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Daily News: September 2020


Column One
September 15, 2020
Doug Report Cycling Daily




Tour de France: Kämna gives Bora Hansgrohe a win on stage 16.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Lennard Kämna (Bora Hansgrohe) soared to the first Grand Tour stage victory on stage 16 of the Tour de France, jumping away from a fractured early breakaway 20km from the finish to take a solo win at Villard-de-Lans." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

September 15, 2020





Five talking points from stage 16.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"Young German star Lennard Kämna was the man to deliver victory, proving to be the strongest of the large 23-man breakaway group that went up the road." (cyclingweekly.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)

September 15, 2020





Bernal vows to bounce back after Tour de France collapse.

(velonews.com)overlay"Bottles duties and breakaways await defending champion after losing seven minutes on Grand Colombier." (velonews.com) (Photo by Thibault Camus - Pool/Getty Images)

September 15, 2020





Wout van Aert: Grand Tour contention 'not on my list of priorities.'

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"To win a Grand Tour you have to perform at the highest level for three weeks. In other words, even higher than how I'm performing now. Now, I can let go at some point in the ride, and at that moment I'm completely finished." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image)

September 15, 2020





The Sky’s Limit, and Five More 2020 Tour de France Truths.

(bicycling.co.za)overlay"The 2020 Tour de France swings into its final week, with its only race of truth looming but zero clarity in any of the jersey competitions!" (bicycling.co.za) (A.S.O.-Alex-Broadway)

September 15, 2020





For the low price of $27,000 this Peter Sagan commemorative coin could be yours.

(cyclingmagazine.ca)overlay"It’s not surprising that if any cyclist would release a commemorative coin priced at CAD $27,658.43, it would be Peter Sagan. Only 20 coins are available of the 100 pieces created, and each comes with a certificate. " (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: TrustWorthy

September 15, 2020




Review: Specialized Tarmac S-Works SL7 is a fairly well mannered road rocket.

(bikerumor.com)overlay"I’ll make this easy: If you’re looking for an all-out speed machine to make every ride faster, go get the new Specialized Tarmac SL7." (bikerumor.com) (Tyler Benedict)

September 15, 2020





Seven things to look out for during the third week.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"The Slovenian showdown, fight for the podium and the few chances for the sprinters - key an eye out for these moments in the final week." (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo: Yuzuru Sunada)

September 15, 2020





Tour de France 2020 Live Dashboard.

(steephill.tv)"overlay

"2020 Tour de France LIVE August 29-September 20.

Stage 16 start time: Tuesday at 13:05 CET (4:05 AM PDT).

Earliest live video: 13:05 CET (4:05 AM PDT).

Approximate finish: 17:36 CET (8:36 AM PDT)."
(steephill.tv)

September 15, 2020


Column Two
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Dave Brailsford: ‘People are entitled to their opinions, but I didn’t gamble with Tour de France selection.’

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"In a year where reality has been turned on its head, it makes sense that Ineos’ dominance at the Tour de France would also come to an end." (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)

September 15, 2020





Roglic cautious of losing focus in third week of Tour de France.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Roglič has first-hand experiences of things going awry in the last part of a Grand Tour, both when winning and losing the general classification advantage." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

September 15, 2020





No covid positive tests emerge during Tour de France second rest day.

(Imageoverlay"ASO said 785 tests were carried out on the second rest day in the Alps and all "returned negative results." (Image credit: Bettini Image)

September 15, 2020





Tour Tech: Why are pro riders using SRAM 12-speed set-ups that are unavailable to the public?

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"Both Movistar and Trek Segafredo are riding team-issue only SRAM chainrings in this year's Tour de France. We look at the reasons why." (cyclingweekly.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)

September 15, 2020





Pogačar highest money winner on Tour de France so far: Top 30 list.

(stickybottle.com)overlay"Each stage win is worth €11,000, 2nd is worth €5,500, 3rd gets €2,800, 4th receives €1,500, 5th gets €830 and 6th gets €780, down to €300 for 15th to 20th places on every stage." (stickybottle.com) (Credit not Provided)

September 15, 2020





Apple Watch Series 6/SE, and Apple Fitness+ Service Launched: Complete Details.

(dcrainmaker.com)overlay"Today Apple has launched the new Apple Watch Series 6 with some modest fitness/health focused upgrades, while also launching a new fitness subscription service, Apple Fitness+." (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)

September 15, 2020





Genesis 2021 bikes - New top spec Croix de Fer and Broadway urban bike.

(bikeradar.com)overlay"The Croix de Fer adventure bike offering has been expanded to 14 models for 2021. Updates include additional mounting points on the frame and clearance for 700c × 42mm or 650b × 47mm tires and internal rear brake hose routing." (bikeradar.com) Genesis

September 15, 2020





Best road bike pedals: Our pick of the best clipless pedals for road.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The best road bike pedals can offer greater pedaling efficiency, a secure hold, an aerodynamic profile at a low weight - here's our roundup of the best." (cyclingnews.com) Colin Levitch

September 15, 2020





Best road bike mirrors: A guide to the handy accessory for commuting and training rides.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"Pedaling along busy roads can be made easier and safer with a quality road bike mirror. We round up the best to suit the needs of commuters and serious cyclists alike." (cyclingweekly.com) Anna Marie Hughes

September 15, 2020





2020 Tour de Luxembourg Live Feed.

(cycling.today)overlay

"Tour de Luxembourg September 15-19, 2020.

Stage 2 (Remich - Hesperange 160.8km) Live.

Wednesday, September 16th, starts at 12:20pm Central Europe, 06:20am U.S. Eastern." (cycling.today) (skodatour.lu)

September 15, 2020


Column Three
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Giro Rosa: Marianne Vos wins stage 5.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Marianne Vos (CCC Liv) artfully negotiated a tricky run into the line on stage 5 to take her second win of the 2020 Giro Rosa in a reduced bunch sprint in the coastal city of Terracina." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

September 15, 2020





Lizzie Deignan: Teamwork is our best tactic at the Giro Rosa.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"I think our best tactic with Trek Segafredo is always teamwork," Deignan said following the stage won by Marianne Vos (CCC Liv)." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

September 15, 2020





The rapid rise of Lizzy Banks.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Lizzy Banks was months from finishing a medical degree when she decided to pursue her dream of racing bikes. In her own words, she explains why she never looked back." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

September 15, 2020





Inside the Giro Rosa: Riders discuss dirt roads, covid safety, and van Vleuten’s dominance.

(velonews.com)overlay"After four days in central Italy, the peloton heads to the coast south of Rome. Here's what riders had to say about the courses, covid protocol, and GC contention." (velonews.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)

September 15, 2020





Giro Rosa hits back at complaints about no live television coverage.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Having to choose, we have decided to protect the women's cycling movement and give up on live coverage; allowing the women to compete, which they absolutely need, especially in light of the many other canceled races." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

September 15, 2020





Teniel Campbell: I'm here for the experience in my first Giro Rosa.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"'As the days go by I learn something every single day' says the Valcar rider, who is looking ahead to Imola World Championships." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

September 15, 2020





Peloton’s New Bike+ (Plus): Everything you ever wanted to know.

(dcrainmaker.com)overlay

"Overall the Peloton Bike+ is both a blend of well-executed features, and a bit of slightly half-baked features."
(dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)

September 15, 2020





New Scott Addict RC eRide is “world’s lightest” e-road bike.

(bikerumor.com)overlay"Scott’s newest Addict RC eRide road e-bikes take a low-key approach to pedal assist, integrating a lower torque hub motor & a smaller battery into a light carbon frame." (bikerumor.com) ride photos by Rupert Fowler

September 15, 2020





Merida Telescope MTB mini-pump review.

(bikeperfect.com)overlay"Reasonably sturdy mini-pump with decent performance which is easily stashed away for mountain bike and gravel riding." (bikeperfect.com) (Image: © Graham Cottingham)

September 15, 2020





2020 Giro d’Italia Femminile (Giro Rosa) Live Feed (scroll down).

(cycling.today)overlay

"Giro d’Italia Femminile 2020 - stage 5  LIVE.

Tuesday, September 15th, starts at  12:15 CET, 6:15 am ET.
Finish at 15:03 CET, 9:03 am ET."
(cycling.today) (procyclingstats.com)

September 15, 2020


Column One
September 14, 2020
Doug Report Cycling Daily



Tour de France standings: State of play on the second rest day.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"A brutal third week is on the menu, with four forays into the mountains including a summit finish at the Col de la Loze on Wednesday and a time trial finishing atop La Planche des Belles Filles on Saturday before Sunday's final sprint into Paris." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

September 14, 2020





Pogacar says battle for Tour de France yellow jersey far from over.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The 21-year-old Slovenian was cagey about exactly how he hoped to land the blows that would see him ousting Roglič from yellow across the three Alpine stages and the Tour's single time trial yet to come." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

September 14, 2020





Uran ready to defend podium spot as Alps approach in final week of Tour de France.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"EF Pro Cycling climber trails Roglic and Pogacar but leads remaining Colombian charge." (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)

September 14, 2020





Tour de France: Jumbo Visma stamp their authority but won't sleep easy - Analysis.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"On the face of it, Jumbo Visma's performance on stage 15 of the Tour de France on Sunday was a resounding success - and yet, you wouldn't be surprised if there was a certain degree of trepidation in the Dutch team's camp." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

September 14, 2020





Lopez leaps to fourth overall after sticking with Tour de France favorites.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Astana's Miguel Angel Lopez benefited from both his own strong climbing performance and the misfortune of Colombian compatriots Egan Bernal (Ineos Grenadiers) and Nairo Quintana (Arkéa Samsic)." (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)

September 14, 2020






Wout Poels ‘getting used’ to riding Tour de France with broken rib.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"The Dutchman's mood is impenetrably positive despite riding the Tour de France with an injured lung and fractured rib." (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)

September 14, 2020





Tour de France 2020 Live Dashboard.

(steephill.tv)"overlay

"2020 Tour de France LIVE August 29-September 20.

Monday is a rest day.

Stage 15 start time: Sunday at 12:25 CET (3:25 AM PDT).

Earliest live video: 12:25 CET (3:25 AM PDT).

Approximate finish: 17:28 CET (8:28 AM PDT)."
(steephill.tv)

September 14, 2020


Column Two
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Remco Evenepoel is ‘doing better every day.’

(cyclingtips.com)overlay"I am doing better every day,” Evenepoel said. “Movement is better every day and I am not as dizzy anymore. It’s good to finally be moving because when I am lying down my hamstrings, calves, and glutes play up." (cyclingtips.com) Photography by Kristof Ramon

September 14, 2020





Simon Yates wins Tirreno Adriatico.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The pure climber managed to produce a great performance in a discipline that is unfavorable to him, finishing 17th on the stage 10km time trial in San Benedetto del Tronto." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

September 14, 2020





After winning a Tirreno Adriatico stage and leading for two days, Woods finishes eighth.

(cyclingmagazine.ca)overlay"Simon Yates successfully defended his blue leader’s jersey in Monday’s chrono, and he lifted the famous trident trophy in San Benedetto del Tronto. " (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)

September 14, 2020





Tirreno Tech: what are the wavy rimmed wheels Ineos used for the time trial?

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"From a tech point of view, the biggest news was Ineos Grenadier’s rather unusual wheel choice, seen under Geraint Thomas, Chris Froome and stage winner Filipo Ganna." (cyclingweekly.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)

September 14, 2020





CCC Team’s Wisniowski tests positive for Covid during Tirreno Adriatico.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Łukasz Wiśniowski presented with mild symptoms while racing on stage seven of Tirreno Adriatico. As per CCC Team’s policy, Wiśniowski was immediately removed from the race." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: CCC Team)

September 14, 2020





Peter Sagan not giving up pursuit of eighth Tour de France points jersey.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Sagan has won the green jersey a record seven times. However, he appears far from his best in the 2020 Tour de France sprints and Sam Bennett (Deceuninck Quick Step) wears the green jersey." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

September 14, 2020





Tech of the Week: Tour Tech.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay

"The Tour is now heading into its final week and has brought us right back into the swing of all things bike related."
(cyclingweekly.com) (James Bracey)

September 14, 2020





AG2R Citroėn team to ride BMC in 2021.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The French team will be on Swiss bikes starting next season, as BMC affirms its role as equipment sponsor until 2023" (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: BMC)

September 14, 2020





Met Rivale helmet updated with MIPS and added ventilation.

(bikeradar.com)overlay"The new Rivale includes the option of MIPS. This system uses a sliding insert that is claimed to reduce rotational forces in the event of a crash." (bikeradar.com) Paul Norman

September 14, 2020





2020 Tirreno Adriatico Live Stream.

(cycling.today)overlay

"Tirreno Adriatico 2020 - September 7-14, Italy.

Stage 8 Monday, September 14th, starts at 1:00pm CET (7:00am U.S. Eastern).

Finish at around 4:00pm CET (10:00am U.S. Eastern).

Live video from 1:00pm CET (7:00
am U.S. Eastern)." (cycling.today) (steephill.tv) (procyclingstats.com)

September 14, 2020


Column Three
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Annemiek Van Vleuten: The best way to win is to attack.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Van Vleuten holds a 1:56 lead over second-placed Kasia Niewiadoma (Canyon SRAM), who pushed Anna van der Breggen (Boels Dolmans) down to third place at 2:03." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

September 14, 2020





Looking back on the Giro Rosa: Mara Abbott’s career-defining wins in Italy.

(velonews.com)overlay"Ten years ago, Mara Abbott became the first American to win the Giro Rosa." (velonews.com) Photo: Brad Kaminski

September 14, 2020





Mathieu van der Poel confirms he will miss Imola World Championships.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Together with the coaches, we decided that the circuit is too hard for me. There is an altitude gain of almost 5,000 meters. I prefer to concentrate on the objectives that follow, which in October will be, above all, the Tour of Flanders and Paris Roubaix." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

September 14, 2020





Look’s entry into flat pedals feature a Vibram rubber sole, wait, what?

(cyclingtips.com)overlay"Look, the originator of the clipless road pedal, has just released a series of flat pedals with an obvious point of difference: they feature a Vibram rubber grip surface." (cyclingtips.com) Photography by Dave Rome

September 14, 2020





Helmets at the Tour de France: Who's wearing what?

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Whether it's for style, aerodynamics, weight, comfort or the all-important safety, if you want to wear the same helmet as the pros, here's what they're wearing." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

September 14, 2020





Our six favorite Tour de France bikes - The coolest Tour bikes, according to BikeRadar.

(bikeradar.com)overlay"Following on from the Trek 5000-series that Lance Armstrong took his first Tour victories on, the Madone is arguably the most famous bike of the last two decades." (bikeradar.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)

September 14, 2020





2020 Giro d’Italia Femminile (Giro Rosa) Live Feed (scroll down).

(cycling.today)overlay

"Giro d’Italia Femminile 2020, September 11-19, Italy - stage 4  LIVE.

Monday, September 14th, starts at  11:35 CET, 5:35am ET. Finish at 16:11 CET, 10:11am ET." (cycling.today) (procyclingstats.com)

September 14, 2020





Annemiek van Vleuten’s ‘dangerous’ Giro Rosa stage-winning Scott Addict RC.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"The Scott Addict RC has a custom world champion paintjob to celebrate van Vleuten’s epic solo win in Yorkshire in 2019. It’s black at a glance but sparkles with rainbow colors in the sun, while the silver prism logos also beam back all the colors of the spectrum." (cyclingweekly.com) Simon Smythe

September 14, 2020



Column One
September 13, 2020
Doug Report Cycling Daily



Egan Bernal out of yellow jersey battle as Tadej Pogačar triumphs on stage 15 of Tour de France 2020.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"A pivotal day of climbing from Lyon to the summit of Grand Colombier saw Jumbo Visma continue to decimate the race, as Bernal (Ineos Grenadiers) lost contact with the favorites on the final climb." (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by ANNE-CHRISTINE POUJOULAT/AFP via Getty Images)

September 13, 2020





Tour de France: Pogacar wins stage 15 atop Grand Colombier.

(cyclingnews.com)"overlay"It's only 4 seconds for Pogacar but it all counts and mentally that's a big win for him, and his second stage in this year's race. Roglic extends race lead as Bernal cracks." (cyclingnews.com)

September 13, 2020





Bob Jungels hit by ambulance on stage 15 of the Tour de France.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"The ambulance ran me over from behind, that was quite something,” Jungels said after the finish, visibly banged up." (cyclingweekly.com) Bob Jungels (Twitter/@banditbenito)

September 13, 2020





Tour de France stage 15 analysis: 2020 hindsight for Ineos.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The British team have faltered at the Tour for the first time since 2014, with Egan Bernal losing seven minutes in the Jura mountains." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

September 13, 2020





Tour de France 2020 Live Dashboard.

(steephill.tv)"overlay

"2020 Tour de France LIVE August 29-September 20.

Monday is a rest day.

Stage 15 start time: Sunday at 12:25 CET (3:25 AM PDT).

Earliest live video: 12:25 CET (3:25 AM PDT).

Approximate finish: 17:28 CET (8:28 AM PDT)."
(steephill.tv)

September 13, 2020





Chris Froome: 2020 Tour de France is Roglic's to lose.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"It's definitely Roglič's Tour to lose, I agree with that,” Froome told Eurosport. “I'd love to see Egan [Bernal] win but at the same time, I think Pogačar is not far off either." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

September 13, 2020





Sergio Higuita abandons Tour de France after crashing twice on stage 15.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Sergio Higuita's debut Tour de France has ended in tears, as the Colombian champion was forced to abandon after a pair of crashes in the opening phases of stage 15." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

September 13, 2020





Van Aert passes up own chances to keep Roglic safe in Tour de France lead.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"'I thought about it but it was more important to keep Primoz at the front' says Belgian following stage 14." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

September 13, 2020


Column Two
Doug Report Cycling Daily




Tirreno Adriatico: Van der Poel wins stage 7.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Mathieu van der Poel gave Alpecin Fenix their second victory in two days at Tirreno Adriatico winning in from the breakaway on stage 7." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

September 13, 2020





Van der Poel takes stage 7 in nail-biting finish at Tirreno Adriatico.

(cycling.today)overlay"Mathieu van der Poel caught and passed Matteo Fabbro in the last few hundred meters of an uphill finish to win the penultimate stage of the Tirreno Adriatico." (cycling.today) (Credit not Provided)

September 13, 2020





Pogacar and Roglic Race to the Line - Stage 15 Recap.

(roadbikeaction.com)overlay"Egan Bernal’s defense of the Tour de France was reduced to cinders Sunday as the Colombian suffered a meltdown on the first major mountain of the race, while the overall leader Primoz Roglic denied any suggestions he was doping." (roadbikeaction.com) (Credit not Provided)

September 13, 2020





Five talking points from stage 15 of the Tour de France 2020.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"Colombia vs Slovenia, Ineos combust, and the green jersey race - don't miss these moments from a lively stage 15." (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by Thibault Camus - Pool/Getty Images)

September 13, 2020





Sepp Kuss celebrates birthday pacing Roglič through dramatic Tour de France stage.

(velonews.com)overlay"With this atypical Tour de France being contested in September, Kuss made the most of celebrating his 26th birthday doing what he does best." (velonews.com) Andrew Hood

September 13, 2020





Tour de France retrospective: Antonin Rolland on playing domestique while in the yellow jersey.

(velonews.com)overlay"Rolland rode on a team with Louison Bobet in the 1950s and had to sacrifice his own GC ambitions for his star teammate." (velonews.com) (James Startt)

September 13, 2020





2020 Tirreno Adriatico Live Stream.

(cycling.today)overlay

"Tirreno Adriatico 2020 - September 7-14, Italy.

Stage 7 Sunday, September 13th, starts at 11:25am CET (5:25am U.S. Eastern).

Finish at around 3:55pm CET (9:55am U.S. Eastern).

Live video from 1:00pm
CET (7:00am U.S. Eastern)." (cycling.today) (steephill.tv) (procyclingstats.com)

September 13, 2020





Tru-Tension BananaSlip Tungsten Wet Lube.

(road.cc)overlay"Extremely expensive but extremely good lube, and genuinely seems to reduce friction, it's a marginal gain over considerably cheaper options.." (road.cc) Shaun Audane

September 13, 2020





Spotted at the Tour de France: Is DMT about to launch something new?.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Tadej Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates) looks to be wearing a pair of as-yet-unreleased shoes from DMT, the Italian shoe specialist." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

September 13, 2020


Column Three
Doug Report Cycling Daily


Giro Rosa: Marianne Vos wins stage 3 on steep uphill finish in Assisi.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Annemiek van Vleuten maintains overall race lead." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)


September 13, 2020





Vos bags victory on the fearsome climb to Assisi.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"The former world champion overhauled an early move on the final climb to Assisi to add to her incredible array of victories at what is the longest stage race on the women’s calendar." (cyclingweekly.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)

September 13, 2020





Monday’s 170km Giro Rosa stage is the longest in women’s cycling. Does it represent progress?

(velonews.com)overlay"While the women's peloton is more than capable of longer distances, some riders say that more exciting racing unfolds on shorter courses. Especially when they're televised." (velonews.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)

September 13, 2020





2020 Giro d’Italia Femminile (Giro Rosa) Live Feed (scroll down).

(cycling.today)overlay

"Giro d’Italia Femminile 2020 - stage 3  LIVE.

Sunday, September 13th, starts at --pm Central Europe, --am U.S. Eastern." (cycling.today) (procyclingstats.com)

September 13, 2020





Annemiek van Vleuten critical of Strade Bianche-style gravel stage at Giro Rosa.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"'Gravel sections in stage races are unnecessary, crazy and dangerous' says world champion and overall race leader." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)

September 13, 2020





A Team in Flux: What’s Next for Ineos?

(pelotonmagazine.com)overlay"How, with a team cracking in multiple areas, and faced by the power plays of Jumbo Visma, could they steady the ship and still win the Tour?" (pelotonmagazine.com) Images by Chris Auld

September 13, 2020





Richard Carapaz: From Ecuador to Grand Tour winner.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Richard Carapaz's victory in the 2019 Giro d’Italia was historic for Ecuadorian cycling - the first Grand Tour victory for the South American country. It may not be the last." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Future)


September 13, 2020





Black Ox Sealant mixes carbon fibers to create a “bulletproof” bike tire sealant.

(bikerumor.com)overlay"Black Ox Sealant is a new bike tire sealant designed to work for mountain, road and gravel bikes (even in inner tubes for basically any bike)." (bikerumor.com) (Tyler Benedict)

September 13, 2020








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