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 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)  "Our
photographers are already on the ground and scouting the scene in
Hoogerheide today, and they caught some of the pros out inspecting the
course." (cxmagazine.com)
 US
national champion plans for more racing abroad. (cyclingnews.com)
 Helen
Wyman announced to the world that she ready for battle at Worlds when
she put in a dominant performance at Nommay World Cup last week, taking
second spot on the podium. (cxmagazine.com)
 Crystal
Anthony is one of the few women selected to represent the United States
at the Cyclocross World Championships in Hoogerheide. (cxmagazine.com)
 Development
program represented by Owen, Miller, Anderson, Eckmann, Kaiser and
Ortenblad. (cyclingnews.com)
 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)
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).  Black
Label uses existing Reynolds carbon rims built up with DT Swiss hubs
and spokes. (bikeradar.com)
 Dahon’s
been making folding bicycles for more than 30 years, and the current
crop shows it. (bikerumor.com)
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 Bike Index Theft Prevention Bicycle Insurance Lexicon of cycling terms How To Cycle On The Rollers How To Be A Good New Rider Video: The truth about dishonesty Video: Performance Video: Get Dirty Video: The Life of a Bike Seat Video: How to be a road biker Documentary: Cycling’s Greatest Fraud Video Downloads, races and documentaries |  Team
manager Copeland explains reasons for signing of American climber.
(velonation.com)
 "It
could be linked [to the] Armstrong and the Padova investigation but I'm
not
worried." (cyclingnews.com)
 A
102 year old Frenchman has smashed his own UCI hour record for riders
aged over 100. (bikeradar.com)
 An
eye injury sustained at age 13 left him nearly blind, but it is largely
thanks to the vision of Etienne Gevaert that Belgian — and, in fact,
international — cyclocross is where it is today. (velonews.com)
 New
WorldTour team seeks sponsor. (cyclingnews.com)
 This
weekend marks the return of road racing in the Northern Hemisphere with
the Grand Prix d’Ouverture-La Marseillaise. (inrng.com)
 "I
don't know where I'm racing past the Dubai Tour." (cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 3 out of 5 stars. "Smooth and easy lightweight cruiser with
confident handling, but average rather than amazing value."
(bikeradar.com).
 Vision
has been an aero company since its inception in 1992 in Seattle,
Washington, when it hit the market with aerobars. (bikeradar.com)
| Video: Really useful tips for training in the wet; from clothing & bike to route planning, duration.
 "Last
week was the Tour de San Luis in Argentina, the first race of the year
for all in attendance and my debut in Garmin-Sharp colors. It was also
the argyle debut of three of my five teammates: Ben King, Nate Brown,
and Janier Acevedo, all kept in check by veterans Tom Danielson and
Tyler Farrar." (velonews.com)
 The
crusading documentary maker Alex Gibney reveals how Lance Armstrong,
the subject of his new film, took him for a
ride. (telegraph.co.uk)
 UCI
ProTeam Lampre-Merida announced it had signed American Chris
Horner and that the stage racer would be its team
leader at both the Giro d’Italia and the Vuelta a España.
(pelotonmagazine.com)
 After
nipping at the edges of victory in 2013, with second in the Tour de
France, third in the Vuelta a España, and eighth in the Giro d’Italia,
the long-running Spanish team is betting everything on outright
victory. (velonews.com)
 No
sign of fear of Quintana or Horner in BMC camp. (cyclingnews.com)
 World
champion Costa takes centre stage, no Horner in
Monza. (cyclingnews.com)
 Bicycles
are not only vehicles and sports equipment, they’re sometimes viewed as
pieces of art. (competitivecyclist.com)
 After
six victories for Europcar, Coquard hopes to impress in WorldTour.
(cyclingnews.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 3 out of 5 stars. "A fair-weather aero wheelset. The carbon
fairing feels flimsy, but the tubeless hoops are solid."
(bikeradar.com)..
 Specialized's
impressive overhaul of its road tyre range continues to soldier forward
with the new S-Works Turbo Road Tubeless. (bikeradar.com)
Videos:
Tour de France, 2013 and 2014
U.S. Real Time Wind Map 2014 Women's UCI Road Calendar UCI WorldTour 2014 guide 2014 UCI Road Calendar 2014 Calendar and iCal UCI 2013-2014 CX Race Calendar Women on Bikes Men's Pro Cycling on Twitter Twitter Hashtags For Races Shop Talk Local Bike Shop Inventory Unwritten rules of cycling etiquette Bicycling's 50 Golden Rules Bike trade tweeps Archive Health and Fitness Tips and Safety Race Reports 5 things you should check before every ride Sunscreen User's Guide |
 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)
 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)
 American
hoping to re-sign with Cannondale. (cyclingnews.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). 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)
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)  Irish
event to feature 36 categorised climbs and Seskin Hill summit finish.
(velonation.com)
 McConneloug
and Broderick top mixed duo category. (cyclingnews.com)
 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)
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 Bike Index Theft Prevention Bicycle Insurance Lexicon of cycling terms How To Cycle On The Rollers How To Be A Good New Rider Video: The truth about dishonesty Video: Performance Video: Get Dirty Video: The Life of a Bike Seat Video: How to be a road biker Documentary: Cycling’s Greatest Fraud Video Downloads, races and documentaries | 
Veteran American inks a one-year-deal. (cyclingnews.com)
 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)
 What
a long strange trip from Spain its been. (atwistedspoke.com)
 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)
 Every
year before the superbowl, the mayors of each teams city place a
friendly bet, to benefit local businesses and charities. (bikerumor.com)
 Lightweight,
rigid and very, very fast, this is an exceptional race bike. 4.5 out of
5 stars. (road.cc)
 Off-season
resting and training to prepare for spring racing. (cyclingnews.com)
 “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)
 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)
 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)
|  Corriere
della Sera lifts the lid on the slow moving doping trial.
(cyclingnews.com)
 Even
before his World Championship win Rui Costa was one of the hottest
names in the World Tour. (pezcyclingnews.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)
 Slovakian
will lead Cannondale team, King, Ratto, Caruso and Marcato also part of
lineup. (velonation.com)
 2008
Olympic champion still gunning for a team. (cyclingnews.com)
 The
Russian-registered Katusha squad proudly celebrated five years in the
peloton during a day of celebrations in Germany yesterday.
(cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 French
puncheur among the favorites for Sunday's GP Marseillaise.
(cyclingnews.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4.5 out of 5 stars. "Addictively lively and responsive
all-rounder." (bikeradar.com)
 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)
Videos:
Tour de France, 2013 and 2014
U.S. Real Time Wind Map 2014 Women's UCI Road Calendar UCI WorldTour 2014 guide 2014 UCI Road Calendar 2014 Calendar and iCal UCI 2013-2014 CX Race Calendar Women on Bikes Men's Pro Cycling on Twitter Twitter Hashtags For Races Shop Talk Local Bike Shop Inventory Unwritten rules of cycling etiquette Bicycling's 50 Golden Rules Bike trade tweeps Archive Health and Fitness Tips and Safety Race Reports 5 things you should check before every ride Sunscreen User's Guide |
 "We
predict that Evans won’t make the podium in the Italian grand tour
while van Garderen will surprise the doubters as he takes over the
boss-man role in France." (atwistedspoke.com)
 Costa,
Cancellara, Cavendish, Sagan and Phinney in action. (cyclingnews.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). 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)  A
crib sheet for all of you who may have missed the Euro action
throughout the season. (cxmagazine.com)
 This
Saturday, Marianne Vos [Rabo Liv] will be gunning for her seventh
cyclocross World Championship title – the sixth in a row, in her home
country of The Netherlands. (cxmagazine.com)
 Marvulli,
Bartko given retirement send-off. (cyclingnews.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 3.5 out of 5 stars. "Great handling, stiff and lightweight but
rear end takes a step back." (bikeradar.com).
 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)
 The
2014 Race Face Next SL cranksets with the new CINCH chainring mounting
system launched last August as one of the lightest (possibly the
lightest mass production) cranksets. (bikerumor.com)
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 Bike Index Theft Prevention Bicycle Insurance Lexicon of cycling terms How To Cycle On The Rollers How To Be A Good New Rider Video: The truth about dishonesty Video: Performance Video: Get Dirty Video: The Life of a Bike Seat Video: How to be a road biker Documentary: Cycling’s Greatest Fraud Video Downloads, races and documentaries |  Cadel
Evans (BMC Racing) showed glimpses of the rider who won the 2011 Tour
de France during a thrilling return to form to open the 2014 season
with a stage win and overall podium at the Santos Tour Down Under last
week. (velonews.com)
 The
photo shows Joop Zoetemelk with Aad van der Hoek, Gerrie Knetemann,
Bernard Hinault and Gerben Karstens posing in 1979. (inrng.com)
 Former
Olympic champion rules out taking a year off and then competing again.
(velonation.com)
 Giro
d'Italia contenders expected to show their form at the four-day race.
(cyclingnews.com)
 Governing
body also warns national federations and teams of dangers.
(velonation.com)
 Page
is hoping for a good performance in Hoogerheid. (cyclingnews.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4 out of 5 stars. "One of the best bottom brackets, but the
initial investment is a very large one." (bikeradar.com).
 Thomson,
a company renowned throughout the cycle industry for its beautifully
crafted components, has finally taken the plunge into the world of
frame design and building with their stunning titanium Elite
275. (bikeradar.com)
 The
old guard had its established shell, liner and vent designs, which Kali
then came at from a whole new angle. (mbaction.com)
|  Porte,
Uran, Scarponi also scheduled to take part. (cyclingnews.com)
 Norwegian
to start season at Dubai Tour. (cyclingnews.com)
Marcel Kittel, the top sprinter from the 2013 Tour de France, has a
good sense of humor and he really likes to talk and talk and talk.
(pezcyclingnews.com)
 Jonathan
Vaughters always does things a little differently, so when it came time
to schedule training camps for Garmin-Sharp, he took a step back.
(velonews.com)
 Rising
like a shining city on the hill, Oakley’s sprawling dystopian-esque
headquarters in Southern California is guarded silently by a fully
functioning tank, several strategically placed canons (again, fully
functional), and an incredibly unique design ethos that is visible in
both the building’s architecture and the company’s products.
(bikerumor.com)
 Former
Giro winner says training has been going well, will be part of
Cannondale squad in GP Costa degli Etruschi. (velonation.com)
 Over
the last year, the Japanese yen has lost significant value compared to
the U.S. dollar, making products from Japan less expensive.
(janheine.wordpress.com)
 Threshold
Provisions energy bars are about as simple as you can get, using only
real food ingredients to get a solid mix of healthy carbs, fats and
protein to keep you riding. (bikerumor.com)
Videos:
Tour de France, 2013 and 2014
U.S. Real Time Wind Map 2014 Women's UCI Road Calendar UCI WorldTour 2014 guide 2014 UCI Road Calendar 2014 Calendar and iCal UCI 2013-2014 CX Race Calendar Women on Bikes Men's Pro Cycling on Twitter Twitter Hashtags For Races Shop Talk Local Bike Shop Inventory Unwritten rules of cycling etiquette Bicycling's 50 Golden Rules Bike trade tweeps Archive Health and Fitness Tips and Safety Race Reports 5 things you should check before every ride Sunscreen User's Guide |
 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)
 Colombian
to lead team in Italy. (cyclingnews.com)
 American
looking forward to battle with Vos. (cyclingnews.com)
 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).  "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)
 Olympic
rower and endurance athlete James Cracknell answers your questions in a
weekly health and fitness Q&A. (telegraph.co.uk)
 Spanish
climbing legend writes for Cyclingnews. (cyclingnews.com)
 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)
 Fitness
specialist Polar is poised to launch its first Garmin-style
touch-screen GPS cycle computer, dubbed the
V650. (bikeradar.com)
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 Bike Index Theft Prevention Bicycle Insurance Lexicon of cycling terms How To Cycle On The Rollers How To Be A Good New Rider Video: The truth about dishonesty Video: Performance Video: Get Dirty Video: The Life of a Bike Seat Video Downloads, races and documentaries Documentary: Cycling’s Greatest Fraud |  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)
 Bretagne
– Séché Environnement, Cofidis, IAM Cycling and NetApp.
(cyclingnews.com)
 As
far as pregnancies go The Bike Lane had an extremely long gestation
period. Ten years in fact. (cyclingtips.com.au)
 Australian
set to miss New Zealand Cycle Classic. (cyclingnews.com)
 Here’s
his look at the first 3 days of action and events from the German
Capital. (pezcyclingnews.com)
 Betancur
finished the Tour de San Luis in a lowly 111th position, over 45
minutes down on his fellow countryman Nairo Quintana. (cyclingnews.com)
 Dorel,
the parent company behind Cannondale, Schwinn, GT, Mongoose, Iron Horse
and Sugoi purchased the Canadian brand Guru last year.
(redkiteprayer.com)
 Updated
“Road” kit will keep the precut brake housing sections and will use
double ended Shimano/Campy cables. (bikerumor.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4 out of 5 stars. "We like its breezy nature and matt finish
but the retention system a bit flimsy." (bikeradar.com)..
|  "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)
Former UCI president denies cover-up. (cyclingnews.com)
 Star-studded
line-up for first edition of new race. (velonation.com)
 A
very clear recipe for alleviating shimmy problems based on a
wheelbuilder’s many years of experience. (velonews.com)
 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)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4.5 out of 5 stars. "Uniquely smooth, endlessly enjoyable
day-to-day ride and long-distance machine." (bikeradar.com)
 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)
 The
reigning world-champion squad ramps up for 2014 at Specialized
headquarters in Morgan Hill, California. (bicycling.com)
Videos:
Tour de France, 2013 and 2014
U.S. Real Time Wind Map 2014 Women's UCI Road Calendar UCI WorldTour 2014 guide 2014 UCI Road Calendar 2014 Calendar and iCal UCI 2013-2014 CX Race Calendar Women on Bikes Men's Pro Cycling on Twitter Twitter Hashtags For Races Shop Talk Local Bike Shop Inventory Unwritten rules of cycling etiquette Bicycling's 50 Golden Rules Bike trade tweeps Archive Health and Fitness Tips and Safety Race Reports 5 things you should check before every ride Sunscreen User's Guide |
 Santos
Tour Down Under boss Mike Turtur is hoping the Australian race remains
the UCI WorldTour season opener in January. (velonews.com)
 Gerrans
on song, Evans and Porte on track for Giro. (cyclingnews.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).  Daniel
Martin, winner of the 2013 Liège–Bastogne–Liège, admitted last week
that concentrating on the Giro d’Italia, which begins in Belfast in
May, may see him miss the Tour de France this year. (velonews.com)
 There's
plenty more to big bike races like the Santos Tour Down Under than a
couple hundred bike riders making their way around the countryside.
(cyclingtips.com.au)
 Italian
satisfied with Tour de San Luis showing. (cyclingnews.com)
 Everyone
who competes in bicycle races knows that there are ups and downs. When
we have more ups than downs, it generally means we’ve had a successful
season. (cxmagazine.com)
 Both
bikes are made for the exact same rider. They are basic trailbikes with
hardtail frames, short-travel front suspension and proven components.
(mbaction.com)
 The
first model is the Elite 275, a 650B hardtail built for 120mm to 140mm
forks. (bikerumor.com)
 "For
$60 I now have a tire that I no longer have to think about whether or
not it will get me through a given terrain." (redkiteprayer.com)
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 Bike Index Theft Prevention Bicycle Insurance Lexicon of cycling terms How To Cycle On The Rollers How To Be A Good New Rider Video: The truth about dishonesty Video: Performance Video: Get Dirty Video: The Life of a Bike Seat Video Downloads, races and documentaries Documentary: Cycling’s Greatest Fraud |  When
BMC director Jackson Stewart attended the team presentation of the Tour
de San Luis a week ago Sunday, he said he left with a very distinct
feeling — this race belonged to the local San Luis Somos Todos squad of
last year’s winner Daniel Diaz. (velonews.com)
 Six
of the biggest stars in pro cycling, as well as the best riders in
South America and a handful of top Americans, gathered in San Luis,
Argentina, last week to contest the biggest race on the continent.
(velonews.com)
 The
Tour de San Luis is helping move Argentina’s cycling in the right
direction, says J.J. Haedo. (velonews.com)
 Focus
on each aspect of your cycling as you do it. Plan to make the best of
your ability. Focus on each single training session as you do it, and
only that training session, then move on to the next.
(cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 Riding
In The Wind Explainer. (stickybottle.com)
 Raleigh
USA, teaming up with Cyclocross Magazine, to give one lucky reader a
RXC Pro Disc carbon cyclocross frameset, valued at $2200 – the very
same cyclocross frameset that USA Worlds Team member Allen
Krughoff and his Raleigh-Clement teammates raced this season.
(cxmagazine.com)
 Of
all the cycling companies that have come and gone, one that has
remained a steady fixture is Reynolds. (cyclingweekly.co.uk)
|  Former
Giro chief on women’s cycling, redeveloping the men’s calendar and the
need to shorten the three Grand Tours. (velonation.com)
 Italian
media claims Slovakian prodigy could earn 3.3 million euro per year.
(velonation.com)
 There
are 18 World Tour teams and 17 Pro Continental teams. One difference
from most other sports is that cycling teams come with naming rights
meaning the squad is named after its sponsors. But who are these
backers and what do they do? (inrng.com)
 After
a week of fun in the sun at the Tour Down Under 2014 the race wrapped
up in Adelaide on Sunday. Fun times, tough times and certainly hot
times the race has been a thrill a minute as the GC contenders slugged
it out every day in a battle of mere seconds. (pezcyclingnews.com)
 Via
Bicycle and proprietor Curtis Anthony are Philadelphia cycling
fixtures. There’s no telling how many used bikes of all vintage have
found new life under Curtis’ watch since opening in 1982.
(urbanvelo.org)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 3.5 out of 5 stars. "It's gagging for a fork and tire upgrade,
but the Scale 750 is still a seriously fast and enjoyably aggressive
bike." (bikeradar.com).
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Evans finishes just one second off ochre. (velonation.com)
 In
a sprint finish over home-crowd favorite Francis Mourey the win propels
Meeusen onto the list of possible contenders for the title at the
Cycocross World Championships in Hoogerheide, Netherlands on February
1. (cxmagazine.com)
 The
battle that everyone was hoping to watch didn’t materialize, as Katie
Compton (Trek Cyclocross Collective) dropped out in the second lap,
reportedly after suffering an asthma attack. (cxmagazine.com)
 Raced
alongside the Santos Tour Down Under last week, the Santos Women's Cup
saw a record field of 78 women tackle two criteriums and a road race in
and around Adelaide. (cyclingtips.com.au)
Races
& Results.
Santos Tour Down Under - Jan 19-25, 2014 (Stages), Tour de San Luis - Jan 20-26, 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), 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).  BikeRadar
verdict: 4 out of 5 stars. "Looks great and the Safe-T Smart system
works well too."
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Quintana takes home overall prize in Argentina. (cyclingnews.com)
 Australia
takes control at Tour Down Under. (cyclingnews.com)
 It
was the seconds that made him first. Simon Gerrans won the Tour Down
Under after consistent performances allowed him to take time bonuses
throughout the race. (inrng.com)
 André
Greipel won stage 6 of the Santos Tour Down Under on Sunday in
Adelaide, Australia. Greipel (Lotto-Belisol) was fastest to the line in
a high-speed, criterium-style circuit race through the city.
(velonews.com)
 The
2014 Santos Tour Down Under was a thrilling race with the GC battle
once again coming down to a battle of mere seconds. (pezcyclingnews.com)
 Not
all of the Americans racing in the World Championships have headed to
Europe just yet, but many of them made the trip early to take part in
the last World Cup race of the season in Nommay. (cxmagazine.com)
|
 Italian
says RCS Sport sacking has damaged his reputation and he can’t find
work. (velonation.com)
 BMC
Racing Team rider shrugs off questions about retirement, suggests he’ll
likely ride race again. (velonation.com)
 Italian
avoids serious injury, Appollonio and Teruel break bones.
(cyclingnews.com)
 "The
decision was taken after the team’s dramatic performances in the Tour
de San Luis where one of their riders punched Lotto Belisol’s Kenny De
Haes in the face. Then the team director of Buenos Aires Provincia ran
over Garmin-Sharp’s Tyler Farrar with his car, causing significant
injures." (atwistedspoke.com)
 De
Ketele/Müller challenging for lead. (cyclingnews.com)
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 Sunday's
(Saturday evening North America) Tour Down Under Stage
6 departs Adelaide at 12:30pm local (9:00pm U.S. Eastern,
3:00am CET) and is expected at the finish at Adelaide at around 2:30pm
local (11:00pm U.S. Eastern, 5:00am CET). Tour Down Under
live streaming video should get underway at around 12:00pm local
(8:30pm U.S. Eastern, 2:30am CET). (cyclingfans.com)
 Simon
Gerrans (Orica-GreenEdge) doesn’t win often, but when he does, he wins
big. (velonews.com)
Cadel Evans losses overall lead to Simon Gerrans on Willunga Hill.
 Omega
Pharma-QuickStep rider training in Mallorca. (cyclingnews.com)
 This
is the last event in the season's world cup. Live streaming
video Sunday: Women: 1:30pm CET (7:30am U.S. Eastern) - Men: 3:00pm CET
(9:00am U.S. Eastern).
 After
being pulled from the U23 Belgian National Championship event for a
false start, Telenet-Fidea rider Wout van Aert had one thing on his
mind—revenge. (cxmagazine.com)
Races
& Results.
Santos Tour Down Under - Jan 19-25, 2014 (Stages), Tour de San Luis - Jan 20-26, 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), 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).  un
not surf. Mark Cavendish swears by the Tour de San Luis and
rules out a Tour Down Under return. He said that the province in
central Argentina has everything he needs. Forget the South Australian
seaside race. (cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 These
days there are plenty of choices for recovery products for cyclists.
Too many, in fact. (atwistedspoke.com)
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 Quintana
holds onto race lead. (cyclingnews.com)
 With
two summit finishes and a time trial completed, the general
classification of the eighth Tour de San Luís has taken shape.
(velonews.com)
 Swiss
rider tests material at Palma Arena velodrome. (cyclingnews.com)
 Sidelined
from racing for six months following a crash in the 2013 Tour de
France, Jurgen Van den Broeck returned to the sport this week in
Argentina. (velonews.com)
 Gerrans
on verge of third overall Tour Down Under victory. (cyclingnews.com)
 Omega
Pharma-Quick Step young climber inspired by Purito. (cyclingnews.com)
 Former
Argentinian road race champion died from injuries. (cyclingnews.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 3.5 out of 5 stars. "Surefooted rather than springy and
sparky, but an affordable all-round
aristocrat." (bikeradar.com)
 Saturday's
Tour de San Luis Stage 6 departs Las Chacras at 11:37am local (9:37am
U.S. Eastern, 15:37 CET) and is expected at the finish at Merlo
(Mirador del Sol) at around 4:30pm local (2:30pm U.S. Eastern, 20:30
CET). Tour de San Luis live video streaming is expected for
the start
and the finish. Note that live radio streaming should be
available
throughout the race. (cyclingfans.com)
|
 American
looks set in second place on GC. (cyclingnews.com)
 One
second behind new race leader Simon Gerrans. (cyclingnews.com)
 Relishing
role as team GC contender at Australian race. (cyclingnews.com)
 Movistar
rider hoping to work on time trialling at San Luis. (cyclingnews.com)
 Astana
rider aiming for Tour de France, Ardennes Classics. (cyclingnews.com)
 The
Chub-E takes the electric assist out of the hubs and uses a Bosch
crank-drive electric motor. (mbaction.com)
 There
are seemingly no shortage of wall mounted bicycle storage options on
the market. All are trying to solve the problem of keeping your bike
indoors and out of the way. (bikerumor.com)
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 Saturday's
(Friday evening North America) Tour Down Under Stage 5 (Pure Blonde
stage) departs McLaren Vale at 11:10am local (7:40pm U.S. Eastern,
1:40am CET) and is expected at the finish at Willunga Hill at around
3:02pm local (11:32pm U.S. Eastern, 5:32am CET). Tour Down
Under live streaming video should get underway at around 11:00am local
(7:30pm U.S. Eastern, 1:30am CET). (cyclingfans.com)
 Tour
Down Under leader Cadel Evans must put time into Simon Gerrans on the
famous Willunga climb if he is to win the title on Sunday. (sbs.com.au)
 UniSA
rider impressive in WorldTour Debut. (cyclingnews.com)
André Greipel won stage 4 of the Santos Tour Down Under on Friday in
Victor Harbor, Australia. Greipel (Lotto-Belisol) won a reduced bunch
sprint after the peloton ripped apart in crosswinds midway through the
148-kilometer leg from Unley. (velonews.com)
 Orica-GreenEdge
captain claws back five seconds on windy stage. (cyclingnews.com)
 Belkin
team leader half a minute back in Tour Down Under but remains
determined. (velonation.com)
Races
& Results.
Santos Tour Down Under - Jan 19-25, 2014 (Stages), Tour de San Luis - Jan 20-26, 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), 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).  Sky
rider disappointed witheld prize money story was revealed.
(cyclingnews.com)
 Christian
Prudhomme pays visit to South Australia and discusses TDU's WorldTour
status. (cyclingnews.com)
 Eduardo
Sepulveda thanks the Tour de San Luis. The Argentinean stage race
allowed him a chance to train at the World Cycling Centre and to sign
with French second division team Bretagne. (velonews.com)
 Beleaguered
French cycling outfit Cofidis will be looking to French riders Cyril
Lemoine and Julien Simon to lift the team this season after a difficult
2013. (pelotonmagazine.com)
 After
a successful Christmas period of racing followed by an impressive
silver medal at Belgian National Championships, Rob Peeters appears to
have timed his form to perfection for Cyclocross World Championships in
Hoogerheide on February 2nd. (cxmagazine.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 3.5 out of 5 stars. "A genuinely cheap alternative to an
action camera for many but unusable on rainy
days." (bikeradar.com)
 Somewhere
between running his team and putting on this little show called NAHBS,
Don Walker finds time to build a few bikes. (bikerumor.com)
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 Malori
bests Phinney in 19km test. (cyclingnews.com)
 BMC
rider bested by Malori in Tour de San Luis. (cyclingnews.com)
 Only
four second GC differential entering Friday's time trial.
(cyclingnews.com)
 Colombian
says he's caught in between two of the sport's grand tours — and his
team's sponsors. (velonews.com)
 Tour
de San Luis time trial first goal of 2014. (cyclingnews.com)
 Today’s
race against the clock likely to be crucial to final outcome.
(velonation.com)
 Italian
unconcerned by losing 16 minutes on summit finish. (cyclingnews.com)
 So
why does a smaller UCI 2.1-ranked race attract the biggest names while
the WorldTour-ranked Tour Down Under doesn’t? Part of the reason is the
UCI’s “sporting value” criterion. (cyclingtips.com.au)
 "Yes,
we are still racing cyclocross in SoCal, and yes, we’re doing it with
unzipped jerseys and absolutely killer tan lines." (cxmagazine.com)
 De
Maar, 29, was born in the Netherlands and started his pro career with
Rabobank, spending four injury-plagued years with the Dutch team, from
2006 to 2009. (velonews.com)
 Oakley
consistently comes out top in glasses tests; its style, performance and
attention to detail are almost second to none. In preparation for this
summer's glasses test in Cycling Plus we’ve got a pair of Radarlock
Path Vented glasses with Polarized lenses. (bikeradar.com)
 When
a rim didn't pass Velocity's quality control it was sold to a scrap
yard. Convinced there was a better use for leftover rims, they looked
for a creative alternative. (mbaction.com)
 The
wheels feature 24 straight-pull Zircal aluminum spokes on the front and
a mere 20 spokes out back. Similarly, the Charge tire is 2.4 inches
wide, while it’s rear-specific counterpart, the Roam, is 2.3 inches (on
26-inch wheels). (velonews.com)
 Friday's
Tour de San Luis Stage 5, a 19.2km Individual Time Trial at San Luis,
gets underway at 3:20pm local (1:20pm U.S. Eastern, 19:20 CET) with the
departure of the first rider. Tour de San Luis live
video streaming is
expected, possibly for the entire ITT. Note that live radio
streaming
should be available throughout the race. (cyclingfans.com)
|
 Cycling
coach Jonathan Gibson talks us through 10 common sense tips for getting
the best out of ourselves covering all aspects of the sport, from
clothing to training and diet. (stickybottle.com)
 Danilo
Di Luca may need a helping hand with his performances on the bike, but
the drug-shamed Italian proved this week that his mental arithmetic
skills could still function with but a sudden natural rush of blood to
the head. (uk.eurosport.yahoo.com)
 USADA
announced today that Daniel Baker, 37, of Brighton, Mass., has tested
positive for a prohibited exogenous androgenic anabolic steroid (and/or
its metabolites)
and accepted a two-year suspension for his offense. (cxmagazine.com)
 Grassroots
anti-doping effort expands. (cyclingnews.com)
 Women’s
racing is deservedly picking up more and more of a profile, and why
shouldn’t it when the most complete racer in the world is the stand-out
superstar? (pezcyclingnews.com)
 13
major teams plotting a commercial transformation of the sport.
(cyclingnews.com)
 Gazzetta
dello Sport compares his case to Armstrong and Hamilton.
(cyclingnews.com)
 Watching
Cadel Evans battling with Richie Porte on Corkscrew Hill at the Tour
Down Under was a thrill—and also a prelude to their potential showdown
at the Giro d’Italia in four months’ time. (pelotonmagazine.com)
 A riverside
cycle path that’s neither scenic, hard nor famous. But this is a key
route for Flemish cyclists and you’ll spot more pros here than on the
Koppenberg. (inrng.com)
 "Gravel
Grinding is the new “hot” trend in cycling. I am very excited about
this. Riding on gravel is great fun." (janheine.wordpress.com)
 Kenny
Dehaes [Lotto-Belisol] hadn’t come off his bike, but finished stage 3
of the Tour de San Luis with an unexplained black eye. (cyclingnews.com)
 As
the popularity of gravel racing increases, so too does the number of
companies introducing gravel road bikes or, as is the case with
Specialized, creating gravel versions of an existing cyclocross
bike. (bikeradar.com)
 A
new feature to Cyclismas, a regular column on bike wrenching and
commuting by the Internet curmudgeon known as Ge Willi. Aptly titled
“Two Cone Wrenches and a Megaphone.” (cyclismas.com)
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 Friday's
(Thursday evening North America) Tour Down Under Stage 4 (Bupa stage)
departs Unley at 11:30am local (8:00pm U.S. Eastern, 2:00am CET) and is
expected at the finish at Victor Harbor at around 3:25pm local (11:55pm
U.S. Eastern, 5:55am CET). Tour Down Under live streaming
video should get underway at around 1:30pm local (10:00pm U.S. Eastern,
4:00am CET). (cyclingfans.com)
Attack on the Corkscrew dropped Porte and Gerrans. (cyclingnews.com)
 Former
Tour de France champion Cadel Evans won stage 3 of the Santos Tour Down
Under on Thursday in Campbelltown, Australia. Evans (BMC Racing)
attacked his way to victory in the 145-kilometer leg from Norwood.
(velonews.com)
Races
& Results.
Santos Tour Down Under - Jan 19-25, 2014 (Stages), Tour de San Luis - Jan 20-26, 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), 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).  Dutchman
lies in fifth place overall. (cyclingnews.com)
 Swedish
mountain biker hopes to build on successful 2013. (cyclingnews.com)
 The
rotors are new. And lighter. And set up is now even easier
thanks to the inclusion of their brilliant Crosshair alignment system.
But the performance is the same, which is to say very good for a
mechanical brake. (bikerumor.com)
 The
Casco SPEEDster is a new addition to the upmarket German brand’s
portfolio of cycling helmets. (bikeradar.com)
 Four
aluminum wheels strut their stuff in the age of carbon.
(roadbikeaction.com)
 Up
to 6,000 online shoppers buying Easton, Giro, Blackburn and Bell
products have had their personal details – including credit card
numbers and security codes - stolen in a cyber
attack. (bikeradar.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4 out of 5 stars. "Well made, with good straps and just the
right amount of padding." (bikeradar.com)
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Gaimon defends GC lead. (cyclingnews.com)
 UCI
president Brian Cookson is encouraging Lance Armstrong to participate
in an upcoming drugs inquiry, but said Thursday that he won’t be hat in
hand asking for the banned American’s assistance. (velonews.com)
 Bike
brands love telling stories about cooperation with their pro riders, of
using the best riders in the world to develop products to match. There
is, of course, a wide spectrum of truth to these claims; some brands do
indeed work closely with athletes during the engineering process. Many,
perhaps most, do not. (velonews.com)
 How
should USAC be funding cyclocross? Does USA Cycling spend enough money
on cyclocross, and should the money they do spend be focused on funding
a Worlds team over there, or should they spend more money on expanding
the sport from a participation and junior development standpoint?
(cxmagazine.com)
 "My
single favorite feature of the pedal is the double-sided engagement."
(redkiteprayer.com)
 The
new 2014 Lapierre Aircode was just unveiled for French pro cycling team
FDJ.fr, giving them the brand’s first aero road bike. (bikerumor.com)
 The
Giant Propel was launched at the start of 2013 and we were blown away
by the amount of work that had gone into developing the bike.
(cyclingweekly.co.uk)
A
free service that couldn’t be easier to use, Bike Index allows you to
register your bikes into a searchable database, helping to match bikes
with owners. (urbanvelo.org)
 Thursday's
Tour de San Luis Stage 4 departs El Potrero de los Funes at 12:24pm
local (10:24am U.S. Eastern, 16:24 CET) and is expected at the finish
at Alto El Amago at around 5:00pm local (3:00pm U.S. Eastern, 21:00
CET). Tour de San Luis live video streaming is expected for
the
start and the finish. Note that live radio streaming should be
available throughout the race. (cyclingfans.com)
|
 American
would ride Giro and Vuelta for Italian team. (cyclingnews.com)
 Former
race director says Yellow Fluo team should have had to sit out the race
after 2013 doping positives. (velonation.com)
 “You
can call me the Elvis of breakaways.” (velonation.com)
 An
Aussie favorite exploded the race with an impressive attack on the
infamous Corkscrew Road climb to take the stage win and the GC lead.
(pezcyclingnews.com)
 Ouch.
One drawback of Team Sky's new lightweight, aerodynamic mesh skinsuit
has been revealed by Chris Froome - it does not protect the rider from
the sun's ultra violet rays. (cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 Italian
celebrates 30 years after beating Merckx's record. (cyclingnews.com)
 Spaniard
says he's as good as ever this year. (cyclingnews.com)
 The History of Mountain Biking
is a special edition publication that charts mountain biking's rise
from the dying embers of the 1960s hippie movement in California to the
tech-driven super sport it is today. (bikeradar.com)
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 Thursday's
(Wednesday evening North America) Tour Down Under Stage 3 departs
Norwood at 11:00am local (7:30pm U.S. Eastern, 1:30am CET) and is
expected at the finish at Campbelltown at around 2:56pm local (11:26pm
U.S. Eastern, 5:26am CET). Tour Down Under live streaming
video should
get underway at around 1:00pm local (9:30pm U.S. Eastern, 3:30am
CET). (cyclingfans.com)
 Simon
Gerrans second place extends his overall lead. (cyclingnews.com)
 Three-time
Australian women’s time trial champion wins final stage in Adelaide.
(cyclingnews.com)
 Lampre-Merida
riders are watching with interest to see if team bosses sign Vuelta a
España winner Chris Horner. (velonews.com)
 Vincenzo
Nibali (Astana) is getting the early jump this week on his Tour de
France rivals at the Tour de San Luís. He is the only one of the top
Tour favorites to have opened his 2014 season. (velonews.com)
Races
& Results.
Santos Tour Down Under - Jan 19-25, 2014 (Stages), Tour de San Luis - Jan 20-26, 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), 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).  Christian
Heule is a multiple Swiss cyclocross champion, was a cross and road
pro, and is currently a manager at SwissStop, one of the world’s
leading brake pad producers. (cxmagazine.com)
 Spaniard
calls Brailsford "best manager ever." (cyclingnews.com)
 When
winter’s worst weather drives you inside, these trainers keep you
rolling. (bicycling.com)
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 Italian
gives Trek its second win of the week. (cyclingnews.com)
 American
climber talks about the motivation of moving teams, season goals and
his father’s recovery from a brain injury. (velonation.com)
 Wednesday's
Tour de San Luis Stage 3 departs Tilisarao at 1:44pm local (11:44am
U.S. Eastern, 17:44 CET) and is expected at the finish at Juana Koslay
at around 6:00pm local (4:00pm U.S. Eastern, 22:00 CET). Tour
de San
Luis live video streaming is expected for the start and the finish.
Note that live radio streaming should be available throughout the
race. (cyclingfans.com)
 The
Tour de San Luís nearly had two American stage winners in two days on
Tuesday, when Peter Stetina (BMC Racing) fell just short of pulling off
a summit victory on the Mirador del Potrero de los Funes. (velonews.com)
 The
Tour de France is cycling’s ultimate prize, the biggest, best and
wealthiest race in the world. But for all the Tour’s success
and wealth, teams struggle for stability, many come and go while the
Tour has celebrated one hundred editions. (inrng.com)
 UCI
president Brian Cookson confirmed on Wednesday that cycling’s calendar
is under review, and the sport’s world governing body is looking
closely the status of current WorldTour events such as the Santos Tour
Down Under. Changes could come by 2016. (velonews.com)
 McConneloug
and Broderick top mixed duo results. (cyclingnews.com)
 French
cycling phenomenon Robert Marchand, 102, will attempt to break his own
hour record at the new national velodrome on January 31, it was
announced on Tuesday. (bicycling.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4 out of 5 stars. "Light shoes with unparalleled stiffness and
about the most tunable fit of any cycling shoe we've
tried." (bikeradar.com)
|
 Italian
refuses to give details of his doping accusations. (cyclingnews.com)
 Tony
Martin is the fastest man against the clock at the moment, but he has
many more targets than the rainbow jersey. (pezcyclingnews.com)
 "Can
I use the newer DA 7900 shifters with my DA 7800 drivetrain?"
(velonews.com)
 A
free service that couldn’t be easier to use, Bike Index allows you to
register your bikes into a searchable database, helping to match bikes
with owners. (urbanvelo.org)
 One
of the first things beginner cyclists have to learn is how to be
comfortable in the stretchy pants – and your own skin. The Rapha Road
Race Mesh Skinsuit has taken that to the next level. (bikerumor.com)
 Persistent
rumors and knowledge sources claim that Chris Horner will
shortly sign a contract with ProTour squad
Lampre-Merida. (atwistedspoke.com)
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 Australian
champion moves into a commanding position with Ochre jersey lead.
(cyclingnews.com)
 Shara
Gillow soloed to victory on Prospect Road on Stage three of the Santos
Women’s Cup while Orica-AIS team-mate Loes Gunnewijk clinched the
overall series victory. (sbs.com.au)
 André
Greipel was second on the opening stage of the Tour Down Under. Getting
beaten by Simon Gerrans was an upset but Greipel’s presence in the
front group was a surprise. Or was it? (inrng.com)
Races
& Results.
Santos Tour Down Under - Jan 19-25, 2014 (Stages), Tour de San Luis - Jan 20-26, 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), 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).  Racing
gets underway in Chile. (cyclingnews.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4 out of 5 stars. "An accomplished high-performance frame with
generally good spec." (bikeradar.com)
 Team
Sky riders will use the direct-drive trainers with built-in power
meters at races and at home. (bikeradar.com)
 Sunday's
Tour Down Under People's Choice Classic departs Adelaide, East End at
7:00pm local (3:30am U.S. Eastern, 9:30am CET) and is expected at the
finish at Adelaide, East End at around 8:00pm local (4:30am U.S.
Eastern, 10:30am CET). Tour Down Under People's Choice
Classic live streaming should be available throughout. (cyclingfans.com)
Rules
of the
Road
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 Stetina
out-sprinted on mountain top, Gaimon keeps race lead. (cyclingnews.com)
 His
first day racing for a UCI ProTeam after a five-year pro career spent
racing for Continental teams like Bissell, Kenda, and Jelly Belly.
(velonews.com)
 "If
I get in the break, nobody knows who the hell I am." (cyclingnews.com)
 Taylor
Phinney takes comfort in the Chinese Year of the Horse. The American
was born in that year, which comes around again this January 31.
(cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 Mark
Renshaw (Omega Pharma-Quick Step) is the first to admit his experiment
at taking shots at winning sprints on his own didn’t pan out as he had
hoped.
 Enrique
Gómez Bastida is third Agency boss in four months. (cyclingnews.com)
 We
always like to goggle at an ultra-indulgent special edition bike, and
one of the best we’ve seen for a few months has just cropped up: the
Storck Aernario Signature edition. (bikeradar.com)
 Felt
Bicycles just announced their 2014 Enduro team, the company’s biggest
and strongest to date. (mbaction.com)
 Tuesday's
Tour de San Luis Stage 2 departs La Punta at 1:40pm local (11:40am U.S.
Eastern, 17:40 CET) and is expected at the finish at Mirador de El
Potrero at around 6:00pm local (4:00pm U.S. Eastern, 22:00
CET). Tour de San Luis live video streaming is expected, at
least for the finish. Live radio streaming should be available
throughout the race. (cyclingfans.com)
|
 Italian
gives revealing interview. (cyclingnews.com)
Rrace-by-race guide to the UCI WorldTour for the 2014 cycling
season. (telegraph.co.uk)
 If
Marco Pantani makes this list for his climbing panache, Armstrong makes
it for his precise application of power. (velonews.com)
 Trek
rider finishes 18th in first race since his ban. (cyclingnews.com)
 While
it may seem counter intuitive, there comes a point where the snow gets
too deep for even fatbikes. (bikerumor.com)
 Forget
everything you know about the Sensor, because GT is moving into a new
era. (mbaction.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 3 out of 5 stars. "Dark colored lube that makes drivetrains
run smooth and quietly." (bikeradar.com)
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 Gaimon
took the breakaway victory in the 164-kilometer opening leg of the
seven-day stage race, which started in San Luís. (velonews.com)
 Imagine
holding a party, you invite lots of people only to discover someone
else in your social circle is holding their own party on the very same
day. Some friends and locals show up but most of your friends are
partying on the other side of town. Awkward. (inrng.com)
 The
Aussies are all in a tizzy over a 19-year-old prospect who many believe
could be the next big thing.
Sunday's
Tour Down Under People's Choice Classic departs Adelaide, East End at
7:00pm local (3:30am U.S. Eastern, 9:30am CET) and is expected at the
finish at Adelaide, East End at around 8:00pm local (4:30am U.S.
Eastern, 10:30am CET). Tour Down Under People's Choice
Classic live streaming should be available throughout. (cyclingfans.com)
 "The
app provides in-depth access and analysis of every aspect of the first
UCI WorldTour race of 2014." (cyclingnews.com)
 The
future is now for Tejay van Garderen, and BMC Racing is throwing the
full weight of the team behind his bid to win the Tour de France.
(velonews.com)
Races
& Results.
Santos Tour Down Under - Jan 19-25, 2014 (Stages), Tour de San Luis - Jan 20-26, 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), 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).  Monday's
Tour de San Luis Stage 1 departs San Luis at 1:21pm local (11:21am U.S.
Eastern, 17:21 CET) and is expected at the finish at Villa Mercedes at
around 5:30pm local (3:30pm U.S. Eastern, 21:30 CET). Tour de
San Luis live video streaming is expected, at least for the
finish. Note that live radio streaming should be available
throughout the race. (cyclingfans.com)
 The
frame set with fork tips is a claimed 1,190g and the complete bike as
shown is just under 5.4kg (11.9lb). (bikerumor.com)
 It’s
a been a long development story for family founders Bruce, Becky and
Alex Bernstein, but they finally started shipping last year.
(bikerumor.com)
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 There
was no shortage of energy at Sunday night's team presentation at the
Tour de San Luís. Many of the world's top riders opened their 2014
seasons in Argentina with the seven-day stage race. (velonews.com)
 "The
only thing it appears to me is that [cycling] must be the only
profession in the world where looking after your health and trying to
be healthy can ruin your career and all but ruin your life."
(cyclingnews.com)
 The
man behind the Drapac team has continued his attack on the AIS and its
director Matt Favier, saying the elite national sports system is
fundamentally flawed. (sbs.com.au)
 Filippo
Pozzato trains to win. After a disappointing 2013, the Lampre-Merida
rider wants to return to beat Peter Sagan, Fabian Cancellara, and Tom
Boonen in the monuments. (velonews.com)
 Adelaide
in summer, is HOT. There is simply no other way to describe it.
(pezcyclingnews.com)
 American
TT specialist enjoys best winter to date. (velonation.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 5 out of 5 stars. "Secure fit and minimal but comfortable
padding." (bikeradar.com)
 An
innovative composites engineer who designed Team GB’s record-breaking
Olympic track bikes has been hired to help review the UCI’s bike design
regulations. (bikeradar.com)
 The
sport of mountain biking evolves at a speed that most sports can only
dream about. (mbaction.com)
 If
you’ve let the muck build up on your bike, here's a step-by-step guide
that will get it looking like new – and running much better – in less
than an hour. (bikeradar.com)
 Aficionados
sometimes called them “peanut butter wrenches,” even though I don’t
know of anybody who actually has used them to spread peanut butter.
(janheine.wordpress.com)
|
 Canadian
banned until August 2015. (cyclingnews.com)
 Orica-AIS
rider Amanda Spratt soloed to victory in the second round of the Santos
Women’s Cup in Angaston, South Australia. (sbs.com.au)
 The
former Italian national champion fractured his tibia after hitting the
advertising barriers on a corner during the warm-up race for this
week's Santos Tour Down Under. (cyclingnews.com)
 UnitedHealthcare
rider undergoing chemotherapy after successful brain surgery.
(cyclingnews.com)
 Looking
fit and trim, American Tyler Farrar has come to the Tour de San Luis
knowing that he has much to prove in 2014, and that he’ll likely be
doing it on his own on a revamped Garmin-Sharp squad that is focused on
GC ambitions. (velonews.com)
 Tom
Boonen and Fabian Cancellara have dominated the classics over the last
nine years. Between them, they account for 12 wins in the Ronde van
Vlaanderen and Paris-Roubaix — two-thirds of the total on offer.
(velonews.com)
 With
the exceptions of the Tour of Flanders and Paris-Roubaix, where the
team will ride the Synapse, the entire team will ride the SuperSix EVO
for road races. (redkiteprayer.com)
 Peter
Sagan said that he must keep calm to meet his 2014 objectives. He
finished one step behind in major one-day races Milan-San Remo and Tour
of Flanders last year. (cyclingweekly.co.uk)
It can be the small parts that truly make or break an unorthodox bike
build. (urbanvelo.org)
 Easton
has gone back to the drawing board and revised its range of wheels for
2014. (cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 The
68-year-old Pulitzer Prize-winning poet is suffering from a broken hip,
rib and collarbone, as well as a head injury. (bikingbis.com)
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 Tyler
Farrar looks after himself now. The American sprinter said that he must
prove his worth in the sprints because until then his Garmin-Sharp team
is giving its attention to stage racing. (cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 New
Giant Shimano team clocks up first victory of the season.
(velonation.com)
 Newly
crowned 2014 Belgian National Cyclocross Champion Sven Nys took the win
at Kasteelcross Zonnebeke in commanding style. (cxmagazine.com)
 There
will be LIVE video on Sunday, January 19 starting at 5:30pm local
(6:30pm U.S. Eastern or 12:30am CET). (geo-restricted).
(cyclingiq.com)
Races
& Results.
Santos Tour Down Under - Jan 19-25, 2014 (Stages), Tour de San Luis - Jan 20-26, 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), 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).  Chris
Hoy, the retired king of the boards, said Team Sky’s success in the
Tour de France has roots in the pine. (velonews.com)
Sunday's
Tour Down Under People's Choice Classic departs Adelaide, East End at
7:00pm local (3:30am U.S. Eastern, 9:30am CET) and is expected at the
finish at Adelaide, East End at around 8:00pm local (4:30am U.S.
Eastern, 10:30am CET). Tour Down Under People's Choice
Classic live streaming should be available throughout. (cyclingfans.com)
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Former UCI President bides his time as Commission starts.
(cyclingnews.com)
 Orica-AIS
opened its Santos Women’s Cup account with its riders sweeping the
podium in the criterium race held in Adeleide. (sbs.com.au)
Australian U23 national champ takes another forward step.
(cyclingnews.com)
 Getting
to Adelaide was not simple plan, to drive 2000km across the
outback through 100+ degree heat, crossing bushfires, desert plains and
native wildlife to make it to a cycling nirvana, the 2014 Santos Tour
Down Under. (pezcyclingnews.com)
 Italian
crashes during People's Choice Classic. (cyclingnews.com)
 Fränk
Schleck (Trek Factory Racing) returns to competition this week for the
first time since his controversial positive during the 2012 Tour de
France. (velonews.com)
 Czech
rider believes NetApp-Endura can secure wildcard entry.
(cyclingnews.com)
 Belgian
to remain with team until 2017. (cyclingnews.com)
|
 Powers
took the leader’s jersey after soloing to victory in stage 3, taking a
lead of more than three minutes. (velonews.com)
 Does
it exist? Stage 18 of this summer’s Tour de France finishes in Hautacam
but many maps don’t show anywhere called Hautacam. What is certain is
that the climb exists and if it is a relative newcomer to the Tour de
France, it’s a case-study of Pyrenean climbing with an irregular
road. (inrng.com)
 Californian
excited for taste of Argentinian racing. (cyclingnews.com)
 Polish
rider hoping to build on 2013 Giro d'Italia result.
(cyclingperspective.com)
 Psychological
study reveals how we feel about sportspeople. (independent.co.uk)
 "Today
in Adelaide we had the opportunity to photograph all 18 ProTeam bikes
(plus the wildcard teams) at the Tour Down Under and showcase them here
for you." (cyclingtips.com.au)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 3 out of 5 stars. "A stiff bike that transfers power well, but
the wheels aren't up to the standard of the rest of the
package." (bikeradar.com)
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 Coverage
gets underway Sunday at 2:30pm CET (8:30am U.S. Eastern) with the Elite
Men race beginning 30 minutes later, at 3:00pm CET (9:00am U.S.
Eastern). (cyclingfans.com)
 Decision
could be made right up until start time on Tuesday’s opening leg of
race. (velonation.com)
 Says
fire-threatened stage one could decide who loses TDU. (cyclingnews.com)
 Latest
news from the cycling heartland, starting with La Doyenne's new route.
(podiumcafe.com)
Sunday's
Tour Down Under People's Choice Classic departs Adelaide, East End at
7:00pm local (3:30am U.S. Eastern, 9:30am CET) and is expected at the
finish at Adelaide, East End at around 8:00pm local (4:30am U.S.
Eastern, 10:30am CET). Tour Down Under People's Choice
Classic live streaming should be available throughout. (cyclingfans.com)
There
will be LIVE video on Sunday, January 19 starting at 5:30pm local
(6:30pm U.S. Eastern or 12:30am CET). (geo-restricted).
(cyclingiq.com)
Races
& Results.
Santos Tour Down Under - Jan 19-25, 2014 (Stages), Tour de San Luis - Jan 20-26, 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), 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). Monday's
Tour de San Luis Stage 1 departs San
Luis and finishes at Villa Mercede. Tour de San Luis
live video streaming is expected for the finish. (cyclingfans.com)
 Decision
possible by end of Tour de San Luis. (cyclingnews.com)
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of the
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 Responding
to a report that Chris Horner is on the verge of signing with
Lampre-Merida, the team’s general manager Brent Copeland told VeloNews
Saturday that he’s “very interested” in bringing Horner on board,
adding that, if the team can find the budget, he hopes to have Horner’s
signature by Friday, January 24. (velonews.com)
 Italian
considering an appeal to CAS. (cyclingnews.com)
 French
cycling has been in a pit for quite some time, no Tour de France
winners since Bernard Hinault in 1985. Now there is a young rider from
Brittany, just like Hinault, who could return French pride, that rider
is Warren Barguil. (pezcyclingnews.com)
 Movistar
rider a regular podium feature at Australian race. (cyclingnews.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4.5 out of 5 stars. "Fantastic design execution - space
efficient, no stress storage solution but a fiddly
install." (bikeradar.com)
 Racing
Tour Down Under to start the season. (cyclingnews.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 3 out of 5 stars. "The Dominer is chunky and fun, but its high
mass mutes anything that isn’t a straight
plummet." (bikeradar.com)
 One
of the questions thatr is often asked by women getting into cycling is
whether they need a women-specific bike. Well, the definitive answer
is... maybe. (bikeradar.com)
|
 Belgian
targets Milan-San Remo as first goal of the year. (cyclingnews.com)
 Marcel
Kittel (Giant-Shimano) said he’s ready to handle the pressure of living
up to expectations that come with last year’s breakout Tour de France.
(velonews.com)
 World
champion acknowledges combining road and MTB is her limit.
(cyclingnews.com)
 Pair
to race together at Tirreno-Adriatico. (cyclingnews.com)
 If
Spinal Tap’s Nigel Tufnel were a cyclist, he’d certainly approve of
SRAM’s Force 22, which does indeed “go to 11.” But the group occupies
an unusual middle ground between the no-holds-barred technology found
in SRAM’s top-tier Red group and the convenient compatibility that
comes with workhorse kits. (velonews.com)
 The
heart and soul of all Novatec wheels are their hubs, and the R5 carbon
clinchers are equipped with the brand’s own that feature polished
black-anodized bodies housing all of the internals, including stainless
steel bearings from Japan. (roadbikeaction.com)
 Photochromic
lenses automatically adjust to changing light conditions, whether you
are riding in bright sunlight or in the shade. (mbaction.com)
 Welshman
looking to build towards classics. (cyclingnews.com)
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 American
Chris Horner is poised to sign with the Italan Lampre-Merida squad,
sources close to the situation have told VeloNews. (velonews.com)
 New
prime in Bastogne at kilometer 100, Faucons returns. (cyclingnews.com)
Sunday's
Tour Down Under People's Choice Classic departs Adelaide, East End at
7:00pm local (3:30am U.S. Eastern, 9:30am CET) and is expected at the
finish at Adelaide, East End at around 8:00pm local (4:30am U.S.
Eastern, 10:30am CET). Tour Down Under People's Choice
Classic live streaming should be available throughout. (cyclingfans.com)
 Monday's
Tour de San Luis Stage 1 departs San
Luis and finishes at Villa Mercede. Tour de San Luis
live video streaming is expected for the finish. (cyclingfans.com)
There
will be LIVE video on Sunday, January 19 starting at 5:30pm local
(6:30pm U.S. Eastern or 12:30am CET). (geo-restricted).
(cyclingiq.com)
Races
& Results.
Santos Tour Down Under - Jan 19-25, 2014 (Stages), Tour de San Luis - Jan 20-26, 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), 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).  Marcel
Kittel quit athletics for cycling when he was 13, raced in
cross-country mountain biking ("which was kind of funny because of
course I didn't like the climbs it was really a lot of fun to go
downhill"), was on the German national road team as a youth, progressed
through the ranks and hasn't looked back since. (cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 "We
chatted with Elle Anderson, who isn’t a stranger to cyclocross but has
been having the breakout season of the year, with two wins at
Gloucester, and a second place—ahead of Katie Compton—in Providence."
(cxmagazine.com)
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BMC rider suspended for 2009 blood doping. (cyclingnews.com)
 Welcome
to a new season of racing. The Tour de San Luis is next week too and
the Tropicale Amissa Bongo has opened the pro calendar but this is the
first race on the UCI WorldTour calendar. All the big teams together
and it’s all on TV. (inrng.com)
 Former
Giro d'Italia race director Michele Acquarone has criticized the
selection of wildcard teams for the top professional cycle races,
saying that the system does not make sense in modern cycling.
(cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 As
much as we love cross, we're getting antsy. Road season is just around
the corner, and why aren't we having the world championships already?
Here's a look at the weekend's racing. (podiumcafe.com)
 When
rain this winter shows no sign of letting up here's a few tips on how
you can keep riding through the worst of it. (cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 Fix
It Sticks are CNC’d aluminum sticks that fit together to make a
T-handle-style wrench. (mbaction.com)
 “Bikes
merge with Traffic”? What do they mean? Aren’t cyclists part of
traffic? Can you imagine a sign on the freeway saying “Right lane ends.
Trucks merge with traffic”? (janheine.wordpress.com)
 Described
as the 'ultimate machine for ambitious triathletes and time
triallists', this is Cube's top-of-the-line aero
offering. (bikeradar.com)
|
 Tinkoff-Saxo
team owner explains how he wants to change the cycling business model.
(cyclingnews.com)
 There
are talents from the traditional Euro hotbeds of the sport, and a few
from farther afield. (pezcyclingnews.com)
 Colombian
confirms he will ride Giro and Vuelta. (cyclingnews.com)
 "We
spoke withRyan Trebon after he took second place in the Elite Men’s
race, and he filled us in on his tactics, what worked, and what
didn’t." (cxmagazine.com)
 Blue
bracelets go on sale this month. (cyclingnews.com)
 AC’s
Wheel Bag is an oversized item, allowing four road wheels (without
tires) to fit inside and close easily. (bikerumor.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4.5 out of 5 stars. "Naturally rapid and responsive 11-speed
machine at a proper bargain price." (bikeradar.com)
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Sunday's
Tour Down Under People's Choice Classic departs Adelaide, East End at
7:00pm local (3:30am U.S. Eastern, 9:30am CET) and is expected at the
finish at Adelaide, East End at around 8:00pm local (4:30am U.S.
Eastern, 10:30am CET). Tour Down Under People's Choice
Classic live streaming should be available throughout. (cyclingfans.com)
 Adelaide
rated hottest city on earth earlier today. (velonation.com)
 Following
the 2014 team presentation in Los Angeles, California, Cannondale Pro
Cycling plans to focus its attention on South America where the team
will take on the Tour de San Luis in Argentina. (pelotonmagazine.com)
Monday's
Tour de San Luis Stage 1 departs San
Luis and finishes at Villa Mercede. Tour de San Luis
live video streaming is expected for the finish. (cyclingfans.com)
Races
& Results.
Santos Tour Down Under - Jan 19-25, 2014 (Stages), Tour de San Luis - Jan 20-26, 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), 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).  After
her dream start to the 2014 season on Tuesday, Britain's Hannah Barnes
experienced cycling's cruel side yesterday as she crashed out of the
Tour de San Luis. (cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 Europcar
manager confident Voeckler will return quickly. (cyclingnews.com)
 Lampre
Merida sprinters Modolo and Richeze aiming for stage victories.
(velonation.com)
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 An
exclusive, in-depth interview with the owner of the Tinkoff-Saxo team.
(cyclingnews.com)
 Same
three invitees as in 2013. (cyclingnews.com)
 MTN-Qhubeka
and UnitedHealthcare among invited teams. (cyclingnews.com)
 Italian
trains in California ahead of new season. (cyclingnews.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4.5 out of 5 stars. "Remains the gold standard for
professional racers - for good reason - but it doesn't have left/right
measurement." (bikeradar.com)
 These
cargo bike bars from Stolen Rum made their debut last month at Art
Basel Miami Beach. (urbanvelo.org)
 Are
you looking for some ideas about a supported bicycle tour or
independent bike adventure to take this summer? (bikingbis.com)
|
 In
November, the Italian Olympic Committee (CONI) recommended the ban
based on the Mantova investigation centred on his former team, Lampre.
(cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 Boulder
event most successful in recent years. (cyclingnews.com)
 At
20 years old, the
ride which really caught the talent scouts eye came in early 2013 when
he joined the likes of Bradley Wiggins, Stuart O’Grady and Simon
Gerrans as a winner of the Herald Sun Tour. (pezcyclingnews.com)
 The
blood leaches from the folds of my palate, collecting at the rear of
the throat. Have I just licked a lollipop made from fine iron shards?
(velonews.com)
 “We
found raising his arms helped to reduce frontal profile and cut drag.”
(velonation.com)
 Omega
rider ready to step up after breakthrough 2013. (cyclingnews.com)
 Nalini
has introduced a number of updated and new cycling shoes for 2014, some
of which are completely customizable to match your team kit.
(bikerumor.com)
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 Frenchman
had supporting plate taken out of shoulder earlier this month.
(velonation.com)
Races
& Results.
Santos Tour Down Under - Jan 19-25, 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), 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).  American
neo-professional looks ahead to 2014. (cyclingnews.com)
 Hannah
Barnes started her 2014 season in the best way possible yesterday,
sprinting to win stage one of the inaugural Tour de San Luis on her
debut for the new UnitedHealthcare team. (cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 "Racing
here in front of a hometown crowd is always a pretty phenomenal
feeling. I just wish I could have pulled more of a result out for all
the people cheering for me." (cxmagazine.com)
 "Gravel-
and dirt-road riding is no harder on wheels and frames than paved-road
riding, and in many cases is less stressful on them." (velonews.com)
 Welshman
about to kick off 2014 with an eye on the Classics and the Tour.
(velonation.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4 out of 5 stars. "Still a benchmark of sublime ride quality
and lightweight alloy performance." (bikeradar.com)
 The
Schwinn CycleNav is a new bluetooth enabled bicycle light that links
with their CycleNav App to direct you along your chosen route via voice
and light cues. (bikerumor.com)
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 Dane
says he has the right to stay in cycling despite doping allegations.
(cyclingnews.com)
 In
the last say three-four years, Gruber has become one of the hot cycling
photographers and there’s no doubt you’ve seen some of his fabulous
images. (atwistedspoke.com)
 The
Giro d’Italia will name its 22 teams this week or, at the latest, next
week, according to organizer RCS Sport. It is deciding on the final
three wildcards to start with the 18 UCI ProTeams on May 9 in Belfast.
(velonews.com)
 Shimano’s
electronic Di2 drivetrains will soon be able to communicate wirelessly
with external devices, utilizing a small ANT-protocol transmitter that
sits in-line with the current e-tube wiring. (velonews.com)
 After
two years of illness, inconsistency and playing catch-up, Cadel Evans
is back. (sbs.com.au)
 A
re-engineered 2015 version of the recalled SRAM hydraulic road brakes
will be available in mid-April. (bikeradar.com)
 Kaitie
Antonneau and Christina Birch, who took the wins in their concurrent D1
and D2 races, respectively. Antonneau would go on to take seventh in
the Elite Women’s race the next day. (cxmagazine.com)
 Riding
indoors doesn't have to be dull—and it can put you on the fast track to
fitness. (bicycling.com)
 From
Rush to The Class of '92 to The Armstrong Lie the silver screen
portrayal of sport has finally escaped its
straitjacket. (telegraph.co.uk)
 Swobo
is sticking with the lifestyles brand image. They are keeping
around what works, and adding in some new rides that should be a big
hit. (bikerumor.com)
|
 Clément
Koretzky of Bretagne-Séché Environnement professional cycling
team gives a unique look at his life as a pro cyclist.
(pezcyclingnews.com)
 At
Sunday’s U.S. cyclocross championships in Boulder, 5,000 people watched
as more than 100 men took the start line in the elite race.
(velonews.com)
 When
it comes to native English-speaking domestiques, Charly Wegelius isn’t
a hall of famer in the vein of Sean Yates or George Hincapie.
(competitivecyclist.com)
 One
week to go until start of Chilean stage race. (cyclingnews.com)
 Australian
suffered recurrence of problems during Nationals. (cyclingnews.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 3.5 out of 5 stars. "Impressively stiff, precise and durable
carbon hoops that'll liven up your ride." (bikeradar.com)
 The
Wahoo Blue HR strap is an elastic band with a sending unit connected by
two snaps. Wahoo claims the unit sends signals up to 10 unobstructed
feet and is compatible with the iPhone 4S, iPhone 5, iPad (third and
fourth generations) and the new iPod Touch (fifth generation).
(mbaction.com)
 AX
Lightness is softening things up a bit with a padded version of their
full carbon Endurance saddle. (bikerumor.com)
 Yorkshire
company Summit Finish has produced a range of miniature French climb
kilometer markers. And if you've got the room, they are also offering
full size replicas. (cyclingweekly.co.uk)
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 Andre
Greipel and Marcel Kittel will provide a thrilling sprint competition
at the Santos Tour Down Under in South Australia next week. (sbs.com.au)
 Fabian
Cancellara continues training in Mallorca, Spain, despite crashing over
the weekend. He collided with a car on home roads in Bern, Switzerland,
before traveling to the Trek Factory Racing camp. (velonews.com)
 BMC
rider begins season at Tour de San Luis. (cyclingnews.com)
 Alberto
Contador is targeting the Tour de France yellow that has eluded him
since 2010, and will open his 2014 season at Portugal’s Volta ao
Algarve in February. (velonews.com)
Races
& Results.
Santos Tour Down Under - Jan 19-25, 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), 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).  The
2014 Six Days of Bremen Track Cycling are being held January 9-14. Live
streaming video: 7:00pm CET (1:00pm U.S. Eastern). (cyclingfans.com)
Monday's
Tour de San Luis Stage 1 departs San
Luis and finishes at Villa Mercede. Tour de San Luis
live video streaming is expected for the finish. (cyclingfans.com)
 "I
don’t remember the last time my ass hurt, more specifically the lower
connections of my gluteus maximus to my adductor magnus, that soft spot
where sitting and pedaling come together." (redkiteprayer.com)
 MIPS
says that most riders hit their heads at an angle due to forward
momentum on the bike. When these types of impacts occur, the brain
rotates inside the rider’s head, which can cause more damage.
(mbaction.com)
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the difference between a team riding the UCI World Tour and a UCI
ProTeam? Why do the three grand tours award wildcard invitations but
other races don’t? If the first division World Tour is capped at 18
teams, what is the maximum size of the second tier Pro Continental
bracket? (inrng.com)
 The
UCI is putting its money where its mouth is when it comes to funding a
newly created, three-member panel that will X-ray the cycling
federation’s dirty laundry. (velonews.com)
 Says
Colombian's performances are more than he'd hoped for. (cyclingnews.com)
 Team
Sky has ended its long-term and high-profile association with SRM power
meters, swapping to the Stages Power system for 2014.
(cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 Six
hours seems to be the snooze signpost below which everything sort of
sails south. (bicycling.com)
 Alex
Rasmussen wants to return to cycling’s first division, possibly even
with former team Garmin-Sharp. The U.S.-based squad refused to renew
the Dane’s contract for 2014, leaving him few options. (velonews.com)
 This
year, Moreno Moser wants to confirm the hopes pinned on him in 2012.
(cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 The
Domane Classics edition was ridden to victory by Cancellara at the 2013
Paris-Roubaix. While the Classics edition won’t give you the legs of
Spartacus, it will give you cobble eating performance with what was
formerly a pro only fit. (bikerumor.com)
|
 Russian
cyclist disqualified for steroid use. (cyclingnews.com)
 Blue
is new black with 13 teams featuring at least a blue stripe and there
are six teams with predominantly blue kit. (inrng.com)
 "There
were many times I was the only woman racing cyclocross here in Southern
California, so I had to race against the boys." (urbanvelo.org)
 Tinkoff-Saxo’s
Michael Morkov is one of the few pro cyclists who excels on both the
boards and the road. (pezcyclingnews.com)
 Frenchman
targets classics in 2014. (cyclingnews.com)
 Katie
Compton and Jeremy Powers to lead the way. (cyclingnews.com)
 Currently,
22 states and the District of Columbia have laws on the books with the
3-foot or more requirement. California became the 22nd to enact the law
last year; it goes into effect on Sept. 16, 2014.
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 Spaniard
wins stage, but Garcia leads on time bonuses. (cyclingnews.com)
 Frank
Schleck has arrived in Australia for the Santos Tour Down Under, his
first race following a 12-month doping ban. (sbs.com.au)
The
2014 Six Days of Bremen Track Cycling are being held January 9-14. Live
streaming video: 7:00pm CET (1:00pm U.S. Eastern). (cyclingfans.com)
 Race
favorite relegated after false start in men's under 23 race.
(cyclingnews.com)
Races
& Results.
Santos Tour Down Under - Jan 19-25, 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), 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).  Road
racing is the present and future for Zdenek Stybar (Omega Pharma-Quick
Step), but cyclocross remains close to his heart. (velonews.com)
 Classic
success plus Tour de France participation important goals for Swiss
squad. (velonation.com)
 The
weekend’s U.S. cyclocross national championships in Boulder awarded
more than stars-and-stripes jerseys and medals. (velonews.com)
 Pro
road team partners with helmet and sunglasses manufacturer.
(cyclingnews.com)
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 Rider’s
desire to defend title said to be crucial to need to look for different
team. (velonation.com)
 American
targets Tour of California podium in 2014. (cyclingnews.com)
 Visa
problems force Colombian out of Tour de San Luis. (cyclingnews.com)
 Between
Wednesday morning and Sunday evening, more than 40 national cyclocross
championship races were held at Valmont Bike Park in Boulder, Colorado.
(velonews.com)
 SRAM's
upcoming CX1 1x11 drivetrain made an appearance in Boulder, Colorado,
at the 2014 US National Cyclocross Championship on the bikes of Ryan
Trebon and Elle Anderson. (bikeradar.com)
 Lapthorne
took to 2014 nationals road race at the head of a 13-strong Drapac
squad that was desperate to start its first year as a reborn ProConti
squad in style. (cyclingtips.com.au)
 The
wheels come pre-taped with Stan’s NoTubes yellow tape. (bikerumor.com)
 While
some of her competitors turned to disc brakes for more stopping power,
Katie Compton instead pulled one of her old rim brake tricks out of the
bag. (bikeradar.com)
 Legos
are the precision made plastic blocks that help bring a child’s
imaginations to life. (bikerumor.com)
Cooke
blasts ‘cheap tactics’ of Christina Watches team in claiming agreement
with Horner is close...
|
 "Managers
should not be balancing team direction with financial work."
(cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 Even
though injuries are an unavoidable part of being a pro cyclist, it's
never easy to deal with being off the bike, particularly when nobody
can diagnose what's wrong with you. (cyclingtips.com.au)
 Defending
Belgian champion abandons in Waregem. (cyclingnews.com)
 Kittel,
Degenkolb, Barguil, Wild, Häusler and Garner part of men’s and women’s
teams in 2014. (velonation.com)
 Allan
won the Australian National Road Championships 20 years ago. Not only
that, after taking a liking to Cyclocross, he won the Australian
National Cyclocross Championships this year.
(cyclingtips.com.au)
 Mountain
bikers earn 'cross titles Switzerland, Italy and France.
(cyclingnews.com)
 Rohan
Dennis leads American team at home race. (cyclingnews.com)
 Australian
Matthew Lloyd dropped out of the professional ranks after stints with
Lotto and Lampre to sign with Jelly Belly-Maxxis last week, a third
division squad. (velonews.com)
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 Jeremy
Powers followed the script written for him by previous champions on
Sunday, taking off like a shot and leaving everyone else in his wake to
win the elite men’s title at the USA Cycling Cyclocross National
Championships. (velonews.com)
 Second
title for GreenEdge rider with Evans second in thrilling finale.
(cyclingnews.com)
 Reigning
world champion adds 9th national title to palmares. (cyclingnews.com)
Races
& Results.
Santos Tour Down Under - Jan 19-25, 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), 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). The
2014 Six Days of Bremen Track Cycling are being held January 9-14. Live
streaming video: 7:00pm CET (1:00pm U.S. Eastern). (cyclingfans.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 2.5 out of 5 stars. "Diamondback's Peak is good looking and
handles well, but it's hobbled by a gappy transmission and bouncy,
clattery fork."
 New
for Winter 2014 is their Coldfront longsleeve jersey, and Coldfront bib
tights – here’s your chance to win the set. (pezcyclingnews.com)
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 Katie
Compton (Trek Cyclocross Collective) made it 10 in a row on Sunday,
winning the elite women’s race at the USA Cycling Cyclocross National
Championships. (velonews.com)
Cooke
blasts ‘cheap tactics’ of Christina Watches team in claiming agreement
with Horner is close...
 Baden
Cooke denies a deal has been agreed with Danish team. (cyclingnews.com)
 Cancellara
glad riders are less involved in running of team. (cyclingnews.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4.5 out of 5 stars. "Ease of use, plus accuracy and wealth of
data justify switching pedals." (bikeradar.com)
 "You
learn who your friends are during difficult times," says Belgian.
(cyclingnews.com)
|
 Evans
counts points – Mourey counts to eight – Vuelta counts the decimal
places – NetApp count on the Tour – Sanchez sans job – Chris Horner’s
Dutch auction – Team Sky change powermeters? (inrng.com)
 BMC
Racing Team rider pleased with early season form, buildup to Giro
appears on track. (velonation.com)
 Trek
Factory Racing’s Hayden Roulston has won the first ever race for the
new WorldTour team by outsprinting Jack Bauer of Garmin-Sharp and
triathlete Tom Davison, a surprise third. (pelotonmagazine.com)
 Spaniard
in Gran Canaria for Tinkoff-Saxo training camp. (cyclingnews.com)
 First
held back in 1936 the Rotterdam Six Day is a classic in the six day
scene in more ways than one. (pezcyclingnews.com)
 Forget
the scare-mongering, cycling while pregnant is a matter of common
sense, and it has health benefits too. (bikeradar.com)
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 Belgium: Elite
Men race start at 3:00pm CET (9:00am U.S. Eastern). Feeds may
start as early as 2:00pm CET).
France: Elite Women race (1:15pm CET (7:15am U.S. Eastern)). Elite Men race (2:50pm CET (8:50am U.S. Eastern)).  Defending
road champion Gracie Elvin took back-to-back road titles in Ballarat at
the Mars Cycling Australia National Road Championships on Saturday.
(uk.eurosport.yahoo.com)
 Race
comes to life in final laps with select group staying away.
(cyclingnews.com)
The
2014 Six Days of Bremen Track Cycling are being held January 9-14. Live
streaming video: 7:00pm CET (1:00pm U.S. Eastern). (cyclingfans.com)
 The
2014 USA Cycling Cyclo-cross National Championship Junior Men, Elite
Women and Elite Men races are being held Sunday, January 12 at Boulder,
Colorado. Live streaming video:
Junior Men: 11am MST (19:00 CET) Elite Women: 1:30pm MST (21:30 CET) Elite Men: 2:45pm MST (22:45 CET). (cyclingfans.com)  Junior
and Collegiate championships begin. (cyclingnews.com)
Races
& Results.
Santos Tour Down Under - Jan 19-25, 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), 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).  Rider
still searching for a contract; says final time trial in Vuelta a
España could prove crucial, despite shortness. (velonation.com)
 Young
French star undecided on whether to tackle Tour or Vuelta.
(cyclingnews.com)
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 Race
starts at 11:30am local (7:30pm U.S. Eastern). LIVE
video from 2:00pm local (10:00pm U.S. Eastern). (cyclingfans.com)
 Tour
winner causes a Twitter stir. (cyclingnews.com)
 Rider
will be joined in ‘remarkable race’ by Astana team-mates Scarponi and
Kessiakoff. (velonation.com)
 Hairpin
Heaven. Alpe d’Huez might be famous for its 21 bends but here’s a road
with 18 hairpins in short formation. (inrng.com)
 Reigning
Australian Road Race champion says anything less than victory is
'failure'. (cyclingnews.com)
 London
Olympian Rushlee Buchanan rode from the front to win New Zealand’s
Calder Stewart Elite Road National Championships held in Christchurch.
(sbs.com.au)
 Sastre
to award prize on race's final summit finish. (cyclingnews.com)
 Waterproof
cycling clothing is often a big investment for most riders, and looking
after it properly is essential to keep with working at its
best. (bikeradar.com)
 The
all-new Rocky Mounts BrassKnuckles bike rack comes out swingin’,
claiming to be the lowest profile roof-mount tray on the market.
(bikerumor.com)
|
 Frank
and Andy on their hopes and ambitions for 2014. (cyclingnews.com)
 There’s
been a lot of talk this week about who’s going to win the men’s elite
race Sunday afternoon. Jeremy Powers (Rapha-Focus) seems to be the
consensus favorite.
(velonews.com)
 "It’s
nice to be recognized. Honestly, it’s quite shocking on some level."
(velonews.com)
 2009
winner set to challenge again in 2014. (cyclingnews.com)
 Eight
mountain finishes and short time trials make it a race for climbers.
(cyclingnews.com)
 Orica-GreenEDGE
and Drapac will try to use their weight of numbers to dominate Sunday's
elite men's road race at the Mars Cycling Australia Road National
Championships. (sbs.com.au)
 Every
little hill on this relatively flat ride felt hard, so it was difficult
to imagine climbing mountain passes. (janheine.wordpress.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4 out of 5 stars. "The Militis shows that carbon is not the
only serious option at it's price." (bikeradar.com)
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 Former
sprinter still hopeful for a WorldTour ticket for Vuelta winner.
(cyclingnews.com)
The
2014 Six Days of Bremen Track Cycling are being held January 9-14. Live
streaming video: 7:00pm CET (1:00pm U.S. Eastern). (cyclingfans.com)
 Team
says being ambitious is a priority, rather than using San Luis and Down
Under as training. (velonation.com)
 Nine
women, 40 minutes, 5,280 feet above sea level (velonews.com).
The
2014 USA Cycling Cyclo-cross National Championship Junior Men, Elite
Women and Elite Men races are being held Sunday, January 12 at Boulder,
Colorado. Live streaming video:
Junior Men: 11am MST (19:00 CET) Elite Women: 1:30pm MST (21:30 CET) Elite Men: 2:45pm MST (22:45 CET). (cyclingfans.com)  Australian
cycling star Richie Porte has revealed he is planning to do the
daunting Giro-Tour double this season. (sbs.com.au)
Races
& Results.
Santos Tour Down Under - Jan 19-25, 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), 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).  BikeRadar
verdict: 5 out of 5 stars. "A legitimate game changer for
cyclocross." (bikeradar.com)
 Based
on the standard Velocis road lid, this new variant isn't really an aero
model but one meant for riding in less-than-ideal
conditions. (bikeradar.com)
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 American
stands by what he said in his book. (cyclingnews.com)
 Due
to a recent rule change, the UCI 2.HC event is able to host a field
that is comprised of more than 56 percent of WorldTour teams.
(sbs.com.au)
 Tom
Boonen and Mark Cavendish hoping for better at their main targets.
(velonation.com)
 As
the week has pressed on here in Boulder, the wet Valmont Park course
has dried and become faster, but still challenging, and the community
has turned out in droves, even for morning masters racing.
(velonews.com)
 German
rider speaks about his return to the sport with MTN Qhubeka, aiming for
Giro and more. (velonation.com)
 Team
go for predominantly black design. (cyclingnews.com)
 Building
on their Vitesse wheelset, Boyd is back in town with a new aluminum
clincher. (bikerumor.com)
|
 American
refused EPO and quit professional but 16 years on is friends with the
sport's biggest cheat who replaced him in the US Postal
team. (telegraph.co.uk)
 Anti-doping
probe will study Armstrong affair and other doping-related matters.
(velonation.com)
 "What
really counts is this is not my team. The team would be there even
without me, and I think the best thing now is that they are taking over
everything and they have everything in hand with Luca on the sports
side." (cyclingnews.com)
 Van
Poppel siblings poised for debut with Trek Factory Racing.
(cyclingnews.com)
 Performance
cycling jackets have come a long way in recent years, and Capo’s HiVis
super reflective jacket, Sugoi’s RSE NeoShell rain jacket, and
Sportful’s Hot Pack Ultralight Jacket offer three distinct options for
riding when the sun ain’t shining. (pezcyclingnews.com)
 New,
even brighter colors for Italian team. (cyclingnews.com)
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2014 Six Days of Bremen Track Cycling are being held January 9-14. Live
streaming video: 7:00pm CET (1:00pm U.S. Eastern). (cyclingfans.com)
 Elle
Anderson (Cal Giant-Specialized) is excited to be back from Belgium,
and even more excited to toe the line at the USA Cycling Cyclocross
National Championship on Sunday in Boulder. (velonews.com)
 To
say Katie Compton (Trek Cyclocross Collective) is the favorite to win a
10th national title this weekend in Boulder is putting it lightly.
(velonews.com)
 Von
Hoff took a clear victory ahead of Avanti Racing Team's Anthony
Giacoppo and Brenton Jones. Defending champion Cameron Meyer
(Orica-GreenEDGE) finished fourth. (sbs.com.au)
 Peta
Mullens second with Lauren Kitchen in third place. (cyclingnews.com)
 Sicilian
unburdened by pressure ahead of new season. (cyclingnews.com)
Races
& Results.
Santos Tour Down Under - Jan 19-25, 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), 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).  German
sprinter hopes to start season with a stage win. (cyclingnews.com)
 The
latest cassette enhancement comes to us through ARI Bike, but this one
is a little different. (bikerumor.com)
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 It’s
great to see these people spending their money on the sport. But at the
same time a large proportion of their money isn’t investment, merely
that goes into the sport and straight out again. (inrng.com)
 German
looks back on career with satisfaction. (cyclingnews.com)
 Danish
team manager under pressure since Tyler Hamilton’s 2012 book.
(velonation.com)
 Peter
Sagan, Ted King and Peter Stetina among those confirmed for US race.
(velonation.com)
 2011
Tour de France winner not making up numbers; will take on Porte,
Gerrans, Goss and others on Sunday. (velonation.com)
 Talks
still ongoing for a title sponsor. (velonation.com)
 Katusha’s
lineup revealed for upcoming WorldTour race. (velonation.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 3.5 out of 5 stars. "Awesome handling and great performance
overall but the rear brake lets it down." (bikeradar.com)
Investigation
into doping could last a year. (cyclingnews.com)
Part
II includes the only woman on the list but arguably she’s the
most powerful figure in the sport. (inrng.com)
Time
for the annual update on the wealthiest people in pro cycling. If you
thought this meant Alberto Contador, Mark Cavendish or Philippe
Gilbert, think again. (inrng.com)
|
 Decision
about participation in unsanctioned races coming soon. (cyclingnews.com)
 Only
at the Vuelta a España would a parcours featuring eight summit finales
be considered a “balanced route.” (velonews.com)
 Roubaix
and Flanders big goals for Classics star. (cyclingnews.com)
 MTN
Qhubeka riders named for 2.1 ranked African event. (velonation.com)
 The
2014 Milan-Sanremo will for the fourth time make a change with
tradition by adding a new climb in the jagged end of the 300km route.
(pezcyclingnews.com)
 Launched
last April just as this whole disc brake road bike thing was starting
to really take shape, TRP’s HY/RD (Hybrid Road) mechanical-to-hydraulic
disc brake calipers aimed to combine the easy integration of mechanical
brakes with the performance of a hydraulic. (bikerumor.com)
 “It’s
a mess, quite frankly, an eyesore, and goes against our plans to
improve the image of pro cycling." (atwistedspoke.com)
Trio
brings experience in war crimes to cycling investigation.
(cyclingnews.com)
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 Equal
payout to top-20 in men's, women's series. (cyclingnews.com)
 Slovakian
champion starting in Argentina again as he hopes to repeat last
spring’s form. (velonation.com)
 De
Ketele/De Buyst and Michael Mørkøv/Alex Rasmussen make up the podium.
(cyclingnews.com)
 GreenEdge
clean sweep the podium. (cyclingnews.com)
 Felicity
Wardlaw has won the women's time trial title in convincing fashion at
the 2014 MARS Cycling Australia Road National Championships in
Ballarat.
(sbs.com.au)
Races
& Results.
Mitchelton Bay Cycling Classic - Jan 2-5 (Results), Santos Tour Down Under - Jan 19-25, 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), 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).  Italian
sprinter quits for personal reasons. (cyclingnews.com)
 It
seems that motion equipped heart rate monitors will be a big feature
this year with Scosche and Wahoo showing their hand. (bikerumor.com)
 Seventy
thousand dollars will buy you one hell of a nice bike. (bikerumor.com)
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 Danish
team manager under pressure since Tyler Hamilton’s 2012 book.
(velonation.com)
 Investigation
into doping could last a year. (cyclingnews.com)
 Part
II includes the only woman on the list but arguably she’s the
most powerful figure in the sport. (inrng.com)
 Time
for the annual update on the wealthiest people in pro cycling. If you
thought this meant Alberto Contador, Mark Cavendish or Philippe
Gilbert, think again. (inrng.com)
 Bike
manufacturer saves the team after principal sponsor withdraws.
(cyclingnews.com)
 Spain’s
five-time Tour winner tackles new summit finish in Navarra.
(cyclingnews.com)
 Does
anyone actually stick to new year's resolutions? As much as we'd all
like to just 'be faster and fitter' this year, a vague goal like that
is never going to be achievable without specific
action. (bikeradar.com)
 Stainless
steel inlays inspired by street art polish off their Brompton-ready and
700c mahogany models. (bikerumor.com)
 One
of the best features of the Lezyne headlights is that when your light
burns out, you’re still not done. (bikerumor.com)
|
 Trio
brings experience in war crimes to cycling investigation.
(cyclingnews.com)
 Armstrong:
"We've had no contact from any of their side." (cyclingnews.com)
 Evans
gave the nationals a major boost late last month when he registered for
the road race. (sbs.com.au)
Warren
Barguil, Argos-Shimano: The perma-smiling young Frenchman’s season was
a hit. Two fabulous stage wins in the Vuelta a Espana in a debut year
is a breathtaking achievement. (pezcyclingnews.com)
 While
some of the elite field at the USA Cycling Cyclocross National
Championships got to Boulder just in time for the snow and subsequent
deep freeze in Colorado over last weekend, Ryan Trebon was dealing with
another issue all together. (velonews.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4 out of 5 stars. "A solid power-measurement solution at a
decent price. No weight penalty, installation is easy, measurement is
consistent." (bikeradar.com)
 Looking
for the next great energy bar? Or just one with fewer ingredients and
potential allergens? (bikerumor.com)
 Check
out the carbon and US made steel options. (bikerumor.com)
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Felicity
Wardlaw has won the women's time trial title in convincing fashion at
the 2014 MARS Cycling Australia Road National Championships in
Ballarat.
(sbs.com.au)
 The
2014 Six Days of Rotterdam Track Cycling (Zesdaagse van Rotterdam) are
being held January 2-7. Live streaming video: 7:00pm CET
(1:00pm U.S. Eastern). (cyclingfans.com)
 Sorensen,
Sutherland, Veikkanen, Westra and Gasparotto amongst riders announced.
(velonation.com)
Races
& Results.
Mitchelton Bay Cycling Classic - Jan 2-5 (Results), Santos Tour Down Under - Jan 19-25, 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), 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).  Cyclocross
nationals week is here in the United States. (velonews.com)
 Two-time
world champion Zdenek Stybar remains undecided about its participation
in the 2014 UCI Cyclocross World Championships, his coach, Stanislav
Bambula, said Tuesday. (velonews.com)
 The
Sydney peloton lost one of its most popular members last year when time
trialist Robert Hodgson lost his battle with cancer, aged just 31.
(cyclingtips.com.au)
 Staying
hydrated during the winter is just as important as the summer, but
during the colder months it can be a bit more tricky. (bikerumor.com)
 Just
a few riding seasons ago, SRAM drastically changed the mountain bike
scene with the introduction of it’s XX1 gruppo. (bikerumor.com)
He
was riding east, in a bad wind, his head down, just headed back to the
barn. This is Boulder, Colorado, so “he” really could be anyone in this
cycling-crazed town. But his multi-colored livery gave him away, and
quickly. (velonews.com)
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for the annual update on the wealthiest people in pro cycling. If you
thought this meant Alberto Contador, Mark Cavendish or Philippe
Gilbert, think again. (inrng.com)
 Peeters
remains junior men's leader. (cyclingnews.com)
 Former
world champion explains why he resigned as Italian coach.
(cyclingnews.com)
 John
Degenkolb (Argos-Shimano) wants to make one thing very clear: he is not
a sprinter. (velonews.com)
 Almost
400 wheels from brands such as Shimano, Bontrager, Campagnolo and Zipp
have already passed the test. (bikeradar.com)
 Spaniard
says he’ll ride for Colombian team-mate if required. (velonation.com)
 Polar
has announced details of its newest GPS-integrated computer, the V800,
which claims to give a true picture of an athlete’s recovery by
monitoring activity levels 24 hours a day. (bikeradar.com)
 Hutchinson
is not concerned with traditional cyclocross tire design. (velonews.com)
|
 Rider’s
B-sample apparently confirmed, despite rumours of “borderline” test.
(velonation.com)
 Janez
Brajkovič; a rider who has won the Dauphiné, placed top 10 at the Tour
de France and has a lot to talk about. (pezcyclingnews.com)
 Italian
on Lampre impasse and landing on his feet at Astana. (cyclingnews.com)
 Mechanics
for many of the top U.S. cyclocross racers have spent their time
building new bikes and making last-minute adjustments for their riders
following SRAM’s mid-December hydraulic disc brake recall.
(velonews.com)
 Now’s
a perfect time to see what needs to be replaced in the toolbox and
riding kit. (competitivecyclist.com)
Contrary to his public statements, Lance Armstrong will not be the
first one through the door of the UCI’s Truth & Reconciliation
commission. (atwistedspoke.com)
 Specialized
is recalling approximately 175 units of 2012 model year Source Eleven
and Source Expert Disc bikes that have Supernova Switchable Dynamo
front hubs. (bikeradar.com)
 Looking
for more out of your current heart rate monitor? (bikerumor.com)
 "The
fit that the laces has allowed me to achieve is order magnitudes better
than what I get with three straps and even better than what I can get
with a Boa closure." (redkiteprayer.com)
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 He
was riding east, in a bad wind, his head down, just headed back to the
barn. This is Boulder, Colorado, so “he” really could be anyone in this
cycling-crazed town. But his multi-colored livery gave him away, and
quickly. (velonews.com)
 Rule
change could allow riders to target Olympic medals. (cyclingnews.com)
![Photo: bulk of the racing and the team obviously being [based] in Europe and me in Australia, it wasn't really feasible for the team to renew the contract.](http://news.velonation.com/Men/Road/Ma_Ml/2012/Feature/original/McEwen_Robbie_DwnUndClas12-1F.jpg "Photo: bulk of the racing and the team obviously being [based] in Europe and me in Australia, it wasn't really feasible for the team to renew the contract.") Australian
will remain in the sport through a range of projects, including some TV
commentary work. (velonation.com)
The
2014 Six Days of Rotterdam Track Cycling (Zesdaagse van Rotterdam) are
being held January 2-7. Live streaming video: 7:00pm CET
(1:00pm U.S. Eastern). (cyclingfans.com)
Races
& Results.
Mitchelton Bay Cycling Classic - Jan 2-5 (Results), Santos Tour Down Under - Jan 19-25, 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), 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).  eam
Sky's Peter Kennaugh believes that Chris Froome and Bradley Wiggins can
work together to gain the team's third consecutive Tour de France
victory. (cyclingnews.com)
"Breakups can be ugly. I’m on speaking terms with very few of my former
romantic interests. If I’m honest, one of the nastiest breakups I ever
had was with a stationary trainer. I swear." (redkiteprayer.com)
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Italy’s gain, TV’s loss – Cyclocross as a winter sport – Fixing the CX
contract season – Two weeks to the TDU – Is Cognizant the new sponsor
for Argos-Shimano? (inrng.com)
 Over
the years various political administrations and managerial careers have
been reviewed after just 100 days. What’s happened and what’s
next? (inrng.com)
 Major
investigation set to begin into anti-doping processes, governing body’s
dealings with Armstrong. (velonation.com)
 Three
mountain finishes expected in the second week. (cyclingnews.com)
 Entrants
finalised for five-day event. (cyclingnews.com)
 Having
extended the contract of world scratch race champion Martyn Irvine for
another year this season, the UnitedHealthcare squad has doubled its
Irish contingent with news that Adrian Hedderman will work as a
mechanic with the team in 2014. (stickybottle.com)
|
 "I
vividly recall my first Bay Criterium Series. I warmed up well. I
fumbled to clip in as the commentator, Phil Liggett, counted us down
from 10 to 0. I was the last rider before we even got to the first
corner." (cyclingtips.com.au)
 A
former Giro d’Italia stage winner is headed to North America in 2014.
Jelly Belly-Maxxis announced on Monday that it had signed former
Australian national champion Matthew Lloyd. (velonews.com)
 "TruTrainer
has reconverted me to the fun of rollers with their top-end quality and
ride feel." (pezcyclingnews.com)
 With
two high-end race bikes, the Foil and Addict, the gap to the
next-in-line ‘enthusiasts' CR1 was noticeably large, or at least it
was. (cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 Launched
in 2009, DannyShane has an ace up its sleeve, founder Shane Hunt is
equal parts business man and design guru. (pelotonmagazine.com)
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With one title down and two to go, Katie Compton is looking forward to
carrying her World Cup-winning form into the upcoming U.S. and world
cyclocross championships. (velonews.com)
 First
non-Australian to win the title in 20 years. (cyclingnews.com)
 Van
der Haar and Nys take second and third. (cyclingnews.com)
 American
seals series in penultimate round. (cyclingnews.com)
The
2014 Six Days of Rotterdam Track Cycling (Zesdaagse van Rotterdam) are
being held January 2-7. Live streaming video: 7:00pm CET
(1:00pm U.S. Eastern). (cyclingfans.com)
Races
& Results.
Mitchelton Bay Cycling Classic - Jan 2-5 (Stages & Results), Santos Tour Down Under - Jan 19-25, 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), 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).  World
champion to explore possibilities in grand tours. (cyclingnews.com)
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 Following
a row that developed last July after Walsh defended Team Sky and its
Tour de France winner Chris Froome, Kimmage said their relationship
could be at an end. (stickybottle.com)
 Only
the second time since 2004 that the former Mountain Bike World Champion
won’t contest (and win) a Masters National Championship cyclocross
title. (cxmagazine.com)
 Formal
ratification due in late January. (cyclingnews.com)
 It
was another day of cold, wet racing for those who made the trek to
Gossau, Switzerland, for Masters World Championships. (cxmagazine.com)
 Altitude
Adjustment Cross was designed to bring in Nationals racers with time
to, well, adjust, and the star-studded field assembled for the race
proved that promoter Brook Watts may be on to something.
(cxmagazine.com)
 Wider
tires are faster. That isn’t the whole story, though, as many wide
tires actually are quite slow. (janheine.wordpress.com)
 Orica-GreenEdge
man missed Williamstown Criterium through illness. (cyclingnews.com)
|
 Jamey
Driscoll, who took third on Saturday, took the win ahead of teammate
and Boulder native Allen Krughoff, with Jonathan Page nearly 40 seconds
behind in third. (cxmagazine.com)
 Jones
wins Bay Crits series while Bronzini seals women's race.
(cyclingnews.com)
 American
takes aim at world championships. (cyclingnews.com)
 Garmin
Connect, the GPS giant's free online fitness tracking community, is
getting a new look and feel that freshens up the aging portal's
stagnant appearance and adds a wealth of new
functionality. (bikeradar.com)
 Joaquim
Rodríguez is fed up with being Mr. Runner Up. (velonews.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4.5 out of 5 stars. "Great handling and performance but you'll
need to start saving." (bikeradar.com)
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 Luke
Durbridge, Giorgia Bronzini took the stage wins while Zac Dempster
finished fourth to regain the overall lead in the men's elite event at
the Mitchelton Bay Cycling Classic. (sbs.com.au)
 Racing
in Gossau, Switzerland started early this morning, with several of the
American contenders for the Masters World titles taking to the course.
(cxmagazine.com)
 The
2014 Six Days of Rotterdam Track Cycling (Zesdaagse van Rotterdam) are
being held January 2-7. Live streaming video: 7:00pm CET
(1:00pm U.S. Eastern). (cyclingfans.com)
 2013-2014
Cyclocross season action continues Sunday
with UCI Cyclocross World Cup at Rome (Roma), Italy. Live streaming
video: Women: 1:30pm CET (7:30am U.S. Eastern) - Men: 3:00pm CET
(9:00am U.S. Eastern). (cyclingfans.com)
Races
& Results.
Mitchelton Bay Cycling Classic - Jan 2-5 (Stages & Results), Santos Tour Down Under - Jan 19-25, 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), 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). 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 Cycle On The Rollers How To Be A Good New Rider Video: The truth about dishonesty Video: Performance Video: Get Dirty Video Downloads, races and documentaries Documentary: Cycling’s Greatest Fraud |
 Fourth
role for Italian after spells as rider, business manager and press
officer. (cyclingnews.com)
 Spaniard
voices support for Rogers in clenbuterol case. (cyclingnews.com)
 Columnist
joins cyclist Jonathan Edwards, the former Olympic triple jump
champion, for a lesson on a clip-in bike in Battersea
Park. (telegraph.co.uk)
 Austrian
mountain biker hurt in skiing accident. (cyclingnews.com)
 Spaniard
aims for Giro and Liège-Bastogne-Liège in 2014. (cyclingnews.com)
|
Continental status would make Vuelta defence and Grand Tour
participation impossible. (velonation.com)
 Rider
turned TV-pundit takes over at the top. (velonation.com)
  French
rider Geoffroy Lequatre to dress US/Italian WorldTour squad off the
bike. (velonation.com)
Videos:
Tour de France, 2013 and 2014
U.S. Real Time Wind Map 2014 Women's UCI Road Calendar 2014 UCI Road Calendar 2014 Calendar and iCal UCI 2013-2014 CX Race Calendar Women on Bikes Men's Pro Cycling on Twitter Twitter Hashtags For Races Shop Talk Local Bike Shop Inventory Unwritten rules of cycling etiquette Bicycling's 50 Golden Rules Bike trade tweeps Archive Health and Fitness Tips and Safety Race Reports 5 things you should check before every ride Sunscreen User's Guide |
 Hosking
takes surprise win in women's race. (cyclingnews.com)
 Australian
dedicates success to late brother in law. (velonation.com)
The
2014 Six Days of Rotterdam Track Cycling (Zesdaagse van Rotterdam) are
being held January 2-7. Live streaming video: 7:00pm CET
(1:00pm U.S. Eastern). (cyclingfans.com)
Races
& Results.
Mitchelton Bay Cycling Classic - Jan 2-5 (Stages & Results), Santos Tour Down Under - Jan 19-25, 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), 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). 2013-2014
Cyclocross season action continues Sunday
with UCI Cyclocross World Cup at Rome (Roma), Italy. Live streaming
video: Women: 1:30pm CET (7:30am U.S. Eastern) - Men: 3:00pm CET
(9:00am U.S. Eastern). (cyclingfans.com)
 Jeremy
Powers and Elle Anderson will roll into the U.S. cyclocross
championships next week $5,000 richer after locking up the season-long
USA Cycling Pro Cyclocross Calendar. (velonews.com)
 Omega
Pharma-QuickStep rider hands out old kit. (cyclingnews.com)
 The
GlassUp eyeglasses report the incoming e-mails, text messages, tweets,
Facebook updates, and other messages, so that the rider "can keep
abreast on what is going on in this big world." (mbaction.com)
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 Cycle On The Rollers How To Be A Good New Rider Video: The truth about dishonesty Video: Performance Video: Get Dirty Video Downloads, races and documentaries Documentary: Cycling’s Greatest Fraud |
 Australian
adamant he doped only once. (cyclingnews.com)
 Brailsford
could say he has found the magic formula to conquer the sport’s top
stage races. But is his techie “marginal gains” approach sustainable?
(pelotonmagazine.com)
 "Through
years of racing and coaching, I’ve concluded that the best athletes
have mastered three areas in their lives and fitness: physical
training, mental training, and nutrition." (bikerumor.com)
 TInkoff-Saxo
rider opens up new School of Cycling. (cyclingnews.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4 out of 5 stars. "A great performing package of exemplary
frame and sound components." (bikeradar.com)
 Praxis
has just announced the addition of a hybrid ceramic bearing option for
its outstanding conversion bottom bracket. (bikeradar.com)
 As
part of its Dream Bike Charity Sweepstakes, this month Easton Cycling
is raffling off a Caletti Cycles titanium race bike with Shimano
Dura-Ace 9000 and, naturally, Easton
components. (bikeradar.com)
|
 Belgian
struggles with the fallout of positive test. (cyclingnews.com)
 There
are 507 riders from 41 nations registered with the 18 UCI World Tour
teams for 2014. (inrng.com)
 Garmin-Sharp
unveiled its kit for the 2014 season Friday morning, and with it also
comes a new partner: The World Wildlife Fund. (velonews.com)
 “I’ve
got an over-use thing going with my knee, a couple weeks ago. I thought
it was going to get better, but it’s been slow going.” (velonews.com) .
 For
one racer, the coldest season also makes for the best riding.
(bicycling.com)
 Is
it an endurance road bike, a light-duty touring machine, a commuter or
a cyclocross bike? (bikeradar.com)
Videos:
Tour de France, 2013 and 2014
U.S. Real Time Wind Map 2014 Women's UCI Road Calendar 2014 UCI Road Calendar 2014 Calendar and iCal UCI 2013-2014 CX Race Calendar Women on Bikes Men's Pro Cycling on Twitter Twitter Hashtags For Races Shop Talk Local Bike Shop Inventory Unwritten rules of cycling etiquette Bicycling's 50 Golden Rules Bike trade tweeps Archive Health and Fitness Tips and Safety Race Reports 5 things you should check before every ride Sunscreen User's Guide |
 The
2014 UCI WorldTour season kicks off on January 21-26 with the 16th
edition of the Santos Tour Down Under in Australia.
(cyclingweekly.co.uk)
The
2014 Six Days of Rotterdam Track Cycling (Zesdaagse van Rotterdam) are
being held January 2-7. Live streaming video: 7:00pm CET
(1:00pm U.S. Eastern). (cyclingfans.com)
 Van
Amerongen, Teunissen make up all-Dutch podium. (cyclingnews.com)
Races
& Results.
Mitchelton Bay Cycling Classic - Jan 2-5 (Stages & Results), Santos Tour Down Under - Jan 19-25, 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), 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).  Four-letter
words were flying during the last doubleheader weekend of 2013 CX
racing in SoCal. And hats. And awnings. Small children and pets. Not to
mention much of the course. The story at Lake Irvine was W.I.N.D.
(cxmagazine.com)
 Briton
still unable to train with the team. (cyclingnews.com)
 Book
follows documentary on Martin's new 112 mph cycling record.
(bikebiz.com)
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 Cycle On The Rollers How To Be A Good New Rider Video: The truth about dishonesty Video: Performance Video: Get Dirty Video Downloads, races and documentaries Documentary: Cycling’s Greatest Fraud |
 Compton
continues to top women's rankings. (cyclingnews.com)
Most predictions don’t even qualify as predictions: Tom Boonen will
have a better season than last (duh, he was sick and injured the entire
season). (atwistedspoke.com)
 Two-time
Tour winner’s foundation to alloy local kids to “enjoy the bike.”
(velonation.com)
 Top
female and male pros back in action in Australia. (velonation.com)
 Here
is the list of who is riding what in 2014. You’ll find all the pro team
bikes for the 18 World Tour teams and the 17 Pro Continental
teams. (inrng.com)
 Twelve
months on from Bradley Wiggins receiving a knighthood for
winning the Tour de France and time trial gold medal at the London 2012
Olympic Games, Chris Froome has been bestowed with... nothing.
(cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 "I
have never had a problem with studded tires getting flats."
(velonews.com)
|
 Chris
Froome has caused a Twitter stir this week by posting a photo of
himself wearing what can best be described as a see-through Team Sky
skinsuit. (cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 Since
2007, the ErgVideo system of training with the CompuTrainer has been a
staple of interactive indoor cycling training. The latest advance has
been partnering with Peaks Coaching Group to develop the Hunter Allen
Power Training ErgVideo series. (pezcyclingnews.com)
 Spaniard
returns to race after three-year absence. (cyclingnews.com)
The
Cannondale Pro Cycling team will be on the road for the first time on
January 19 to attend the People's Choice Classic in Australia.
(pelotonmagazine.com)
![Photo: I always sleep at night because my frame [the Dogma] doesn't weigh 700g.](http://cyclingweekly.media.ipcdigital.co.uk/11141/00000c192/d425_orh315w315/Pinarello.jpg "Photo: I always sleep at night because my frame [the Dogma] doesn't weigh 700g.") Other
bicycle manufacturers may claim the UCI's 6.8kg minimum weight limit
demonstrates it is out of touch with the moden world, but not Fausto
Pinarello. (cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 Colombia
rider cautiously optimistic about team’s chances of being selected for
Giro d’Italia. (velonation.com)
Videos:
Tour de France, 2013 and 2014
U.S. Real Time Wind Map 2014 Women's UCI Road Calendar 2014 UCI Road Calendar 2014 Calendar and iCal UCI 2013-2014 CX Race Calendar Women on Bikes Men's Pro Cycling on Twitter Twitter Hashtags For Races Shop Talk Local Bike Shop Inventory Unwritten rules of cycling etiquette Bicycling's 50 Golden Rules Bike trade tweeps Archive Health and Fitness Tips and Safety Race Reports 5 things you should check before every ride Sunscreen User's Guide |
 Nys
took an early lead in the men’s race and extended it by skipping the
first pit, while every racer behind stopped to swap bikes.
(cxmagazine.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 3 out of 5 stars. "The Madone's pedigree imbues a fine ride
despite a limited spec." (bikeradar.com)
Races
& Results.
Santos Tour Down Under - Jan 19-25, 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), UCI Road World Championships - Sept 22-29 (Results), Vuelta a España - Aug 24-Sept 15 (Results), Tour de France - June 29-July 21 (Results), Giro d'Italia - May 4-26 (Results).  It
rides on 36″ wheels, uses eight full length bicycle chains and parts of
a Monster Beach Cruiser. (bikerumor.com)
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 Cycle On The Rollers How To Be A Good New Rider Video: The truth about dishonesty Video: Performance Video: Get Dirty Video Downloads, races and documentaries Documentary: Cycling’s Greatest Fraud |
 There
is no bigger name in cyclocross than Sven Nys. Nys has dominated
professional cyclocross since he won his first Superprestige series in
1999. (cxmagazine.com)
 While
the bike itself is newsworthy, what also stood out was a pair of
prototype Shimano pedals on Nys's machine. (bikeradar.com)
 The
New Year marks the official start of the 2014 season in the
professional peloton, with riders and teams finally able to show off
their new team kit, bikes and sponsors. (cyclingnews.com)
 The
site will let riders like you and I search a global inventory of
new/old stock and get a deal on new bikes that just didn’t sell before
the latest and greatest diverted eyeballs from them. (bikerumor.com)
|
 "The
irony is that it didn't help, because this year I had the worst results
of my life." (cyclingnews.com)
 In
part two of his year review, Blazin' Saddles looks at July through to
December. (uk.eurosport.yahoo.com)
 It’s
now a well-established fact that wider tires roll faster than narrow
ones. Professional racers now use 25 mm tires, which are 20% wider than
the tires that most racers used just 20 years ago.
(janheine.wordpress.com)
 After
more than a decade on Colnago cyclocross bikes, Sven Nys made the
official swap to Trek on Wednesday, riding the new Boone in his home
race at the G.P. Sven Nys in Baal, Belgium. (velonews.com)
Videos:
Tour de France, 2013 and 2014
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