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March 18, 2020 March
18, 2020
Dirty Kanza 2020: ‘We’re leaning
more toward yes than no.’
"But
as concerns over the coronavirus grow and
recommendations for social distancing evolve,
the organizers of the world's marquee gravel
event know that things could change at any
minute."
(velonews.com) (Betsy Welch)
March
18, 2020
10 ways to win Milan San Remo.
"Milan’s
Piazza Castello will be empty on Saturday
morning. Nobody will stop at Masone, at the
foot of the Turchino, for the risotto
traditionally laid on for race followers by
Gigi Belcredi. There will be no tifosi atop
the Poggio. The Via Roma finish will be eerily
silent."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini
Photo)
March
18, 2020
The 2020 Cycling All-Stars! So
Far!
"So
who was the best GC rider? To me it was Nairo
Quintana with Remco, Yates, and Foogs tied for
2nd. An argument could be made for each." (podiumcafe.com)
Photo by ALAIN JOCARD/AFP via Getty Images
March
18, 2020
Simon Clarke: ‘There’s much more
important things than racing a pushbike.’
"Simon
Clarke (EF Pro Cycling) started the season in
imposing form. He took second on a stage at
Etoile de Besseges, likewise on a stage of the
Tour du Haut Var, and then won the Royal
Bernard Drome Classic at his first attempt." (cyclingtips.com)
Photography by Boucles Drome Ardèche / James
Startt / Agence Zoom, Kristof Ramon & Cor
Vos
March
18, 2020
Tour of Flanders 2020 and Amstel
Gold Race officially canceled.
"Organizers
have announced that the Belgian cobbled
Monument would be called off as the federal
government extended restrictions to combat the
spread of coronavirus."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Photo: Yuzuru Sunada)
March
18, 2020
Fabian Cancellara’s new Gore Wear
collection released.
"Fabian
Cancellara really needs no introduction. The
Swiss cycling legend has a palmarès longer
than most and had a professional career topped
with multiple rainbow bands and culminating in
Olympic glory in 2016."
(cyclingweekly.com) (James Bracey)
March
18, 2020
Free Workout Streaming Services
You Can Isolate With at Home.
"Let’s
get ready to isolate! The coronavirus pandemic
has many gyms closing - either out of
precaution or due to local health orders - and
has us cyclists practicing social distancing
to help mitigate the virus spread. But that
doesn’t mean working out safely has to stop." (bicycling.co.za)
Jordan Smith
March
18, 2020
Column
Two
Quinn Simmons in at the deep end
but not out of his depth in debut WorldTour
season.
"It’s
a case of ‘business as usual’ for Quinn
Simmons as he races his first season in the
WorldTour. There’s just a little more training
to do, and a little more racing to be had." (velonews.com)
(Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
March
18, 2020
Ellingworth: Teams have to be
ready for when racing restarts.
"Uncertainty
shrouds the world of professional cycling as
races are postponed and riders are put under
lockdown but teams will need to be ready to
race again once the current coronavirus
pandemic passes, according to Bahrain
McLaren’s Rod Ellingworth."
(cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)
March
18, 2020
2020 CyclingTips Gravel Bike Field
Test: Is MTB geometry good for gravel?
"Any
bike can be upgraded and customized as
nauseam, but outside of minor tweaks, the
geometry is set in stone. If the handling
isn’t how you like it on day one, it’ll still
be that way a year later."
(cyclingtips.com) (Photography by James Huang)
March
18, 2020
Bontrager Ballista Knit shoes.
"A brief look at Bontrager's featherweight Ballista Knit shoes, complete with a novel Boa position, DWR-coated knit upper and included overshoes." (cyclingnews.com) (Image: © Josh Croxton) March
18, 2020
Pro Mountain Biker Sonya Looney
Talks Pedaling Through Her Pregnancy.
"I
feel good and comfortable on my bike. I
definitely can feel the extra weight uphill,
and I don’t feel nearly as powerful, but I
actually feel balanced on trails and more or
less like myself on the descents." (bicycling.co.za)
(Selene Yeager)
March
18, 2020
The best smart bikes for Zwift: A
head-to-head group test.
"We
tell you what we like and don't like about the
Wahoo Kickr Bike, the StagesBike, the Tacx Neo
Smart Bike, and the Wattbike Atom." (velonews.com)
(Photo: Brad Kaminski)
March
18, 2020
Rudy Project Cutline sunglasses
review.
"Rudy Project is one of the founding proponents of the cycling sunglasses movement, having risen to prominence during the '90s in an effort to thwart Oakley's dominance in the professional rungs." (cyclingnews.com) (Image: © Aaron Borrill) March
18, 2020
Virtually ride the Milan Sanremo
route from home.
"The
beloved Milan Sanremo race, one of cycling’s
five monument classics and was cancelled this
year due to the global coronavirus pandemic.
The race, scheduled for March 21, was the
first monument to be cancelled since the
Second World War."
(cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo: RCS sports
March
18, 2020
Bigla Katusha's Elise Chabbey on
the front lines of coronavirus response.
"Bigla
Katusha rider Elise Chabbey graduated from
medical school recently but had planned to
take the summer to devote herself to cycling
before taking up the profession. The
coronavirus pandemic has changed all that for
the Swiss rider."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
March
18, 2020
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March
18, 2020
Lappartient says Monuments and
shortened Giro d'Italia could be held in Autumn.
"David
Lappartient has said that the postponed
Monuments and a shortened Giro d'Italia could
now be held in the Autumn as part of plans to
extend and redesign the professional cycling
season due to the impact of the coronavirus
pandemic on spring racing."
(cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)
March
18, 2020
Restrictions on cycling outdoors
extended to Andorra.
"Andorra
joins Spain in banning cycling during crisis,
while pros can still ride in Italy, but often
to nasty looks and rude comments." (velonews.com)
(Getty Images)
March
18, 2020
Australian national team staff
member tests positive for coronavirus.
"The
Adelaide-based man was diagnosed with COVID-19
on the night of March 16, which was 12 days
after his return to Australia from Germany on
March 4."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)
March
18, 2020
How is the virus affecting the
bike industry?
"The
traditional spring calendar of bike launches
has been replaced by a scrap to get hold of
each new bike in time for its launch date."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Michelle Arthurs-Brennan)
March
18, 2020
Corona Talk with James Shaw of
Riwal Readynez.
"No
races at the moment and the World of cycle
sport has stopped. What do the riders think?
Ed Hood tracked down James Shaw of the Danish
Riwal Readynez team to get his lowdown on the
lockdown."
(pezcyclingnews.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
March
18, 2020
Should you train harder or cut
down on workouts to strengthen your immune
system?
"As
a cyclist you may be thinking that this is a
good time to get in some quality training.
Trainer rides seem like an ideal way to kill
excessive amounts of time at home, but how
will changing your training routine affect
your immune system?"
(cyclingmagazine.ca) Lily Hansen-Gillis
March
18, 2020
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March 17, 2020 March
17, 2020
Rejuvenated Quintana aiming high
for Tour de France.
"Nairo
Quintana is back with a bang. After a fallow
few years with Team Movistar, the Colombian is
back to his best with his new Arkea Samsic
team - and they are hoping his early-season
form carries through to the Tour de France
this summer."
(velonews.com) (Photo: James Startt)
March
17, 2020
Itzulia Basque Country asks UCI
for new date in 2020.
"The
race - also known as the Vuelta al País Vasco
- was set to be held between the 6th and the
11th of April and its organization will follow
the guidelines set by the local and the
national government of Spain, deciding as such
to adjourn the competition."
(cyclingpub.com) Photo by ASO/Karenn EDWARDS
March
17, 2020
Form ranking: Tour de France 2020
contenders.
"It's
mid-March, time for our first look at how the
Tour de France GC contenders are shaping up so
far. It's a strange opening edition of our
form ranking, with Covid-19 wiping out the
racing calendar for the rest of March and also
already having an affect on the next few
months, too."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
March
17, 2020
Stages Dash L50 & M50 GPS Bike
Computer In-Depth Review.
"It’s
been nearly a year since the Stages Dash L50
& M50 started shipping, back in June 2019,
which was almost a year after they were
announced at Eurobike 2018."
(dcrainmaker.com)
March
17, 2020
Why cycling solo is better than
group rides.
"While group riding is enjoyable, sometimes all you need is a bit of solitude." (cyclist.co.uk) (Joe Robinson) March
17, 2020
Race organizers struggle to figure
out next steps amid cancellations.
"The
term ‘Social distancing’ wasn’t in my
vocabulary until two weeks ago,” says Tim
Farrar, race director of the cancelled Paris
to Ancaster event. “It’s really a question of
doing the right thing - it would be
irresponsible to go ahead with the race."
(cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo: Lauren Daniells
March
17, 2020
Coronavirus: Riders in lockdown
get creative with entertainment and training.
"With
the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic forcing
races to be postponed, and governments around
Europe having to mandate isolation and social
distancing measures in response, teams and
riders everywhere have been finding
alternative methods to cope."
(cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)
March
17, 2020
Column
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What’s Next?
"Races
are being cancelled, riders are under
lockdown. There are bigger things to worry
about than bicycle races but they’re both a
welcome distraction and a precursor of
economic woes ahead."
(inrng.com) (ASO)
March
17, 2020
Mitchelton Scott still racing…. on
Zwift.
"Mitchelton
Scott may not be racing on the road through
March after coronavirus put an end to
forthcoming races, but the Australian team is
keeping its riders busy racing on virtual
training platform Zwift."
(velonews.com)
March
17, 2020
Trentin: Coronavirus goes beyond
cycling, beyond sport.
"To
be honest it’s really chaotic. Now people are
realizing that this isn’t just a problem for
one set of people, but that it’s a problem for
everyone."
(cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)
March
17, 2020
How to hold a group ride on Zwift.
"There
are a number of ways meet up with friends on
Zwift: You can agree to meet at a certain
point on a course at a certain time (make sure
you all choose the same route), you can use
the Ride With feature to join someone riding
when you log into Zwift, you can join an
organized event, or you can create a MeetUp."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Alex Ballinger)
March
17, 2020
The best aluminium road bikes in
2020.
"With
the widespread use of carbon, some dismiss
aluminium as only good enough for entry-level
road bikes. However, the best aluminium road
bikes can be - and often are - better than
entry-level carbon road bikes."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Specialized)
March
17, 2020
Bradley Wiggins: Coronavirus could
be devastating for riders' livelihoods.
"If
something like the Tour de France was to go
[be canceled] at the expense of the virus, it
would be a great shame for the riders
considering the amount of work they have put
in," the now-retired rider said." (cyclingnews.com)
(Getty Images Sport)
March
17, 2020
Bowflex C6 Bike Review: Pros,
Cons, Price, Features & Specs.
"The Bowflex C6 provides all of the features and technology that you would expect to come with a high-end exercise bike but at a much lower price." (prowomenscycling.com) Chelsey March
17, 2020
Best bike pumps: The best
mini-pumps, floor pumps and CO2 inflators.
"Choosing
the best bike pump is very much dependent on
your tire inflation needs. If you're looking
for a pump to quickly top up your tires before
you head out the door, you'll likely want a
floor pump."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Josh Croxton)
March
17, 2020
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March
17, 2020
WADA monitoring anti-doping
testing gaps as coronavirus locks down entire
countries.
"The
organizers of the 2020 Tokyo Olympic and
Paralympic Games insist that there is "no need
to take drastic action" in postponing the
Games, WADA is monitoring the anti-doping
controls to detect any testing 'gaps'." (cyclingnews.com)
(News18.com)
March
17, 2020
Which races have been canceled?
Full list of events called off because of
coronavirus.
"The
constant evolution of the coronavirus
situation means it’s hard to keep up with the
impact it’s having on the cycling world."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty
Images)
March
17, 2020
Ulissi: We have to accept that the
2020 season could be cancelled altogether.
"The
Italian only returned to his home in Lugano,
Switzerland on Sunday, meeting his recently
born daughter for the first time. On Tuesday,
he spoke to Il Tirreno, the newspaper
from his home town in Tuscany."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
March
17, 2020
Life Under Lockdown.
"From
Vancouver to Phoenix, Ontario to DC, Italy,
Spain, Israel and Asia - the corona virus has
impacted all our lives in some way - here’s
how it looks from where we stand."
(pezcyclingnews.com) Stefan Pöll
March
17, 2020
A day to remember: Milan San Remo
2017.
"In
2017 it's Milan San Remo, one of cycling’s
great Monuments and a race we are probably
unlikely to witness again until 2021. It
should have taken place this Saturday but
instead, we will be missing its first edition
since 1945."
(cyclist.co.uk)
March
17, 2020
Bike of the Week - J.Laverack
Grit.
"J.Laverack
is a small UK brand that produces rather tasty
titanium bikes. The brand offers standard
builds, but gives riders a wealth of options
to choose from to tailor things to their
specific desires, from minor spec tweaks to
full custom geometry."
(bikeradar.com) Simon Bromley / Immediate
Media
March
17, 2020
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March 16, 2020 Five conclusions from Paris Nice.
"From
stage 1 in Plaisir to the final stage, which
came a day early on the summit finish of
Valdeblore La Colmiane on Saturday, there was
drama, excitement and surprise on every day of
the race."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
March
16, 2020
Thomas De Gendt uploads monster
Paris Nice stage seven ride to Strava.
"Thomas
De Gendt (Lotto Soudal) was turning heads. The
breakaway king decided to head into the days
break with riders such as Julian Alaphilippe
(Deceuninck Quick Step), who was throwing it
all on the line to try and take GC victory."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty
Images)
March
16, 2020
Nibali heads home satisfied but
unsure when he’ll race again.
"Much
like the rest of the international peloton,
the Italian star doesn’t know what’s coming
next as Spain joined Italy over the weekend in
a nationwide lockdown to try to rein in the
coronavirus health crisis."
(velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
March
16, 2020
Inside The Mid South’s decision to
proceed as the coronavirus escalated.
"The
Mid South was held as the global pandemic
around COVID-19 escalated. This is what the
race promoters, local authorities, and
participants had to say about the event." (velonews.com)
Ben Delaney , Betsy Welch
March
16, 2020
Fizik Vento Powerstrap R2
Aeroweave shoe review: Perfect for summertime
heat.
"The
Vento Powerstrap R2 Aeroweave is unusual for a
number of reasons. First and foremost, there’s
that crazy-looking upper material." (cyclingtips.com)
Photography by James Huang
March
16, 2020
Battle of the electric tire
inflators: Fumpa vs Xiaomi Mijia.
"It’s
no secret that I’m a fan of the Fumpa portable
air pump, a handheld device that lets you
accurately check and top up tire pressure with
the press of a button. As one of my most loved
products of 2019, I regularly use it instead
of a floor pump."
(cyclingtips.com)Photography by Dave Rome
March
16, 2020
The best gravel bike shoes -
cycling shoes for gravel riding.
"The
best gravel bike shoes are an amalgamation of
road cycling shoes and mountain bike shoes,
cherrypicking key features from each to create
the perfect mix of weight, stiffness,
durability and grip."
(cyclingnews.com) (Courtesy)
March
16, 2020
Column
Two
Cycling During Coronavirus: Habits
Cyclists Should Avoid.
"Coronavirus
is slowly but surely spreading to most
countries around the world. There’s no reason
to panic, but we need to address some
important things and learn how to act in order
to protect ourselves and others."
(bicycle-guider.com) Jeff Balton
March
16, 2020
‘Of course we are going for the
Tour de France victory’: Reborn Nairo Quintana
sets sights on yellow jersey.
"Many
were left confused when Quintana opted for
ProTeam outfit Arkéa Samsic as his destination
away from Movistar, yet the Colombian’s
results so far indicate the partnership will
be a fruitful one."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Alain Jocard/AFP via
Getty Images)
March
16, 2020
'For now, planning is useless'
says Groupama FDJ boss Marc Madiot.
"As
part of an interview published on his team's
website, Madiot explained that many of his
Groupama FDJ riders had intentionally followed
a light January/February race program in order
to try to hit the ground running for the
bigger events in March."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
March
16, 2020
Coronavirus: Higuita, Quintana
face isolation after returning home from Paris
Nice.
"Quintana
made an announcement on Twitter: "After giving
my country one more joy yesterday, I will
comply with the 14 days of preventive
isolation that I have been told about for when
I return to Colombia. Thank you for always
supporting me."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
March
16, 2020
3T Strada Concept 3 limited
edition teases new Aeroflux aero, ergo road
handlebars.
"Apparently dubbed the Aeroflux, it is said to take all the ergonomic performance of the recent SuperErgo bars and add in aerodynamic shaping. From an angle it looks like the new bike should keep the similar ‘Drop Grip’ shape of the prior bar, with a flat spot behind the hoods transitioning into a tight upper bend & more open lower bend of the drops." (bikerumor.com) (Cory Benson) March
16, 2020
The great chainring debate: Oval
or round?
"Oval
chainrings can protect your knees and balance
your pedal stroke. But are they worth the
price?"
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Aaron
Borrill)
March
16, 2020
DL Killer unveil gold KS2 race
shoes.
"DL
Killer today announced the release of its new
KS2 performance cycling shoe with a carbon
sole, Atop dial adjustment, and a laminated
leather upper. If you think you're likely to
spend a lot of time on the turbo in the near
future, at least your shiny new shoes won't
get dirty."
(road.cc) (Mat Brett)
March
16, 2020
Hexr Helmet Review.
"The
Hexr features a custom 3D printed fit and is
constructed with an innovative cell structure
that is 26% safer than traditional helmets.
Plus the main body is manufactured from castor
oil rather than EPS."
(cycletechreview.com)
March
16, 2020
Column
Three
Remco Evenepoel: The peloton’s
perspective.
"How
far can Remco go? How do you manage a talent
so young? Should he race a grand tour in his
sophomore season? VeloNews asked some
of those inside the peloton."
(velonews.com) Photo: James Startt
March
16, 2020
Race cancellations expand into
late April and May.
"The
cancellation of the 2020 Tour de Romandie,
scheduled from April 28 to May 3, and the
postponement of the Tour of the Alps from its
spring date of April 20-24, have extended the
loss of major men's and women's professional
races into late April and early May." (cyclingnews.com)
(Bettini Photo)
March
16, 2020
Coronavirus restrictions stops
Spanish riders training, sparks abuse of Italian
riders outdoors.
"Some
Italian riders have faced verbal abuse from
uninformed members of the public, who thought
they were not respecting the strict decree on
movement."
(cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)
March
16, 2020
Gorka Izagirre seeks clarification
as to whether he can train outside in Spain or
not.
"Over
the weekend Spain declared a state of
emergency that requires everyone in the
country to stay home for two weeks and bans
cyclists from riding."
(cyclingmagazine.ca) (Getty Images)
March
16, 2020
Van Vleuten leaves altitude camp
just as coronavirus restrictions close in.
"The
Dutchwoman is not the only professional who
had to make a quick exit: Alex Dowsett (Israel
Start-Up Nation) is finally en route to the UK
from Lanzarote after scrambling to find a
flight out."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
March
16, 2020
Calfee Tetra Adventure Classic.
"Calfee
is of course the famous NorCal builder who
made carbon fiber history when he supplied
Greg LeMond and the Z Team with a fleet of his
full carbon frames in the 1991 Tour de
France."
(roadbikeaction.com)
March
16, 2020
The $100 Bucket List.
"Specialized
Airnet vs. Giro Syntax vs. Bontrager Starvos.
What we have here are three similarly priced
helmets that for us represent the place we
would start at when in the market for a new
lid."
(roadbikeaction.com)
March
16, 2020
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