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October
15, 2019
2020 Tour de France Route.
"The
route of the 2020 Tour de France is out and
it’s mountainous with a many mountain stages
and more summit finishes than ever, all on a a
route that sticks to France’s southern half.
Here’s a closer look at the stages and
tomorrow we’ll look more closely at some of
the details, themes and more."
(inrng.com) (ASO)
October
15, 2019
Roundtable: Deconstructing the
2020 Tour de France route.
"Will
the route end the Ineos stranglehold? What is
the impact of a mountain TT? We roundtable a
Tour de France route that destroys the
rulebook."
(velonews.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty
Images Sport)
October
15, 2019
Tour de France 2020 route
revealed.
"The
race includes 29 categorized climbs, six
mountain finishes, gravel roads but only 36
kilometres of time trialing, all of which come
on Pinot's home roads and on the steep climb
to Planche des Belle Filles on the final
Saturday. There is no spot for a team time
trial."
(cyclingnews.com) (ASO)
October
15, 2019
Alaphilippe coy on 2020 Tour de
France plans but sees a route that suits him
well.
"Julian
Alaphilippe was reluctant to discuss the
nature of his ambitions for the 2020 Tour de
France, but nevertheless recognized that the
route unveiled in Paris on Tuesday is one that
suits him down to the ground."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)
October
15, 2019
2020 Tour de France Route
Presentation LIVE stream.
"On
Tuesday 15th October, the route of the next
Tour de France will be unveiled before an
audience of 4,000 spectators at the Palais des
Congrès Paris convention center, in the
presence in particular of the most recent
winner, Egan Bernal."
(cyclingfans.com) (letour.fr)
October
15, 2019
Werner and Mani lead US Pro CX
Calendar after 15 races.
"With
15 races already done and dusted from the
36-race USA Cycling 2019 Pro Cyclocross
Calendar, American Kerry Werner and
Frenchwoman Caroline Mani have slim leads over
a host of rivals who have been swapping podium
spots."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
October
15, 2019
Column
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La Course by Le Tour de France
returns to Paris in 2020.
"The
seventh edition of the Women’s WorldTour event
is currently scheduled for July 10 and, if
that date remains, the race will not be held
in conjunction with the final stage of the
men's Tour de France scheduled in Paris on
July 19."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)
October
15, 2019
BinckBank Tour agrees to new
safety measures following UCI fine.
"A
number of riders voiced their concerns during
this year’s BinckBank Tour, calling the tight
and winding finishes “crazy and dangerous”,
with the CPA cyclists’ union saying the race
did not belong in the WorldTour."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by Bas
Czerwinski/Getty Images)
October
15, 2019
Quality of some women’s races is
under threat from UCI calendar changes.
"The
creation of the UCI’s ProSeries could
undermine the quality of some of the sport’s
biggest races and leave teams struggling to
find early season competition next year.
Omloop Het Nieuwsblad is among a number of
events not included in the series, with new
regulations on start lists leaving the race
possibly struggling for top riders."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty
Images)
October
15, 2019
Richard Carapaz’s Giro win could
help cycling thrive in Ecuador.
"In
Ecuador, the cycling infrastructure and
support is just starting to take hold. Richard
Carapaz’s Giro victory is just the kind of
spark the sport needs to catch fire." (velonews.com)
Rebecca Reza (Getty Images)
October
15, 2019
The bike race that never happened.
"For
Hong Kong’s marginalized cycling community,
last weekend was supposed to be a celebration.
The Hammer Series race was scheduled to decide
the winner of the series, with WorldTour teams
racing through Tsim Sha Tsui's
skyscraper-framed streets."
(cyclingtips.com) Photography by Getty, Velon,
Matt de Neef and Flickr Commons
October
15, 2019
Trek Segafredo: A season in the
story of a superteam.
"Opening
Google Maps in Catania Airport, I tap in the
hotel location and set off south into Sicily’s
dark heartlands. Thoughts of gun-waving, horse
head-depositing mafioso bosses wriggle through
my mind: the bad old days."
(rouleur.cc) Photographs: Jojo Harper
October
15, 2019
Zwift Academy semi-finalists
announced after biggest ever female field.
"Zwift
has announced the twenty riders who have made
it to the semi-finals of the annual Academy,
taking them one step further to a pro contract
with Team Dimension Data’s Under 23 men’s
squad or the Canyon SRAM women’s team." (Michelle
Arthurs-Brennan)
October
15, 2019
Polar Releases Major New Features
to Vantage M & V Series.
"Whether
it be bringing back previously discarded
feature (as with the Zone Lock), or bringing
in the new Ignite features, it’s good to see
Polar hitting the release timeframes they’ve
promised, especially when new features are
involved."
(dcrainmaker.com)
October
15, 2019
GoPro $1 Million Dollar Challenge
gets a sequel; Get paid for your videos.
"Starting
now, you can upload any footage you’ve shot
with the new HERO8 or MAX cameras and it’ll be
reviewed and considered for inclusion in their
next promo video."
(bikerumor.com) (Tyler Benedict)
October
15, 2019
Column
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October
15, 2019
Eddy Merckx suffered hemorrhage
during crash and will remain in the hospital.
"It
is not yet known whether the 74-year-old’s
fall was caused by another ailment, but
ultimately Merckx hit his head and suffered a
hemorrhage before he was immediately
transferred to the intensive care unit at
Dendermonde hospital in the Flemish region of
Belgium."
(cyclingweekly.com) (David Stockman/AFP/Getty
Images)
October
15, 2019
New Penny-Farthing World Hour
Record Set.
"The
previous record was set in 1886 by American
W.A. Rowe. With the help of three pacers, he
set the mark at 35.542km. Global Cycling
Network’s Chris Opie took a similar approach,
working with two other riders. The bikes were
Victorian era technology, hitting 35.743km is
impressive on a high-wheeler."
(bikeworldnews.com) Scott Kingsley
October
15, 2019
Julian Alaphilippe ‘won’t go for
general classification’ at 2020 Tour de France.
"I
won’t go for the general classification, as
next season I will have other goals,” the
Frenchman said, with next year’s Tour offering
up eight mountain stages with four summit
finishes."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Jeff Pachoud/AFP/Getty
Images)
October
15, 2019
Deceuninck Quick Step’s massively
successful season, painted on a frame.
"Limited
to 200 individually-numbered framesets, the
Deceuninck Quick Step LTD Tarmac Disc has a
MSRP of $5,500USD and is available for
pre-order from Specialized retailers starting
the 17th of October."
(cyclingtips.com) Photography by Chris Auld /
Specialized
October
15, 2019
10 Things to Avoid When Buying a
New Bike.
"As
new bikes trickle into shops across the
country, you’re going to be tempted to buy
one. But the road to cycling nirvana is
littered with potential mistakes. Here’s what
not to do when buying a new bike." (bicycling.co.za)
Ryoichi Tanaka/Flickr
October
15, 2019
Garmin Swim 2 GPS Watch In-Depth
Review.
"Yes,
for real: The Garmin Swim is back, baby. Over
7 years later and Garmin has finally
incremented to the second edition in their
swimmers-only watch. And, it’s basically
exactly what you’d expect in a swimming first
watch from Garmin in 2019."
(dcrainmaker.com)
October
15, 2019
Tools of the Trade: Opinel &
Unior.
"When
it comes to a great pocketknife, don’t
overthink things. The Opinel No. 8 is
lightweight and gorgeous - London’s Victoria
and Albert Museum has named the knife one of
the 100 most beautiful products in the world -
and does most everyday tasks with ease."
(pelotonmagazine.com)
October
15, 2019
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October
14, 2019
Chris Froome: Bernal says he will
support me at 2020 Tour de France.
"Bernal,
who had originally been set to lead the line
for Team Ineos at the Giro d’Italia until
injuries of his own altered his schedule,
stepped in and won the Tour, with fellow Ineos
rider Geraint Thomas, the 2018 champion,
finishing second."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)
October
14, 2019
2020 Tour de France route: All the
rumors ahead of the big reveal.
"The
2020 Tour de France route will be presented in
Paris on October 15, but, as ever, reports
leaks and rumors about the parcours and key
stages have been circulating long before the
big reveal."
(cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)
October
14, 2019
Vincenzo Nibali to skip 2020 Tour
de France to focus on Olympics and Giro
d’Italia...
"According
to Gazzetta dello Sport, Nibali’s
desire for an Olympic gold medal will mean he
will miss out on a ninth Tour de France
appearance, as the French Grand Tour finishes
only six days before the men’s Olympic road
race in Japan."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty
Images)
October
14, 2019
Classens wins stage 2 of Crocodile
Trophy, England keeps overall lead.
"The
Netherlands' Bart Classens won stage 2 of the
2019 Crocodile Trophy MTB stage race on a 76km
circuit around Ringer's Rest in Mareeba,
Queensland, on Sunday, while overnight leader
Michael England retained his overall lead." (cyclingnews.com)
(Image credit: Regina Sta)
October
14, 2019
Briko's $400 Cerebellum helmet’s
got your back. And front. And lights, hydration,
video.
"We’re
all (usually) wearing a helmet, but things
like radar, video cameras, etc., are all
things we need to add on if we’re trying to
maximize safety and third party
accountability."
(bikerumor.com) (Tyler Benedict)
October
14, 2019
Winter road bike tires: The best
high-grip puncture-resistant tires for your
winter bike.
"Depending
on where you live, winter riding will take on
a different definition and just because it
doesn't snow in a particular location, doesn't
mean it's not winter - not everybody rides in
Olso in January."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Panaracer)
October
14, 2019
Column
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Eddy Merckx in the hospital with
'serious head injury' after crash.
"Merckx
was riding with friends on Sunday when the
accident occurred. According to Het
Nieuwsblad, the 74-year-old was treated
with caution, given he uses a pacemaker, but
was transferred to a regular ward on Monday
after further examination."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)
October
14, 2019
Notes from the Monument Desk.
"Does
anybody dislike Bauke Mollema? His win in the
Tour of Lombardy on Saturday is the crowning
achievement in a career that was impressive
enough anyway."
(podiumcafe.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
October
14, 2019
Mathieu van der Poel could delay
start of cyclocross season ahead of busy 2020.
"The
Corendon Circus rider told Belgian media
“nothing has been decided yet, I will
certainly not get into action earlier than
October 22”. This would mean missing a number
of cyclocross events he won last year."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by Christof
Koepsel/Getty Images)
October
14, 2019
Honsinger goes one better to win
day 2 of US Open of Cyclocross.
"Clara
Honsinger wins, Madigan Munro takes second
place, France's Caroline Mani finishes in
third place."
(cyclingnews.com)
October
14, 2019
Trek Segafredo ride into 2020 with
wind at backs.
"The
American-licensed team ended the season with a
string of success and will look to carry
momentum into next season with the arrival of
new stars, young and old."
(velonews.com) Jim Cotton
October
14, 2019
Tour of Guangxi 2019 preview.
"It's
the third edition of the six-day Chinese race,
which has been in the WorldTour since its
inception, though it still feels like
something of an afterthought on the calendar
after the far more prestigious UCI Road World
Championships and Il Lombardia." (cyclingnews.com)
(Bettini Photo)
October
14, 2019
Follow Hollow wraps your feet in
hollow-fiber baby alpaca wool cycling socks.
"The
proprietary yarn of the socks imported from
Peru is composed of 80% baby alpaca wool, 15%
nylon, and 15% spandex. At a microscopic
level, alpaca fibers are completely hollow." (bikerumor.com)
Jessie-May Morgan
October
14, 2019
VAAST introduces “Super Magnesium”
tubing on new gravel, mountain & commuter
bikes.
"Upstart
VAAST is bringing high end magnesium tubing to
cycling with their new bikes. It’s an 8081
magnesium alloy called Allite Super Magnesium,
comprised of aluminum, rare earth metals, and
91% magnesium."
(bikerumor.com) (Tyler Benedict)
October
14, 2019
Column
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BinckBank Tour's WorldTour status
at risk as UCI takes action over 'safety
failings'.
"Numerous
riders complained about safety during the
event, with concerns ranging from the width of
the roads to the barriers used in the closing
kilometers of some stages."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)
October
14, 2019
Plaza, 39, retires after Il
Lombardia.
"Spain’s
former double national champion, Rubén Plaza,
a stage winner at the Vuelta a España and Tour
de France, has opted to retire after a career
spanning nearly 20 years and with 26 victories
to his name."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)
October
14, 2019
Uttrup Ludwig joins FDJ Nouvelle
Acquitaine Futuroscope for 2020.
"FDJ
Nouvelle Acquitaine Futuroscope have announced
the signing of Cecilie Uttrup Ludwig for the
2020 season, with the Dane joining after
spending three years at Bigla Pro Cycling." (cyclingnews.com)
(Getty Images Sport)
October
14, 2019
Giant Contend AR 1 2020 review:
Fresh and affordable all-road.
"If
the lines between road and gravel bikes were
already blurry, then the way things are
trending is likely to confuse you even
further."
(cyclingtips.com) Photography by Dave Rome
& Tim Bardsley Smith
October
14, 2019
Best road bike helmets 2019 - 25
top-rated helmets.
"For
most, fit, ventilation and comfort matter over
all else. All of the helmets listed here are
tested to stringent safety standards, and
ensuring that a helmet fits well will also
ensure it can do its job keeping you safe in
the event of a crash."
(bikeradar.com) Immediate Media
October
14, 2019
Basso Palta: First Ride Review.
"The Basso Palta is no ordinary gravel bike. It looks and feels more like something from the cyclocross scene such are its racy aesthetics and compact, almost road bike-like geometry. This, however, has done very little to affect the Palta's ride quality and composure." (cyclingnews.com) (Image: © Basso Bikes / Javi Echevarria Ruiz) October
14, 2019
Yamaha Urbanrush.
"At
the heart of UrbanRush is Yamaha’s PWSeries SE
center mount drive unit. Integrated to the
bottom bracket, the drive unit provides a low
center of gravity for exceptional handling.
$3299."
(electricbikeaction.com) Information provided
by Yamaha
October
14, 2019
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October
13, 2019
Wallays wins Paris Tours.
"Belgian
Jelle Wallays (Lotto Soudal) takes one-day
race with long solo move. Niki Terpstra (Total
Direct Energie) takes second ahead of a tired
Oliver Naesen (AG2R La Mondiale)." (cyclingnews.com)
(Getty Images Sport)
October
13, 2019
The Moment Lombardia Was Won.
"In
the late autumnal sunshine on the Civiglio
climb Bauke Mollema’s attacked and quickly got
a gap as the pre-race picks hesitate, each
privately hoping someone else would close him
down."
(inrng.com) (RCS Sport)
October
13, 2019
No excuses for tired Vincenzo
Nibali at Il Lombardia.
"Vincenzo
Nibali’s bid for a third victory at Il
Lombardia ended when he was distanced on the
lower slopes of the Civiglio, though at the
end of a long season, the Italian had lined
out in the Race of the Falling Leaves in hope
rather than in expectation."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)
October
13, 2019
The best power meter pedals.
"Power meter pedals joined with dedicated training can give cycling enthusiasts one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to get faster. Or, they can help you choose and enjoy your Zwift group and individual rides better no matter how fast you are." (intheknowcycling.com) October
13, 2019
Shimano RS770 Wheelset review.
"They’re
recommended for tires from 25mm to 38mm, and
are supplied with tubeless rim tape and valves
fitted. Including these and the 12mm hub-end
caps, my pair weighed in at 757g and 938g,
totaling 1,695g."
(bikeradar.com) Robin Wilmott
October
13, 2019
Paris Tours 2019 Live Dashboard.
"2019 Paris Tours LIVE October 13, France. Start time: Sunday Oct 13 11:25 CET (2:25 AM PDT). Earliest live video: 15:25 CET (6:25 AM PDT). Approximate finish: 16:54 CET (7:54 AM PDT)." (steephill.tv) October
13, 2019
Column
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Ceylin del Carmen Alvarado wins
Superprestige Gieten.
"Ceylin
del Carmen Alvarado has won the Superprestige
Gieten. Sanne Cant and Yara Kastelijn became
second and third."
(wielerrevue.nl) (Photo: Cor Vos)
October
13, 2019
Iserbyt wins in Gieten.
"Eli
Iserbyt has once again shown top form. In the
Superprestige van Gieten he won by driving
away from Quinten Hermans in the last lap." (wielerrevue.nl)
(Photo: Cor Vos)
October
13, 2019
Compton, Haidet take day one of
U.S. Open of Cyclocross.
"Katie
Compton (KFC Racing p/b Trek/Knight) and Lance
Haidet (Donnelly Aevolo) were victorious on
day one of the U.S. Open of Cyclocross." (velonews.com)
October
13, 2019
Fahringer takes Charm City opener.
"Rebecca
Fahringer wins, Carla Williams is second and
Caroline Nolan third."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
October
13, 2019
Alejandro Valverde says there’s
‘room for surprise left’ as he continues racing
into his forties.
"The
Movistar rider will turn 40 in April next year
and recently renewed his contract with the
team to take his career through to at least
2021."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty
Images)
October
13, 2019
Magic Spanner - The World
of Cycling According to Carlton Kirby.
"Described
as "Eurosport's legendary Tour de France
commentator," Carlton Kirby has nearly three
decades' experience in calling pro bike races
and his new book, written with Robbie
Broughton, not only provides often-hilarious
insight into what it is like to be a
broadcaster under extreme pressure, but also
some worthwhile comments about the nature of
pro racing."
(pezcyclingnews.com) Leslie Reissner
October
13, 2019
2019 Telenet Superprestige
Cyclocross Gieten, Netherlands LIVE stream.
"The
2019 Telenet Superprestige Cyclocross at
Gieten, Netherlands is Sunday, October 13.
There will be live streams for both the elite
women's and men's races.
Women at 13:40 CET, 7:40am U.S. Eastern (Superprestige Ladies Trophy). Elite Men at 15:00 CET, 9:00am U.S. Eastern." (cyclingfans.com) October
13, 2019
Column
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Boulder Valley Velodrome likely to
cease operations.
"The velodrome facility consists of a fully operational velodrome, ample parking, exterior lighting for evening events, a 5,050 square-foot bicycle storage unit, infield restrooms and changing rooms for cyclists. It is bordered on two sides by 10 acres of open space. The velodrome is zoned and permitted for a future clubhouse and spectator stands." (bicycleretailer.com) (bouldervalleyvelodrome.com) October
13, 2019
October
13, 2019
Viviani closes out Deceuninck
Quick Step run with second in Tacx Pro Classic.
"The
Italian sprinter just missed bringing home one
more win for the Belgian team in his final
race, finishing second to Dylan Groenewegen
(Jumbo Visma)."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
October
13, 2019
Moniek Tenniglo adds another year
to her stay at Mitchelton Scott.
"The
rider had a late debut with the team due to a
fractured elbow she endured during the
off-season that kept her out of competition
until March. Despite this lateness, Tenniglo
soon showed to be a vital part of the team in
one-day races as well as in stage
competitions."
(cyclingpub.com) Mitchelton Scott
October
13, 2019
Hammer Stavanger adds women's
event in 2020.
"Hammer
Stavanger announced Friday that it will
include a first-ever women's category as part
of its three-race event held on May 22-24 in
2020 in Norway. The women will compete on the
same courses as the men's teams for the Hammer
Climb, Hammer Sprint and the Hammer Chase." (cyclingnews.com)
(Getty Images)
October
13, 2019
Groenewegen poised to win
unofficial ‘King of Sprints’ title.
"The
26-year-old Dutch star out-kicked Elia Viviani
(Deceuninck Quick Step) in Saturday’s Tacx Pro
Classic/Ronde van Zeeland (1.1) to cap another
successful season for the sprinter." (velonews.com)
Photo: Stephen Pond/Getty Images
October
13, 2019
Tour of Guangxi.
"The
last round of the UCI Women’s World Tour is
upon us and riders are heading to China for
the final road race of 2019. Annemiek van
Vleuten (Mitchelton Scott) has held the jersey
for an astonishing 13 rounds and currently
tops the leader’s ranking."
(voxwomen.com)
October
13, 2019
Merlin Malt-G1X Apex 1 Gravel
Bike.
"A
fun and stable bike on the gravel backed up
with a decent frame and a quality spec list
for the money."
(road.cc) (Stu Kerton)
October
13, 2019
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