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 CyclingNews:
While Andy Schleck’s RadioShack-Leopard team has played down his
chances of mounting a serious overall challenge at the Tour de France,
the Luxembourger has said that he is hoping to spring a surprise or two
in July.
 VeloNews:
It seemed too simple from the outside. Target a bike race with a gifted
general classification rider — Chris Froome or Richie Porte, in the
case of this spring — go to that bike race, and win. Bang, bang.
 CyclingNews:
Alberto Contador riding his first Tour de France since 2011
says he doesn't buy in to the theory that Sky's dominance over the
100th edition of the Grande Boucle is assured.
Races
& Results.
Giro d'Italia - May 4-26 (Stages & Results), Tour de France - June 29-July 21 (Stages), Vuelta a España - Aug 24-Sept 15 (Stages),  VeloNews:
“It just didn’t sit well with me, having to tell young children that
women aren’t allowed in the race,” Wangsgard said. “It’s great that 150
of the best pro men come through town, but it simultaneously sends the
message that women are not allowed to do this event.”
 PEZ:
With a show of perfect tactics from the Rapha Condor-JLT team; young
gun Mike Cuming won the Tour of Korea earlier in June.
 RCUK:
Australian Tour de France veteran Stuart O’Grady will be
Orica-GreenEDGE’s road captain as he equals George Hincapie’s record
for starting cycling’s greatest road race.
 RCUK:
Stephen Roche believes Alberto Contador will be close to his best at
the Tour de France and has warned Chris Froome not to underestimate the
two-time champion in his bid to win the Tour de France.
 PodiumCafe:
Watching the Tour de France is a lot more fun if you know a little
French.
 PodiumCafe:
On Sunday, the biggest women's stage race of the year starts - the Giro
Rosa!
 BikeRumor:
In addition to the black 2.0 that was recently launched, the 2.0 is
also available in blue, white, and Hi-viz yellow.
 CyclingTips:
Kirill ‘The Killer’ Pozdnyakov launched his winning attack just two
kilometres from the finish line to claim victory in the 188km first
stage.
 road.cc:
Stiff, light and comfortable shoes, but for the price it would be nice
to be able to mould them.
 VeloNews:
The spat comes as the group requested detailed performance numbers from
Froome, such as power numbers, heart rate, and VO2 max, data that
riders and teams typically are loath to release into the public domain.
 CyclingWeekly:
As the Tour de France prepares for its 100th edition, it continues to
innovate and break new ground.
 VeloNews:
Alberto Contador (Saxo-Tinkoff) returns to the Tour de France for the
first time since his backdated clenbuterol ban with all intentions of
reclaiming what he sees as his crown.
CyclingNews:
Damiano Cunego will lead Lampre-Merida at the Tour de France.
 road.cc:
Some kit sponsors are going to be busy this week running up new jerseys
ahead of the Tour de France.
Rules
of the
Road
Bicycle Tutor The Bicycle Safety Guide Kid's Bicycle Safety Guide On The Road, Bicycle Safety What drivers can do to be more cyclist aware Guide to Bicycle Safety Share the Road Beginners' cycling questions answered Bicycling Beginners' Guide Pre-Ride Safety Check Bicycle Insurance Lexicon of cycling terms How To Be A Good New Rider ‘How to pee’ - for women Video: Performance Video: Get Dirty Video Downloads, races and documentaries  |  VeloNation:
UCI presidential candidate claims he represents credibility, trust and
change.
 CyclingNews:
The company stated that it "plans to conserve a large part of the
existing roster" and to keep general manager Luca Guercilena. The
current structure will remain in place through the end of the season.
 road.cc:
"Chris Froome will win," says Mr Shut Up Legs.
 CyclingNews:
Christophe Bassons has dismissed Laurent Jalabert’s tentative defense
against allegations that he tested positive for EPO during the 1998
Tour de France and said that he could not have been injected with the
substance without his knowledge.
 PodiumCafe:
It may not be interesting, but it will definitely be Awesome.
 VeloNews:
American team Garmin-Sharp will ride into the Tour de France on
Saturday without a clear leader but with one of the deepest rosters in
the race’s 100th edition.
 InnerRing:
The Tour de France mountains jersey should be one of the most
prestigious prizes in the sport. The mountains often define the race
and offer spectacular drama.
 PodiumCafe:
In a few days time the biggest show in the sport will commence as 198
riders will vie for the first maillot jaune of this year's Tour de
France.
 PEZ:
"Fittingly Alpe d’Huez gets two mentions but some other
favorite stages may be a surprise."
 InnerRing:
If you want a simple and accessible online Tour de France guide, here
it is.
 BicycleRetailer:
The glasses include a display and a processor, camera and GPS and other
sensors and a touch sensor. It has wifi and can receive data via ANT+
and Bluetooth.
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4 out of 5 stars. "Delivers long-term comfort in the aero
position, but longer rails would be appreciated."
 StickyBottle:
The only Irishman to win the Tour de France, Stephen Roche believes Dan
Martin can win several stages in the 2013 edition which starts and
Saturday and said his nephew could even win outright if he got a lucky
break with the right escape.
 Neil
Browne: This time of year means two things: Doping accusations and Tour
de France predictions.
CyclingNews:
Michael Rasmussen has lost his appeal against Rabobank for wrongful
dismissal during the 2007 Tour de France.
CyclingNews:
Tuesday's edition of L'Equipe gave more details on the retroactive
detection of EPO in the samples of Laurent Jalabert during the 1998
Tour de France.
InnerRing:
Like many a scandal it’s not the evil deed but the cover-up that causes
controversy. A pro cyclist from late 1990s using EPO? Big deal. But a
contemporary media figure stuck in a tangled web of half-truths and
denials? Awkward.
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 StickyBottle:
The agency appears to carry out very few tests in many sports where the
performance gain drugs could give and the financial rewards on offer
must give rise to serious temptation.
 CyclingNews:
Recognized as a clean rider over his 16-year career, retired Frenchman
David Moncoutié claims that almost every winner of the Tour de France
during the 90s was probably using performance-enhancing drugs.
 CyclingNews:
Chris Froome has come a long way in just five years. In 2008 he
finished 84th in his debut Tour de France with Team Barloworld. Now he
is the favourite to win the 100th edition of cycling's biggest race.
 VeloNews:
Brent Bookwalter (BMC Racing) knows the next three weeks are going to
be pure hell, but he couldn’t be happier.
 CyclingWeekly:
This week, prior to the 100th edition starting Saturday in Corsica, the
wires have been full of announcements and allegations.
 CyclingTips: The
22 teams of the Tour de France and their key objectives.
 VeloNation:
Team says it will weigh up its future after missing out on wildcard
slot.
 CyclingWeekly:
"Cycling is a school of life. It's not simple, it's complicated."
 CyclingTips: The
Col de la Madone is one of the climbs that Lance Armstrong used to
frequent in his preparation for the Tour de France.
 Peloton:
The big news from Reynolds this past week is the revamping of
their performance line of Attack, Assault and Strike wheels.
 VeloNews:
Specialized has its own wind tunnel in one of its own buildings, and
Ridley is in the process of building one that is nearly in-house as
well.
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4 out of 5 stars. "A non-oversize setup that shows biggest
isn’t necessarily always the best."
 BikeRadar:
The Scott Addict-SL has a claimed weight of under 1kg for the frame and
fork, with complete bikes being specced with SRAM Red 22, Ritchey WCS
carbon parts and Syncros RL1.0 carbon wheels.
 CyclingNews:
UCI presidential campaign begins in earnest.
 BikeRumor:
Due to how small and compact the Ringtool is, there will certainly be
situations where it is difficult to use, but for the majority of trail
side adjustments like raising/lowering your seat, adjusting the bar,
etc. it looks more than adequate.
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