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Daily News: August 2020

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Team Ineos could replace Egan Bernal with Richard Carapaz at Tour de France.

Technical FAQ: Headset spacers, disc brakes, carbon rims.

Alaphilippe sports $168,000 watch during race.

Fabio Jakobsen: The doctors at the finish line saved my life.



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August 18, 2020
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Tour de Wallonie: Sam Bennett wins stage 3.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Sam Bennett (Deceuninck Quick Step) claimed victory in a dramatic finale to stage 3 of the Tour de Wallonie, getting the better of Arnaud Démare (Groupama FDJ) and John Degenkolb (Lotto Soudal)." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

August 18, 2020





Team Ineos could replace Egan Bernal with Richard Carapaz at Tour de France.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"Worries begin to mount over Bernal's back injury sustained at the Criterium du Dauphine." (cyclingweekly.com) (Joe Robinson)

August 18, 2020





Elia Viviani, Guillaume Martin to lead Cofidis at Tour de France.

(velonews.com)overlay"Martin has left his mark at Cofidis,” team manager Cedric Vasseur said. “Our mission, our obligation, is to put a team around Guillaume at the Tour, taking into account the status of Elia Viviani." (velonews.com) (James Startt)

August 18, 2020





NTT Pro Cycling target Tour de France sprints with Nizzolo, Walscheid and Boasson Hagen.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The African WorldTour team has also selected Michael Valgren and Michael Gogl, with Domenico Pozzovivo the protected climber and veteran Roman Kreuziger completing the eight-rider team." (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)

August 18, 2020





Sean Kelly: Fuglsang should be riding Tour de France.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"It's a shame that he's not going to ride the Tour de France. He's in fantastic form right now, and with what's looking like a very open race, he has a very real chance of getting on the podium." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

August 18, 2020





Tour de France 2020 stage-by-stage preview.

(road.cc)overlay

"Everything you need to know about what could be one of the most unpredictable editions in years."
(road.cc) (Simon MacMichael)

August 18, 2020





Tuscan region bids to host 2020 Road World Championships.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The promoting cities are mainly Peccioli, well known in the cycling world because every year it hosts the Coppa Sabatini, and the industrious Pontedera, now the traditional venue of the Giro della Toscana." (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)

August 18, 2020





Is the Peloton indoor exercise bike and app worth it?

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"Peloton's fitness classes are incredibly popular outside the cycling sphere - so what is all of the fuss about? Why hasn’t the cycling world embraced it fully?" (cyclingweekly.com) Credit: Image: Peloton

August 18, 2020





Best road bike deals.

(cyclingnews.com)"overlay"Hunting down the best road bike deals can be a long and laborious internet-trawling grind. New deals appear all the time and the availability of the most common sizes is often limited." (cyclingnews.com)

August 18, 2020





AX-Lightness VIAL evo Disc gives you strength, stiffness, and a 5.6kg/12.3lb road bike.

(bikerumor.com)"overlay"The VIAL evo Disc bike starts with a handbuilt carbon fiber frame made in Germany through a production process that begins with the same high end pre-preg carbon fiber used in motorsports and aerospace." (bikerumor.com)

August 18, 2020





2020 Tour de Wallonie Live Feed.

(cycling.today)overlay

"Tour de Wallonie 2020 - stage 3 (Montzen - Visé 192km) Live.

Tuesday, August 18th, starts at 15:20pm Central Europe, 09:20am U.S. Eastern." (cycling.today) photo: procyclingstats.com

August 18, 2020


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Vlasov wins Giro dell'Emilia.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Aleksandr Vlasov with his second win in just a couple of weeks. He's having a huge year. The Russian denies Almeida on San Luca." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

August 18, 2020





Cecilie Uttrup Ludwig wins Giro dell'Emilia Donne.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The Dane beat 2018 winner Rasa Leleivyte (Aromitalia Basso Bikes Vaiano) and Pauliena Noisemakers (CCC Liv) across the line atop the final climb of the San Luca in Bologna." (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)

August 18, 2020





Cattaneo is latest Deceunick Quick Step rider to be put on sidelines.

(velonews.com)overlay"Bad luck continues for Deceunick Quick Step, with Mattia Cattaneo joining a growing list of riders from the Belgian team to crash out of action - sidelined for six to eight weeks." (velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)

August 18, 2020





Bob Jungels signs for AG2R La Mondiale.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"AG2R La Mondiale are in the midst of a substantial turnover in high-profile riders, with Romain Bardet and Pierre Latour both leaving." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

August 18, 2020





Sunweb extend contracts with Arndt and Stork.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Team Sunweb have handed two-year contract extensions to both Nikias Arndt and Florian Stork, which will keep them with the German WorldTour team until at least the end of the 2022 season." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

August 18, 2020





Coming to a shoe near you: Boa announces new Li2 dials.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"We’ll see the new Li2 dial feature on shoe releases from the likes of Shimano, Fizik, Rapha, Scott, Lake, Gaerne, and DMT over the next few months." (cyclingweekly.com) Dave Rome

August 18, 2020





Is Campagnolo teasing a new gravel bike group?

(bikerumor.com)overlay

"A new Instagram account could be setting the stage for a new Campagnolo gravel group. Campy's giving us two looks at how their existing groups have been used for gravel bikes."
(bikerumor.com) (Tyler Benedict) (Instagram)

August 18, 2020





CADEX Cycling: A comprehensive overview.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"You've seen its wheels bolted into CCC Team's bikes, here's the lowdown on Giant's high-end components brand." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Cadex)

August 18, 2020





Specialized Align II bike helmet offers MIPS protection & modern look at impressive price.

(bikerumor.com)overlay"Like anything in the bicycle world, you can spend a lot of money to obtain the best helmets on the market. Fortunately, you can still get a great helmet with advanced protection without emptying your wallet." (bikerumor.com) (Zach Overholt)

August 18, 2020





2020 Giro dell’Emilia Live Feed.

(cycling.today)"overlay

"Giro dell’Emilia 2020 (Casalecchio di Reno - San Luca 199.7km) LIVE.

Tuesday, August 18th, starts at 15:00pm Central Europe, 09:00am U.S. Eastern." (cycling.today)

August 18, 2020


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Luca Wackermann wins Tour du Limousin opener.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Luca Wackermann (Vini Zabù KTM) won the opening stage of the Tour du Limousin, attacking on the hilltop finale to leave a reduced group trailing in behind in Evaux-les-Bains." (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)

August 18, 2020





Fabio Jakobsen: The doctors at the finish line saved my life.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Fabio Jakobsen has spoken for the first time since his high-speed crash at the Tour de Pologne, revealing he was grateful to be alive." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

August 18, 2020





‘My season is over but I’ll come back stronger than before’: Remco Evenepoel shares update for fans from his hospital bed in Belgium.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"The Deceuninck Quick Step rider says his 2020 season is over after he suffered multiple injuries in a shocking fall in Italy last weekend, which saw him hit a low wall on a bridge and fall into the ravine below." (cyclingweekly.com) (Picture: Deceuninck Quick Step)

August 18, 2020





Gilbert: ‘If you don’t want to take risks, stay at home.’

(velonews.com)overlay"Belgian veteran reacts to wave of incidents and dangerous race courses in the restarted cycling season." (velonews.com) (James Startt)

August 18, 2020





Mørkøv blasts the CPA as a 'worthless organization.'

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Deceuninck Quick Step rider Michael Mørkøv has expressed his frustration with the UCI, questioning the governing body's role in the sport after the latest in a string of safety-related incidents, while calling the professional riders' association, the CPA, a "worthless organization."(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

August 18, 2020





Valverde casts doubts on extending his contract to 2022.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"I had thought of continuing for another year but, as of today, I will not continue after 2021. I have to find better sensations." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

August 18, 2020





Sprint Training: Tips to improve your power.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"There's no quick and fast way of increasing your power but the following training tips and workout plan will get you performing at your best in no time." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

August 18, 2020





Best cycling computers: GPS, maps, data and more, the best bike computers can do it all.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The best cycling computers are feature-packed, intuitive and easy to live with head units that provide data, maps and more." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Josh Croxton)

August 18, 2020





Bike of the week: Specialized Roubaix Pro Force eTap.

(bikeradar.com)overlay"The geometry of this non-S-Works version is taller and shorter than that of the Tarmac, Specialized's all-round road bike, but it’s no dutch-style town bike either." (bikeradar.com) (Simon Bromley)

August 18, 2020





NRC X3.Earth glasses.

(road.cc)overlay"The NRC X3.Earth sunglasses are lightweight and comfortable, they offer high clarity thanks to a Zeiss lens, and the frame is made largely from a plant-derived material that's dye-free." (road.cc) (Mat Brett)

August 18, 2020





2020 Tour du Limousin Live Feed.

(cycling.today)overlay

"Tour du Limousin 2020 - stage 1 (Couzeix - Evaux-Les-Bains 183.5km) LIVE.

Tuesday, August 18th, starts at 14:00pm Central Europe, 08:00am U.S. Eastern." (cycling.today) (tourdulimousin.com)

August 18, 2020


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Tour de Wallonie: Démare wins in Wavre.

(Timoverlay"Arnaud Demare (Groupama FDJ) claimed victory on stage 2 of the Tour de Wallonnie, beating overall leader Caleb Ewan (Lotto Soudal) to the line in another bunch sprint in Wavre." (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)

August 17, 2020





Riders complain about dangerous roads at Tour de Wallonie.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Van Avermaet's bike broken by pothole as finishing circuit bollards also cause concern." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

August 17, 2020





Pinot to skip French championships road race.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Groupama FDJ leader Thibaut Pinot will miss this Sunday's French national championships road race in Grand-Champ, Brittany, in order to rest his back." (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)

August 17, 2020





Suspense builds ahead of Ineos selection for Tour de France.

(velonews.com)overlay"Team officials confirmed to VeloNews that the eight-rider selection likely won’t be made this week. Initially, the team had hoped to have its final “Tour Eight” ready to go by the time the Critérium du Dauphiné wrapped up Sunday." (velonews.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)

August 17, 2020





Lilian Calmejane signs with AG2R La Mondiale for 2021.

(cyclingpub.com)overlay"The 27-year-old has been in Direct Energie since 2016 and has taken victories in races like the Circuit Cycliste Sarthe-Pays de la Loire, the Settimana Internazionale Coppi e Bartali and the Etoile de Besseges, as well as of stage of the Tour de France in 2017 and of the Vuelta a España in 2016." (cyclingpub.com) (Facebook)

August 17, 2020





Review: Argon 18 Subito E-Road.

(cyclingmagazine.ca)overlay"The E-Road has an endurance geometry that it inherits from the Krypton. The fit range on those bikes is impressive because of the 3D headset, which the company has spec'd on various models throughout the years." (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Matt Stetson

August 17, 2020





The Paul Smith + Mercian Tandem is a £20,000 piece of art.

(cyclist.co.uk)overlay"Tandems may not be your thing, perhaps neither is steel, but we should all gather round and enjoy the unique beauty of the Paul Smith + Mercian Tandem." (cyclist.co.uk) Photography Alberto Strada / Wallpaper* Handmade

August 17, 2020





Five cool things coming soon from Garmin, Merida, Topeak, Showers Pass and SunGod.

(road.cc)overlay"Hopefully you enjoyed the sunshine while it lasted, because it's just come to an abrupt end by the looks of things! Come rain or shine, here's the best of what we've been riding around on recently." (road.cc) (Jack Sexty)

August 17, 2020





2020 Tour de Wallonie Live Feed.

(cycling.today)overlay

"Tour de Wallonie 2020 - stage 2 (Frasnes-Lez-Anvaing - Wavre 172.3km) Live.

Monday, August 17th, starts at 15:20pm Central Europe, 09:20am U.S. Eastern." (cycling.today) photo: procyclingstats.com

August 17, 2020


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Consistency pays off in big way for Daniel Martínez at Dauphiné.

(velonews.com)overlay"One of cycling’s oldest adages is that you have to finish to win. And a wild and dynamic Critérium du Dauphiné also proved that hanging in there without giving up can just as often deliver the goods." (velonews.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)

August 17, 2020





Alaphilippe sports $168,000 watch during race.

(sbs.com.au)overlay"Julian Alaphilippe (Deceuninck Quick Step) has been wearing an ultralight watch during racing in recent weeks, highlighted by a close-up during the Criterium du Dauphine coverage on SBS." (sbs.com.au) (Credit not Provided)

August 17, 2020





Power Analysis: Sepp Kuss at the 2020 Critérium du Dauphiné.

(velonews.com)overlay"We dive into the young Jumbo Visma rider's astonishing power numbers from the Critérium du Dauphiné." (velonews.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)

August 17, 2020





Driver who cut off Schachmann during Il Lombardia fined.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Authorities in Italy have given a €129 fine and docked two points from the driving license of the woman who drove onto the course during the finale of Il Lombardia on Saturday, cutting off German champion Maximilian Schachmann, who plowed into the side of her vehicle and fractured his collarbone." (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)

August 17, 2020





The definitive list of Thigh Puns.

(thepelotonbrief.com)overlay"To Celebrate the launch of this season’s Thighs Club jerseys (By Alex Dowsett and Chanel his better half) we told them we would put together the ultimate, end all, BEST EVER, list of thigh puns." (thepelotonbrief.com) (Credit not Provided)

August 17, 2020





Gravel Bike Upgrades: The best improvements for your gravel bike.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"From quick and easy wins to significant component changes, here's our pick of the best gravel bike upgrades you can make." (cyclingweekly.com) Katherine Moore

August 17, 2020





Best electric gravel bikes: dirt loving drop bar e-bikes with added oomph.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"Could electric gravel bikes be the best and most versatile e-bikes on the market? We look at some of the best electric gravel bike options." (cyclingweekly.com) Katherine Moore

August 17, 2020





Cube releases details of 2021 bikes, here are the highlights.

(road.cc)overlay"Cube has released details of its 2021 bikes with a new carbon option in the Nuroad gravel range and a new SL Road flat bar commuter bike being the highlights. Building on its sponsorship of the Tormans cyclocross team, there’s also a new 'cross racer for getting muddy." (road.cc) (Liam Cahill)

August 17, 2020





2020 Giro dell'Emilia Live Feed.

(cycling.today)"overlay

"Giro dell’Emilia 2020 (Casalecchio di Reno - San Luca 199.7km) LIVE.

Tuesday, August 18th, starts at 15:00pm Central Europe, 09:00am U.S. Eastern." (cycling.today)

August 17, 2020


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Sicot files dual complaints with police and UCI against Doltcini Van Eyck manager Bracke.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Marion Sicot has filed a formal complaint against Doltcini Van Eyck manager Marc Bracke with the UCI Ethics Commission, citing six rule violations concerning sexual harassment, discrimination, violating contract rules and fraud." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

August 17, 2020





After a string of horrific crashes, riders protest over safety.

(cyclingtips.com)overlay"The resumption of the cycling season has seen chaotic racing, an upended Ineos hegemony, and eager anticipation for the competition to come." (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)

August 17, 2020





Équipe Paule Ka withdraws from Giro dell’Emilia following bike theft.

(velonews.com)overlay"The Équipe Paule Ka women’s pro cycling team has withdrawn from Tuesday’s Giro dell’Emilia race in Italy following the theft of team bicycles in Bologna." (velonews.com) Photo by Sean Robinson/velofocus.com

August 17, 2020





Women’s Giro Dell'Emilia grows in stature amid COVID-19 race cancellations.

(velonews.com)overlay"he 1.pro race, normally held in early October, will see fierce competition from a hungry, fit peloton." (velonews.com) (Photo: Yuzuru Sunada)

August 17, 2020





How to train like a pro cyclist.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Want to get fitter, stronger and race like a pro cyclist? We take a closer look at five ways to boost your performance on the bike." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

August 17, 2020





Goodyear gets racy with Ultra High-Performance road.

(velonews.com)overlay"Goodyear expands its road cycling tire lineup to include various widths and a tubeless tire." (velonews.com) Photo: Goodyear Tires

August 17, 2020





Strava Goals update - Elevation targets, monthly goals and more.

(bikeradar.com)overlay

"The new features are live now and are only available to premium subscribers."
(bikeradar.com) Jack Luke

August 17, 2020





eBay Finds: Philippe Gilbert's 2014 Pearl Izumi BMC skinsuit.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"We've unearthed yet another fantastically exclusive piece of pro-team kit on our latest trawl of popular buy-and-sell site eBay, and this time it's a 2014 Pearl Izumi BMC skinsuit that once belonged to, and is signed by, Philippe Gilbert." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: wolverine_cycles / eBay)

August 17, 2020





AX-Lightness debuts 5.4kg disc road bike built for everyday riding.

(bikeradar.com)overlay"With a frame made in Germany, the Vial Evo Disc is claimed to weigh just 5.4kg for a complete bike in its lightest configuration." (bikeradar.com) (Matthew Loveridge)

August 17, 2020





2020 Tour du Limousin Live Feed.

(cycling.today)overlay

"Tour du Limousin 2020 - stage 1 (Couzeix - Evaux-Les-Bains 183.5km) LIVE.

Tuesday, August 18th, starts at 14:00pm Central Europe, 08:00am U.S. Eastern." (cycling.today) (tourdulimousin.com)

August 17, 2020


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Daniel Martinez wins Critérium du Dauphiné.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Young Coloradan wins mountainous stage after attacking from elite escape group, Martínez takes overall for EF Pro Cycling after Roglič did not start.." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

August 16, 2020





2020 Criterium du Dauphine Stage 5 Recap.

(roadbikeaction.com)overlay"Daniel Martinez of Colombia emerged as a surprise winner of the five-day Criterium du Dauphine on Sunday, having been in fifth place overnight. The stage itself was won by American Jumbo Visma rider Sepp Kuss." (roadbikeaction.com) (Credit not Provided)

August 16, 2020





‘The Tour is one of my objectives but I’m staying calm,’ says Martínez after Dauphiné win.

(cyclingweekly.com)(Photooverlay"The Colombian says he'll keep his feet on the ground despite overhauling Thibaut Pinot to win the French stage race." (cyclingweekly.com)(Photo by Anne-Christine Poujoulat/Pool via Getty Images)

August 16, 2020





Primoz Roglic abandons the Dauphine due to crash injuries.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Roglic’s abandon means that Thibaut Pinot (Groupama FDJ) will carry the race lead into Sunday’s final stage, 10 seconds ahead of Guillaume Martin (Cofidis)." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

August 16, 2020





Roglic's injuries shouldn't disrupt his Tour de France preparation says team boss.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"He fell hard on his hip and we just want to see how he responds to that. It's better to be safe than sorry," Plugge said in Megève on Sunday morning after it was confirmed that Roglič wouldn't be starting the Dauphiné's final stage." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

August 16, 2020





2020 Criterium du Dauphine LIVE stream.

(cyclingfans.com)"overlay

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

Stage 5 starts Sunday at 12:10pm CET (6:10am U.S. Eastern).

Finish at around 4:50pm CET (10:50am U.S. Eastern).

Live video from 3:10pm CET (9:10am U.S. Eastern)."
(cyclingfans.com) (Photo: cyclingnews.com)

August 16, 2020


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Remco Evenepoel expected to travel back to Belgium within 24 hours.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Remco Evenepoel is expected to be transported by airplane back to Belgium in the next 24 hours, according to a medical update from his team Deceuninck Quick Step on Sunday." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

August 16, 2020





Tour de Wallonie: Caleb Ewan wins stage 1.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The Australia came along the barriers to beat Sam Bennett (Deceuninck Quick Step) and Belgian national champion Tim Merlier (Alpecin Fenix)." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

August 16, 2020





‘Before yesterday I would have said we were favorites for the Tour,’ says Tom Dumoulin.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"Despite losing two of their leaders to crashes during the race’s penultimate stage, Jumbo Visma bounced back as Sepp Kuss took the stage five victory." (cyclingweekly.com) (Anne-Christine Poujoulat/AFP via Getty Images)

August 16, 2020





Sunday Trading: Save big on Mavic wheels and Castelli kit.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"This Sunday we’ve found some great deals across a whole host of top products, including high end Mavic wheels, Castelli jerseys and Fizik shoes." (cyclingweekly.com) Rupert Radley

August 16, 2020





Alpkit Possum Bikepacking frame bag.

(road.cc)overlay"The Alpkit Possum is a half-frame bag designed to work alongside water bottles and in as many frames as possible. It creates a stable, light and easy to access storage area, and the highly adjustable straps mean it's very versatile." (road.cc) Matt Page

August 16, 2020


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Being Pro: Sepp Kuss.

(roadbikeaction.com)overlay"I think when fans see the more personal side of pro cycling, they are more inclined to be genuine fans or support the sponsors who invest in cycling." (roadbikeaction.com) (Bettini Photo)

August 16, 2020





UCI investigating Il Lombardia car incident that left Max Schachmann with fractured collarbone.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"It is inadmissible to witness certain accidents in a WorldTour race,” the CPA said afterwards. “We also want to know how the facts took place. Racing must be safer for athletes. We will never stop repeating it." (cyclingweekly.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)

August 16, 2020





‘Big question marks’ over Bora Hansgrohe's Emanuel Buchmann and Max Schachmann ahead of Tour de France.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"While it was a tough day at the office for Jumbo Visma at the Critérium du Dauphiné, the Dutch team would likely acknowledge it could be worse, which it was for Bora Hansgrohe." (cyclingweekly.com) (Anne-Christine Poujoulat/AFP via Getty Images)

August 16, 2020





Riders protest about safety at Critérium du Dauphiné but the race goes on.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The CPA riders association have confirmed to Cyclingnews that the peloton neutralized the early kilometers of stage 5 of the Critérium du Dauphiné in protest to the poor road surface conditions during Saturday's stage 4." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

August 16, 2020





Best puncture-proof tires.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"There are some tires that, although not the toughest, are nevertheless still really robust while allowing you to zip along at a fair pace." (cyclingweekly.com) Stefan Abram

August 16, 2020





How do e-bikes work?

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"Legally, in some areas, to classify as an electric bike, the motor has to assist your pedaling. So it can’t provide power if you’re not putting in at least some of your own effort." (cyclingweekly.com) Paul Norman

August 16, 2020





Ribble Endurance Ti Disc Enthusiast 2020.

(road.cc)overlay"By using tube profiles that exploit the natural smooth ride feel of titanium, and geometry designed to offer the compact, aero position of a race bike but without the associated fast and sometimes twitchy handling, Ribble delivers." (road.cc) (Stu Kerton)

August 16, 2020








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