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"I haven’t heard anything concrete yet" - No sign of Mathieu van der Poel's cyclocross season starting any soon "Wout van Aert will likely wait until late December to start his cyclocross season, as he will prioritize the team training camp in eastern Spain. There's no signs on when or if Tom Pidcock will race, and the same applies to Mathieu van der Poel." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) Niels Albert cautions against overhyping Thibau Nys: "Not yet at the level of Van der Poel and Van Aert" "After Thibau Nys’s victory at the European Cyclocross Championships in Pontevedra, the excitement surrounding Sven’s son is almost unstoppable." By Hendrik Boermans (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit not Found) Paid Subscription Articles
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After Vollering’s departure, what will the future hold for SD Worx? "To say the least, it was a turbulent season for SD Worx Protime. Danny Stam’s women’s team enjoyed another successful season, but 2024 was largely overshadowed by rumors of who would stay and who would leave." By Bram van der Ploeg (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit not Found) November 4,
2024
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Herygers gets "almost emotional himself" but hopes Thibau Nys remains cautious: "He obviously can't wait" "Due to Wout van Aert's absence, Belgium focuses on Thibau Nysin this cyclocross winter." By Hendrik Boermans (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) November vacation month: Roglic and Pogacar relax by the water, parties for Asgreen, Van Dijke and the Bjergs "It's November and almost winter in the Netherlands and Belgium. Not for the riders, who consider this the vacation month of the year." By Hendrik Boermans (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit not Found) Will Mark Cavendish return to the Tour de France in 2025? "We know the Manxman well enough now that we should never count him out when it comes to racing." By Stephen Puddicombe (rouleur.cc) Photo: SWpix.com Tour of Guangxi 2024: Frustration for Australian Star in China "Belgian cyclist Lennert van Eetvelt clinched a memorable victory, cementing his status as one of the best young talents in the sport." (pezcyclingnews.com) (Credits not Found) Paid Subscription Articles
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Is Ridley set to launch a radical new aero bike? Pro riders spotted undergoing bike fits on mystery frameset "Uno X riders have been spotted on what appears to be a new and unconventional Ridley Noah Fast road bike." By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) The Pro’s Closet Is Back: Leading Used Bike Retailer Returns Today "The Pro’s Closet (TPC) website fired up this morning, announcing that it is taking submissions to purchase used bikes, frames, or wheels." By Zach Overholt (bikerumor.com) (Image credit: Bike-Room via cyclingnews.com) The Koo Alibi regular fit sunglasses are hands down the best 'small face' compatible eyewear I've ever used "If, like me, you struggle to find stylish sunglasses that don't eclipse your face, look no further." By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future) Newlane Foldable Helmet "Innovative and capable foldaway commuting helmet that looks and feels just like a traditional helmet." Matt Lamy (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) November 3,
2024
European Cyclocross Championships: Thibau Nys rockets to elite men's title "Belgian defeats Felipe Orts on the final lap with Eli Iserbyt finishing third." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Fem van Empel times sprint to perfection to take title at 2024 European Championship ahead of Alvarado and Brand "Van Empel out-sprints her compatriot in a dramatic final lap as Brand takes third for a Dutch 1-2-3." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Swiss and Italian gold at Junior European Cyclocross Championships; Heavily criticized Cabaca just misses podium "Anja Grossmann and Mattia Agostinacchio crowned themselves European champions on Sunday morning in the junior category." By Sjoerd Valkering (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit not Found) Paid Subscription Articles
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Genesis Croix de Fer 30 review: A bike for life and all of life's adventures "The newly updated Croix de Fer stays true to its 'do it all' roots but with an eye to the future. It's now more capable than ever." By Rachel Sokal (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future/Andy Jones) Chris Froome: ‘The 2019 Tour Was the One That Got Away … I’d Never Been as Strong’ "Briton in action at the Saitama Criterium in Japan, receives most aggressive rider award." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via velo.outside.com) Live Cyclocross: European Championships - Ponevedra, Spain - November 3rd 2024 "2024 UEC European Cyclocross Championships Pontevedra, Spain. Elite
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Pidcock and Ineos begin to reconcile "The waters seem to be returning to their course in the Ineos Grenadiers team, which will gather its roster in Manchester for a first contact before starting the season and after the internal renewal with which the British squad is trying to return to the path of success." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image Credit not Found) Zoe Bäckstedt carries road racing form into cyclocross season with an eye on Worlds "I just need to fine-tune a bit and then I'll be ready." By Bram van der Ploeg (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Good Ride Food: Absorption and Oxidation "Getting nutrition from you gut to your muscles." By Alex Winnicki (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Paid Subscription Articles
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David van der Poel conveys his feelings after training with Mathieu "Like father, like sons: that saying certainly applies to Adrie van der Poel and his sons, Mathieu and David." By Bram van der Ploeg (idlprocycling.com) (Strava) November 4,
2024
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Is Pogačar the greatest? The truth is it’s still a bit too soon to tell "The Triple Crown winner is yet to prove himself, according to Cycling Weekly's columnist." By Michael Hutchinson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Shutterstock) Baloise - Trek Lions manager furious after mechanical issues cost them two medals at Euros: "Chains are not supposed to fail when a rider puts a lot of force on the pedals" "Manager Sven Nys points to ongoing issues with components." By Ondrej Zhasil (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com Shirin van Anrooij sidelined by surgery, will miss cyclocross season "Shirin van Anrooij recently underwent successful surgery to address iliac artery endofibrosis after a troubling season with leg issues." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) Image: Social Media Euro junior CX champ tearfully dedicates win to Muriel Furrer "Anja Grossmann broke down as the Swiss national anthem played, thinking of her late teammate." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: @UEC_cycling/X Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift 2025 route: Four mountain stages in toughest race yet "Race to take place 26 July-3 August, with nine stages across France, from Brittany to the Alps." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Noah Ramsay blazes to victory at the Iceman Cometh "Tyler Orschel finishes second." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Mark Ramsay @MarkCRamsay/X Nys wins title his father never won "The Nys family is extremely successful thanks to both father and son. Thibau achieved a title that his father, Sven, never managed to win: the European title." By Sjoerd Valkering (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit not Found) Review: Tifosi Moab Sunglasses "Get ready to conquer the road with Tifosi Optics’ Moab." By Chuck Peña (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Hammerhead updates its new Karoo and increases the battery to over 35 hours "Since SRAM acquired the cycle computer company Hammerhead in 2021, the brand has received a significant boost that has placed its devices on par with market leaders." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image Credit not Found) Ugliest bikes of all time? "Instagrammer Bicycle Pubes creates some absolutely hideous, two-wheeled works of art(?)." By Colin Field (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) November 3,
2024
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Wout van Aert announces ‘cross plans "The Belgian superstar is back training after crashing out of the Vuelta." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Is UAE too dominant? Do too few teams dominate cycling? "The end of the 2024 season saw some tension as UAE Emirates began to chase down the record of wins in a season held by Columbia HTC, who in 2009 wrapped up with a stunning 85 victories by their riders." By Simon Crisp (sicycle.wordpress.com) (Image Credit not Found) Wuyts claims to know details of an incredible Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe contract offer for Evenepoel "The Belgian cyclist recently decided to honor his existing contract with Soudal Quick Step, but in doing so, he reportedly turned down an incredible offer from the German team." By Sjoerd Valkering (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Wahoo Teases New Cycling GPS, Also Expands Kickr Bike Features "Today we’ve got a round-up of two piles of Wahoo Fitness news. I could have squished these into a ‘Week in Review’ post, but decided they were probably worth longer discussions." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker) Giving up isn’t in Froome's dictionary: "I can still play a role in the Tour de France" "The 39-year-old chased his fifth Tour title for years but has now accepted that it’s unlikely to happen." By Hendrik Boermans (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit not Found) Unbound registration is now open: Your guide to 2025's biggest gravel events and key registration dates "Don’t delay - gravel races are filling up faster than ever." By Anne-Marije Rook (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Life Time) Orbea Orca M10iLTD PWR 2024 "High-performance race bike oozing responsiveness and stiffness and an easy-to-ride nature." By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Why aren’t more all-road bikes like Pinarello’s Dogma K8-S? "Check out the bike that Team Sky’s Ian Stannard rode to the Paris Roubaix podium back in 2016, complete with a rear suspension system to smooth over the cobbles." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) HRV values confirm it: Vollering truly needed a break after turbulent World Championship period "Demi Vollering shared a glimpse into her HRV (heart rate variability) values over the past few weeks after her vacation on Instagram." By Sjoerd Valkering (idlprocycling.com) (Instagram)
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€8 million a year - What Tadej Pogacar should be making in new contract with UAE Team Emirates "Today's Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Pogacar's new salary is of €8 million per season. This comes as an increase from his previous salary of €6 million." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Confidant witnessed how López, his "biggest disappointment," spiraled into trouble: "The doping news didn’t surprise me" "Colombian cycling saw absolute highlights in the 2010s. Grand tours were won by Egan Bernal (Tour de France) and Nairo Quintana (Giro and Vuelta). Esteban Chaves, Rigoberto Urán and Fernando Gaviria were other stars who brought color to cycling. Miguel Ángel López was also part of that fine group of riders." By Sjoerd Valkering (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) New top transfer in women’s cycling imminent: Tour standout Kerbaol parts ways with team "Team owner 'disappointed' to lose Tour de France Femmes stage winner one year before planned end of contract" By Bram van der Ploeg (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Prologo Nago R4 PAS 3DMSS Nack 137 saddle "Exceptional all-day comfort delivered by advanced 3D zonal engineering – though it comes with a heavyweight price." By Sam Smith (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) November 4,
2024
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'It got a lot of laughs' - Cyclist makes giant Visma Lease a Bike helmet for Halloween race "Honor Elliott said she felt like she was 'wearing a massive sail." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Honor Elliott / Theo Clarke) Pidcock is on vacation in Hawaii and continues to collect KOMs "Despite the uncertainty about his future within Ineos, with the 2025 season getting closer, Tom Pidcock has chosen to disconnect from the world with a well-deserved vacation in Hawaii, where he has not forgotten about his bike." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image Credit not Found) "I was able to inspire an entire country" - Rigoberto Uran bids farewell to professional cycling in front of thousands of adoring fans in Medellin "Few riders have been able to break into the wider public consciousness such as Rigoberto Uran has done in his homeland of Colombia over the course of his near two decade spell in the professional peloton." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Why did Evenepoel reject the 10 million offer from Red Bull Bora? "Why did he decide to stay in his current team even when Red Bull's offer tripled his current salary?" By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image Credit not Found) CX beer-throwers: ‘Anyone who wants to will now think twice’ "Former pro Bart Wellens says that the Iserbyt hooch-heaver was disciplined correctly." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) "Not enough people watched. Simple as that" - Explanation behind ITV's lack of interest in Tour de France renewal "Across Europe, ASO has recently agreed a deal to ensure the Tour de France, the Vuelta a Espana and other major races have a long term presence on free-to-air TV in a landmark deal. " By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) Five winter essentials coming soon from Gorewear, Velocio, Jack Wolfskin, Oxford and Ciovita "To help you carry on cycling outdoors this winter, we’re reviewing some of the latest and greatest gear as always to inform your buying choices." By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Coros Pace Pro GPS Smartwatch w/ Top Tech, Extra-Long Battery Life & Affordable Price "Let me start with an acknowledgment that the cost of top-tier multisport GPS smartwatches is eye-watering, yet this new Coros Pace Pro manages to bring the best tech and genuinely long battery life a bit more into reach." By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) Birzman Chain Whip "Sturdy and effective, if a little on the pricey side." By George Hill (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) November 3,
2024
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‘Cycling is my home… But it’s less fun nowadays’ - Simon Geschke on 16 years as a professional "The German rider reflects on how the sport has changed over his career as a pro cyclist." By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Photo: SWpix.com Project 35 "Cavendish, nicknamed “the Manx Missile,” has had an impressive career since turning professional in 2077 after a successful track career the previous two years." By Leslie Reissner (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Primoz Roglic does not rule out beating Tadej Pogacar at 2025 Tour de France "but my palmares will be fine if I don't get it" "Primoz Roglic rode the traditional Saitama Criterium in Japan yesterday and gave several interviews. Among other things, the Slovenian outlined his plans for 2025 and how the mighty task of beating Tadej Pogacar might be taken on." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Rhode Van Elsen/Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Cyclist’s way too early Tour de France 2025 predictions "Who's going to win the 2025 Tour de France? How many stages will Tadej Pogačar win? Will Wout van Aert wear the yellow jersey again?" By Ewan Wilson (cyclist.co.uk) A.S.O./Charly Lopez Beloved, outspoken and twice controversially disqualified: This was the career of Luke Rowe "It’s rare these days to find riders who stay with the same team for their entire career. But when it happens, it’s usually a sign that you’re dealing with a unique character." By Sjoerd Valkering (idlprocycling.com) (screenshot) Forget Spain and France, your next touring trip should be in Albania "Hungry for a touring destination less ordinary, Simon Thomas sets the controls for southern Albania and North Macedonia." By Simon Thomas (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Simon Thomas) Reminder: Bike thieves are evil (but they don’t necessarily look evil) "Thieves saunter into garage (while the owners are home!) and scoop $25,000 worth of eBikes." Colin Field (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) The 21 best women’s one-day races of the 2020s so far "Counting down the 21 best Classics, Monuments, and international road races of the decade so far, including a lot of poor team tactics." By Ewan Wilson (cyclist.co.uk) Luc Claessen via Getty Images
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