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| Dec 31 |
 The
2014 GVA Bpost Bank Trophy Cyclocross at Baal (GP Sven Nys) is
Wednesday, January 1. Live streaming video: 2:45pm CET (8:45am U.S.
Eastern). (cyclingfans.com)
In years to come books will be written about this most thrilling of
stages at the 100th edition of the Tour de France. (telegraph.co.uk)
 Perhaps
no one caught as much flack in 2013 as Alejandro Valverde.
(velonews.com)
 “He
chose to race in Colombia next year, where he will be able to grow in
technical and physical terms with less pressure on him.”
(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 (Results), Vuelta a España - Aug 24-Sept 15 (Results), Tour de France - June 29-July 21 (Results), Giro d'Italia - May 4-26 (Results).  New
financial model would take advantage of international calendar.
(velonation.com)
 If
thieves break into your garage or home you'll foil them for a lot
longer with ground anchors and meaty chains. (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 |  With
another year coming to an end, this is our annual excuse to look back
and recognize those moments from this year that are worthy of further
acknowledgment and/or memorialization, even in those cases where the
event is something we’d rather forget. (redkiteprayer.com)
 Who
know what 2014 will bring? There are some signs but it’s often the
unexpected events that delight and intrigue. Here are some
extrapolations and wild guesses for the year ahead. (inrng.com)
 There
was no lack of headlines in 2013, a year that proved crucial to
cycling’s transition toward a cleaner, more credible future.
(velonews.com)
 It’s
that time of year when everyone makes a “best of 2013” list.
(neilbrowne.com)
 Vaughters:
"This is our youngest roster ever." (cyclingnews.com)
 Irishman
determined to be in strong condition at race start in Belfast.
(velonation.com)
 Mat
Hayman to make his debut for Australian team in his eighth race
appearance. (velonation.com)
 Trek
wanted to maintain the characteristics that made their do-it-all,
26-inch Fuel EX one of their most popular models while upping its game
with the help of 29-inch wheels. (mbaction.com)
|  Method
would greatly increase window of detection. (velonation.com)
 Tirreno
likely as American's first test of season. (cyclingnews.com)
 According
to The Associated Press, Cliff-Ryan, a former in-line speedskater and
the 2006 U.S. criterium champion, was injured when struck by Kevin
Geminder, who fell during training. (velonews.com)
 Trek
rider to focus on stage racing and Ardennes classics. (cyclingnews.com)
 "My
teammates aren't interested in the Armstrong era." (cyclingnews.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 5 out of 5 stars. "The most entertaining way to train indoors
- if you can afford them." (bikeradar.com)
 Twenty
one grams. Thats how much the worlds lightest presta only bicycle pump
weighs. Despite the modest package, the carbon bodied pump can inflate
tires up to 150psi/11 bar. (bikerumor.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 |
 Fernando
Alonso will face an important litmus test as he pulls together a
management team to direct his high-profile entree into the peloton.
(velonews.com)
 World
cyclocross champion Sven Nys and Belgian countryman Sven Vanthourenhout
will start Wednesday’s G.P. Sven Nys in Baal, Belgium, under their new
banner of Crelan-AA Drink, Trek announced on Monday. As had been widely
speculated, Nys’ new team will ride the Wisconsin-based brand’s bikes.
(velonews.com)
 Short
of spending a king’s ransom on equipment or PEDs (or both, for the
financially provident and morally bankrupt), the easiest way of proving
how SERIOUS you take your cycling is to start to investigate training
methods and theories focussing on how to improve your latent cycling
prowess. (cyclismas.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).  Spaniard
reveals race program for 2014.
 Every
rider, athlete and player has a career arc. They rise, peak and then
they fall. In any sport that involves world-class levels of physical
performance, your time at the top is limited.
 Paris-Nice,
Critérium International and Dauphiné on Sicilian's program.
(cyclingnews.com)
 New
team following a year of mishap. (cyclingnews.com)
 UCI
reforms: Whether minimum weights will be lowered or disc wheels finally
permitted is anyone's guess. (cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 The
product looks like a great idea and the company offers a return policy.
(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 |  Pinot
and co. compensate for Tour with strong Vuelta showing.
(cyclingnews.com)
 Corriere
della Sera claims suspicions of fraud go back to 2012. (cyclingnews.com)
 Many
a weekend warrior sees the pro cyclist as a role model but it’s not so
often that pro riders draw inspiration from a rival, at least in
public. (inrng.com)
 SRAM
recalled its hydraulic road disc and rim brakes earlier this month
after system failures in extreme cold. (velonews.com)
 Tom
Boonen and Mark Cavendish will open the 2014 season together in
Argentina. The pair will be among Omega Pharma-Quick Step’s starting
six at the Tour de San Luís, the team confirmed on Monday.
(velonews.com)
 Wide-profile
rims, 1x11 MTB drivetrains round out top three. (cyclingnews.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4.5 out of 5 stars. "High quality kit that is a pleasure to
wear." (bikeradar.com)
 Top
cycling photographer Andy Jones takes us on a whistlestop tour of his
favorite images from the 2013 season. (cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 Geoff
Proctor provides insight into camp's Q&A with world champ.
(cyclingnews.com)
 The
stories and events that made the biggest impact on the world of
mountain biking. (bikeradar.com)
|  In
competition test from US masters showed presence of EPO, amphetamine
and a steroid. (velonation.com)
 Three-time
Flanders runner-up has fine reduced. (cyclingnews.com)
 Spartacus,
Champion or whatever you call him, Fabian Cancellara is a feared man on
the cobbles, in a time trial or towing a bunch back up to an escape.
(pezcyclingnews.com)
 The
past season also provided glimpses of riders on the cusp of greatness.
Looking into the crystal ball, here are five riders to watch for 2014.
(velonews.com)
 27-year-old
will support teammate Valverde. (cyclingnews.com)
 Specialized
Bicycle Components is recalling 173 Source Eleven and Source Expert
Disc bicycles with Supernova Switchable Dynamo Front Hubs after a
problem with the front hub cropped up. (bikingbis.com)
 Disappointed
by being left off the new Pro Tour Pinups Calendar, Katusha’s Daniel
Moreno took the unusual step of posting his own pin-up
shot. (atwistedspoke.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
world champion was alone off the front when he hit the deck on the
fourth lap. (cxmagazine.com)
 American
Elle Anderson (California Giant-Specialized) rode to a podium finish on
Sunday as Sanne Cant (Enertherm-BKCP) collected her ninth victory of
the season in the Superprestige round at Diegem. (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 (Results), Vuelta a España - Aug 24-Sept 15 (Results), Tour de France - June 29-July 21 (Results), Giro d'Italia - May 4-26 (Results).  Chris
Froome won’t be satisfied with just one yellow jersey. (velonews.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4 out of 5 stars. "A classy-looking frameset that blurs the
lines between carbon and aluminium." (bikeradar.com)
 "10
stories that were the top ten that riders read from our website during
2013. Just click the story name to read the ones you might have
missed." (mbaction.com)
Katusha leader outlines program for 2014. (cyclingnews.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 |  Spaniard
hit while out training, now recovering. (cyclingnews.com)
 Astana
all-rounder ready to support team in July. (cyclingnews.com)
 The
UCI Congress was descending into chaos. Well into the fourth hour of
proceedings, exasperated delegates were turning acrimonious over the
legitimacy of standing UCI president Pat McQuaid’s candidacy.
(velonews.com)
 Former
European champion speaks about structured preparation. (velonation.com)
 Cody
Kaiser on the thrill of being a spectator in Belgium. (cyclingnews.com)
 An
eventful year in the world of road bikes and cycling. Here they are, in
no particular order... (bikeradar.com)
|  UCI
president outlines what he sees as the most crucial steps for the
sport. (velonation.com)
 American
tops poll ahead of Froome and Armstrong. (cyclingnews.com)
 In
Oudenaarde, Belgium is the excellent Tour of Flanders Centre, housed in
a modern building, stands near to the finish line of arguably the
greatest One Day Classic: the Tour of Flanders. (pezcyclingnews.com)
 Former
world and Olympic champion ready to try something new. (velonation.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 3.5 out of 5 stars. "Responsive, tough and uniquely user
friendly wheels but seriously expensive." (bikeradar.com)
 Many
of the chronic effects of exercise are positive ones.
(cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 In
recent years there's been a growing body of research showing that music
can have dramatic and positive effects on exercise performance.
(cyclingweekly.co.uk)
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
2013 Hansgrohe Superprestige Cyclocross - Diegem (Belgium) is Sunday,
December 29. Live streaming video: 5:00pm CET (11:00am U.S.
Eastern). (cyclingfans.com)
Katusha leader outlines program for 2014. (cyclingnews.com)
 Spain’s
“green bullet,” who turns 34 in April, has struggled in the Tour
following his comeback in 2012 from a two-year racing ban for links to
the Operación Puerto doping scandal. (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 (Results), Vuelta a España - Aug 24-Sept 15 (Results), Tour de France - June 29-July 21 (Results), Giro d'Italia - May 4-26 (Results).  Czech
champion outsprints Rob Peeters in changeable conditions.
(velonation.com)
 “I
know I have to put an end to this stage in order to focus on another
stage of my life.” (velonation.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 |
 Strong
desire to win multiple Tour de France titles. (cyclingnews.com)
 Entering
its eighth edition, Argentina’s Tour de San Luis is attracting some of
the biggest names in pro cycling for the January 19-26 season opener.
(velonews.com)
 Savio's
team remains with Italian brand. (cyclingnews.com)
 Disc
brakes, 11 speeds and custom carbon were the trends expected at
Eurobike this year. (pezcyclingnews.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 3.5 out of 5 stars. "Solid consumer stand that’s not limited
to its supplied base." (bikeradar.com)
 Australian
neo-pro handed impressive race program. (cyclingnews.com)
 Cervélo
back on top after a one-year hiatus. (cyclingnews.com)
|
So many race winners in December before the races begin.
(atwistedspoke.com)
 Team
boss couldn't afford to keep Chavanel. (cyclingnews.com)
 Early
season start should aid BMC Racing Team rider to hit peak form for Giro
d’Italia. (velonation.com)
 Vincenzo
Nibali (Astana) made his pursuit of pink look easy en route to winning
the 96th Giro d’Italia. (velonews.com)
 Cycling
shorts are easy to figure out, unlike bibs that sometimes come with
complicated straps with funky zippers or
buckles. (bikeradar.com)
 Announcement
of courses could come in next three months, collegiate championships as
dry run. (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 |
 Marianne
Vos takes revenge on Katie Compton after World Cup defeats.
(velonation.com)
 Compton
races to second spot ahead of Wyman in third.
(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 (Results), Vuelta a España - Aug 24-Sept 15 (Results), Tour de France - June 29-July 21 (Results), Giro d'Italia - May 4-26 (Results).  That
star crashed and burned spectacularly over the past year, leaving the
federation — and the sport of cycling — to pick up the pieces, with no
precedent on how to reconcile Armstrong’s nullified results.
(velonews.com)
 Italian
Photographer shares his memories of the season. (cyclingnews.com)
 "Here
are the most exciting bits and pieces of road cycling kit and mountain
biking gear that found their way to us this
week." (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 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 |
 Feltrin
states that no contract was ever agreed, and that team roster has been
finalized. (velonation.com)
 The
search for every watt and gram seems one-sided, the effort to go uphill
fast exceeds all thought about what to do once the mountain pass has
been scaled and the descent awaits. (inrng.com)
 FDJ
rider hoping to get over his fear of speed. (cyclingnews.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 3 out of 5 stars. "The softened frame is still stiff, but
mellowed a little by the big wheels." (bikeradar.com)
 Cycling's
greatest problem is that it has all been heard before. The sport
insists it has changed and the systematic team-based doping that led to
the Lance Armstrong scandal is no longer. (sbs.com.au)
|
 N
for Nibali: As Italy slowly recovers from the EPO era, the country has
turned to Vincenzo Nibali as the one man who can give the tifosi hope
for the future. (pelotonmagazine.com)
Trek rider back with his brother and ambitious for 2014.
(cyclingnews.com)
 US
cross country domestic mountain bike race series schedule set.
(cyclingnews.com)
 Hardened
adventurer, Maria Leijerstam, reached the South Pole yesterday morning
on a purpose-built recumbent tricycle. She became the first person to
cycle from the edge of Antarctica to the Pole and beat all previous
speed records in the process. (sbs.com.au)
 Dutchman
to begin his season at the Volta ao Algarve. (cyclingnews.com)
 About
the size of a Ghostbusters Ghost Trap when folded up (theoretically),
the Omnium is built to go wherever you go – even if that is just to the
basement to work out. (bikerumor.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
2013 GVA Bpost Bank Trophy Cyclocross at Loenhout (Azencross Loenhout)
is Friday, December 27. Live streaming video: 2:45pm CET
(8:45am U.S. Eastern). (cyclingfans.com)
 US
champion overcomes a slow start to widen overall lead. (velonation.com)
 Czechs
Bina, Stybar make first World Cup podium this 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 (Results), Vuelta a España - Aug 24-Sept 15 (Results), Tour de France - June 29-July 21 (Results), Giro d'Italia - May 4-26 (Results).  BikeRadar
verdict: 4 out of 5 stars. "A beautifully built, fun and involving bike
for composed cruising." (bikeradar.com)
 Second
straight win for a Shimano electronic groupset. (cyclingnews.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 |
 American
champion beats Vos twice within one week. (cyclingnews.com)
 The
Tour of Ireland is on course to return in 2015 with a
five-day 2.1 ranked race on the cards, according to Dublin-based sports
marketing firm Shadetree Sports. (stickybottle.com)
 Cannondale
rider talks about his cobbled Classics rivalry. (cyclingnews.com)
 Whether
you are a road racer, time trialist or sportive/leisure rider, the
ability to go around bends safely and efficiently is very important,
writes former national track champion turned coach Aidan Ryan.
(stickybottle.com)
Saxo Tinkoff rider speaks about best and worst moments from 2013 .
 Looking
for a cheap, durable commuter that can take a few hits and still join
in on the B or C weekend group ride? (bikerumor.com)
|
 Slovenian
strongman Aldo Ino Ilesic signed for UnitedHealthcare this year and
immediately slot into their famous blue train as a strong key in their
leadouts. (pezcyclingnews.com)
 Dutch
sprinter puts his Vuelta problems behind him. (cyclingnews.com)
 It’ll
come with both stick-on or sleeved-and-zip-tied mounting solutions,
letting you use it across multiple cranksets. (bikerumor.com)
 If
you’re going to ride bicycles, you’re going to need some pumps.
(bikerumor.com)
 Another
year is just about behind us, along with another year's worth of riding
a huge range of brand new bike products – some of which have been
awesome, and others less so. (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 |
 Compton
continues to lead women's rankings. (cyclingnews.com)
 Rabobank-Liv/Giant
design graduate creates four jerseys for season-long competition.
(velonation.com)
 Former
Olympic champion on last-minute hunt for squad. (cyclingnews.com)
 Italian
re-signs after collapse of Astana deal. (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 (Results), Vuelta a España - Aug 24-Sept 15 (Results), Tour de France - June 29-July 21 (Results), Giro d'Italia - May 4-26 (Results).  Dutchman
savours Amstel Gold contribution to Kreuziger’s success.
(velonation.com)
 Tagged
with an outrageous price tag of $1,000,000, the 24k gold plated fatbike
is making the rounds this week. Love it or hate it, this thing would
certainly turn some heads. (bikerumor.com)
Astana
rider to help Nibali in July. (cyclingnews.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 |
 Russian
rider out until 2017. (velonation.com)
 Fabian
Cancellara will attempt the hour record this year, in April or
July/August, according to Trek Factory Racing. He will try to break the
current 49.7-kilometer record between either April 14-27 or July
28-August 10. (velonews.com)
 Swedish
rider hoping to rediscover spark from 2012. (velonation.com)
 Specialized
has recently been working with Formula 1 giant McLaren, and for 2014
the duo have expanded their research into how to make better bikes and
gear. (bikeradar.com)
 A
lot of new road bike gear flooded out in 2013, from an onslaught of new
power meters to a flurry of disc brakes — and a subsequent flurry of
disc brake recalls… (bikeradar.com)
 Good
looking cycling equipment, including attractive helmets, doesn’t
usually come cheap. (velonews.com)
 Cannibal
from Baal wins for 12th time. (cyclingnews.com)
|
 Efforts
to create an independent commission that will X-ray cycling’s dirty
past are coming closer to fruition. (velonews.com)
 Americans
move up to WorldTour in 2014. (cyclingnews.com)
Contador struggles for wins throughout the season. (cyclingnews.com)
 ’Cross
is that most racing is done on the big ring with short and rare forays
to the granny ring to navigate something steep, slow, or technical.
(velonews.com)
 Courtenay
McFadden enjoys first racing experience in Belgium. (cyclingnews.com)
 When
Chris Hoy announced his retirement in April, he confessed relief, not
about no longer racing, but at having finally made the announcement.
(cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 Developed
by Dr. Stacy Sims, an expert in the field of hormones, the system is
designed to offset the physiological effects that female hormones have
on training and racing. (competitivecyclist.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 |
 Tour
de France winner Chris Froome has signed a new contract with Team Sky,
extending his stay, while Spanish climber Mikel Nieve also joined the
team. (uk.eurosport.yahoo.com)
 Astana
rider to help Nibali in July. (cyclingnews.com)
 Pay
attention, because we’re in the presence of greatness. (velonews.com)
 Despite
being born in Kenya, raised in South Africa, and residing in Monaco,
Chris Froome (Sky) is every bit an English gentleman. (velonews.com)
 Carlos
Betancur (Ag2r-La Mondiale), one of the revelations of the 2013 season,
hopes to take on the Tour de France in the coming season. (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 (Results), Vuelta a España - Aug 24-Sept 15 (Results), Tour de France - June 29-July 21 (Results), Giro d'Italia - May 4-26 (Results).  Squad
looks back on 2013 season and ahead to what it hopes will be first-ever
Grand Tour participation. (velonation.com)
 Fyxation’s
leather goods collection is out, with four options for carrying the
essentials (including the bike itself). (bikerumor.com)
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Formula 1 driver’s team set to debut in 2015; eyeing on Peter Sagan and
Tony Martin. (velonation.com)
 The
Giro d’Italia welcomed new boss Paolo Bellino this week but big
questions, ones worth 11 million euros, remain. Despite an RCS Sport
management shakeup over the last two months, a Milan prosecutor is
trying to understand why its parent company failed to respond as early
as April 2012. (velonews.com)
 What’s
the difference between a bike shop and a coffee shop? About five years’
time. (inrng.com)
 Behind
the scenes with BMC rider during his trip to the United Kingdom.
(cyclingnews.com)
 One
of the hallmarks of the old regime at the International Cycling Union
(UCI) was its reluctance in embracing modern technological advances,
but a new appointment seems to have signalled a change of heart.
(sbs.com.au)
 The
"Croc" is the oldest marathon mountain bike stage race in the world
with next year's event marking its 20th anniversary. (sbs.com.au)
 Climbing
specialist gets protected status in early-season Australian race.
(velonation.com)
|
 Australian
serves up opinion after Rogers is positive. (cyclingnews.com)
 Italian
rider to be captain of the team. (cyclingnews.com)
 "Today
we’ve got items from Scott, CompuTrainer, DeFeet, ZEROZ, Syncros, De
Marchi, Capo, Ceepo, Quarq, Liitle T Baker, SRAM, Vision, Darrell Parks
& Hincapie." (pezcyclingnews.com)
 This excerpt
appears in Tim Lewis’ new book,
Land of Second Chances, available now. (velonews.com)
 There
are two kinds of lighting setups in the world, ones that let you be
seen and those that allow you to see. (competitivecyclist.com)
 Another
year is just about behind us, along with another year's worth of riding
a huge range of brand new bike products – some of which have been
awesome, and others less so. (bikeradar.com)
 NBS
= Non Bike Stuff (aka: the things that make our lives more enjoyable as
cyclists). (bikerumor.com)
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 Duo
also victorious in men and women's madison. (cyclingnews.com)
 Vantornout
second as Albert out-paces Nys for third. World Cup champ Katie Compton
won the women’s race, defeating world champ Marianne Vos.
(cyclingnews.com)
American extends World Cup lead over Harris, who takes solid third
place. (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 (Results), Vuelta a España - Aug 24-Sept 15 (Results), Tour de France - June 29-July 21 (Results), Giro d'Italia - May 4-26 (Results).  Italian
photographer shares his memories of the season. (cyclingnews.com)
You
can't catch Maya Rindahl. The 7-year-old recently returned from
Oklahoma, where she earned the title of 2013 USA BMX National Champion
for her age group. (patch.com)
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 In
a terrible weekend for professional cyclists, two young promising
riders have passed away. (cyclingnews.com)
 Garmin-Sharp
pro Dan Martin will disarm you on a number of fronts. He's not the man
you think he is. (cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 Garmin-Sharp
sprinter to debut at the Tour de San Luis. (cyclingnews.com)
 There’s
something about the worst weather possible that although difficult at
the time brings on the best memories later down the track.
(pezcyclingnews.com)
 Dutch
champion happy at Androni Giocatolli. (cyclingnews.com)
 Rubiano
moving across from Androni Giocattoli – Venezuela, is a past winner of
mountains classification. (velonation.com)
|
 Kittel
delivers in the sprints as team perfects its lead outs.
(cyclingnews.com)
 Europcar
leader set Paris-Nice and Amstel Gold as early targets.
(cyclingnews.com)
 Engagement
with fans earns votes. (cyclingnews.com)
 "There
were guys (team-mates), I won’t name them, who would deliberately peel
off with 1km to go and leave me 20th wheel. I’d put all my eggs in
their basket assuming they’re going to position me well, and then that
happens." (sbs.com.au)
 Not
only is Kristof an exceptional photographer from a technical and
artistic perspective, but he also knows how to tell a good story.
(cyclingtips.com.au)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4 out of 5 stars. "High performance race shoes with a
super-stiff sole and great fit." (bikeradar.com)
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 2013-2014
Cyclocross season action continues Sunday with UCI Cyclocross World Cup
at Namur, Belgium. Live streaming video: Women: 1:30pm CET (7:30am U.S.
Eastern) - Men: 3:00pm CET (9:00am U.S. Eastern). (cyclingfans.com)
 No
world cup standing to defend for world champ with banged up arm.
(velonation.com)
Sanne Cant takes a three-way battle for the women’s race.
(velonation.com)
 Stetina
to make his BMC debut in Argentina. (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 (Results), Vuelta a España - Aug 24-Sept 15 (Results), Tour de France - June 29-July 21 (Results), Giro d'Italia - May 4-26 (Results).  Team
Sky has set the bar so high that the French complaint of a “peloton at
two speeds” from a decade ago could once again be dusted off.
(velonews.com)
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 Says
names will be announced in early 2014, whole process could take a year.
(velonation.com)
 He’s
said it before, but this time he means it: Andy Schleck (Trek Factory
Racing) insists the worst is behind him, and he’ll be back at his best
during the 2014 season. (velonews.com)
 New
Professional Continental team keen to impress in its first WorldTour
event. (velonation.com)
 Overtraining
is something we're all probably guilty of self-diagnosing, but how
seriously do the pros take it? (bikeradar.com)
 Freezing
conditions spark debate about safety. (cyclingnews.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 3 out of 5 stars. "Smooth bearings and rigid rims, but a
narrow profile and high cost." (bikeradar.com)
|
 Many
wondered how Rogers might have tested positive in Japan, but not while
racing in China. (velonews.com)
 80%
of riders requested morphological exemptions. (cyclingnews.com)
 For
Sven Nys, considered by many to be the greatest cyclocross rider in
history, the sport’s greatest prize — the world champion’s
rainbow-striped jersey — had long remained elusive. (velonews.com)
 It’s
that time of year again with lots of teams on the Costa Blanca for
their first training camp of the off season. (pezcyclingnews.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 3 out of 5 stars. "A refined ride with improved brakes for
comfy country lane or city cruising." (bikeradar.com)
 This
case and mount combo from Optrix allows riders to securely mount their
iPhone 5 or 5S to their handlebars in either a portrait or landscape
orientation. (bikeradar.com)
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The
2013 GVA Bpost Bank Trophy Cyclocross at Essen (GP Rouwmoer - Essen) is
Saturday, December 21. Live streaming video: 2:45pm CET (8:45am U.S.
Eastern). (cyclingfans.com)
 WorldTour
status "of secondary importance" to F1 driver. (cyclingnews.com)
 Grand
Tours clear favorites with Giro second, Vuelta third. (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 (Results), Vuelta a España - Aug 24-Sept 15 (Results), Tour de France - June 29-July 21 (Results), Giro d'Italia - May 4-26 (Results).  New
sponsor and best Grand Tour result in years for Dutch team.
(cyclingnews.com)
 In
a surprising holiday faux pas, Team Sky sent a holiday card to fans
which appears to show Chris Froome dropping Wiggins on a snowy climb in
the mountains. (atwistedspoke.com)
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 After
the highlights, the lowlights. Sport is meant to have its drama but pro
cycling often crosses the line from pantomime villainy to
worse. (inrng.com)
 So
much happens every year in cycling that all the heroics, the
controversies, the victories and the memories become a blur in our
minds. (pelotonmagazine.com)
 "He
impresses me less than Quintana." (cyclingnews.com)
 Atapuma
and Stetina amongst the overall contenders for BMC Racing Team.
(velonation.com)
 Manx
Missile determined to perfect his sprint train in time for Yorkshire
Tour de France start. (velonation.com)
 “I
think the Pompeiaga will be the perfect launch pad for attacks.”
(velonation.com)
|
 Like
Michael Rogers, Belgian also tested positive after racing in China.
(velonation.com)
 Australian
proposes contaminated meat as explanation for positive test.
(cyclingnews.com)
 "Our
first priority is safety our second priority is to get you back out
riding just as fast as we can with mechanical brakes, and then with the
new generation of hydraulic as soon as it is ready."
(pelotonmagazine.com)
 Hot
new gear from Sony, Velopress, Conquest CycleWear, Bellwether, Verge
Sport, Mt Borah, Barfly, Lake, Olympia, Craft, a great deal from Sports
Tours International and more. (pezcyclingnews.com)
 Eusebio
Unzue knows a good thing when he sees it, and with Nairo Quintana, the
veteran Movistar manager realizes he has a real gem. Unzue is handling
Quintana with care, which could mean the 23-year-old Colombian might
not race next year’s Tour de France. (velonews.com)
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 If
the Danish-now-Russian squad has to sack Rogers, then there’s a huge
roster hole for a talented climber and road captain to help Contador
try to crack Sky and Chris Froome and prevent a second win for the
South African. (atwistedspoke.com)
 Belgian
rider tested positive in early November. (cyclingnews.com)
 Alejandro
Valverde (Movistar) is plotting a bumpy road ahead of the 2014 Tour de
France, literally. (velonews.com)
 Trek
rider on new Ronde and Milan-San Remo routes. (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 (Results), Vuelta a España - Aug 24-Sept 15 (Results), Tour de France - June 29-July 21 (Results), Giro d'Italia - May 4-26 (Results).  Peeters
rounds out podium in Sint Niklaas. (cyclingnews.com)
 Cannondale
man also bids for Milan-San Remo victory and third Tour de France green
jersey. (roadcyclinguk.com)
 German
champion seeking 15th stage win in Australian WorldTour opener.
(velonation.com)
![Photo: It was a difficult process to find replacements for Brad [Wiggins] and Paul [Manning] from the Beijing team.](https://default.secure.media.ipcdigital.co.uk/11141/000006570/4484/Ed-Clancy-Dan-Hunt-European-track-championships-2011.jpg "Photo: It was a difficult process to find replacements for Brad [Wiggins] and Paul [Manning] from the Beijing team.") Dan
Hunt, who recently left his role as a Team Sky directeur sportif to
work for the Premier League's Elite Player Performance Plan, was one of
the masterminds behind Great Britain's success at the Beijing and
London Olympics. (cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 It
could be argued that fat bikes are set to become another mainstream
segment of the sport instead of just a tiny
niche. (bikeradar.com)
 One
gets the feeling that Evelyn Stevens is probably very good at whatever
Evelyn Stevens does. (velonews.com)
 "It's
hugely unfortunate for the team this is now happening."
(cyclingnews.com)
 Cannondale
leader talks about Paris-Roubaix, going for green and his growing
confidence. (cyclingnews.com)
 Boulder
to Denver stage closes out Colorado race. (cyclingnews.com)
 Igor
Gonzalez de Galdeano, the former manager of the now-defunct
Euskaltel-Euskadi team, had some pointed words about Formula One driver
Fernando Alonso, insisting that he is being “poorly advised” in his
entree into cycling. (velonews.com)
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Valverde and Unzué accept awards from UCI president in Madrid.
Almost
every year cycling reaches peak interest at the end of July with the
culmination of the Tour de France, but 2013 was the year in which Lance
Armstrong ensured mid-January saw the sport's defining moment.
(pelotonmagazine.com)
 Italian
arrives following dismissal of Michele Acquarone. (cyclingnews.com)
 Tirreno-Adriatico
provided plenty of excitement, none more so that the stage which
featured a finishing circuit with laps through the village of
Sant’Elpidio al Mare. (inrng.com)
 The
crusade Geoff Proctor started in 2003 is working. (velonews.com)
 Once
the driver arrived at his Pompano Beach townhouse, he removed the bike
from the car’s roof and dumped him in a wooded area behind a trash bin
and bushes. (miamihearld.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 3 out of 5 stars. "A lively all-round road bike with untapped
speed potential." (bikeradar.com)
 Due
to the possibility of the attachment bolt for the front brake’s quick
release to come loose, Trek has initiated a recall of select Madones.
(bikerumor.com)
 Wednesday
was another hushed day in the arbitration hearing of former U.S. Postal
Service manager Johan Bruyneel and two others, as no real news emerged
from proceedings and only chirps came from the margins of the story.
(velonews.com)
Former time trial world champion Michael Rogers (Saxo-Tinkoff) tested
positive for clenbuterol in a urine test at the Japan Cup in October.
(velonews.com)
 "Lance
Armstrong has his own agenda and that is certainly his own personal
interest, whether it is that he wants his sanctions to be reduced or
whether he wants money. Usually, with Lance, there is always an
interest in money. My interest is the truth." (cyclingnews.com)
 “I
know he is clean, he knows he is clean, his management knows that he is
clean, Endura knows that he is clean, yet he has to go through all
this.” (velonation.com)
 Felt
Bicycles is pleased to announce it will supply road and time trial
frames to two U.S. men’s road teams in 2014—the Hincapie Sportswear
Development Team that operates out of Greenville, South Carolina and
the Horizon Organic/Einstein Bros Bagels Cycling Team based in Boulder,
Colorado. (feltbicycles.com)
|
 Cycling’s
world governing body appears to be preparing to ease its often
antagonistic approach to technology development in the sport with the
appointment of Dimitris Katsanis to the UCI’s Equipment Commission.
(velonews.com)
 At
42 Jens Voigt is heading into his last season as a professional
cyclist. Throughout his career he has been one of the ‘strongmen’ of
the peloton, chasing breaks, fetching water bottles and every now and
again; winning a race. (pezcyclingnews.com)
 The
“five magnificent ones” predict selective races and a likely small
group finish. (velonation.com)
 Frenchman
hoping to get into the top-five at home race. (cyclingnews.com)
 Here
are 6 recommendations for adventure films that will keep you
motivated throughout your workout. (303cyclingnews.com)
 Serotta
started his framebuilding business in 1972, and he did things that few
other domestic builders had done or have done since.. (velonews.com)
Two former backers of Texan turn on him after he said they were aware
of doping. (cyclingnews.com)
 Race
for love? Race for money? For Chris Horner, it’s time to decide.
(velonews.com)
 Horner
refused contract offer from Trek Factory Racing. (cyclingnews.com)
 An
obvious pick, Stage 13 of the Tour de France was the day the OPQS and
Belkin teams shredded the bunch in the crosswinds. With hindsight it
how a hotel booking can alter a race too. (inrng.com)
 The
makers of exotic Mad Fiber carbon wheels have filed for bankruptcy six
weeks after news emerged that production had stopped at the brand's
Seattle factory. (bikeradar.com)
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One
gets the feeling that Evelyn Stevens is probably very good at whatever
Evelyn Stevens does. (velonews.com)
"It's
hugely unfortunate for the team this is now happening."
(cyclingnews.com)
Cannondale
leader talks about Paris-Roubaix, going for green and his growing
confidence. (cyclingnews.com)
Boulder
to Denver stage closes out Colorado 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 (Results), Vuelta a España - Aug 24-Sept 15 (Results), Tour de France - June 29-July 21 (Results), Giro d'Italia - May 4-26 (Results). Igor
Gonzalez de Galdeano, the former manager of the now-defunct
Euskaltel-Euskadi team, had some pointed words about Formula One driver
Fernando Alonso, insisting that he is being “poorly advised” in his
entree into cycling. (velonews.com)
 Trading
on our nostalgia for the Schwinn brand (can you blame them?), the
company has introduced a relatively simple board game that can keep a
family entertained. (redkiteprayer.com)
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Wednesday
was another hushed day in the arbitration hearing of former U.S. Postal
Service manager Johan Bruyneel and two others, as no real news emerged
from proceedings and only chirps came from the margins of the story.
(velonews.com)
Former time trial world champion Michael Rogers (Saxo-Tinkoff) tested
positive for clenbuterol in a urine test at the Japan Cup in October.
(velonews.com)
"Lance
Armstrong has his own agenda and that is certainly his own personal
interest, whether it is that he wants his sanctions to be reduced or
whether he wants money. Usually, with Lance, there is always an
interest in money. My interest is the truth." (cyclingnews.com)
“I
know he is clean, he knows he is clean, his management knows that he is
clean, Endura knows that he is clean, yet he has to go through all
this.” (velonation.com)
Felt
Bicycles is pleased to announce it will supply road and time trial
frames to two U.S. men’s road teams in 2014—the Hincapie Sportswear
Development Team that operates out of Greenville, South Carolina and
the Horizon Organic/Einstein Bros Bagels Cycling Team based in Boulder,
Colorado. (feltbicycles.com)
 Trek
claims that the new Madone is more aero, more comfortable, offers
better rear brake performance, and is lighter than ever before.
(cyclingtips.com.au)
|
Two former backers of Texan turn on him after he said they were aware
of doping. (cyclingnews.com)
Race
for love? Race for money? For Chris Horner, it’s time to decide.
(velonews.com)
Horner
refused contract offer from Trek Factory Racing. (cyclingnews.com)
 The
“five magnificent ones” predict selective races and a likely small
group finish. (velonation.com)
An
obvious pick, Stage 13 of the Tour de France was the day the OPQS and
Belkin teams shredded the bunch in the crosswinds. With hindsight it
how a hotel booking can alter a race too. (inrng.com)
The
makers of exotic Mad Fiber carbon wheels have filed for bankruptcy six
weeks after news emerged that production had stopped at the brand's
Seattle factory. (bikeradar.com)
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 Compatriot
and sometime training partner had no idea of the extent of climber’s
doping regime. (velonation.com)
 Former
Giro d'Italia Director is talking -- not so much about what happened,
but what comes next. (podiumcafe.com)
 Two
separate United States Anti-Doping Agency staffers — CEO Travis Tygart
and media relations manager Annie Skinner — both declined to comment on
the Bruyneel case in recent days. (velonews.com)
 10
Continental, 4 Women's, 3 WorldTour, 2 Pro Continental teams.
(cyclingnews.com)
 The
season’s best rookie isn’t even a pro yet. But that’s set to change for
Simon Yates in 2014 when he’ll join Orica- GreenEdge alongside twin
brother Adam. (velonews.com)
SRAM
Releases Details and Website for Hydraulic Brake Recall – RED 22 and
S-700 Rim and Disc Brakes.
 What’s
next? Where do I send them? When will we get replacements? Can I keep
riding the SRAM hydraulic brakes if I ride in a warm climate?
(cxmagazine.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).  Stick
with me, kid, and I can make all your cycling dreams come true.
(bicycling.com)
 Factors
to consider for a winter-proof hoop. (roadcyclinguk.com)
 In
the world of cycling apparel, each company tries to have a unique point
of view, technical story, and brand direction, while simultaneously
reaching a wide swath of riders. (redkiteprayer.com)
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 "Lance
Armstrong has his own agenda and that is certainly his own personal
interest, whether it is that he wants his sanctions to be reduced or
whether he wants money. Usually, with Lance, there is always an
interest in money. My interest is the truth." (cyclingnews.com)
 London
hearings get underway behind closed doors. (cyclingnews.com)
 "I
don't understand how someone who is willing to invest 17 to 20 million
and wants to create a big project, has no idea how it works. He was
ill-advised and remains very badly advised." (cyclingnews.com)
 As
the 2014 season approaches here is a selection of riders to watch for.
I’ve picked six established riders who face different challenges in the
new year and six young riders who could impress but first have to
bunnyhop the chasm from amateur and pro. (inrng.com)
 "I
wash my bikes with a hose and a brush, sometimes with warm water and
dish soap, get grease off with bike wash from Progold, Pedro’s, Finish
Line, or WD-40, and, if need be, I clean the cogs further with Gear
Floss." (velonews.com)
 The
“Hell of the North” has always delivered a dramatic display of racing,
no matter who is racing or when. Rain or shine, this is a race that
makes legends. (velonews.com)
 Gianni
Savio aims to transform Androni Giocattoli into a national
Venezuela-backed first division team by 2016. (cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 The
team has used BMC's uniquely manufactured impec frame at points
throughout the last few years. (velonews.com)
|
 While
Locke’s alleged transgression occurred when he rode for Endure and not
Sky, the fall-out still damages the zero tolerance policy that Sky boss
David Brailsford installed at Sky from day
one. (atwistedspoke.com)
 Team
Sky rider denies charges but faces possible ban. (cyclingnews.com)
 Double
World champion triumphs after “difficult” post-Olympic year.
(velonation.com)
 Last
year J-Rod was 760 points better, 2520-1760. Will it be any different
in 2014? (podiumcafe.com)
 Sagan,
Basso, Moser work hard with new coach Sebastian Weber. (cyclingnews.com)
 Cyclists
are not the easiest bunch to shop for. We wear funny looking,
ridiculously priced clothes. (velonews.com)
 Velcro
strap just not cutting it anymore? (bikerumor.com)
 While
the majority of Trek Factory Racing’s bikes are under embargo until the
start of next season Cyclingnews was given an exclusive sneak preview
of Fabian Cancellara’s Trek Domane 6-Series for next
season. (bikeradar.com)
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 Does
the time fit the crime? That’s a question that Lance Armstrong has been
raising during the course of a few well-placed interviews over the past
several weeks, telling La Gazzetta dello Sport earlier this month, “My
punishment is a thousand times bigger than the ‘crime’ I committed.”
(velonews.com)
 Cyclo-cross
commission meets with major race organizers. (cyclingnews.com)
 Superb
lineup continues to grow for Argentinean event. (velonation.com)
 On
Day 2 of the North Carolina Grand Prix, the change in weather
conditions shook up both the men’s and women’s fields, thought Jeremy
Powers maintained his top of the podium position. (cxmagazine.com)
 Swiss
talks classics at Trek Factory Racing camp. (cyclingnews.com)
Races
& Results.
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Quintana (Movistar) is setting his eyes on a grand tour podium for the
2014 season. Which one? Well, any one would just fine, muchas gracias.
(velonews.com)
 George
volunteers as a guinea pig for a lactate threshold test - and more.
(roadcyclinguk.com)
 The
Psychlo X from legendary titanium framebuilders Moots is a extremely
talented bike, with bags of speed complemented by comfort and assured
handling. (road.cc)
 "Jeremy
Powers was spotted racing a prototype SRAM CXX1 (our name for now, not
official) 1×11 drivetrain at the Hendersonville, NC, cyclocross race
this Sunday." (bikerumor.com)
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Three-member group to be announced soon. (cyclingnews.com)
 "As
part of a series of highlights of the year, here is Stage 3 of
Paris-Nice and its exciting finish where the terrain, weather and
riders all combined to make a thrilling finish." (inrng.com)
 Assistance
from Akrigg and MacAskill help paralyzed Ashton complete stunning
project. (velonation.com)
 Sparking
chaos that led to two late-hour finish-line changes and a large crash,
officials waved the Orica-GreenEdge bus through the line after the
gantry was lowered. The bus became lodged and was only freed moments
before the peloton arrived. (velonews.com)
 IAM
Cycling is hoping to race not one, but two grand tours in its sophomore
season for 2014. (velonews.com)
 Saddle
designers rely on medical science, elite rider testing, pressure
mapping, high speed video, and even the use of FEA to see how human
tissue will compress when seated on a saddle. (bikerumor.com)
 Five
ideal stocking fillers for the cyclist in your life, which will not
cost the earth. (roadcyclinguk.com)
 "It’s
all still speculation, but these do look awfully quite finished now
that they’re sitting still. Our guess is that black box is the brains
of the operation." (bikerumor.com)
Luxembourg
rider targets good Tour de France finish in 2014. (cyclingnews.com)
Jessica
Cutler (Bikesport-Jamis) and Jeremy Powers (Rapha-Focus) won round one
of the North Carolina Grand Prix on Saturday. (velonews.com)
|
 2013
Tour de France samples to be analyzed. (velonation.com)
 Oldest
rider in the World Tour still motivated to perform. (cyclingnews.com)
 An
hour record attempt could happen in the next six months, as early as
late April. Both Fabian Cancellara (RadioShack-Leopard) and Tony Martin
(Omega Pharma-Quick Step) are considering the challenge this week at
their team training camps. (velonews.com)
 Rider
of the Year: Peter
Sagan eked out an advantage which he sustained through to the finish.
He garnered 30% of the total vote. (velovoices.com)
 "Christmas
is approaching ever so quickly but there’s still time to grab the
latest cycling gear for you or your loved ones. We take a look at some
great products from
Sportful, Elite, ErgVideo, Cinelli, LOOK, V-Gear, Power2max, Polar,
Grupetto Bikes & ProViz." (pezcyclingnews.com)
 The
most basic pedal in Look’s lineup, the Keo Flex, supplants the brand’s
venerable Look Easy model as the entry-level option.
(roadbikeaction.com)
 Taking
their previous DH carbon bar, ENVE added 8mm of width (0.3″) per Greg’s
specifications and special Minnaar graphics, though the rise and sweep
remain the same. (bikerumor.com)
 "We
enjoy a good gift guide as much as the next rider, but in favor of a
little less commercialism and a little more fun we’ve decided to put in
its place a simple list of some of the things we dug from 2013."
(pelotonmagazine.com)
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 New
claims state that a young Lance Armstrong paid opposing teams to secure
his victory in the Million Dollar Race twenty years ago. (sbs.com.au)
 "For
me, cyclocross will always be a big passion that is difficult to give
up completely, even though my focus is now primarily on the road."
(pelotonmagazine.com)
 Vantornout
finishes third. (cyclingnews.com)
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& Results.
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Van
den Broeck and Vanendert to begin in Tour de San Luis, Greipel and
Roelandts in Tour Down Under.
 Lotto
Belisol also confirms early season openers for Roelandts, Gallopin and
Monfort. (velonation.com)
 Australian
rider and Tour de France stage winner Jan Bakelandts to head Belgian
squad. (velonation.com)
 Emerging
Australian road and track rider shows strong promise. (velonation.com)
 With
Lezyne announcing at EB 2013 they’re upping the lumen count of their
entire range by 50 lumens per light. (bikerumor.com)
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 Luxembourg
rider targets good Tour de France finish in 2014. (cyclingnews.com)
 Jessica
Cutler (Bikesport-Jamis) and Jeremy Powers (Rapha-Focus) won round one
of the North Carolina Grand Prix on Saturday. (velonews.com)
 There
is a lot of good stuff in this book (well, except for photos—nary a
one). (pezcyclingnews.com)
 Frenchman
lacks motivation. (cyclingnews.com)
 Broadly
speaking there are two types of indoor trainers: turbo trainers and
rollers. (bikeradar.com)
 Shown
above is a titanium frame in their digital alignment table. The
spring-loaded “pokers” holding up the seat tube are wired into the
system and show how far they’re extended compared to the clamp holding
the bottom bracket shell. (bikerumor.com)
"Our take on options that can simplify your layering choices and help
you train through the cold." (competitivecyclist.com)
|
 SRAM
has issued a "Stop Use Immediately" warning for its SRAM Red Hydraulic
brake systems after several failures were reported in an elite
Cyclo-Cross event in the United States. (sbs.com.au)
 It
was a day that would change the Amgen Tour of California. It was a
finishing move that Jens Voigt has pulled time and again since the
Pleistocene — according to the German himself — and he made it work,
yet again. (velonews.com)
 Which
under-23 Bontrager rider — Lawson Craddock or Nate Brown — had the
better 2013 season? Too close to call. (velonews.com)
 German
Tony Martin is more than happy to let his legs do the talking,
especially if given the choice of talking to the media. You get the
sense he’d rather go in for a root canal than speak to a journalist.
(velonews.com)
 "In
ten years’ time, I think people will still be talking about the weather
in 2013." (velovoices.com)
 For
the romantic, there's simply nothing that can match a Bianchi bike
painted in the company's recognisable celeste, writes Robert
Dineen. (telegraph.co.uk)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 5 out of 5 stars. "Near Zipp-like performance at a much more
wallet-friendly price." (bikeradar.com)
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 Sergeant
has high hopes for next year's Classics and Grand Tours.
(cyclingnews.com)
 No
other team came close to their season win tally. (cyclingnews.com)
Races
& Results.
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course details released. (cyclingnews.com)
 Map
My Tracks (Android v. 1.4) is now compatible with Pebble using the
watch’s in-built sports app. No more bulky smartphone on your bars.
(bikerumor.com)
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 Ruling
due to be given next week. (velonation.com)
 Sam
Bennett’s opening race as a NetApp-Endura rider will be the Tour of
Qatar, which runs from February 9th to 14th. (stickybottle.com)
 Goss,
Matthews and Weening amongst the riders who will line out alongside
departing Orica GreenEdge rider. (velonation.com)
 Oleg
Tinkov backed off his criticism of Alberto Contador's 2013 Tour de
France this week. (velonews.com)
 Italian
Vincenzo Nibali (Astana) attacks on the flats. He attacks on the
descents. And he certainly attacks on the climbs. (velonews.com)
 German
moves across from role with Joaquim Rodriguez and Katusha.
(velonation.com)
|
 The
only major French stage race facing second cancellation in four years.
(velonation.com)
 Belkin
one-day star also looks to cobbles at the Tour. (cyclingnews.com)
 If
you've watched Road Bike Party 2 (how could you not have) you'll
understand just how much stress Martyn Ashton, Chris Akrigg and Danny
MacAskill put their bike through in the pursuit of the impossible.
Understandably it took a specifically commissioned custom bike to pull
it off. (sbs.com.au)
 Movistar
team undecided on which Grand Tour for Colombian climber.
(cyclingnews.com)
 The
Leatherman Raptor is simply the next logical step in the gift-giving
progression. (bikemag.com)
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 Ponferrada
course details released. (cyclingnews.com)
 If
you believe the rumors, then cycling fans will be seeing a lot of
Horner in yellow next year - and not merely in the month of July.
(uk.eurosport.yahoo.com)
 Claims
damages for lost earnings after his 2005 positive test over-turned.
(cyclingnews.com)
Races
& Results.
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fly to Omaha, Nebraska, and enter the therapy program at a facility
called QLI. (velonews.com)
To
win the Tour de France, Vincenzo Nibali (Astana) faces Sky and its
computers. He said that its SRM power meters would help when the team
wants to make an effort for its leader Chris Froome. (velonews.com)
 Zdenek
Stybar is set to return to cyclocross for a limited schedule of races
and may target the world championships in Hoogerheide, Netherlands.
(velonews.com)
 Who
would have thought that a series race with the tag line “’Cross racing
when everywhere else is covered in snow” would see six inches of snow
during their second race of the season? (cxmagazine.com)
 Linus
Gerdemann. The German, stage winner and yellow jersey wearer at the
2007 Tour de France, returns with Africa's MTN-Qhubeka team.
(cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 There
are a few calendars floating around out there that picture scantily
clad women and bikes, but few of them include the use of some of the
fastest women in the mountain biking world as their models.
(bikerumor.com)
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 Component
maker SRAM has issued a voluntary recall on all of its hydraulic road
disc and rim brakes, across both the Red 22 and S-700 ranges, and has
requested that anyone with a bike equipped with a SRAM hydraulic setup
“stop using the bike immediately.”
 Mercatone
Uno and Coors Light riders received payments. (cyclingnews.com)
 "Armstrong
spoke with veteran journalist Joe Lindsey of Bicycling magazine in his
Austin, Texas, home for almost two hours. We're running the full
transcript from that conversation at Armstrong's request." (espn.go.com)
 Rider
had previously declared himself clear of illness. (velonation.com)
 The
Tour de France was created to sell newspapers but it was also used to
promote French nationalism. (inrng.com)
 History
shows that the field of 88 that gathered on the Pascoe Vale Road start
line would eventually be decimated by the course and the way the race
was ridden by the internationals. Only 44 riders would finish the
117-mile (187km) race. (cyclingtips.com.au)
 As
cities across the nation strive to become more bike-friendly, more
universities are making innovative efforts to incorporate bikes into
campus life. (bicycling.com)
 IAM’s
Heinrich Haussler was one of the unfortunate riders to miss the early
selection and spent more than half of the race chasing in various
groups. (velovoices.com)
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Spaniard facing possible lengthy ban over betamethasone positive.
(velonation.com)
 Swiss
rider focuses on Roubaix and Flanders again. (cyclingnews.com)
 Lachlan
Morton’s 30-kilometer raid across Mount Nebo in stage 3 of the Larry H.
Miller Tour of Utah was confirmation of the talent that observers had
seen bubbling in the lithe legs of the Australian climber for years.
(velonews.com)
 Ten
of the best high-octane clashes between cycling's fast men.
(roadcyclinguk.com)
 Veteran
Scots cyclist Euan Mackenzie has developed a prototype back light that
measures a cyclist’s speed and displays the result to drivers.
(deadlinenews.co.uk)
 Gate
first appeared on the radar as part of the winning novices’ team sprint
team in the 2006 Track Nationals. By 2008 he was on the world stage
with a bronze in the junior team pursuit to show for his efforts.
(pezcyclingnews.com)
 With
Christmas just round the corner, it's time to start thinking about what
to get your loved ones, or more importantly, what to ask Santa to bring
you. (cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 Eight
other Euskaltel Euskadi riders left without a deal. (velonation.com)
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 Former
UCI president Pat McQuaid believes the removal of Sean Kelly, Stephen
Roche and Irish race official Michael Robb from key posts in the world
governing body is linked to his recent departure having been beaten in
a September election by Brian Cookson. (stickybottle.com)
 If
there’s something a cyclist learns over a career, it’s to never to give
up hope. (velonews.com)
 New
Cycling Australia (CA) chief executive Adrian Anderson has warned of
tough times as the body tries to recover financially. (sbs.com.au)
 eam
Belkin aims for podium in strong field. (cyclingnews.com)
Races
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ambitious for first season with Lotto-Belisol. (cyclingnews.com)
 Kittel
won the Tour’s opening stage into Bastia and was rewarded with two
things: his first win at the Tour, and a yellow jersey. (velonews.com)
 The
hub shown here is a prototype modified to work with the SpeedRelease
axle. Together, the combo came in a few grams lighter than Topolino’s
standard front hub with steel quick release, and they’re working on a
lighter titanium version, too. (bikerumor.com)
 The
F1X frame incorporates Felt’s UHC Performance MMC carbon fiber
technology and is complemented with a matching UHC Advanced monocoque
fork, finished with minimalist graphics for a stealth look.
(cxmagazine.com)
 Not
much is known about the prototype other than it bares a strong
resemblance to the new 2014 TCX SLR, but it sports sliding rear
dropouts. (velonews.com)
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has issued a recall on some of its 2013 Madone models due a brake
problem, 6,800 in total, citing a potential for front brake failure
resulting in a crash. (velonews.com)
 The
2013 edition of Paris-Roubaix was a fine edition to watch live. Glance
at the results and you’ll see Fabian Cancellara won ahead of Sep
Vanmarke. (inrng.com)
 One
never wants to tempt fate, but for Geraint Thomas, there’s reason to
believe that 2014 would have to roll more smoothly than 2013.
(velonews.com)
 Norwegian
focusing on points jersey for Katusha. (cyclingnews.com)
 Specialized
Bicycle Components founder Mike Sinyard visited Cochrane, Alberta, bike
shop owner Daniel Richter on Wednesday to discuss the controversial
trademark case that saw the bike brand widely criticized this week.
(velonews.com)
 Australian
to lead Team Sky, will be backed by podium finish Thomas, Deignan and
others. (velonation.com)
 Delray
Beach Twilight off NCC calendar. (cyclingnews.com)
 A
superbike? A shop? A WorldTour team? If you had endless funds, what
could you buy this Christmas? (roadcyclinguk.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4 out of 5 stars. "A comprehensive and versatile trainer for
the more tech-minded rider." (bikeradar.com)
|
 After
a string of injuries and racing bans, not to mention questions about
their professionalism, all that talk of the yellow jersey seems like a
very long time ago. (velonews.com)
 John-Lee
Augustyn returns to the professional peloton with team MTN-Qhubeka next
year after a “heartbreaking” journey. The South African rode for
Barloworld and Sky and has raced all three grand tours, but hip
problems forced him to give up. (velonews.com)
 “I
want to concentrate on the first races, do as well as I can.”
(velonation.com)
 When
you’re paying a premium for performance, the last thing that you need
after a ride is a numb butt, aching palms, and the feeling that someone
twisted your back in a vise. (competitivecyclist.com)
 Meet
Mat Dibb, a cyclist who suffers from focal segmental
glomerulosclerosis - chronic kidney disease. Mat's kidney function has
dropped to less than 25 per cent and it is now expected he will have a
transplant within a year. (cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 The
people, machines and custom tools behind Trek's wheels.
(cyclingnews.com)
 GoPro
has a new camera – the Hero3+, the + means more awesome. (bikerumor.com)
 After
seeing it more than a year ago at Sea Otter and waiting out a recall
for the headset, a Diamondback Steilacoom RCX Pro Disc landed just in
time for Asheville’s 2013 cyclocross season. (bikerumor.com)
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Giro-Vuelta double instead for Spaniard in 2014. (cyclingnews.com)
 Portuguese
rider has no regrets about joining Lampre-Merida. (cyclingnews.com)
 Omloop
Het Nieuwsblad becomes one of a growing list of races making sure they
traverse the Muur van Geraardsbergen. (podiumcafe.com)
 The
bad blood between Britain's first ever Tour de France champions began
when Froome dropped Wiggins 4km from the end of the Col de la Croix
stage - something which Wiggins considered an unforgivable act, given
that Froome's sole job was supposed to be helping his team-mate up the
mountain. (uk.eurosport.yahoo.com)
 Tour
de France delight and a spread of winners. (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 (Results), Vuelta a España - Aug 24-Sept 15 (Results), Tour de France - June 29-July 21 (Results), Giro d'Italia - May 4-26 (Results).  Move
to Synergy Baku should see more international racing and opportunities.
(velonation.com)
 With
their new Course helmet ($239), Garneau has made an effort to deliver
the benefits of aero without the deep visual
disappointment. (atwistedspoke.com)
 Olympic
silver medalist Lizzie Armitstead has declared her home county of
Yorkshire as “the best cycling destination in the world” after being
named as an ambassador for the Dare 2b Yorkshire Festival of Cycling.
(roadcyclinguk.com)
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 Kjærgaard
describes descent into doping. (cyclingnews.com)
As
his anticipated hearing draws nearer, mum’s the word on Johan Bruyneel,
at least from the agency looking to ban him from the sport for life.
(velonews.com)
 Giro
champion Vincenzo Nibali's younger brother to follow in his footsteps.
(cyclingnews.com)
In
the span of three weeks in July, Nairo Quintana went from being a
little-known, pint-sized Colombian rider to the most promising talent
in the sport. (velonews.com)
 Cancellara
beats Vanmarcke at Paris-Roubaix, Bespoked Bristol returns and
preparations for the Etape du Tour are stepped up. (roadcyclinguk.com)
 A
bicycle is just a machine, and, as machines go, a relatively simple
one. However, it can take the rider to faraway places, both physically
and emotionally, while making that rider a better person for it.
(velonews.com)
 Orica
sports director still wants Richie Porte as future GC leader.
(cyclingnews.com)
 “Winning
Paris-Roubaix is normally an utopia, but the race does suit me.”
(velonation.com)
|
 The
owner of Cafe Roubaix in Canada has come to an agreement with
Specialized Bicycles to allow him to continue using the 'Roubaix' name
at the end of a trademark dispute that set social media alight at the
weekend.. (cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 Most
days, it’s hard to bet against Peter Sagan in the Velo office pool.
Sagan’s abilities over a spectrum of bike races and courses grow more
legendary by the season. (velonews.com)
 Trial
adjourned until January 24. (cyclingnews.com)
 The
recall affects all brakes, both sold on complete bikes and on the after
market, between April and December 6 of this year. (velonews.com)
 Thomas
Voeckler is likely to avail of the opportunity to ride the Vuelta a
España next year as preparation for the world championships in
Ponferrada. (cyclingnews.com)
 The
new S3 follows suit with the recently introduced S2, boasting a bevy of
trickle down technology originally designed for Cervelo’s flagship
bikes. (bikerumor.com)
 Radical,
striking, and instantly rewarding of effort. (roadcyclinguk.com)
 Industries
do not advance unless artists are allowed to experiment, flourish, and
grow. And while you may balk at the idea of an all natural cork saddle,
this is clearly a design concept. (bikerumor.com)
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 Oleg
Tinkov, the new team owner of Tinkoff-Saxo, made amends with star rider
Alberto Contador over his Twitter comments. The Russian said that he
was just trying to provoke Contador by writing that he was overpaid,
not professional enough, and lacked desire. (velonews.com)
 Team
complete for 2014; no place for Horner, Sanchez, Anton or others.
(velonation.com)
 Four-day
race suits the sprinters, starts with time trial. (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 (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’s
not yet even the New Year, but the wheels are already in motion for the
debut of the spring classics season in 2014. (velonews.com)
 Anderson
continues to lead women's standings. (cyclingnews.com)
 Orica-GreenEDGE's
position as a WorldTour team has been confirmed by the International
Cycling Union (UCI) through until 2016. (sbs.com.au)
 With
hydraulic road brakes becoming more mainstream, what do we know about
compatibility and possible inter-brand combinations? (velonews.com)
 The
latest book from Velopress, ‘The Elite Bicycle’ brings together
intimate portraits of the world’s greatest bicycle artisans.
(pezcyclingnews.com)
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Tour champion hoping to end questions of instability. (cyclingnews.com)
 Italian
team working to secure extra budget from sponsors. (cyclingnews.com)
 Wiggins
was honored for services to cycling after winning seven Olympic medals
and becoming the first Briton to win the Tour - the sport's biggest
event. (sbs.com.au)
 "Seasoned
rouleurs, have-a-go heroes, lone escapees...who made our list?"
 Two
year license for Italian team. (velonation.com)
 Four
fewer in the sport’s top two divisions after rash of 2013 teams
folding. (velonation.com)
 Ljungqvist
is the second DS to depart from the British-based team inside a month
after Dan Hunt announced a move to become Premier League football head
of elite performance. (cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 German
makes first appearance in four years. (cyclingnews.com)
|
 Peter
Sagan’s mouth was agape, sucking for all the air it could find. His
face was contorted in agony. And Fabian Cancellara was riding away —
tearing away, really — up the Paterberg. (velonews.com)
 It’s
been a mixed year and now it’s time to check in on their performances
this year, starting with the big names today. (inrng.com)
 Owner
of Fuji brand claims worldwide rights on Roubaix bicycles.
(cyclingnews.com)
 "Not
in a long-term kind of way, but in that I need a break kind of way.
I’ve mentioned this before, but I’ve been racing essentially nonstop
since mid-March." (pelotonmagazine.com)
 This
was Argos' first year as a fully fledged World Tour team. Last season
they felt very close in the schedule they rode but they only got the
license to do the whole schedule in 2013. (podiumcafe.com)
 Sergio
Henao, the “other” Colombian sensation behind his more famous
compatriots, hopes to make his Tour de France debut in 2014 to help
defending champion Chris Froome. (velonation.com)
 There
wouldn't be too many cyclists that set off on a ride thinking they're
going to crash. (cyclingtips.com.au)
 It's
only the second week of December and many of you are already dealing
with the challenges of riding in extreme cold. (bikeradar.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 5 out of 5 stars. "Silky smooth and capable of punishing
you." (bikeradar.com)
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 The
move is highly anticipated, not only as a salve for Spanish cycling,
but for all of cycling, as Alonso is one of international sport’s
biggest personalities, a two-time world champion considered one of the
best drivers in F1 history. (velonews.com)
 It
took less than two hours for the story of Dan Richter’s small bike shop
to jump from the pages of a Canadian newspaper to the screens of
cyclists across the globe, and for that same small story to have a
dramatic impact on one of the largest bike brands in the world.
(velonews.com)
 Frenchman
focuses on Tour-Vuelta double again. (cyclingnews.com)
 World
champion talks about learning how to suffer.
 Colombian
will support Froome’s title defence after two years at Giro and Vuelta.
(velonation.com)
 Simon
Gerrans is aiming to make history at the Jayco Herald Sun Tour, the
oldest cycling stage race in the Australian state of Victoria.
(velonews.com)
 Records
tumble in Mexico while Great Britain's men's sprint team return to
form.
(roadcyclinguk.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).  The
28-year-old rider is determined to finish next year's 101st edition of
the Tour as the dominant sprinter after being dethroned by quadruple
stage winner Marcel Kittel (Argos-Shimano) this year.
(cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 For
one racer, the coldest season also makes for the best riding.
(bicycling.com)
 After
retiring on a London 2012 high, Sir Chris Hoy has turned his attention
to encouraging the next generation of cyclists. Cathy Bussey meets
Britain’s greatest Olympian to talk first bikes, cycling safety and
Glasgow 2014. (telegraph.co.uk)
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 With
Horner still looking for a ride after winning the Vuelta a España this
year, some wondered if the ageless American would fit into Savio’s
squad, one of the top-ranked Pro Continental teams in Europe.
(velonews.com)
 Katusha
set out to change its country's fortunes in cycling, and suffice to say
that hasn't happened yet. But that's not to say they are at fault.
(podiumcafe.com)
 Second
consecutive Tour win but Classics team disappoints. (cyclingnews.com)
 “I
will start my ‘farewell tour’ at the Tour Down Under,” Voigt said in a
race release. “I’m really looking forward to racing there again, and
meeting with the fans in Australia, who are very enthusiastic.”
(velonews.com)
 It’s
almost Christmas and that means that now’s the time to treat yourself
or your loved ones to some great new gear. (pezcyclingnews.com)
 You
want to drop weight, ride faster, climb like Froome and look younger
doing it? Then read on. (atwistedspoke.com)
 The
Knog Blinder Road 3 is the Aussie firm’s brightest light yet, with a
maximum output of 300 lumens pumped out by two Cree XB-D LEDs.
(roadcyclinguk.com)
 Winter
can be a difficult time for cyclists. Not only can the bleak weather
and road conditions be off-putting, but it's all too easy to get a bit
too much into the festive spirit and sideline the bike in favor of
another drink and a party sausage. Or three. (cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 From
the fringe of Perth to the south coast, this 1,000km “path through the
forest” is the premier opportunity to bike the magnificent bushland of
south-west WA. (rideons.wordpress.com)
 SRAM’s
long-rumored development of an electronic drivetrain went public Sunday
when a rider in SRAM-branded kit raced on what is clearly a prototype
shift-by-wire system at the Illinois cyclocross state championships.
(velonews.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4.5 out of 5 stars. "A fantastically-designed, very comfy
saddle that stays looking good." (bikeradar.com)
|
 A
former chief operating officer of the online file-sharing service
Napster was killed when he was struck by a sheriff's patrol car while
riding a bicycle. (foxnews.com)
 Former
Italian champion left without a team for 2014. (cyclingnews.com)
 Last
week, Timmy Duggan called it a career. The American had won a national
championship after recovering from a traumatic brain injury he suffered
in 2008. (velonews.com)
 Scot
targets Tour de France and Commonwealth Games. (cyclingnews.com)
 Real
change will be when these changes are integrated into a system rather
than treated as external components. Imagine built-in batteries and
charging ports, frames, forks and rims alike redesigned for
discs. (inrng.com)
 Cobbled
Classics, sportive season and a €25,000 super bike. (roadcyclinguk.com)
 How
do you improve something as relatively straight-forward as a light?
(bikerumor.com)
 Lights,
mudguards, winter tires, gloves, overshoes... (roadcyclinguk.com)
 Richard
Schwinn, grandson of the Schwinn’s founder Ignaz Schwinn and head of
Waterford Cycles, has joined forces with CSG and on of the 80′s
Paramount engineers Marc Muller. (bikerumor.com)
 The
Soft Shell A/M Shorts and Sustans Jersey are fine tuned mountain bike
clothes. (bikerumor.com)
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 Defending
champion skips race with first child on the way. (cyclingnews.com)
World champion prevails from four-man lead group. (cyclingnews.com)
 Each
pick up a second place finish in first race amongst the elites.
(velonation.com)
 Kabush
takes second in bitterly cold conditions. (cyclingnews.com)
 Emma
White (Cyclocrossworld.com) and Justin Lindine (Redline-NBX) won
Saturday’s NBX Gran Prix of Cyclocross at Goddard Park in Warwick,
Rhode Island. (velonews.com)
Races
& Results.
2014 Tour de France - July 5-27 (Stages), 2014 Giro d'Italia - May 10, 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).  Colombian
to start season at Tour de San Luis. (cyclingnews.com)
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 Jens
Voigt will make his 11th and final appearance at the Santos Tour Down
Under when he returns with the new-look Trek Factory Racing team.
(sbs.com.au)
 Cyclists
leap to the defense of Café Roubaix, a Canadian bike shop threatened
with
legal action by Specialized for use of Roubaix. (bikebiz.com)
 Niels
Albert is beginning to burnish his credentials as the favorite for the
World Championships in some seven weeks' time. (podiumcafe.com)
Formula
1's new team will arrive in 2015 (cyclingnews.com).
 Now
is your chance to make your voice heard in our second annual VeloVoices
Awards. (velovoices.com)
 Once
again team Omega Pharma – Quick Step will be in Spain to open their
season. In fact, the riders and team staff will meet up starting
Monday, December 9th until Thursday the 19th. (pelotonmagazine.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4 out of 5 stars. "Top performance lightweight, super
responsive trail bike with extra attitude, but not a low-slung
bomber." (bikeradar.com)
|
 American
builds for world title defense. (cyclingnews.com)
 56.303
at World Cup sees Frenchman smash Tournant's 2001 mark.
(cyclingnews.com)
 Nibali
leads the line as Fuglsang and Kangert impress. (cyclingnews.com)
 Sports
clothing innovators X-Bionic are moving into the UK marketplace after
years spent honing their trade in mainland Europe. It's good news for
the committed cyclist with a pretty penny to
spend. (telegraph.co.uk)
 The
MYBELL team is looking to do their part to help keep cyclist safer by
creating the first customizable electronic bike bell. (bikerumor.com)
 Unless
you're a particularly cautious rider, mountain biking will involve
falling off at some point. So it makes sense to protect your head. With
that in mind, we've rounded up the best mountain bike helmets for
general trail riding. (bikeradar.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4 out of 5 stars. "Bright enough for unlit roads and tough
enough for singletrack forays." (bikeradar.com)
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 18-year-old
Dutchman on the podium at Scheldecross. (cyclingnews.com)
 Olympic
gold medallist Anna Meares has claimed gold in the 500 meter time trial
in a world record time of 32.836 seconds making her the first women in
history to go under 33 seconds in the event. (sbs.com.au)
 Van
der Poel steals the show on first elite stage with second place,
Walsleben secures third. (velonation.com)
 Ardennes
classics return to Belgian's program. (cyclingnews.com)
Races
& Results.
2014 Tour de France - July 5-27 (Stages), 2014 Giro d'Italia - May 10, 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). 2013-2014
Cyclocross season action continues Sunday with De Vlaamse Druivencross
in Overijse, Belgium. Live streaming video: Elite Men start: 3:00pm CET
(9:00am U.S. Eastern). (cyclingfans.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict:4 out of 5 stars. "Light, fast, and made in USA – a great
weapon for carbon-averse racers." (bikeradar.com)
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 2013
champ will continue to focus on the Tour de France and look to boost
the credibility of the sport. (velonation.com)
 Belgian
racing weekend on tap, then a trip to the UK. (cyclingnews.com)
 Czech
Frantisek Padour final addition to Pro Conti team. (cyclingnews.com)
 Squad
pushing hard for increased backing for 2015, aiming to have both Pro
Continental and Continental teams.
 A
recap of the best of the last seven days. (roadcyclinguk.com)
 Growing
big enough to fit a 20in wheeled bike is a momentous occasion in a
young cyclist's life. It’s at this point that a kids' bike starts to
share many features with an adults', and starts to look like a 'proper'
bike. (bikeradar.com)
 From
Tour de France boxers to the perfect bib shorts, we’ve got 11 gifts
he’ll love. (bicycling.com)
|
 14
years after dispute, Armstrong and Frenchman bury the hatchet.
(cyclingnews.com)
 The
Tour de France likes its themes with anniversaries, war memorials and
more in recent years. 2011 was the year of the Col du Galibier with the
race visiting the mountain pass twice and each time with thrilling
consequences. Even the Giro d’Italia has paid a
visit. (inrng.com)
 "Our
Italian roadside expert Alessandro has seen many Milan Sanremos but
nothing could prepare him for the wild weather of Sunday’s big race.
Snow, ice and logistic changes en route – here’s Ale’s view from a very
cold roadside at La Primavera." (pezcyclingnews.com)
 Spent
final season at Cannondale. (cyclingnews.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4 out of 5 stars. "These bars aren't cheap but they offer a
great shape and comfort." (bikeradar.com)
 With
the cold days of winter already here throughout most of the country,
all but the most macho cyclocrossers (or with the best circulation)
will turn to long finger gloves for cyclocross racing. (cxmagazine.com)
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The 2013 Soudal Classics Cyclocross series (previously Fidea) continues
Saturday, December 7 with the Scheldecross at Antwerp. Live streaming
video: 2:30pm CET (8:30am U.S. Eastern). (cyclingfans.com)
 Oscar
winner joins Stephen Fears project. (cyclingnews.com)
 Early-season
California race ends 20 year run. (cyclingnews.com)
 Sagan
saves the day as Basso and Moser struggle. (cyclingnews.com)
 In
2013, German Marcel Kittel (Argos-Shimano) made good on all the hype
and on his physical gifts, taking four Tour de France stages from the
best sprinters in the world — including Mark Cavendish (Omega
Pharma-Quick Step), who had a full compliment of riders at his
disposal. (velonews.com)
 The
first winner on the Angliru remains at the forefront of his family’s
thoughts. (cyclingnews.com)
 German
dominates the team sprints, Great Britain and Australia win team
pursuit. (cyclingnews.com)
 Spanish
team aim to develop 18-year-old in their amateur set-up.
(cyclingnews.com)
 Legendary
five-time Tour de France winner Bernard Hinault is taking on a ‘patron’
role with Team Raleigh for 2014, as the British UCI Continental team
bid to return to the upper echelons of professional cycling.
(roadcyclinguk.com)
 It
was confirmed last Wednesday that the long-standing IG-Sigma Sport team
will fold at the end of the season, just weeks after 2013 Pearl Izumi
Tour Series winners UK Youth suffered a similar fate.
(cyclingweekly.co.uk)
Races
& Results.
2014 Tour de France - July 5-27 (Stages), 2014 Giro d'Italia - May 10, 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).  Aussie
Richie Porte is joining his Team Sky teammates this week on the
Mediterranean island of Mallorca as the team regroups ahead of the 2014
season. (velonews.com)
 Cyclists
are innovators, constantly hunting for an edge. Over the last
half-century, we've tried thousands of methods to become stronger,
faster, and smarter on a bike—many of which have been discarded through
the years. These have endured. (bicycling.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4 out of 5 stars. "Super light shoes with a thin, stiff sole
and progressive cleat placement." (bikeradar.com)
 Old
man winter has arrived! The combination of limited daylight, cold
temperatures, and increased family obligations during the holidays can
present plenty of training problems as you work on building a stronger
power foundation for the next season. (bikerumor.com)
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week's sideways glance at the news includes a life-time ban for Danilo
Di Luca, the return of Oleg Tinkov and a new team for Juan Jose Cobo.
(uk.eurosport.yahoo.com)
 Former
Giro d’Italia director blamed for not preventing alleged
misappropriation. (cyclingnews.com)
 The
Giro d'Italia searches for a new director after the race organizer
fired Michele Acquarone this week. According to a report in Tutto Bici,
it is leaning towards Paolo Bellino to head its races.
(cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 Though
she has sat out nearly the entire domestic cyclocross season, 2012
Olympic bronze medalist Georgia Gould will return to race the U.S.
national cyclocross championship, held January 12 in Boulder, Colorado.
(velonews.com)
 One
of the most interesting projects to see the light of day in 2013 was
the Synergy Baku Continental team from Azerbaijan. (pezcyclingnews.com)
 Spaniard
will target Presidential Turkey, but squad needs to first secure an
invite after two controversial years. (velonation.com)
 Go
big, or at least dream big, with these premium bike and gear offerings.
(bicycling.com)
 Castelli
Diluvio Deluxe gloves tailored with a natural handle-bar gripping
curl. (bikeradar.com)
 A
round-up of this year's action on some of the world's most feared cols.
(roadcyclinguk.com)
 Moots
has announced the ultimate glitzy add-on for owners of their prized
titanium road bikes: a sterling silver head tube badge custom made for
Moots by California jeweler Michael Cherney. (bikeradar.com)
 Hero
Bike was started by the HERO group, a community program originally
developed to give at-risk youth something productive to do and, now, as
a job training program. (bikerumor.com)
 Apparently,
this is the time for some big releases form TransX, though their new
dropper posts designs are arguably a bit more exciting than their
vibration absorbing stem. (bikerumor.com)
 Lindsey
Vonn whooshed down a Canadian ski course and crossed the finish line
Friday in her first race since she blew out her right knee at the world
championships in February. (nbcnews.com)
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 Former
rider reveals he’s given up riding a bike, distanced by Ochowicz and
Merckx. (cyclingnews.com)
 The
Italian Olympic Committee (CONI) banned Danilo Di Luca (Vini
Fantini-Selle Italia), recommended a two-year ban for Francesco Reda
(Androni) and scheduled even more hearings. Next on its menu:
Alessandro Ballan (BMC Racing), Mauro Santambrogio (Vini Fantini-Selle
Italia) and Lampre’s Giuseppe Saronni. (velonews.com)
 "The
winter is coming, and that’s a time for all cyclists to switch gears.
Some take a few months off, others switch to different sports. But,
what would Eddy do? We took some time to talk to the greatest cyclist
of all time and asked him how he spent his winters." (bikerumor.com)
 A
short review of the latest version of the Cycling Anthology and then a
question: why are there so many books about cycling from
Britain? (inrng.com)
After several weeks and more than a million dollars spent on
renovations, the team at Total Rush had a cocktail party last night to
celebrate the store’s re-launch. (cyclingtips.com.au)
 Howes
of Cambridge, opened in 1840 as a wheel-wrights, will close at the end
of the month. Charles Darwin was a customer. (bikebiz.com)
 Jeans
manufacturers have finally come up with an alternative for the cycle
commuter who doesn't want to squeeze into Lyrca each morning or carry a
spare set of clothes to work. (telegraph.co.uk)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 3 out of 5 stars. "Rock solid rock eating trail bike but high
price, high weight and tame handling." (bikeradar.com)
 Warm,
comfortable, and stylish; pockets could be larger. (roadcyclinguk.com)
 Simple,
smooth, and stable, but not quiet. (roadcyclinguk.com)
 Beer
fueled musings on shop life and the impending death of cycling culture
as we know it. A hyperbolic tirade in approximately six hundred and
sixty six parts. (bikerumor.com)
 Title
sponsored team disbands, but clothing company signs with women’s
off-road squad. (velonation.com)
 Tim
Lane, the founder of DirtBaggies, is back just in time for the winter
months. Building on the success of his summer weight DirtBaggies, Tim
is looking to combine the same bib comfort and performance shrouded in
a baggie, with the added warmth of a winter thermal bib. (bikerumor.com)
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 EPO
positive ends Italian's career. (cyclingnews.com)
 No
news yet about biological passport case. (velonation.com)
 Omega
Pharma sprinter to target Tour and Giro. (cyclingnews.com)
Spaniard to join De La Fuente on Turkish team. (cyclingnews.com)
 Says
Spaniard could lead Scott Sunderland-coached team in NRS.
(cyclingnews.com)
 Chasing
another "dream year" in green and gold. (cyclingnews.com)
 The
curtain comes down on the African Continental Cycling Championships in
the Egyptian coastal resort of Sharm El Sheikh this Today, December
5th. (pelotonmagazine.com)
Races
& Results.
2014 Tour de France - July 5-27 (Stages), 2014 Giro d'Italia - May 10, 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).  "Over
a lifetime of cycling the roads of our sport, a few stand out: the fun
ones, the beautiful ones, and the brutal ones – where you suffer like
you never knew possible. Riding your bike up the Mortirolo in Northern
Italy is all three…" (pezcyclingnews.com)
 The
holidays are upon us and that hopefully means cycling gifts you don’t
have to pay for yourself. (atwistedspoke.com)
 There
are a lot of really nice road bikes out there these days, but honestly
a Trek Madone 7 series through their Project One program in black with
minimal logos would be hard to pass up. (bikerumor.com)
 Coffee-table
books about handmade steel frames have become a bona fide category
within cycling books. The latest to join the market is “The Elite
Bicycle” by Gerard Brown and Graeme Fife.
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 A
look at the highs and lows of Garmin-Sharp's 2013 season and a look
ahead to what might be in 2014. (podiumcafe.com)
Former Giro d’Italia director says he is confident he will be cleared
over time. (velonation.com)
 These
are heady times for the U.K.-based team. Sky has emerged as the team of
reference in the international peloton, winning back-to-back Tours de
France with two different riders, a landmark that’s only been achieved
a handful of times in cycling history. (velonews.com)
 “The
pacemaker already has had to save my life several times through an
enormous electric shock.” (velonation.com)
The days are getting colder, and the nights are drawing in. Cycling is
changing too, with cold-rasped lungs, stinging cheeks and clouds of
rider condensation rising from the winter racers when they make one of
their occasional cafe stops. (cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4 out of 5 stars. "The best mid-price Tarmac to date - and one
of the best rides of any bike at this price." (bikeradar.com)
 A
look at Tour champion's past and future. (cyclingnews.com)
TransX is revisiting the suspension stem concept, but with a much
different approach. (bikerumor.com)
 While
the 2013 season officially rolled into action in January, it was
February which marked the official start of many riders’ campaigns –
including that of Tour de France champion, Bradley Wiggins.
(roadcyclinguk.com)
 The
Belgians love the Tour of Flanders, and they love it even more when
they have something to cheer about. (cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 Park
Tools Pizza Cutter. (stickybottle.com)
 Make
your own sleigh ride a bit more jolly with the limited seasonal Charge
Santa’s Spoon saddle. (bikerumor.com)
 Among
all of the bicycling gear that you would expect, Eurobike and Interbike
always have a number of things that are hard to classify, cool to see,
or just down right weird. (bikerumor.com)
|
 Astana
manager filing suit on leaked emails. (cyclingnews.com)
 "Changes
to the calendar threaten the sport. Riders chase monetary incentives
instead of glory. The racing risks becoming boring and defensive and
new events are piled on to the calendar for the sake of globalization."
- Rupert Guinness (inrng.com)
 Author
talks about reaction to new book. (cyclingnews.com)
 Vini
Fantini added some fantastic fluorescent cheer to the racing again this
season. (velovoices.com)
 Top
Specialized riders Contador and Cavendish hit the wind tunnel, Nibali
thinking of Milan-Sanremo. (velonation.com)
 Molodovan
to new UAE team after disappointing season with IAM. (cyclingnews.com)
 Bontrager
this week began selling the 215g Serano RL and 185g Serano RXL saddles
based on the design Andy Schleck rode in the Tour de
France. (bikeradar.com)
 The
North American Handmade Bicycle Show (NAHBS) has annually convened for
nearly a decade due, in part, to the resurgent interest in classic
materials and techniques. (bikerumor.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4.5 out of 5 stars. "High performance fabric and well
specified design make this a worthwhile
investment." (bikeradar.com)
 Now
that plastic bags are being rapidly banned across the country, the
HelmMate offers an excellent solution for commuters who need to keep
their saddles dry and helmets secure during the rainy season.
(bikerumor.com)
 When
winter drives you indoors, stationary trainers can keep your wheels
spinning. Here’s how the CycleOps Fluid2 simulates riding.
(bicycling.com)
SRAM
has announced another recall affecting its top-end Red group – this
time for the older 10-speed, medium-cage WiFli rear derailleurs
manufactured between September 2012 and March
2013. (bikeradar.com)
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 Why
TV revenues won't save cycling. (cyclingnews.com)
 Lampre-Merida
wants to break free of its Italian heritage and links to the Mantova
doping investigation. This week, the team meets in northern Italy in
Darfo Boario Terme with an eye on moving ahead. (velonews.com)
 Hopes
success at Conti level paves return to Europe. (cyclingnews.com)
 Mark
Cavendish must learn to share. One year after leaving team Sky
for Omega Pharma-Quick Step, the Manxman will again have to
cope with his team's dual goal at Grand Tours. (cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 It’s
not been a bad old year for BMC and Switzerland’s 23 year-old Silvan
Dillier. In the spring he took the GC in the Tour of Normandy by a
scant three seconds from 2011 winner, big Alex Blain (France &
Raleigh). (pezcyclingnews.com)
 Lance
Armstrong is open to the idea of a one-on-one race showdown with
Australian triathlon star Chris McCormack, a two-time World Ironman
champion. (pelotonmagazine.com)
Races
& Results.
2014 Tour de France - July 5-27 (Stages), 2014 Giro d'Italia - May 10, 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).  You
don’t have to hang up your bike just because it’s not shorts weather.
Here’s how to arm yourself for the chilliest rides. (bicycling.com)
 As
grassroots cyclocross events become as strictly regulated as their USA
Cycling-sanctioned counterparts, here are some guidelines to keep the
fun minimal—er, mandatory. (bicycling.com)
 Warm
down, nutrition, muscle stimulation, sleep, days off.
(roadcyclinguk.com)
Astana
Pro Team will continue to race in its iconic blue and gold for 2014
with the team revealing the new jersey for the coming season.
(sbs.com.au)
“Wool
with Sex Appeal” says the venerable New Your Times of Icebreaker’s
Bodyfit line. What the Times left out is that the sexy wool makes an
amazing base layer for cyclists. (atwistedspoke.com)
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of the
Road
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WorldTour seminar taking place in France, president says TV coverage is
crucial to sport’s growth. (velonation.com)
 The
Wall Street Journal duo Reed Albergotti and Vanessa O'Connell move the
Lance Armstrong story from the sports pages to the business and look at
the roles played by many involved with Armstrong Inc in the USPS doping
scandal. (podiumcafe.com)
 Now
the moment many are waiting for: what is Mark Cavendish’s IQ and who
wins the big prize? (inrng.com)
Former world number one attacking anti-doping body in French courts.
(velonation.com)
 Team
goes for completely new appearance. (velonation.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 3.5 out of 5 stars. "Lots of potential, more capable than its
140mm travel suggests." (bikeradar.com)
 12
perfect presents for all the cyclists on your holiday list, no matter
their gender or generation. (bicycling.com)
 Jaén,
Córdoba and Andújar will host the mountain bike stage race.
(cyclingnews.com)
 "If
cycling becomes the new golf it will not be a positive development, but
the sport is changing and we need to welcome those new faces we meet
out of the road." (stickybottle.com)
|
Report:
Vinokourov accuses Astana CFO in Liège bribe case, claims he hacked his
email to set him up.
 Former
pro and current Astana manager lodges complaint with public prosecutor
in Nice. (velonation.com)
 SRAM
has announced another recall affecting its top-end Red group – this
time for the older 10-speed, medium-cage WiFli rear derailleurs
manufactured between September 2012 and March
2013. (bikeradar.com)
 Why?
Because he says the peloton’s changed so much that riders who cheat
today do not deserve a second opportunity. (velonews.com)
 MTN
Qhubeka, Colombia, UnitedHealthcare and Androni Giocattoli also
confirmed amongst 20 teams. (velonation.com)
 FSA’s
all-new and completely redesigned K-Force Light crankset wants to take
on the titans, offering up a low weight and shifting performance that
put it in the same sphere as the best cranks on the market.
(velonation.com)
 It's
been another great year for books on cycling – the shop shelves are
groaning with works covering everything from bike frame building to
Chris Froome's Tour de France triumph and a second autobiography from
Mark Cavendish. (bikeradar.com)
 "I
have an Anvil Journeyman fixture for frames and an Anvil fork fixture.
I have a few other pieces of machinery. I have drill press, a die
grinder and a dynafile and that’s pretty much it." (redkiteprayer.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4 out of 5 stars. "The sort of quality kit that leaves you
with no excuses for not riding." (bikeradar.com)
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 Don’t
be fooled by the smiles and handshakes in Monday’s press conference to
announce Oleg Tinkov’s takeover of Bjarne Riis’s cycling empire.
(velonews.com)
 The
2014 Tour de France will culminate with a lap around the Arc de
Triomphe organizers announced after obtaining permission from the Paris
police. (sbs.com.au)
 Australian
to leave Sky after 2015? (cyclingnews.com)
Races
& Results.
2014 Tour de France - July 5-27 (Stages), 2014 Giro d'Italia - May 10, 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).  Astana
Pro Team will continue to race in its iconic blue and gold for 2014
with the team revealing the new jersey for the coming season.
(sbs.com.au)
 “Wool
with Sex Appeal” says the venerable New Your Times of Icebreaker’s
Bodyfit line. What the Times left out is that the sexy wool makes an
amazing base layer for cyclists. (atwistedspoke.com)
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of the
Road
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Former world number one attacking anti-doping body in French courts.
(velonation.com)
 It
was meant to be this way: In the ghostly mist, a red jersey draped on
his shoulders, riding away with the Vuelta victory, away from the
haunting traps of the past and into the eccentricity of a late-career
climax. (velonews.com)
 Maxxis
signs on as secondary sponsor as long running American team keeps
going. (velonation.com)
 Cadel
Evans (BMC Racing) will debut what will be a different kind of season
in 2014 at the Santos Tour Down Under (January 19-26).. (velonews.com)
 "We’re
into the waning hours of cyclocross season here in the States and we’re
fielding a number of questions on tubular care for the cyclocross
off-season." (velonews.com)
 "After
visiting Guru’s factory near Montreal and riding their ultralight
Photon HL, it immediately shot to the top of my list." (bikerumor.com)
|
Company’s former CEO Catano also reported as being released after fraud
investigation. (velonation.com)
 L’Equipe
says French soya brand will become major sponsor. (cyclingnews.com)
 Orica-GreenEDGE
pro Simon Clarke has established himself as a serious World Tour hitter
over the last couple of years. (pezcyclingnews.com)
 There
were plenty of killer bicycle lights at the shows, but none more
fantastic than Magnic Lights’ contactless dynamo system. (bikerumor.com)
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 Hopes
to earn Tour de France start again in 2014. (cyclingnews.com)
 Vincenzo
Nibali (Astana) came tantalizingly close this season to doing something
that hasn’t been done in a long time: winning two grand tours in the
same year. (velonews.com)
 Former
Vuelta champion still without a team. (cyclingnews.com)
 Three-time
national time trial champion reflects on season of 'massive highs and
massive lows'. (roadcyclinguk.com)
Races
& Results.
2014 Tour de France - July 5-27 (Stages), 2014 Giro d'Italia - May 10, 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).  South
African retains African continental TT championship, is looking ahead
to new challenges with Hitec Products. (velonation.com)
 Europcar
sprinter nets six victories as neo-pro. (cyclingnews.com)
 "After
seeing the comments on our recent post on their How to Become a
Professional Cyclist, wikiHow decided it was time to revisit their
article to address some of the concerns."
 To
lose weight, should I spend my gym time doing more cardio or more
strength training? (foxnews.com)
 Our
randoms roundup continues with this titanium flask and
derailleur/friction shifter clipboard from King Cage. (bikerumor.com)
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 Former
American road champion finished after “most difficult season of my
career.” (velonation.com)
 The
Russian entrepreneur is set to take over the Saxo-Bank team. The squad
rose up from modest beginnings to become the sport’s top squad before
fading back in recent years, in part because of a lack of sponsorship
money. (inrng.com)
 New
opportunities for Portuguese rider with leadership role.
(velonation.com)
 Team
Sky’s Norwegian talent hoping to be more competitive in the spring.
(cyclingnews.com)
 The
true wonder of Mara Abbott’s season is that it very nearly didn’t
happen at all. (velonews.com)
 Shane
Sutton's take on Katie Archibald's impressive rise from promising
teenager to European team pursuit champion last month illustrates how
quickly life has changed for the Scottish rider. (cyclingweekly.co.uk)
 Balint
Hamvas talks about photographing 'cross races and his
Cyclocross 2012/2013 photo annual. (podiumcafe.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4.5 out of 5 stars. "Exceptional fit and performance – the
FR-C jersey is a classy top." (bikeradar.com)
 It’s
December 2nd – that can only mean, well, one of a hundred things – but
for many, the Holidays are on the horizon!
(pezcyclingnews.com)
 While
Contour appears to be on the way back, sadly it looks like Sombrio
might be on the way out. (bikerumor.com)
|
 Russian
businessman Oleg Tinkov, or Tinkoff depending on his mood, has a new
toy: he bought out Bjarne’s Riis’ Saxo Bank squad, put a Tinkoff on the
front and tried to play nice with his top star Alberto
Contador. (atwistedspoke.com)
 New
owner of Tinkoff-Saxo dismisses Hamilton allegation. (cyclingnews.com)
 For
any other team but BMC it would have been a great year.
(cyclingnews.com)
 Omega
Pharma-Quick Step rider in action in Italy. (cyclingnews.com)
 Powerful
GPS computer with Bluetooth connectivity but limited upgrade appeal for
Edge 800 owners. (roadcyclinguk.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4 out of 5 stars. "Great frame with quality components and
good looks." (bikeradar.com)
 While
not as extensive as our Black Friday collection (many of which are
still valid through today), there are quite a few deals to be had
today, Cyber Monday. (bikerumor.com)
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 Germany’s
only Tour de France winner, Jan Ullrich, turns 40 on Monday, insisting
he has come to terms with his doping past. (velonews.com)
Australian
getting stage race campaign underway early in order to hit peak form
for Giro d’Italia. (velonation.com)
 Dane
had hoped to lead at Giro d’Italia, will ride for Nibali in Tour de
France instead. (velonation.com)
 Welcomes
team signings in hunt for Giro and Tour invites. (cyclingnews.com)
Races
& Results.
2014 Tour de France - July 5-27 (Stages), 2014 Giro d'Italia - May 10, 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).  "The
Box is a living thing, ever evolving, but one aspect remains constant:
It always has everything I need to race tucked away inside."
(velonews.com)
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of the
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Tinkoff takeover of team expected, but he says he’s staying put despite
past disagreements. (velonation.com)
 Frenchman
starts season in Australia. (cyclingnews.com)
 Select
your personal favorites of 2013 across a variety of serious and
not-so-serious categories. (velovoices.com)
 Boasson
Hagen scheduled to try for victory number three in the race’s fourth
edition. (velonation.com)
 The
small, yet charming Rhenish Hesse Bicycle Museum is found in the wine
district of the Rhineland-Palatinate in Germany. (pezcyclingnews.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4.5 out of 5 stars. "Outstanding enduro racer with a light and
stiff frame." (bikeradar.com)
|
 Suspended
boss to call press conference next week. (cyclingnews.com)
 New
main sponsor to be announced soon, team says delay in applying for Giro
d’Italia invite is not a problem. (velonation.com)
 BikeRadar
verdict: 4 out of 5 stars. "One of the best clincher tyies out
there." (bikeradar.com)
 The
Schindelhauer Ludwig XIV was a somewhat aero alloy commuter with
14-speed internally geared hub. Slick features like integrated seatpost
clamp and streamlined cable routing kept it as clean as a Gates Belt
driven bike should be. (bikerumor.com)
 ZenCranks
PAS (Power Acceleration System) has an interesting take on crankarm and
pedal setup. (bikerumor.com)
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