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January 2014
January 28, 2014


Photo: Philippe Gilbert said Tuesday that the top five simply isn't good enough for him. The former world champion will look to return to the winner's step in the Ardennes this spring — and says he'll hang up his bike if he can't win. Photo: Tim De Waele.
He rode all of last season in the stripes of the world champion, but there was little doubt: Philippe Gilbert wasn’t riding well, and many thought his best days were well behind him. (velonews.com)





Photo: Nairo Quintana (Movistar)... © tdwsport
Colombian to lead team in Italy. (cyclingnews.com)





Photo: Katie Compton (Trek) takes home another national title. © Jonathan Devich
American looking forward to battle with Vos. (cyclingnews.com)





Photo: Richie Porte will trade in his black Sky jersey for a pink one at the Giro, writes Matthew Beaudin. Photo: Tim De Waele.
Neal Rogers and Andrew Hood found themselves in Argentina and Australia. I’m like a bear waking from hibernation when I think about this season. I’m irrational, sleepy, emotional. (velonews.com)





Races & Results.
Santos Tour Down Under - Jan 19-25, 2014 (Results),
Tour de San Luis - Jan 20-26, 2014 (Results),
Jayco Herald Sun Tour - Feb 5-9, 2014 (Stages),
Giro d'Italia - May 9 - June 1, 2014 (Stages),
Tour de France - July 5-27, 2014 (Stages),
UCI Road World Championships - Sept 22-29, 2013 (Results),
Vuelta a España - Aug 24-Sept 15, 2013 (Results),
Tour de France - June 29-July 21, 2013 (Results),
Giro d'Italia - May 4-26, 2013 (Results).





Photo: On the left, paragliders fly near a waterfall. On the right, Ben King joined new teammate Janier Acevedo (left), Sebastian Henao (second from right) and Sergio Henao (right) for a January training camp in Colombia. Photos: Ben King.
"Recharged by the longest off-season that I’ve been able to spend with friends and family in the last six years, an invitation from my new Garmin-Sharp teammate Janier Acevedo to train with him in Colombia before the Tour de San Luís thrilled me." (velonews.com)





Photo: there are a number of mental and physical barriers to overcome before reaching the start line.
Olympic rower and endurance athlete James Cracknell answers your questions in a weekly health and fitness Q&A. (telegraph.co.uk)





Photo: 1959 Tour de France champion Federico Bahamontes on the podium with Alberto Contador..
Spanish climbing legend writes for Cyclingnews. (cyclingnews.com)





Photo: Prescription sports optics can improve the riding experience of those needing corrective lenses. Photo: Tim De Waele.
Whether you are a newly minted “four-eyed freak” or just due to replace some well-worn riding shades, cycling-specific prescription eyewear can enhance and improve your time on the bike. (velonews.com)





Photo: It will be around US$180 cheaper than the Garmin 810.
Fitness specialist Polar is poised to launch its first Garmin-style touch-screen GPS cycle computer, dubbed the V650. (bikeradar.com)
































Photo: Nairo Quintana (Getty Images)...
The 23 year old was the revelation of last year's Tour, finishing second overall to Chris Froome while winning both the polka-dot king of the mountains jersey and the best young rider's white jersey. (sbs.com.au)








Photo: Sylvain Chavanel lines up for IAM Cycling in 2014.
Bretagne – Séché Environnement, Cofidis, IAM Cycling and NetApp. (cyclingnews.com)





Photo: To infect as many people as possible with the cycling bug.
As far as pregnancies go The Bike Lane had an extremely long gestation period. Ten years in fact. (cyclingtips.com.au) 





Photo: The Drapac Professional Cycling Team sets the pace. © Mark Gunter
Australian set to miss New Zealand Cycle Classic. (cyclingnews.com)





Photo: The Schultheiss Girls do their stuff – and again, no complaints.
Here’s his look at the first 3 days of action and events from the German Capital. (pezcyclingnews.com)





Photo: Carlos Betancur (Ag2r-La Mondiale)... © Bettini Photo
Betancur finished the Tour de San Luis in a lowly 111th position, over 45 minutes down on his fellow countryman Nairo Quintana. (cyclingnews.com)





Photo: Paolo Bettini and Davide Cassani . © Roberto Bettini
New coach wants to restore old standing. (cyclingnews.com)





Photo: My session resulted in a fit that I’d be willing to put my faith in.
Dorel, the parent company behind Cannondale, Schwinn, GT, Mongoose, Iron Horse and Sugoi purchased the Canadian brand Guru last year. (redkiteprayer.com)





Photo: The Premium kits are sold as brake or shifter sets for $29.99.
Updated “Road” kit will keep the precut brake housing sections and will use double ended Shimano/Campy cables. (bikerumor.com)





Photo: The MPS Evo retention system is the only downside.
BikeRadar verdict: 4 out of 5 stars. "We like its breezy nature and matt finish but the retention system a bit flimsy." (bikeradar.com)..























Photo: Daily Distraction.


























Photo: what challenges Christie-Johnson and the team have faced and what the future might hold.
"When a rider joins the team it’s with the idea of making it to the highest level, that’s a common dream. That’s the rider’s dream, and that’s my dream." (cyclingtips.com.au) 





Photo: Hein Verbruggen and Lance Armstrong. © AFP Photo
Former UCI president denies cover-up. (cyclingnews.com)






Photo: World road race champion Rui Costa (Lampre Merida)...
Star-studded line-up for first edition of new race. (velonation.com)





Photo: One reader is attacking high-speed shimmy by focusing on tuning resonance out of wheels. Photo: Caley Fretz | VeloNews.com.
A very clear recipe for alleviating shimmy problems based on a wheelbuilder’s many years of experience. (velonews.com)





Photo: Contador in yellow stays on the wheel of Vinokorov with Chavanel just behind.
The 2014 Tour de France visits the Bordeaux region with a stage finish and Time Trial start at the medieval town of Bergerac. (pezcyclingnews.com)





Photo: 'Decoupler' ride is a genuine roughness-eraser without eating wattage.
BikeRadar verdict: 4.5 out of 5 stars. "Uniquely smooth, endlessly enjoyable day-to-day ride and long-distance machine." (bikeradar.com)





Photo: Claimed weight for the front triangle here is 1440g (3.17lb).
We’ve seen 3D printed frame parts and accessories from both metal and plastic, but this takes it to a whole ‘nutha level with the world’s first complete 3D printed mountain bike frame. (bikerumor.com)





Photo: New kits for 2014. (Leah Flickinger)...
The reigning world-champion squad ramps up for 2014 at Specialized headquarters in Morgan Hill, California. (bicycling.com)













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