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Today's Trending Photos: Ted King's custom-painted Cannondale SuperX gravel bike. Mathieu van der Poel tops Wout van Aert in tight sprint. Crash mode activation stalls Cavagna attack at Paris Nice. Paris Nice stage 6: Primoz Roglic wins stage 6. Column
One
March
12, 2021
March 12,
2021
Primož Roglič punches to stage win on late
attack, extends overall lead.
"Primož
Roglič (Jumbo Visma) took the victory from the group
gallop in an uphill finish on stage 6 of Paris Nice,
extending his overall lead to 41 seconds."
(velonews.com) Photo: Anne-Christine Poujoulat - Pool/Getty Images March 12, 2021
Paris Nice stage 6: Primoz Roglic wins stage
6.
"Roglic
won that sprint with disarming ease to add another 10
seconds in time bonuses to his overall lead. His partner
and infant son are the first people to greet the yellow
jersey after he crosses the line."
By Daniel Benson (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport) March 12, 2021
Paris Nice: Brandon McNulty crashes out of
stage 6.
"American
rider was leading best young rider's category and poised
for the podium in third overall."
(velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found) March 12, 2021
Final two stages of Paris Nice altered due
to lockdown.
"The
mayor of Nice, Christian Estrosi, said earlier in the
week he wasn’t keen on the idea of the race finishing on
the Promenade des Anglais in the middle of the city in
order to keep the area open to residents."
By Jonny Long (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo: Bas Czerwinski/Getty Images) March 12, 2021
Cyclist’s 31 Inspirational Women No12:
Ashleigh Moolman-Pasio.
"Africa's
most successful female pro rider, who went from hating
indoor training to become UCI Esports World Champion."
By Maria David (cyclist.co.uk) (Getty Images Sport) March 12, 2021
Life Time launches Her Summit, a virtual
retreat for women in endurance sports.
"The
March 19-21 event is affordable and packed with sessions
led by experts and leaders in cycling, running, and
endurance sports."
(velonews.com) Photo: Linda Guerette March 12, 2021
Rotor ALDHU Carbon cranks.
"Rotor
has upped the ante with the ALDHU Carbon cranks - a
lightweight, modular system designed to improve pedaling
stiffness and minimize power loss."
By Aaron Borrill (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Aaron Borrill) March 12, 2021
Carbon gravel rims from WTB, a cunning
luggage solution from Tailfin and a Manfrotto monopod.
"As
another week draws to a close let’s take a look back at
the most popular stories to hit BikeRadar’s virtual
columns before checking out the hottest new bike gear to
land with our testers."
By Oli Woodman, Max Wilman (bikeradar.com) FotoJet March 12, 2021
Best gravel wheels: Our pick of the best
gravel bike wheels for racing and adventure riding.
"Fitting
your bike with the best gravel wheels can offer huge
improvements in performance, weight, durability and
traction"
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Colin Strickland) March 12, 2021
Breathable Cycling Masks 2021 - NAROOMASK.
"For
those of us who like to commute to and from work or ride
in milder weather, the reversible F1S is a 2-in-1 deal
especially suited for cyclists."
Press Release (pezcyclingnews.com) March 12, 2021
Paris Nice 2021 Live Dashboard.
"Friday March 12th (Brignoles → Biot, 203 km). Stage
6
starts at 10:55
CET (1:55 AM PST).
Earliest
live video: 14:15 CET (5:15 AM PST).
Approximate finish: 16:01 CET (7:01 AM PST)." (steephill.tv) (cyclingfans.com) March 12, 2021
Column
Two
March 12,
2021
Mathieu van der Poel tops Wout van Aert in
tight sprint.
"Mathieu
van der Poel sprinted past Wout van Aert to win stage 3
of Tirreno Adriatico to net his third road victory of
2021."
(velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images) March 12, 2021
Tirreno Adriatico: Mathieu van Per Poel wins
stage 3.
"Boom.
Van der Poel wins it! He was on Van Aert's wheel and
then accelerated to victory. He went deep but is happy
to win."
By Stephen Puddicombe (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) March 12, 2021
Too clever by half: Alaphilippe’s Tirreno
sit-up backfires.
"Alaphilippe
tried to get a stage win for his teammate Stybar with a
clever sit-up maneuver. It didn't work."
By Caley Fretz (cyclingtips.com) (Image Credit not Found) March 12, 2021
Where’s Marc Hirschi? Swiss star to make
long-awaited debut at Volta a Catalunya.
"Cycling’s
“bigs” have been swinging for the fences since racing
resumed last month. Julian Alaphilippe, Tadej Pogačar,
Mathieu van der Poel and Wout van Aert are already
hitting home runs in the opening days of 2021."
By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) Photo: uaeteamemirates / Fizzaphoto March 12, 2021
Women’s edition of Mont Ventoux Challenge to
take place in 2022.
"The
race will be held alongside the men's race as the
organizers also aim to be part of the UCI ProSeries."
By Tim Bonville-Ginn (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by SYLVAIN THOMAS/AFP via Getty Images) March 12, 2021
Cecilie Uttrup Ludwig: Women’s prize amounts
send the wrong message.
"Danish
rider raises option of UCI action to help address huge
discrepancy between men's and women's prize purses."
By Simone Giuliani (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) March 12, 2021
Peloton: Your ultimate guide.
"Peloton
has become one of the leaders of at-home workouts for
cyclists, runners, yoga enthusiasts, and everyone in
between, and over three million users have participated
in the live and at-home workout sessions."
By Zach Nehr (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Peloton) March 12, 2021
Gravel on TV: SBT GRVL to air two-hour live
broadcast.
"SBT
GRVL and its sponsor Wahoo Fitness will produce a
two-hour live broadcast of the gravel race in Steamboat
Springs, Colorado when some 3,000 riders are slated to
take the start line on August 15, 2021."
By Ben Delaney (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found) March 12, 2021
Yamaha Civante eBike Review.
"The
Yamaha Civante is an aluminum-frame electric road bike
with pedal assist up to 28 mph. The motor delivers a
range of 250 to 500 watts of power."
By Brian Blair (cyclevolta.com) Yamaha Power Assist Bicycles March 12, 2021
Profile Designs drives new gravel ergonomics
with DRV/GRM bars & Neosonic aerobars.
"I
installed the Profile Designs DRV/GRM bar on my gravel /
cross
/ everything rig. I’ve had the same 42cm short, shallow
bar on this particular bike for many seasons, and I was
sure I’d notice a difference right away."
By Jordan Villella (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) March 12, 2021
2021 Tirreno Adriatico Live Feed.
"Tirreno Adriatico 2021 - stage 3 (Monticiano → Gualdo Tadino, 189 km).
Friday, March 12th, Stage 3 starts at 11:45 CET (2:45 AM
PST).
Earliest live video: 13:15 CET (4:15 AM PST). Approximate finish: 16:14 CET (7:14 AM PST)." (cycling.today) (cyclingfans.com) March 12, 2021
Column
Three
Van Dijk hangs on for the GC while Uneken
wins Healthy Ageing Tour final stage for SDWorx.
"Strength
in depth shows for SDWorx, while Van Dijk shows her
personal strength for a record fourth GC."
By Owen Rogers (cyclingweekly.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images) March 12, 2021
Dr Richard Freeman found guilty of ordering
testosterone ‘knowing or believing’ it was for performance
enhancement.
"The
former chief doctor for Team Sky and British Cycling was
found guilty by the Medical Practitioners Tribunal
Service on Friday."
By Richard Windsor (cyclingweekly.com) (Picture: PA Wire/PA Images) March 12, 2021
Shane Sutton: Freeman case has cast a shadow
over Team Sky and British Cycling.
"The
tribunal had found that you, Dr Freeman placed the
order, and obtained the Testogel, knowing or believing
it was to be administered to an athlete to improve their
athletic performance."
By Daniel Benson (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) March 12, 2021
Ineos Grenadiers respond to Richard Freeman
guilty verdict.
"Ineos
on Friday afternoon released a statement saying that it
is “very clear” that Freeman “fell short of the ethical
standards required of him as a doctor” but said they did
not believe there was evidence to support the finding
that any athlete used Testogel or any other performance
enhancing substances."
By Richard Windsor (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images) March 12, 2021
Prudhomme: 'Van der Poel is an immense boost
for cycling.'
"Speaking
in Châlon-sur-Saône prior to the start of the fourth
stage of Paris Nice, the Tour de France boss couldn’t
hide his delight about the fact that the Dutchman is due
to make his Tour de France debut this summer with his
Alpecin Fenix team."
By Peter Cossins (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) March 12, 2021
New Shimano Dura-Ace: with a week to go
until Shimano’s 100th anniversary, what do we know?
"On
March 21 Shimano celebrates its centenary - will it
launch the new Dura-Ace at the same time? Here's what we
know so far."
By Simon Smythe (cyclingweekly.com) (Image Credit not Found) March 12, 2021
Inside the Belgian ‘conspiracy’ at Paris
Nice.
"Bunch
of Belgian brawlers launch pre-planned attack to spice
up snoozy day in Paris Nice."
By Jim Cotton (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found) March 12, 2021
Gear Break: KASK Wasabi, Hiplok, Flite
Boost, Nathan Sports, Smith Optics & SockGuy.
"Gear Break: More new and exciting kit." By PEZ Crew (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) March 12, 2021
Statewide Hearing to Re-Open Sports to Be
Held / Cyclists Needed to Sign the Petition.
"A California
Coalition has a message
regarding the Statewide Hearing to Re-open Sports and a
petition to ”Re-Open Endurance Sports & Get
California Moving Again” that everyone is encouraged to
sign prior to March 17th."
(socalcycling.com) (Image Credit not Found) March 12, 2021
Miss Grape Internode 40.6 frame bag review.
"The
Miss Grape Internode 40.6 is a high-quality frame bag
that has a large, usable space with easy access, some
adjustment in how it can be secured to the frame, and
strong, durable fabrics."
By Matt Page (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) March 12, 2021
Column
One
March
11, 2021
March 11,
2021
Paris Nice stage 5: Sam Bennett takes sprint
win on perfect leadout, Primož Roglič retains overall
lead.
"Primož
Roglič (Jumbo Visma) retained his overall lead, but will
feel pressure in the final stages without his
superdomestique Tony Martin."
(velonews.com) (photo: bas czerwinski/getty images) March 11, 2021
Paris Nice: Sam Bennett wins stage 5.
"Second
stage win for Irishman as Roglic remains in race lead."
By Cyclingnews (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport) March 11, 2021
Paris Nice 2021 Live Dashboard.
"Thursday March 11th. Vienne → Bollène, 203 km. Stage
5
starts at 11:10
CET (2:10 AM PST).
Earliest
live video: 14:15 CET (5:15 AM PST).
Approximate finish: 15:56 CET (6:56 AM PST)." (steephill.tv) (cyclingfans.com) March 11, 2021
Crash mode activation stalls Cavagna attack
at Paris Nice.
"The
Frenchman initially thought the battery had died but
closer inspection from the Deceuninck Quick Step
mechanics showed that crash mode had been inadvertently
activated."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport) March 11, 2021
The Mayor of Nice requests relocation of
final stage of Paris Nice.
"At
the moment Nice is under strict weekend lockdown, as
well as a 6 pm to 6 am curfew. Estrosi said he would
like to allow citizens of Nice outside for three hours
on the weekends."
By Abby Mickey (cyclingtips.com) photography by Gruber Images March 11, 2021
Concussion - is enough being done to protect
the peloton?
"Quite
often you will hear phrases like “don’t show them you
are in pain” or “get straight back on the bike” as part
of the lexicon of group rides, race commentary or in the
wider media after a crash."
By Paul Knott (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by Anne-Christine Poujoulat - Pool/Getty Images) March 11, 2021
Meet Neve Bradbury, Canyon SRAM’s newest
rider.
"After
winning the Zwift Academy in December, the 18-year-old
Australian is about to begin her European career."
By Betsy Welch (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found) March 11, 2021
Meintjes: The plan is to prepare for the
Tour de France.
"South
African climber says he's not "flying" yet at
Paris-Nice, but results are hinting at a change of
fortune."
By Peter Cossins (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport) March 11, 2021
Do you need a women’s bike? Women’s-specific
vs unisex bikes.
"Some
women find that women’s-specific bikes work better for
them, and here’s why."
By Aoife Glass (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found) March 11, 2021
Rapha Deals: Big savings on Rapha clothing,
shoes, accessories and more.
"We
take a look at the Rapha deals available in the Archive
Sale and at various retailers around the world."
(cyclingnews.com)(Image credit: Rapha) March 11, 2021
Garmin vivoactive 4 smartwatch review.
"The
Garmin vivoactive 4 is a step-tracking GPS smartwatch
that's both functional and fashionable. Comfy to wear
and offering a range of features, it's a useful daily
fitness tracker."
By Rachael Wight (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) March 11, 2021
Column
Two
March 11,
2021
Tirreno Adriatico stage 2: Julian
Alaphilippe pips Mathieu van der Poel, Wout van Aert
retains lead.
"World
champion Julian Alaphilippe (Deceuninck Quick Step)
pipped an all-star podium to win Thursday’s hard-fought
second stage at Tirreno Adriatico."
(velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images) March 11, 2021
Tirreno Adriatico stage 2: What the stars
said after Thursday’s throw down.
"Julian
Alaphilippe, Wout van Aert, Tadej Pogačar and Greg Van
Avermaet shed light on the thrilling stage 2 finale at
Tirreno Adriatico."
(velonews.com) (Photo by Dario Belingheri - Pool/Getty Images) March 11, 2021
Tirreno Adriatico: Alaphilippe wins stage 2.
"World
champion mows down teammate Almeida in furious finale."
By Cyclingnews (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport) March 11, 2021
Peter Sagan says he’s ‘getting back the race
rhythm’ after forced break.
"The
former world champion returned to racing at Tirreno
Adriatico after testing positive for the virus earlier
this year."
By Alex Ballinger (cyclingweekly.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images) March 11, 2021
Cyclist’s 31 Inspirational Women No11:
Jeannie Longo.
"An
all-time great who set the benchmark for today's
generation of female pro riders and is still competing
to this day."
By Maria David (cyclist.co.uk) Photography: Offside March 11, 2021
Adrie van der Poel On Son Mathieu.
"Raymond
Poulidor was his grandfather and Adrie van der Poel is
his father. Adrie and Mathieu are very similar,
cyclocross background and a similar look on a road
bike."
By Alastair Hamilton (pezcyclingnews.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) March 11, 2021
2021 Tirreno Adriatico Live Feed.
"Tirreno Adriatico 2021 - stage 2 (Camaiore → Chiusdino, 226 km).
Thursday, March 11th, Stage 1 starts at 11:15 CET (2:15
AM PST).
Earliest live video: 13:15 CET (4:15 AM PST). Approximate finish: 16:11 CET (7:11 AM PST)." (cycling.today) (cyclingfans.com) March 11, 2021
Spotlight: POC Devour sunglasses.
"POC’s
new Devour sunglasses are unabashedly large and in
charge, with a distinctly oversized shield-type lens
that offers a generous field of view."
By James Huang (cyclingtips.com) (Photography by James Huang) March 11, 2021
Specialized 2FO DH Flat shoe review.
"Well
damped yet communicative DH shoe that, thanks to
Specialized’s body geometry fit and third-generation
SlipNot ST rubber, keeps your feet well and truly glued
to the pedals."
By Graham Cottingham (cyclingnews.com) (Image: © Graham Cottingham) March 11, 2021
Salsa Warbird and and Stormchaser get a
refresh.
"The
Salsa Warbird is a carbon gravel racer that’s devoid of
chainstay and seatstay bridges which can accommodate
51mm tires for 650b tires and up to 45mm tires for
optimal mud clearance."
By Greg Kaplan (velonews.com) Photo: Salsa Cycles March 11, 2021
Wahoo Elemnt Rival smartwatch review.
"Wahoo
has distilled the Elemnt Rival into a performance-based
smartwatch, keeping features that most riders and
triathletes will appreciate, and getting rid of all the
extras."
By Colin Levitch (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Colin Levitch) March 11, 2021
Saddle sores 101: How to prevent and treat
all undercarriage-related discomfort.
"Saddle
sores and labial discomfort can be caused by extended
periods on the saddle. Here’s how to deal with them."
By Mildred Locke (cyclingnews.com)(Image credit: Prologo) March 11, 2021
Column
Three
March 11,
2021
Healthy Ageing Tour: Ellen van Dijk wins
time trial.
"The
Dutch specialist won the 14.4km time trial with a time
of 20:53, beating nearest rivals Amy Pieters (SD Worx)
by 26 seconds and Lisa Brennauer (Ceratizit WNT) by 30
seconds."
By Kirsten Frattini (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) March 11, 2021
Stage 2 of Healthy Ageing Tour delayed due
to extreme weather.
"The
organization confirmed that they have used the Extreme
Weather Protocol in the delay of stage 2, with the
priority given to riders' health and safety."
By Kirsten Frattini (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bert Geerts/dcp-bertgeerts@xs4all.nl) March 11, 2021
Brandon McNulty on 2021 Giro d’Italia: ‘I
hope to move up into the top-10.’
"A
strong time trialist with improving climbing skills, the
22-year-old WorldTour sophomore is putting a return to
the Giro d’Italia this season at the center of his 2021
goals."
By Andrew Hood, James Startt (velonews.com) (Photo: James Startt) March 11, 2021
Why Dutch riders are dominating the women’s
peloton.
"Strong
institutional support and highly competitive national
team help fuel Dutch dominance."
By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) Photo: Bas Czerwinski/Getty Images March 11, 2021
Brent Copeland: Men's WorldTour teams should
invest in women’s cycling.
"Starting
a new organization scares a lot of them but that
shouldn’t be an excuse,' says general manager at Team
BikeExchange"
By Simone Giuliani (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Sara Cavallini) March 11, 2021
SRM X-Power SPD Power Meter In-Depth Review.
"While
the SRM X-Power is notable as the first SPD based pedal
power meter, it’s also notable for SRM themselves: It’s
really their own design."
(dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker) March 11, 2021
When should I replace my wheel bearings?
Avoid a wheel write-off with these simple checks.
"Do
you ever check your wheel bearings? As long as the
wheels are still spinning, you’re all good, right? That
may not be the case."
By Liam Cahill (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) March 11, 2021
Giant Rev Pro MIPS helmet review: A top-end
option with a fussy fit.
"If
the lid fits, then you’ll likely be pleased with the
safety-conscious coverage, the robust retention system,
and the competitively airy feeling. The fit has its
quirks and the weight isn’t going to impress."
By Dave Rome (cyclingtips.com) photography by Dave Rome & Tim Bardsley-Smith March 11, 2021
Top deals and the best budget shoes
available today.
"Here
in our roundup of the best budget shoes, we've provided
the best of both worlds. It's always nice to get more
for your money, so to begin with, we've handpicked our
selection of the best deals on cycling shoes available
today."
(cyclingnews.com) (image credit: courtesy) March 11, 2021
FFWD Drift gravel wheels review.
"Seriously
tough and purposeful all-road wheels that are still
relatively light, ride comfortably and work with wide
tires. Pricing is competitive too but not as well
warrantied as some."
By Guy Kesteven (cyclingnews.com)(Image: © Guy Kesteven) March 11, 2021
10 Best recovery strategies.
"It
seems like recovery would be the easiest part of a
training program. Yet, so many people struggle to allow
adequate recovery. Recovery often gets overlooked, cut
short, or completely ignored."
By Hannah Finchamp (velonews.com) Photo: Brad Kaminski | VeloNews.com March 11, 2021
Column
One
March
10, 2021
Primož Roglič drops the entire field in
first climbing test.
"In
the first test of climbers’ legs at the 2021 Paris Nice,
Primož Roglič (Jumbo Visma) took the stage 4 win, on an
uphill attack at 3km to go."
(velonews.com) (Photo: Bas Czerwinski/Getty Images) March 10, 2021
March 10,
2021
Paris Nice: Primoz Roglic wins stage 4.
"Primož
Roglič (Jumbo Visma) stamped his authority on Paris
Nice, soloing to victory on the stage 4 summit finish
atop Chiroubles and taking over the race lead from
Stefan Bissegger (EF Education Nippo) in the process."
By Daniel Ostanek (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport) March 10, 2021
Tao Geoghegan Hart crashes out of Paris
Nice.
"Tao
Geoghegan Hart's Paris Nice came to an end on Wednesday
after the Ineos Grenadiers leader crashed on a descent
with 19km remaining on stage 4."
By Patrick Fletcher (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport) March 10, 2021
Suspected flat battery stalls Cavagna attack
at Paris Nice.
"Rémi
Cavagna (Deceuninck Quick Step) suffered a second
frustration in the space of 24 hours as his late attack
on stage 4 was brought to an abrupt halt when he got
stuck in the wrong gear."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport) March 10, 2021
Strong Teams Confirmed for the Inaugural
Maryland Cycling Classic.
"The
inaugural 110-mile, single-day Maryland Cycling Classic,
set to take place in Baltimore September 5, 2021, has
already confirmed five strong teams."
(pelotonmagazine.com) Image: Chris Auld March 10, 2021
UAE Emirates performance staff: ‘We’ve not
seen the best of Tadej Pogačar yet.’
"If
you think Pogačar is good now, wait for five years'
time, because UAE Emirates has big plans and a long-term
deal with the Tour de France champion."
By Jim Cotton (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) March 10, 2021
Is the Giro d’Italia Eclipsing the Tour de
France?
"You
don’t have to be a cycling enthusiast to recognize the
cachet of the Tour de France. It has become the gold
standard for cycling races and winning even a stage has
your name etched in the storied legacy of the event."
(socalcycling.com) (Image Credit not Found) March 10, 2021
Paris Nice 2021 Live Dashboard.
"Wednesday, March 10th. Chalon-sur-Saône → Chiroubles 188 km. Stage
4
starts at 11:10
CET (2:10 AM PST).
Earliest
live video: 14:15 CET (5:15 AM PST).
Approximate finish: 16:01 CET (7:01 AM PST)." (steephill.tv) (cyclingfans.com) (Credit not Found) March 10, 2021
Prime Primavera Aero handlebar review.
"The
Prime Primavera Aero is a budget-friendly, ergonomic
carbon aero handlebar, but how do they stack up against
the competition?"
By Colin Levitch (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Colin Levitch) March 10, 2021
Inside Ride E-Flex adds 3 dimensions to your
Wahoo trainer.
"The
unit gives riders the ability to naturally turn their
handlebars about 30 degrees and generate up to 6 degrees
of side-to-side rocking motion, all controlled by
handlebar pressure."
By Jordan Villella (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) March 10, 2021
Column
Two
‘Wout van Aert is not Pogačar or Bernal,
they will always have an advantage in Tirreno GC,’ says
sports director.
"The
Belgian star is looking to try his hand at going for the
general classification and started off with stage
success."
By Tim Bonville-Ginn (cyclingweekly.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images) March 10, 2021
March 10,
2021
Tirreno Adriatico: Wout Van Aert wins stage
1.
"Wout
van Aert (Jumbo Visma) showed his sub-par Strade Bianche
was just a warm-up, and the Belgian talent dominated the
opening bunch sprint in Camaiore to take the first stage
win and leader's jersey of the 2021 Tirreno Adriatico."
By Laura Weislo (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Jumbo Visma) March 10, 2021
Philippe Gilbert on Mathieu van der Poel and
Wout van Aert: ‘They are not afraid to attack.’
"Veteran
Belgian keen to take it to new generation of classics
stars as he enters pivotal season to finish off his
'monument sweep."
By Andrew Hood, James Startt (velonews.com) (Photo: James Startt) March 10, 2021
Jolien D'Hoore wins Healthy Ageing Tour
opener.
"It
was pretty hectic and the speed was very high. I'm
pretty happy to take the win for the team today. I want
to go for the chance and I had a great team to help me,"
D’hoore said."
By Kirsten Frattini (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport) March 10, 2021
UAE Emirates performance staff: ‘We’ve not
seen the best of Tadej Pogačar yet.’
"If
you think Pogačar is good now, wait for five years'
time, because UAE Emirates has big plans and a long-term
deal with the Tour de France champion."
By Jim Cotton (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) March 10, 2021
Hindley: I want to cement my place among top
climbers.
"The
speed of Jai Hindley’s rise towards the peloton’s elite
GC riders is underlined by the fact that the 24-year-old
Australian is making his pro racing debut in France."
By Peter Cossins (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image) March 10, 2021
2021 Tirreno Adriatico Live Feed.
"Tirreno Adriatico 2021 - stage 1 (Lido di Camaiore - Lido di Camaiore 156km).
Wednesday, March 10th, Stage 1 starts at 12:30 CET (3:30
AM PST).
Earliest live video: 13:15 CET (4:15 AM PST). Approximate finish: 16:15 CET (7:15 AM PST)." (cycling.today) (cyclingfans.com) March 10, 2021
Cyclist’s 31 Inspirational Women No10: Isla
Rowntree.
"Being
a girl in a boy’s world was my normal and having to push
to do the things I was interested in, was my normal."
By Maria David (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found) March 10, 2021
The next big thing in Belgian cycling?
Introducing Mauri Vansevenant.
"It’s
been nearly seven months now since Remco Evenepoel last
pinned on a number. Thankfully for fans of up-and-coming
Belgian stars, another youngster has stepped up for
Deceuninck Quick Step in the interim."
By Matt de Neef (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) March 10, 2021
Prototype “lightest ever” Vision Metron TFW
tubeless disc wheel nabs Paris Nice TT win.
"Calling
it The Fastest Wheel, the Vision development team has
been refining the perfect balance of lightweight and
aerodynamics in their next-gen tubeless-ready carbon TT
wheel for the last four years."
By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) c. Vision, photo by Bettini Photo March 10, 2021
Route Werks handlebar bag review: Brilliant
design, brilliant execution.
"The
Route Werks handlebar bag feels like it was designed
more like a piece of equipment rather than a soft-sided
accessory."
By James Huang (cyclingtips.com) (Photography by James Huang) March 10, 2021
Column
Three
Plugge hits back after Evenepoel says
Deceuninck won't speak to Groenewegen.
"Plugge
told Het Laatste Nieuws that Evenepoel is part
of the problem and that the 21-year-old should know
better before making such comments. Groenewegen reported
that he had received death threats after the crash."
By Daniel Ostanek (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport) March 10, 2021
March 10,
2021
Lorena Wiebes crashes in sprint at Healthy
Ageing Tour.
"A
relief for us and great to see Lorena Wiebes back on her
bike and crossing the line after a nasty crash in the
finale," Team DSM wrote on social media."
By Kirsten Frattini (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Team DSM) March 10, 2021
Raúl Alarcón handed four-year doping ban.
"The
34-year-old Spaniard has been suspended for the 'Use of
Prohibited Methods and/or Prohibited Substances' and has
also lost both Volta titles. He will be ineligible for
competition until October 20, 2023."
By Daniel Ostanek (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) March 10, 2021
Women’s Tour of Scotland organizers fold
with huge debts.
"The
organizer of the Women’s Tour of Scotland has gone out
of business owing teams nearly £75,000, Cycling
Weekly has learned."
By Owen Rogers (cyclingweekly.com) (Women's Tour of Scotland) March 10, 2021
Race economics - what the shutdowns have
revealed.
"We
have better insight into the razor-thin economics of
even pro cycling’s biggest events, and what the sport
should do to mitigate these risks and strengthen its
future."
By Spencer Martin and Steve Maxwell (velonews.com)Photo: Marcio Machado/Getty Images March 10, 2021
‘If Mark Cavendish’s head is good, then he
can work wonders,’ says sports director Brian Holm.
"After
Cavendish scored his first podium with Deceuninck -
Quick-Step, Holm says the Brit is growing in
confidence."
By Alex Ballinger (cyclingweekly.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images) March 10, 2021
A powerful ride.
"Former
XC phenom Greta Weithaler fell into a dark place after
quitting the World Cup; eBikes brought back the
light."
By Nicole Formosa (velonews.com) March 10,
2021
Introducing Noble Racing, Ellen Noble’s
new team and mentorship program.
"The
cyclocross and cross-country mountain bike racer has
her sights set on big goals for 2021."
By Betsy Welch (velonews.com) Photo: Adam Koble March 10,
2021
Peloton offers smaller virtual classes for
friends.
"Peloton
now lets you schedule group runs or rides with a
select group of friends - even if they don't have one
of the company's branded treadmills or exercise
bikes."
By Cat Ellis (techradar.com) (Image credit: Peloton) March 10,
2021
Strava adds monthly activity stats
animation.
"Now
you can have an end of year experience more often
because Strava now offers its premium subscribers an
animated run-through of their activities every month."
By Paul Norman (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found) March 10,
2021
Zwift vs Sufferfest: Which indoor cycling
app is right for you?
"We
compare Zwift vs Sufferfest, highlight the pros and
cons of each to help you decide which is the best
choice for you."
By Zach Nehr (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Courtesy) March 10,
2021
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