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Daily News: January 2021


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January 6, 2021
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Report: Olympic athletes will see vaccines before Games.

(velonews.com)overlay"Sky News reported that British officials are negotiating with health officials to secure vaccines for its Tokyo-bound athletes before the rescheduled Games begin in July." (velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)

January 6, 2021





La Colmiane on the menu again as Paris Nice 2021 route is revealed.

Byoverlay"The 2021 edition of Paris Nice will follow a familiar format to 2020, with a short time trial and a penultimate-day summit finish at La Colmiane set to shape the overall classification." By Patrick Fletcher (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: ASO)

January 6, 2021





2021 team preview: Trek Segafredo.

Byoverlay"Bike brand Trek and Italian coffee maker Segafredo joined forces in 2016, with Trek deciding to directly own and control the team after long spells backing other teams, including Lance Armstrong’s various squads." By Stephen Farrand (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

January 6, 2021





Seven things we learned from the Jumbo Visma Tour de France documentary.

Byoverlay"The culmination of the 2020 Tour de France is one that will be remembered for a long time to come. Central to that story was Jumbo Visma, the Dutch team appearing to be the one to break Ineos’ stranglehold on the Tour de France’s yellow jersey." By Jonny Long (cyclingweekly.com)(Photo by Christophe Petit Tesson - Pool/Getty Images)

January 6, 2021





Tiler: Wireless charging for e-bikes through the kickstand.

Byoverlay"The one very obvious minor hassle of owning an e-bike is charging it. Building on an academic project from the Technical University in Delft, the Tiler charging tile with bicycle kickstand is said by the developers to be the world's first." By Alex Bowden (road.cc) Photo by Tiler

January 6, 2021





2021 mountain bike trends to watch.

Byoverlay"Mountain biking is still young and dynamic as far as sports go, and constantly changing. Looking at new, improved machines - and tracking how they change - is one of the exciting parts of our sport." By Terry McKall (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found)

January 6, 2021





THM Clavicula SE crankset gets an integrated power meter, weighs just 320g.

Byoverlay"German carbon outfit, THM Carbones, is well versed in lust-worthy lightweight components, and its Clavicula SE cranks have always been a wish-list item - now even more so that the brand has teamed up with Sensitivus Gauge to add a power meter." By Colin Levitch (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: THM)

January 6, 2021





Devinci Cycles cuts into electric assist gravel bikes with new E-Hatchet.

Byoverlay"Is an e-gravel bike on your list of things to check out for 2021? Yeah? Then here’s another option for the e-gravel curious, the new E-Hatchet from Devinci Cycles." By Zach Overholt (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)

January 6, 2021


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Connie Carpenter: Olympic champion, world champion, frustrated cycling fan.

Byoverlay"Connie Carpenter-Phinney was the first woman to win gold in the Olympic road race. She was one of the youngest Olympic speedskaters in American history; she rowed varsity crew races at Cal-Berkeley." By José Been (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)

January 6, 2021





Masnada: I want to help Remco Evenepoel win a Grand Tour.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Deceuninck Quick Step climber Fausto Masnada has spelled out his goals for 2021 - his first full season on the team - with a Vuelta a España debut on the cards and the aim to help Remco Evenepoel win a Grand Tour." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

January 6, 2021





Chris Froome’s 2021 program.

Byoverlay"In an interview with Het Nieuwsblad, sports director Rik Verbrugghe outlines how the four-time Tour de France champion will warm-up for his return to the French Grand Tour since 2018." By Jonny Long (cyclingweekly.com) (Photos: Ronen Topelberg and Brian VeloImages)

January 6, 2021





2021 Predictions: What’s coming for the cycling industry this year.

Byoverlay"If you thought 2020 threw the bike industry into turmoil, just wait until 2021. With manufacturing, shipping, raw materials, delivery, and staffing all getting upended, we’re only now starting to see the true repercussions." By Staff (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)

January 6, 2021





2021 Trek Emonda SL Pro 6 road bike review: for the climb lovers.

Byoverlay"Key updates: Aero frame design, a more performance-oriented geometry, sleek semi-concealed cable routing, T47 threaded bottom bracket" By Dave Rome (cyclingtips.com) photo by Tim Bardsley-Smith

January 6, 2021





The Grind: First impressions of Campagnolo Ekar on a Chapter 2 AO.

Byoverlay"I only recently got onto Campagnolo’s new Ekar gravel group, thanks to a loaner AO test bike from Chapter 2, so I thought I’d give you my initial impressions after a few rides." By Ben Delaney (velonews.com) Photo: Ben Delaney

January 6, 2021





Best road bike wheels: Our pick of the best wheelset upgrades.

Byoverlay"Upgrading your road bike wheels can transform the performance of a bike by improving aerodynamics, cornering grip and comfort." By Colin Levitch (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bontrager)

January 6, 2021





Bike brands suspending distribution to the UK.

(velonews.com)overlay"The UK has imposed new rules for taxation on foreign imports - plus some new red tape - and this has steered some brands away from distributing in the UK entirely." (velonews.com) Photo: Kirk Warner

January 6, 2021





Vittoria Air-Liner Gravel tire inserts review.

Byoverlay"Vittoria is offering gravel and cyclocross riders the rim protection and run-flat of a tire insert at a really affordable price. We’ve been battering it around the trails and tracks to find out if it works." By Guy Kesteven (cyclingnews.com) (Image: © Guy Kesteven)

January 6, 2021


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Marion Sicot: 'Justice was done' in reduced two-year doping suspension.

Byoverlay"Sicot requested a reduced suspension from the AFLD, the French anti-doping authorities, alleging that her decision to purchase and use EPO happened after she experienced months of psychological abuse." By Kirsten Frattini (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

January 6, 2021





2020 elite men's Czech cyclocross champion banned for doping positive.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Czech federation bans 43-year-old Emil Hekele for four years after doping control turns up two banned steroids.

Last January, Hekele surprisingly beat out some of the country's top professionals to claim the elite men's title." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)


January 6, 2021





Laurens de Plus looking to bounce back with Ineos Grenadiers.

(velonews.com)overlay"Laurens de Plus is hoping to hit reset with Ineos Grenadiers this year. The young Belgian emerged in 2019 as one of the hottest young prospects in the WorldTour, only to see his upward trajectory torpedoed by hip injuries and the covid race stop in 2020." (velonews.com) Photo: Bas Czerwinski / Stringer

January 6, 2021





Aleksandr Vlasov to aim for Grand Tour podium as Astana try to stop departure to Ineos.

Byoverlay"Astana Premier Tech will be hoping to hang onto Vlasov, especially after losing Miguel Ángel López to Movistar due to financial issues before their new backing arrived." By Tim Bonville-Ginn (cyclingweekly.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)

January 6, 2021





Here’s What Happens When You Order a $35 Power Meter.

(dcrainmaker.com)overlay"Now at first glance, this would appear to be a relatively small power meter. Also, relatively lightweight. A bit unexpected since I’d actually handled the original IQ2 power meters “prototypes” a long time ago." (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)

January 6, 2021





Moots 40th Anniversary head badge to adorn every titanium bike built in 2021.

Byoverlay"The guys at Moots are rightly stoked to be celebrating their 40th anniversary of building premium steel and titanium bikes out of their HQ in Steamboat Springs, Colorado." By Jessie-May Morgan (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)

January 6, 2021





Bike deals: Save on road, gravel, electric bikes and more.

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"Save money with our pick of the best deals on road, gravel, hybrid and mountain bikes available online today."
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January 6, 2021





Factor Vista long-term review.

Byoverlay"A high-end carbon all-road bike; tested with Shimano Ultegra but now comes with SRAM Force eTap AXS; Black Inc wheels and cockpit (with a wide variety of lengths/widths available); 72.3-degree head tube; Clearance for 35mm tires." By Fred Dreier (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found)

January 6, 2021


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January 5, 2021
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Grace Brown: This opportunity might not come again.

Byoverlay"After an outstanding breakthrough season in 2020, Grace Brown (Team BikeExchange) is planning on taking her opportunity to lead the Australian team in the Spring Classics." By Daniel Benson (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

January 5, 2021





Roundtable: Which is the best new team kit?

(velonews.com)overlay"New season, new kits. But which of the 2021 team jerseys is the best? And which kits swing and a miss?" (velonews.com) Photo: Vincent Curutchet

January 5, 2021





Androni Giocattoli Sidermec unveil sponsor-filled 2021 jersey.

Byoverlay"The Italian ProTeam, which is well known for its blanket of sponsors, doesn't disappoint this year either, with barely an inch of unadorned fabric on the Rosti-made kit." By Daniel Ostanek (cyclingnews.com)(Image credit: Androni Giocattoli Sidermec)

January 5, 2021





How e-bikes helped me get my life back.

Byoverlay"Alistair McLean's story is a truly remarkable one. Ali’s Cannondale SuperSix Evo Neo eRoad bike has put him back in the saddle, feeling the wind in his face and training once more." By Stu Bowers (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)

January 5, 2021





Best eMTB motors: Choosing the best motor for your riding.

Byoverlay"eMTB motors will define the ride quality, so do you need more power or longer range? We break down the latest motor options." By Lance Branquinho (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Graham Cottingham)

January 5, 2021





The entrepreneurs from Wisconsin creating chromed carbon bicycle frames in a farm shack.

Byoverlay"Spray chroming technology has been out there for about 25 years but is meant for small parts and pieces, not something as complicated as a carbon bike frame with all its angles and holes, not to mention the size of the frame itself." By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan (cyclingweekly.com) Image: Tom Griffith

January 5, 2021





Campagnolo Ekar 1×13 13-Speed Drivetrain Preview: With the Ridley Kanzo Fast Gravel Bike!

Byoverlay"With a wide range, close-ratio, and no compromise, Ekar is designed from the ground up to give you the very best performance, riding experience, and reliability for gravel, all-road, and endurance riding on the toughest terrain. - Campagnolo" By JOM (gravelcyclist.com)

January 5, 2021


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Who are the Tour de l'Avenir winners since 2000 - and what happened to them?

Byoverlay"The 2020 campaign saw a string of races cancelled or postponed but for the U23 men's peloton the loss of the Tour de l’Avenir was a huge blow. The French race is often seen as a window to the stars of the future." By Daniel Benson (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Tour de l'Avenir)

January 5, 2021





Marc Hirschi linked to UAE Team Emirates.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The mystery of where Tour de France stage and Flèche Wallonne winner Marc Hirschi would end up after Team DSM terminated his contract was quickly solved on Tuesday, with Wielerflits.nl reporting the Swiss rider will join Tour winner Tadej Pogačar at UAE Team Emirates." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

January 5, 2021





Marc Hirschi, released by DSM, is back on the rider market.

Byoverlay"It is unclear at this time where the 22-year-old Tour de France stage winner might be headed. A report in Spanish daily AS indicated the two frontrunners are Trek Segafredo and, of course, the Ineos Grenadiers." By Caley Fretz (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Kristof Ramon)

January 5, 2021





2015 vs 2021: Comparing Richie Porte's Pinarello bikes.

Byoverlay"Six seasons since his departure from Team Sky, Richie Porte has returned to the British team now known as the Ineos Grenadiers." By Josh Croxton (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

January 5, 2021





Bay Crits canceled for 2021: The how and why with race director Trevorrow.

Byoverlay"The Bay Classic Criterium or ‘Bay Crits’ were set to run from the 30-31 of January in 2021, but were called off late amidst lack of clarity as to whether the event would be able to go forward with restrictions a possibility." By Jamie Finch-Penninger (sbs.com.au) (Facebook: @BayCyclingClassic )

January 5, 2021





Campagnolo becomes latest European retailer to suspend sales to UK over Brexit.

Byoverlay"The Italian brand joins a growing list of sellers suspending direct sales of products through their European websites. Canyon announced it would do so before Christmas." By Simon Smythe (cyclingweekly.com) (Image Credit not Found)

January 5, 2021





Failure to Success: The Rapha Festive 500 in 2020.

Byoverlay"This isn’t the first year I’ve taken on this challenge and it won’t be the last. For many people this year’s event, like many things in 2020, will have been a little different though." By Josh Ross (cyclingweekly.com) Credit: Image: ArtistGNDphotography/ Getty Images

January 5, 2021





Here’s a roundup of the biggest stories that you might have missed over the holiday period.

Byoverlay"There were some notable stories, entertaining features and big reviews that might have slipped your attention over the Christmas and New Year’s break. Here’s what you missed." By Liam Cahill (road.cc)

January 5, 2021


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Marion Sicot handed two-year suspension.

(velonews.com)overlay"According to the AFLD sanctions commission decision, “Mr. Bracke ‘repeatedly imposed on this 26-year-old sportswoman a humiliating behavior with a sexual connotation and which obviously did not no sporting justification,’ and ‘engaged in sexual harassment." (velonews.com) Photo: Gonzalo Arroyo Moreno/Stringer

January 5, 2021





De Plus: I'll get my own chances at Ineos Grenadiers.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The Belgian might have been expected to slot into an exclusively domestique role at the British squad, which features four Grand Tour winners in the form of Egan Bernal, Richard Carapaz, Geraint Thomas and Tao Geoghegan Hart." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Ineos Grenadiers)

January 5, 2021





Giro Regime road shoe review.

Byoverlay

"Dual Boas, Synchwire upper and a carbon composite sole make for one of the most refined and superior-fitting cycling shoes on the market."
By Colin Levitch (cyclingnews.com) (Image: © Colin Levitch)

January 5, 2021





Bike of the Week - Pinarello Dyodo with prototype FSA System eBike motor.

Byoverlay"For this week’s edition of Bike of the Week, we have a Pinarello Dyodo gravel eBike that is equipped with a prototype version of FSA’s System motor. This is the first time the system has been allowed out in the wild by FSA’s engineers." By Warren Rossiter (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found)

January 5, 2021





Lotto Soudal back to isolation ‘bubbles’ approach for pre-season camps.

(velonews.com)overlay"Belgian team to send three distinct groups to different locations for January camp as covid continues to grip Europe." (velonews.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)

January 5, 2021





Cristiano Ronaldo's agent moves into cycling with João Almeida and Ruben Guerreiro deal.

Byoverlay"Portuguese riders João Almeida and Ruben Guerreiro have both become clients of the football agent Jorge Mendes’ sports marketing company Polaris Sport." By Tim Bonville-Ginn (cyclingweekly.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)

January 5, 2021





Adam Morka reveals more details on his new team project.

Byoverlay"First things first, and the question on many people’s minds. With Emily Batty ending her long relationships with Trek will she be joining the new team?" By Terry McKall (cyclingmagazine.ca) Image: Jan Kasl / Red Bull Content Pool

January 5, 2021





Cervelo confirms it’s making a cyclocross bike, but what will it look like?

Byoverlay"Jumbo Visma cyclocross superstars Wout van Aert and Marianne Vos have resorted to repainted Bianchis to close out the season." By James Huang (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)

January 5, 2021


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We could all learn a thing or two from Fabio Aru.

Byoverlay"Like a pig in shit. That’s what Fabio Aru looked like over the weekend, slogging through thick slop, quintessential Aru Gurn on his face, a skinny little climber racing cyclocross again, happy as a clam." By Caley Fretz (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Kristof Ramon)

January 4, 2021





Cyclocross world championships countdown: Five things we learned over the holiday race block.

(velonews.com)overlay"There was A LOT of cyclocross racing through the holidays, and the world championships are now just three races away. Here's what we learned from the festive 'cross calendar." (velonews.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)

January 4, 2021





‘No quarantine obligation’ makes riding both Tour de France and Tokyo Olympics possible.

Byoverlay"The Tokyo Olympics will not require athletes to quarantine before competing, meaning cyclists will be able to target both the Tour de France and the Games this summer." By Jonny Long (cyclingweekly.com)(Anne-Christine Poujoulat/AFP via Getty Images)

January 4, 2021





Fabio Aru makes Qhubeka Assos debut in Montodine cyclocross race.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"It was Aru’s third cyclocross race of the winter after he made his final appearances in UAE Team Emirates colors last week in Ancona and San Fior, near Treviso." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image)

January 4, 2021





Predictions and tech trends for 2021.

Byoverlay

"We take a look at the tech trends to watch as the bike industry moves forward to 2021."
By Ryan Simonovich (cyclingnews.com(Image credit: Bianchi)

January 4, 2021





AG2R Citroën unveils 2021 Campagnolo equipped BMC Teammachine SLR01.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Defending Olympic champion Greg Van Avermaet will head into the 2021 season on a familiar frame as AG2R Citroën unveiled the team's BMC Teammachine SLR01 road bikes for the coming year." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Campagnolo/AG2R Citroën)

January 4, 2021





Buyer’s Guide: 15 Gravel Bikes to buy in 2021.

(roadbikeaction.com)overlay"As if every major and tradition-bound bike brand adding gravel bikes to their lineup wasn’t enough; as if the sweeping popularity of gravel bikes and gravel bike races as evidenced through meteoric bike sales and event participation wasn’t enough..." (roadbikeaction.com) (Credit not Found)

January 4, 2021





Five cool things coming soon from Santa Cruz, Giant, Lezyne, Spatzwear and Miss Grape.

Byoverlay"It is 2021, but we still have lots of interesting products released towards the end of last year which we have been testing over the holidays! Here's our top five." By Anna Marie Hughes (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)

January 4, 2021





FSA takes AGX bar fit wider, Gossamer cranks shorter & Energy bars super compact.

Byoverlay"FSA dials in personalized road and gravel bike fit for 2021 with broader sizing options across existing alloy & carbon bars and alloy cranksets." By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)

January 4, 2021


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Cecilie Uttrup Ludwig chases elusive WorldTour wins in 2021 with a fearless attitude.

Byoverlay"Cecilie Uttrup Ludwig isn't afraid of the peloton's strongest riders, and that attitude could see her claim an elusive first WorldTour win." By Owen Rogers (velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)

January 4, 2021





Annemiek van Vleuten shows off Movistar jersey and bike.

Byoverlay"Van Vleuten posted an image of herself wearing the Movistar Team's iconic blue jersey that showcases the letter 'M' logo of primary team sponsor Movistar Telefonica, standing with her blue, black and white team-issued Canyon road bike" By Kirsten Frattini (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Annemiek van Vleuten / @AvVleuten)

January 4, 2021





Best heart rate monitors: track fitness and get training insights.

Byoverlay"The best heart rate monitors will help you track your heart rate comfortably and accurately - here's our pick of the best." By Colin Levitch, Josh Croxton (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

January 4, 2021





Women’s cycling: An evergrowing hub of tech, reviews and buying advice.

Byoverlay"Welcome to the Cyclingnews women’s cycling hub, where you can find all our women’s cycling tech content, from buyer’s guides and hands-on reviews to advice and tips around health, nutrition and training." By Mildred Locke (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Machines for Freedom)

January 4, 2021





Roger Hassenforder Obituary.

(inrng.com)overlay"Roger Hassenforder died at the age of 90. A Tour de France stage winner, a yellow jersey wearer, a hunter, a clown, a restaurateur… he was above all a big personality and one of the sport’s first television superstars." (inrng.com) (Photo by KEYSTONE-FRANCE/Gamma-Rapho via Getty Images)

January 4, 2021





Difficult or Dangerous: Exploring Pyrenean Dirt in Southeast France.

Byoverlay"One of the longest and most difficult climbs in the Pyrénées will never be included in the Tour de France. To be fair, in recent years, the Tour organizers have included some very short sections of gravel, but the chances of including a long dirt climb are slim to none." By Bruce Hildenbrand (pelotonmagazine.com) Images: Bruce Hildenbrand

January 4, 2021





Brooks supply to bike shops unaffected, but Brexit stalls consumer biz.

Byoverlay"UK Distributor of Brooks Saddles, Extra UK, has issued a statement calming fears that bike shops will not be able to access stock of the UK-made product in the near term." By Mark Sutton (cyclingindustry.news) (Image Credit not Found)

January 4, 2021





Wattbike Atom: The indoor bike trainer that can transform your performance, all year round.

Byoverlay"Indoor cycling has come to the fore over the past 12 months more than ever. Home workouts are now the norm and one of the few escapes where cyclists can still work up a sweat during lockdown." By Paul Knott (cyclingweekly.com)(Image c/Wattbike)

January 4, 2021





Is THM Carbones Clavicula SE Road Power Meter the World’s lightest PM crankset?.

Byoverlay"THM Carbones have teamed up with Sensitivus Gauge to put a single sided power meter in their ultralight carbon crankset, the Clavicula SE Road." By Jessie-May Morgan (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)

January 4, 2021


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What it could mean: Mendes the 'super agent' comes to cycling.

(sbs.com.au)overlay"Agents have become experts at maximizing their own commissions, and Jorge Mendes has over seen more big money deals than anyone else. If you add up all the deals that he has done, the player sales add up to well over €1 billion." (sbs.com.au) (Polaris Sports)

January 4, 2021





No Chris Froome as Israel Start-Up Nation cancel Israel camp and head to Girona.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The team will instead gather in Girona, Spain, this month, although new signing Chris Froome will not be in attendance, opting to stay in California for further rehab and strength work." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Israel Start-Up Nation)

January 4, 2021





Which men’s WorldTour team has the best kit for 2021? A considered ranking.

Byoverlay"A thing you will notice is the big change in peloton colors with new names to get used to along with radically new looks for some teams that have kept the same styling for decades." By Tim Bonville-Ginn (cyclingweekly.com) (Image Credit not Found)

January 4, 2021





The 10 transfers that will take a while to get used to in 2021.

Byoverlay"From Chris Froome leaving Ineos for Israel to Marianne Vos at the newly-formed Jumbo Visma, transfers for the 2021 season." By Joe Robinson (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)

January 4, 2021





Pibernik, 27, retires.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"He is the latest rider to call an early end to their career due to a lack of options in a heavily impacted transfer market. Former Olympic champion Jon Dibben has done so at only 26 years old." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

January 4, 2021





2021 Tech Trends: 12-Speed Dura-ace, flat-bar gravel bikes, brands ignoring aero… and many more of our predictions.

Byoverlay

"Cycling tech certainly hasn’t stood still this year, with a wide range of new products and developments having been released over the last 12 months despite the lockdowns."
By Stefan Abram (cyclingweekly.com) (Image Credit not Found)

January 4, 2021





Eolo Kometa debut 2021 jersey.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The new UCI ProTeam Eolo Kometa, run jointly by Alberto and Fran Contador and Ivan Basso, debuted their new jersey for the 2021 season, an eye-catching blue and green kit that will stand out in the bunch." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Eolo Kometa)

January 4, 2021





Bontrager SSR Multisport Shoes.

Byoverlay"Bontrager SSR Multisport bike shoes are perfect all-rounders with enough pedaling efficiency in the saddle and enough grip by foot to keep everyone happy." By Matt Lamy (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)

January 4, 2021





KOM Rocker Plate rocks your pain cave 13° engaging your core for better indoor training.

Byoverlay"Better known for their Garmin and Wahoo mounts, KOM Cycling have entered the pain cave, developing the Rocker Plate to decrease discomfort during turbo training sessions." By Jessie-May Morgan (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)

January 4, 2021





FSA's new KFX i25 is a narrow-yet-light wheelset.

Byoverlay"FSA's KFX i25 is a new contender in the best mountain bike wheels space, targeted at riders who value lightweight bikes." By Lance Branquinho (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: FSA)

January 4, 2021







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