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Daily News: July 2021


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July 21, 2021
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UCI president says 'no reason to doubt' Pogačar brilliance.

(sbs.com.au)overlay"International Cycling Union (UCI) president David Lappartient talked down suspicions around the performance of Tadej Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates) at this year's Tour de France, insisting there's no cause to doubt the Slovenian."
(sbs.com.au) (Image credit: Getty Images) July 21, 2021






Mark Cavendish beats Tim Merlier to sprint victory in post-Tour de France crit.

Byoverlay"The British sprinter was on the podium again in the lucrative exhibition race in Flanders."
By Alex Ballinger (cyclingweekly.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images) July 21, 2021






Analyzing the 2021 Tour de France teams.

Byoverlay"With the dust now settled on the 2021 Tour de France, everyone has had time to reflect on the race and gain a little perspective."
By Patrick Fletcher (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport) July 21, 2021






Canyon SRAM to launch women’s development team in 2022.

Byoverlay"Eight women will join a UCI Continental extension of Canyon SRAM to create a two-tier structure, something never seen before in the women’s WorldTeam peloton."
By Abby Mickey (cyclingtips.com) photography by ©Thomas Maheux July 21, 2021






Which type of inner tube holds air the best?

Byoverlay"All pneumatic bicycle tire systems suffer from permeation, a phenomenon that happens when the molecules of a gas diffuse through the materials containing them."
By Dave Rome (cyclingtips.com) photography by Dave Rome July 21, 2021






Revel Bikes releases gravel/all road wheelset.

Byoverlay"The RW23 is the latest edition to the ‘Revel Wheels’ collection from Revel. In February of last year, Revel made waves when it released its first carbon-fiber rim, the RW30."
By Betsy Welch (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found) July 21, 2021






e11even Disc Brake Wheels - Bang for the Buck Carbon Fiber.

Byoverlay"It’s probably fair to say that most riders who don’t already have carbon fiber wheels lust for them. Who wouldn’t want to have the latest, greatest, fastest, and lightest wheels that the pros ride?"
By Chuck Peña (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) July 21, 2021






8bar Grunewald Carbon v2 updates gravel bike for bigger off-road adventures.

Byoverlay"Now more of a lightweight dropbar 29er than the original 650b adventure bike, the new Grunewald Carbon v2 is lighter, fits bigger tires (obviously), can haul more gear, and will carry you faster & further than ever."
By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) July 21, 2021






2021 Tour de Wallonie Live Feed.

(cycling.today)overlay
"Tour de Wallonie 2021 - stage 3 (Plombières
Érezée, 179.9km)

Thursday, July 22nd, starts at 14:45pm Central Europe, 08:45am U.S. Eastern."
(cycling.today) (Image Credit not Found) July 21, 2021



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Fabio Jakobsen takes his first win after life-threatening crash.

Byoverlay"On the second stage of Wallonie on Wednesday (July 21), Jakobsen completed his comeback in emphatic fashion, beating Fernando Gaviria (UAE Team Emirates) in a bunch sprint in Zolder."
By Alex Ballinger (cyclingweekly.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images) July 21, 2021






Tokyo Olympics: Michael Woods from one bubble to another, Dan Craven crushed after covid positive.

Byoverlay"Dan Craven diagnosed with covid after struggling for months to secure a vaccine, and finally got call two hours after virus positive puts frustrating end to Olympic dream."
By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) Photo: PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP via Getty Images July 21, 2021






Evenepoel: Van Aert shouldn't be afraid of Tokyo Olympics course.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Belgian says steep Mikuni Pass will be 'make or break' for his co-leader and for team tactics."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) July 21, 2021






Tour of Britain 2021 route: Team time trial and Great Orme finish.

Byoverlay"This year's race will take the peloton from Cornwall, through Wales, before finishing in Scotland."
By Richard Windsor (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by Stephen Pond/Getty Images) July 21, 2021






Simac Ladies Tour reveal route for six-day race in August.

Byoverlay"The 23rd edition of the Simac Ladies Tour, formerly known as the Boels Ladies Tour, has reveal the route details for the six stages set to take place from August 24-29."
By Kirsten Frattini (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) July 21, 2021






Suunto 9 Peak In-Depth Review.

Byoverlay"I’ve been wearing the Suunto 9 Peak for about two months now, getting a feel for how both workouts handle as well as day to day wear. In many ways, the Suunto 9’s biggest changes are physical in nature - the design, shape, and size."
By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker) July 21, 2021






Best Shoes: Stylish, stiff and comfortable shoes for cyclists.

Byoverlay"Here's our pick of the best cycling shoes available this year, with designs that take into account stiffness, comfort, ventilation and style."
By Graham Cottingham, Josh Croxton (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Courtesy) July 21, 2021






Giant Contend SL 1 Disc 2021.

Byoverlay"Giant's Contend SL 1 Disc is a high-quality aluminium road bike that's relatively light, comfortable and well priced. It's not really a racer, but offers a lively, positive ride, with crisp handling."
By rob wilmott (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) July 21, 2021






Spotted: Galfer Finned Disc Rotors improve heat dissipation.

Byoverlay"The fins are said to act as a heat sink, allowing the braking surface of the rotor to cool more rapidly, reducing the effects of brake fade."
By Jessie-May Morgan (bikerumor.com) Galfer.eu July 21, 2021






Cross-country mountain bikes: Understanding their anatomy and design blueprints.

Byoverlay"We take a look at the key designs and components that make cross-country mountain bikes so fast off-road."
By Sean Fishpool (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: DNA Photographers) July 21, 2021



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Philippa York: Where now for Ineos Grenadiers after bruising Tour de France?

Byoverlay"As the dust settles on the 2021 Tour de France, there are so many top teams having to ask themselves where it went wrong and what can they do to rectify the situation."
By Philippa York (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) July 21, 2021






Great Britain Olympic team seeks Tokyo triumph after Tour de France trauma.

Byoverlay"Team director sees advantages in Geraint Thomas, Simon Yates and Tao Geoghegan Hart's crash-riddled Tour as GB aims at the Olympic podium."
By Jim Cotton (velonews.com) (Photo: Chris Graythen/Getty Images) July 21, 2021






UAE Team Emirates signs Finn Fisher-Black.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"19 year old Fisher-Black will debut with UAE Team Emirates in the UCI 1.1-ranked Prueba Villafranca - Ordiziako Klasika on Sunday."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) July 21, 2021






Olympics 2021: Meet Kata Blanka Vas, the next big thing in multi-discipline racing.

Byoverlay"Hungarian road race, time trial, mountain bike, and cyclocross champion Kata Blanka Vas is a future cycling star and the 19-year-old was snapped up by SD Worx earlier this year."
By Sadhbh O'Shea (velonews.com) Photo: Christian Kaspar-Bartke/Getty Images July 21, 2021






Japan’s Saitama criterium canceled again.

(roadbikeaction.com)overlay"The Tour de France’s Saitama Criterium has been cancelled for the second straight year over rising covid cases, organizers said, days before the Tokyo Olympic opening ceremony."
(roadbikeaction.com) photo Kei Tsuji/BettiniPhoto©2019 July 21, 2021






Press Release: 2021 USE Grinder Nationals, Presented by United States Endurance - Lawrence, Kansas.

Byoverlay"The United States Endurance is proud to present the 5th annual USE Gravel Grinder National Championship in Lawrence, Kansas on October 9, 2021. Racers will push the boundaries of human endurance and winning will require extreme willpower, skillful riding, and possibly a little luck."
By JOM (gravelcyclist.com) July 21, 2021






Brisbane selected to host the 2032 Olympics.

Byoverlay"As the opening ceremony of the Tokyo Olympics approaches, the IOC has announced Brisbane as the host of the 2032 Games."
By Dane Cash (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) July 21, 2021






Le Col x McLaren Project Aero Speedsuit review.

Byoverlay"We put the new Le Col x McLaren Project Aero Speedsuit to the test in both real-world time trials and the wind tunnel to establish if it truly is as fast as the hype suggests."
By Aaron Borrill (cyclingnews.com) (Image: © Le Col) July 21, 2021






Should We Be Racing eMTBs at the Elite Level? Maybe Not Yet.

Byoverlay"Should we be racing eBikes? Yes, of course - we should race pretty much everything with wheels. Should we be organizing elite-level competitions right now? Probably not."
By Matt Wragg (pinkbike.com) Photo: Matt Wragg July 21, 2021






Allied Echo review: The two-in-one solution, fully realized.

Byoverlay"One of the latest models to hit the market is the Echo from Allied Cycle Works, which features both adjustable rear dropouts and fork tips that transform the bike from a full-blown road racer in one mode, to a highly capable gravel machine in the other."
By James Huang (cyclingtips.com) photography by James Huang July 21, 2021



Column One
July 20, 2021
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Kasia Niewiadoma: Ready for anything at the Olympics.

Byoverlay"Polish contender on the importance of maturity, motivation and keeping it fresh ahead of her second career Games."
By Kirsten Frattini (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) July 20, 2021






Olympics: Can the Dutch women claim third straight road race title?

Byoverlay"The Dutch women made history when they won back-to-back Olympic road race titles in London and Rio. Can they do it again with a third straight victory? There are few who would bet against it."
By Sadhbh O'Shea (velonews.com) Photo: Sebastian Kahnert/picture alliance via Getty Images July 20, 2021






Guide to the cycling events at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

Byoverlay"There are four road cycling events at Tokyo 2020: a road race and time trial for men, and the same for women."
By Matt de Neef (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) July 20, 2021






Simon Jones: Australia’s first Olympics goal is making it to the start line.

Byoverlay"This Games is unique and extraordinary, getting on the start line is actually a goal. All it takes is one close contact with covid:" Simon Jones, AusCycling's performance director."
By Simone Giuliani (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport) July 20, 2021






Groenewegen takes first win since ban for infamous sprint crash.

(stickybottle.com)overlay"The Dutch rider claimed victory today in the bunch sprint that marked the finish of stage 1 at Tour de Wallonie."
(stickybottle.com) (Image Credit not Found) July 20, 2021






Tour of Britain 2021: More route details announced including TTT and summit finish in Wales.

Byoverlay"New details have been released for the 2021 Tour of Britain including the routes for its two Welsh stages, with one a team time-trial and the other a summit finish."
By Will Strickson (cyclist.co.uk) Photo: SWPix July 20, 2021






Scott Sport Shield Supersonic Edition Sunglasses.

Byoverlay"The Scott Sport Shield Supersonic Edition sunglasses may have their design roots set in the past, but with excellent clarity from the large lens and loads of eye coverage, their performance is certainly bang up to date."
By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) July 20, 2021






From 2011 to 2021: Comparing Mark Cavendish’s Tour de France green jersey bikes.

Byoverlay"Ten years apart, how do Mark Cavendish's Specialized McLaren Venge and Specialized Tarmac SL7 compare?"
By George Scott (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found) July 20, 2021



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Rating the 2021 Tour de France top 10.

Byoverlay"Filling out the top 10 were a couple of surprise packages, a couple of consistent performances, and a couple of disappointments."
By Daniel Benson (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport) July 20, 2021






It Was The Best Of Years. Or Was It? Here Are Our Tour de France Takeaways.

Byoverlay"The 2021 Tour de France was binary: either fans thought it was a suspense-less slog to a foregone conclusion, or one of the most memorable of recent editions. In truth, it was a bit of both."
By Joe Lindsey (Image Credit not Found) (bicycling.co.za) July 20, 2021






An amazing chase: How Jack Thompson rode the entire Tour de France route and beat the peloton to Paris.

Byoverlay"What took the peloton 23 days in front of a worldwide audience, took one Australian 10 days in front of five support crew."
By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Tristan Cardew / https://www.instagram.com/tristantakephoto/) July 20, 2021






Ewan back on the bike after Tour de France crash.

(sbs.com.au)overlay"Caleb Ewan is back on his bike just three weeks after a high-speed crash at the Tour de France left him with a displaced complex fracture in his right collarbone."
(sbs.com.au) (Photo: Velo) July 20, 2021






Egan Bernal pays tribute 13-year-old fan killed by truck while cycling.

Byoverlay"Julián Gómez, who became famous after cameras caught him crying as Bernal won the Tour de France, died after being hit by a truck in Colombia."
By Alex Ballinger (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: JUAN BARRETO/AFP via Getty Images) July 20, 2021






Loïc Vliegen: The Unknown Warrior.

(pelotonmagazine.com)overlay"Even ardent fans of cycling might have a hard time recognizing Loïc Vliegen, but his story exemplifies those of many “anonymous” riders in the Tour de France peloton."
(pelotonmagazine.com) Image: John Berry/Getty Images July 20, 2021






Tour of Norway teams announcement.

(voxwomen.com)overlay"All WorldTour teams will be attending the Ladies Tour of Norway, the country’s only WorldTour cycling event, which will be held form 12 -15 August."
(voxwomen.com) (Image Credit not Found) July 20, 2021






Tour de France Tech: Who won with what?

Byoverlay"New bikes, tech, kit, components and more have been on show for all to see, with manufacturers making the most of the 'shop window' effect of the world's biggest bike race."
By Josh Croxton (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) July 20, 2021






Florida man attacked by alligator after falling from bike and landing on reptile.

Byoverlay"A cyclist in Florida who crashed his bike while riding a trail and landed on an alligator sustained serious injuries after the reptile attacked him."
By Simon MacMichael (road.cc) (Facebook) July 20, 2021






Best Road Bike Shoes of 2021 - From Racing to Endurance Rides.

Byoverlay"If you spend a lot of hours on your road bike, whether casually exploring your area, logging long training miles, racing crits, or doing triathlons, a good pair of road cycling shoes are going to make you more efficient and more comfortable."
By Molly Hurford (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) July 20, 2021



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In Tokyo, Coryn Rivera will ride for her father, Wally.

Byoverlay"For Coryn Rivera, representing the USA at the Olympic Games had always been a dream. Growing up, Rivera shared this dream with her dad, Wally. The two would ride together, push each other farther."
By Abby Mickey (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) July 20, 2021






Chaves to join EF Nippo as Higuita and Hindley set for Bora Hansgrohe.

Byoverlay"The deals for both Hindley and Higuita have been in the pipeline for several months, with talks dating back to 2020. Higuita recently finished 25th in the Tour de France and has a stage win at the 2019 Vuelta a España to his name."
By Daniel Benson (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image) July 20, 2021






Data reveals huge strain of Lachlan Morton’s solo Alt Tour vs. EF Education Nippo’s Tour de France efforts.

(road.cc)overlay"Completing the full Tour de France course solo and self-supported, the EF Education Nippo pro hit a rare 20.8 out of 21 on Whoop's strain scale during day 17."
(road.cc) (Photo: Gruber Images) July 20, 2021






Commencal FCB Gravel rebuilds city cruiser frame into affordable alloy gravel bike.

Byoverlay"Commencal’s new FCB Gravel bike build highlights the versatility of their affordable alloy do-it-all bike, and the endless possibilities when you head directly to their frame shop."
By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) July 20, 2021






Best cycling computers: Route mapping and data tracking, the best bike computers will do it all.

Byoverlay"The best cycling computers are intuitive, wireless head units that seamlessly track your rides, help you plan routes and more."
By Colin Levitch, Aaron Borrill (cyclingnews.com) (image credit: josh croxton) July 20, 2021






The stuff they never tell you about rim brakes: Should you stick with tradition or switch to disc brakes?

Byoverlay"Is it worth sticking with tried and tested rim brakes, or should you think about making the jump to discs? We explore some of the most common rim brake pitfalls."
By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) July 20, 2021






Roval Alpinist CLX wheels review.

(cyclist.co.uk)overlay"While the rest of the cycling wheel world goes tubeless, for some reason Specialized has gone big on clinchers. Perhaps with an eye on the certification criteria for tubeless during the making of the next generation of these Roval Alpinist CLX wheels that won’t be necessary."
(cyclist.co.uk) Photo Roval/Specialized July 20, 2021






Best mountain bike toolkit: Everything you need to keep your bike in tip-top shape.

Byoverlay"While you could potentially buy your tools as you need them, this is often a far more costly way of doing things. By purchasing one of the best mountain bike toolkits, you'll be investing in something that will last you a lifetime."
By Josh Ross (cyclingnews.com)(Image credit: Pro-Bikegear) July 20, 2021



Column One
July 19, 2021
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The Moment The Tour de France Was Won.

(inrng.com)overlay"Grand Bornand, big win. The Laval time trial was important, the Col de Romme was decisive. Stage 8 was hectic from the start with riders trying to go clear and at one point Tadej Pogačar joined in an early breakaway, a move that said plenty about the chaotic racing."
(inrng.com) (Image credit: ASO) July 19, 2021






6 conclusions from the 2021 Tour de France.

Byoverlay"We examine the 2021 Tour as a spectacle, wondering why the race fizzled out after the high-octane first week, and highlighting the importance of both questions and answers in a race where the spectre of doping resurfaced once again."
By Barry Ryan, Alasdair Fotheringham (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image) July 19, 2021






Tour de France 2021 team ratings: How did each team perform?

Byoverlay"We rate the performances of each of the teams in the 108th edition of the Tour de France."
By Stephen Puddicombe (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) July 19, 2021






Mark Cavendish: My Tour de France shows you should never give up.

Byoverlay"Twelve months ago, it looked like Cavendish’s career was stalling towards retirement. Without a major win in years, and with health issues plaguing him, a new crop of sprinters had cemented their dominance in the sport."
By Daniel Benson (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image) July 19, 2021






Ceratizit Challenge by La Vuelta announces 24 teams.

Byoverlay"All nine top-tier Women's WorldTeams will be on the start line - Alé BTC Ljubljana, Canyon SRAM, FDJ Nouvelle Aquitaine Futuroscope, Liv Racing, Movistar Team Women, Team BikeExchange, Team DSM, Team SD Worx and Trek Segafredo."
By Kirsten Frattini (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) July 19, 2021






AbsoluteBlack HollowCage reimagines wild, low friction rear derailleur pulleys.

(bikerumor.com)overlay"Everyone and their brother has tried to make drivetrains faster with larger derailleur pulleys & ceramic bearings, but AbsoluteBlack's new HollowCage may be a truly revolutionary bike upgrade."
(bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) July 19, 2021



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Katerina Nash wins women's Belgian Waffle Ride California.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"I’m beyond excited to take the win at Belgian Waffle Ride. The intimidating distance of 132 miles, the heat and the competition kept me focused. I put it all together and saved enough energy for final climb attack."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Dejan Smaic) July 19, 2021






Wout van Aert: I'm just a little cyclist compared with Eddy Merckx.

Byoverlay"Van Aert's victory - his sixth in three Tour appearances - came in the jersey of Belgian champion, and it was perhaps inevitable that after preserving Merckx's hold on the record, he would be asked if he was, in fact, the second coming of the Cannibal."
By Barry Ryan (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport) July 19, 2021






Tadej Pogacar's Tour de France-winning Colnago V3Rs.

Byoverlay"All-Italian build complete with Campagnolo, Deda and Prologo, as well as disc brakes... mostly"
By Josh Croxton (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: PhotoFizza, UAE Team Emirates) July 19, 2021






From unfancied first selection to believing he can win a stage: Connor Swift's Tour de France dream continues.

Byoverlay"It's been a whirlwind year for Connor Swift. Last summer the 2018 British champion was surprisingly selected to ride the Tour de France."
By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) July 19, 2021






1,026 km: Austrian ultra-cyclist sets new 24 hour world record.

Byoverlay"Christoph Strasser has obliterated the previous record, covering 1,026.2 km at a mindblowing average speed of 42.75 km/h."
By Iain Treloar (cyclingtips.com) photography by Manuel Hausdorfer July 19, 2021






The Olympics road race: What you need to know.

Byoverlay"Saturday, July 24 men’s race; Sunday, July 25 women’s race.

North American Men: Lawson Craddock, Brandon McNulty, Mike Woods, Hugo Houle, Guillaume Boivin.

North American Women: Ruth Winder, Chloe Dygert, Coryn Rivera, Leah Thomas, Leah Kirchmann, Karol-Ann Canuel."
By Fred Dreier (velonews.com) (Photo: Bas Czerwinski/Getty Images) July 19, 2021






Grace Brown: Australia isn't racing for second at the Olympic Games.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Team Bike Exchange rider in the form of her life and not prepared to give up on Gold because of powerful Dutch team."
(cyclingnews.com) By Simone Giuliani (Getty Images Sport) July 19, 2021






Heads Up: 48-Hour Wahoo 10-20% off KICKR, CORE, BIKE, Speedplay & More Sale.

Byoverlay"Just a super quick Monday heads up that Competitive Cyclist is running a 2-day sale on a boatload of Wahoo gear, for 10-20% off almost everything. We’ve semi-occasionally seen these 20% off sales on Wahoo products the day after the Tour de France ends (yesterday), though I don’t think we saw one last year."
By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker) July 19, 2021



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A stage win and a yellow jersey - how the North American contingent fared at the Tour de France.

Byoverlay"Sepp Kuss won a stage, and Brandon McNulty helped deliver Tadej Pogačar to the yellow jersey - crashes, successes and surprises were all part of the North American contingent's Tour de France."
By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) July 19, 2021






Brailsford reveals health issues could spell the end of his Ineos Grenadiers reign.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Dave Brailsford has hinted that he could step down as Ineos Grenadiers manager, revealing that a string of health problems have forced him to consider his long-held role at the team. "
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport) July 19, 2021






Justin Williams, Harriet Owen, take USA Crits #4.

Byoverlay"Harriet Owen (InstaFund) notched her second win in as many days in Salt Lake City. Justin Williams (L39ion of Los Angeles) continued his team’s perfect record in the series and extended his lead in the overall standings."
By Ben Delaney (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found) July 19, 2021






O'Connor eyes yellow jersey in Tour de France future.

(sbs.com.au)overlay"Ben O’Connor hopes he will one day wear the yellow jersey after finishing fourth in his unforgettable Tour de France debut."
(sbs.com.au) (Image credit: Getty Images) July 19, 2021






Favero expands power meter offering with the Assioma Duo-Shi pedals.

Byoverlay"One of the best power meters just got better: say hello to the Favero Assioma Duo-Shi, a Shimano-specific power meter solution."
By Josh Ross (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Aaron Borrill) July 19, 2021






Alchemy expands into carbon road components, from all-road wheels to cockpits.

Byoverlay"We were surprised to see such a broad new road & all-road offering of carbon wheels, seatposts, handlebars & stems."
By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) July 19, 2021






2021 saddles for road, trail and gravel riding.

(cyclingmagazine.ca)overlay"With so many options on the market, picking a saddle can be a difficult choice to make. Here are three 2021 saddles that could work for a variety of riders."
(cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) July 19, 2021






Best gravel bikes under $1,400.

Byoverlay"Want to dip your toe into gravel riding without it costing an arm and a leg? Check out our picks of the best gravel bikes under $1,400."
By Colin Levitch, Ryan Simonovich (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Courtesy) July 19, 2021







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