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Doug Report Cycling Daily
August 2019



Column One






22 things you should know about the 2019 Vuelta a España.

(cyclingtips.com)-"The Vuelta is easily the youngest of the three Grand Tours. Where the Giro d’Italia has had 102 editions since its start in 1909, and the Tour de France has had 106 editions since 1903, the Vuelta only began in 1935." (cyclingtips.com) Matt de Neef

August 21, 2019






Form ranking: Vuelta a Espana 2019 favorites.

(cyclingnews.com)-"The start of the 2019 Vuelta a España is just three days away, and Cyclingnews has taken a look at 10 of the major contenders to gauge their form ahead of the race, which starts in Salinas de Torrevieja in south-east Spain on Saturday, August 24." (cyclingnews.com) (Tim de Waele/TDWSport.com)

August 21, 2019





Chapman, Stephens dominate SBT GRVL for Tibco SVB.

(cyclingnews.com)-"The two riders covered the 225.6km route, which included 2,743 meters of climbing, in under seven hours. They will both be racing in the upcoming Colorado Classic, held from August 22-25." (cyclingnews.com) (Wil Matthews)

August 21, 2019





Kirchmann praises Team Sunweb's 'MeToo' protocol.

(cyclingnews.com)-"Canadian time trial champion Leah Kirchmann told Cyclingnews that she feels safer knowing that there are clear behavior and ethical expectations, and step-by-step instructions for reporting sexual abuse." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

August 21, 2019





Silca Maratona Minimo Gear Bag.

(road.cc)-"If you want to travel in style then the Silca Maratona Minimo is the bag for you. It's the perfect size for carry-on airline luggage, it organizes your kit, is very nicely made with lovely materials and is durable, and has several carrying handles for convenience." (road.cc) (David Arthur)

August 21, 2019





2019 Tour of Denmark LIVE stream.

(cyclingfans.com)"-
"2019 Tour of Denmark LIVE August 21-25.

Stage 2 starts Thursday at 3:00pm CET (9:00am U.S. Eastern).

Finish at around 5:30pm CET (11:30am U.S. Eastern).

Live video from 2:55pm CET (8:55am U.S. Eastern)."
(cyclingfans.com)

August 21, 2019





2019 Vuelta a Espana LIVE stream.

(cyclingfans.com)-"2019 Vuelta a Espana LIVE August 24-September 15, Spain.

Stage 1 starts Saturday at 6:56pm CET (12:56pm U.S. Eastern).

Finish at around 8:30pm CET (2:30pm U.S. Eastern).

Live video from 6:45pm CET (12:45pm U.S. Eastern)."
(cyclingfans.com) (steephill.tv)

August 21, 2019


Column Two
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Van Aert on slow mend, van der Poel eyes road worlds.

(velonews.com)-"While Belgian continues to heal from his ugly Tour crash, unstoppable Dutchman steamrolls through multiple disciplines." (velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)

August 21, 2019







Pidcock out of Tour de l'Avenir after crash.

(cyclingnews.com)-"He did not discuss the extent of his injuries, but the fall comes just one month before the UCI Road World Championships in Yorkshire where Pidcock, a former junior world champion in the time trial and the current under-23 cyclocross world champion, is expected to be one of the favorites for the U23 road race." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

August 21, 2019





How Tom Dumoulin almost won La Vuelta.

(rouleur.cc)-"Tom Dumoulin was a 1,000-1 outsider before the Vuelta a España that kickstarted his career. How “The Butterfly of Maastricht” nearly pulled off the greatest shock in modern Grand Tour racing." (rouleur.cc) Photographs: Timm Kölln / Offside/Pressesports

August 21, 2019





Jumbo Visma announces new development team.

(cyclingnews.com)-"Jumbo Visma announced the formation of Development Team Jumbo Visma for 2020, which will be made up of 13 riders from around the world, all under the age of 20." (cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Jonathan Devich)

August 21, 2019





Fresh Bikes: Canyon Grail SF SLX DI2 Review.

(bicycling.co.za)-"Canyon's Grail SF SLX DI2 is designed around comfort and stability on the dirt, it’s also as light and efficient a bike as you could ask for on the road." (bicycling.co.za) Ewald Sadie

August 21, 2019





Roundup: Fresh gear from Bontrager, ABUS, Handup, and 7mesh.

(bikerumor.com)-"In this roundup, we’re checking out everything from helmets to apparel and even new partnerships. For commuters, Bontrager has a fresh helmet with a new approach for protection." (bikerumor.com) Michael Gushulak

August 21, 2019






Colorado Classic 2019 - Preview.

(cyclingnews.com)-"You can watch live streaming of all four stage on Cyclingnews. Our coverage of the event will also include race reports, news, results, and galleries." (cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Jonathan Devich)

August 21, 2019





2019 Tour du Limousin LIVE stream.

(cyclingfans.com)"-


"2019 Tour du Limousin LIVE August 21-24, France.

Stage 2 starts Thursday at 12:15pm CET (6:15am U.S. Eastern).

Finish at around 4:51pm CET (10:51am U.S. Eastern).

Live video from 2:00pm CET (8:00am U.S. Eastern)."
(cyclingfans.com)

August 21, 2019





Colorado Classic live streaming.

(cyclingnews.com)"-"The Colorado Classic women's-only UCI 2.1 stage race begins August 22 in Steamboat Springs and finishes August 25 in Denver.

Thursday's stage 1 (August 22nd) starts at 11:30am MDT."
(cyclingnews.com)

August 21, 2019


Column Three
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UCI survey reveals big teams snapping up best riders a turn-off for most fans.

(road.cc)Simon-"More than 22,300 fans from 134 countries completed an online questionnaire that sought to canvas their views on issues including how they follow the sport and what could be done to improve their enjoyment of it." (road.cc)Simon MacMichael

August 21, 2019





McNulty: Success of young riders suggests cycling is cleaner.

(cyclingnews.com)-"The 21-year-old American will move from Rally UHC to WorldTour level next year but is resisting the pressure to keep pace with his contemporaries." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

August 21, 2019





US pro cycling races treat Lance Armstrong & Floyd Landis very differently.

(stickybottle.com)"-"US pro cycling races have been dealing with Floyd Landis and Lance Armstrong in very different ways of late; one event distancing itself from Landis while another is embracing Armstrong." (stickybottle.com)

August 21, 2019





How Team Jumbo Visma rose from the ashes of Rabobank.

(velonews.com)-"Nearly a decade after the demise of Team Rabobank, Dutch squad Jumbo Visma has become one of the strongest in the WorldTour under the leadership of its owner, Richard Plugge." (velonews.com) Steve Maxwell

August 21, 2019







Davide Ballerini signs for Deceuninck Quick Step.

(cyclingnews.com)-"Davide Ballerini will ride for Deceuninck Quick Step in 2020 after signing a two-year contract with the Belgian squad. The 24-year-old joins the team after spending the 2019 campaign in the colors of Astana and two seasons with Androni Giocattoli-\ Sidermec." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

August 21, 2019






Connor Swift: Arkea Samsic are still learning where my strengths lie.

(cyclingnews.com)-"It’s been a whirlwind few months for Connor Swift, who couldn’t have imagined at the start of the year where he’d be now. The 23-year-old received a call from Arkéa Samsic a few months into the season and, in the blink of an eye, he was a pro rider." (cyclingnews.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)

August 21, 2019





Amazon Music Launches on Garmin Watches: Everything you need to know.

(dcrainmaker.com)"-"When Garmin first got into the music wearable industry some 18 months ago, I don’t think anyone would have sat back and said: ‘Garmin will become the most widely supported music streaming services wearable on the market’. But oddly enough, as of today, that’s actually what’s happened." (dcrainmaker.com)

August 21, 2019





The 6-Move Dumbbell Workout To Get Faster.

(bicycling.co.za)-"There’s this myth that strength training will bulk you up and slow you down - but really, there are so many benefits to gain. “Strength training, even with simple dumbbells, helps create a more durable athlete." (bicycling.co.za) Ashley Mateo

August 21, 2019





Best arm warmers for autumn 2019.

(cyclingnews.com)-"They come in plenty of different shapes and sizes, from heavy-duty thermal construction with windproof panels protecting your joints, to lightweight materials designed to fend off UV rays." (cyclingnews.com) (Courtesy)

August 21, 2019



Doug Report Cycling Daily
Column One





Watch out for these five youngsters joining the WorldTour in 2020.

(cyclingweekly.com)-"Promising young American Brandon McNulty will also be making the step up to the WorldTour for 2020 at 21 years old." (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo: Yuzuru Sunada)

August 20, 2019





Ladies Tour of Norway 2019 - Preview.

(cyclingnews.com)-"Last year saw Marianne Vos win all three stages and the overall title. It has become somewhat of a stomping ground for the decorated Dutchwoman, who also won the overall title in 2017." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

August 20, 2019





Vuelta a España: Jumbo Visma attempt third Grand Tour opening stage win out of three.

(cyclingnews.com)-"Jumbo Visma are aiming to hit the ground running at the Vuelta a España on Saturday, attempting to clinch a full house of victories on the opening stages of all three 2019 Grand Tours, says Dutch team member Robert Gesink." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

August 20, 2019





Dan Martin’s absence from Vuelta now confirmed by UAE Emirates.

(stickybottle.com)"-"In Martin’s absence from the UAE Team Emirates line-up for the Vuelta, the team is backing former race winner Fabio Aru and rising star Tadej Pogačar." (stickybottle.com)

August 20, 2019





Luis Ángel Maté will return to racing at Vuelta a España three weeks after head injury suffered in ‘brutal’ crash.

(cyclingweekly.com)-"The Cofidis rider hit a pothole on the opening stage in Poland and went down hard, splitting his head open and being taken to the hospital." (cyclingweekly.com) (Picture: Hospital Ochoa)

August 20, 2019





Progress from process: What it takes to make it to the WorldTour.

(velonews.com)-"Will Barta sat by his phone and awaited the familiar buzz of the ringer. It was August 2014, and Barta was expecting a call from famed development coach Axel Merckx." (velonews.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)

August 20, 2019





Review: Look 765 Gravel RS bike shapes up as an off-road drop bar bruiser.

(bikerumor.com)-"We tested the size XL with the Force 1×11 group, which includes a Look alloy cockpit plus carbon seatpost, Mavic Allroad tubeless wheels, and WTB Riddler 700×37 tires. Weight for the complete bike without pedals was 20.02lb (9.08kg)." (bikerumor.com) (Tyler Benedict)

August 20, 2019





2019 Vuelta a Espana LIVE stream.

(cyclingfans.com)-"2019 Vuelta a Espana LIVE August 24-September 15, Spain.

Stage 1 starts Saturday at 6:56pm CET (12:56pm U.S. Eastern).

Finish at around 8:30pm CET (2:30pm U.S. Eastern).

Live video from 6:45pm CET (12:45pm U.S. Eastern)."
(cyclingfans.com) (steephill.tv)

August 20, 2019


Column Two
Doug Report Cycling Daily



Tom Pidcock taken to the hospital following crash at Tour de l’Avenir.

(cyclingweekly.com)-"The British rider was in a leading group of 15 on a wet stage from Saint-Julien-Chapteuil to Privas in the U23 race, but crashed and injured himself in the last kilometer as Switzerland’s Stefan Bissegger went on to win the stage." (cyclingweekly.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)

August 20, 2019





Lizzie Deignan: I plan to retire after the Tokyo Olympic Games.

(cyclingnews.com)-"She is giving herself one final opportunity to secure a second world title in Yorkshire and to win a gold medal at the Tokyo Olympic Games." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

August 20, 2019





Masnada signs two-year deal with CCC Team.

(cyclingnews.com)-"Fausto Masnada will move up to WorldTour level in 2020 after he signed a two-year contract with CCC Team. The Italian has spent all his professional career at Androni Giocattoli Sidermec, and he has enjoyed a breakout season in 2019, capped by a stage victory on the Giro d’Italia." (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)

August 20, 2019





Hagens Berman Axeon confirm return to Continental level for 2020.

(cyclingnews.com)-"After two seasons at Professional Continental level, Hagens Berman Axeon will return to the Continental level for 2020, but team owner Axel Merckx told Cyclingnews he doesn’t believe it will have a major effect on his U23 development program." (cyclingnews.com) (Brian Hodes / VeloImages)

August 20, 2019





Shimano introduces ‘indoor specific’ cycling shoes.

(cyclingweekly.com)-"There are two versions – the IC5 which comes with a high focus on breathability, and the IC3 with a trainer-like aesthetic." (cyclingweekly.com) Michelle Arthurs-Brennan

August 20, 2019





Out of tragedy, new love: The cyclist’s widow and her second husband.

(cyclingtips.com)-"On a descent at the 2016 Gent Wevelgem, a four rider crash on the left hand side of the road turned tragic when Antoine Demoitié (Wanty Groupe Gobert), was hit by a motorbike as he lay on the ground." (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)

August 20, 2019





Tech Trend: Is adjustable geometry the next big thing for gravel bikes?

(road.cc)-"Is adjustable geometry the next tech thing to get your head around? Until now geometry adjustment has been the reserve of mountain bikers, but a few new gravel bikes launched recently are utilizing adjustable geometry to tune the handling for different requirements." (road.cc) (David Arthur)

August 20, 2019





InsideRide E-Motion SmartPower Rollers with Floating Fork: In-Depth Review.

(dcrainmaker.com)"-"This concept basically adds a floating fork mount to the front of the roller platform, making it nearly impossible to accidentally fall of the rollers. Yet at the same time preserving much of the motion feel." (dcrainmaker.com)

August 20, 2019





Pinarello’s Latest Suspension Road Bike and the History Leading up to it.

(roadbikeaction.com)-"By combining the shock and flattened flex-stay chainstays, the Dogma FS delivers a minimal 11mm of rear-wheel travel. The HiRide front suspension offers almost twice the amount with 20mm of travel." (roadbikeaction.com) (Bettini Photo)

August 20, 2019





Colorado Classic live streaming.

(cyclingnews.com)"-"The Colorado Classic women's-only UCI 2.1 stage race begins August 22 in Steamboat Springs and finishes August 25 in Denver.

Thursday's stage 1 (August 22nd) starts at 11:30am MDT."
(cyclingnews.com)

August 20, 2019


Column Three
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Van Aert's cyclocross season uncertain after Tour de France crash.

(cyclingnews.com)-"According to a report in Het Nieuwsbald, he still requires crutches to walk and an additional three weeks before he can consider training." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

August 20, 2019





Barguil apologizes for remarks about Gasparotto.

(cyclingnews.com)-"Arkéa Samsic leader Warren Barguil has apologized to Dimension Data's Enrico Gasparotto, both privately and publicly on social media, after having called the veteran Italian rider an idiot." (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)

August 20, 2019





Jumbo Visma ready to challenge Team Ineos at Tour de France after signing Tom Dumoulin.

(cyclingnews.com)-"Jumbo Visma team manager Richard Plugge has suggested the arrival of Tom Dumoulin as a new Grand Tour team leader will allow the Dutch team to challenge Team Ineos at the 2020 Tour de France." (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)

August 20, 2019





Thousands attend Felice Gimondi's funeral.

(cyclingnews.com)-"Over two thousand people attended Felice Gimondi's funeral on Tuesday, with many following the ceremony from outside the packed church in the central of his hometown of Paladina near Bergamo." (cyclingnews.com) (Bianchi S.p.A.)

August 20, 2019





Giro d’Italia 2020 could feature gravel time trial on Mount Etna.

(cyclingweekly.com)-"The 2020 Giro d’Italia, after it starts in Budapest, is eyeing a time trial climb on Mount Etna’s volcanic gravel ash roads to 2,850 meters." (cyclingweekly.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)

August 20, 2019





Spomenik hunters in the land of the Macedons.

(cyclingtips.com)-"In the 1960s and ‘70s, the nation of Yugoslavia began an immense program of monument-building - erecting huge, space-age structures up and down the country to commemorate military milestones in the Second World War. The word “spomenik” means “monument." (cyclingtips.com) Photography: Matt Grayson

August 20, 2019





Laura Kenny Talks About Returning to Competitive Cycling After Giving Birth.

(cycling.today)"-"Giving birth and becoming a mother has not stopped Laura Kenny from making a quick return to the world of cycling." (cycling.today)

August 20, 2019





Brodie Chapman looking to continue run of success at Colorado Classic.

(velonews.com)-"Relatively unknown in 2018, Chapman racked up a slew of impressive results: first overall in the women’s Herald Sun Tour, fifth at the Tour of California, sixth in the Australian National Championship road race." (velonews.com) Betsy Welch

August 20, 2019





Best road e-bikes for 2019.

(cyclingnews.com)-"E-bikes or pedelec electric bikes have exploded in popularity over the past couple of years, and we are seeing everything from slick commuters and long-travel enduro e-MTBs to haul-everything assisted cargo bikes - and now e-road bikes." (cyclingnews.com) (Courtesy)

August 20, 2019





Poc unveils new glasses, plus new helmet tech.

(road.cc)-"2020 range includes helmets that communicate your medical profile and glasses that change tint instantly." (road.cc) (Mat Brett)

August 20, 2019



Doug Report Cycling Daily
Column One





Israel Cycling Academy takes another big step forward.

(velonews.com)-"After Utah win and Dan Martin signing, pro continental team aiming for 2020 Tour de France." (velonews.com) (Photo: Casey B. Gibson)

August 19, 2019





Opportunity knocks at Vuelta a Espana 2019 - Race preview.

(cyclingnews.com)-"After the Giro d'Italia and Tour de France, could the 2019 Vuelta a España see another new Grand Tour star make his way onto the highest step of the final podium on September 15th?" (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)

August 19, 2019





Quintana, Carapaz and Valverde form Movistar trident at Vuelta a Espana.

(cyclingnews.com)-"Nairo Quintana, world champion Alejandro Valverde and Giro d’Italia winner Richard Carapaz have all been confirmed in the Movistar line-up for the Vuelta a España, which gets underway with a team time trial in Torrevieja on Saturday." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

August 19, 2019





How to turn a gravel bike into a cyclocross ready race machine.

(cyclingmagazine.ca)-"With a few adjustments to your setup, you'll be better prepared to navigate the technical and muddy challenges of the 'cross course on your gravel bike." (cyclingmagazine.ca) Philippe Tremblay

August 19, 2019





Merida Silex 6000+ 2020 gravel bike.

(cyclingtips.com)-"First announced for the 2018 season, the Merida Silex is the Taiwanese mega-manufacturer’s take on the do-it-all gravel segment. It’s a bike that’s available in both alloy and carbon variants." (cyclingtips.com) Photography by Dave Rome

August 19, 2019





Miche Neon Black on Black Wheels.

(road.cc)-"The Miche Neon Black on Black Wheels spin up quickly and hold their speed well, but they arrived out of true, which was a little disappointing." (road.cc) George Hill

August 19, 2019





Review: Exept All Road custom carbon fiber road bike delivers a lively ride.

(bikerumor.com)-"Exept is an upstart based in Finale Ligure, a coastal outdoor sports mecca on the western side of Italy. Exept's first offering is the All Road, a versatile frame that’s available in two formats." (bikerumor.com) (Tyler Benedict)

August 19, 2019


Column Two
Doug Report Cycling Daily


Floyd Landis: Tour of Utah demand that team change name was 'personal'.

(cyclingnews.com)-"We were told the team could come to the race as long as no 'Floyd's' branding appeared anywhere," Landis told Cyclingnews by phone from Denver on Sunday afternoon." (cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Rob Jones)

August 19, 2019





Riders praise Tour of Utah's shortened stages.

(cyclingnews.com)-"The Larry H. Miller Tour of Utah tinkered with the racing formula slightly in 2019, choosing to offer shorter stages that the riders at the post-race press conference universally praised for the added level of excitement they brought to the seven-day 2.HC race." (cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Jonathan Devich)

August 19, 2019





Ben Hermans: I look forward to working with Dan Martin.

(cyclingnews.com)-"Ben Hermans jumped up a spot at this year's Larry H. Miller Tour of Utah after having finished second last year, claiming the overall win in Park City on Sunday after taking the race lead four days earlier on Powder Mountain." (cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Jonathan Devich)

August 19, 2019





Ben Healy takes Ireland’s first Tour de l’Avenir win since Stephen Roche.

(stickybottle.com)"-"Ben Healy, a first-year U23 rider competing in his first Tour de l’Avenir, has taken a stage in the French race this afternoon." (stickybottle.com)

August 19, 2019





What bike for Paris Brest Paris? As 1,200km randonnée gets underway.

(road.cc)-"It’s one of the biggest and most famous long-distance cycling events in the world, and it started at the weekend. It’s Paris Brest Paris, a 1,200km randonnée that truly challenges stamina and mental fortitude." (road.cc) (David Arthur)

August 19, 2019





Keeping cycling simple.

(cyclingmagazine.ca)-"You can be a very good cyclist without worrying about watts per kilogram. Before dropping a pile of cash on a power meter, ask yourself if you are ready to add all those numbers to your rides." (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Getty Images)

August 19, 2019





How to identify any type of cyclist from the contents of their pockets.

(cyclingweekly.com)-"With the size of cycling sunglasses on a constant upwards trajectory towards comedy value, there’s little chance of any of us getting close to those figurative windows to the soul." (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo: Yuzuru Sunada)

August 19, 2019





Six tips for riding better in a group.

(cyclingmagazine.ca)"-"Group riding is a collective effort that can, and should, be one of the most enjoyable ways that you can spend time on your bicycle. Here are a few tips to make future bunch rides better and safer experiences for everyone involved." (cyclingmagazine.ca)

August 19, 2019





Specialized Roubaix Comp Shimano Ultegra Di2 Review.

(cyclestore.co.uk)-"The brand new top of the range Roubaix absolutely flew around the Paris Roubaix boasting a phenomenal 5 of the top 10 spots, as well as the win. The Specialized Roubaix really is one of the best one day road bikes we’ve ever seen." (cyclestore.co.uk) Jack Schofield

August 19, 2019


Column Three
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Dumoulin begins new chapter with move to Jumbo Visma.

(velonews.com)-"Dutch superstar breaks his contract with Sunweb to move to rival Jumbo Visma that has implications across the peloton." (velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)

August 19, 2019





Tom Dumoulin signs for Jumbo Visma.

(cyclingnews.com)-"Dumoulin will join what is already one of the strongest Grand Tour outfits in the sport. Primož Roglič and Steven Kruijswijk are established GC contenders and will both race at this month’s Vuelta a España, while the likes of George Bennett, Laurens De Plus and Tony Martin are among a wealth of strong domestiques at the Dutch squad." (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)

August 19, 2019





Victor Campenaerts confirms move to Dimension Data.

(cyclingweekly.com)-"The Belgian pro will be joining the South African outfit, which will be rebranded as Team NTT next season, and hopes to target some major time trial victories." (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo: Yuzuru Sunada)

August 19, 2019





Sam Bennett secures extra places for Irish team at World Road Champs.

(stickybottle.com)"-"Sam Bennett’s recent run of form since he returned to racing after his national title win in Derry City in July has ensured Ireland can enter six elite riders at the World Championships in Yorkshire." (stickybottle.com)

August 19, 2019





Rising star Lily Williams taking a multi-disciplined approach to racing.

(velonews.com)-"For Lily Williams, finishing college was the excuse she needed to save herself from the untenable toll of an elite running career. Williams was fast (her 4:42 mile remains a Florida high school state record), and she never slowed down." (velonews.com) Photo courtesy Snowy Mountain Photography

August 19, 2019





Eisel to race on in 2020 and bring up 20 years as a pro.

(cyclingnews.com)-"Bernhard Eisel is set to continue racing for another year, expressing his desire to take his career into a 20th season, although it would not be with his current team, Dimension Data." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

August 19, 2019





Best aero road bikes 2019.

(cyclingnews.com)-"The popularity of aero road bikes has been on a consistent upward trajectory over the past decade. The fascination with going faster by using less energy has long been considered the holy-grail in cycling." (cyclingnews.com) (Courtesy)

August 19, 2019





Trending topics.

(rouleur.cc)-"Tires are wider, jerseys are jazzier and sprockets are now available by the dozen. The latest developments in design from aero bikes to - whisper it - suspension." (rouleur.cc) Photographs: Benedict Campbell

August 19, 2019





Use latex inner tubes for lowest rolling resistance says AeroCoach test.

(road.cc)-"What inner tube to use isn’t often a question most cyclists worry about until they’re shopping for a replacement, but if you’re interested in a marginal gain, choose latex inner tubes shows a new test by AeroCoach." (road.cc) (David Arthur)

August 19, 2019





Orro announces Venturi Evo & Shimano GRX-equipped Terra C.

(road.cc)-"Orro has released details of a new Venturi Evo that's cheaper than its existing Venturi STC, a Terra C gravel bike built up with Shimano's GRX 600 gravel groupset, and several more exciting updates for 2020." (road.cc) (Mat Brett)

August 19, 2019












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