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December 12, 2017




Ochowicz can't guarantee BMC will continue after 2018.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingnews.com) (Cauldphoto): Richie Porte shows off the BMC Racing kit for 2018 (Cauldphoto)Thumb Overlay."BMC Racing Team General Manager Jim Ochowicz was unable to confirm on Tuesday that the US-registered WorldTour team will continue past the 2018 season after Swiss media reported that team benefactor Andy Rihs will end his support following next year." (cyclingnews.com) (Cauldphoto)

December 12, 2017




'Highway to Holl' the jewel in the crown of 2018 Road World Championships.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingnews.com) (Franz Oss / Elisa Haumesser): Didi the Devil on the Highway to Höll (Franz Oss / Elisa Haumesser)Thumb Overlay."The 'Highway to Höll' comes eight kilometers from the finish of the long lap around Innsbruck with a technical descent through Hungerburg and Hotting before the finish line. The climb is likely to attract large numbers of spectators, with the section of road that reaches 25 per cent likely to be the most popular destination." (cyclingnews.com) (Franz Oss / Elisa Haumesser)

December 12, 2017




By helping Porte, van Garderen hopes to help himself.

Thumbnail Credit (velonews.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele): Tejay van Garderen (in orange) led the way at BMC Racing's winter training camp in Spain. Photos: Tim De Waele | TDWsport.comThumb Overlay."Once hailed as America’s most promising Tour de France rider in a generation, van Garderen will be back in France next summer after skipping the 2017 edition. He’ll play a dramatically different role." (velonews.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele)

December 12, 2017




Rohan Dennis inspired by Bradley Wiggins and Tom Dumoulin for Grand Tour success.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo: Yuzuru Sunada): Rohan Dennis. Credit: Yuzuru Sunada Thumb Overlay."Rohan Dennis (BMC Racing) looks at Bradley Wiggins and Tom Dumoulin for inspiration for his 2018 season. Both are time trialists who have won Grand Tours, an achievement that the 27 year old Australian hopes to emulate." (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo: Yuzuru Sunada)

December 12, 2017




Kittel's Tour leadership 'undecided'.

Thumbnail Credit (sbs.com.au): Kittel has moved to the Swiss-registered outfit primarily to be its No.1 fast manThumb Overlay."Champion sprinter Marcel Kittel is uncertain if he’ll have majority support at the 2018 Tour de France with new Katusha Alpecin teammate Ilnur Zakarin set to target the podium." (sbs.com.au)

December 12, 2017




Unvarnished Tales: Just Keep Riding Along.

Thumbnail Credit (pelotonmagazine.com): This year was the best and hardest of my life.Thumb Overlay."We met a year ago, when I first started penning this column while riding the trainer in my parents’ garage in Virginia. Now it’s a year later and here I am in California with a vastly different life, typing this column while riding a trainer in a garage. The more things change, the more they stay the same." (pelotonmagazine.com)

December 12, 2017




Wiles returns to full-time European racing with Trek Drops.

Thumbnail Credit (Trek Drops): Trek-Drops picks up a new rider for 2018, American Tayler Wiles. Photo courtesy Trek-Drops.Thumb Overlay."During that summer ride, Wiles took a call from Bob Varney, one of the co-owners of British squad Team Drops. At first, Wiles wasn’t sure if this two year old team would be the right fit - she had other team options for 2018. However, Varney made a convincing pitch, and Wiles agreed. Now, with bicycle manufacturer Trek aboard as a co-title sponsor, Wiles has become one of the new stars of the Trek Drops squad for this coming season." (Trek Drops)

December 12, 2017




Bronzini leads Cylance Pro Cycling for 2018 Women's Tour Down Under.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo): Giorgia Bronzini (Italy) (Bettini Photo)Thumb Overlay."It's been two years without coming over in January for the Australian races, and I really look forward to being in the peloton," said Bronzini, who won stage 3 in the 2015 edition. "It will be really hard to repeat the result from 2015, but I hope to be able to perform well for my new team and the fans." (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)

December 12, 2017





Who’s racing which grand tours in 2018.

Thumbnail Credit (velonews.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele): Vincenzo Nibali, Chris Froome, and Nairo Quintana will once again be favorites to win grand tours in 2018. Photos: Tim De Waele | TDWsport.comThumb Overlay."With 2018 around the corner, only a few uncertainties remain for next season’s grand tours and their star competitors. Sky’s Chris Froome decided his program will include both the Giro d’Italia and the Tour de France. The rest are following as the winter days and team camps pass." (velonews.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele)

December 12, 2017




UCI confirms the list of 2018 WorldTour teams.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo: Yuzuru Sunada): Peloton during the 2017 Tour of Flanders. Credit: Yuzuru Sunada Thumb Overlay."There are no major changes to the list of 18 teams from 2017, with only alterations in team names to reflect a few new title sponsors." (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo: Yuzuru Sunada)

December 12, 2017




Pikes Peak takes Haute Route Rockies to new heights in 2018.

Thumbnail Credit (roadcyclinguk.com) (Pic: nigelmenzies, via Flickr Creative Commons): Pikes Peak will take the Haute Route Rockies to 14,000ft (Pic: nigelmenzies, via Flickr Creative Commons)Thumb Overlay."Haute Route’s first ever event outside of Europe rolled out for the first time in 2017, and next year’s route will take riders more than 14,000ft (4,302m) up to the summit of America’s Mountain. Boasting one of only two paved roads above the 14,000ft mark in the entire United States, unsurprisingly it also marks the highest point ever tackled by the Haute Route Series." (roadcyclinguk.com) (Pic: nigelmenzies, via Flickr Creative Commons)

December 12, 2017




Greg van Avermaet: Winning the WorldTour ranking means a lot.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingpub.com) Mary Cárdenas: Photo of Greg Van Avermaet © Mary Cárdenas / CyclingPub.comThumb Overlay."This classification starts in January and you end up first in October, beating guys like [Chris] Froome, [Peter] Sagan and [Tom] Dumoulin on a calendar of high level races. I think that's really important and I'm really, really proud that I could do it because it's probably a one-time thing that I could finally make it." (cyclingpub.com) Mary Cárdenas

December 12, 2017





Ramūnas Navardauskas returns to full training after cardiac arrhythmia operation.

Thumbnail Credit(thebikecomesfirst.com) Photo: www.portraitoffanathlete.com: Ramūnas Navardauskas is back in full training with the rest of the BAHRAIN MERIDA Team after recovering from an operation to treat his cardiac arrhythmia.Thumb Overlay."After the ablation treatment done in Munich last September, Ramūnas Navardauskas obtained the physical fitness for complete training and racing in Turin on 2nd December. During the cardiology tests in Turin, no arrhythmia or heart problem occurred, so there will be no special therapy. He is 100 % capable of training with his teammates." (thebikecomesfirst.com) Photo: www.portraitoffanathlete.com

December 12, 2017




Modolo reveals farce of hit-and-run collision in Italy.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo): Sacha Modolo (UAE Team Emirates) (Bettini Photo)Thumb Overlay."Italian sprinter Sacha Modolo has revealed details of a hit-and-run incident he suffered while out training and how he farcically struggled to get police assistance to report the driver." (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)

December 12, 2017




Alberto Contador: I have no regrets.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele): Alberto Contador gives his pistolero salute (Tim de Waele/TDWSport.com)Thumb Overlay."In this 15-year professional career, I gave 100 percent to the bike," he said. "I think if you have a professional license, it's not necessarily that you are a professional. If you are professional you need to give 100 percent. It doesn't matter if you have a three year contract or a one year contract, or if you are in a small race or a big race. In all of the races I was in, I gave 100 percent, and I'm happy because of this." (cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele)

December 12, 2017




Every Race Bike Should Feel Like the BMC Teammachine SLR01.

Thumbnail Credit (bicycling.com) Mitch Mandel: Explosive and efficient, the BMC Teammachine SLR01 rides best when pushed hard. Mitch Mandel"This new Teammachine SLR01? It’s got the danger. It is stiff. And quick. And sharp. And it feels so, so efficient. Better, it’s without specialty: It’s not a climbing bike, or a sprinter’s bike, or a crit bike - it’s simply an explosive and damn fast bike." (bicycling.com) Mitch Mandel

December 12, 2017




Interview: American Ex-Pat Megan Chinburg Lives La Dolce Vita at 2017 SSCXWCITA.

Thumbnail Credit (cxmagazine.com)  F. Bartoli Avveduti: The venue for Singlespeed Worlds had a very “Old World” feel. 2017 SSCXWCITA, Verona, Italy. © F. Bartoli Avveduti / Cyclocross MagazineThumb Overlay."After a blowout 2016 Singlespeed World Championships in Portland that brought out notable riders such as Stan Nice, err, Sven Nys, the 2017 SSCXWCITA flew a bit more under the radar. After closing shop in Portland, the party and mayhew packed up and headed to Verona, Italy for the race slash party on December 2 and 3." (cxmagazine.com) F. Bartoli Avveduti

December 12, 2017




David Gaudu: France’s New Climber.

Thumbnail Credit (pelotonmagazine.com) James Startt: Words/images: James Startt, European Associate to PelotonThumb Overlay."French neo-pro David Gaudu may be slight in stature, but he is already playing hardball with some of the biggest names in cycling. The 2016 winner of the prestigious Tour de l’Avenir, the world’s top under-23 stage race, Gaudu, 21, made a seamless transition into the pro ranks this year, scoring impressive results in several WorldTour races." (pelotonmagazine.com) James Startt

December 12, 2017




The most ludicrous cycling myths revealed.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingweekly.com): Cycling Weekly readers nominate the most ludicrous cycling myth they have ever heardThumb Overlay."We recently asked readers to name the most ludicrous myths relating to cycling that they have heard and we present a selection of answers here in association with B'Twin." (cyclingweekly.com)

December 12, 2017




Strong field to contest Australian omnium titles.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo): Leigh Howard (Aqua Blue Sport) (Bettini Photo)Thumb Overlay."A strong of former and current world champions across the track will contest the Australian omnium titles Friday at Melbourne's DISC Velodrome. In the men's field, former omnium world champion Leigh Howard is hunting a maiden national title and will up against the likes of Cameron Meyer and defending champion Alex Porter." (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)

December 12, 2017




‘It was good to see the Tour on TV from a different perspective… Froome looked vulnerable at times’.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo: Yuzuru Sunada): Chris Froome during stage 15 of the 2017 Tour de France Credit: Yuzuru Sunada Thumb Overlay."Watching the Tour de France on TV gave Richie Porte an insight into the race and his main rival Chris Froome that should help him in his bid for Tour victory next year, the Australian said this week." (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo: Yuzuru Sunada)

December 12, 2017




Giro's Prolight Techlace Is a Super Light, Stiff Shoe We Love.

Thumbnail Credit (bicycling.com) (Giro): The Prolight Techlace is light as a feather and stiff as a board. Photograph courtesy of Giro"I’m going to tell you that a Giro Prolight Techlace weighs just 150 grams (size 41, my scale), but trust me, you won’t fully grasp how light that is until you hold one in your hand or put it on your foot. And while its weight is very impressive, what’s more notable is that the cycling shoe feels feathery yet still has a very stiff outsole and a supportive upper." (bicycling.com) (Giro)

December 12, 2017





Bergen World Championships organizers still working to minimize financial losses.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo: Yuzuru Sunada): 2017 UCI Road World Championships in Bergen, Norway Credit: Yuzuru Sunada Thumb Overlay."The organizers of the 2017 UCI Road Cycling World Championships in Bergen, Norway, are continuing to work to minimize the financial losses incurred by hosting the event, despite its success in terms of TV viewers and positive comments on the venue." (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo: Yuzuru Sunada)

December 12, 2017




Fizik Arione R1 Versus Evo saddle.

Thumbnail Credit (road.cc): Fizik Arione R1 VS Evo saddleThumb Overlay."The new Fizik Arione R1 Versus Evo is a lightweight saddle that provides comfort and a pressure relief channel down the center while still feeling stable enough to allow you to transfer power efficiently to the pedals." (road.cc)

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December 10, 2017





BMC aims to hit repeat button in 2018, with a twist.

Thumbnail Credit (velonews.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele): BMC Racing's big 2018 goals rest on the shoulders of Richie Porte (right) and Greg Van Avermaet. Photo: Tim De Waele | TDWsport.comThumb Overlay."The U.S. registered team would love to repeat a monument win as well as the individual WorldTour title (both by Greg Van Avermaet), along with the 48 UCI wins it enjoyed in 2017, but it would like to swap out its Tour de France result with what it did in 2011. Cadel Evans won the yellow jersey that year. BMC believes Richie Porte can do it in 2018." (velonews.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele)

December 11, 2017




Former Tour de France rider fights Californian wildfires.

Thumbnail Credit(thebikecomesfirst.com) Photo: Shelley Verses: A photo by former 7-Eleven soigneur Shelley Verses has been posted on Twitter showing Knickman in action.Thumb Overlay."The Thomas Fire is currently burning in Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties in Southern California and among those tackling the blaze is former Tour de France rider Roy Knickman."(thebikecomesfirst.com) Photo: Shelley Verses

December 11, 2017




American Holloway steals the show in UCI Track World Cup Omnium.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport): US cyclist Daniel Holloway celebrates the first place in the men's Omnium Points Race 4\4, during the Tissot UCI Track Cycling World Cup (Getty Images Sport)Thumb Overlay."The fourth round of the UCI Track World Cup finished in Santiago, Chile, on Sunday. Ukraine were the most successful contenders, bringing home seven medals [two gold, one silver, four bronze]. But it was Team USA's Daniel Holloway who stole the show with an overall victory in the men's Omnium." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

December 11, 2017





And Rally makes Three: Another U.S. team confirmed as Pro Continental.

Thumbnail Credit (velonews.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele): Evan Huffman and Rob Britton drove the break from the beginning of stage 4 at Tour of California, putting nine minutes on the slumbering peloton. Photo: Casey B. Gibson | www.cbgphoto.comThumb Overlay."On the heels of news that Axeon Hagens Berman and Holowesko Citadel will race as Pro Continental teams in 2018, a third U.S. team, Rally Cycling, confirmed Monday it will step up to cycling’s second tier in the coming season." (velonews.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele)

December 11, 2017





Geraint Thomas ready to consider leaving Team Sky for more Grand Tour opportunities.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo: Yuzuru Sunada): Geraint Thomas at the 2017 Giro d'Italia (Sunada) Thumb Overlay."Speaking to BBC Sport Wales, Welshman Thomas indicated he is unlikely to line-up with Chris Froome in the first leg of his Grand Tour double attempt at the Giro d’Italia, and hopes to ride the Tour de France and potentially lead the Sky squad in Spain at the Vuelta a España." (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo: Yuzuru Sunada)

December 11, 2017





Giro organizers consider ‘plan B’ due to Jerusalem turmoil.

Thumbnail Credit (velonews.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele): The Giro hopes to bring its pink party to Israel, but regional instability threatens the 2018 race plans. Photo: Tim De Waele | TDWsport.com (File).Thumb Overlay."Rocket strikes and growing international protests centered on Jerusalem have prompted Giro d’Italia organizers to consider a backup plan for 2018. Next year’s race is due to become the first grand tour to begin outside of Europe on May 4 in Israel’s ancient city." (velonews.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele)

December 11, 2017




Advertising in Cycling: The how and why of avoiding sexist ad blunders.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingtips.com):  it’s the perpetuation of unequal treatment in a male-dominated culture.Thumb Overlay."The way females are represented in cycling advertising is one of those issues we have seen crop up again and again. The furor surrounding the recent Pinarello e-bike advert and the way it was perceived to belittle the female cyclist was just the latest example in a long history of sexist advertising. Likely it won’t be the last either." (cyclingtips.com)

December 11, 2017




Dani Rowe announces that she hopes to ride for Wales in 2018 Commonwealth Games.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingweekly.com) Credit: Dani Rowe/Twitter : Dani Rowe in Wales national cycling kit Credit: Dani Rowe/Twitter Thumb Overlay."Former Olympic, world and European champion for the team pursuit on the track, Rowe (née King) made the announcement via Twitter on Monday morning in a brief statement and a photograph of herself in Wales national kit." (cyclingweekly.com) Credit: Dani Rowe/Twitter

December 11, 2017




Ferrand Prevot builds confidence in renewed cyclocross campaign.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingnews.com) (Canyon//SRAM): Pauline Ferrand-Prevot wins in Overisje (Canyon//SRAM)Thumb Overlay."Ferrand Prévot previously dominated the road and off-road scenes, winning world titles for the road (2014), cyclocross (2015) and mountain bike (2015). She took a step back from off-road disciplines after the Rio Olympics in 2016." (cyclingnews.com) (Canyon//SRAM)

December 11, 2017




Offseason Capsule: Astana.

Thumbnail Credit (podiumcafe.com) Corbis via Getty Images:  Buh-bye, Pistolero Corbis via Getty Images Thumb Overlay."2017 saw the death of Michele Scarponi which marred everything for this team. They did see some sporting hope in the emergence of Miguel Angel Lopez, but depth remains a problem. Periods with no results at all, and then some moments of brilliance. A fairly typical Astana season, in other words." (podiumcafe.com) Corbis via Getty Images

December 11, 2017




‘It’s not something that you forget in a hurry’: Richie Porte still aggrieved by Froome Dauphiné tactics.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingweekly.com) (ASO/A.Broadway) : Richie Porte at the 2017 Critérium du Dauphiné (ASO/A.Broadway) Thumb Overlay."The Tasmanian held over a minute in the lead going into the final stage of the week long stage race in June, but quickly found himself without team mates on the mountainous 115km route from Albertville to Plateau de Solaison. Froome refused to help Porte close down attacks and sat on while encouraging Porte’s rivals to attack." (cyclingweekly.com) (ASO/A.Broadway)

December 11, 2017





This BMC Racing line-up will be hard to beat at the Tour Down Under.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo: Graham Watson): BMC Racing will head to the 2018 Tour Down Under with three former winners (Watson) Thumb Overlay."Richie Porte will make his first WorldTour appearance since crashing out on stage nine of the Tour de France in July, and enters the race as defending champion after crushing the competition in the 2017 edition." (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo: Graham Watson)

December 11, 2017





Aqua Blue Sport await License Commission decision on Pro Continental status.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport): Stefan Denifl (Aqua Blue Sport) wins stage 17 at the Vuelta a Espana (Getty Images Sport)Thumb Overlay."The Irish squad enjoyed a successful debut campaign at Pro Continental level in 2017, landing a Vuelta a España stage win through Stefan Denifl, but their application to continue in the second flight next season has yet to be approved." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

December 11, 2017




Orica Scott teams becomes Mitchelton Scott in 2018.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingnews.com): Both sponsor names appear prominently on the front of the jersey (Mitchelton-Scott)Thumb Overlay."The Orica Scott men’s and women’s WorldTour teams will be known as Mitchelton Scott from 2018 as team owner Gerry Ryan’s wine business, Mitchelton steps in to fill the void left by Orica. The teams’ kits will also change to a black and yellow design." (cyclingnews.com)

December 11, 2017




Dowsett: Give me three months' notice and I can break the Hour Record.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele): Alex Dowsett with his new teammates (Tim de Waele/TDWSport.com)Thumb Overlay."Alex Dowsett has told Cyclingnews that he is determined to take the UCI Hour Record title back from Bradley Wiggins and that an attempt could be made with just three months' notice." (cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele)

December 11, 2017




The Belgian Learning Curve: May the Spirit be Unbroken.

Thumbnail Credit (pelotonmagazine.com) Photo by Annick Lamb: Why am I subjecting myself to this? Thumb Overlay."It’s a question that arises frequently as a neo-pro in Belgium. It’s a common query in races, where despite going deeper than I’ve ever gone in my entire life, Mathieu van der Poel still comes flying up behind me with one lap to go." (pelotonmagazine.com) Photo by Annick Lamb

December 11, 2017




The Sufferfest turbo training app: everything you need to know.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingweekly.com): Looking to break up the boredom? Here's everything you need to know about training with The Sufferfest appThumb Overlay."The Sufferfest’ videos have always had their own humor. Training is set in ‘Sufferlandria’. Riders are often representing the ‘Sufferlandrian Team’ and under threat of beating from the ‘minions’ if lack of effort means they lose the race. Riders are almost always at threat of losing until the last interval. Sometimes the minions mess with the timers and intervals are longer than they should be." (cyclingweekly.com)

December 11, 2017




Sepulveda to lead Movistar at 2018 Vuelta a San Juan.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele): Eduardo Sepulveda lost thge race leader's jersey during stage 6. (Tim de Waele/TDWSport.com)Thumb Overlay."New Movistar recruit Eduardo Sepúlveda will lead the Spanish team's GC charge at the 36th Vuelta Ciclista a la Provincia de San Juan, the team revealed today as part of their roster announcement for the 2.HC race that begins January 21 in Argentina." (cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele)

December 11, 2017




Tech of the Week: 1.7 million laps of Herne Hill Velodrome, whale-like wheels and more.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingweekly.com): Hot bikes and productsThumb Overlay."Hot bikes and products: This week, we’ve been trying to make it as a pro and looking at what Strava knows about us all." (cyclingweekly.com)

December 11, 2017




Australian Cycling Academy to help give racers ‘options beyond sport’.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingtips.com) Photography by Marcus Enno (aka Beardy McBeard): Besides racing in Australia and Asia under a Continental (i.e. third-tier) license, the Australian Cycling Academy will provide a tertiary education scholarship program and professional mentoring for its riders.Thumb Overlay."Australia’s Continental ranks are set to expand in 2018 with several domestic teams making the step up to UCI classification. Joining those teams will be ACA Ride Sunshine Coast, a new outfit started by Commonwealth Games gold medalist Ben Kersten and Orica Scott sports director Matt Wilson." (cyclingtips.com) Photography by Marcus Enno (aka Beardy McBeard)

December 11, 2017




The best cycling overshoes: Toasty toe covers for winter riding.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingweekly.com): Winter overshoes are generally made from either thick neoprene or lighter, windproof, fleece-backed fabricThumb Overlay."Keeping your fingers and toes warm on a winter ride can be the difference between enjoyment and just wanting to get home. A good pair of overshoes can help keep your feet toasty and allow you to carry on riding in the worst of the winter weather." (cyclingweekly.com)

December 11, 2017




Dynaplug tubeless tire repair kit review: Lots of choices, all fantastic.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingtips.com) Photography by David Rome: No removing a wheel, no removing a tyre, no installing a tube, no pumping. Just jab and go.Thumb Overlay."I was on a group ride in South Africa a few years ago when one of the guys got a flat. Before I had even unclipped from my pedals, the flat was fixed. He had simply put his gloved finger over the hole, taken out a tubeless plug repair kit with his other hand, and jammed a rubber plug through the hole with the kit’s needle-like tool. The hissing stopped almost instantly, and the tire was repaired with minimal air loss." (cyclingtips.com) Photography by David Rome

December 11, 2017




This lube claims it will save you up to 9 watts.

Thumbnail Credit (bikeradar.com) (Jack Luke / Immediate Media): We've got our hands on CeramicSpeed's £65 lube (Jack Luke / Immediate Media)Thumb Overlay."The lube comes with some pretty remarkable claims: running at a simulated 95rpm cadence with a 250w load, it is said to result in between a 4.5–9 watt reduction in frictional losses." (bikeradar.com) (Jack Luke / Immediate Media)

December 11, 2017




The Sage PDXCX - Wise Titanium.

Thumbnail Credit (pelotonmagazine.com): Sage Ti bikes are made by Lynskey in Tennessee, but it sure does have a ‘cross bike – the Sage PDXCX. "The PDXCX obviously does all the things titanium and Lysnkey manufacturing are known for, it’s a beautifully executed frame out of material that not just rides like a magic carpet but will last a lifetime. But as a ‘cross bike, it has a design philosophy rooted in years of Northwest ‘cross with little touches only a dedicated ‘cross fanatic could design." (pelotonmagazine.com)

December 11, 2017




Fairlight Cycles Strael 2.0 unveiled - steel disc equipped road bike revised for 2018.

Thumbnail Credit (road.cc): Fairlight has updated its popular Strael steel road bike with a new fork, thru-axles and lots of new buildsThumb Overlay."The Strael is pitched as an all season bike, one that is perfectly suited to UK cyclists and our typical riding conditions. It’s an elegant steel frame designed specifically around disc brakes, with clearance for wide tires and mudguards, there are even rack mounts for a spot of touring." (road.cc)

December 11, 2017





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December 10, 2017






van der Poel delivers another trashing to men's field in Overijse.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele): Mathieu Van Der Poel at the finish (Tim de Waele)Thumb Overlay."Mathieu van der Poel (Beobank Corendon) crushed the competition once again, tackling a slippery, muddy course at the Druivencross Overijse with typical aplomb." (cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele)

December 10, 2017





Ferrand-Prevot solos to Vlaamse Druivencross victory.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele): Pauline Ferrand Prevot fuels up in the feedzone (Tim de Waele/TDWSport.com)Thumb Overlay."In her second race back after a two year break from Cyclocross, Pauline Ferrand-Prevot (Canyon SRAM) returned to the top step of the podium with a solo victory at an extremely muddy Vlaamse Druivencross. World Champion Sanne Cant (Beobank Corendon), who was victorious in Essen on Saturday, chased hard to catch and pass Lucinda Brand (Team Sunweb) for second place with the latter coming home in third place." (cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele)

December 10, 2017




Peeters solos to victory in Druivencross.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele): Yannick Peeters (Belgium). (Tim de Waele/TDWSport.com)Thumb Overlay."Aerts, Turner round out podium." (cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele)

December 10, 2017





Resolution Cross: Anthony beats McFadden, Ortenblad does the double.

Thumbnail Credit (velonews.com) Photo: Heather Sawtelle: Crystal Anthony (Maxxis-Shimano) got the better of Courtenay McFadden (Pivot Cycles p/b DNA Cycling) on Sunday, after finishing second to her the day before. Photo: Heather SawtelleThumb Overlay."When the dust had settled on a hot, dry Texas Sunday, two Californians came away with titles, and significant UCI points, at the Resolution Cross Cup. In the elite women’s race, Crystal Anthony (Maxxis Shimano Pro Cyclocross) would reign supreme and on the men’s side, Tobin Ortenblad (Santa Cruz/Donkey Label) would go two-for-two on the weekend and secure his hold on the ProCX overall standings." (velonews.com) Photo: Heather Sawtelle

December 10, 2017




West, Werner Win Wild Ones at North Carolina Grand Prix Day 2.

Thumbnail Credit (cxmagazine.com): Ruby West with Lily Williams in toe up the wall. Allison Arensman leading the chase group. #NCGP #procxThumb Overlay."After Saturday’s snowy mudder at the North Carolina Grand Prix in Hendersonville, riders got to try and clean their kits and head back out on Sunday for a second day of racing. Temperatures dropped below freezing overnight and then warmed up a bit into the afternoon, creating another day of challenging conditions." (cxmagazine.com)

December 10, 2017




Van den Broeck and Dekker to ride 2018 Absa Cape Epic.

Thumbnail Credit (sbs.com.au): Van den Broek and Dekker will hope to emulate Cadel Evans and George HincapieThumb Overlay."The Absa Cape Epic mountain bike stage race continues to attract former road cyclists with Belgian Jurgen Van den Broeck and Dutchman Erik Dekker the latest to sign on for the African adventure in 2018." (sbs.com.au)

December 10, 2017




Quick Step Floors to meet in Calpe next week for first training camp.

Thumbnail Credit(thebikecomesfirst.com) (Photo: Jim Fryer): Calpe usually provides perfect weather conditions for December training camps, and that’s why so many teams are coming here.Thumb Overlay."The riders and staff of Quick Step Floors will be heading to the Costa Blanca next week for the first training camp ahead of the 2018 season. After spending the past two Decembers in Denia, the team has now opted for Calpe, where between the 11th and 21st, the 27 riders making up the roster for next year will convene."(thebikecomesfirst.com) (Photo: Jim Fryer)

December 10, 2017




Canyon Inflite CF SLX 8.0 Pro Race.

Thumbnail Credit (road.cc): Fast, fun and highly capable carbon cyclo-cross bike at a great price – there's a lot to likeThumb Overlay."The Canyon Inflite CF SLX 8.0 Pro Race is a fast and fun cyclocross race bike with excellent handling, impressive comfort, commanding mud-plugging capability and a decent specification and weight for the money. If you're shopping for a new cyclocross race bike, this is a really good option." (road.cc)

December 10, 2017




Lefevere allows Kittel to wear Katusha kit to highlight UCI 'hypocrisy'.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele): Marcel Kittel joins his teammates on stage (Tim de Waele/TDWSport.com)Thumb Overlay."Quick Step Floors team boss Patrick Lefevere has said that he gave Marcel Kittel permission to wear Katusha Alpecin’s 2018 kit at their team presentation in Mallorca on Saturday. The Belgian said that he did it to show the hypocrisy of the current UCI system." (cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Tim De Waele)

December 10, 2017




UCI president says he will step up fight against motor doping.

Thumbnail Credit (road.cc): David Lappartient says it would be “disaster for the sport” if rider were caught using hidden motor in big raceThumb Overlay."UCI president David Lappartient has said that the governing body will step up its fight against mechanical doping and that it would be a “disaster for the sport” if a top rider were caught using a hidden motor." (road.cc)

December 10, 2017




Bold blocks of color define 2018 WorldTour team kits.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingnews.com) (Sigfrid Eggers): Niki Terpstra and Bob Jungels model the 2018 Quick-Step Floors team kit (Sigfrid Eggers)Thumb Overlay."Long gone are the days of Johan Museeuw's colorful montage of tiles on his Mapei shorts, Mario Cipollini's zebra striped Domina Vacanze kit, or Bernard Hinault's tastefully modern Mondrian inspired La Vie Clair jersey. The 2018 WorldTour peloton will be more like Molteni than Banesto, if the first 10 designs are any indication, with many teams favoring bold blocks of color over eye popping patterns." (cyclingnews.com) (Sigfrid Eggers)

December 10, 2017




Retirement is profitable for Chris Hoy who pulls in £500k a year.

Thumbnail Credit (road.cc)  (image courtesy Evans Cycles) : Chris Hoy (right) at the launch of his range of kids' bikes in 2014 (image courtesy Evans Cycles) Thumb Overlay."Winner of six Olympic golds, and his wife Sarra are shareholders in his firm Trackstars Limited, which made £639,000 profit last year. Hoy's business ventures include his range of cycle clothing and bikes under the Hoy brand at Halfords, and his work to promote PureGym. He has also been the face of Gillette and Kellogg’s Bran Flakes in advertising campaigns." (road.cc) (image courtesy Evans Cycles)

December 10, 2017




Protest rides to take place across Australia against mandatory helmet laws.

Thumbnail Credit(thebikecomesfirst.com) Photo: Takver: Mandatory helmet laws were first introduced to Victoria in 1990Thumb Overlay."Bicycle rides are set to take place across Australia to protest against bike helmet laws. The rides will take place on 17 March in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth. A ride is also taking place in Wellington, New Zealand."(thebikecomesfirst.com) Photo: Takver

December 10, 2017




Majka targeting Tour de France GC in 2018.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo): Rafal Majka celebrates his Vuelta a España stage victory. (Bettini Photo)Thumb Overlay."Rafal Majka (Bora Hansgrohe) has confirmed that he will once again target the Tour de France next season. Speaking after the team presentation in Germany earlier this week, Majka said that he is aiming for a career-best finish with a top-five placing." (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)

December 10, 2017




5 Adventure Cycling Blogs To Follow.

Thumbnail Credit (ilovebicycling.com): While Out RidingThumb Overlay."If you’re looking for a source of inspiration as a cyclist, or for life in general, look no further. These are some of the most inspiring cycling blogs out there, documenting incredible bike journeys, including the good, bad, and painful. Who knows, maybe you’ll be the next great adventure cyclist!" (ilovebicycling.com)

December 10, 2017




Chris Froome wins Cyclingnews Rider of the Year.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport): Chris Froome celebrates on the podium after winning the 72nd edition of the Vuelta a Espana in 2017. (Getty Images Sport)Thumb Overlay."When it comes to Cyclingnews' Rider of the Year, the voting is sometimes as much of a popularity contest as it is a reflection of a rider's results. This year, the two coincide with the selection of Team Sky's Chris Froome to the honor, who took 30 per cent of the vote. Triple world champion Peter Sagan took second place with 27 per cent of the votes and Giro d'Italia winner Tom Dumoulin rounded out the podium with 17 per cent." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

December 10, 2017




5 things most cyclists say to bike mechanics that they hate.

Thumbnail Credit (stickybottle.com): And if you’ve time can you build a spare one for me, just in caseThumb Overlay."Bike mechanics are the unsung heroes of cycling. And it’s about time they got some recognition. They’re the men and women who rise earlier than anyone else on race day and are often still working long after everyone else is in bed." (stickybottle.com)

December 10, 2017




Raim: I want to get faster in 2018.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingnews.com)  (Photo: Jonathan Devich): Mihkel Räim (Israel Cycling Academy) wins the final stage (Jonathan Devich/epicimages.us)Thumb Overlay."Mihkel Raim (Israel Cycling Academy) knew that he had the speed to beat a lot of guys in the peloton in a sprint finish, but the young Estonian had never considered himself a true bunch sprinter. That changed this season with a number of victories from huge groups and Raim only wants to get faster as he works on his finish for 2018." (cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Jonathan Devich)

December 10, 2017




Fizik's airy Infinito R1 knitted shoes.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingnews.com) (bikeradar.com): The knitted fabric obviously massively improves breathabilityThumb Overlay."Fizik decided to develop the R1 Knit for two main reasons; the knitted fabric adds a degree of comfort-improving flexibility while, as you would imagine, drastically improving breathability too. Using a fabric that has more holes than fabric also reduces weight considerably." (cyclingnews.com) (bikeradar.com)

December 10, 2017




2017 Vlaamse Druivencross Cyclocross at Overijse, Belgium LIVE - CX LIVE stream.

Thumbnail Credit (cyclingfans.com) Foto > Hans Deveuster: Thumb Overlay."The 2017 Vlaamse Druivencross Cyclocross at Overijse, Belgium is Sunday, December 10. There will be live streams for the elite women's and men's races.

Women at 13:45 CET, 7:45am ET.
Men at 15:00 CET, 9am ET."
(cyclingfans.com) Foto > Hans Deveuster

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