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Today's Trending 11 things to put in the ends of your handlebar. Chris Froome won over by disc brakes after tweaking his set-up. Deceuninck Quick Step’s Koen Pelgrim on his gravel debut: ‘It’s like old school racing.’ Rally’s Olivia Ray, L39ion’s Justin Williams win inaugural Into The Lion’s Den criterium. Column
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October
31, 2021
Brand and Iserbyt lead Cyclocross World Cup
after Overijse.
"World
Champion Lucinda Brand has taken the lead of the UCI
Cyclocross World Cup series in the women's standings and
Eli Iserbyt leads the men's series ranking after the
World Cup Overijse on Sunday."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) October 31, 2021 Eli Iserbyt takes a hat trick of 2021-2022
‘cross World Cup victories at Overijse.
"World
Cup leader Eli Iserbyt extended his Cup lead by winning
his third race of the 2021-2022 series out of five on
Sunday in Overijse, Belgium."
By Rob Sturney (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) October 31, 2021 Kata Blanka Vas victorious at World Cup
Overijse.
"Kata
Blanka Vas mastered the slippery conditions at Overijse
in Belgium to take her first elite Cyclocross World Cup
victory. The Team SD Worx rider showed her strength on
the steep climbs and technical ability."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) October 31, 2021 Francesco Moser’s Proust Questionnaire.
"They
called him The Sheriff, and Italy’s Francesco Moser was
nothing less than a giant in the sport. Moser forged an
international reputation, winning 155 races on the road
- seventh on the all-time win list - before retiring in
1988."
Interview and images by James Startt (pelotonmagazine.com) October 31, 2021 Live: UCI Cyclocross World Cup Round 5 -
Overijse, Belgium - Sunday October 31st.
"The
UCI Cyclocross World Cup continues this Sunday with the
second European round on the classic course in Overijse.
Elite
Women - 13:40 Europe Local Time CET+2.
Elite
Men - 15:05 Europe Local time CET+2, 7:00am Pacific."
(cyclocross.social) (Credit not Found) October 31, 2021 Column
Two
October
31, 2021
Remco Evenepoel on gravel: ‘This year to
enjoy; maybe next year we race.’
"A
laidback Evenepoel soaks in the atmosphere in his first
gravel event, finishing sixth in the BWR Wafer."
By Ben Delaney (velonews.com) Photo: Jeff Corcoran October 31, 2021 Rally’s Olivia Ray, L39ion’s Justin Williams
win inaugural Into The Lion’s Den criterium.
"L39ion
of Los Angeles hosts Sacramento race, with $100,000
purse split evenly between men and women."
By James Raia (velonews.com) Kit-Karzen October 31, 2021 Sunny Gilbert wins women's Major Taylor
Cross Cup 1.
"Emily
Werner second and Erica Zaveta third."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty
Images Sport) October 31, 2021
Team Qhubeka development squad will continue
in 2022.
"The
Team Qhubeka development squad will continue to race in
2022 despite continued uncertainty over the WorldTour
Qhubeka NextHash team."
By Daniel Benson (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Qhubeka Assos) October 31, 2021 Max Stedman and his ceaseless pursuit of the
Everesting record: 'That hill will always be there for
me.'
"As
Stedman headed into the autumn, his goal of virtually
summiting Everest on a bike quicker than anyone else
before him got even more complicated."
By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Dan King/Breakaway Digital) October 31, 2021 11 things to put in the ends of your
handlebar.
"Riding
without a pack is becoming more and more popular while
finding sneaky ways to store kit on a bike can be
massively useful."
By Liam Mercer (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) October 31, 2021 2021 Cube Agree C:62 SLT.
"The
2021 version of the Cube Agree C:62 SLT is a nimble and
fun bike considering its endurance intentions, but that
makes it great for anyone that wants to ride fast."
By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) October 31, 2021 Pete Stetina’s Big Sugar Gravel race bike.
"For
the inaugural 2021 Big Sugar Gravel Race, recovering
roadie Pete Stetina rode his “B” bike to a 13th place
finish in the Men’s pro field."
By Tyler Benedict (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) October 31, 2021 Column
Three
Tiffany Cromwell, Tanner Ward win Belgian
Waffle Ride Kansas.
"There
was mud, singletrack, cyclocross barriers, and a bit of
course confusion at the 110-mile Belgian Waffle Ride
Kansas, which was won by Tokyo Olympian Tiffany Cromwell
and Arkansas racer Tanner Ward."
By Ben Delaney (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found) October 31, 2021 Zoe Backstedt parlays junior road success
into elite Cyclocross World Cup.
"Seventeen-year-old
Zoe Backstedt is mopping up a series of impressive
results in all three mediums of cycling."
By Issy Ronald (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) October 31, 2021 Deceuninck Quick Step’s Koen Pelgrim on his
gravel debut: ‘It’s like old school racing.’
"Gravel
racing continues to add new faces in unexpected places.
On Halloween, Deceuninck Quick Step team coach Koen
Pelgrim will take the start at Belgian Waffle Ride
Kansas, as will his protege Remco Evenepoel."
By Ben Delaney (velonews.com) Photo: Ben Delaney October 31, 2021 Gigante excited to join Movistar on 'rare'
deal.
"Young
Australian sensation Sarah Gigante will be embarking on
a new, and hopefully luckier journey in 2022 when she
returns to cycling, after signing a three-year deal with
Movistar."
By Jamie Finch-Penninger (sbs.com.au) (Image Credit not Found) October 31, 2021 Oleg Tinkov convicted of tax fraud and
handed $500 million fine.
"Last
year the former owner of the Tinkoff Saxo cycling team,
which included Peter Sagan and Alberto Contador, paid
bail of £20 million to avoid going to jail on remand
after a provisional arrest warrant was issued by
American prosecutors."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) October 31, 2021 Mathieu van der Poel: Injury-free and
readying for racing.
"His
back, that's no longer an issue.' Van der Poel cleared
of back problems after four-week block of rest and
rehab."
(velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) October 31, 2021 Team Bike Exchange sign exciting young
Aussie Roseman-Gannon.
"The
Australian WorldTour team has confirmed the arrival of
Ruby Roseman-Gannon, the 22-year-old Australian having
impressed in domestic racing and against top competition
in past summers of cycling."
(sbs.com.au) (Image Credit not Found) October 31, 2021 Multi-functional tools for trailside
repairs.
"The
best multi-tool needs to be cunning and convenient so
you have everything you need to keep your bike working
at the trailside."
(Image credit: Guy Kesteven) October 31, 2021 Column
One
October
30, 2021
An Interesting Look at the 2021 Season Race
and Rider Statistics.
"With
last Sunday’s Ronde van Drenthe, the curtain dropped on
the European road season. As with every season there is
a pile of statistics and thanks to WielerFlits
and ProCyclingStats we can have a look at some
of the more interesting numbers."
By Alastair Hamilton (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) October 30, 2021 Julian Alaphilippe: The rainbow jersey makes
people make mistakes.
"Julian
Alaphilippe may have hung up his wheels for the winter
but the two-time road world champion has kept himself
busy with a new book out at the start of November."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) October 30, 2021 Cowbells, caps and a sponsorship model: How
the Lincoln GP survived and is set to thrive.
"Britain's
most iconic domestic race has secured its immediate
future; could it be a lesson to other races?"
By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) October 30, 2021 Amanda Coker is First Woman in History to
Break 500 miles in 24 hours.
"Ultra-distance
cycling is growing in popularity, pushing the human
limits beyond what one thinks is possible, but unless
it’s on gravel, many overlook the ultra-open road
records."
(socalcycling.com) (Photo: bicycling.co.za) October 30, 2021 NeatCleats launches Align+ carabiner cycling
shoe carry system with new cleat alignment tool.
"A
calibration ruler is included to to measure the lateral
and vertical positioning of the cleat and also for
adjusting your heel in and heel out position."
By Anna Marie Hughes (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) October 30, 2021 Kask Wasabi helmet first look review.
"A
multi-discipline, snug-fitting aero helmet tricked out
in typical Italian fashion, designed for all seasons and
use across multiple cycling disciplines."
By Aaron Borrill (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Aaron Borrill) October 30, 2021 Column
Two
Mathieu van der Poel’s physio warns against
overload.
"Mathieu
van der Poel’s back injury was likely a result of
overdoing it, but is “no longer an issue” as he returns
to training."
By Kit Nicholson (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) October 30, 2021 Chris Froome won over by disc brakes after
tweaking his set-up.
"It’s
a technology that will only get better and only make the
sport safer' says former Tour de France winner"
By Stephen Farrand (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Photo) October 30, 2021 Alex Dowsett dials in final details for hour
record attempt.
"Dowsett
pins down equipment selections and pacing strategies
ahead of official hour record attempt Wednesday."
(velonews.com) Photo: MC Digita October 30, 2021 Carmen Small joins Jumbo Visma Women as
sports director.
"Small,
41, has been a DS at the Ceratizit WNT squad for the
past two seasons, having made the transition to
directing with Team Virtu after retiring from her
successful professional cycling career."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport) October 30, 2021 There’s hope yet for the 2022 Tour Down
Under.
"The
2022 Tour Down Under was only cancelled a month ago, but
hope has been renewed after the state government
announced its roadmap for easing restrictions."
By Kit Nicholson (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) October 30, 2021 Lavreysen, Archibald, Wild, Clancy among
stellar startlist for track champions league.
"Full
lineup for inaugural season of UCI's five-round series
includes six North American riders."
(velonews.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport) October 30, 2021 Column
Three
Roger Hammond joins Ineos Grenadiers as
management changes continue.
"Hammond
had a job offer on the table from the British team and
the former cyclocross and road racer has joined as the
lead sports director."
(cyclingnews.com) (Photo by Jonathan Devich/Getty Images) October 30, 2021 Liv Racing sign Ton and Neumanova through
2023.
"Quinty
Ton, 23 and from the Netherlands, joins the team from GT
Krush Tunap, and Tereza Neumanova, 23 and from the Czech
Republic, joins from the Burgos Alimenta Women’s Cycling
Team."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) October 30, 2021 Does indoor pain equal outdoor gain?
"After
countless hours sweating it out in his shed, CW’s Steve
Shrubsall decided to find out if he could convert
Zwift-toughened tenacity into a real-world PB."
By Stephen Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Daniel Gould) October 30, 2021 Koppel Bikeshop.
"When
the tagline on your Instagram account reads “Not your
average bikeshop” you know that it can’t be taken
lightly - especially in a country like the Netherlands."
Words and Images by Nicolas Joly (pelotonmagazine.com) October 30, 2021 Small changes in diet could help you live
longer, says news study.
"Eating
a hot dog could cost you 36 minutes of healthy life,
while choosing to eat a serving of nuts instead could
help you gain 26 minutes of extra life, according to a
new study."
(cycling.today) (Image Credit not Found) October 30, 2021 Muc-Off Bottle For Life Bundle.
"Good
bike-specific cleaner with great environmental
credentials, but it's expensive."
By Hollis Jones (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) October 30, 2021 Column
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October
29, 2021
Mathieu van der Poel, Tom Pidcock confirm US
trip for cyclocross worlds.
"Wout
van Aert remains undecided about trip to Fayetteville
for 'cross world champs for fear of disruption to
classics training."
By Jim Cotton (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) October 29, 2021 Remco Evenepoel, Floyd Landis, Tiffany
Cromwell, Adam Roberge among starters for BWR Kansas.
"The
111-mile course features a 6.5mi section that promoter
Michael Marckx is billing as a cyclocross sector."
By Ben Delaney (velonews.com) Photo: Jake Orness October 29, 2021 Trixi Worrack rides off into the sunset
after two decades as a pro.
"After
half her life spent in the peloton, Trixi Worrack hangs
up her racing wheels but she's not giving up the world
of cycling as she aims to use her experience to coach."
By Sadhbh O'Shea (velonews.com) (Photo: Bas Czerwinski/Getty Images) October 29, 2021 Mark Cavendish: Equal among firsts.
"When
the 2021 Tour de France route was revealed last year,
fans with long memories might have noted that parts of
it looked like a compilation of Mark Cavendish's
greatest hits."
By Edward Pickering (cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Chris Graythen/Getty Images) October 29, 2021 Truly, madly, deeply: The bikes I’ve loved.
"These
are the greatest bikes of the last 30 years, according
to me."
By Ronan Mc Laughlin (cyclingtips.com) (Image Credit not Found) October 29, 2021 Holmes and Cras sign extensions with Lotto
Soudal.
"Matthew
Holmes and Steff Cras will remain at Lotto Soudal in
2022 after signing one-year contract extensions. Both
riders joined the Belgian squad ahead of the 2020
campaign."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport) October 29, 2021 Best REI Early Black Friday Deals.
"Black
Friday is coming this fall, but there's no need to wait.
REI already has deep discounts on outdoor gear, bikes,
and accessories. Check out these deals and start
planning your next adventure."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Image Credit not Found) October 29, 2021 Five things to look forward to at the
Rouleur Live show in London.
"Rouleur
Live is a three-day event where some of cycling's top
athletes come to speak about their careers, while over
50 of the industry's biggest brands showcase some of the
latest products and technologies."
By Ryan Dabbs (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Rouleur Live ) October 29, 2021 Column
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October
29, 2021
Difficult days at DSM: Legal battles and
internal conflict as two riders seek early exit.
"Reports
this week indicate Ilan van Wilder is taking legal
action to leave team early while Tiesj Benoot is
negotiating contract curtailment."
By Jim Cotton (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) October 29, 2021 Drug raid in Romania results in police
discovering Filippo Ganna’s stolen track bike.
"A
drug bust by Romanian police uncovered an unexpected
haul, as officers found 21 bikes that had been stolen
from that Italian track team, including Filippo Ganna's
gold Pinarello."
By Alex Ballinger (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Politia Romana) October 29, 2021 Dowsett 'in a good place' as he acclimatizes
for Hour Record in Mexico.
"British
rider doing test runs on high-altitude Aguascalientes
track."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image
credit: MC Digital Media Ltd) October
29, 2021
Olympic gold medal sprinter Phil Hindes
announces retirement at 29.
"Hindes
was an essential part of the GB team sprint squad,
winning gold in London 2012 and Rio 2016."
By Alex Ballinger (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images) October 29, 2021 Proposed US tax credit for electric bikes
back up to 30%, capped at $1,500 incentive.
"After
being cut in half, a proposed US tax credit for new
electric bicycle purchases has been bumped back up to a
full 30%."
By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) October 29, 2021 10 best ways to make your bike more
comfortable.
"Don't
suffer in silence, there are plenty of ways to improve
the comfort of your bike."
By Henry Robertshaw (cyclingweekly.com) (Image Credit not Found) October 29, 2021 Gear Break: Gore, 45NRTH Winter Shoes,
Syncros Lubes, Gympass/Strava, Zoomo E-Bike & TIEM
Shoes.
"Gear Break: What's new on the cycling market." (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) October 29, 2021 In the Drops: LeMond eBike, Maap kit,
Brompton jacket, POC Omne Eternal helmet and Snail Mail.
"It's
week two of In The Drops and that means it's now
officially a regular round-up of some of the latest
bikes, kit and the rest that we've been able to get
our hands on and try out in the wild."
By Will Strickson
(cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)
October 29, 2021
Column
Three
October
29, 2021
Israel Start-Up Nation: Roster nearly full,
confirms contact with Premier Tech, Chris Froome to stay
put.
"ISN
owner Sylvan Adams confirms Premier Tech talks and says
four-time Tour de France winner Chris Froome 'will
retire as a rider from our team."
By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images) October 29, 2021 Nicola Bagioli hangs up his bike at 26.
"Nicola
Bagioli (B&B Hotels KTM) announced that he will end
his career as a professional cyclist at 26 in order to
focus on his business making soapstone pottery with his
partner Arianna."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image) October 29, 2021 10 Zwift Academy Road contestants head to
Mallorca to compete for a pro contract.
"Five
men and five women invited to the finals will travel to
Mallorca, Spain for a final series of evaluations. The
winning female will get a contract with Canyon SRAM and
the winning male will be signed with Alpecin Fenix."
(velonews.com) Photo: Drake Deuel October 29, 2021 Thibaut Pinot has a new cow.
"Thibaut
Pinot, French cycling’s second-greatest heart-throb,
does not concern himself with fleeting thrills. Thibaut
Pinot and his partner, Charlotte Patat, have bought a
new cow."
By Iain Treloar (cyclingtips.com) (Image Credit not Found) October 29, 2021 2022 Canyon Endurace CF SLX 9 Disc eTap
review: Smooth and sleek value.
"Sleek
lines, a smooth ride, great handling, low weight, and
lots of tire clearance in a value-oriented package."
By Dan Cavallari (cyclingtips.com) (Photography by James Huang) October 29, 2021 Hornit launches the Clug Pro, making the
'world’s smallest bike rack' even lighter and more secure.
"New
Fidlock magnetic winch handle and ratchet system helps
ensure your bike is always secure, and it weighs just
26g."
By Anna Marie Hughes (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) October 29, 2021 Favero Assioma Duo-Shi power meter pedals
review.
"There
is no new technology at play here from Favero - the
spindles are the same as those used in the existing
Assioma Duo power pedals. The big change comes in
regards to compatibility."
By Joe Robinson (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found) October 29, 2021 London police recover huge £50,000 haul of
stolen bikes.
"During
the operation, named ‘Operation Asanfona,’ police also
uncovered an eye-watering stash of cash and two
dangerous weapons in Bow, East London."
By Alex Ballinger (cyclingweekly.com) (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Twitter/@MetTaskforce) October 29, 2021
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