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Daily News: April 2022

Column One
April 30, 2022
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Tour de Romandie stage 4: Sergio Higuita wins uphill sprint ahead of teammate Aleksandr Vlasov.

(velonews.com)

"Rohan Dennis rides resilient through Romandie 'queen stage' to finish in the lead group and maintain GC lead ahead of final stage TT."
(velonews.com) Photo: Dario Belingheri/Getty Images






Merijn Zeeman: Rohan Dennis and the team ‘demoralized’ the Romandie peloton today.

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"Jumbo Visma rider on the cusp of his biggest ever stage racing win after fending off attacks in key climbing stage."
By Daniel Benson (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)






Luke Plapp shines in Tour de Romandie mountain stage as Geraint Thomas fades.

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"In my head today I thought that I’d either be there or be 20 minutes back. We’ll just see what happens tomorrow,' says Australian."
By Daniel Benson (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)






Brandon McNulty out of Tour of Romandie with respiratory tract infection.

(velonews.com)

"American ace abandons ahead of 'queen stage' of Romandie after riding into top-10 through start of the week."
(velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)






Tour de Romandie - Stage 4 preview.

(cycling.today)

"The 6 categorized climbs will probably see an early break away with the climb classification hopeful."
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Cinelli offers made-in-Italy steel gravel bikes with Campagnolo Ekar for $4,900.

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"1,900g steel frame can be painted in a variety of colors, and comes in six sizes."
By Ben Delaney (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found)






Silca’s ridiculously expensive 3D ti computer mount: The cheaper sequel, plus new aero Hunt wheels, SIS's 'ground-breaking' study + more.

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"Would you spend $175 on a computer mount? Plus the rest of this week’s tech news."
By Anna Marie Hughes (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)






Felt launches racy Breed Carbon gravel bike with big tyre clearance, suspension compatibility and anything but symmetry.

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"US brand builds on previously alloy-only range with racy carbon model featuring an interesting asymmetrical BB."
By Will Strickson (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)






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Tour de Romandie 2022 Live Video Feed.

(cycling.today)overlay
"Tour de Romandie 2022 - Stage 4 (Aigle
Zinal 180.1km).

Saturday, April 30th, Stage 4 starts at 5:00am U.S. Eastern.
Finish at around 9:48am U.S. Eastern, 6:48am Pacific..

Video starts at 8:00am U.S. Eastern, 5:00am Pacific."

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Column Two
April 30, 2022
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Alexey Vermeulen wins Belgian Waffle Ride after dropping Alex Howes.

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"Vermeulen attacks a group of seven in 137mi gravel race and rides last few miles solo."
By Ben Delaney (velonews.com) Photo: Rob Wessels






Mo Wilson blasts the field to win Belgian Waffle Ride by 25 minutes over second place.

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"Flavia Oliveira and Tiffany Cromwell round out the podium in 137-mile gravel race."
By Ben Delaney (velonews.com) Photo: Derek Betcher






Listen Live & Watch the Tour of the Gila.

(pezcyclingnews.com)

"The broadcast will go live Saturday at 2:00 pm MTN time."
(pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found)






Tour of the Gila stage 3: Simpson, Doebel-Hickok take Tyrone time trial.

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"Del-Cin moves to top of GC in men's race, De Crescenzo hangs on for slim lead in women's with two stages remaining."
By Rebecca Reza (velonews.com) Photo: Tour of the Gila






Should Remco Evenepoel be a One-Day or Stage Racing Specialist?

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"Remco Evenepoel’s impressive solo win on Sunday at Liège Bastogne Liège opened the 22-year-olds Monument account, but in some ways, this performance has me more confused than ever."
By Spencer Martin (pezcyclingnews.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)






Mason Hollyman - Producing Top Class Rides in the u23 Classics.

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"Fred Wright, Ben Tulett, Ben Turner, Lewis Askey, Ethan Vernon to name but five - and the next wave is on the way."
By Ed Hood (veloveritas.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)






Are poorly fitting shoes robbing you of power and comfort?

(road.cc)

"We look at how Bont Cycling's unique fit and construction lead to ultimate performance, and how to choose the right shoes for you."
(road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)






A Curious Case of Italian Shoe Fetish.

(pelotonmagazine.com)

"Admit it. It's okay. Deal with it. You love cycling shoes. Here are a few!"
(pelotonmagazine.com) (Image Credit not Found)






The Parapera Anemos with the brand new Campagnolo Levante Gravel wheels on test - The optimal combination for gravel riding?

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"Minimum weight and maximum versatility - That’s how the Parapera Anemos wants to shine."
By Tobias Hörsch (granfondo-cycling.com) Photo: Philipp Schwab






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Giro d’Italia 2022 could be the last for some time for Simon Yates
"Bike Exchange Jayco captain says he wants to have a ‘change of pace’ and ‘try some different races’ in the future."
"Froome: There are so many variables you can bring in but personally I’d always go with the decision making of the scientists."


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2022 Vuelta Asturias Live Feed.

(cycling.today)

"Vuelta Asturias 2022 - Stage 2 (Candás
Cangas del Narcea 198km).

Saturday, April 30th, Stage 2 starts at 11:40am CET (5:40am U.S. Eastern).

Finish at around 4:38pm CET (10:38am U.S. Eastern).

Live video from 4:00pm CET (10:00am U.S. Eastern)."

(cycling.today) (Image Credit not Found)



Column Three
April 30, 2022
Doug Report Cycling Daily





Bob Jungels: ‘I’ve been through the hardest period of my life.’

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"I’m confident that I’ll have a job next year and the most important thing is that I prove to myself that I can get back,' says former Liege Bastogne Liege winner."
By Daniel Benson (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)






Biniam Girmay extends with Intermarché Wanty Gobert Matériaux through 2026.

(velonews.com)

"Eritrean ace commits to huge long-term contract after blazing trail through spring and winning Gent Wevelgem."
(velonews.com) Photo: KURT DESPLENTER/BELGA MAG/AFP via Getty Images





Giro d’Italia Stages.

(inrng.com)

"Ciao, here’s an overview of all the Giro stages. There’s the stage profile and a short preview for every day, as well as more on TV coverage and the big stages to watch."
(inrng.com) (RCS Sport)






Giro d’Italia: Bora Hansgrohe goes big with ‘triple threat’: Kelderman, Hindley, Buchmann to race for pink.

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"German sensation Kämna returns for first grand tour since 2020 as part of what could be one of the Giro's strongest squads."
By Jim Cotton (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)






João Almeida’s best chance yet? Portuguese ace to lead UAE Emirates at Giro d’Italia.

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"UAE Emirates to center around Almeida's pink jersey quest while Gaviria hunts for stages in a stacked sprint field."
By Jim Cotton (velonews.com) (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)






Ryder Innovation Luberetta.

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"Reduces waste and stops your chain's sides from gumming up, but it's only slightly better than the usual methods."
By Jamie Williams (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)






Urge BP Centrail Helmet gets updated with increased visibility, keeps iconic look.

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"Brimming with improvements for increased visibility, the Centrail comes with a distinct style that commuters may welcome."
By Heather Hendricks (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)






Galibier Regale Ultra Optics.

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"Inexpensive, but they don't sacrifice quality or performance."
By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)






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The eternal optimist - Mikel Landa at the 2022 Giro d’Italia.
"After 2021 horrific crash, Basque star back at Italian Grand Tour"


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Festival Elsy Jacobs Live Stream.

(cyclingfans.com)

"2022 Festival Elsy Jacobs April 29-May 1, Steinfort
Steinfort(121.4km).

Stage 1 starts Saturday at 2:30pm CET (8:30am U.S. Eastern).

Finish at around 5:45pm CET (11:45am U.S. Eastern).

Live video from 3:30pm CET (9:30am U.S. Eastern)."

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Column One
April 29, 2022
Doug Report Cycling Daily




Tour de Romandie: Patrick Bevin best of the bunch on stage 3.

(velonews.com)

"Rohan Dennis finished third on the stage and held onto the race leader's jersey for another day."
(velonews.com) Photo: Dario Belingheri/Getty Images






Patrick Bevin shines for Israel Premier Tech but Tour de France is off his schedule.

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"The New Zealander has won all but one of his team's victories so far in 2022."
By Daniel Benson (velonews.com) Photo: Dario Belingheri/Getty Images






Tour de Romandie - Stage 3 preview.

(cycling.today)

"Difficult to predict if a sprinter can survive the 165 km of climbing and descending all the day."
(cycling.today) Photo: Dario Belingheri/Getty Images (cyclingnews.com)






Ethan Hayter explains his finger to the lips celebration at Tour de Romandie.

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"British rider bounces back after mistake and crash on stage 1 to take his second WorldTour win in three days."
By Daniel Benson (velonews.com) Photo: Dario Belingheri/Getty Images






Heart rate variability: What is it and can it be used to guide your training?

By

"There’s more you can learn from how your heart is functioning, based on your heart rate variability (HRV),"
By Paul Norman (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found)






End to End, by Paul Jones.

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"A history of the Lands End to John o'Groats record told through the stories of some of the people who have set the record."
By Feargal McKay (podiumcafe.com) Edward Crawford / SOPA Images/ LightRocket / Getty Images






Gear Break: Wahoo Open the Road, Qhubeka Apparel, Wega/Eroica, Muc-Off, UDOG & Rapha EF Kit.

(pezcyclingnews.com)

"Wahoo Open the Road Ep. 1 - Foundations, Team Qhubeka announces ‘Hand Up’ apparel collaboration with The Vandal, plus much more"
(pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found)





Tour de Romandie 2022 Live Video Feed.

(cycling.today)overlay
"Tour de Romandie 2022 - Stage 3 (Valbroye
Valbroye 165.1km).

Friday, April 29th, Stage 3 starts at 7:35am U.S. Eastern.
Finish at around 11:39am U.S. Eastern, 8:39am Pacific..

Video starts at 9:30am U.S. Eastern, 6:30am Pacific."

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Column Two
April 29, 2022
Doug Report Cycling Daily




Tour of the Gila stage 2: De Crescenzo wins with solo flyer, Stites edges out Prado for victory.

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"De Crescenzo goes on huge solo to claim stage and race leader's jersey, Andre “Toby” Røed retains GC lead in men's race."
By Rebecca Reza (velonews.com) Photo: Tour of the Gila






L39ion’s Freddy Ovett on BWR: ‘I heard many war stories, thought I’d give it a crack.”

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"Fifth at SBT GRVL last year, Ovett is looking to race at the front in California 'as long as possible."
By Ben Delaney (velonews.com) Photo: Ben Delaney





Giro d’Italia: Richard Carapaz leads formidable Ineos Grenadiers squad.

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"Porte, Sivakov and Castroviejo add support but there are no spots for Dunbar or Pidcock."
By Daniel Benson (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found)






How to watch the 2022 Giro d’Italia online, streaming, and on television.

(velonews.com)

"Here's how to watch the race for the maglia rosa from a desktop computer, handheld or mobile device, TV, or smart streaming app."
(velonews.com) Photo: Tim De Waele/TDWsport.com






Sprinters lining up for Eschborn Frankfurt.

(sbs.com.au)

"Back at the traditional date, Eschborn Frankfurt is attracting quite a lot of the big-name sprinters to the German classic on Sunday."
(sbs.com.au) (Image credit: Getty Images)





Campagnolo rolls further into gravel with Levante gravel wheels.

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"Hooked or hookless rim? Campagnolo shoots the gap with 'mini hook' on the 1,485g carbon wheels."
By Ben Delaney (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found)






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2022 Vuelta Asturias Live Feed.

(cycling.today)

"Vuelta Asturias 2022 – stage 1 (Oviedo
Pola de Lena 168.9km).

Friday, April 29th, starts at 16:00pm Central Europe, 10:00am U.S. Eastern, 7:00am Pacific."

(cycling.today) (Image Credit not Found)



Column Three
April 29, 2022
Doug Report Cycling Daily





Arrests, dozens of searches as police target Conti team in doping probe.

(stickybottle.com)

"Two people have been arrested and dozens of searches have been carried out in a police-led operation targeting the W52-FC Porto Continental team from Portugal."
(stickybottle.com) (Image Credit not Found)






Remco Evenepoel tamps down Tour de France speculation in wake of Julian Alaphilippe injury.

By

"Evenepoel keeps focus on Vuelta a España, discusses learning to handle social media storms, and home pressure."
By Jim Cotton (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)






Peter Sagan returns to training after medical checks.

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"Triple world champ back on bike, scheduled for Tour de Suisse, Tour de France."
By Greg Kaplan (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found)






Toms Skujiņš: ‘Some teams I’d never sign for because of their baggage.’

By

"‘I would say that I saw which teams can be trusted, and in 2020 which teams paid fully the salaries that they promised, versus which teams didn’t,’ says Trek Segafredo rider."
By Daniel Benson (velonews.com)






Annemiek van Vleuten breaks wrist in training crash.

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"Dutchwoman set to miss return to stage racing in May, Movistar believes recovery won't impact Giro d’Italia Donne and Tour de France Femmes."
By Sadhbh O'Shea (velonews.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)






Lizzy Banks: ‘There’s no book for how you treat concussion, but there should be.’

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"The EF Education TIBCO SVB rider was out with concussion for most of 2021 and says more needs to be done to help riders who get them."
By Sadhbh O'Shea (velonews.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)





Festival Elsy Jacobs Live Stream.

(cyclingfans.com)

"2022 Festival Elsy Jacobs April 29-May 1, Luxembourg. Cessange → Cessange (2.2km).

Prologue starts at 2:00pm CET (8:00am U.S. Eastern).

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

Live video from 2:30pm CET (8:30am U.S. Eastern)."

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