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Daily News: August 2020

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Remco Evenepoel falls from bridge on Il Lombardia descent.

Remco Evenepoel crashes over stone barriers in Il Lombardia.

USADA bans 80-year-old racer for doping.

Bernal abandons.



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Critérium du Dauphiné: Kämna wins stage 4 from breakaway amid GC chaos.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Lennard Kämna (Bora Hansgrohe) escaped from the big-name breakaway of the day to win the stage on the Megève airport finish, confirming his climbing pedigree." (cyclingnews.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)

August 15, 2020





Bernal Heads Home with a “Bad Back.”

(roadbikeaction.com)overlay"Tour de France champion Egan Bernal has been ruled out the rest of the Criterium du Dauphine with a back issue, his team-mate Geraint Thomas said ahead of Saturday’s penultimate stage." (roadbikeaction.com) (Credit not Provided)

August 15, 2020





Kruijswijk and Buchmann crash out of Criterium du Dauphiné.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The loss of Bernal, Buchmann and Kruijswijk means that three of the top four finishers of last year's Tour de France have been forced to quit the Criterium du Dauphine." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

August 15, 2020





Roglic suffers nasty road rash in Critérium du Dauphiné crash.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Primoz Roglic is the latest big-name rider to crash at the Critérium du Dauphiné, suffering serious road rash and shredding his jersey and shorts mid-way through stage 4 to Megeve." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

August 15, 2020





Adam Yates battles back from ‘persistent gastroenteritis’ at Critérium du Dauphiné.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The results might not be visible just yet but considering where Adam Yates was a few short weeks ago, the British climber can be satisfied with his performance at the Critérium du Dauphiné." (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)

August 15, 2020





A weekend of attacking racing on the cards at Dauphine.

(sbs.com.au)overlay"The Criterium du Dauphine has a way of throwing up exciting and unexpected results when it gets down to the final stages and 2020 could be a great opportunity for the same thing to happen again!" (sbs.com.au) (Getty Images)

August 15, 2020





2020 Criterium du Dauphine LIVE stream.

(cyclingfans.com)"overlay

"2020 Critérium du Dauphiné LIVE August 12-16, France.

Stage 4 starts Saturday at 12:05pm CET (6:05am U.S. Eastern).

Finish at around 4:29pm CET (10:29am U.S. Eastern).

Live video from 3:05pm CET (9:05am U.S. Eastern)."
(cyclingfans.com) (Photo: cyclingnews.com)

August 15, 2020


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August 15, 2020





Il Lombardia: Fuglsang on fire with second Monument win.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Dane makes history as George Bennett and teammate Vlasov dropped on final climb." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

August 15, 2020





Five things we learned from the 2020 Il Lombardia.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"This year’s Il Lombardia was left with a dark shadow hanging over it after Remco Evenepoel suffered a horrible crash on the descent of the Muro di Sormano." (cyclingweekly.com) (Marco Bertorello/AFP via Getty Images)

August 15, 2020





Remco Evenepoel fractures pelvis in Il Lombardia crash.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Quickstep confirmed Saturday evening that the 20-year-old suffered a fractured pelvis and bruised lung in the crash." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

August 15, 2020





Remco Evenepoel crashes over stone barriers in Il Lombardia.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Reports are unclear but footage showed the Belgian hitting the barriers on the right-hand side of the road and flipping over the bridge and into a ravine that was covered by trees. Medical teams were quickly on the scene." (cyclingnews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images) (cyclingweekly.com)

August 15, 2020





Maximilian Schachmann taken down by car in Il Lombardia.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Maximilian Schachmann was riding towards a top-ten in Il Lombardia on Saturday, and on the final descent of the race, when an unauthorized car strayed onto the course and took the German national champion down in a crash." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

August 15, 2020





2020 Tour de Wallonie Live Feed.

(cycling.today)overlay

"Tour de Wallonie 2020 - stage 1 (Soignies - Templeuve 189km) Live.

Sunday, August 16th, starts at 17:00pm Central Europe, 11:00am U.S. Eastern." (cycling.today) photo: procyclingstats.com

August 15, 2020





2020 Giro di Lombardia Live Stream.

(cyclingfans.com)"overlay

"2020 Giro di Lombardia LIVE August 15, Italy.

Race starts Saturday at 12:05pm CET (6:05am U.S. Eastern).

Finish at around 6:30pm CET (12:30pm U.S. Eastern).

Live video from 3:00pm CET (9:00am U.S. Eastern)."
(cyclingfans.com)

August 15, 2020


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Dwars door het Hageland: Jonas Rickaert victorious in Diest.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Alpecin Fenix rider Jonas Rickaert tops Nils Eekhoff. Gianni Vermeersch finishes in third place." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

August 15, 2020





Froome and Thomas have not been good enough at the Dauphiné, says Ineos DS.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The Norwegian gave his assessment on a tough day for the British team, with Egan Bernal dropping out before the start of stage four while Thomas and Froome were once again detached early from the GC group on another mountainous day in the Alps." (cyclingnews.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)

August 15, 2020





Kevin Vermaerke signs for Sunweb through 2023.

(velonews.com)overlay"The 19-year-old has signed with Team Sunweb through 2023, riding the remainder of this season as stagiaire before making the jump to the team’s WorldTour program." (velonews.com) (Photo: Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

August 15, 2020





Sam Bennett and Zdenek Stybar headline Deceuninck Quick Step at Tour de Wallonie.

(cyclingpub.com)overlay"The 47th edition of the Belgian race will have four stages that mix flat and hilly routes in which both leaders  can shine. The fight for the General Classification of the race will be tight, as has been the case in its last two editions." (cyclingpub.com) (Getty Images) (cyclingweekly.com)

August 15, 2020





Wout van Aert inspired by Roglic's strength and confidence.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"I think it’s his confidence. Actually, it’s good to remember that he’s quite new to this sport but he acts like he is he’s been there for a while. He’s direct, he says what he wants and it’s really easy for us if you need to help him," van Aert explained." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

August 15, 2020





Why Recovery from Femur and Pelvis Fractures is Hard for Cyclists.

(roadbikeaction.com)overlay"With a broken femur or pelvis, there’s a long period - sometimes months - when you can do barely anything resembling cycling training." (roadbikeaction.com) Chris Carmichael

August 15, 2020





Mega Deals: Camelbak, Jaybird, Bikepacking, REI & more great bikes and gear on sale!.

(bikerumor.com)overlay"We’re nearing that end-of-summer time, and Competitive Cyclist is beating everyone to the punch with big discounts on bikes and gear." (bikerumor.com) Kristi Benedict

August 15, 2020


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Critérium du Dauphiné: Formolo wins stage 3.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Davide Formolo (UAE Team Emirates) hung on for an incredible win on stage 3 of the Criterium du Dauphine, taking the win ahead of Primoz Roglic (Jumbo Visma) in second and Thibaut Pinot (Groupama FDJ) in third." (cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) (cyclingtips.com)

August 14, 2020





Fortune could favor the bold in Dauphiné's weekend double-header.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Saturday and Sunday are two nice stages where the climbs are well designed," Thibaut Pinot said. "I think there will be people who’ll want to risk everything to try and up-end the GC, who are going to try things." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

August 14, 2020





‘I keep an eye on Egan Bernal,’ says Primož Roglič as Jumbo Visma find winning formula.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"The Slovenian added another Jumbo Visma win to their post-lockdown tally as he jumps into the overall lead at the Critérium du Dauphiné." (cyclingweekly.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)

August 14, 2020





Analysis: No, Roglič isn’t peaking too soon.

(velonews.com)overlay"Having taken yet another victory at the second stage of the Dauphiné Thursday, some say Roglič is too strong for his own good." (velonews.com) Photo: Justin Setterfield/Getty Images

August 14, 2020





‘It’s still a long way until the third week of the Tour,’ says Ineos’ Pavel Sivakov.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"People have been quick to dismiss Ineos who have struggled at the Dauphiné as Jumbo Visma have soared, but Sivakov warns the Tour podium in Paris is still a long way off." (cyclingweekly.com) (Anne-Christine Poujoulat/AFP via Getty Images)

August 14, 2020





Tom Dumoulin says Primož Roglič is Jumbo Visma’s leader and Egan Bernal is leader at Ineos.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"The Jumbo Visma rider says he needs to get better to stand a chance of winning the Tour de France, and at the moment it’s clear Primož Roglič is the strongest, de facto leader of the team. And the same goes for Egan Bernal and Ineos too." (cyclingweekly.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)

August 14, 2020





Pro bikes: Jumbo Visma’s Bianchi Oltre XR4.

(road.cc)overlay"Team Jumbo Visma riders are ruling the World Tour on the Bianchi Oltre XR4, a road bike that has been around for four years and lacks many of the latest tech features." (road.cc) (Mat Brett)

August 14, 2020





Best heart rate monitors: Track fitness and get training insights.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The best heart rate monitors will help you track your heart rate comfortably and accurately - here's our pick of the best." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

August 14, 2020





22 speeds, one hub: Ridley Kanzo Fast gravel bike features trick drivetrain.

(cyclingtips.com)overlay

"Shifts are said to happen in just 150 milliseconds and can be performed under full load. Classified tested the system in-house with up to 1,000 watts of applied power."
(cyclingtips.com) Photography by Ridley and Classified

August 14, 2020





Zwift v Peloton: Which is best for your at-home workouts?

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"Sweating it out at home can be motivating and fulfilling thanks to Zwift and Peloton, but which should you choose? We compare the two fitness platforms." (cyclingweekly.com) Credit: Robert Cianflone/Getty Images

August 14, 2020


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Peter Sagan says Wout van Aert is a contender for the Tour de France green jersey.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"Every year it’s going to be hard to obtain the green jersey, but it’s not impossible and I’ll try again,” Sagan said at the Critérium du Dauphiné." (cyclingweekly.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)

August 14, 2020





Michael Matthews ruled out of Il Lombardia with hand injury.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Matthews finished third in San Remo but did so with a bloodied hand after he scraped into a wall near the top of the Poggio just as he was about to attack." (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)

August 14, 2020





George Bennett: Il Lombardia will be a cool battle with Evenepoel.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Kiwi hopes to take his chances and continue Jumbo Visma's success in hills of northern Italy." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

August 14, 2020





10 riders to watch at the 2020 Il Lombardia.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Evenepoel, Van der Poel and Nibali feature among the favorites for this year's second Monument." (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)

August 14, 2020





Dan Martin forced to stop in hailstones during Dauphiné disaster.

(stickybottle.com)overlay"Dan Martin had a day he won’t forget in a hurry on yesterday’s stage 2 at Critérium du Dauphiné; crashing very hard and then struggling to the finish injured only to be pelted by huge hailstones on the final climb." (stickybottle.com) (Credit not Provided)

August 14, 2020





Educating Richard - How the Giro winner is fitting in at Ineos.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"With the 2020 grand tours about to start, Chris Marshall Bell sat down with Giro champion Richard Carapaz at the Vuelta a Burgos to find out how he's settling in at Team Ineos." (cyclingweekly.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)

August 14, 2020





The best flat pedals in 2020.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"Looking for a simple and functional pedal solution? We’ve gathered together the best flat pedals currently on the market." (cyclingweekly.com) Stefan Abram

August 14, 2020





Clicky ratchet tools, shiny track hubs, flat-out rubber and a hybrid baselayer.

(bikeradar.com)overlay"The products mentioned in this article are selected or reviewed independently by our journalists." (bikeradar.com) Tom Marvin

August 14, 2020





Merlin Takeover - Giro, Pinarello, Shimano, Schwalbe, Northwave & more.

(road.cc)overlay"Merlin Cycles have some deals in this week’s takeover with brands like Giro and Abus providing the helmet deals, bikes from Argon 18 and Colnago, a lovely Pinarello frameset and loads more to get stuck into." (road.cc) dealclincher

August 14, 2020





Bike Test: KHS Grit 220.

(roadbikeaction.com)overlay"KHS offers the Grit as a complete bike in four different builds, ranging from a chromoly frameset at $829 with quick releases to a $2,799 carbon bike with front and rear thru-axles. You’ll find a fashionably flared aluminum handlebar mounted on the alloy stem." (roadbikeaction.com) Pat Carrigan

August 14, 2020





2020 Tour de Wallonie Live Feed.

(cycling.today)overlay

"Tour de Wallonie 2020 - stage 1 (Soignies - Templeuve 189km) Live.

Sunday, August 16th, starts at 17:00pm Central Europe, 11:00am U.S. Eastern." (cycling.today) photo: procyclingstats.com

August 14, 2020


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USADA bans 80-year-old racer for doping.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Multi-time track national and senior Games champion Gicquel suspended for methyltestosterone." (cyclingnews.com) (Facebook)

August 14, 2020





Dan Martin abandons Critérium du Dauphiné with sacral fracture.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The Irishman crashed hard during the high-speed run-in to the Col de la Porte, the final climb on Thursday's stage 2." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Israel Start-Up Nation)

August 14, 2020





Patrick Lefevere says he takes back his comments about putting Dylan Groenewegen in jail.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"The Deceuninck Quick Step manager made the comments after his rider Fabio Jakobsen was left in a serious condition after a high-speed crash on the opening stage of the Tour of Poland." (cyclingweekly.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)

August 14, 2020





‘We’re just doing our best to go on as normal’ after Poland, says Deceuninck Quick Step’s James Knox.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"The 24-year-old Brit was part of the squad in Poland when Jakobsen crashed and was placed in an induced coma due to the severity of his injuries." (cyclingweekly.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)

August 14, 2020





Van der Poel on Il Lombardia: ‘I need to suffer as much as possible.’

(velonews.com)overlay"The Alpecin Fenix rider looks to help his teammates in the season's second monument, and build his own form in doing so." (velonews.com) Photo: Alpecin Fenix

August 14, 2020





Kevin Vermaerke signs with Team Sunweb.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Young American Kevin Vermaerke, 19, is the latest of Axel Merckx's Hagens Berman Axeon U23 riders to graduate straight to the WorldTour, signing a three-year contract with Team Sunweb." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

August 14, 2020





Bahrain McLaren beat Ineos to Jack Haig signature.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Australian climber Jack Haig will be announced as a Bahrain McLaren rider for 2021. According to several sources, the Mitchelton Scott rider had several interested teams." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

August 14, 2020





Oakley cycling sunglasses: A comprehensive overview.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Unsure what separates a Sutro from a Jawbreaker? Our overview of the Oakley cycling sunglasses range explains all you need to know." (cyclingnews.com) (Image: Aaron Borrill)

August 14, 2020





Ritchey sheds new light on flared bars with Beacon super wide dropbar.

(bikerumor.com)overlay"The Beacon’s most notable feature is its super-wide 36° drop flare. This allows you to span out into a more comfortable position while at the same time adding stabilizing control." (bikerumor.com) (Credit not Provided)

August 14, 2020





Elinor Barker says she has experienced sexism "again and again" throughout her career.

(road.cc)overlay"Elinor Barker says that she has repeatedly faced sexism throughout her career. "I would say I've experienced it again and again throughout my career. At least since I started cycling when I was 10." (road.cc) (Alex Bowden)

August 14, 2020





Gear Break: Wahoo KICKR, Katusha Sale, ABUS Helmet, Canyon CFR, KOO & Continental Trail.

(pezcyclingnews.com)overlay

"What’s new on the cycling market? Wahoo's new KICKR, Katusha women’s sale, new ABUS StormChaser helmet, new Canyon CFR bike, KOO Eyewear stay with Trek Segafredo and Continental sponsor gravel challenge Orbit360."
(pezcyclingnews.com) (Credit not Provided)

August 14, 2020





Review: Shimano SH-ME7 mountain bike shoes.

(velonews.com)overlay"These shoes, with a synthetic leather upper, neoprene cuff, and Michelin-rubber sole are hands-down the most comfortable clipless shoes I’ve worn riding, and the most grippy for walking." (velonews.com) Photo: Berne Broudy

August 14, 2020


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Critérium du Dauphiné: Primoz Roglic wins stage 2 atop Col de Porte.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Primož Roglič (Jumbo Visma) took a comprehensive victory on stage 2 of the Critérium du Dauphiné, attacking 650 meters from the top of the Col de Porte to take over the race lead." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

August 13, 2020





Sepp Kuss keeps his cool as Team Ineos turns up the heat at the Critérium du Dauphiné.

(velonews.com)overlay"Sepp Kuss became Jumbo Visma's top domestique during stage 2 of the Critérium du Dauphiné. The young American chased down an attack by Egan Bernal to set up Primož Roglič's win." (velonews.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)

August 13, 2020





Dauphiné analysis: Too early to anoint Roglic as Tour de France champion.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Slovenian smoked his rivals on stage 2 but the key Tour mountains remain weeks away." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

August 13, 2020





Groupama FDJ fights for scraps behind Ineos and Jumbo Visma at Dauphiné.

velonewsoverlay"This week’s Critérium du Dauphiné is already shaping up to be a two-team race. And it’s not just the fans and media that think that, but also Groupama FDJ boss Philippe Mauduit." velonews Photo: Justin Setterfield/Getty Images 9

August 13, 2020





Riders and fans scramble for cover as hailstorm hits Dauphiné stage 2 finish.

(cyclingtips.com)overlay"Many Riders were hit by one hell of a hail storm - worst Than anything we experienced. The scene was total chaos and mayhem... riders running for cover, hit hard by icy mini ping pong balls." (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Gruber Images)

August 13, 2020





2020 Criterium du Dauphine LIVE stream.

(cyclingfans.com)"overlay

"2020 Critérium du Dauphiné LIVE August 12-16, France.

Stage 2 starts Thursday at 12:50pm CET (6:50am U.S. Eastern).

Finish at around 4:27pm CET (10:27am U.S. Eastern).

Live video from 2:45pm CET (8:45am U.S. Eastern)."
(cyclingfans.com) (Photo: cyclingnews.com)

August 13, 2020


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Remco Evenepoel: I hope I can make memories at Il Lombardia.

cyclingnewsoverlay"Evenepoel traveled early to northern Italy and reconned the final 130km of the hilly route between Bergamo and Como on Wednesday. He then rode some of the route again with his teammates on Thursday."cyclingnews (Image credit: Bettini Photo)

August 13, 2020





Van Garderen: Skipping early races ‘could pay dividends’ for EF Pro Cycling at the Tour.

(velonews.com)overlay"EF Pro Cycling skipped early stage races like the Vuelta a Burgos and Tour de l'Ain. Tejay van Garderen says this could pay off at the Tour de France." (velonews.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)

August 13, 2020





Chris Froome ‘feeling better and better’ as he does ‘all he can’ to make case for Tour inclusion.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"Chris Froome says he is “feeling better and better” the more race days he gets under his belt but errs on the side of caution as to whether he expects to be in Ineos’ Tour de France team next week." (cyclingweekly.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)

August 13, 2020





Urán lands on feet in first race since February.

(velonews.com)overlay"EF Pro Cycling leader put in attacking display in final of Dauphiné to get Tour de France legs turning after long layoff." (velonews.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)

August 13, 2020





What you need to know about the 2020 Il Lombardia.

(cyclingtips.com)overlay"Held in the Lombardy region in Italy’s north west, the race starts in Bergamo, 40 km north east of Milan, and finishes in Como, on the shores of the lake of the same name." (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Kristof Ramon)

August 13, 2020





Cannondale Topstone Lefty 3 gravel bike review.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The Cannondale Topstone Lefty 3 draws from the best ideas in Cannondale’s history. It’s a full-suspension gravel race bike that brings back the out-of-the-box thinking we've come to expect from Cannondale." (cyclingnews.com) (Image: © Josh Ross)

August 13, 2020





Best value e-bikes.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"E-bikes having been surging in popularity as their prices have come down and there are many good value options." (cyclingweekly.com) Stefan Abram

August 13, 2020


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Holm: ‘If we survived Festina and Puerto, cycling can survive COVID.’

velonewsoverlay"Veteran sport director optimistic that pro racing will endure. From doping scandals to folding teams, cycling has been through the ringer." velonews Photo: © Bryn Lennon

August 13, 2020





Wout van Aert: I'll have my own chances at the Tour de France.

cyclingnewsoverlay"The Belgian is set to play a super-domestique role in the coming weeks, with four tougher summit finishes coming at the remainder of the Dauphiné and a Tour de France which will see Jumbo Visma give total support to their three general classification leaders in Primož Roglič, Tom Dumoulin and Steven Kruijswijk." cyclingnews (Image credit: Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

August 13, 2020





Strava stats from Wout van Aert, Chris Froome and Tadej Pogačar reveal how tough day one of Critérium du Dauphiné was.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"Wout van Aert continued his comeback on the opening stage of the Critérium du Dauphiné, taking a seemingly effortless uphill sprint victory against some of the biggest names in the sport." (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by Anne-Christine Poujoulat - Pool/Getty Images)

August 13, 2020





Out of the Saddle with Fernando Gaviria.

(velonews.com)overlay"Growing up in a land of climbers, Gaviria has become one of the world’s top road sprinters who dreams of riding the cobbles of the great northern classics." (velonews.com) (James Startt)

August 13, 2020





Hands-on: CORE's New Skin/Body Temp Sensor with Garmin/Wahoo integration.

(dcrainmaker.com)overlay"If you’re training in hot environments for hours on end - then it makes sense. There’s plenty of studies out there for different sports on the impact of heat and athletic performance, and that’s before you even approach safety/danger aspects of training in extreme temperatures." (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)

August 13, 2020





Yes, Wout van Aert has been winning on rim brakes: So what?

(cyclingtips.com)overlay"We have the curious case of Wout van Aert and his big wins at Strade Bianche, Milan San Remo, and the first stage of the Dauphine, riding a Bianchi Oltre XR4 fitted with - the horror - rim brakes." (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Kristof Ramon)

August 13, 2020





Gravel bike setup: How to choose the right gearing, wheel size, tires and more.

(bikeradar.com)overlay"Gravel bikes are extremely versatile but that also means you have a wide range of setup options. Here's everything you need to know." (bikeradar.com) Paul Norman

August 13, 2020





Cervelo R3 review.

(cyclist.co.uk)overlay"Cervelo says the second-tier R3’s carbon frameset has been designed differently. Apparently it looks to afford the rider with comfort rather than the outright performance." (cyclist.co.uk) (Joe Robinson)

August 13, 2020








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