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Paris Nice: Brandon McNulty solos to stage 5 win, Primož Roglič takes race lead. LeMond road bikes are back, but there are more questions than answers. Is this the most expensive road bike you can possibly build yourself in 2022? Tirreno Adriatico stage 4: Tadej Pogačar punches to victory from reduced group. Peter Sagan out of Tirreno Adriatico. Column
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March 10,
2022
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Paris Nice: Brandon McNulty solos to stage 5
win, Primož Roglič takes race lead.
"Nobody
could follow McNulty's move and he time trialed it to the
finish line with almost a two-minute advantage over the
next best rider. Franck Bonnamour (B&B Hotels KTM)
outsprinted Matteo Jorgenson (Movistar) to take second on
the stage."
By Sadhbh O'Shea (velonews.com) Photo: Franck Fife/AFP via Getty Images
Matteo Jorgenson: Once Brandon’s gone there’s not much you can do about it. "Missed
the win but pleased to see his friend Brandon McNulty take
the victory, Matteo Jorgenson is back in the Paris Nice GC
fight and relishing racing on home roads around Nice."
By Peter Cossins (velonews.com) Photo: FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images
Paris Nice: Who lost time on the first mountain test on stage 5. "The
star of the stage was undoubtedly Brandon McNulty (UAE
Team Emirates). The American jumped clear from the day’s
early break on the key climb of the Col de la Mure with
38km to go."
By Daniel Benson (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Israel Premier Tech down to one, Stefan Bissegger out as Paris Nice peloton hit by swath of withdrawals. "Some
18 riders called it quits overnight, including almost the
entire Israel Premier Tech squad and white jersey wearer
Stefan Bissegger (EF Education EasyPost)."
(velonews.com) (Photo: Bas Czerwinski/Getty Images)
Paris Nice Stage 5 Preview.
"A
tough mountain stage awaits, a big test for the new race
leader Wout van Aert and an opportunity for plenty of
others. There are plenty of candidates for the stage win."
(inrng.com) (Image credit: ASO)
Torque Covert 7 Crank Multi Tool review. "The
Torque Covert 7 Crank Multi-Tool makes clever use of the
negative space in your crank. While it’s impressively
comprehensive, perfectly secure, and rather nice to use,
it falls foul of the greatest sin: it rattles when
sheathed in the crank."
By Liam Mercer (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
SRM X-Power Flat Pedals put power meters on your MTB, BMX bikes. "The
SRM X-Power power meter pedals debuted as SPD-compatible
options in 2019, and gained U.S. assembly last year to
speed up delivery for North American customers. Now,
they’ve added the power meter pedal spindles to their flat
pedals, too!"
By Tyler Benedict (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Ciamillo is back with World’s Lightest carbon crankset at 279g?! "It
would be easy to look at the weight of the Gravitas Gen 13
cranksets and think, “that’s probably the weight for one
of the arms.” But no. That fairly unbelievable claim of
279g includes both arms, spider, spindle, and the
hardware."
By Zach Overholt (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Paris Nice 2022 Live Dashboard.
"2022 Paris Nice March 6-13, France. Race
starts at 11:00am CET (5:00am U.S. Eastern).
Live video from 2:15pm CET (8:15am U.S. Eastern)."
(steephill.tv)
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Tirreno Adriatico stage 4: Tadej Pogačar
punches to victory from reduced group.
"Tadej
Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates) won stage 4 of the 2022
Tirreno Adriatico riding away from a reduced bunch."
(velonews.com) Photo: Tim De Waele/TDWsport.com
Tirreno Adriatico: Quinn Simmons keeps pushing toward classics breakout. "Long-distance
breakaway lands Quinn Simmons into climber's jersey and
puts him in spotlight heading into classics season."
By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) Photo: James Startt/VeloNews
UAE Emirates winning on two fronts as Tadej
Pogačar takes control in Italy.
"Brandon
McNulty powers to his first WorldTour win in what's
another confirmation that UAE Emirates is now among the
powerhouse teams."
By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) Photo: Tim De Waele/TDWsport.com
Sepp Kuss on Tirreno Adriatico mountain raid: ‘We’ll have to do something.’ "Following
a solid Strade Bianche that saw him twice crash but still
lead Jumbo Visma, the Colorado climber is anticipating his
first showdown of 2022 with the likes of Tadej Pogačar and
Remco Evenepoel."
By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) (Photo: James Startt)
Tirreno Adriatico: Caleb Ewan abandons a day after taking big win. "Lotto
Soudal star pulls out of Tirreno Adriatico to prepare for
Milan San Remo after sprinting to his first career win
Wednesday at the Italian stage race."
(velonews.com) Photo: Tim De Waele/TDWsport.com
Paris Nice & Tirreno Takeaways. "The
dueling stage races of Paris Nice and Tirreno Adriatico
might have separated Tadej Pogačar and Primož Roglič, the
two premier general classification talents of modern
cycling, but there has still been plenty of exciting
racing action on display."
By Spencer Martin (pezcyclingnews.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
A love letter to my bike. "I was
22. You were timeless. Some find each other earlier in
life. But we found each other at the perfect moment.
Looking forward to something on the horizon, having no
idea what it would be."
By Alison Tetrick (velonews.com) Photo: Wil Matthews
Remco Evenepoel handed driving ban and fine
for speeding.
"The
young all-arounder, who is currently racing Tirreno
Adriatico in Italy, was not in court on Wednesday when a
court handed down the punishment."
(velonews.com) Photo: Tim De Waele/TDWsport.com
Tirreno Adriatico live stream.
"2022 Tirreno Adriatico March 7-13, Italy. Stage 4 Thursday March 10th,
201 km Cascata delle Marmore → Bellante.
Race
starts at 11:55am CET (5:55am U.S. Eastern).
Live
video from 2:35pm CET (8:35am U.S. Eastern)."
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(procyclingstats.com)
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Pogačar vs Evenepoel... The Showdown - Tirreno
Adriatico Stage 4 - The Butterfly Effect w/Chris Horner.
2022 Giro d’Italia Donne to have €250,000
prize purse, two hours of daily live coverage.
"As
well as more money, race organizer PMG Sport - which took
over the race in 2021 - has promised that there will be up
to two hours of daily live television coverage, up from
the approximately 30 minutes shown each day during the
2021 race."
By Sadhbh O'Shea (velonews.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)
Chantal van den Broek-Blaak on women’s cycling growth: Female riders shouldn’t be treated like ‘little men.’ "The
former world champion says women's cycling has come a long
way but it must be careful not to spread riders too thin
with growing calendar."
By Sadhbh O'Shea (velonews.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)
Does being a WorldTour pro make you better at gravel? Not necessarily, says Emily Newsom. "Newsom
wants to win every race she enters, including The Mid
South this Saturday. But she knows her pro license doesn't
guarantee a thing."
By Betsy Welch (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Sofia Gomez Villafañe and Russell Finsterwald form new Specialized Off-Road program. "The
two pro mountain bikers will split their time between
gravel and singletrack this year, each focusing on the
Life Time Grand Prix, as well as other events."
By Betsy Welch (velonews.com) Photo: Courtesy Specialized
Michelin launches ‘fastest ever road tire’,
the Power Cup.
"Michelin
has added three new tires to its road racing range, with
the new Power Cup offering lower rolling resistance than
the current benchmark tire in the road sector, according
to independent testing organized by Michelin."
By Anna Marie Hughes (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Pros, cons and optimization tips for indoor riding. "Likely
one of the most popular reasons to turn over the pedals
indoors is that there are no distractions or stops. When
riding outdoors you will face traffic, stop lights, and
varying terrain all of which can interrupt intervals or
consistency."
By Hannah Otto (Finchamp) (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
The Mid South’s Course Atlas: ‘This is about much more than the course itself.’ "Every
participant will receive a copy of the 64-page book that
prominently features Indigenous narratives and cultural
and environmental histories amid information about the
event."
By Betsy Welch (velonews.com) Photo: Josh McCullock
Christopher Blevins and Stilspoke to host the Hidden Valley Experience. "The
weekend event will include guided rides, local food and
beverages, and guest speakers, with a focus on connecting
to the local landscape and community."
By Betsy Welch (velonews.com) Photo: Stilspoke
Velo’s latest special-edition Chinese Zodiac saddle celebrates the Year of the Tiger. "Since
2015, Velo has been tipping its hat to the Chinese Zodiac
with limited-edition saddles featuring the animals that
coincide with each year on the lunar calendar. This year
is the year of the tiger, and Velo is charging ahead with
two new saddle designs that pay homage to the animal that
Chinese lore dubs the king of the mountain."
By Mark Wilson (bikerumor.com) Velo
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Paris Nice: Wout van Aert blazes to stage 4
time trial win.
"Wout
van Aert came out on top in the Paris-Nice time trial on
stage 4 by just two seconds over Olympic champion and
teammate Primož Roglič, with another Jumbo Visma rider,
Rohan Dennis taking third."
By Tim Bonville-Ginn (velonews.com) (Photo: Bas Czerwinski/Getty Images)
Jumbo Visma’s Niermann: ‘We’ve had a dream start to Paris Nice.’ "Grischa
Nierman says that his team’s top three finish on first
stage was more satisfying than their second podium sweep
in Paris Nice’s Montluçon time trial."
By Peter Cossins (velonews.com) (Photo by FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images)
Sam Bennett: ‘I just don’t have it. I’m a month or two behind where I need to be.’ "Irish
sprinter says his form is a month or two behind where it
needs to be after his injury-hit 2021 season, but is happy
with how his lead-out train is performing on his return to
Bora Hansgrohe."
By Peter Cossins (velonews.com) (Photo by DAVID STOCKMAN/BELGA MAG/AFP via Getty Images)
Paris Nice Stage 4 Preview. "After
some stages for sprinters and classics contenders, a day
for the time trial specialists and overall contenders."
(inrng.com) (Getty Images
Sport)
Make a connection with Zwift virtual women’s cycling communities. "Cycling
is so much more than just a sport. It’s a community of
like-minded people enjoying a shared passion, inspiring
each other on their cycling journeys and learning from one
another."
By Zwift (cyclist.co.uk)Photography Zwift
The Grind: Brennan Wertz's rising star. "The
former rowing world champion says he wants to take gravel
seriously. "But at the same time, I don't want to take it
or myself too seriously."
By Ben Delaney (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Shimano Dura-Ace vs. SRAM Red eTap AXS. "Shimano
Dura-Ace R9200 and SRAM Red eTap AXS are two of the most
exciting and technologically advanced groupsets you can
buy."
By Joseph Delves Matthew Loveridge (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)
Deda Elementi Gera DCR Gravel Handlebar. "Superlight
and super-expensive, the high-performance Deda Gera DCR
Gravel Handlebar has a unique shape that will divide
opinion. It may offer ergonomic benefits to some riders."
By Matt Page (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Preview: Ronde van Drenthe. "After
the white roads of Tuscany, the peloton heads to the
Netherlands to tackle the flinten of Ronde van Drenthe.
Starting in the region’s capital, Assen, the 15th edition
of the race will see the peloton tackle 156km on the
demanding roads of Drenthe."
(voxwomen.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Paris Nice 2022 Live Dashboard.
"2022 Paris Nice March 6-13, France. Stage
4
Wednesday March 9th, 13.4 km Domérat → Montluçon.
Race
starts at 1:05pm CET (7:05am U.S. Eastern).
Live video from 2:15pm CET (8:15am U.S. Eastern)."
(steephill.tv)
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Tirreno Adriatico stage 3: Caleb Ewan scores
win from bunch sprint in cobbled finale.
"In a
hectic finale which saw stage 2 winner Tim Merilier
(Alpecin Fenix) and Mark Cavendish (Quick Step Alpha
Vinyl) not in position in the final 700m, the pint-sized
Kiwi rider powered from a charging Arnaud Démare (Groupama
FDJ)."
(velonews.com) Photo: Tim De Waele/TDWsport.com
Tirreno Adriatico: Tadej Pogačar pounces to
take time bonuses as race for GC heats up.
"Pogačar
did it again Wednesday, riding away with a teammate UAE
Emirates teammate Marc Soler to goggle up a three-second
bonus. World champion Julian Alaphilippe (Quick Step Alpha
Vinyl) tried in vain, but was powerless to stop him."
By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) Photo: Tim De Waele/TDWsport.com
Remco Evenepoel under pressure from Tadej Pogačar: ‘I did not panic.’ "When
there’s a finish line, even if it’s just for a time bonus,
Pogačar attacks. The Badger would be happy. “I was a bit
surprised that he wanted to continue with the attack to
the finish line,” Evenepoel said."
By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) Photo: Tim De Waele/TDWsport.com
Peter Sagan out of Tirreno Adriatico.
"All
indications are that Sagan was removed from the race as a
precaution and that he will still aim to start Milan-San
Remo later this month."
(velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Ten Takeaways: Strade Bianche, Paris Nice & Tirreno Adriatico. "The
last three days have been packed with thrilling top-tier
bike racing that, at times, has redefined what we thought
was possible in modern racing and shown us that there is a
new tier of dominant teams and riders in the peloton."
(pelotonmagazine.com) Image: James Startt.
Pedersen and Stuyven hoping for twin peaks in the northern Classics. "Teammates
for six seasons and Classics winners both, but Mads
Pedersen and Jasper Stuyven have yet to go into the
northern Classics with both of them at their best."
By Peter Cossins (velonews.com) (Photo: Bas Czerwinski/Getty Images)
The Mid South: Snow, clay roads, bacon & bourbon, and more await 2,500 participants. "WorldTour
riders, Red Bull athletes, and gravel specialists to face
off in Stillwater, Oklahoma on Saturday. Here's a look at
some of the course features."
By Ben Delaney (velonews.com) (Photo: Bas Czerwinski/Getty Images)
Cycling Ads - Helmets. "Oddly, helmets did not feature in ProCycling's early years of advertising, so it was only by 2002 that the headwear finally made an appearance, thanks to frequent advertiser Rudy Project." By Simon Crisp (sicycle.wordpress.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Easton EA90 AX gravel dropper post and lever -
details and ride impressions.
"The
DOSS-style mechanical operation works with any cable
lever. Pulling the lever releases the lock, so your weight
can push the saddle into the down position."
By Ben Delaney (velonews.com) (Photo: Ben Delaney)
Tirreno Adriatico live stream.
"2022 Tirreno Adriatico March 7-13, Italy. Stage 3 Wednesday March 9th,
171 km Murlo → Terni.
Race
starts at 12:50pm CET (6:50am U.S. Eastern).
Live
video from 2:35pm CET (8:35am U.S. Eastern)."
(cyclingfans.com)
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NBC Sports to broadcast Tour de France Femmes. "This
year’s event will run July 24-31 and start in Paris on the
final day of racing at the men’s Tour de France. The
eight-day race will be shown in the United States, on
Peacock and CNBC."
(velonews.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)
Lorena Wiebes powers to win at GP Oetingen. "Wiebes
held Chiara Consonni (Valcar Travel & Service) and
Maria Giulia Confalonieri (Ceratizit WNT Pro Cycling) who
were the next best in a big bunch dash for the line that
saw the top 21 riders earn the same time."
(velonews.com) Photo: Courtesy Team DSM/Anton Vos/Cor Vos
Vinokourov distances himself from Astana judicial investigation but documents show his clear involvement. "To be
honest, I learned about this whole story from the press,
and until that moment I was not familiar with the details'
Astana boss tells VeloNews."
By Daniel Benson (velonews.com) Photo: Tim De Waele/TDWsport.com
Popovych swaps team duties for Ukrainian humanitarian mission. "I
cannot watch the news anymore, because it really hurts me
to see what is happening there' says Trek Segafredo sports
director."
By Andrew Hood (velonews.com)
Photo: Yaroslav Popocych
Pro Bike Riders Meet the Animal Kingdom. "Stars
and their pets: Not the usual race dissection or in-depth
rider interview, but today a look at the pets of the
‘stars of the road’. From donkeys to pigs, with parrots
and dogs thrown in for good measure."
By Edmond Hood (pezcyclingnews.com) Amets Prosecco
4iiii Precision 3 power meter - details and
comparison tests with other meters.
"4iiii
Innovations‘ new Precision 3 power meter is a slimmer
version of its original crank-based meter, and one that
comes with a claimed 800 hours of battery life and +1/-1
percent accuracy."
By Ben Delaney (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Is this the most expensive road bike you can possibly build yourself in 2022? "There
is an increasing number of money-no-object cycling
products on the market as brands set out to showcase their
expertise in materials science and engineering."
By Anna Marie Hughes
SRAM purchases Velocio, with founders to stay on with the clothing company. "On
Wednesday, the high-end cycling apparel company Velocio
sold to SRAM, the company that not only rivals Shimano in
road and mountain bike components, but whose stable also
includes Zipp wheels, Quarq power meters, Time pedals,
Hammerhead computers, RockShox suspension, and TruVativ
components."
By Ben Delaney (velonews.com) Photo: Aliya Barnwell
Brompton T-Line Urban review. "The
first fully titanium Brompton is light, fast and beautiful
although it struggles to better your standard Brompton for
the price."
By Joe Robinson (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)
Open Cycle teases new MIN.D California road bike. "The
frame will be made in the USA and riffs on the Open
MIN.D's progressive geometry in a lighter-weight package."
By Betsy Welch (velonews.com) Photo: Courtesy Open Cycle
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