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Daily News: June 2020

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Best seatposts: Lightweight, compliance-boosting seatposts for your road bike.

Richie Porte could join Froome at Israel Start-Up Nation.

Video: New Garmins, Weird Inner Tubes & Super Light Wheels - Tech of the Month.

Shoe Review: Shimano RX8 Gravel Shoe - The Men’s Specific Edition.



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American riders scramble to return to Europe as possible EU travel ban looms.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"According to the NY Times and other outlets, the US has not made the list because its rate of new infections is still higher than its epidemiological benchmark - the EU average of 16 new cases per 100,000 people." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

June 27, 2020





Trek Segafredo reveal Grand Tour squads and altitude camp plans.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"World champion Pedersen confirmed for Tour de France, Ciccone and Weening to back Nibali at the Giro d'Italia." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

June 27, 2020





Rebecca’s Private Idaho takes on new format for 2020.

(velonews.com)overlay"Long-running gravel event becomes 'RPI Challenge' for 2020 containing training programs, motivation tips, and final ride." (velonews.com) Photo: Cathy Fegan-Kim

June 27, 2020





Peloton X Specialized: Seven Things We Like (The Ardèche Version).

(pelotonmagazine.com)overlay"Aboard the Specialized Turbo Creo SL in the Ardèche region of France, we were able to spend an entire day exploring the trails of the 90-kilometer Dolce Via, a gravel rider’s dream." (pelotonmagazine.com) Words by Brad Roe; Images by Chris Auld

June 27, 2020





First Look: Ritte Satyr Gravel Bike.

(roadbikeaction.com)overlay"Ritte is an early SoCal carbon brand that has recently re-established itself with a duo of Tom Kellogg designed steel bikes using Reynolds tubing." (roadbikeaction.com) (Credit not Provided)

June 27, 2020





2013 Quiring Cycles Custom Stainless Steel Gravel Bike: Way Ahead of its Time!

(gravelcyclist.com)overlay"The bike came about out of the necessity of creating a safer experience on gnarly gravel. Events such as 3 Peaks USA (no longer around), Hilly Billy Roubaix and Pisgah Monster Cross, really pushed the limits of cyclocross bikes." (gravelcyclist.com) JOM

June 27, 2020


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No Dumoulin for World Championship time trial as UCI keep Tour de France clash.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The UCI will not alter its plans to hold the elite men's time trial of the Road World Championships on the final day of the Tour de France, leaving former world champions Tom Dumoulin and Tony Martin and Primoz Roglic out of consideration for the title race, according to Wielerflits.nl." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

June 27, 2020





The Yellow Armada: How ONCE shook up pro cycling.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"In the 1990s, Spanish squad ONCE shook up the established racing hierarchy and traditional way of doing things, before fronting a serious challenge to rivals Banesto at the Tour de France." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

June 27, 2020





Maarten Wynants to retire after Paris Roubaix 2021.

(cyclingpub.com)overlay"The 38-year-old who is the oldest active Belgian professional cyclist has been with Jumbo Visma since 2011. He has decided to extend his contract for six months and will finish his career in Paris Roubaix in 2021." (cyclingpub.com) teamjumbovisma.com

June 27, 2020





Topeak Cable & Housing Cutter.

(road.cc)overlay"The Topeak Cable & Housing Cutter is a solid tool with some good features for making cable work a breeze. It's strong, smooth in use and gives reliable cuts." (road.cc) Mike Stead

June 27, 2020





Best seatposts: Lightweight, compliance-boosting seatposts for your road bike.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"A new seatpost is an often neglected upgrade that's great at adding compliance or shaving weight from your ride, here's what to look out for, and our roundup of the best." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Courtesy)

June 27, 2020





Review: Giant Gavia AC 1 Tire.

(creakybottombracket.com)overlay"Giant’s Gavia tire is durable, dependable, and comfortable. Our last set lasted just over 2000 miles in nearly every condition. No matter how much Bucks County road crews enjoy over-chipping and sealing the roads, the Gavia performed reliably." (creakybottombracket.com) CJ Rudy

June 27, 2020





The best gravel tires.

(intheknowcycling.com)overlay

"Picking the best gravel tires for the surfaces you’re riding can make the difference between a fast, confident ride and a slow, shaky slog."
(intheknowcycling.com) Steve

June 27, 2020


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Chris Froome transfer a matter of ‘when’ not ‘if’, according to report.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"The Italian newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport reports the break down in relationship between Froome and Ineos boss Dave Brailsford, while Froome’s spot in the Ineos 2020 Tour squad is also said to not be guaranteed." (cyclingweekly.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)

June 27, 2020






Case closed after no hidden motors found in peloton after two years.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"French police have closed their case into hidden motors within the peloton, having found no evidence of mechanical doping during the two-year investigation." (cyclingweekly.com) (Getty Images)

June 27, 2020





Tour de France will have male and female podium hosts for first time, as battle to save race revealed.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"When this year’s French Grand Tour does get going on August 29, the original Grand Départ from Nice supposed to take place on June 27, congratulatory kisses will not occur on the podium." (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by Jean Catuffe/Getty Images)

June 27, 2020





Vanmarcke all-in for classics in contract year.

(velonews.com)overlay"The 31-year-old Belgian will have missed this year’s Tour de France and have a contract to earn in his favored cobbled races, and so the motivation will be high." (velonews.com) (James Startt)

June 27, 2020






Lampaert extends contract with Deceuninck Quick Step until 2022.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The former Belgian national champion, who joined the team in 2015, will embark on his seventh season under the management of Patrick Lefevere next year, confirming his status as a cornerstone of the Belgian team." (cyclingnews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)

June 27, 2020





First cyclocross organizers confirm full series plans, clash with road season likely.

(stickybottle.com)overlay"The Munster Cyclocross League promoters are planning a full series of races through the final months of 2020 and into 2021; a very welcome development considering just weeks ago there were concerns for cyclocross." (stickybottle.com) (Photo: Sean Rowe)

June 27, 2020


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Switzerland 2020 World Championships given green light after uncertainty.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"On Friday (June 26) the organizers of the Aigle-Martigny 2020 Worlds confirmed that the iconic week of racing will be run as scheduled from September 20-27." (cyclingweekly.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)

June 26, 2020





3 questions facing each WorldTour team ahead of season restart - Part 2.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"In this second part of this feature, we run through the key questions facing the remaining nine WorldTour teams, in alphabetical order, from Lotto Soudal to UAE Team Emirates." (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)

June 26, 2020





Tour of Poland to honor Bjorg Lambrecht a year after fateful crash.

(velonews.com)overlay"The Tour of Poland is paying tribute to Belgian rider Bjorg Lambrecht, who was killed tragically in the race last year." (velonews.com) (James Startt)

June 26, 2020





Interview: Jonathan Page on Retirement, Devo Team and Returning to New England.

(cxmagazine.com)overlay"Since his retirement following Reno Nationals in January of 2018, Jonathan Page, four-time National Champion and the only American to ever stand on an Elite Men’s Cyclocross World Championship podium, has been his typical self." (cxmagazine.com) J. Vander Stucken

June 26, 2020





What we didn’t publish during lockdown.

(cyclingtips.com)overlay"Last week, for the first time in a few months, it began to feel like things were getting back to normal. Riders were changing teams. Team sponsors came on board, then fell off again as quickly as they arrived..." (cyclingtips.com) Photography by Gruber Images

June 26, 2020





The Musette: Nike SuperRep Cycle indoor cycling shoes, new kit from Albion and Fizik Terra X4 Powerstrap.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The Musette is a weekly curation of the world’s best cycling gear. We’ll take a look at pro-level equipment, bikes and components, alongside some of the most desirable clothing and newest accessories in the world of cycling." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Aaron Borrill)

June 26, 2020





Win a 24 karat gold bike signed by Mathieu van der Poel.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"4Gold.be, the sports supplements and Nutrigenomics company co-founded by Mathieu van der Poel, is offering its customers the chance to win a Canyon Ultimate CF SLX, custom painted using 24 karat gold leaf." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: 4Gold)

June 26, 2020





Pro mountain biker Chloe Woodruff sets Fastest Known Time on the Prescott Circle Trail.

(velonews.com)overlay"The Prescott Circle Trail is a 56-mile singletrack loop that encircles the city of Prescott, where the Stan’s-Pivot rider is based. The trail was completed in 2015 and traverses over 5,500 feet through National Forest, city park, and private property." (velonews.com) Photo: Dave McElwaine

June 26, 2020





Gear Break: Beautiful Frame, Clothing, Glasses, Nutrition, Shoes & A Film Premier.

(pezcyclingnews.com)"overlay

"Another ‘fun packed’ selection of what’s new and stunning. Officina Battaglin launches the first steel frame with an integrated cockpit, La Passione Cell kit for a bit of color and pattern. 100% introduce the Movistar special edition Racetrap..."
(pezcyclingnews.com)

June 26, 2020





All-Day Comfort, Sized Right: Liv Avail Advanced Pro 1 Force.

(pelotonmagazine.com)overlay"Fitting a bike for smaller riders can be a challenge. But the Liv Avail fit like a glove with hardly any adjustments needed. That alone is a game-changer for many smaller riders." (pelotonmagazine.com) liv-cycling.com

June 26, 2020


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10-hour work shifts before training: What it took for Oliver Naesen to turn pro at 25.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"There’s this thing in Belgium where if you’re 22 or older and you’re not pro yet it’s not going to happen. I won my first race at 22, the smallest race you can imagine, that’s not going to cut it with getting a pro contract somewhere." (cyclingweekly.com) (Getty Images)

June 26, 2020





Teniel Campbell: I want to be remembered like Usain Bolt.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Hailing from Trinidad and Tobago, Teniel Campbell (Valcar Travel&Service) is one of the fastest up-and-coming sprinters and time trialists in women's professional cycling." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

June 26, 2020





Landa braces for best Tour opportunity of career.

(velonews.com)overlay"Mikel Landa will get his first-ever opportunity to take the reins as the undisputed leader of his Tour de France team this summer. And he’s not balking at the challenge." (velonews.com) Photo: David Ramos/Getty Images

June 26, 2020





Weening set for Giro d'Italia return with Trek Segafredo.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"He'll form part of Vincenzo Nibali's support squad at the race, which is set to run from October 3-25, and will ride a predominantly Italian calendar in the build-up to the Corsa Rosa." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

June 26, 2020





2020 Japan Cup canceled.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The race, which takes place in Utsunomiya Forest Park, site of the 1990 World Championships, has been held in October as a season-ending event since 1992, is canceled for the first time." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

June 26, 2020





Trek Project One turns the bling up to 11 with gold flake and diamonds.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay

"Trek adds four new $1,000 themes to its custom paint palette."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Trek)

June 26, 2020





How to convert a bike to electric power. Electric bike conversions explained.

(bikeradar.com)overlay"With all the noise currently being made about electric bikes, you might be tempted to get some extra push on your rides." (bikeradar.com) Paul Norman, Jamie Beach

June 26, 2020





Bike sales have surged during lockdown, but e-bike boom is slowing.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"E-bikes have the potential to make even longer or more hilly cycling commutes practical and enjoyable - which is why it’s disappointing that take-up under lockdown hasn’t accelerated as it has for bikes." (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by Andrew Aitchison / In pictures via Getty Images)

June 26, 2020





New Saddles from Velo - Women’s Angel TT, Prevail TT Year of the Rat, Senso Wilson and Ray.

(bikeworldnews.com)overlay"Velo recently announced new additions to their Angel, Prevail, and Senso saddle lines. The common theme between them all, and with many other saddles right now, is a short length and more width." (bikeworldnews.com) Scott Kingsley

June 26, 2020





Shoe Review: Shimano RX8 Gravel Shoe - The Men’s Specific Edition.

(gravelcyclist.com)overlay"A small minority of gravel cyclists find BOA dials to displeasing but my experience has been positive. I particularly enjoy their ease of use for adjusting shoe tension whilst riding." (gravelcyclist.com) JOM

June 26, 2020


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Report: Manuela Fundación offers €10 million for WorldTour license.

(cyclingtips.com)overlay"The hefty offer for the all-important WorldTour license is the latest development in a story that has taken a few unexpected twists and turns since Mitchelton-Scott first announced two weeks ago that it was becoming Team Manuela Fundación." (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Kristof Ramon)

June 26, 2020





Peter Sagan: I could not postpone my Giro d'Italia debut again.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Bora Hansgrohe leader Peter Sagan has said that it was an easy choice to race the Giro d'Italia instead of the 'spring' Classics this autumn, saying that he couldn't postpone his corsa rosa debut again." (cyclingnews.com) Daniel Ostanek

June 26, 2020





Evenepoel: Can I win the Giro d'Italia? Let's see on October 25.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Evenepoel was interviewed by Belgian singer and presenter Laura Tesoro, who pulled no punches in asking whether Evenepoel was going to win the Giro in a video published on the Het Laatste Nieuws website on Wednesday." (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)

June 26, 2020





Volta a Portugal on hold as host towns back out.

(velonews.com)overlay"If confirmed, the cancellation will be another blow to cycling in Portugal as the Vuelta a España already announced that it was canceling the two stages scheduled there for this fall’s race." (velonews.com) Photo courtesy Volta ao Portugal

June 26, 2020





Review: Zwift FutureWorks Boost Mode.

(creakybottombracket.com)overlay"While many people are eager to remove themselves from the trainer relationship, Zwift has tested a new feature that has interesting promise." (creakybottombracket.com) CJ Rudy

June 26, 2020





Scott Cadence Plus helmet review.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"There is no hiding the fact that the Cadence Plus is an aero helmet. The EPS construction creates an elongated tail and its ventless dome gives the helmet a sleek wind cutting appearance." (cyclingnews.com) (Image: © Graham Cottingham)

June 26, 2020





eBay Finds: 2000 Farm Frites team cycling jacket.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Next up in our eBay Finds series is this Farm Frites team jacket from the 2000 season: a year during which the Dutch team boasted the likes of Peter van Petegem, Servais Knaven and Robbie McEwen." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: porsche039 / eBay)

June 26, 2020





Gamers to compete in eTour de France this July.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"The competition will be held on Pro Cycling Manager 2020, the latest edition in the video game series, with the makers Nacon, race organizers ASO and figures within the cycling eSports community coming together to make the virtual race a reality." (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by Jean Catuffe/Getty Images/Lukas Pauly/Styros)

June 26, 2020





Favero power meter pedals, Katusha superlight kit, Tru-Tension tungsten lube and Verve aero chainrings.

(bikeradar.com)overlay"The sun’s been shining and we’ve been hard at it producing content to help you, our beloved audience, be as informed and entertained as possible." (bikeradar.com) (Simon Bromley)

June 26, 2020





Do speed cameras make roads safer for cycling?

(cyclingmagazine.ca)overlay"On Friday, Toronto announced the city is rolling out municipal speed cameras. The cameras are part of Vision Zero 2.0 campaign, an effort to make the city’s streets safer for cyclists and pedestrians." (cyclingmagazine.ca) Terry McKall

June 26, 2020


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3 questions facing each WorldTour team ahead of season restart.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"With international racing set to return in July, and with the resumption of the WorldTour just over a month away, teams are busy preparing for the rest of the rescheduled and condensed 2020 season." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Future)

June 25, 2020





Richie Porte could join Froome at Israel Start-Up Nation.

(cycling.today)overlay"Het Nieuwsblad reports that Israel Start-Up Nation is interested in signing Richie Porte to help support Chris Froome in 2021." (cycling.today) (Credit not Provided)

June 25, 2020





UAE Team Emirates boss: ‘Pogačar is the future.’

(velonews.com)overlay"With UAE Team Emirates heading toward the Tour de France with one of the long-list of bona fide favorites, 21-year-old Tadej Pogačar, manager Fernandez Matxín believes his team is on the pathway to the top." (velonews.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)

June 25, 2020





Landa: I'm more mature physically and mentally.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Shortly before switching teams to Bahrain McLaren, the Spaniard turned 30 in December, which he says has contributed to the feeling he’s at the top of his game." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

June 25, 2020





Cofidis chief Cedric Vasseur talks Tour prep and Froome.

(velonews.com)overlay"Vasseur said that the team leaders would have two paths to the Tour - one for sprinters and punchers, and one for climbers." (velonews.com) (James Startt)

June 25, 2020





Alaphilippe recons Tour de France climbs in French Alps.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The 28-year-old Frenchman was set to ride his first Tour of Flanders in April, but the lockdown has seen the Belgian one-day Classic pushed back to October." (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)

June 25, 2020







Tour de France director gives update on safety measures for fans and riders.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"The public may come to the Tour but there will be a filter. In the mountains, we will favor those who climb on foot, by bicycle or in the transport established by local communities." (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo: Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

June 25, 2020





Dutch federation reconsiders calendar after coronavirus measures loosened.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The Dutch cycling federation, KNWU, announced it would revisit its plans for restarting the national cycling calendar after the Netherlands government said it would lift some lockdown measures." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

June 25, 2020






Bosch e-bike users are about to get an extra helping of torque.

(cyclingtips.com)overlay"Bosch’s mid-drive e-bike motor systems are already some of the most powerful (not to mention reliable) units in the segment, and thanks to a software update, many current users will now have even more oomph on tap just with a few new lines of code." (cyclingtips.com) Photography by James Huang

June 25, 2020






Silca Introduces Secret Chain Blend Hot Wax.

(capovelo.com)overlay"Secret Chain Blend not only acts as a lubricant, but actually acts to modify the surface of the chain, filling in all of the crevices of the metal with highly lubricious and wear resistant Tungsten Disulfide particles." (capovelo.com) (Credit not Provided)

June 25, 2020





Useful tips to get over climbs in good shape (without being dropped).

(stickybottle.com)overlay"One tip is based on your positioning in the group when you reach a climb. And it applies to training, sportive or racing situations." (stickybottle.com) (Credit not Provided)

June 25, 2020


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Pauline Ferrand-Prévot: The five races that changed my life.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Pauline Ferrand-Prévot (Canyon SRAM) has spent a significant portion of her career wearing a rainbow jersey in road racing, mountain biking and cyclocross. She made history in 2015, at the age of 23, when she became the first cyclist to simultaneously hold world titles in all three disciplines." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Pauline Ferrand-Prévot)

June 25, 2020





Sepp Kuss: ‘I hope to be a grand tour contender someday.’

(velonews.com)overlay"Sepp Kuss may only have three grand tours under his belt so far, but at 25, he has the time to race many more - and he feels he has the potential to step onto the podium along the way." (velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)

June 25, 2020





Buchmann’s Everesting ambition on hold as Tour looms closer.

(velonews.com)overlay"Budding GC talent plans to aim for Everesting success, but bettering last year's fourth-place at the Tour de France comes first." (velonews.com) Photo: Rudi Wyhlidal

June 25, 2020





Volta a Portugal postponed due to restrictions.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The 2020 Volta a Portugal has been postponed after host towns expressed reservations about welcoming the race, Portuguese public broadcaster RTP reported on Thursday." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

June 25, 2020





Greg Van Avermaet to do altitude training in Italian Alps before season restart.

(cyclingpub.com)overlay"The Olympic champion is already preparing for the rest of the season after the calendar had to be suspended in March. Just like he did at the start of 2020, the Belgian rider will do altitude training before facing his first race of this revamped season: Strade Bianche." (cyclingpub.com) CCC Team

June 25, 2020





Terske titanium tubeless valves: Predictably expensive, unexpectedly good.

(cyclingtips.com)overlay"Marc Basiliere, an industrial designer behind the design outfit Lindarets, is perhaps best known for creating the popular GoatLink derailleur capacity expander or ReMote dropper lever (I love this lever), both of which are produced and sold by WolfTooth." (cyclingtips.com) Photography by Dave Rome

June 25, 2020





Hexr 3D-printed helmet review.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Hexr's 3D-printed helmet might not be the lightest option around but when it comes to comfort, head coverage and fit, few can match it." (cyclingnews.com) (Image: © Aaron Borrill)

June 25, 2020





Nine ways to keep your motivation.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"Here are a few top tips that beginners and more advanced cyclists can use to keep their enthusiasm up." (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by Alex Burstow/Getty Images)

June 25, 2020





Enve Road handlebar and stem review.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay

"Enve's lightweight carbon bar and stem are high in price and low in weight, but is the performance worth the investment?"
(cyclingnews.com) (Image: © Josh Croxton)

June 25, 2020





Eurobike set to take place on November 24-26.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The south-west German state of Baden-Württemberg, which hosts the trade fair, released new guidelines on Tuesday, stating that trade fairs could take place, providing safety and social distancing advice is followed." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Eurobike)

June 25, 2020





Family of missing Colorado mom Suzanne Morphew say they are still holding out hope for her safe return - six weeks after she went missing on a Mother's Day bike ride.

(dailymail.co.uk)overlay"Suzanne, 49, has not been seen since since she set off from her home in Maysville, Colorado on a solo bike ride on Mother's Day, May 10.

Large-scale land searches have failed to yield any clues."
(dailymail.co.uk) Andrew Court and Frances Mulraney

June 25, 2020





Kryptonite Incite smart bicycle lights focus on LUX & beam pattern for safer riding.

(bikerumor.com)overlay"What do the lumen numbers of your headlight mean? For Kryptonite, those ‘numbers mean nothing.’ It’s not that they feel that brighter lights won’t help you see better, but rather it’s more important to measure the light that’s actually beneficial to the rider." (bikerumor.com) (Zach Overholt)

June 25, 2020


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Sean Yates signs with French squad Nippo Delko One Provence as a coach.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"British great Yates has a formidable reputation as a rider in the 1980s and 1990s but also as a sports director with Team Sky and Tinkoff." (cyclingweekly.com) (Getty Images)

June 25, 2020





Sutherland, Greipel on the mend.

(velonews.com)overlay"André Greipel and Rory Sutherland both had their respective seasons thrown into disarray with injuries. Greipel broke his shoulder in a training crash in February while Sutherland broke his leg during a team camp in January." (velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)

June 25, 2020






Tour de Yorkshire under threat as organizer requests bail-out.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"Welcome to Yorkshire, the tourism board responsible for organizing the popular British race, is requesting a further £1.4million public money and says it will have to consider closure if the money cannot be raised." (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)

June 25, 2020





Patellar Tendonitis: Prevention and Rehabilitation.

(velonews.com)overlay"Patellar tendinopathies are often caused by over-training, a sudden increase in training volume, jumping activities, overloading the tendon, or poor biomechanics." (velonews.com) (Photo: Casey B. Gibson)

June 25, 2020





Bosch has Google Maps in its sights with onboard ebike navigation.

(bikeradar.com)overlay"In a bid to greater integrate widely relied-on tech, Bosch’s new Nyon onboard computer, which is mounted on some Bosch-equipped electric bikes, will have built-in navigation with range information along with a brand-new 3.2in color touchscreen." (bikeradar.com) Alex Evans

June 25, 2020





Peppermint Cycling Co. is making space for all women in cycling.

(cyclingmagazine.ca)overlay"Peppermint Cycling Co. has always been more than just a cycling apparel brand. The Quebec-based company makes unique women’s cycling apparel." (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Peppermint

June 25, 2020





Assos’ new Dyora women’s collection ditches the boob-splitter.

(cyclingtips.com)overlay"It’s all about stabilization. Assos took the traditional bib strap design and put their own engineering twist on it to focus on that stabilization. Features such as A-lock engineering, a rollBar, the ergoBox, etc. are meant to ensure that the bibs feel like a second skin; moving with you in and out of the saddle." (cyclingtips.com) Photography by Mike Levy

June 25, 2020





Best cycling jerseys: Short sleeve jerseys for your warm weather rides.

(cyclingnews.com)(Imageoverlay"The best cycling jerseys for summer rides, offering a blend of temperature regulation, moisture management, comfort and aerodynamic efficiency." (cyclingnews.com)(Image credit: Katusha)

June 25, 2020





An All-road Presence with the Franco Grimes.

(roadbikeaction.com)overlay"With its attractive Sea Foam Green colorway, the Franco Grimes stood out on every group ride it encountered. The 42.5mm, asymmetric (dropped drive side) chainstays help pull your attention to the shapely rear triangle." (roadbikeaction.com) Photo: Jordan Clark Haggard

June 25, 2020





Cheap cycling clothing: The best cycling kit deals available right now.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Cheap cycling clothing vs premium cycling clothing. Thanks to our roundup of cycling clothing deals, you can now have both." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Jacob Park @hbfilm)

June 25, 2020





Why Tim Wellens has spent (almost) his whole career riding the Ridley Helium.

(cyclingmagazine.ca)overlay"The Belgian rider has good reason to be a fan of the Canadian races. In 2015 he won the GP Montreal, and in 2019 he finished fourth in the same race (and ninth in the GP Quebec). “It was a very hot day,” he says, remembering his 2015 win." (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Tim Wellens Facebook)

June 25, 2020








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Nearly two dozen cops search Colorado neighborhood for Suzanne Morphew, cyclist who went missing Mother's Day.

(dailymail.co.uk)"overlay"Investigators plan to conduct a community canvas in the county to contact residents and others to not only share information about Ms. Morphew's disappearance, but also focus on obtaining any new information in her case.' - Sheriff Spezze." (dailymail.co.uk)















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