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December
3, 2017
2017 UCI Track Cycling World Cup LIVE
- Milton, Canada.
"Round
3 of the 2017-2018 UCI Track Cycling World Cup at
Milton, Canada is being held December 1 - 3.
There will be live streams on the final day, Sunday, December 3. Sunday, December 3 - Afternoon Session (5) at 22:00 CET, 4:00pm ET (3:00pm). Women
- Team Sprint Final
Men - Team Pursuit Final Women - Madison 20 km Final Men - Sprint Final Men - Omnium Final Women - Keirin Final." (cyclingfans.com) December
3, 2017
Mark Cavendish wins inaugural edition
of the Abu Dhabi to Al Ain Classic.
"The
event saw 120 professional and amateur riders join
race ambassador, Cavendish, on the 190km course
that started at ADNOC HQ in Abu Dhabi. The race
finished at Al Jahili Park in the garden city of
Al Ain."(thebikecomesfirst.com)
Photo: Scott Mitchell
December
3, 2017
van der Poel wins Zilvermeercross...
David van der Poel solos to victory. "David
van der Poel (Beobank Corendon) captured the
victory on Sunday in Mol, Belgium at the
Zilvermeercross. He escaped out of a large lead
group midway through the race and held on to take
the victory, as Corne van Kessel (Telenet) came on
strong in the final lap."
(velonews.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele)
December
3, 2017
Lucinda Brand wins Zilvermeercross.
"Sunweb
rider victorious in Mol.
Katherine Compton finishes fourth." (cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele) December
3, 2017
Keep Challenging: The story behind
Team Sunweb’s dream 2017 season.
"As
Team Sunweb’s women raced into Bergen and the
finish of the team time trial at the World
Championships in September, their male
counterparts watched tensely. As the seconds
ticked by and victory looked likely, conversation
stalled. By the time the women celebrated their
unexpected success on the podium, the men knew
they had a lot to live up to."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Photo: Yuzuru Sunada)
December
3, 2017
Davide Rebellin, 46, signs for
Natura4Ever Sovac team.
"After
four seasons with CCC Sprandi Polkowice, the
Italian moved down to Continental level this year,
racing with the Kuwait Cartucho.es team. He
continued to win races, raising his arms on three
occasions, the latest being on the penultimate
stage of the Tour of Iran last month." (cyclingnews.com)
(Photo: Tim De Waele)
December
3, 2017
Magnus Cort Nielsen breaks collarbone
in training accident.
"The
Dane, who has signed with the Kazakh team for the
next two seasons, had a crash during an off-season
ride and suffered a broken collarbone.
"Unfortunately, Astana 2018 newcomer Magnus Cort
Nielsen crashed during a training and broke his
collarbone. We wish him a very fast recovery. Get
well soon, Magnus, we are waiting for you!," read
the Twitter message of Astana."
(cyclingpub.com)
December
3, 2017
Eddie Dunbar on the months of trauma
caused by his concussion.
"He
said he suffered an experience akin to a panic
attack. Dunbar also said his eyes were rolling in
his head; two months after sustaining his
concussion. He had been having problems at that
point for three months; since a June 9th crash in
the Baby Giro."
(stickybottle.com)
December
3, 2017
Milton Track World Cup: Vogel
continues sprint dominance on day two.
"In
the women's events, Canada took a very popular win
in the Team Pursuit, catching the New Zealand team
in the gold medal race, with France beating Japan
for bronze.
The men's medal competition began with the Team Sprint, won by reigning world champions New Zealand in a close final against Great Britain, with the Czech Republic beating France for bronze." (cyclingnews.com) (Robert Jones) December
3, 2017
Roads to Ride: The Emosson Dam.
"Switzerland’s
Emosson dam has featured sparingly in pro races,
more because of its location that its severity but
all the more reason to explore this corner of the
Alps. Switzerland has a vast repertoire of
stunning climbs, fine scenery and billiard table
tarmac so it’s about time to include one and
hopefully more of the classics in the future." (inrng.com) (ASO)
December
3, 2017
Coquard smiling again as he joins
Vital Concept for first training camp.
"There
can’t be many professional cyclists looking
forward to saying goodbye to 2017 more than Bryan
Coquard. The Frenchman endured a bitter split from
the Direct Energie team, in which he was prevented
from riding the Tour de France, but this week he
was able to start looking ahead to 2018 as he
linked up with his new Vital Concept team for the
first time - an experience he likened to ‘the
first day back at school’."
(cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)
December
3, 2017
2017 Cyclocross Zilvermeercross at
Mol, Belgium LIVE - CX LIVE stream.
"The
2017 Cyclocross Zilvermeercross at Mol, Belgium is
Sunday, December 3.
There will be live streams for the elite men's race only. Elite and U23 Men at 15:00 CET, 9:00am ET." (cyclingfans.com) December
3, 2017
December
2, 2017
GP Hasselt: van Kessel overcomes crash
at start to take win.
"Corne
van Kessel (Telenet Fidea) overcame a first lap
crash to win the Soudal Classics GP Hasselt on
Saturday over his teammate Toon Aerts in Hasselt,
Belgium. The Dutchman crashed as the field turned
off the paved finishing straight and onto the
grass. It appeared he would be fighting for a
minor placing, as the course was incredibly fast." (velonews.com)
(Photo: Tim De Waele)
December
2, 2017
Sels tops van Loy in GP Hasselt.
"In the Elite Women’s
race, Loes Sels of Crelan Charles took the win
ahead of Ellen van Loy (Telenet Fidea Lions) and
Ceylin Del Carmen Alvarado (Kleur Op Maat – BNS).
In the men’s race, the Telenet Fidea duo of Corne van Kessel and Toon Aerts dropped David van der Poel (Beobank Corendon) to finish one-two." (cyclingnews.com) (cxmagazine.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele) December
2, 2017
Grand Tour great Felice Gimondi backs
Chris Froome to achieve Giro-Tour double.
"Italian
Gimondi won the Tour in 1965, Giro in 1967, 1969
and 1976, and the Vuelta in 1968, joining an elite
club of riders who have achieved the ‘triple
crown’. The 75 year old says that Froome is
perfectly placed to join this club when he
attempts the Giro in 2018 and establish himself as
“one of the greatest riders ever."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Photo: Yuzuru Sunada)
December
2, 2017
Froome's path to the Giro d'Italia set
to include Tirreno Adriatico and Tour of the Alps.
"Chris
Froome is shaking things up in 2018 with an
audacious attempt at the Giro d'Italia - Tour de
France double, and that also means a shake-up to
his race calendar. The four-time Tour de France
champion is set to ride Tirreno Adriatico and the
Tour of the Alps in the build-up to the Giro,
gaining experience on Italian roads." (cyclingnews.com)
(Photo: Tim De Waele)
December
2, 2017
Archibald, Larsen net first gold in
Milton Track World Cup.
"The
first Track World Cup to take place in Canada in
nearly 20 years opened on Friday in Milton,
Ontario, just west of Toronto. Great Britain and
Denmark won the only medal events of the first day
- the Points Races for women and men
respectively."
(cyclingnews.com) (Robert Jones)
December
2, 2017
Elevate KHS adds Law, Cheyne and
Simpson.
"US
Continental team Elevate KHS continues to build
its 2018 roster, adding Australian Scott Law from
Cylance, Jordan Cheyne from Jelly Belly Maxxis and
US amateur time trial champion George Simpson from
Gateway Harley Davidson."
(cyclingnews.com) (Danny Munson)
December
2, 2017
Nacer Bouhanni: After the Yorkshire
crash, I couldn't see at 100 percent.
"The
Frenchman fell at 25 kilometers from the finish
line during the last stage of the British race,
suffering a concussion that left him with vision
problems that are now finally cured." (cyclingpub.com)
December
2, 2017
11 things we've learned this week.
"It's
been another busy week on two wheels - so without
further ado, here are 11 things we've learned this
week."
(road.cc)
December
2, 2017
Nathan Earle: Next year is going to be
the biggest yet.
"Nathan
Earle says that 2018 will be the biggest season of
his professional career so far as he looks to get
it back on track. After dropping down to
Continental level, Earle will return to Pro
Continental racing next year, with Israel Cycling
Academy representing the way back."
(cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele)
December
2, 2017
StemCAPtain Clock.
"The
StemCAPtain Clock is designed to replace the
humble stem cap and give you an easy means to keep
track of the time while riding. I'll admit, this
concept smacked of gimmick, since phones and most
bar-mounted computers have a clock function.
However, I've been pleasantly surprised by its
rugged convenience, and the option of other
inserts may widen its appeal."
(road.cc)
December
2, 2017
Top 10 gifts for cyclists this
Christmas.
"From
apparel and components to artwork and literature,
every imaginable cycling product is now available
and attainable at an array of price points." (cyclingnews.com)
(Colin Levitch / Immediate Media)
December
2, 2017
17 of the best 2018 gravel &
adventure bikes.
"Gravel/adventure
bikes have gone very quickly from the latest craze
to a significant part of most bike companies'
ranges. These bikes are tailored for long-distance
comfort, with disc brakes, big tire clearance and
geometry honed to excel both on the road and off,
whether it's a gravel, forest or dirt track." (road.cc)
December
2, 2017
These new Aqua Blue Sport cycling
shoes are absolutely deadly.
"If
you own your own cycling team, you may as well
take advantage of the perks that come with it. And
we’re glad to see Aqua Blue Sport owner Rick
Delaney doing just that."
(stickybottle.com)
December
2, 2017
December
1, 2017
10 GC riders to target the Giro
d'Italia in 2018.
"While
the 2018 Giro d’Italia route has been unveiled to
the public the number of Grand Tour contenders set
to take part remains unclear. Chris Froome (Team
Sky) and Fabio Aru (UAE Team Emirates) are two of
the exceptions, having already declared their
participation, while the likes of Vincenzo Nibali
(Bahrain Merida) and the defending champion, Tom
Dumoulin (Team Sunweb) remain coy."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
December
1, 2017
Froome's Giro-Tour Double: What now
for Geraint Thomas?
"Chris
Froome's decision to ride the 2018 Giro d'Italia
after carefully considering the (reported) two
million compelling reasons to do so will
undoubtedly have an impact on the racing schedules
of his Grand Tour rivals next season, but perhaps
the greatest effect of all will be on a Team Sky
teammate who, at 31 years of age, is running out
of time to launch his career as a Grand Tour
contender in earnest. Where does it leave Geraint
Thomas?"
(cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele)
December
1, 2017
No Giro d’Italia start fee for Froome:
That would ‘create problems with other riders’.
"The
Giro d’Italia organizer says that it will not pay
Chris Froome (Sky) a start fee to race in 2018,
despite insiders indicating otherwise. “There was
never a relationship based on economics. It was
about motivation."
(cyclingweekly.com)
December
1, 2017
Tom Dumoulin reveals he’s undergoing
tests to prevent repeat of infamous Giro d’Italia
toilet stop.
"Speaking
to Dutch broadcaster NPO2, Dumoulin said
that he had been working with doctors to try and
work out why he suffered such stomach trouble in
Italy, but that they still had not found a reason
for his problems."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Photo: Yuzuru Sunada)
December
1, 2017
Vegni plays down 'misunderstanding'
over Giro d'Italia Jerusalem stage name.
"Giro
d'Italia director Mauro Vegni has stated that the
dispute between RCS Sport and the Israeli
government over references to West Jerusalem on
the Grand Tour's official maps and route
information was a misunderstanding." (cyclingnews.com)
(Photo: Tim De Waele)
December
1, 2017
Vuelta a Espana to visit Lagos de
Covadonga in 2018.
"Lagos
de Covadonga will again host a mountain finish in
the second week of next year’s Vuelta a Espana
according to reports in the local Asturian press.
La Nueva España suggests that the Spanish
Grand Tour will visit the picturesque spot in the
Picos de Europa for the final stage of the second
week on September 9."
(cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele)
December
1, 2017
Boels Dolmans extend sponsorship of
women's team to 2020.
"The
Boels Dolmans team has secured deals with both of
its title sponsors until the end of 2020. The
Dolmans landscaping company has sponsored the team
since its inception in 2010 with Boels Rentals
coming on board for the 2012 season." (cyclingnews.com)
(Photo: Tim De Waele)
December
1, 2017
Passing the Fire: Contador, Basso come
together at Polartec development team.
"Run
by a team of family and friends, including
Francisco and Basso, the goal of the foundation is
twofold: one is to promote cycling through
educational programs, the three Polartec race
teams (Junior, U23, and Continental), and working
with other bike-related non-profits; the other is
to support stroke research and awareness." (cyclingtips.com)
Photography by Nick Czerula, Rafa Gomez, Jacinto
Vidarte
December
1, 2017
Gaviria and Alaphilippe confirmed to
lead Quick Step Floors at Colombia Oro y Paz.
"Belgian
squad Quick Step Floors has been confirmed as a
starter for February's 2.1 Colombia Oro y Paz.
Sprinter Fernando Gaviria and Frenchman Julian
Alaphilippe will headline the squad at the 6-11
February race."
(cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)
December
1, 2017
Book Review: Descent by
Thomas Dekker.
"When
Paul Kimmage's Rough Ride was first
published he was accused of “spitting in the
soup”, of dirtying the very milieu he’d worked
hard to join and profit from.
Here Thomas Dekker does the same only by now the broth is unpalatable to begin with and if this is a new story it repeats familiar scenes whether bloodbags hanging from hotel room picture hooks or team managers asking as few questions as possible about the training methods of their riders." (inrng.com) December
1, 2017
Triathlon distances, training and
equipment explained.
"The
long running joke cemented by the Velominati rule
Rule 42 (a bike race shall never be preceded with
a swim and/or followed by a run) might put some
cyclists off the idea of the three pronged sport.
But there is a tremendous cross over between
triathlon and cycling and many of the best riders
have either come from triathlon or chosen to turn
their hand to it after leaving a career on the
bike."
(cyclingweekly.com)
December
1, 2017
Why You Get a Headache When You Work
Out.
"You’re
halfway through your workout when your head starts
pounding. It’s the dreaded exercise headache - and
it can seriously derail your workout or ride. If
you’re dealing with head throbbers when you want
to be focusing on making gains, there are a few
things you need to know."
(bicycling.com) Image courtesy of altrendo
images/Getty Images
December
1, 2017
12 of the best exotic Italian road
bikes.
"Coppi,
Bianchi, Campagnolo, pasta, coffee... yes, Italy
is the spiritual home of cycling.
There’s a high appreciation for Italian bicycles among passionate cyclists, and for some people, nothing says cycling more than an Italian bike equipped with Italian components." (road.cc) December
1, 2017
The Week in Tech: Bikepacking beast,
rim reflectors, Kask for women.
"Here's
the Week in Tech - all the gear news, tips, and
announcements you need and none of the marketing
gibberish you don't."
(velonews.com)
December
1, 2017
Kinetic Rock and Roll Smart Control
review.
"This
big green machine is a unique smart trainer. It
clamps solidly to your rear axle and tire, but
allows your entire bike to pivot side to side and
even move a bit vertically as resistance is
controlled by third-party apps such as Zwift or
The Sufferfest."
(cyclingnews.com) (Mick Kirkman)
December
1, 2017
The Cannondale Women’s SuperX Force 1.
"Being
a small person in cyclocross can be hard. Many
brands only offer bikes down to a 49, leaving many
of us with short legs on bikes with a higher
standover than we'd like. After all, no one wants
to worry about smashing their crotch on the top
tube when they fumble a remount."
(bicycling.com)
December
1, 2017
Giant NeosTrack GPS Computer review.
"In
the crowded and competitive GPS computer market,
Giant decided to go toe-to-toe with Garmin and
Wahoo with the NeosTrack, a full featured, long
lasting and budget friendly head unit made in
collaboration with Bryton."
(cyclingnews.com) (Colin Levitch / Immediate
Media)
December
1, 2017
RooDol Compact Rollers.
"The
RooDol Compact Rollers make excellent sense for
transporting to an event for a pre-race warm-up,
or for those of you whose space is limited at home
for indoor training.
With easy setup, use and quick disassembly, the RooDols are the perfect companion for the rider who needs to train anywhere." (road.cc) December
1, 2017
Elite Arion Digital Smart B+ Rollers
review.
"With
the Arion Digital Smart B+, Elite combines the
interactivity of a smart trainer with the freedom
of movement of rollers. You can use them by
themselves with the Elite app, but really the
charm is to use them with Zwift or another
third-party interactive software that controls the
resistance."
(cyclingnews.com) (Allen Krughoff / Immediate
Media)
December
1, 2017
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