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Archive: March 2010
March 12, 2010


Meyer sported the standard Garmin-Transitions road kit during a
The Aussie neo-pro chasing rainbow to add to green and gold.

The 25-year-old Californian defies easy commodification
The 25-year-old Californian defies easy commodification.

Rory Sutherland on his way to a stage one win at the Tour of
UnitedHealthcare’s Rory Sutherland and Specialized Designs for Women’s Ruth Clemence win the opening time trial at the Tour de Murrieta in California.

Race day – 1998.
To understand something – almost anything – in Italian culture, is by no means a simple or straightforward affair.

Peter Sagan (Liquigas)
A bold attack, with 1.5 kilometers remaining, wins stage five.

Daniele Bennati
Liquigas sprinter Daniele Bennati confirmed his return to form today.

Earliest live video: 15:00 CET (6:00 AM PST)


Leigh Howard (Team HTC - Columbia) wins the sprint.
Meyer, Lampater, Howard lead Bendigo entry list, Phinney to defend world pursuit title in Copenhagen, Downpour cancels Bendigo Madison, criterium, Travis Smith leads Canadian sprint team to worlds, more...

Rushlee Buchanan to Represent New Zealand at UCI World Track Championships.

A participant in L'Eroica stops for a mid-ride snack
Brooks documentary following Tuscan ride.

Tom Boonen
Tom Boonen's 2010 thus far has been the opposite of 2009.

Cycling 2010: complete calendar for the year.
Bicycle Tutor
World Bicycle Relief
Race Across America 2010 - A Simple Dream.
Race Reports - Janel Holcomb (February 25, 2010).
DougReport - miscellaneous information.
Video: Performance - a theme song? 
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Tour de Murrieta
The 2010 Tour de Murrieta will be held Saturday and Sunday and will feature some of the most competitive race teams in California.

Bennati Takes Stage Three at Tirreno-Adriatico
Bennati Takes Stage Three at Tirreno-Adriatico, Contador Under Pressure, Colavita/Baci Women’s Team Announce Rosters for California Races, Bahati Foundation Launches OUCH Youth Track Program...

"Pippo knew the term 'metrosexual,' but for clarity: his sexual preference is only for women." - Andy Schleck  VeloNation

Peter Sagan
Former mountainbiker and cyclo-cross rider steals show at Paris-Nice.


Reynolds Cycling
Reynolds will provide road, time trial, and track wheels to USA Cycling's junior, women's and U23 programs.

Erik Zabel chats with Mark Cavendish on the road
Paris-Nice begins now, says Contador,Boonen hopes first Italian win is San Remo omen, Voeckler happy to get attention again, Petacchi accused of tax evasion, more...

Lawrence Dallaglio Cycle Slam 2010
Dallaglio Complets Cycling Slam, House and Bialoblocki headline at Roy Thame and Jock Wadley, first ever win...

San Diego is tops.
So that best weather? San Diego is tops. Allegedly.


Alessandro Petacchi (Lampre) looks a little worse for wear after his sixth successive win at GP degli Etruschi
Italian sprinter allegedly left extra income undeclared.

GARY FISHER CRONUS ULTIMATE
The Cronus steers beautifully, and the rear end follows the front wheel’s lead every step of the way....

A bin full of chainstays destined for Niner's Jet 9 bikes
Follow creation of the Jet 9 on Facebook.

2010 Could See Double-digit Growth.


The Colavita/Baci Women’s Cycling Team presented by Cooking Light opens training camp Friday in Borrego Springs, California, ahead of the team’s 2010 debut at the San Dimas Stage Race March 19-21.

Pepsi is the new presenting sponsor for one of the fastest growing road races in the U.S., the Tour of the Battenkill in Cambridge, New York. The soft drink company plans to provide riders and spectators at the April 18 pro race with a variety of its beverages, including Gatorade and Aquafina.

Estonian champion leads Cofidis at Paris-Nice.


PezCyclingNews.com
Speaking for myself, I ride steel.
"This week’s ride focuses on that age old question: What material to ride?"


Austin Horse
How come Mercedes-racing celebri-messenger Austin Horse got his stolen property back after "Tweeting" about it but ornery blogger Bike Snob NYC did not?

Alberto Contador
Disappointing turn at Paris-Nice for Jurgen Van den Broeck, Erik Zabel says we shouldn’t write off Mark Cavendish just yet, snow re-routes Tirreno-Adriatico and more…

Floyd Landis
The past several years have been a roller coaster ride for American Floyd Landis, full of the sort of drama that could rival any daytime television writer.

The Flak Jackets
The Flak Jackets feature interchangeable lenses and Oakley’s High Definition Optics.

Gunn-Rita Dahle Flesjaa trains on Majorca
Press camp and lots of miles prepare Dahle Flesjaa for 2010 racing.

Christine Vardaros
From Morgan Stanley to Cyclo-Cross.

Alejandro Valverde (Caisse d'Epargne)
Sanchez and Valverde not yet beaten by Contador.

Andreas Kugler (Merida) on the way to a win
Craig optimistic for second half of season following knee injury, US 24-hour National Championships at Big Bear cancelled, Giant Factory Off-Road Racing Team presented in California, more...

Corsair Bikes have new owners as Mike Flaherty and Froggy Khu of Atomlab, along with Pablo Tafoya—the designer of Corsair frames—have purchased the company from original founder and industry veteran Doug Stuart.

Christophe Le Mevel (Française Des Jeux)
French Tour GC hopeful happy with his Paris-Nice.

21 riders headed to Guatemala.

Omega Pharma-Lotto rider Leif Hoste abandoned stage 3 of Tirreno-Adriatico after just 20 kilometers.

Frenchman animates Paris-Nice as temps rise.


2010 UCI Road Calendar: ProTour Schedule.
Men's Pro Cycling on Twitter.
Bike trade tweeps - who uses Twitter.
Condron.us - interesting way to find blogs.
Classified - bikes and accessories for sale.
Archive - looking? it may be in the archive.
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March 11, 2010
Earliest live video: 15:00 CET (6:00 AM PST)


Omloop victor Emma Johansson (RedSun Cycling)
After last month’s European season opener at Omloop Het Nieuwsblad, racing has continued in Belgium; Omloop victor Emma Johansson (RedSun Cycling) has hung on to her winning form to take both races.


Google Street View image showing the Burke-Gilman Trail cycle path which passes Google's Seattle offices
Interview with spokeswoman Elaine Filadelfo/

Alberto Contador's trademark 'pistolero' salute
Alberto Contador's trademark 'pistolero' salute.



Peterson replaces previous board president Mark Abramson.
Peterson replaces previous board president Mark Abramson.


Tom Boonen (Quick Step)
After being foiled by a break on Tirreno-Adriatico's opening day, the sprinters had their day in Montecatini Terme.


Tyler Farrar, Tirreno-Adriatico 2010, stage one
Garmin sprinter isn't ruling out the Manx missile just yet.


A picture taken with a speed filter effect shows Danish Saxo Bank cycling team, Germany's Jens Voigt, competes on March 7, 2010 around Montfort-l'Amaury, western Paris, during the 8-km time-trial prologue of the 68th edition of the Paris-Nice cycling race.
"Now, to continue the adage, all the race needs is 'something borrowed, something blue'."

Thursday's Paris-Nice live coverage on Eurosport, and  Sporza,  is scheduled to begin at 14:45 CET (8:45am U.S. Eastern).

Thursday's Tirreno-Adriatico Stage 2 live coverage on Eurosport 2 is scheduled to begin at 15:00 CET (9:00am U.S. Eastern) and on Universal Sports it is scheduled to begin at 9:30am U.S. Eastern.

Thomas Voeckler (Bbox Bouygues Telecom)
Frenchman pleased with stage four performance at Paris-Nice.



Cop this: Boonen lets fly on the podium
Belgian champion reflects on victory.

Cycling 2010: complete calendar for the year.
Bicycle Tutor
World Bicycle Relief
Race Across America 2010 - A Simple Dream.
Race Reports - Janel Holcomb (February 25, 2010).
DougReport - miscellaneous information.
Video: Performance - a theme song? 
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Giant's highest-end 29er at the moment is the mid-range XtC 29er 1 but that's set to change at Sea Otter with the expected introduction of at least one new premium model.
Sea Otter Classic will see new hardtail launch.

A lone rider heads up a gradual ascent.
Alison Powers is likely the most recognizable American name on Team VBF.

FRANCE PARIS NICE CYCLING
Team Type 1 going for crit wins in 2010, Voigt wants gray jersey, Linus Gerdemann enjoying early season results and more….


Andy Schleck
Luxembourger Andy Schleck had made a blog post this week that referred to Team Katusha's Filippo Pozzato as a "metrosexual", which initially, the Italian champion didn't find terribly amusing.

Matt Peterson memorial ride, Kidical Mass at Bike Expo, Jobst Brandt, Marla Streb & more.

The Szczepaniak brothers show their medals
Polish top two in Under-23 race provisionally suspended.


Stannard leads that peloton while riding for the ISD team in 2009
Ian Stannard has come a long way since sitting at his home in Essex watching Johan Museeuw win Paris-Roubaix...

"Pippo knew the term 'metrosexual,' but for clarity: his sexual preference is only for women." - Andy Schleck  VeloNation

Gabriele Bosisio (LPR Brakes-Farnese Vini) tested positive for EPO
Former LPR Brakes rider to front TNA hearing in April.

Mike Broderick and Mary McConneloug won this competitive (mixed) division
McConneloug and Broderick safe following Chilean earthquake, NorCal High School League to kick off 10th year, Armstrong's coach Carmichael takes on La Ruta de Los Conquistadores, more...

US short track national champion Adam Craig (Rabobank - Giant)
Rehab in progress for American cross country racer.


PezCyclingNews.com

The honeymoon is over
"What we called a “honeymoon,” many people would have called an intense five-day training camp."


(My cockpit rehabilitated, by CommieCanuck)
"My cockpit rehabilitated, by CommieCanuck."





Pro Performance, Cycle Sport April 2010 issue
Nicknamed "The Perfect Athlete" in HTC-Columbia, four-times Italian time trial champ Marco Pinotti is renowned for his thoughtful and ethical approach to his job.

The Tour de New York,  not “Le Tour de Nouveau York”.

Mafia Racing
Grassroots sponsorship fundamental to the brand.

Heinrich Haussler (Cervélo TestTeam)
Cervélo keeps Milan-Sanremo in mind.

Cannondale onBIKE
Limited edition asymmetric urban bad boy.

Peter Sagan (Liquigas-Doimo) on the podium after collecting a Paris-Nice stage win
Sagan impressive in Paris-Nice debut, Hincapie beats a blizzard to ride Tirreno-Adriatico, Roche banging on the door in Paris-Nice, Boom regrets loss of yellow jersey at Paris-Nice, Paris-Nice peloton prepare for battle in Mende, Reus diagnosed with mononucleosis, more...

Floyd Landis
In a fortunate turn of events for Landis, the deposed Tour de France star will have a chance to ply his trade for another season in the pro ranks thanks to a lifeline from the Bahati Foundation team.

Coryn Rivera (Peanut Butter & Co. TWENTY12)
17-year-old Coryn Rivera balances elite racing and life as a teen.

The 24 Hours of Moab venue
Granny Gear puts 24 hours of Nine Mile and Big Bear on hiatus for 2010.




2010 UCI Road Calendar: ProTour Schedule.
Men's Pro Cycling on Twitter.
Bike trade tweeps - who uses Twitter.
Condron.us - interesting way to find blogs.
Classified - bikes and accessories for sale.
Archive - looking? it may be in the archive.
Health and Fitness - also training information.
Tips and Safety - what to watch out for.

March 10, 2010
Thursday's Paris-Nice live coverage on Eurosport, and  Sporza,  is scheduled to begin at 14:45 CET (8:45am U.S. Eastern).

Thursday's Tirreno-Adriatico Stage 2 live coverage on Eurosport 2 is scheduled to begin at 15:00 CET (9:00am U.S. Eastern) and on Universal Sports it is scheduled to begin at 9:30am U.S. Eastern.


Andy Schleck (Saxo Bank) at the start of Tirreno-Adriatico
A knee injury behind him, Andy details his return to the peloton.

Gilbert is targeting Gent-Wevelgem and Flanders
Gerdemann Steals Tirreno-Adriatico Opener, Giunti Tests Positive, Gilbert Chooses Gent-Wevelgem, Cofidis Gets Scheldeprijs Invite, Google Adds Biking Directions...

Peter Sagan (Liquigas) took victory in stage three of Paris-Nice
Snow in Saint-Junien caused organisers to change the start. They moved it 53km to St. Yriex, cutting out the first two category three climbs of the day. Fortunately, the sun came out along the way.

Linus Gerdemann (Milram) takes the win on the first stage of Tirreno-Adriatico
With much of the Mediterranean coast socked in by a rare March blizzard, the riders were lucky that the first stage of Tirreno-Adriatico even got underway.

Voigt on a chilly Paris-Nice morning ... before getting a new jersey in Aurillac. | Andrew Hood photo
Changes in the 2010 racing calendar mean that Jens Voigt will not have a chance to make history at Critérium International title later this month.

jens snowman
Can a Wisconsin engineer save Paris-Nice?

Australia track champion, Ben Kersten (Fly V Australia) is making the transition to criterium and road racing this year.
Australia track champion, Ben Kersten (Fly V Australia) is making the transition to criterium and road racing this year.Photo: © Jason McDonald.

Paris-Nice live coverage on Eurosport and on Sporza at 15:15 CET (9:15am U.S. Eastern).

Live coverage on Universal Sports and Eurosport 2: 15:00 CET (9:30am U.S. Eastern).

gert steegmans
RadioShack sprinter Gert Steegmans has been operated on for the broken collarbone he sustained in the Paris-Nice prologue.

The organiser of Paris-Nice has shortened today's stage three due to an overnight snowfall.

usa-crits-logo
First off, the USA CRITS final, which has taken place in Las Vegas in conjunction with Interbike the last several years is no longer on the schedule. The TX TOUGH GRAND PRIX III will now serve as the Men’s Finals.

Ridley's 2011 X-Night comes with the option of Stybar's world championship paint job
Highlights include Stybar replica and new X-Ride models.

When Michael Ball says he can't take you at your word, can anyone?
When Michael Ball says he can't take you at your word, can anyone?


Cycling 2010: complete calendar for the year.
Bicycle Tutor
World Bicycle Relief
Race Across America 2010 - A Simple Dream.
Race Reports - Janel Holcomb (February 25, 2010).
DougReport - miscellaneous information.
Video: Performance - a theme song? 
Back to the top

The New, Improved PowerTap
The New, Improved PowerTap.

Team Type 1's Money Team: Aldo Ino Ilesic, Ken Hanson, Martijn Verschoor, Joe Eldridge (L-R). Photo: Brian Holcombe
Team Type 1’s criterium squad - nicknamed the Money Team - were just under the radar in 2009, but scored podiums in almost every crit in the second half of the year. This year they are aiming higher.

Androni Giocattoli rider Massimo Giunti
“It’s a bitter blow and I’m shocked but it’s strange too,” said team manager Gianni Savio.”


Massimo Giunti (Androni-Giocattoli)
Italian targeted under biological passport program.

Robert Gesink (Rabobank)
Rabobank rider arrives for Tirreno-Adriatico after ten-hour journey.

The drivetrain consists of Shimano 105 components
Schwinn completes the Le Tour Super with their own in-house handlebar, stem, carbon seatpost and saddle.

The start of the 2005 Cap Tech classic
Richmond Twilight postponed until 2011, Tirreno-Adriatico set to start in near-arctic conditions, Cavendish on the way back to form, Contador passes first test after Paris-Nice crash, more...

BikeThereTest
This week’s League of American Bicyclists National Bike Summit was the forum for Google to announce what all bike riders have been waiting for – Grab Your Bike and Go with Google Maps.

Fabian Cancellara
Fabian Cancellara's 2009 spring classics campaign didn't go quite to plan for the world renowned time trialist.

Ukrainian's second chance pays off with mountains jersey.

"I am passionate and competitive. I am not going to let Pat McQuaid of the UCI determine who I am as a person." - Michael Ball  VeloNation


PezCyclingNews.com



Top sprinters head to Tirreno-Adriatico to unseat sprinting’s reigning king.

Jens Voight (Saxo Bank)
35000 cyclists ride with Lance Armstrong, no pressure for Cavendish at Tirreno-Adriatico, Jens Keukeleire impresses Cofidis management and more.

Tyler Farrar (Garmin - Transitions)
Paris-Nice stage shortened due to snow, HTC-Columbia frustrated at Paris-Nice, Gesink nearly stranded in Spanish snow, Giunti tests positive for EPO, suspended, Pepsi sponsorship saves Tour of Battenkill, Voigt hopes for Paris-Nice victory, will not race Criterium International, Farrar angry with Ginanni after Tirreno-Adriatico sprint, more...

Swedish cycling champion Emilia Fahlin
Swedish cycling champion Emilia Fahlin was forced to watch from the sidelines on Saturday and Sunday.

André Greipel (Team HTC - Columbia) was a pre-race favourite
Greipel and Martin rue crashes, missed chances.

Laurent Fignon
Affected by cancer and weakened due to chemotherapy, double Tour de France victory Laurent Fignon has had to put his TV commentary duties on hold, missing out on Paris-Nice.

drilling it for internal cables
Your frame might not fail after drilling it for internal cables, but if it does, you run the risk of serious injury....

US champion George Hincapie (BMC Racing) rides along side Andy Schleck (Saxo Bank) during the opening stage of Tirreno - Adriatico.
US national champion just made it to the start in Italy.

The deadline to file all necessary paperwork to USA Cycling is Friday, March 11.
All potential UCI registered track teams must submit all paperwork to USA Cycling by March 11.

With some quick work by Dieter Drake the race has been saved.

Consumers interested in trying Campagnolo's latest products first-hand can now do so.
Try out 11-speed groups and 2-Way Fit wheels.

João Correia has perhaps the most unlikely story in pro cycling.
Joao describes what it's like to help his Cervelo teammates win races.

Slovak youngster wins stage, but vows service to leader Kreuziger.



2010 UCI Road Calendar: ProTour Schedule.
Men's Pro Cycling on Twitter.
Bike trade tweeps - who uses Twitter.
Condron.us - interesting way to find blogs.
Classified - bikes and accessories for sale.
Archive - looking? it may be in the archive.
Health and Fitness - also training information.
Tips and Safety - what to watch out for.

March 9,2010
Paris-Nice live coverage on Eurosport and on Sporza at 15:15 CET (9:15am U.S. Eastern).

Live coverage on Universal Sports and Eurosport 2: 15:00 CET (9:00am U.S. Eastern).

Tirreno-Adriatico
Tirreno-Adriatico starts Wednesday. Il via mercoledì!

Snow accumulated on the road sides in the Tour Mediterranean
Tuscany more like Belgium for opening stages.

William Bonnet (Bbox Bouyges Telecom)
Today’s stage of the 2010 Paris-Nice rolled out from the town of Contres heading for Limoges, 201 km down the road.


Stage 2: Earliest live video - 15:15 CET (6:15 AM PST).


Lance Armstrong signs on and on for his fans.
Lance Armstrong did a three-hour ride in Cape town, South Africa today.

Anuar Manan
Former Australian professional Will Walker is acting as directeur sportif and coach to some of Malaysia’s up and coming riders this year, and believes that some of the current crop deserve places on European teams.

Leif Hoste (Omega Pharma Lotto)
Omega Pharma-Lotto rider punished after 2008 incident.


UCI Track World Championships - Day Two
USA Cycling announced today the eight-person U.S. roster for the upcoming UCI Track World Championships in Copenhagen, Denmark, March 24-28.

Elite men's podium (L-R): Adrian Hegyvary (Hagens-berman Llp Cycling, 2nd), Eric Barlevav (Mountain Khakis, 1st), Gavi Epstein (Champion System Racing,3rd)
Nine races for 2010 series announced.

SmileyMiley
Miley Cyrus suddenly a cycling celebrity!

Alberto Contador (Astana) at the start
Spaniard assured of continuing in the race.


Cycling 2010: complete calendar for the year.
Bicycle Tutor
World Bicycle Relief
Race Across America 2010 - A Simple Dream.
Race Reports - Janel Holcomb (February 25, 2010).
DougReport - miscellaneous information.
Video: Performance - a theme song? 
Back to the top
Floyd Landis (OUCH) pushes the pace up the steep grade.
Landis will ride for the team led by former U.S. professional criterium champion Rashaan Bahati.

Spain is to reform its anti-doping legislation to improve the co-operation between the courts and sports disciplinary bodies.

There are 8 sectors of dirty roads for more than 60 km. The last three are quite short, and the first five are about 10 km each.
"There are 8 sectors of dirty roads for more than 60 km. The last three are quite short, and the first five are about 10 km each."



Denis Menchov
Following safety concerns during last year's race, the Professional Cyclists' Association's (CPA) interim President Paulo Couto has met with the organizers of the Giro d'Italia on behalf of the riders.


Alessandro Ballan (BMC) leads the breakaway
BMC signal agressive strategy in Italian stage race.

Reynolds Cycling has added a direct purchase option to consumers on its Web site, but the company's CEO says the move should not take sales away from its retailers.

Patrik Sinkewitz grabs a drink as the pace intensifies.
German makes unspecified payment.

Alex Howes soloed to victory in a stage of the 2009 Tour of Utah.
Race chief Weiss aims for future UCI status.

Kristian House (Rapha-Condor-Sharp)
Kristian House (Rapha-Condor-Sharp) earned the British National Champion’s jersey last year by combining determination, tactical astuteness, and track-honed finishing speed to make the decisive breakaway, then win a three-up sprint from Peter Kennaugh and Daniel Lloyd on a challenging course in Wales.

Armstrong on retirement, Contador and "the look", Hoste gets suspended sentence for assault, Martin satisfied with improvement in Paris-Nice, more...

Tyler Hamilton
"While not a tragedy, the disintegration of the dream of Rock Racing is nonetheless a bitter, disappointing moment."

"I am passionate and competitive. I am not going to let Pat McQuaid of the UCI determine who I am as a person." - Michael Ball  VeloNation

Mark Cavendish (HTC-Columbia) will race Tirreno-Adriatico as he builds his form ahead of his Milan-Sanremo defence
Sanremo winner hopes to improve at Tirreno-Adriatico.
PezCyclingNews.com
Floyd Landis joins Rahsaan Bahati after a lackluster stint with OUCH-Maxxis
Landis Joins Bahati Foundation, Sanchez Sprints to Green, Rosseler Ready to Think About Himself, Cavendish and Rogers lead HTC-Columbia in Italy, Milram Backs Gerdemann at Tirreno-Adriatico...




stanford university
"If you will forgive my black and white comparison, there exists two categories of people - the purists and the pragmatists."

René Haselbacher
René Haselbacher won the sprint out of a 20-man group in the first stage of the Giro del Capo, held in Wellington over a distance of 106 kilometers.

Zack Bodhane (CSU), Daniel Henning (USAFA), and John Demos (CU) race for the line in the Men’s C crit.
Zack Bodhane (CSU), Daniel Henning (USAFA), and John Demos (CU) race for the line in the Men’s C crit.

Cycling has always been my ticket to freedom.
Selene speaks at a local elementary school's career day.

New Evils galore at Fluidride in Seattle
See Evil, Hear Evil, Speak Evil.

Bike stand
Mayor of London Boris Johnson said his Cycle Safety Action Plan would investigate the main factors in bicycle accidents and find ways to reduce them.

Jonny Bellis
Isle of Man rider Jonny Bellis out of hospital after scooter crash in Italy and bout of peritonitis.

This hub kit from Paul Component Engineering allows users to pick the correct OLD spacing for any application.
Parts and accessories catering to the handbuilt crowd.

Pistachios are stacked with PROTEIN.

Boom shows his class in the crosswinds, Australian killed in crash during training, Petacchi injured in run-in with planter, more...

Robin Morton's story holds a lesson for any entrepreneur: First impressions can bear rich fruit even decades later.
Robin Morton's story holds a lesson for any entrepreneur: First impressions can bear rich fruit even decades later.


Grega Bole (Lampre) goes head to head with Greg Henderson (Sky)
Slovenian withdraws after crashing in France.




2010 UCI Road Calendar: ProTour Schedule.
Men's Pro Cycling on Twitter.
Bike trade tweeps - who uses Twitter.
Condron.us - interesting way to find blogs.
Classified - bikes and accessories for sale.
Archive - looking? it may be in the archive.
Health and Fitness - also training information.
Tips and Safety - what to watch out for.

March 8, 2010
Stage 2: Earliest live video - 15:15 CET (6:15:00 AM PST).

Video: 148 km, Livorno to Rosignano Solvay, Watch LIVE online at 9 a.m. ET Wednesday.

Finish of the B race. Photo: Brent Doscher, Brent Doscher Photography www.brentdoscher.com
The Eastern conference kicks off with a three-event weekend at Rutgers.

"I am passionate and competitive. I am not going to let Pat McQuaid of the UCI determine who I am as a person." - Michael Ball  VeloNation

Only two major races are on the European calendar this week, but they’re both doozies.
France’s Paris-Nice and Italy’s Terreno-Adriatico dominate this week’s Euro’ action.

On GC, no real change, despite a lot of action.
Sprint at the end of a crash-filled stage 1. Among the crash victims: Leipheimer, Horner and Contador.


Lance Armstrong is playing down his chances in this year's Tour de France
American believes he has little chance of beating Contador.

Earliest live video: 15:00 CET (6:00 AM PST).
Approximate finish: 16:45 CET (7:45 AM PST).

Ben Jacques-Maynes cruises in for victory
Ben Jacques-Maynes (Bissell) wins the Merced Foothills Road Race.

Sinead Miller of Marian University swept the women’s A field races in the Midwest Conference race at Lindsey Wilson College in Columbia, Kentucky, over the weekend. Will Nowak of Northwestern, Kip Spaude of Lindsey Wilson College, and Rob Bush of Marian University split the wins in the men’s A races throughout the weekend.

Alejandro Valverde
Alejandro Valverde is regarded by many as one of the big favourites for Paris-Nice, particularly after his Tour of the Mediterranean victory, but yesterday’s prologue in Paris-Nice did not go to plan.

Michael Rogers (HTC - Columbia) powers away on Tuscan dirt roads.
HTC tune up for Italian Classic as Rogers builds on strong start.

Lance Armstrong
Following his first European race at the Vuelta a Murcia, seven-time Tour de France winner has been re-evaluating his season’s progress.

Is Mads Di Luca's Get Out Of Jail Card?
Danilo di Luca has been shockingly silent of late.

Lars Boom (Rabobank) on the winner's podium
Paris-Nice leader on the podium.

Starting on Wednesday, this year’s Tirreno-Adriatico – the Race of the Two Seas – looks set to be a battle royal between two of he sport’s fastest men...

Team Sky rider happy with early-season form.


Cycling 2010: complete calendar for the year.
Bicycle Tutor
World Bicycle Relief
Race Across America 2010 - A Simple Dream.
Race Reports - Janel Holcomb (February 25, 2010).
DougReport - miscellaneous information.
Video: Performance - a theme song? 
Back to the top
The pro with the most wins was German champion, and HTC-Columbia star Ina-Yoko Teutenberg.
The pro with the most wins was German champion, and HTC-Columbia star Ina-Yoko Teutenberg. She won an astounding 24 races in 2009.

Alessandro Colnago, Rob Klingensmith and Paolo Bettini at the start of the very wet Colnago Gran Fondo San Diego
Paolo Bettini joins 3000 riders in braving the elements.

Alberto Contador
Today's stage in Paris-Nice ended badly for 2008 winner Alberto Contador.


Spain Vuelta Murcia Cycling
Lance Armstrong may put more on his calendar to prep for Tour, Sinkewitz settles with former sponsor, long term study shows steroids pose significant risk, and more…


UnitedHealthcare team members at a recent training camp
Armstrong Downplays Tour de France Chances, Update on Steegmans, Lapebie Passes, UnitedHealthcare Dials in Teamwork at MERCO, Team TIBCO Starts Strong, 2010 Tour of Utah Announces Stages and Sponsors...

After a full month without any collegiate races, approximately 120 riders from the Western Collegiate Cycling Conference eagerly saddled up for UC Santa Barbara’s race weekend, which featured a criterium, team time trial and road race.

Alessandro Petacchi
Alessandro Petacchi needed five stitches to a wound on his chin and suffered bruises to his right shin and ankle after a crash in training.

RadioShack's Steegmans
The Belgian crashed spectacularly on a downhill section just 4 kilometers into the 8 kilometer course when a strong gust of wind threw the rider head over heels at 70 kilometers per hour.

Nibali, Bennati and Pellizotti to lead Liquigas
The lime green-clad riders of Liquigas-Doimo will head to Tirreno-Adriatico aiming for a three-pronged attack on the race.

Lance Armstrong (RadioShack) time trials to an 8th place finish.
RadioShack prepare to tweak pre-Tour calendar after Murcia performance.

Fly V Australia team
We got a chance to hang out at the Fly V Australia team camp this week and check out their new team and new machinery....

David Millar (Garmin-Transitions) rolls down the start
Garmin rider pleased with return to form in tricky Paris-Nice prologue.

Tough route for Giro Donne, Boom surprises himself with Paris-Nice prologue win, Double Olympic champion Lapebie dies aged 93, more...

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Michael Ball - Rock Racing
We left off on our interview with Rock Racing’s Michael Ball two days ago where he discussed his recent difficulty obtaining a UCI license, the situation with American Floyd Landis and how, at least for the 2010 season, he plans to have the strongest amateur team on the planet.



How does one cope when the primary tool for positional changes is a hacksaw?
"How does one cope when the primary tool for positional changes is a hacksaw?"



The Tour of Utah announces a new title sponsor and a tough lineup of stages, including a team time trial.

French cyclist Guy Lapebie, a double Olympic champion from the 1936 Berlin Olympics, died on Monday at theage of 93, his family confirmed.

Boom in yellow
Dutchman faced nail-biting wait to see if his lead would hold.

ENERVITENE SPORT GEL
The Enervit gels are intended to be used before and during activity and are available in cola, lemon and orange flavors.

The competition winners line up for photos : Mara Abbott (Team Columbia) (mountains), Claudia Hausler (Cervelo Test Team) (overall) and Lizzie Armitstead (Lotto Belisol) (young rider)
Organisers reveal high-altitude racing for wome's Giro.

Dromarti brought what I think were the single most popular items at the show.
"It's as if Buffalo Bill (from the Hannibal Lecter film, not from the western frontier) made these from flesh that was a bit more "special" and hard to come by..."

Swoopy lines and a retro profile mark this Black Sheep titanium bike
More handbuilt bike bling on display in Virginia.

Lance blue.
Lance is feeling blue.

Brice Feillu looking chippper before the start.
Dutch squads attack at Paris-Nice as fight for Tour wild cards heats up.

Cyclists ride through the Golan Heights (Photo: Avihu Shapira)
Cyclists ride through the Golan Heights (Photo: Avihu Shapira).

Will Robinson at the 2005 Tour of Tasmania.
21-year-old Tasmanian dies after collision with bus.











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March 7, 2010
Earliest live video: 15:00 CET (6:00 AM PST).
Approximate finish: 16:45 CET (7:45 AM PST).



Glenn O'Shea and Leigh Howard
Weather system forces first cancellation in 39-year history.

Lars Boom (Rabobank) en route to victory in the Paris-Nice prologue.
Lars Boom (Rabobank) en route in the Paris-Nice prologue.

European Champion Kris Boeckmans
European Champion Kris Boeckmans (Topsport Vlaanderen) took the sprint in a wild final stage of the three days of West Vlaanderen. He beat Yohann Gene...

Mark Cavendish and Erik Zabel, Mallorca 2010
Mark Cavendish preparing to defend his 2009 win at Milan-San Remo.

This year's edition once again features a lot of big names
Prologue starts at:  13:40 CET (7:40am U.S. Eastern).
Live coverage on RTBF: 15:30 CET (9:30am U.S. Eastern).
Live coverage on Eurosport: 15:50 CET (9:50am U.S. Eastern).


Bahati Foundation celebrate on the podium
Bahati Foundation Pro Cycling and HTC-Columbia crush the Merco Credit Union Cycling Classic Downtown GP.


Frantisek Rabon (HTC - Columbia) takes over the race lead entering Sunday's final stage.
Theo Bos wins final sprint stage.

Fly-V Australia’s Ben Kersten sprints to victory in the OCBC Cycle Singapore criterium.

Kelly Benefit Strategies pulls out all the stops to put David Veilleux into the final leader’s jersey, but the South African EMG team had other plans.

Neo-pro Peter Kennaugh is wrapped up against the cold.
Team Sky neo-pro crashed out during Strade Bianche.

Trek bicycles take on Trek winery.
Case dismissed due to lack of jurisdiction.



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Radioshack team rider Lance Armstrong (left) of the U.S. warms up beside team mates before starting the individual time trial in the fourth stage of the Tour of Murcia cycling race at Alhama de Murcia, eastern Spain, March 6, 2010.
Lance Armstrong says he hopes to meet with Nelson Mandela during a visit to South Africa next week.

A Fly V rider in full flight at the 2009 Tour of California
Rujano Captures Langkawi, Rabon Wraps Up Murcia, Fly V Australia Launched in Beverly Hills, Race In The Tour TransAlp With SIGMA SPORT...

"Worried would be too strong of a word. I'm aware of (my performance), but not too stressed." - Lance Armstrong  BikingBis


Gert Steegmans
Today's opening prologue in Paris-Nice ended badly for RadioShack sprinter Gert Steegmans, with the Belgian crashing on a downhill just 4 kilometers of the 8 kilometer course.

Eneloop bike
Sanyo's Eneloop bike features a long-range rechargeable battery, but also encourages the rider to keep fit.

Seattle Bike Expo
Fresh off record turnouts for the big Seattle Bike Swap and even bigger Chilly Hilly, Cascade Bicycle Club hopes the third event of its season-opening trifecta — the Seattle Bike Expo — will blow off the doors next weekend at a new Magnolia location.

Luis León Sánchez (Caisse d'Epargne) leads Alberto Contador (Astana) on the day at the 2009 Paris-Nice where he snatched the lead from the two-time Tour de France winner
Astana rider gets new Specialized TT bike.


Erik Slack of Boise is headed to France for a summer of racing
Erik Slack of Boise is headed to France for a summer of racing and - he hopes - a professional contract.

Deputy Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin and overall winner of the Le Tour de Langkawi Jose Rujano Guillen.
Deputy Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin and overall winner of the Le Tour de Langkawi Jose Rujano Guillen.

Greg Henderson
After showing fine form in his first few races in Europe, Kiwi Greg Henderson is disappointed to be heading into Paris-Nice still suffering from a stomach bug.

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Jobst Brandt
Jobst Brandt during his traditional tour of the Alps in 2008.


RadioShack team leader Lance Armstrong
RadioShack team leader Lance Armstrong finished his first European race of the season today, the Vuelta a Murcia, in seventh place overall, nearly a minute and a half behind the overall winner Czech Frantisek Rabon (HTC-Columbia).

The race begins on Wednesday, March 10.

Prologue winner Nicole Brändli (Team Bigla)
Swiss rider won three Giros, three World silver medals.

The weather outlook has brightened considerably in soggy Northern California, but it will be a while before trails pack down for riding.The weather outlook has brightened considerably in soggy Northern California, but it will be a while before trails pack down for riding.

2009 Murcia champion Denis Menchov finished second in the time trial.
Team satisfied with Menchov's time trial after three second places.

Got a few seconds?
Ever since he came back from his three years of Texas hibernation, he’s been confronting the same question when he wakes up: Where did the time go?

OCBC Cycle Singapore
Last year, it had some 5,000 riders. This year, the OCBC Cycle Singapore event saw more than 9,000 riders.

"This is from Kranked 8 and is 4 minutes of some of the sweetest mountain biking I’ve seen for a while."

iditarod-trail-invitational-pushoton-03-06-10
Pass Fork pushoton: Racers Brij Potnis of Anchorage; Dave Pramann of Minnesota; Bill Fleming of Anchorage; Tim Stern of Colardo; Tracey Petervary of Idaho; and a group of Italian entrants bringing up the rear.


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March 6, 2010
This year's edition once again features a lot of big names
Prologue starts at:  13:40 CET (7:40am U.S. Eastern).
Live coverage on RTBF: 15:30 CET (9:30am U.S. Eastern).
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Alberto Contador i
Says he has received his new Specialized Shiv time trial bike for the opening 8 kilometer effort.


Afghanistan’s Emtaiz Hasan won the fifth stage on Saturday.

The HTC-Columbia women's team has continued their run of success at the Merced Downtown criterium today snatching first and third on the race's second day.

New Zealander heads 1-2 finish for team in Harelbeke.

Robert Wagner (Skil-Shimano) won Stage 2 of the Three Days of West Flanders on Saturday. Wagner beat Bobbie Traksel (Vacansoleil) and Jens Keukeleire (Cofidis) to the line in the 176.6km leg from Torhout to Handzame. Keukeleire, winner of Friday’s opening stage, held onto the overall lead going into Sunday’s finale, a 194.5km stage from Middelkerke to Ichtegem.

Frantisek Rabon (HTC-Columbia)
Czech rider Frantisek Rabon (HTC-Columbia) wins the individual time trial at the Vuelta a Murcia.



Maxim Iglinsky
The Kazakh rider came out on top of a three-way sprint for the line at the end of the 190km race, edging Sky's Swedish rider Thomas Loevkvist of Sweden in a spectacular finale in Siena's Piazza del Campo.


The peloton speed along a Kula Lumpur freeway with the KL Twin Towers in the distance.
Venezuelan Jose Rujano Guillen Saturday conquered the cruel slopes of the Genting Highlands to win the sixth stage of the Tour de Langkawi and capture the overall lead.


Maxim Iglinskiy has added yet another foreign name to the Albo d’Oro at the Montepaschi Strade Bianche Toscana.
Maxim Iglinskiy has added yet another foreign name to the Albo d’Oro at the Montepaschi Strade Bianche Toscana.


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Greg Henderson
After showing fine form in his first few races in Europe, Kiwi Greg Henderson is disappointed to be heading into Paris-Nice still suffering from a stomach bug.

International Cycling Union (UCI) President Pat McQuaid
International Cycling Union (UCI) President Pat McQuaid has reacted to the latest comments from the French Anti-Doping Agency (AFLD), according to AFP.

the agency threatens to involve the French judiciary of suspected doping
In a statement released yesterday the agency threatens to involve the French judiciary of suspected doping in this week’s Paris-Nice race, raising the possibility of a repeat of scenes last seen at the 1998 Tour de France.

"Let me tell you something about Floyd [Landis]. I like the guy, but his idea of business dealings were not a lot to be desired. It didn't work out in the end because I couldn't take his word, so it ended. I'm fine with that. It didn't end in a bad way, but didn't end in a good way." - Michael Ball  VeloNation

Frank Schleck
The older of the two Schleck brothers, Frank Schleck, has responded to yesterday's reports in the Gazzetta dello Sport claiming he and his brother Andy were planning to leave Bjarne Riis' Saxo Bank outfit to start their own team in 2011.

Brothers Andy (left) and Fränk Schleck frolic with dolphins while in Curaçao.
Marc Biver, Kim Andersen could manage the new team.

Michael Barry: Canadian veteran pro is best writer among pro riders
The Canadian rider is now an elder statesman and riding this season for the new Britain-based squad, Sky.

”Hugo is the winningest 6 day racer in Italy, beating everyone, including the Mafia’s ‘Fixed’ riders.
 ”Hugo is the winningest 6 day racer in Italy, beating everyone, including the Mafia’s ‘Fixed’ riders."

Besides the broken ribs, Ritter had a dislocated shoulder.


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Juanjo Cobo
Earlier today Caisse d'Epargne rider Juanjo Cobo set off by plane from Madrid to France with his teammates for a big appointment at Paris-Nice.

Iglinsky Conquers Montepaschi Strade Bianche
Iglinsky Conquers Montepaschi Strade Bianche, Contador Ready for Paris-Nice, Rabon Takes Over In Murica, Rujano Wins Sixth Stage of Langkawi, UCI Not Bothered by French Snub...

Riders on Fly V Australia pose with team owner Chris White (fifth from left) outside the Montage hotel in Beverly Hills. Photo: Brian Hodes | www.veloimages.com
Fly V Australia is aiming to become the first Australian ProTour team — and the first Aussie squad to race the Tour de France.


Rujano is a frightening prospect for the upcoming Giro
"Rujano is a frightening prospect for the upcoming Giro."

fashion designer Michael Ball
He developed a love-hate relationship with the cycling community, where in most cases people would either love him, or they would hate him.


The Cervelo TestTeam train on the cobbles before the Omloop Het Nieuwsblad
ASO holds technical organisation meetings for teams.

liniment toput on our legs
“Back in The Day,” We used to make up our own batches of liniment toput on our legs to keep them warm for cold, wet weather races.

José Enrique Gutiérrez opts for retirement, Garzelli to support Paolini at Montepaschi, Chavanel realistic about Paris-Nice, more...

Maxim Iglinsky (Astana) wins the sprint to the line
Teide training camp helps Kazakh defeat Löfkvist and Rogers.


Filippo Pozzato (Katusha) outsprints Ryder Hesjedal (Garmin - Transitions) for fourth place.
Garmin-Transitions rider looks ahead to Catalunya and Ardennes.


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March 5, 2010
Alberto Contador leads a strong group of favorites at the 2010 edition of Paris-Nice.


Robbie Hunter was leading the Tour of Murcia
Manan Wins Fifth Stage of Malaysia Tour, Roberts Takes Murcia Win — Hunter Quits, Schumacher Drops Appeal, Basso and Pellizotti Recon Giro Stage, Gutiérrez Retires ...

Taylor Phinney (USA) won the men's individual pursuit final at the 2009 track world championships.
USA Cycling has named its team for the upcoming UCI Track World Championships in Copenhagen, Denmark, March 24-28.


"Priorities: Winning bike races is one thing, but Hunter's got something much more important to attend to.
Double stage winner, Robbie Hunter, has pulled out of the Tour of Murcia on Friday after learning that his wife has gone into labor.


A delighted Anuar Manan (Geumsan Ginseng Asia) from Malaysia get his first ever stage of the Tour de Langkawi.
A delighted Anuar Manan (Geumsan Ginseng Asia) from Malaysia get his first ever stage of the Tour de Langkawi.


Tour de France winner Alberto Contador
Alberto Contador will start his second race of the season this Sunday in Paris-Nice, but will start the race without his new time trial bike from his sponsor Specialized.


Emma Johansson
Emma Johansson is up and running with a big win in the women’s event.

Hedin will represent Hincapie for retail cycling apparel and accessory sales to independent bicycle dealers and sell Hincapie custom cycling clothing to clubs and teams in his territory.

The Tour of Cameroon
The Tour of Cameroon (February 15 – 26) was the highlight of the month in Africa.


Roche in the Futuroscope time trial in the 1987 Tour de France. Photo: AFP
Catching up with Triple Crown winner Stephen Roche on the eve of Paris-Nice, a race he won once and finished second four times.

The HTC-Columbia women's team took home their first victory of the 2010 season Friday in the inaugural Merco Classic 20-mile Team Time Trial in Merced...

British stars to clash in lucrative Singapore criterium, Team Sprocket...





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Andy Schleck
Today the Gazzetta dello Sport reported that Saxo Bank stars Andy and Frank Schleck are looking to part ways with Bjarne Riis's in 2011.

Women Who Ride, Andy Schleck, Idaho bike safety & more…

Contador says he learned from that bad day last year.
Alberto Contador has made it pretty clear: he wants to win Paris-Nice to make up for the lone blot on his otherwise stellar 2009 season.

Paris-Nice previews, Lance Armstrong feeling more at ease, Robbie Hunter drops out of Tour of Murcia, Schumacher to drop appeals and more…

The start of the 2009 San Diego Gran Fondo.
The 2nd Colnago Gran Fondo San Diego boasts sell-out.

Thomas Dekker
Thomas Dekker goes down for 2 years.

German Stefan Schumacher
German Stefan Schumacher has decided to drop the idea of appealing his doping ban that was upheld by the Court of Arbitration in Sport (CAS).



Yessir, that's a 1" steerer hiding inside of there.
Yessir, that's a 1" steerer hiding inside of there.

We see cutaways of carbon bikes all the time but Mike Zanconato wants people to see how his steel frames look, too.
Classic construction and materials showcase creativity.


Italy's Rinaldo Nocentini (AG2R La Mondiale)
Successful surgery for Nocentini, Contador to lead Astana at Paris-Nice, Arvesen will return from injury at Tirreno, Schumacher will not appeal CAS decision, Eva Lutz reflects on colourful career, more...

Training time for the Kenda Pro Cycling presented by Geargrinders team.
'Free Luca' t-shirts help bring Damiani stateside.

Should bicyclists who ride while jabbering be included in “distracted-driving” legislation?



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The essence of pack riding passes unnoticed.


Crank Brothers Candy 'C' pedal that failed on an indoor Revmaster stationary bike.
Crank Brothers Candy 'C' pedal that failed on an indoor Revmaster stationary bike.

There’s not a meter of flat but you can’t really talk about climbs.
There are eight sectors of white roads.

Jens Keukeleire (Cofidis) wins in Bellegem
Martias, Voss round out top three.

You end up with a massive photo in the header
"You end up with a massive photo in the header."

Sampson Sports s5 Pedals
They feature steel spindles, a lightweight alloy body, a 62mm-wide cleat platform, three cartridge bearings and a cam-graduated hinge to make entry easier. The s6 pedals feature a titanium spindle.

"The new rules mean that there is no communication in category two races. I don’t mind. It just makes it more important to have a good strategy beforehand, a team that will work together and can talk together during the race." - Emma Johansson  PEZ

The Raleigh Team
The Raleigh Team is a no-compromise race bike capable of going up against the best in the world....

Gutiérrez rode for LPR in 2007, but has called it quits after the demise of current team, Rock Racing
“El Búfalo” puts himself out to pasture.

Meredith Miller
Meredith Miller, on the front at the Snelling Road Race.

Citing the need for a headset solution that would facilitate the use of a tapered steerer fork (1.5 inch to 1-1/8 inch) in a standard ZeroStack headtube, Sean Chaney, owner of Vertigo Cycles, a custom frame builder from Portland, Oregon, approached Cane Creek with a brilliant, simple headset idea.

he is going to the Tour as a contender for the overall.
In a recent interview with BBC Television, Bradley Wiggins of Team Sky discussed his new team and the preparations for the 2010 Tour de France.

Elite E-Motion rollers
Helps recreate a realistic riding experience.

Bicycle mechanic Phillip Shreeve at Al's Cycle & Hobbies s
Bicycle mechanic Phillip Shreeve at Al's Cycle & Hobbies say's customers don't want to deface their expensive street bikes with registration stickers.

Last month double Formula One world champion Fernando Alonso reinforced the idea that he wanted to set up a top-level cycling team led by compatriot Alberto Contador.





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March 4, 2010

British rider Johnny Bellis
“Johnny has been working extremely hard with all disciplines of his rehabilitation program here at the Wellington Hospital."

Race Preview - 68th Paris-Nice
The 68th Paris-Nice - Lying in wait for the peloton are 8 Stages, 1,288 kilometres...and the return of the Col De Vence....


Robbie Hunter
The only difference is that he's wearing yellow today. | Graham Watson.


Race leader Mumford shadows eventual stage winner Irish Valenzuela.
The adventure in the Philippines continues as race organizers swap routes and racers face another hot, hilly course on rough roads, and the GC battle tightens between the American Kelly Benefit Strategies team and the South African EMG squad.

Taiji Nishitani takes out the fourth stage with a delighted Aisan Racing teammate Kazuhiro Mori behind in fourth place.
Taiji Nishitani takes out the fourth stage with a delighted Aisan Racing teammate Kazuhiro Mori behind in fourth place.


chris carmichael
Even team RadioShack pros battle with proper water and food intake when training.

Thomas Dekker
Dutch rider feels unfairly treated.

Tiago Machado (RadioShack) and team director José Azevedo.
RadioShack rider hopes to build on strong Algarve performance.

Former owner of an Illinois concept store allegedley failed to pay $380,000 in bills and inappropriately siphoned money from the business to pay personal expenses.

The Sophomore Boys race start at a NorCal High School League Division 1 race.
Mountain biking popularity among high schoolers keeps growing.

AG2r rider Rinaldo Nocentini
Last week VeloNation reported that AG2r rider Rinaldo Nocentini was involved in a crash during the GP Insubria and broke his tibia and fibula.


Bendigo set for big weekend of racing.

Sponsored by a Scottish clothing company, Endura Racing is predominantly made up of English and Scottish riders,
The Tour of Murcia's comedy tit-for-tat decision to refuse invitation to any Italian teams in the wake of Alejandro Valverde's two-year ban from competing in Italy has opened to door to Britain's second biggest cycling team, Endura Racing.

Leishman to defend in men's race; Leary favored for women's win.


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We suspect extreme designs may not pass muster
So mountain biking gets a pass?

Arielle Martin, Amanda Geving, Brooke Crain, and Ashley Verhagen
Arielle Martin, Amanda Geving, Brooke Crain, and Ashley Verhagen were named to USA Cycling's funded team for the Supercross World Cup in Madrid at the end of March.

The Vuelta Independencia wraps up and Team Ten Speed Drive head out for the post-race festivities, otherwise known as ‘the 11th stage.’

US champion George Hincapie and 2008 World champion Alessandro Ballan, as well as Karsten Kroon, Marcus Burghardt and current World champion Cadel Evans
The BMC Racing team has been refused a wildcard invitation to the Dwars door Vlaanderen (Across Flanders) race because it amounts to what the organiser called a “third-rate” team.

Alessandro Ballan (BMC Racing Team) makes his way to the sign-on in Gent
Belgian race says the American team's line-up was not sufficient.

Ireland's Nicolas Roche
Over the past five years as a professional, he has built up a name for himself and is not simply known as the son of Stephen Roche....

The 2010 USA CRITS Championship series has new final races for both men and women.  The series is now nine events strong, visiting as many states.

Team Sprocket All Set for 2010
Team Sprocket is fully aligned with Bike Pure and have been strong supporters of our clean racing philosophy since our inception.

sram aluminium wheelset
Following on from its acquisition in 2007 of aero wheel specialists Zipp and subsequent release of Zipp-inspired deep carbon rim aero wheels, components manufacturer SRAM has, for 2010, come up with a three-model line of road wheels with aluminium rims of more conventional depth and minimalist 18 front/20 rear spoke counts.

Francisco Ventoso (Carmiooro NGC) won the stage narrowly from Simon Gerrans (Team Sky)
Sky rider pleased with progress of European-based preparations.


Thor Hushovd (Cervelo TestTeam)
Pro Continental team confirms line-ups for Italian races, Paris-Nice.


Chris Carmichael along with client and friend Lance Armstrong
50th birthday goal is four-day mountain bike stage race.



Dave Towle
The act of calling a live sporting event is an art form. And in the world of cycling, announcer Dave Towle is Picasso.


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Levi Leipheimer
The RadioShack team will head to France this weekend to take on Paris-Nice with American Levi Leipheimer to lead their overall charge.

"As a vulnerable road user when I'm on my bicycle, it constantly worries me that the motorist behind me might be more concerned with the cellphone call than what's in the road in front of him, namely me."

Prologo Nago EVO TTR was designed with input from Fabian Cancellara.
ProTour perches.

Christian Vande Velde (Garmin - Transitions) chats with Alberto Contador at the Volta ao Algarve, the season debut for both riders.
Injured in Algarve, American looks to bounce back in France.

Jens Keukeleire (Cofidis) on the podium
Keukeleire dashes to first professional win in Wallonia, Rock Racing officially denied pro license, Schleck's season debut cut short, New Zealand cyclist supporting Chilean cause, more...

World Championship Series (WCS) Alloy and Carbon Curve Bars
Ritchey Design, Inc. announced yesterday that its new World Championship Series (WCS) Alloy and Carbon Curve Bars are available to consumers through independent bicycle dealers nation-wide.

Shamrock Cycles included this 'Team Issue' 650b bike in its booth at this year's NAHBS.
Small builders go the extra mile.

Currie’s new $3,499 Izip Express using Evo Drive.
The rider turns the hub forward on the right side while the electric motor turns the hub backwards on the left side.

Radioshack's Lance Armstrong of the U.S. is seen during the first stage of the Tour of Murcia. (THE ASSOCIATED PRESS/Daniel Ochoa de Olza)
Johan Bruyneel says Armstrong "is still a long way off from being in good shape right now."

Mike Broderick and Mary McConneloug won this competitive (mixed) division
Cyclingnews bloggers training in the US.

"I don't think there is any other sport that would have kept going, but we kept trucking along even though there were rubbish bins blowing in the bunch and trees knocked over. It was pretty mad." - Stuart O'Grady  CyclingWeekly

Lee Waldman wants us to avoid this type of thinking during a cyclocross race. © fuzzcat on Flickr
"I believe that you should always finish the race, no matter what."

Gary Fisher, Ned Overend, Juli Furtado, Joe Breeze, Scot Nicol, Otis Guy, Ross Shafer, Jacquie Phelan, Charles Kelly, Sky Yaeger, Steve Potts, Rich Sutton, Michael Kelley and Chris Lang.
Mountain bike pioneers and Bay Area Community members raise nearly $3,000 for Trips for Kids at the annual Brews, Bike and Bucks party.

George Philbert
George Philbert, the longtime owner of Bikes, By George!, on E. Fourth St.


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March 3, 2010
Metallica-quoting, former Mennonite
"What I discovered is that testing, sanctioning and prosecuting dopers is a Kafka-esque legal undertaking wed to a scientific process that struggles for accuracy, repeatability and consistency from race to race, country to country and year to year."


Martinez on his way. Photo: Steve Thomas
On a day when visitors were stunned by a killer closing climb, a local boy takes the win, while Kelly Benefit Strategies’ Reid Mumford takes the overall lead.

Bobby Traksel (Netherlands & Vacansoleil)
Bobby Traksel (Netherlands & Vacansoleil) looked determined as he forged over the top, clear and seemingly oblivious to the foul conditions.

"I don't think there is any other sport that would have kept going, but we kept trucking along even though there were rubbish bins blowing in the bunch and trees knocked over. It was pretty mad." - Stuart O'Grady  CyclingWeekly

Flecha launched a beautifully timed attack on Saturday.
Following an emotional victory Saturday at Omloop Het Nieuwsblad, a newly confident Juan Antonio Flecha (Team Sky) is still holding out on his dream of winning one of the major cobblestoned classics.




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Matthews makes it two-out-of-three.
Australian bags second while Erler holds onto yellow.

Roberto Ferrari (De Rosa Stac Plastic) zooms to victory
Italian's horsepower secures strong sprint victory.

Dutchman Thomas Dekker positive for EPO
Dutch rider caught by re-examined control under biological passport program.


USA Cycling says ok to Specialized Shiv and Transition.
Elites and juniors must comply.

It’s about quality for Jelly Belly p/b Kenda
"I love this sport, I love all our sponsors and I like what I’m doing right now.“


Sharon Jan hones her singletrack skills in advance of the Singletrack Mind series in New South Wales.
Inaugural Singletrack Mind to feature five races in 2010.



Cycling 2010: complete calendar for the year.
Bicycle Tutor
World Bicycle Relief
Race Across America 2010 - A Simple Dream.
Race Reports - Janel Holcomb (February 25, 2010).
DougReport - miscellaneous information.
Video: Performance - a theme song? 
Back to the top


Andy Schleck in action at the Giro del Friuli
Andy Schleck drops out of Giro del Friuli.

Michelle Bono (right) in the 2006 US track national championships.
Masters champion succumbed to cancer last month.


Dmytro Grabovskyy (3rd, ISD - Neri), Michael Matthews (1st, Team Jayco - Skins) and Alex Candelario (2nd, Kelly Benefit Strategies)
Kelly Benefit Strategies heats up its pre-California racing schedule.

Lazer Genesis RD Helmet
Even though the Genesis is a bit weighty when compared with its most expensive competitors, you do not feel anything but air when it is on your head....

Carlos Sastre in his new Cervélo Test Team colors
Brand to return to US by September.

Quality field for Melbourne Madison, Vogel aiming for Track Worlds in Copenhagen, USA faces selection challenges for Track World Championships, more...

Senegalese trio acquitted in Vandenbroucke case, Armstrong better than 2009, but Contador still the favourite, Bruyneel says, Fuglsang hopes his early season woes are over, Pellizotti convinced form will peak for Giro d'Italia, more...

South Africa's Robert Hunter
Hunter Takes Murcia Opener, Bruyneel Admits Contador Stronger Than Armstrong, Matthews Gets Second Win In Langkawi, Dekker Gets Two Years, Rockford Fosgate Announces Sponsorship of UnitedHealthcare...

This move enables the manufacturer to build high end bicycles in China or the United States, and ship them directly to the dealer or consumer ready to ride: fully tuned, properly torqued, with the pedals installed.

Johan Bruyneel
Johan Bruyneel once again announced to the cycling world that, surprise,surprise, “Contador is the favorite.”

Continental Gator Hardshell
"Could this be the dawning of the age of puncture-free training?"

Ride With Fly V Australia
The Fly V Australia professional cycling team is giving fans the opportunity to ride along Saturday as it tackles the route of a stage of this year’s Amgen Tour of California.

NAHBS Highlights
"A few shots from bikes that really caught our eye and maybe didn’t get much airtime."

2010 North American Handmade Bicycle Show
The bike industry's alter ego was out in front at the 2010 North American Handmade Bicycle Show.




Dutchman recovering well from fractured pelvis.


PezCyclingNews.com

“Congrats, Fatty and The Runner.”
“Congrats, Fatty and The Runner.”

$175 one way to check a bicycle.

Stuart O'Grady
Stuart O'Grady has ridden through Paris-Roubaix's 'Hell of the North' and won, but Sunday's day in Kuurne-Brussel-Kuurne was in a class of its own.

paris-hilton-bike
Paris Hilton actually has a bike and presumably knows how to ride it.

João Correia
João Correia has to ride support for Cervelo teammates like Theo Bos, who won the Classica de Almeria.

Planet X splits as criterium riders leave, Wilkinson on Murcia, Brits at women's Het Nieuwsblad and more...

Valverde
Tour of Murcia organizer Paco Guzmán made some remarks regarding the absence of Italian teams that have been reverberating through the press. Yesterday.

"Contador is the favorite because he has shown that he is above everyone else. Lance is better than last year but still do not know if it will be enough to beat Alberto.”


USA Cycling March Communiqué
Bike racing season is here! Be sure to check your \"My USA Cycling\" account for upcoming races in your area!

Andy Schleck of Saxo Bank
After contesting the Giro del Friuli, Andy Schleck of Saxo Bank used his personal Twitter account to give a status update regarding his injured knee.

Bill Ritter
Yes he was wearing a helmet.

Oregon resident Chris Horner will promote Portland Gran Fondo.
Radio Shack rider to endorses Portland Echelon Gran Fondo.

Ludovic Capelle wins 49th edition of the Belgian race for Espoirs and Elite riders without contracts.

Hayden Roulston descends Hackthorne Rd.
HTC-Columbia, Trek-Livestrong items donated for fund raising auction.


2010 UCI Road Calendar: ProTour Schedule.
Men's Pro Cycling on Twitter.
Bike trade tweeps - who uses Twitter.
Condron.us - interesting way to find blogs.
Classified - bikes and accessories for sale.
Archive - looking? it may be in the archive.
Health and Fitness - also training information.
Tips and Safety - what to watch out for.

March 2, 2010
Wednesday's Stage 1 Profile
Stage 1 Wednesday starts at: 12:25 CET (6:25am U.S. Eastern).


all UCI bicycle regulations will remain in effect.
Other than the 8 cm and 3/1 aspect ratio rules at Masters National Championships, all UCI bicycle regulations will remain in effect.

Alessandro Bazzana was a double stage winner, while crit runner-up Sergio Hernandez flirted with the top podium step all week. Photo: Brian Hodes/Veloimages
Michael Mathis (Empire Cycling Team-CRCA) edged Floyd Landis and Sergio Hernandez (Team MS Now) to take the overall.

The Vienna laboratory Humanplasma hit back on Tuesday at claims that it stood at the center of a massive doping network, naming instead several well-known coaches for the first time.


Jay Thomson (South Africa) beats Thomas Erler (Tabriz Petrochemicals) in Chukai
South African Jay Thomson, representing his national team, won the Tour de Langkawi’s second stage in Malaysia Tuesday.

Stage racing returns to the Philippines, and the Kelly Benefit Strategies team holds the lead at the revitalized Tour of Luzon.


Kim Anderson - PHOTO COURTESY OF CJFOTO.COM
Kim Anderson, shown here during her overall victory at Route de France last season, leads another deep, talented and fast HTC-Columbia women's team into this Friday’s start of the MERCO Cycling Classic.


Lining up in the center of Vega. Photo: Makil Stulchek. <a href="http://velonews.competitor.com/?p=106708">Click for full Vuelta Independencia gallery</a>
Another report from the Dominican Republic’s Vuelta Independencia, where correspondent Josh Liberles sprints in rush-hour traffic, has his time trial bike run over by a bus … and then kicks butt in his eighth race in six days.

HTC-Columbia sprinter Mark Cavendish
His recent performances have brought up questions about whether he'll be ready to defend his Milan-Sanremo title in a few weeks time.

Frank Vandenbroucke goes on the attack at Paris-Nice while in 2004 while riding for Fassa Bortolo.
Former rivals united in respect for fallen friend.


Luke Roberts (right) and Thomas Rohregger are first over Wickhams Hill
German squad to fight on two fronts, Belgian campaign continues at Le Samyn.

Mattan: Flecha won Omloop for Vandenbroucke, Baumann undergoes surgery in Germany, Wiggins and Armstrong go head to head in Murcia, McEwen to continue as planned at Eroica, more...

Initially scheduled to take place in Cali, Columbia, from 12th to 22nd August 2010, the UCI World Para-cycling Championships will finally be relocated.


Nicolas Roche (AG2R La Mondiale)
Penultimate stage could prove decisive.



Cycling 2010: complete calendar for the year.
Bicycle Tutor
World Bicycle Relief
Race Across America 2010 - A Simple Dream.
Race Reports - Janel Holcomb (February 25, 2010).
DougReport - miscellaneous information.
Video: Performance - a theme song? 
Back to the top


Team Radio Shack’s Chris Horner
Bend, OR resident, and Team RadioShack® Rider will return to his home state to promote and participate in the state’s inaugural Echelon event.



Serotta fooled a lot of onlookers with this stunning PPG faux-wood paint job.
Healthy collection of synthetic and natural composites from NAHBS.

HandleBra
"On par in quality with the straps you'll find on watches from Panerai to Patek..."

Shimano North American Handmade Bicycle Show
The sixth annual edition of the Shimano North American Handmade Bicycle Show saw an estimated 6,800 visitors over its three days in Richmond, Virginia.

Men’s Oxygen WindStopper ¾ bibtights
"I’ve used these knickers in a wide range of temperatures over the past several weeks and have truly loved them."

Lake Mead offered a great early season venue.
Professionals in search of sun and miles mixed it up with elite amateurs on the banks of Nevada’s Lake Mead last week at the Callville Bay Classic.

Mayor Adrian Fenty
There has been much speculation in recent days about whether or not Washington DC will host the start of the 2012 Giro d'Italia with no conclusive answer to date.

The solid results last year were on top of double-digit growth in 2008, the company said.

A cyclist who was fined several hundred dollars for riding without clothes has had the penalty quashed by a judge, who ruled that his nudity had not met the test of offensive behaviour.


Marzio Bruseghin (Caisse d'Epargne)
Italian rides the Giro del Friuli with new Spanish team.

Post-race recovery. Nutrition, stretching, etc...

Frenchman Grégory Baugé
21-strong team for Copenhagen.

There is still no evidence of an athlete successfully employing the practice to enhance performance illicitly.



PezCyclingNews.com
Austrian Lab Names Doping Ringleaders
Evans and BMC Thinking of Giro, Velo Pasadena Hosts Ride With Fly V Australia, Accused VDB Robbers Acquitted...

Seconds before the failed abduction.
Seconds before the failed abduction.


Speaking of seat covers and the NAHBS, it seems that one trend to emerge this year is the surface-less saddle:
It seems that one trend to emerge this year is the surface-less saddle.



Farrar takes third at Omloop Het Nieuwsblad. | Graham Watson
Tyler Farrar was one of the break-out riders in 2009. With 11 victories and a constant threat in the sprints, the 25-year-old vaulted into the elite pro ranks.

The Assos ClimaJet Breaker is the world’s only rain cape that costs more than a good French dinner
"The Assos ClimaJet Breaker is the world’s only rain cape that costs more than a good French dinner."


Robbie McEwen (Katusha)
Cautious, but Omloop knee injury nothing serious says Australian sprinter.


Bradley Wiggins has signed a four-year deal with Team Sky, ending speculation about his 2010 plans.
Briton targets Saturday's time trial.

Bobbie and his ass
That was an interesting weekend. The Belgians got flicked from the two classics that had their name all over it.

The three Senegalese citizens suspected of stealing from Belgian cyclist Frank Vandenbroucke, found dead in a hotel room in October, were acquitted Tuesday in a court in the west of the country.

Cool farmer Trent Klasna was a force in the world of professional cycling.
Trent Klasna traveled the world as a professional cyclist.


"In his [Ricco's] place I'd have kept quiet… instead he said some crazy things that made me really angry. Then he went to Sicily to train." - Vania Rossi  CyclingNews

youngest ever World Cyclo cross champion, aged just 18
It’s hard to believe that Marianne Vos is just 22 years of age.

US National Short Track Champion Adam Craig (Team Giant)
Giant rider recovering from knee surgery after ruptured ACL.


2010 UCI Road Calendar: ProTour Schedule.
Men's Pro Cycling on Twitter.
Bike trade tweeps - who uses Twitter.
Condron.us - interesting way to find blogs.
Classified - bikes and accessories for sale.
Archive - looking? it may be in the archive.
Health and Fitness - also training information.
Tips and Safety - what to watch out for.

March 1, 2010
The lowdown from the big Seattle Bike Swap meet and Chilly Hilly, LA cycling protest updated, bike camping & more …

Gilbert and Boonen are God-like as they fly over the cobbles.
Gilbert and Boonen are God-like as they fly over the cobbles.

FERRARI TAKES GP LUGANO
Ferrari Takes GP Lugano, Bos Takes Classica de Almeria, Armstrong to Murcia, Still No Italian Teams for Murcia, VDB’s Mother: ‘I was so happy Flecha won’, Team TIBCO Takes Two ...

"In his [Ricco's] place I'd have kept quiet… instead he said some crazy things that made me really angry. Then he went to Sicily to train." - Vania Rossi  CyclingNews

Millar looks back on Het Nieuwsblad, Cicle Classic gets tougher, Rapha randonées and more...



Michael Matthews (Team Jayco-Skins) from the Australian Capital Territory is a rising talent in the stocks of the sport down under.
Maiden win for Jayco-Skins nets Aussies the race lead.

Southeast Collegiate Cycling Conference racing continued in Statesboro, Georgia, this weekend as Georgia Southern University hosted its second annual “Battle in the Boro.”

Russell Downing, Omloop Het Nieuwsblad 2010
Monday morning blues were the last thing on Russell Downing's mind.


Finish work on the lugged stem is impeccable.
PressFit 30 bottom bracket standard embraced by the handbuilt community.

Craig Alexander
Police say the two-time Ironman world champion's house was one of several targeted by robbers.

Sales revenue for the Dutch bike and fitness company grew from €538 million in 2008 to €572.6 million last year with 5 percent organic growth.

Giro d’Italia Femminile – the Giro Donne
This year’s corsa rosa for women will cover a total of 921.9km over ten stages, entirely in the northern area of the country, in a real route for climbers.


Cycling 2010: complete calendar for the year.
Bicycle Tutor
World Bicycle Relief
Race Across America 2010 - A Simple Dream.
Race Reports - Janel Holcomb (February 25, 2010).
DougReport - miscellaneous information.
Video: Performance - a theme song? 
Back to the top
The USA Cycling Women's National Team
The USA Cycling Women's National Team won the team classification at the NZCT Women's Tour of New Zealand on Sunday.

The 2007 Monte Paschi Eroica. Photo: Graham Watson
In Europe this week, the Vuelta a Murcia and the Monte Paschi Eroica are the big races, while mid-week races in Italy and Belgium keep things rolling. Andrew Hood takes a look.

A Yip machine.
The 2010 sexy bike orgy, sometimes called the North American Handmade Bicycle Show, just wrapped up.

A custom brake lever design featured on the Cherubim retro bike. <a href="http://velonews.competitor.com/?p=106472">Click to enter full gallery</a>
Classic styling and veteran builders rose to the top at the 2010 North American Handmade Bicycle Show in Richmond, Virginia.

what a great weekend of racing
What a great weekend of racing.

Lance Armstrong
Lance Armstrong will return to his 2010 campaign and make his first European appearance at the Vuelta a Murcia, March 3rd to 7th.

Lance Armstrong (RadioShack) after the final stage of his second Tour Down Under
RadioShack, Astana announce line-ups.

Gita Sporting Goods has an exclusive, multi-year partnership deal with Nike to distribute the official Team RadioShack technical race wear, which include the Team RadioShack jersey and bib short.

Healthy at last, Andy Schleck will make his season debut on Wednesday at the Giro del Friuli in Italy.

Harsh Riding Wheels
Before, buying a new bike, try switching to a set of wheels with conventional stainless steel spokes...


Peloton reacts to brutal battering at Kuurne-Brussel-Kuurne, Bos thrilled to beat Cavendish for first season victory, Belgians shut out on opening weekend, more...


PezCyclingNews.com


Juan Antonio Flecha dedicated his Het Nieuwsblad win to former Fasso Bortolo teammate Frank Vandenbrouke.
Notes on the opening weekend in Belgium, Andy Schleck to start season on Wednesday, Tour of Poland celebrates Chopin and more...

Riccardo Riccò
His partner Rossi pleas for him to get back together.

The organizers of Spain’s Vuelta a Murcia, which begins Wednesday, have refused to admit Italian teams, an action in solidarity with Alejandro Valverde who has been banned from competing in Italy.

Quick Step manager Patrick Lefevere
With the opening weekend on the Belgian calendar behind him, Quick Step manager Patrick Lefevere said he's ready to move on and forget about what happened to his team.

Philippe Gilbert (Omega Pharma - Lotto)
No top results for Quick Step or Omega Pharma-Lotto.

Dominique Rollin (Cervelo Test Team)
Canadian impervious to Belgian storms.

The German dealer association VSF has awarded their first ethic award to the World Bicycle Relief.

Nick Nuyens: 'I’m stronger than I thought'
Rabobank’s classics captain Nick Nuyen’s had an unlucky day at the races in Saturday’s Omloop Het Nieuwsblad.

The last day to donate is Monday, March 1, at Midnight MDT.

The Bicycle Leadership Conference will take advantage of the surveys of consumers.


2010 UCI Road Calendar: ProTour Schedule.
Men's Pro Cycling on Twitter.
Bike trade tweeps - who uses Twitter.
Condron.us - interesting way to find blogs.
Classified - bikes and accessories for sale.
Archive - looking? it may be in the archive.
Health and Fitness - also training information.
Tips and Safety - what to watch out for.


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