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This is the bike Chris Froome could be riding in 2021. Emma Pooley has set a new Everesting record. Fractures over leadership trigger Froome’s departure. |
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July 9, 2020 Leadership and long-term contract
keys to Froome move.
"The
open-ended deal and clear leadership
responsibilities were keys for Froome to join
the Israeli-backed team, which will make its
franchise Tour debut in August." (velonews.com)
Photo: Israel Start-Up Nation / Facebook
July
9, 2020
Chris Froome leaves Ineos for
Israel Start-Up Nation.
"The
move was confirmed on Thursday morning with
Ineos announcing that Froome would be leaving
the team he first joined in 2010." (cyclingnews.com)
(Bettini Photo)
July
9, 2020
Evenepoel set for time trial only
at European Championships.
"Current
European time trial champion Remco Evenepoel
(Deceuninck Quick Step) is expected to attempt
to defend his title at the 2020 UEC Road
European Championships in Plouay, France, at
the end of August."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
July
9, 2020
La Course by Le Tour de France
reveal new 2020 route in Nice.
"Organizers
of the event, ASO, designed a 96km road race
that includes two climbs over the Cote de
Rimiez in what is expected to be a bunch
sprint in Nice."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)
July
9, 2020
First Ride: 3T Exploro Race Max.
"For
either road or gravel applications, the
Italian brand offers a variety of framesets as
well as a complete range of models with
multiple (1x/2x, Shimano/SRAM) drivetrain and
component options."
(roadbikeaction.com) (Credit not Provided)
July
9, 2020
Vision SC wheels - Ridden and
reviewed.
"Vision's
SC wheels are an affordable performance option
that doesn't skimp when it comes to speed and
weight. We tested all four options
back-to-back to bring you the definitive
verdict."
(cyclingnews.com)(Image: © Aaron Borrill)
July
9, 2020
Dollar Bills, Bacon, and Beer:
Mastering the Extracurricular Skills of
Cyclocross.
"Cyclocross
racing is different. Apart from the
mount/dismount, suitcase carries, step-through
dismounts, and bunny hopping, a CX race can
present rare and mysterious challenges unlike
those of a typical criterium. You’ll need to
be prepared."
(shoppeaks.com) Gordon Paulson
July
9, 2020
Heat acclimation: Five tips for
riding in the heat.
"Summer
temperatures can throw a curve-ball into your
training. Intervals that once felt easy now
seem out of reach. The hot temperatures are
not only uncomfortable, but they begin to
wreak havoc on your abilities and your
recovery."
(velonews.com) (Photo: Casey B. Gibson)
July
9, 2020
How to watch the Virtual Tour de
France; Streaming details, start list and more.
"The
first-ever Virtual Tour de France has live
coverage of the men’s and women’s races to be
broadcast worldwide.
Saturday July 11th, stage three: North-east France, 48km (flat stage). Stage
three
- women 14:47CET,
05:47PDT, 22:47AUS.
Stage three - men 15:52ET, 06:52PDT, 23:52AUS." (bikeradar.com) George Scott (Image credit: Zwift) July
9, 2020
Column
Two
Brailsford: Ineos couldn't
guarantee Chris Froome sole team leadership.
"Chris’s
current contract comes to an end in December
and we have taken the decision now not to
renew it. We are making this announcement
earlier than would usually be the case to put
an end to recent speculation."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Simon
Wilkinson / SWpix.com)
July
9, 2020
‘His old team will be his biggest
rival’ - Cycling world reacts as Chris Froome
will leave Team Ineos for Israel Start-Up
Nation.
"Unsurprisingly
the news has caused a stir in the cycling
world, but how are pundits and fans reacting
in the immediate aftermath."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Lionel
Bonaventure/AFP/Getty Images)
July
9, 2020
Emma Pooley has set a new
Everesting record.
"British
former pro Emma Pooley has set a new women’s
Everesting world record, taking roughly 15
minutes off the previous mark set last month." (cyclingtips.com)
Matt de Neef
July
9, 2020
Trek Segafredo women's team
readies itself for 2020 restart.
"As
CCC Liv announced they'll also do, Trek
Segafredo will race the Emakumeen Nafarroaka
Klasikoa, the Clásica Navarra de Féminas and
the Durango Durango Emakumeen Saria on July
23, 24 and 26, respectively."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
July
9, 2020
GoPro Adds Webcam Feature to Hero
8 Black: How to guide.
"Today
GoPro has launched a beta feature for the Hero
8 Black that allows you to use it as a
tethered USB webcam for apps like Zoom, Teams,
Twitch, and basically any other app that can
use a USB webcam (which, is basically any
video conferencing app)."
(dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
July
9, 2020
Best budget gravel bikes: Gravel
grinding on a budget.
"Luckily
for gravel riders on modest budgets, the
technology isn't just focused on the exotic
and best gravel bikes - entry-level gravel
bikes are seeing a flood of trickle-down
technology."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Rondo)
July
9, 2020
Bianchi Impulso Allroad review.
"The
Bianchi Impulso Allroad is currently the sole
occupant of Bianchi’s gravel stable, it’s made
from twice-formed hydroformed aluminium, it
comes with Shimano’s GRX gravel groupset,
in-house alloy finishing kit and has clearance
for up to 40mm tires."
(cyclist.co.uk) James Spender
July
9, 2020
A Unique Approach to Safety.
"Suomy
is blazing a path distinctly its own with its
Smart Strap. This helmet strap employs elastic
absorbers in four places on the strap, two on
each side, to absorb some of the rotational
energy of a crash."
(pelotonmagazine.com)
July
9, 2020
All-road ready: Trek has
overhauled its entry-level Domane AL range.
"With
prices starting from just US$1,050 / AU$1,400,
and clearance for up to 35 mm rubber, the new
Domane AL Disc is an interesting bike that
looks to be happy balancing its time between
tarmac and well-kept gravel, just like the
carbon Domanes."
(cyclingtips.com) ave Rome
July
9, 2020
Column
Three
Fractures over leadership trigger
Froome’s departure.
"The
blockbuster news comes after weeks of
speculation about Froome’s future. The
35-year-old was off contract at the end of
2020, and despite being an anchor at Team
Ineos since its founding as Team Sky in 2010." (velonews.com)
(Getty Images)
July
9, 2020
Chris Froome to join Israel
Start-up Nation in 2021.
"The
35-year-old has won the Tour de France four
times, the Vuelta a España twice and the Giro
d’Italia once in his 11 seasons with
Sky/INEOS."
(cyclingmagazine.ca) Rob Sturney
July
9, 2020
This is the bike Chris Froome
could be riding in 2021.
"The
long-anticipated news that Chris Froome will
change teams for 2021 has been confirmed,
meaning the seven-time Grand Tour winner will
be riding a new bike next year."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Photo: Yuzuru Sunada)
July
9, 2020
Yorkshire Worlds generated over
€28 million says US-commissioned report.
"According
to the report, Yorkshire Worlds drew 200,000
unique spectators (of which an estimated
16,000 came from outside the United Kingdom)
with the total visitor spend during Worlds
totaling around €28.9 million."
(cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Kristof Ramon)
July
9, 2020
Why your local bike shop will
survive.
"A
classy LBS combines a sense of community with
specific skills, offering cyclists an
experience which cannot be replicated online.
Loyal customers often receive intuitive
service from their LBS, especially regarding
component choices and build advice." (cyclingnews.com)
(Image credit: James Huang)
July
9, 2020
This is what one woman needed to
overcome to ride in Afghanistan.
"In
a society whose people overwhelmingly oppose
the idea of women turning a pedal, the true
number of Afghan female cyclists could be far
higher than we know; they simply escape the
naked eye because we have made the streets too
dangerous for them to ride."
(cyclingtips.com) Photography by Fatima
Haidari
July
9, 2020
Lefevere: Vansevenant will help
Deceuninck Quick Step prepare for the future.
"Deceuninck
Quick Step manager Patrick Lefevere has
welcomed the squad's new signing Mauri
Vansevenant, stressing the importance of
refreshing his squad with young riders." (cyclingnews.com)
(Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
July
9, 2020
Beautifully Polished Machine.
"We
love the look and ride of Colnago’s
carbon-lugged C series frames, but these days
you’re more likely to see the
Colnago-sponsored UAE Team Emirates aboard the
V3Rs, a monocoque frame aligned with modern
trends toward a light, do-everything race bike
with aero attributes."
(pelotonmagazine.com)
July
9, 2020
Best commuter helmets: safe and
stylish helmets designed for the city streets.
"Although
commuting might not be criterium or road
racing, with slower speeds and less daring
urban cornering lines, helmet choice remains
significant."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bern Helmets)
July
9, 2020
Column
One
July 8, 2020 July
8, 2020
Lars van der Haar shares his
experiences of suffering from coronavirus.
"The
Dutch cyclocross and road racer became unwell
after returning home from a skiing trip
following the close of his cyclocross season,
and he quickly realized it was Covid-19."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty
Images)
July
8, 2020
Lauren Stephens' Zwift Journey:
From beat-downs to Virtual Tour de France stage
winner.
"I
know it's virtual but it's pretty incredible
to win a stage of the Tour de France,"
Stephens says from her home in Dallas, Texas,
fresh off the trainer where she was competing
in yet another Zwift race."
(cyclingnews.com) (ASO)
July
8, 2020
Bernie Nolan and the Legend of the
Kazemaatenstraat.
"The
Kazemaatenstraat is part of 70’s cycling
legend. A condemned cul-de-sac in Ghent where
penniless ‘Anglo’ cyclists could have a cheap
roof over their heads as they pursued their
(mostly lost) cause to make it big and become
a ‘Kermis King."
(veloveritas.co.uk) (Photo©supplied)
July
8, 2020
Superga left out of Milano Torino
to ease things for sprinters.
"Organizers
are leaving out the emblematic finishing
climb, set on the Superga Hill that towers
above Turin, due to the dynamics of the
reshuffled racing schedule."
(velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
July
8, 2020
Teams announced for 2020 La Course
by Le Tour de France.
"ASO
announced the teams to take part in the 2020
edition of La Course by Le Tour de France.
2019 winner Marianne Vos' CCC Liv team are
among the automatic selections for the race,
which is set to run on August 29." (cyclingnews.com)
(Getty Images Sport)
July
8, 2020
Redshift Suspension Stem &
Seatpost Review.
"Bicycle
Suspension is no longer just for mtb's, as the
growth in gravel and fast off-road cycling
demands better tech to smooth out rough
rides."
(pezcyclingnews.com) Stephen Cheung
July
8, 2020
Evaluating Trek Segafredo's Tour
de France long list.
"While
Italian duo Vincenzo Nibali and Giulio Ciccone
will lead the line at the Giro d'Italia in
October, Bauke Mollema and Richie Porte will
share leadership at the in France in August
and September."
(cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)
July
8, 2020
Rally Cycling’s edge in the
Virtual Tour de France.
"The
team tapped the top-ranked Zwift racer Holden
Comeau as a coach to gain an advantage over
the WorldTour competition."
(velonews.com) Photo: Rally Cycling
July
8, 2020
Specialized Gear & Apparel now
available online through Backcountry &
Competitive Cyclist.
"If
you want to buy a Specialized bike, you’ll
still have to go into your local Specialized
dealer. But starting today, Specialized Gear
& Apparel is available online." (bikerumor.com)
(Zach Overholt)
July
8, 2020
Column
Two
Peeking In On the Bizarro
Calendar.
"Did
you used to feel confused as to which Italian
one-day races were in spring or fall? Probably
not the monuments, but I mean Milano Torino or
the Giro del Piemonte? Not to worry, they’re
all in August this year."
(podiumcafe.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
July
8, 2020
Tales from the Tour: “When you
have the opportunity, you have to seize it.”
"On
the Tour’s first day in France, a long trek
south that ended near the glitzy Rue du
Champagne, a Frenchman stole France’s heart,
and showed a bit of his own."
(cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Gruber Images)
July
8, 2020
Q&A: Kristi Mohn on the
decision to cancel the Dirty Kanza (DK).
"DK's
marketing manager cites 'the safety of the
cycling community and the Emporia community'
as the reason to cancel the 2020 event." (velonews.com)
Photo: Ben Delaney
July
8, 2020
Davide Rebellin is still racing at
nearly 49 years old.
"So many of you asked me if this was my last race or if I’d continue,” he posted on Facebook at the time. “The emotions and warmth that I felt are too strong and my desire to continue to repay this love is too strong." (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) July
8, 2020
Vandenbergh: I want to race for
another year.
"I'd
prefer to stay with the team," the Belgian
told Het Nieuwsblad at AG2R's training camp in
Vaujany, in the , on Tuesday. "We'll see.
There's also interest from other teams, but I
definitely want to race for another year." (cyclingnews.com)
(Getty Images Sport)
July
8, 2020
Garmin Fenix 6/6S Pro Solar
Review: What’s new & different.
"Today
Garmin has extended the solar option on the
Fenix 6 series to include the Fenix 6S Pro and
Fenix 6 Pro units, completing the family that
started last year with the Fenix 6X Pro Solar.
Now all three Pro units offer a solar-equipped
option."
(dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
July
8, 2020
Oliver Naesen and Classics
teammates head to Alps for training camp.
"While
Romain Bardet, Pierre Latour and the rest of
the Tour de France and Giro d'Italia groups
will hold their own camps, Naesen and co are
laying the foundations for the one-day races
in October."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Yves Perret /
www.ypmedias.com)
July
8, 2020
Bontrager Aeolus RSL 37 wheelset
review.
"The
Aeolus RSL 37 wheels from Bontrager are a
carbon Goldilocks wheelset that are light and
aero - but not cheap."
(velonews.com) Ben Delaney
July
8, 2020
eBay Finds: Limited-edition Lance
Armstrong Giro Atmos helmet.
"Any
Lance Armstrong fans out there may well be
interested in this small slice of history: a
special-edition Giro Atmos helmet as worn by
the American on the final day of the 2005 Tour
de France, designed to celebrate what was then
believed by many to be a seventh legitimate
Tour victory."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: bloods911 /
eBay)
July
8, 2020
Gaerne shoes specifically for
e-bikes.
"Do
we really need separate shoes for
e-adventures? The Italian footwear experts
Gaerne seem to think so."
(road.cc) (Jack Sexty)
July
8, 2020
Lumos Ultra smart helmet packs
lighting, turn signals into a sleek helmet
you’ll actually wear.
"The
Lumos Ultra smart helmet is the “most backed
product ever” in Kickstarter's ‘Bikes’
category. I’ve been commuting to work and
squeezing in afterwork rides with a
pre-production version of the Ultra with its
bright, integrated lighting and easy to use
turn signals."
(bikerumor.com) (Cory Benson)
July
8, 2020
Column
Three
Ben Hermans warns of psychological
impact of social isolation during Tour de
France.
"Recently
I got my hands on a 13-page document from our
team, full of restrictions imposed by the UCI
on the teams. That note got me thinking. The
social isolation in which riders are going to
end up shouldn't be underestimated," Hermans
told Het Nieuwsblad."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)
July
8, 2020
Di2 vs eTap: which is the right
electronic groupset for you?
"The
groupset wars are alive and well in 2020, and
when it comes to electronic shifting, you have
three options, Shimano Di2, SRAM eTap, and
Campagnolo EPS - the former two make up the
lion’s share of the market for battery-powered
gear changes."
(cyclingnews.com)(Image credit: Colin Levitch)
July
8, 2020
Foothill Offset Wood limited
edition hooks hang spare wheels for out of the
way storage.
"I’ve
loved the simplicity and convenience of
Foothill’s Offset wheel storage hooks since
they first launched in extruded aluminum back
four years ago."
(bikerumor.com) c. Foothill (Cory Benson)
July
8, 2020
Brändle signs contract extension
with Israel Start-Up Nation.
"Matthias
Brändle signed a two-year contract extension
with Israel Start-Up Nation that will keep the
Austrian time trial specialist with the
WorldTour team until at least the end of
2022."
(cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)
July
8, 2020
Lazer G1 Genesis MIPS road helmet
review: Classic shape, modern safety.
"The
Genesis offers what I’d deem to be a
Euro-styled shaping that’s noticeably more
oval in its head form than it is round. It’s a
shape that fits me perfectly and is comparable
to the likes of Met, Kask and Rudy Project." (cyclingtips.com)
Photography by Dave Rome & Tim Bardsley
Smith
July
8, 2020
Garmin Instinct Solar Review:
What’s New & Different.
"Today
Garmin announced the Instinct Solar lineup. At
first glance this might just look like an
existing Instinct with a solar panel slapped
atop it. But in reality, this Instinct is
totally different on the inside." (dcrainmaker.com)
(Photo: Ray Maker)
July
8, 2020
Jumbo Visma extends ongoing quest
for development of ‘fastest skinsuits.’
"The
Dutch squad, home to time trial engines such
as Tom Dumoulin, Primož Roglič, and Tony
Martin, has confirmed it has “indefinitely
extended” its contract with clothing and
eyewear partner AGU."
(velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
July
8, 2020
Yamaha drops a class 3 road bike.
"Yamaha
Bicycles is launching their new Civante, a
Class 3 (28 mph) electric power-assist bike,
expanding its line-up of fitness-focused road
bikes. The Civante uses Yamaha’s trusted
PWSeries SE motor and a host of good
components and features."
(electricbikeaction.com) (Credit not Provided)
July
8, 2020
7 of the best folding e-bikes
2020.
"Need a bike with a boost that is also compact and easily transportable? A folding e-bike could be your ideal multi-modal solution." (road.cc) (Oli Pendrey) (Richard Peace ) July
8, 2020
Column
One
July 7, 2020 July
7, 2020
Milano Torino unveils flat route
for 2020 edition.
"Superga climb removed as race prepares for new pre-Milan San Remo calendar spot." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: RCS Sport) July
7, 2020
Bardet, Aru, López, Porte to ride
Mont Ventoux Dénivelé Challenges.
"Inaugural
winner Jesús Herrada and his Cofidis teammate
Guillaume Martin were also among the
participants announced by the race
organization, who confirmed that six WorldTour
teams will be on the start line in
Vaison-la-Romaine."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)
July
7, 2020
British women’s squad Drops on the
hunt for new sponsor to take them to WorldTour.
"Just
days after winning the opening stage of the
first ever virtual Tour de France, the UCI
team has put out a call to find a new
corporate backer to help them secure the €1
million minimum needed."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty
Images)
July
7, 2020
Will Barta wants to ‘repay the
faith’ to Ochowicz and CCC.
"Newly
healthy young American plans to stay loyal to
imperiled team and fulfill the potential that
took him to WorldTour."
(velonews.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty
Images Sport)
July
7, 2020
This rear hub has 2x wireless
shifting inside and 11 gears on the outside.
"Specific
details of the new product are limited, but
from the company’s website, we know the
internal shifting hub offers both a 1:1 and a
1:0.7 ratio, the latter effectively adding a
lower gear range than what the exterior
cassette suggests. That two-speed gearing is
wirelessly controlled from a handlebar-mounted
shifter."
(cyclingtips.com) Dave Rome
July
7, 2020
Lauf goes consumer direct, cuts
$1,000+ off prices.
"Lauf
Cycling, the Icelandic brand that debuted in
2014 with its distinct, leaf-spring fork, just
switched its business model to consumer
direct, effectively slashing $1,000 or more
off the price of each bike."
(velonews.com) Ben Delaney
July
7, 2020
Power Analysis: Men’s Virtual Tour
de France.
"We
take a look at the incredible power numbers
put up by WorldTour racers in stage 1 of the
Virtual Tour de France."
(velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
July
7, 2020
Pro riders seriously step up their
training on Strava, including Chris Froome, Egan
Bernal and Wout van Aert.
"The
return of bike racing is just around the
corner and the pros are really starting to
step up their training, if Strava stats are to
be believed."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty
Images)
July
7, 2020
Good news as 555km endurance race
gets green light to proceed.
"In
May the organizers said there was a “good
chance” the race would take place. But now the
race is on a much firmer footing and can
proceed, subject to any sudden change in
conditions such as the re-imposition of
lockdown."
(stickybottle.com) (Credit not Provided)
July
7, 2020
3 Wheel Upgrades for your Road or
Gravel Bike.
"Road, gravel and all-road offerings." (roadbikeaction.com) (Credit not Provided) July
7, 2020
Column
Two
Freeman medical tribunal to resume
in October.
"The
hearing that is assessing whether the former
British Cycling and Team Sky doctor is fit to
practice medicine was adjourned on medical
grounds in December."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bryn
Lennon/Getty Images)
July
7, 2020
Union Tug-of-War: CPA Women calls
for unity in bid to represent pro peloton.
"The
women’s peloton has two different unions vying
to represent it, and the battle between them
only seems likely to heat up from here on
out."
(cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
July
7, 2020
Péraud dropped from UCI mechanical
doping role.
"'I'm
aware there's no cheating but the UCI has not
succeeded in guaranteeing that to the
public.'"
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Stephen
Farrand)
July
7, 2020
Van der Poel’s early season
schedule in doubt.
"Health
concerns in Romania put question mark over
Dutchman's planned season restart at Sibiu
Tour."
(velonews.com) (Photo by Stephen Pond/Getty
Images)
July
7, 2020
Madouas on Tour de France debut:
There's pressure but we have an objective.
"Although
Groupama FDJ's full eight-rider line-up for
this year's Tour de France has yet to be
announced, Valentin Madouas has talked about
his excitement at having already been selected
for his Tour debut."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
July
7, 2020
Jumbo Visma and Agu develop new
time-trial skinsuit.
"Agu
became the team's clothing supplier at the
beginning of 2019, and the two parties have
already worked together to develop a 'sprint
suit' - a skinsuit for using during road
races."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
July
7, 2020
Dirty Kanza has been canceled for
2020.
"Organizers
announced on Tuesday that the gravel event,
which had initially been rescheduled for
September 12, would now not be taking place at
all this year amid continued coronavirus
concerns."
(cyclingtips.com) Photography by Ethan Glading
July
7, 2020
UCI cancels multiple MTB World
Cups, plus BMX worlds and other events.
"Road
and mountain worlds still on, but several
events are being rescheduled or canceled. The
UCI released an update Tuesday on its many
world championship and World Cup events." (velonews.com)
Men’s XC racing from Snowshoe mountain. Photo:
Don Karle www.donkarle.com
July
7, 2020
An ode to the Shimano PD-M520, the
world’s most reliable pedal.
"The
Shimano PD-M520s on my bike at the moment are
at least a decade old, with the black
anodizing on the pedal body buffed to smooth
silver by the rub of shoe tread on the axle
and the ends scarred and scratched by falls." (cyclingtips.com)
Photography by Iain Treloar
July
7, 2020
Ritte Cycles Satyr Steel Gravel
Bike: Long-Term Review!.
"JOM
of the Gravel Cyclist crew has been riding the
Ritte Satyr for several months, and taken it
to places near and wide. In other words, JOM's
been riding the Satyr a lot in North Florida
and South Georgia."
(gravelcyclist.com) JOM
July
7, 2020
Bosch signals at a fully
integrated future with ebike concept.
"It’s
been ten years since Bosch launched its first
electric bike motor system and, to mark the
occasion, the brand has unveiled its eBike
Design Vision, demonstrating how it sees the
ebike developing in the future." (bikeradar.com)
Paul Norman
July
7, 2020
Column
Three
July
7, 2020
Italian cycling federation
launches investigation into riders who may have
raced illegally during lockdown.
"According
to a statement released by the Federazione
Ciclistica Italiana (FCI), the
organization received reports that cyclists
may have been competing during the nation’s
health emergency."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by GABRIEL
BOUYS/AFP via Getty Images)
July
7, 2020
Stars of the Future part III:
Liane Lippert.
"Even
if she hadn’t had a few results to show for
it, the conviction and clarity of purpose with
which Liane Lippert speaks would be enough to
convince us she was going to succeed in the
sport."
(rouleur.cc) Photographs: Cor Vos/Alex
Whitehead/SWpix.com
July
7, 2020
U23 European time trial champion
Price-Pejtersen joins Uno-X.
"The
under-23 men's European time trial champion,
Johan Price-Pejtersen, will join Norwegian
ProTeam outfit Uno-X on a two-and-a-half-year
contract."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
July
7, 2020
“Put Me Back on My Bike” -
Remembering Tom Simpson.
"Tom
Simpson was a World Champion, a winner of
Paris Nice and multiple Monuments and a BBC
Sports Personality of the Year, and
basically blazed a trail for British riders
during a brief but decorated career." (cycling.today)
(Credit not Provided)
July
7, 2020
Giro champ Richard Carapaz to fly
direct to Spain next week.
"Sources
close to the 2019 Giro d’Italia champion
confirmed to VeloNews that Carapaz and
compatriot and teammate Jhonatan Narváez will
fly direct from Quito, Ecuador, to Madrid on
July 15."
(velonews.com) (Photo by Maximiliano
Blanco/Getty Images)
July
7, 2020
The best all-rounder bikes: If you
could only have one bike, what would it be?
"The
current global situation has seen a massive
spike in bicycle sales the world over with
many people choosing the safer, more
responsible option of commuting to work by
bike rather than risk public transport."
(cyclingnews.com)(Image: © Aaron Borrill)
July
7, 2020
SunGod releases new Pace Series
sunglasses.
"British
eyewear brand SunGod has released its Pace
Series range of performance cycling
sunglasses. The range comprises two options -
the Vulcans and Velans - available in
half-frame and full-frame options that
customers can fully customize at no additional
cost."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: SunGod)
July
7, 2020
DT Swiss takes revered 1501 Spline
One wheelset to the next level with carbon
fiber.
"The
new DT Swiss 1501 Spline One wheelsets get a
host of updates for 2021, including full
carbon fiber rims with modified
characteristics, depending on their intended
discipline."
(bikeradar.com) DT Swiss
July
7, 2020
Best Turbo Trainers: Smart
trainers to improve your indoor cycling
experience.
"A
guide to choosing the best turbo trainers and
our pick of the best wheel-on and direct-drive
smart trainers available today." (cyclingnews.com)
Colin Levitch (Tacx)
July
7, 2020
Pro Discover Seatpost Carbon.
"The
Discover seatpost from Shimano offshoot Pro is
reasonably light, very long and easy to live
with. It's just a pity it doesn't actually
provide any comfort improvements." (road.cc) John
Stevenson
July
7, 2020
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Nearly two dozen cops search
Colorado neighborhood for Suzanne Morphew,
cyclist who went missing Mother's Day.
"Investigators
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