movement, and is equally dedicated to preserving the integrity of sport through research initiatives and educational programs.
From VeloNews:
USADA announces another cycling suspension
By Charles Pelkey Updated: Nov 24th 2010 7:26 PM EST
Coyle is fast, but not fast enough to outrun USADA
Boulder-area racer Charles “Chuck” Coyle has accepted a two-year suspension after the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency found that he had purchased and used synthetic erythropoietin (EPO) and insulin growth factor (IGF-1).
The 38-year-old Coyle is the president of the Boulder-based Hüdz-Vista Subaru cyclocross team and has been an active road, track and `cross racer for 20 years.
Coyle’s two-year suspension began on Wednesday, when he accepted the penalty after investigators presented evidence of purchases of illicit performance-enhancing drugs dating back to June 13, 2007. Under UCI and USADA rules, Coyle will be required to return any prizes earned since that date.
As was the case with another suspension announced Wednesday, Coyle’s case did not involve an analytical positive test, but was based on evidence of purchases of illicit performance-enhancing drugs supplied in other investigations.


116 Comments
You have that much faith in the judicial process?
Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
That is putting a lot of faith in the judicial process or testing process. This doesn't just apply to cycling, no justice system is that good.
This isn't Riyad
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99.9 % of those who stand before the
Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
system are quilty and say they arn't. Do I need to list all the examples?
So yes I would put my faith in the testing process / judicial system.
How many cases have there been when a Judicial system cheated a cyclists?
Look how fast Chuck signed the papers of quilt when he says they were going to ban him for 4 years or life... he signed right away on the 2 year deal. Why? becasue he didn't want the 4 year ban or the ban for life... so he didn't even fight took the deal...
So I'd argue if he knew that life ban was the only option he wouldn't have done what he done.
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who ever it is that wrote
Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
who ever it is that wrote the above comment qualifies for government aid... because you sir are a retard.
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What I am is fed up with doping in cycling... can't
Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
you appreciate that? All you do is try too insult people. Why?
Do you want doping in cycling? what do you think would stop the doping? why don't you offer some insight to fixing the problem? why do you just insult people and make fucked up stuid remarks?
Why would you stick up for the doper?
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Chuck Coyle - Amature Testing
Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
I remembered seeing something on this site about Chuck being tested this year and I found the comment. It was from a poll about drug testing at the Firecracker 50. Here is the comment:
Amature Testing
http://303cycling.com/firecracker50-drug-testing#comment-2054
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Thanks for digging this up!
Submitted by Russell (not verified) on
Wow!
It is times like these I really appreciate the internet! I remembered reading this the instant I saw it. Unfortunately I had forgotten about it, and it is especially pertinent considering the relation to current events.
Thanks for posting.
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Dopers Suck.....
Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Unless they are your friends, cause that's different..But you should still buy some socks a hat & T-shirt. I'm DONE with bike racing.
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Now we know that the illicit
Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Now we know that the illicit drugs were in fact shipped to Coyle's home address. hmmm... really, Chuck, you don't know anything about this?
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drugs were shipped to Coyle's home address
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Sources: Drugs were shipped to Coyle’s home address
By Neal Rogers Updated: Dec 2nd 2010 5:36 PM EST
BOULDER, Colo (VN) _ A shipment of banned drugs that led to the two-year suspension of Colorado amateur racer Chuck Coyle was sent to his home address, sources have told VeloNews.
SO WHAT IS YOUR RESPONSE TO THIS CHUCK?
WHY NOT DO THIS... CONFRONT YOUR TEAMATES... TELL THEM TO STEP UP OR YOUR GOING TO...
CAN'T DO THAT THOUGH IF YOUR A LIAR AND A CHEAT.
JUST SO YOU KNOW... YOU LOOK LIKE A FOOL.
CHUCK COYLE = LIAR, CHEATER.
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Look and you will find more
Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
More interesting comments by a person named "Chuck" this summer about drug testing
http://303cycling.com/firecracker50-drug-testing#comment-2068
Do cheaters go on public forums before they are busted to talk about how they are clean. The USDA is going after the wrong guy, it was the simple low hanging fruit. They'll put it on their resume.
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