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Daily News: January 2021


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January 31, 2021
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Egan Bernal returns to competition in France.

(velonews.com)overlay"According to L’Equipe, which reported Sunday the 2019 Tour champion will resume competition at Etoile de Bessèges, a five-day race in southern France starting Wednesday." (velonews.com) (Photo by Thibault Camus - Pool/Getty Images)

January 31, 2021





Cyclocross World Championships: Van der Poel beats van Aert to elite men's title.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Toon Aerts holds off Tom Pidcock to complete podium in Ostende." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image)

January 31, 2021





Fem van Empel takes U23 world cyclocross title.

(velonews.com)overlay"Hungarian rider Vas loses out after battling three Dutch riders in second half of race, American rider Munro finishes 11th." (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

January 31, 2021





Tight margins expected as van Aert and van der Poel duel at Cyclocross Worlds.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Belgian national coach Sven Vanthourenhout believes Wout van Aert and Mathieu van der Poel’s anticipated duel at the Cyclocross World Championships could come down to a two-up sprint like their battle at the Tour of Flanders last October." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

January 31, 2021





Sealskinz All Weather LED Cycle Overshoe.

Byoverlay"Unless you're sporting full-on winter boots, good overshoes are essential. Sealskinz' All Weather LED Overshoes are up there with the thickest and weather-resistant-est ones on the market." By Neil Gander (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)

January 31, 2021





Panaracer GravelKing Semi Slick Plus TLC.

Byoverlay"The new Panaracer GravelKing Semi Slick Plus TLC is a tire designed for both road use and hardpack gravel trails, maintaining high levels of grip and speed." By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)

January 31, 2021





Live: 2021 UCI Cyclocross World Championships - Oostende 2021.

(cyclocross.social)overlay"The 2021 UCI Cyclocross World Championships will be held in Oostende, Belgium on the 30th and 31st January 2021.

U23 Women’s: Sunday 31, 13:30 CET / 07:30 EST.

Elite Men’s: Sunday 31, 1500 CET / 09:00 EST." (cyclocross.social) (Credit not Found)

January 31, 2021


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Paret-Peintre wins Grand Prix Cycliste la Marseillaise.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Aurélien Paret-Peintre (AG2R Citroën) won the Grand Prix Cycliste La Marseillaise after he edged out Thomas Boudat (Arkea Samsic) and Bryan Coquard (B&B Hotels) in a small group sprint after a breathless finale." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

January 31, 2021





Toon Aerts: The podium at Worlds means much more than a win in a small race.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Belgian rider secures third consecutive bronze at Cyclocross Worlds after obstacle filled season." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

January 31, 2021





Sunday Trading: 40% off winter kit and deals on Shimano S-Phyre shoes.

Byoverlay"We’ve searched through the virtual aisles and picked out three of the most stellar deals on cycling kit from around the web, for both the UK and the USA." By Stefan Abram (cyclingweekly.com)Photo: Daniel Gould

January 31, 2021





‘The day I was diagnosed I realized if I could only do one more thing I’d want to cycle around the world.’.

Byoverlay"In 2018, Luke Grenfell-Shaw was diagnosed with a type of cancer that very few people survive. The primary tumor was beneath his left shoulder and the cancer had spread to his lungs." By Jonny Long (cyclingweekly.com) Luke Grenfell-Shaw (@bristol2beijing/Instagram)

January 31, 2021





Chapeau Men’s Leg Warmers.

Byoverlay"The Chapeau Men's Leg Warmers are simple in their design, but the lightweight fabric is plenty warm enough for winter riding, and they stay in place too." By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)

January 31, 2021





What clothing you need to survive the wettest, coldest days on a bike.

Byoverlay"It’s raining outside, the temperature is somewhere around the freezing mark, but still you want to persist: you’re heading outside on your bike." By Josh Ross (cyclingweekly.com) (Image Credit not Found)

January 31, 2021





How to watch the Grand Prix Marseillaise - Live stream.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay
"The 2021 French calendar's traditional opening race, the Grand Prix Cycliste la Marseillaise, is due to take place on Sunday, January 31."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image)

January 31, 2021


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Clara Honsinger draws motivation from fourth place at Cyclocross Worlds.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The Netherlands swept the podium in the elite women’s race at the World Championships, but Clara Honsinger (USA) proved the best of the rest as she rode to 4th place in Ostend on Saturday." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

January 31, 2021





Hard work pays off for Lucinda Brand at cyclocross world championships.

Byoverlay"Newly crowned world champion to target Paris Roubaix, Olympic selection and U.S 'crosses through 2021." By Jim Cotton (velonews.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)

January 31, 2021





18 cycling films about racing that you can stream right now.

Byoverlay"Watch movies about the Tour de France, Tour Divide, Race Across America and more." By Lily Hansen-Gillis (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Dreamscape Publishing/Youtube

January 31, 2021





The Campagnolo Van: Italy And America.

Byoverlay"For anyone who loved racing in the 1970s and ’80s, Campagnolo was king. Everything about Campy exuded class, elegance and victory." By Brett Horton (pelotonmagazine.com) Images: Horton Collection

January 31, 2021





British Cycling criticized for 90-rider pre-Tokyo Olympics track meet.

Byoverlay"The Guardian reports a source “close to the Great Britain track team” as saying that riders were “told not to divulge details” of the meeting." By Simon MacMichael (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)

January 31, 2021


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January 30, 2021
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Clara Honsinger roars to fourth in cyclocross world championships.

(velonews.com)overlay"US champion was only non-Dutch rider in the top-6 in Saturday's thrilling race." (velonews.com) Photo: (Jos Kafoe/BSR Agency/Getty Images)

January 30, 2021





Lucinda Brand takes cyclocross world championship victory.

(velonews.com)overlay"The Dutchwoman capped a dominant season with her first world title in a thrilling three-way battle with countrywomen Annemarie Worst and Denise Betsema. USA's Clara Honsinger finished in 4th place." (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

January 30, 2021





Cyclocross World Championships: Ronhaar wins U23 men's title.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The 19-year-old Pauwels Sauzen Bingoal rider powered into the lead in the Ostend sand on the second lap and edged it out to an unassailable margin to claim the rainbow jersey." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

January 30, 2021





Wout van Aert: ‘The pressure is on Mathieu van der Poel.’

(velonews.com)overlay"Van Aert chooses to play underdog ahead of cyclocross world championship clash despite history of success on similar courses." (velonews.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)

January 30, 2021





Live: 2021 UCI Cyclocross World Championships - Oostende 2021.

(cyclocross.social)overlay"The 2021 UCI Cyclocross World Championships will be held in Oostende, Belgium on the 30th and 31st January 2021.

U23 Women’s: Sunday 31, 13:30 CET / 07:30 EST.

Elite Men’s: Sunday 31, 1500 CET / 09:00 EST." (cyclocross.social) (Credit not Found)

January 30, 2021


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Van Avermaet and Naesen to start season at Étoile de Bessèges.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"AG2R Citroën duo Greg Van Avermaet and Oliver Naesen will start the 2021 season at the Étoile de Bessèges next week following the postponement of the Vuelta a la Comunitat Valenciana and the Vuelta a Andalucía." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

January 30, 2021





Clásica de Almería set to go ahead on February 14.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The Clásica de Almería is now the only Spanish event left on the UCI calendar in February after the cancellation or postponement of the remainder of the early-season events in the country." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

January 30, 2021





How to watch the Grand Prix Marseillaise - Live stream.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay
"The 2021 French calendar's traditional opening race, the Grand Prix Cycliste la Marseillaise, is due to take place on Sunday, January 31."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image)

January 30, 2021





Evoc Multi Frame Pack review.

Byoverlay"The Evoc Multi Frame Pack is useful 1L frame bag with just enough space for a tube, tools and snacks. It fits a variety of frame shapes across gravel and mountain bikes, and while it's a little pricey it's tough, well stitched and even comes with frame saver tape." By Patrick Joscelyne (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)

January 30, 2021


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2021 EF Education Nippo kit unveiled: Less controversy and more tongue in cheek.

Byoverlay"After being fined $4,000 for its ‘non-compliant’ kit at last year’s Giro d’Italia, US team EF Education Nippo has unveiled its new Rapha kit for 2021, and it appears to be remarkably tame by comparison." By Mildred Locke (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: EF Education Nippo )

January 30, 2021





Gulo Composites GRX-SL wheelset review: Carbon spokes for a pillowy ride.

Byoverlay"Gulo Composites clearly believes wholeheartedly in the virtues of its proprietary fiber composite spokes seeing as how its entire wheel range is built with them." By James Huang (cyclingtips.com) (Photography by James Huang)

January 30, 2021





Lezyne Flow Tool Caddy Pro.

Byoverlay"Carrying bits and bobs on the bike can be a challenge, and the Lezyne Flow Tool Caddy Pro is a light but sturdy solution that looks good and works well. It's not fully waterproof though, it takes up a space for drinks." By Lara Dunn (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)

January 30, 2021





Topeak FlashStand Slim X Bike Stand.

Byoverlay"The Topeak FlashStand Slim X is a compact, pocketable way to keep your bike upright for storage or photos. It's really limited to road bikes with skinny tires though, and you need to check your crank arm dimensions to be sure it will fit." By Mike Stead (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)

January 30, 2021


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January 29, 2021
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Colorado phenom Madigan Munro is eyeing the podium at U23 cyclocross worlds.

Byoverlay"After a two months training and racing in Belgium, the 19-year old is ready to throw elbows with the world's best." By Betsy Welch (velonews.com) Photo: Jivan West

January 29, 2021





Mathieu van der Poel spies fourth cyclocross world title in the sand of Ostende.

(velonews.com)overlay"Defending champion has scouted the worlds' course and says he's not concerned by Wout van Aert's strong record on beachy circuits." (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

January 29, 2021





Tom Pidcock: I already feel at home at Ineos - part one of my career is almost complete.

Byoverlay"Tom Pidcock is determined to end his cyclocross season on a high before embarking on the next chapter in his career at Ineos Grenadiers." By Daniel Benson (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

January 29, 2021





Looking to the Future with Katie Compton - The Euro Exit Interview.

Byoverlay"Compton has pretty much won everything there is to win in cyclocross over her long, illustrious career, except the rainbow jersey. She’s won the World Cup overall, taken home silver and bronze at Worlds, has a closet full of stars and stripes and claimed nearly every major domestic cyclocross race over the years." By Brandon Grant (cxmagazine.com) © Cyclocross Magazine

January 29, 2021





Live: 2021 UCI Cyclocross World Championships - Oostende 2021.

(cyclocross.social)overlay"The 2021 UCI Cyclocross World Championships will be held in Oostende, Belgium on the 30th and 31st January 2021.

Schedule:

U23 Women’s: Saturday 30, 13:30 CET / 07:30 EST.
Elite Women’s: Saturday 30, 15:00 CET / 09:00 EST.

U23 Men’s: Sunday 31, 13:30 CET / 07:30 EST.
Elite Men’s: Sunday 31, 1500 CET / 09:00 EST." (cyclocross.social) (Credit not Found)

January 29, 2021





Plapp courted by WorldTour teams after Festival of Cycling success.

(sbs.com.au)overlay"Lucas Plapp has got a wealth of options for a potential WorldTour spot after the Tokyo Olympic Games, with teams getting in touch with the Australia 20-year-old." (sbs.com.au) (Santos Festival of Cycling)

January 29, 2021





Bike Test: Colnago Concept.

(roadbikeaction.com)overlay"With a lot of current aero road bicycles on the market that come with an integrated bar/stem system to maximize drag reduction, Colnago chose to go with a standard bar and stem, resulting in an easier and more user-friendly way to personalize the parts." (roadbikeaction.com) (Credit not Found)

January 29, 2021


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Kelderman: I saw the car coming but I couldn't even brake.

Byoverlay"Now home, and back on the path to the Tour de France in July, Wilco Kelderman knows that he was lucky to escape with relatively minor injuries after the driver of an SUV reportedly cut across the Dutchman and six of his teammates on their final training ride in Italy earlier this month." By Daniel Benson (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Chiara Radeschi/Bora Hansgrohe)

January 29, 2021





Pressure mounts on spring race calendar.

Byoverlay"Pressure on the race calendar is mounting across Europe, increasing the risk of further postponements and cancellations across the spring racing program." By Jeremy Whittle (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

January 29, 2021





Tour of the Gila rescheduled for September.

Byoverlay"New Mexico’s Tour of the Gila has traded April showers for September sunshine. The race moved the April 28 start date back to September 29." By Fred Dreier (velonews.com) (Photo: Casey B. Gibson)

January 29, 2021





Zwift transparency and the role of dual recording during racing.

Byoverlay"How Zwift and the eRacing community is combating weight, height, and equipment doping." By Zach Nehr (cyclingnews.com)(Image credit: Zwift / ZwiftPower)

January 29, 2021





How to watch the Grand Prix Marseillaise - Live stream.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay
"The 2021 French calendar's traditional opening race, the Grand Prix Cycliste la Marseillaise, is due to take place on Sunday, January 31."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image)

January 29, 2021





What’s the difference between a cyclocross bike and a gravel bike?

Byoverlay"While there are certainly similarities between gravel and cyclocross bikes, it’s reductive to say that they’re the same thing." By Iain Treloar (cyclingtips.com) (Image Credit not Found)

January 29, 2021





PNW Components Coast Stem.

Byoverlay"The PNW Components Coast Stem is the perfect companion to the super-wide Coast Bar, but it's also a good stem in its own right, with a really nifty adjustable mount and a lifetime warranty." By Mike Stead (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)

January 29, 2021





Gear Break: Samurai Bike, Dynaplug, KICKR Hardware, NASA Clothing, OSMO Nutrition and 25% Off Pegatin.

(pezcyclingnews.com)overlay
"Gear Break: New kit and a discount voucher: Scalatore Samurai - The latest super bike from Czech bicycle manufacturer Festka, the new Dynaplug Racer Pro, more..."
(pezcyclingnews.com) (Credit not Found)

January 29, 2021





Tire pressure monitoring from SKS, winter road shoes from Lake and CrankBrothers’ latest multi-tool.

Byoverlay"Before we close another working week with a selection of the best bits to land at our home offices, here’s a recap on what you may have missed." By Oli Woodman (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found)

January 29, 2021


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Report: Marc Hirschi had 1 million reasons to join UAE Team Emirates.

(velonews.com)overlay"French daily L'Equipe cites sources saying Swiss star felt under-appreciated and under-paid at former team." (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

January 29, 2021





Domingos Gonçalves handed four-year ban for Biological Passport abnormalities.

Byoverlay"Having been provisionally suspended since December 2019, the 31-year-old is now banned until 2023." By Daniel Ostanek (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

January 29, 2021





New partnership will see USA Cycling recognize NICA race results.

(velonews.com)overlay"After years of operating independently of one another, USA Cycling and NICA have launched an official partnership." (velonews.com) Photo: Courtesy NICA

January 29, 2021





road.cc's Cycling Gadgets of the Year 2020/21.

(road.cc)overlay"Our reviewers have tried out loads of bike-related gadgets over the past year and here are the very best of them." (road.cc) (Credit not Found)

January 29, 2021





Rapha expands women’s roster.

Byoverlay"As part of the company’s commitment to further promote and grow women’s cycling, in 2021 Lael Wilcox and Sarah Sturm will represent the brand." By Lily Hansen-Gillis (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found)

January 29, 2021





Bora Hansgrohe and Deceuninck Quick Step looking to ditch tubular tires entirely.

Byoverlay"Both teams already committed to clinchers for all races 'except classics' with testing on cobbles ongoing." By Josh Croxton (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Josh Croxton)

January 29, 2021





Why would you want a wheel size larger than 29″?

Byoverlay"Little did I know it would convince Shaquille O'Neal (7’1”), Rudy Gobert (7’1”), Kevin Durant (6’11”), Lebron James (6’8”), Mark Eaton (7’4”) or Rik Smits (7’3”) and hundreds of other tall cyclists." By Jessie-May Morgan (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)

January 29, 2021





2021 WorldTour team bikes and equipment - Who’s riding what?

Byoverlay"BikeRadar's guide to all the shiny new bikes and flashy kit in the men's WorldTour this season." By Paul Norman (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found)

January 29, 2021


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Cyclocross world championships: Can Mathieu van der Poel and Ceylin del Carmen Alvarado repeat?

Byoverlay"Here's a full preview of this weekend's racing, from the curveball sandy course to the American challengers and a broadcaster guide." By Jim Cotton (velonews.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)

January 28, 2021





Riders hoping early-season European races can survive.

Byoverlay"Next week’s Etoile de Bessèges and Volta a la Comunitat Valenciana attract big-name WorldTour riders." By Stephen Farrand (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Photo)

January 28, 2021





Teams hopeful for European season debut at GP Marseillaise.

(velonews.com)overlay"Organizers say the one-day French race this weekend is still set to go despite a recent wave of cancelations." (velonews.com) (Photo: James Startt)

January 28, 2021





2021 Tour Series moved to August.

Byoverlay"The Tour Series of criterium races held in city centers around Great Britain has been postponed to August 2021, organizers SweetSpot announced." By Daniel Ostanek (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: SWPix)

January 28, 2021





USA Cycling’s doctor doubtful for spring races: ‘My gut instinct is the fall can be fairly normal.’.

Byoverlay"Dr. Roshon said that the current national situation would make it extremely risky to hold cycling races - specifically amateur, participant-driven events - in the coming weeks." By Fred Dreier (velonews.com) (Photo: Casey B. Gibson)

January 28, 2021





Brutal Colorado gravel race turns socially distanced with new GPS format.

Byoverlay"You will need to select a day / start time and these spots are very limited to keep everybody safely distanced. So rally your crew and let’s have some fun this winter!" By Alex Ballinger (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post via Getty Images)

January 28, 2021





Live: 2021 UCI Cyclocross World Championships - Oostende 2021.

(cyclocross.social)overlay"The 2021 UCI Cyclocross World Championships will be held in Oostende, Belgium on the 30th and 31st January 2021.

Schedule:

U23 Women’s: Saturday 30, 13:30 CET / 07:30 EST.
Elite Women’s: Saturday 30, 15:00 CET / 09:00 EST.

U23 Men’s: Sunday 31, 13:30 CET / 07:30 EST.
Elite Men’s: Sunday 31, 1500 CET / 09:00 EST." (cyclocross.social) (Credit not Found)

January 28, 2021





How to watch the Grand Prix Marseillaise - Live stream.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The 2021 French calendar's traditional opening race, the Grand Prix Cycliste la Marseillaise, is due to take place on Sunday, January 31." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image)

January 28, 2021





Sodium bicarbonate can boost sprint performance by three per cent, says new study.

Byoverlay"During the testing protocol half of the group ingested 300mg per kilogram of body weight of sodium bicarbonate, 150mg per kg before the test and 150mg per kg during the three hour simulated bike race." By Paul Knott (cyclingweekly.com)(Image by Dan Gould)

January 28, 2021


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Six riders who could replace Tom Dumoulin at the Tour de France.

Byoverlay"While the Dutch team have publicly and privately backed Dumoulin as he takes stock ahead of his next move, the reality is that they cannot wait until late July to see if the former Giro d'Italia winner will be eligible for the Tour." By Daniel Benson (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

January 28, 2021





Primoz Roglic opens up about defeat at the Tour de France.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Primož Roglič has spoken at length about losing the 2020 Tour de France to Tadej Pogačar in the final time trial, describing defeat as “brutal, devastating." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

January 28, 2021





Greg Van Avermaet gets taste of ‘wet’ cobbles in Paris Roubaix test.

(velonews.com)overlay"Ag2r Citroën tests tires, wheels on a soggy day over key sectors of Paris Roubaix route." (velonews.com) Photo: AG2R CITROEN TEAM / KBLB

January 28, 2021





Garry Wiggins: A Legend With A Tragic End.

Byoverlay"Gary Wiggins, father of the Olympic pursuit champion, Bradley Wiggins, rode 73 sixes in his career, including a win at Bremen in 1985 with Britain’s Tony Doyle." By Edmond Hood (pezcyclingnews.com)

January 28, 2021





Salsa Vaya: Steel is still real in 2021.

(velonews.com)overlay"The triple-butted CroMoly frame geometry was designed for stable handling when riding loaded on rough surfaces." (velonews.com) Photo: Courtesy Salsa Cycles

January 28, 2021





Rotor’s new Aldhu Carbon modular crankset works with nearly everything.

Byoverlay"Well-known for its prowess crafting components from machined aluminum, Spanish component brand Rotor is finally making the leap to the composites world with a carbon fiber version of its Aldhu modular crankset." By James Huang (cyclingtips.com) (Photography by James Huang)

January 28, 2021





road.cc’s Best Cycling Components of the Year 2020/21.

Byoverlay"We reviewed more components than ever before on road.cc in 2020 and here are the very best of them." By Liam Cahill (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)

January 28, 2021





Enve expands Foundation mid-price carbon range with two new gravel wheelsets.

byoverlay"The new AG25 and AG28 carbon wheelsets are made in Utah, and include some of the same technologies found on the brand’s top-end G23 and G27 wheelsets." by Ronan Mc Laughlin (cyclingtips.com) photo by Enve

January 28, 2021





PNW Components Coast Handlebar.

Byoverlay"An excellent way to get more control and comfort for rougher rides, with lots of space for bar toys." By Mike Stead (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)

January 28, 2021





Bike Test: Cannondale CAAD13.

(roadbikeaction.com)overlay"Cannondale’s latest CAAD release follows in line with the complete modernization on the road side that the brand has seen over the last couple of years." (roadbikeaction.com) (Credit not Found)

January 28, 2021





Decathlon embraces ‘circular economy’ with incentives to repair and recycle bikes.

Byoverlay"Seeks to encourage customers to recycle or repair their bikes, instead of buying new ones." By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan (cyclingweekly.com)Photo by Robert DEYRAIL/Gamma-Rapho via Getty Images

January 28, 2021


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Trek Segafredo increases women’s base salary to equal male teammates.

Byoverlay"As published on the UCI website, men's WorldTour teams are obliged to pay their riders a base wage of €40,045 (employed) or €65,673 (self-employed)." By Kirsten Frattini (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Trek Segafredo)

January 28, 2021





Utah cyclists may be allowed to pass stops signs to make the roads safer.

Byoverlay"The Utah House of Representatives will now consider a new change to the law to allow cyclists to pass through stop signs as if they are yield signs if the road is clear of proceeding traffic." By Alex Ballinger (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by Jonathan Devich/Getty Images)

January 28, 2021





Peter Sagan suffers training crash on 31st birthday.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Peter Sagan turned 31 on Tuesday, but his celebrations were dampened by a crash during a pre-season ride." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

January 28, 2021





No Under 23 world title for Eekhoff: Appeal reaches dead end at CAS.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Fourteen months after appealing to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) over his controversial disqualification from the 2019 World Championships Under 23 road race, Nils Eekhoff's case has been deemed inadmissible." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image)

January 28, 2021





CPA’s Gianni Bugno blames barriers, not Dylan Groenewegen for severity of Poland crash.

(velonews.com)overlay"Reacting to press reports that Groenewegen allegedly received death threats and required police protection in the wake of the horrific crash last summer, Bugno insisted it was the barriers that led to the severe injuries." (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

January 28, 2021





2021 Team Preview: Alé BTC Ljubljana Cipollini.

Byoverlay"The team is heading into their second season as a Women's WorldTeam after they combined forces between the former teams Alé Cipollini and BTC Ljubljana in 2020." By Kirsten Frattini (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

January 28, 2021





Cycling’s anti-doping arm fully operational under ITA since January.

Byoverlay"The move sees the shuttering of the Cycling Anti-Doping Foundation, which was created as an independent body in 2008, with 11 of its 13 staffers moving across to the ITA, a new anti-doping body that is positioned within the larger Olympic movement." By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)

January 28, 2021





Cipollini MCM AllRoad: Mama Mia! Our Ultimate Gravel Bike.

(pelotonmagazine.com)overlay"We loved the design of this frame from the first time we saw it. The 40mm tire clearance makes this an all-around bike - a category often capped at 35mm or 38mm tires." (pelotonmagazine.com) (Credit not Found)

January 28, 2021





The Best Things To Carry On Every Ride in 2021.

(Imageoverlay"It’s not just about flat repair it’s about being self-sufficient. I don’t try to cover every scenario but I do try to be reasonably prepared for a wide range of possible needs." (Image Credit not Found) By Josh Ross (cycletechreview.com)

January 28, 2021








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Suzanne Morphew Vanished in May - and Community Wants to Keep Her on People's Minds.

Byoverlay"Morphew’s bike, according to CBS4 Denver and Fox 21, and a "personal item," according to the Chaffee County Sheriff's Office, were recovered during a search near her Maysville home, but little else is known about her disappearance." By KC Bake (people.com) Photo: Inside Edition

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