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LeMond 8 Concept: New US-made road bike claims biggest development in carbon fiber in 30 years. Ex-cycling team boss Oleg Tinkov's wealth crashes after Russian sanctions. Strade Bianche Tech: Building out the perfect bike for the ‘white roads.’ How to cheat in a bike race: Part 2. Ducati launches new racing electric bike, and it comes with a Ducati-size price tag. Column
One
March 4,
2022
News,
Blogs, Misc.
Sex toys and safety concerns at the Bloeizone Fryslân Tour. "After
the concerns raised, today’s 135km road stage will come
under scrutiny to ensure that safety standards are met. As
yet the UCI has not commented on the race."
By Amy Jones (cyclingtips.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Cultivating Positivity: Kasia Niewiadoma on switching off and giving it everything on the road. "Physical
rest days are a commonly accepted process when training to
reach peak fitness, but a mental time-out can be hugely
beneficial. For Canyon SRAM pro Kasia Niewiadoma, properly
excluding herself from the cycling world in the off-season
is crucial for her."
By Sadhbh O'Shea (velonews.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)
How to watch Tirreno Adriatico 2022: Live streaming and TV. "In
most years, Tirreno Adriatico starts mid-week and finishes
mid-week, but for 2022 it coincides with Paris Nice. You
might have to make a choice as to what race to watch (or,
have two screens going simultaneously.)"
(velonews.com) Photo: Tim De Waele/TDWsport.com
Paris Nice Preview.
"Paris
Nice starts this Sunday and there will be daily stage
previews here. Ahead of the race here’s a look at the GC
contenders."
(inrng.com) (Image credit:
ASO)
Meet Ben Tulett, part of the new wave at Ineos Grenadiers. "Ben
Tulett is only 20 years young but already has two full pro
seasons under his belt. Just like Remco Evenepoel, Juan
Ayuso, and Quinn Simmons, Tulett turned pro straight from
the junior ranks, skipping the U23s."
By José Been (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
Team bikes of the 2022 Women’s WorldTour. "We look at the bikes, groupsets, wheels, and equipment of the 2022 Women's World Tour peloton." By Ronan Mc Laughlin (cyclingtips.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Tire Glider tire lever. "The
Tire Glider is a unique new tool that's well-suited to
removing or fitting most tires on most rims, easy or
stubborn. It's not perfect and won't work on some rims,
but it's small and works much better than most tire
levers, most of the time."
By Mike Stead (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
A Specialized time trial saddle, an innovative tire lever, a specialist camera strap and indoor cycling accessories from Le Col. "It’s
been a week jam-packed full of news, so before we jump
head-first into another edition of First Look Friday,
let’s have a quick look back over some highlights from the
week."
By Simon von Bromley (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Bloeizone Fryslân Tour live stream.
"2022 Bloeizone Fryslân Tour (former Healthy Ageing Tour) March 3-5, Netherlands.
Stage 2 Live video, March 4th, from 2:00pm CET
(8:00am U.S. Eastern)."
(cyclingfans.com)
(procyclingstats.com)
Column
Two
March 4,
2022
Photos,
Podcasts
Tom Pidcock out of Strade Bianche.
"The
British cyclocross world champion had been listed as one
of the key favorites for Saturday’s iconic one-day race
but came down with illness following ‘opening weekend’ in
Belgium."
By Daniel Benson (velonews.com) (Photo: Bas Czerwinski/Getty Images)
Strade Bianche Tech: Building out the perfect bike for the ‘white roads.’ "Tubeless
tires, wider rims, special wheels, secret tire pressure -
a mechanic shares the details of what goes into building
out the race bikes for Strade Bianche."
By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) (Photo: Photo courtesy of Israel Premier Tech)
La Corsa & Contenders. "Race
preview: The pro peloton moves south to Tuscany from the
cobbles of Belgium to the rough white roads and dust of
the Strade Bianche."
By Edmond Hood (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Sprint legend Robbie McEwen bounces back with
new TV gig after dropped by SBS.
"The
three-time Tour de France green jersey winner, McEwen has
landed arguably a better job with GCN and Eurosport. They
have much bigger audiences than SBS and cover a very broad
range of races through the season."
(stickybottle.com) (Image Credit not Found)
100% Eastcraft glasses. "The
100% Eastcraft glasses aim to blur the lines between
casual and cycling glasses. On the bike they performed
brilliantly, offering an excellent field of vision, great
clarity and good protection from the (removable) side
shields."
By Jamie Williams (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Ducati launches new racing electric bike, and it comes with a Ducati-size price tag. "The
Ducati Futa was just unveiled today as the Italian
motorcycle maker’s first-ever racing electric bicycle. The
move marks an even stronger push by Ducati into the eBike
industry, expanding its offerings with a new format of
eBike."
By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found)
Zwift fix addresses weight-doping exploit.
"Friday’s
update specifically targets racing events where the
exploit could be used to gain an unfair advantage. Shuji
explained the first update focuses on “competitive
integrity and ensures greater fairness, specifically in
events."
By Ronan Mc Laughlin (cyclingtips.com)
Who invented the bicycle? "You
might think that an invention as simple as the bicycle
would have an uncomplicated past. But as it turns out,
this highly popular invention has a history fraught with
controversy and misinformation."
By Elizabeth Palermo (livescience.com) Photo: Science Museum, London
Strade Bianche Live Feed.
"Strade Bianche 2022 (Siena → Siena 184km). Saturday,
March 5th, Live video starts at 11:15am Central Europe,
5:15am U.S. Eastern."
Women's
race starts at 9:10am CET (3:10am U.S. Eastern), video
from 6:25am U.S. Eastern.
Men's
race starts at 11:40am CET (5:40am U.S. Eastern), video
from 7:50am U.S. Eastern.
(cycling.today)
(Credits not Found)
Column
Three
March 4,
2022
Videos
Total Energies responds after Alexandre Geniez’s conviction of domestic abuse. "French
team issues official statement regarding domestic violence
but does not specifically address the conviction and
suspended sentence of pro rider."
(velonews.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)
Opinion: A Better Way To Punish Putin And His
Enablers.
"The
clearest example of UCI's logical absurdity is CCN Factory,
where Ukrainian rider Vladyslav Pohorelov is now banned
from racing because his country has been invaded with the
help of Belarus, where his team is based."
By Joe Lindsey (cyclingtips.com) Photo: Dario Belingheri/Getty Images
War in Ukraine prompts Pavel Sivakov to drop
Russian license and represent France.
"Sivakov
already had a French passport but he had represented
Russia at major championships. His nationality on the
Ineos Grenadiers and the UCI websites and have already
been updated."
By Daniel Benson (velonews.com) Photo: Tim De Waele/TDWsport.com
Elisa Longo Borghini extends with Trek Segafredo through 2024. "'Elisa
is an integral part of the growth of women’s cycling and
of that cultural change,' says DS Ina-Yoko Teutenberg."
By Sadhbh O'Shea (velonews.com)Photo: Gonzalo Arroyo Moreno/Getty Images
British Cycling calls for tougher measures in cycling’s Ukraine response. "British
Cycling is pushing for the suspension of the Russian and
Belarusian Federations, management committee members, and
riders."
By Iain Treloar (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
A Tour de France documentary series on
Netflix? It may happen.
"Reports
in The Telegraph suggest discussions are underway
between the Netflix streaming giant, Tour de France
organizers ASO, and eight of the world’s biggest teams in
the hopes of creating your next box-set binge."
By Jim Cotton (velonews.com) Photo: Tim De Waele/TDWsport.com
Shimano EP8 motor bottom bracket spindle failures caused by “manufacturing defects”, ethirteen claims. "Shimano’s
latest EP8 electric bike motor, fitted to a host of
brands’ bikes, is reported to suffer from a manufacturing
defect that can cause the bottom bracket axle or spindle
to develop cracks."
By Alex Evans (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Route Werks Handlebar Bag long-term review. "The
Route Werks Handlebar Bag has made it its business to keep
your most important ride essentials close to hand and to
keep your cockpit tidy."
By Benjamin Topf & Philipp Schwab (granfondo-cycling.com) routewerks.us
Gear Break: Canyon/SRAM Kit , Campagnolo Backpack, Giro Helmet, Lezyne Pump, Muc-Off Award & Santini Paris Nice. "New Canyon//SRAM Racing kit available now, discover the new Campagnolo backpack, Giro launches new Eclipse Spherical road helmet, Lezyne: Floor pump perfection, Muc-Off cleans up and Santini presents the Paris Nice collection." (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Column
One
March 3,
2022
News,
Blogs, Misc.
Ellen van Dijk won what?
"After
winning the opening time trial of the 2022 Bloeizone
Fryslân Tour, Ellen van Dijk (Trek Segafredo Women) stood
atop the top step of the podium, and among other prizes,
was presented with a box containing a blindfold, Kama
Sutra playing cards, and sex toys from EasyToys, one of
the event sponsors."
(velonews.com) Photo: Trek Segafredo Women
Cars, vans, and city bikes on TT course amid safety concerns at Bloeizone Fryslân Tour. "Riders
had to dodge several members of the public during the
opening stage of the Dutch race formerly known as the
Healthy Ageing Tour."
By Sadhbh O'Shea (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
How to watch Paris Nice 2022: Live streaming and TV. "Paris
Nice runs Sunday, March 6 through Sunday, March 13, and is
the first major European WorldTour stage race of the 2022
season, testing riders and teams over eight days."
(velonews.com) Schachmann
Strade Bianche the perfect curtain-raiser for
Women's WorldTour calendar.
"The
women's WorldTour calendar will commence in captivating
fashion this weekend when the Strade Bianche opens the
curtain for 71 days of racing in 2022. "
(sbs.com.au) (Image credit: Getty Images)
Can anyone stop Tadej Pogačar at Strade
Bianche?
"It’s
no secret that Strade is a race I really like and would
love to win,” Pogačar said Thursday. “We’ll also have Covi
who is on great form and experienced guys like Ulissi too,
so we’re well covered."
By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) Photo: Tim De Waele/TDWsport.com
Who Needs What? An Alternative Season Preview. "I’m
only focusing on male riders, and only those with road
cycling as a major part of what they do. There are plenty
of riders who’d make a cycling Hall of Fame with a bit of
a road in their palmares, where it just doesn’t matter
that much."
By Andrew-Brown (podiumcafe.com) AFP via Getty Images
Specialized S-Works Vent EVO gravel Shoe -
Details and ride impressions.
"Designed
for cross-country and gravel, the Specialized S-Works
Vent EVO shoe combines a stiff sole, firmly shaped heel
cup, and BOA dials with an ultra-flexible upper that is
thin and malleable to the point of being shapeless in
some areas, particularly on the mesh parts of the toe
box."
By Ben Delaney (velonews.com)
Bloeizone Fryslân Tour live stream.
"2022 Bloeizone Fryslân Tour (former Healthy Ageing Tour) March 3-5, Netherlands.
Live video from 1:30pm CET (7:30am U.S. Eastern)."
(cyclingfans.com)
(procyclingstats.com)
Column
Two
March 3,
2022
Mathieu van der Poel won’t be racing for at least another two weeks. "Van
der Poel is has been training in Alicante, Spain for more
than two weeks and it is still unclear when he will return
to the races. According to his father, Van der Poel will
start when he has little or no pain."
By Abby Mickey (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Gruber Images)
How to cheat in a bike race: Part 2. "There’s
dozens of anecdotes from pro cycling about times when
riders would do everything they could to avoid the tough
parts of the course. I mean, if you could avoid the
hardest part of the race, imagine how fresh you’d be!"
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Sirotti
Paris Nice Preview: Roglič, van Aert, Yates brothers, Quintana, Schachmann head stellar lineup. "Headed
by three-time Vuelta a España winner Primož Roglič, Vuelta
and Giro d’Italia winner Nairo Quintana, two-time
defending Paris Nice champion Max Schachmann, Simon and
Adam Yates, plus a strong cast of sprinters."
By Peter Cossins (velonews.com) (Photo: Bas Czerwinski/Getty Images)
Adam Yates leads Ineos Grenadiers at Paris Nice as Filippo Ganna heads to Tirreno Adriatico. "Daniel
Martínez and Ethan Hayter join the British team to
challenge Primož Roglič in the ‘Race to the Sun."
By Daniel Benson (velonews.com) Photo: Tim De Waele/TDWsport.com
Simon Clarke: From facing an ‘office job’ to into the jaws of Strade Bianche. "The
35-year-old Australian on Israel Premier Tech knows he
could be watching the race on TV rather than dusting
things up in the iconic race over the gravel roads of
Tuscany."
By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
Tirreno Adriatico Preview: Tour de France foundations and Milano Sanremo dreams begin next week. "Quick
Guide: What you need to know ahead of a week of Italian
racing that welcomes Pogačar, Carapaz, Sagan, Thomas, Kuss
and more."
By Jim Cotton (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
Cobble Classics Scorecard. "UAE
Looks Unstoppable While Quick Step Flounders. Takeaways
from Omloop, Kuurne, Le Samyn, and Laigueglia, and why
Jumbo Visma & UAE are poised to overturn Quickstep’s
Spring domination as we head into this weekend’s Strade
Bianca."
By Spencer Martin (pezcyclingnews.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
Spratt to make European racing return at 'epic' Strade Bianche. "Amanda
Spratt will make her long-awaited return to European
cycling this weekend as part of a strong Team Bike
Exchange Jayco squad set to contest the Strade Bianche."
(sbs.com.au) (Image credit: Getty Images)
Kevin Field and Premier Tech u23 have an ambitious plan to put more Canadians in the WorldTour. "When
the Premier Tech u23 Cycling Project debuted this past
November, the team said it wanted to get some of its
riders in the WorldTour by 2024. By 2026, the outfit -
which includes Dylan Bibic, Carson Miles, Charles-Étienne
Chrétien is hoping to have placed five or six riders into
the top ranks of road cycling."
(cyclingmagazine.ca)Photo by: Vincent Drouin - VeloGazette.ca
Column
Three
March 3,
2022
Videos
Australian cycling legend Dean Woods has died
at 55.
"Woods
was a three-time world champion and an Olympic gold
medalist, best known for his performances on the track but
with a skillset extending beyond the boards. His lengthy
career also included a world record, 20 Australian titles,
and 15 state championships in his home state of Victoria."
By Iain Treloar (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Tony Feder/ALLSPORT)
British Cycling demands UCI go much further with Russia, Belarus cycling bans. "British
Cycling is putting pressure on the UCI to go further with
its measures aimed at sanctioning Russian and Belarusian
cycling interests, which would include the suspension of
powerful UCI figure Igor Makarov."
(stickybottle.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Aleksandr Vlasov on Ukraine war: ‘I feel sorry
for all the people who are suffering.’
"The
25-year-old from Vyborg took to social media to express
his feelings about the war, which began last week when
Russian troops mounted a full-scale invasion of Ukraine."
(velonews.com) Photo: Dario Belingheri/Getty Images
Silence from Total Energies following Geniez’s
suspended prison sentence for domestic violence.
"Total
Energies has yet to officially comment after its rider
Alexandre Geniez was handed a four-month suspended prison
sentence for domestic violence against his ex-wife."
By Daniel Benson (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
Ex-cycling team boss Oleg Tinkov's wealth crashes after Russian sanctions. "While
the value of his bank has crashed from $23 billion to less
than $1 billion, Tinkov has been one of a number of
Russian Oligarchs to speak out against the invasion of
Ukraine."
(stickybottle.com) (Image Credit not Found)
LeMond 8 Concept: New US-made road bike claims biggest development in carbon fiber in 30 years. "Greg
LeMond has returned to the road bike arena with the 8
Concept which is said to be the strongest bike on the
market."
By Joe Robinson (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)
Mark Cavendish Burglary: Two more men charged over violent robbery at sprinter's home. "Police
investigating a violent burglary at Mark Cavendish’s home
in November 2021 have charged two more men in connection
with the break-in, during which the former world champion
was attacked in front of his wife and children."
By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
How to Install Satellite Imagery on Your Garmin Fenix or Epix Watch (Fenix 5 Plus/6/7/Epix). "Long
before the Garmin Epix (2nd gen) or Fenix 7 came out,
Garmin has been selling maps. In fact, they’ve been
selling maps for basically their entire existence. Lately
these things are built into devices, but it wasn’t that
long ago that if you wanted extra maps on a Garmin device
you had to buy them separately."
By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
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