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January 2014
January 30, 2014





Photo: Lars van der Haar (right) and Sven Nys are among the top favorites for the elite men's race at this weekend's UCI Elite Cyclocross World Championships. Photo: Tim De Waele.
Anyone who scanned the results sheets at last week’s UCI Cyclocross World Cup finale in Nommay, France, looking for insight into the four world championship races that will unfold in Hoogerheide, Netherlands, this weekend, could not have failed to notice them. (velonews.com)







Photo: Compton makes in 10 National Championships in a row. © Mike Albright.
This Saturday, 10-time US National Champion Katie Compton (Trek Cyclocross Collective) will have her best chance yet to make history as the first American to win gold at the World Cyclocross Championships. (cxmagazine.com)





Photo: Cannondale's Ryan Trebon had an off-day in Nommay.
American hoping to re-sign with Cannondale. (cyclingnews.com)





Photo: Zdenek Stybar will suit up and attempt to win his third world cyclocross title on Sunday. Photo: Dan Seaton | VeloNews.com.
Zdenek Stybar confirmed Thursday that he will ride in the UCI Elite Cyclocross World Championships this weekend after checking out the course in Hoogerheide, Netherlands. (velonews.com)





Races & Results.
UCI Cyclo-cross World Championships - Feb 1-2, 2014 (Races),
Dubai Tour - Feb 5-8, 2014 (Stages),
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),
Santos Tour Down Under - Jan 19-25, 2014 (Results),
Tour de San Luis - Jan 20-26, 2014 (Results),
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: Copenhagen, Denmark.
The 2014 Six Days of Copenhagen Track Cycling are being held January 30 - February 4.  There will be a live stream: 7:30pm CET (1:30pm U.S. Eastern). (cyclingfans.com)





Photo: 2013 winners: Elite Men: Sven Nys, Elite Women: Marianne Vos, U-23 Men: Mike Teunissen, Junior Men: Mathieu van der Poel.
Saturday: Junior Men: 11:00am CET (5:00am U.S. Eastern).
Saturday: Women: 3:00pm CET (9:00am U.S. Eastern).
Sunday: U23 Men: 11:00am CET (5:00am U.S. Eastern).
Sunday: Men Elite: 3:00pm CET (9:00am U.S. Eastern). (cyclingfans.com)





Photo: last year’s runner-up Connor McConvey, with the Synergy Baku Cycling Project rider.
Irish event to feature 36 categorised climbs and Seskin Hill summit finish. (velonation.com)





Photo: The peloton rolls out during the Trans Andes Challenge.
McConneloug and Broderick top mixed duo category. (cyclingnews.com)





Photo: The Aston Martin race car inspired paint scheme introduced last year on their Cross Racer.
Last year’s interview with Cielo’s Design Manager Jay Sycip was a bit lengthier. This year’s abbreviated answers suggest they’re pressed to get things ready for the show. (bikerumor.com)




















Photo: Chris Horner is officially a member of Lampre-Merida and is expected to lead the squad at the Giro and Vuelta this season. Photo: Tim De Waele. (cyclingnews.com)
Veteran American inks a one-year-deal. (cyclingnews.com)





Photo: Baden Cooke is getting a lot of publicity out of the deal, valuable since he’s setting up a new agency.
Chris Horner’s jobs saga is over with a one year contract with Lampre-Merida being announced today and so he’ll start his 20th season as a pro. It’s a triumph for his new agent Baden Cooke. (inrng.com)





Photo: Horner happy again. de.eurosport.yahoo.com.
What a long strange trip from Spain its been. (atwistedspoke.com)





Photo: Chris Froome will follow a similar race schedule this year as he did in 2013. Photo: Tim De Waele.
Tim Kerrison, the coach who guided Sky to back-to-back victories at the Tour de France, said Chris Froome is handling the pressures that come with the yellow jersey. (velonews.com)





Photo: If Seattle loses, the mayor will send over Hancock salmon, Dungeness crab, a custom bicycle, and a blown glass piece blown by Dale Chihuly to benefit Denver’s Road Home program for the homeless.
Every year before the superbowl, the mayors of each teams city place a friendly bet, to benefit local businesses and charities. (bikerumor.com)





Photo: Lightweight, rigid and very, very fast, it's an absolute peach.
Lightweight, rigid and very, very fast, this is an exceptional race bike. 4.5 out of 5 stars. (road.cc)





Photo: Some of the awesome crew at the Gear Rush Christmas junior skills camp.
Off-season resting and training to prepare for spring racing. (cyclingnews.com)





Photo: a penchant for weird selfies....
“Pippo” Pozzato is no slouch. He’s been pro since 2000, rode for Mapei-Quick Step, won stages in the Tour, wore the Italian National Champion’s jersey, and even won Milan-San Remo in 2006. (competitivecyclist.com)





Photo: Rise above bad air days. (Getty Images).
If you're breathing in bad air, you may not be riding at your peak. Here's your essential guide to making every breath count. (bicycling.com)





Photo: Vision Tech’s Metron 40 carbon tubular wheels. © Cyclocross Magazine.
Vision Tech’s biggest product focus is on wheels, and the company has invested a lot into R&D in their attempt to become one of the leaders in aerodynamic, reliable wheels. (cxmagazine.com)





















Photo: Daily Distraction.

















Photo: Damiano Cunego (Lampre-Merida) has had a disappointing 2013 campaign. © Bettini
Corriere della Sera lifts the lid on the slow moving doping trial. (cyclingnews.com)





Photo: 2013 wasn’t just a good year for him, it was amazing – he retained the Tour de Suisse, won 2 stages in the Tour de France and claimed the Rainbow Jersey.
Even before his World Championship win Rui Costa was one of the hottest names in the World Tour. (pezcyclingnews.com)





Photo: Former world champion Thor Hushovd is entering his 15th season as a professional. Photo: BrakeThrough Media | VeloNews.com.
As he nears the end of a sterling career, it would be easy for Thor Hushovd (BMC Racing) to quietly fade away and rest on the expansive resume he’s compiled over 14 seasons as a professional. (velonews.com)





Photo: Hear me roar: Peter Sagan claimed his third stage win in six attempts Photo: GETTY IMAGES.
Slovakian will lead Cannondale team, King, Ratto, Caruso and Marcato also part of lineup. (velonation.com)





Photo: Samuel Sanchez (Euskaltel). © Fotoreporter Sirotti
2008 Olympic champion still gunning for a team. (cyclingnews.com)





Photo: Festivities took place in Koblenz, home of the their bike manufacturer Canyon.
The Russian-registered Katusha squad proudly celebrated five years in the peloton during a day of celebrations in Germany yesterday. (cyclingweekly.co.uk)





Photo: The Cofidis team for 2014. © AFP
French puncheur among the favorites for Sunday's GP Marseillaise. (cyclingnews.com)





Photo: Outstandingly characterful, endlessly enthusiastic frame dressed in decent kit for the money.
BikeRadar verdict: 4.5 out of 5 stars. "Addictively lively and responsive all-rounder." (bikeradar.com)





Photo: The monocoque Mamba frame is made from high-modulus carbon fiber, and it retains much of Ceepo’s design DNA.
Ceepo’s designs have long been a standout in the tri community, and now the brand is venturing into the world of road bikes. It’s UCI-compliant to boot. (roadbikeaction.com)



















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