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Lance Armstrong describes his nervous first meeting with Sean Kelly. Kaitlin Armstrong considered “armed and dangerous” by authorities. Laurens ten Dam and the ‘Dutch mafia’ hit Unbound Gravel. Photos: Shimano shows off 10 stunning custom bikes with silver GRX Limited. 10 men to watch at Unbound Gravel. Column
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June 2,
2022
News,
Blogs, Misc.
Road Cycling Is Ripe for Reinvention. "For many, many years, road cycling was synonymous with elitism. Inscrutable rules, costly custom frames, all manner of unguents and embrocations…" By Eben Weiss (outsideonline.com) (Photo: tetedelacourse/Flickr Creative Commons)
How in the hell do you race Unbound XL? "Advice on the big event from XL veterans Taylor Lideen, Lael Wilcox, Amanda Nauman, Yuri Hauswald, and Bobby Wintle." By Betsy Welch (velonews.com) Photo: Kevin Fickling
Fred Schmid, 89, is bound to finish Unbound Gravel. "I just enjoy riding and that’s why I want to keep doing it." By Marshall Opel (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Laurens ten Dam and the ‘Dutch mafia’ hit Unbound Gravel. "There's a new gang in town and they're ready to leave their mark on the US gravel scene." By Daniel Benson (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Preliminary startlist Brussels Cycling Classic with Kristoff, S.Bennett, Viviani, Groves, De Lie and Gaviria. "The Belgian semi-classics continues now in Brussels, as the Brussels Cycling Classic takes place this Sunday the 5th of June providing an opportunity for the sprinters to take a big win and also to score important UCI points." (cyclinguptodate.com) 02/06/2022 12:00
Where Hindley Won & Did Ineos Blow It? "The 2022 Giro d’Italia kept us on the edge of our seats right up to the final mountain stage. The Italian Grand Tour was in the hands of Richard Carapaz and the Ineos team, but things didn’t go to plan." By Spencer Martin (pezcyclingnews.com) Alpozzi, D'Alberto, Ferrari, LaPresse
Filippo Ganna gets offer from Trek Segafredo. "Filippo Ganna is still under contract with INEOS Grenadiers until the end of 2023, but after that Trek Segafredo would love to take over the Italian rider." (cyclinguptodate.com) 01/06/2022 23:30
Bontrager Aeolus Pro 51 - Quiet comfort, lackluster responsiveness. "I had high hopes going into our testing of the USD$1500, £1250, €1400 Bontrager Aeolus Pro 51 TLR wheelset." By Steve (intheknowcycling.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Shimano does it for the fans with polished silver GRX Limited gravel groupset. "Retro aesthetics, new flat bar option and a carbon wheelset too." By Matthew Loveridge (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)
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June 2,
2022
Photos,
Podcasts
Louis Meintjes makes glorious return to winning ways at Giro dell'Appennino. "It has been over seven years since Louis Meintjes took his last win as a pro rider, for many years it seemed as if the South African had lost the ability to take a win." (cyclinguptodate.com) Today, 17:21
The Women's Tour welcomes top field to UK. "Britain’s leading women’s stage race has once again attracted a world-class field for its eighth edition, which begins in Colchester next Monday (6 June)." (sbs.com.au) (Image credit: Getty Images)
Women’s Tour gets live TV for first time, Challenge by La Vuelta reveals new five-day route. "The women's peloton receives a boost after the two major races announce significant developments for 2022." By Sadhbh O'Shea (velonews.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)
Thibau Nys "searching for its possibilities" as he thrives in Elite debut. "Thibau has the explosiveness and the winning mentality. Yet he is not André Greipel who reached a peak power of 2,000 watts. Thibau won't touch that. But that doesn't change the fact that Thibau scores very well in the power/body weight ratio." (cyclinguptodate.com) Today, 11:30
Critérium du Dauphiné: Can Ben O’Connor keep climbing up the ranks?. "The AG2R Citroën rider targets podium at the Critérium du Dauphiné and confirmation at the Tour de France that last year was no fluke." By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
‘I just keep looking forward’ - Q&A with Cameron Wurf. "From the Olympics to the WorldTour to riding Unbound this coming weekend, Cam Wurf really has done it all. No wonder Ineos Grenadiers wanted the veteran Aussie for their 2022 campaign." (cyclist.co.uk) Photography: Brian Hodes
Preliminary startlist ZLM Tour with Viviani, Kooij, Mareczko, Plapp and Degenkolb. "With five stages, starting on the 8th of June, the peloton travels back to the Netherlands for the ZLM Tour. A race marked by the presence every years of top quality sprinters and classics riders looking for a less mountainous preparation for the national championships and the Tour de France." (cyclinguptodate.com) 02/06/2022 13:00
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June 2,
2022
Videos
Kaitlin Armstrong considered “armed and dangerous” by authorities. "US Marshals continue to try and find Armstrong. It’s been three weeks since she’s been on the lam, and the last time they knew her whereabouts was May 14." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found)
Lance Armstrong describes his nervous first meeting with Sean Kelly. "Lance Armstrong may be banned from cycling for life due to his doping, but he’s still publishing a cycling podcast, The Move, and in his Giro d’Italia review he outlined his first ever meeting with Sean Kelly." (stickybottle.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Injury Update: Katie Archibald suffers ankle injuries after being hit by SUV. "Katie Archibald sustained injuries to both ankles but avoided any broken bones after being hit by a SUV while out training last weekend." By Sadhbh O'Shea (velonews.com) Photo: Ian MacNicol/Getty Images
"Olympics are still running through Mathieu's mind", Adrie van der Poel says. "After crashing out of the Olympic Mountain Bike race back in 2021, the Dutchman has not yet returned to the MTB. He is also not planned to do so this year as he puts his full ambitions on the road, and over the winter should have another stint in cyclocross." (cyclinguptodate.com)Today, 08:30
Stephen Hyde joins USA Cycling as cyclocross team coach. "The three-time national champion will will lead the US cyclocross national team." (velonews.com) Photo: VeloNews.com
Preliminary startlist Heylen Vastgoed Heistse Pijl with S.Bennett, Kooij, Mareczko, Ballerini and Thijssen. "On the 4th of June the Heylen Vastgoed Heistse Pijl will go on the road, in what is set to be an exciting race where the sprinters and the classics riders will battle head to head and it may be complicated to predict which way it will go." (cyclinguptodate.com) 02/06/2022 11:39
Atlas Descent. "We’re deep in the Anti-Atlas mountains, Morocco’s lesser range in terms of altitude though certainly not beauty." By Clive Pursehouse (pelotonmagazine.com) (Image Credit not Found)
The Incredible $199 Internal Gear Bicycle Hub: Shimano Alfine Explained. "I’ve analyzed many of the top-tier bicycle gearboxes on this website, but have spent little time discussing the Shimano Alfine internal gear hubs that offer almost unbelievable value for money." By Alee Denham (cyclingabout.com)
Hammerhead Karoo 2 review. "Smartphone-style interface, excellent connectivity, and brilliant mapping make this GPS computer a very smart proposition." By Joseph Delves (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)
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June 1,
2022
News,
Blogs, Misc.
Sepp Kuss on Tour de France bubble? "Reports in Dutch media suggest that only Primož Roglič, Wout van Aert, and Jonas Vingegaard have assured spots on the Jumbo Visma roster." By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) (Photo: Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
Coach says Sam Bennett ‘on track’ for Tour de France revival. "With cycling’s biggest race one month away, the ‘steady as it goes’ approach taken by Bora Hansgrohe may be about to pay off." By Shane Stokes (velonews.com) (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)
Riding Tour de France "a huge step forward" for Jai Hindley. "For sure, why not? Never say never. That would be the ultimate dream. I am not going to say it’s not possible." (cyclinguptodate.com) Today, 13:00
Bora on Cian Uijtdebroeks: "When you see how good he is already, it's quite impressive." "19 year old Cian Uijtdebroeks is currently one of the most promising riders in the peloton, and has been riding under the radar of the big stars." (cyclinguptodate.com) Today, 17:30
Giro d’Italia Review: Where Jai Hindley won the race & breaking down if Ineos blew it. "After having a few days to ponder Jai Hindley’s stunning, but extremely well-earned, overall Giro d’Italia victory, I wanted to go back through the defining stages to break down where exactly he won." By Spencer Martin (pelotonmagazine.com) Photo: Chris Auld
Team Wolfpack's Alijah Beatty Ready for Armed Forces Classic. "The Armed Forces Cycling Classic runs this weekend - June 4 & 5, and Team Wolfpack P/B ProBikeKit is ready to take on the best teams in US pro women’s cycling." (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
The Link Between Overtraining, Your Mood, and Heart Rate Variability. "Paying attention to your mood and your heart rate variability can help you determine whether you need to dial back your training." By Elizabeth Millard (bicycling.co.za)
Could a new Garmin Edge 1040 bike computer be on its way? What we want to see from new flagship GPS. "The rumors are circulating, so check out what we’d like to see and expect to see from Garmin’s (rumored) new flagship device." By Jamie Williams (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Pinarello launches new gravel race bike: the Grevil F. "Increased aerodynamics and versatility are key features of slick new ride." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found)
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June 1,
2022
Photos,
Podcasts
Tour de France is one month away: Where are the yellow jersey favorites now? "The countdown to the 2022 Tour de France begins and the top favorites have been training at altitude and previewing stages." By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) Photo: Garnier Etienne - Pool/Getty Images
Longer, tougher La Vuelta Challenge to test women's peloton. "The eighth edition of the race, run alongside the men's Vuelta a España, will take off from Marina de Cudeyo, Cantabria, on the 7th of September with a team time trial and will conclude on the 11th of September in Madrid." (sbs.com.au) Credit: Gonzalo Arroyo Moreno/Getty Images
The Women’s Tour. "Stage racing continues in the UK with the Women’s Tour playing host to the fourteenth round of the Women’s World Tour series." (voxwomen.com) (womenstour.co.uk)
FloBikes to live stream Unbound Gravel. "Live stream will feature 12 cameras, including roaming cams, moto cams and drones." (velonews.com) Photo: Mike Swim / mikezswim.com
10 men to watch at Unbound Gravel. "Anything can and does happen during 200 miles. Here are 10 riders to follow at the front of Saturday's race." By Betsy Welch (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
USADA will be at Unbound Gravel. "The federal anti-doping agency will test three random men and three random women who are part of the Life Time Grand Prix series." By Betsy Welch (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Alejandro Valverde eyeing Vuelta a España after finishing Giro "with a good feeling." "Alejandro Valverde is so far this season being Movistar Team's most important rider, however with his retirement in sight, 'Bala' is also enjoying his last months in the professional peloton." (cyclinguptodate.com) Today, 16:00
The Monuments by Peter Cossins. "I like the Grand Tours. But I love the Monuments. Tours are epic novels, the plot unfolding day after day. They’re a fireworks show, the individual bursts culminating in a grand crescendo-the finale! By contrast, each Monument is a stick of dynamite." By Miki Vuckovich (cyclingindependent.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Tour de France Guide. "With one month to go the 2022 Tour de France guide is online now, complete with stage profiles, a quick comment on each day’s course and reference material on all the useful rules like the points and mountains competition, time cuts and more." (inrng.com) (tumblr.com)
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June 1,
2022
Videos
Criterium du Dauphiné race preview: The final test before the Tour de France. "Primož Roglič, Brandon McNulty, and Chris Froome headline a marquee starting list that includes a who's who of Tour-bound stars." By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) Photo: FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images
Ex-Spanish pro reveals ‘pay-to-race’ schemes. "Óscar Pujol said two teams offered him a roster spot if he paid 12,000 to 40,000 euros." (velonews.com) Photo: TOSHIFUMI KITAMURA/AFP via Getty Images
"I hope to continue that for as long as possible" - Remco Evenepoel on current run of form. "With wins at Liège Bastogne Liège and Tour of Norway, Remco Evenepoel has returned to the very highest level of the sport. He's in a good place mentally which is helping him, and has discussed his changes in training and ambitions for the coming weeks." (cyclinguptodate.com) Today, 10:00
The Women’s Tour in Britain will be broadcast live for the first time. "All six stages will be available to watch." By Matt Hansen (road.cc) Photo by: The Women's Tour @thewomenstour
SUV driver pulls out of junction and crashes into Olympic champion Katie Archibald. "No bones broken for Scottish rider who is returning from injury ahead of Commonwealth Games later this year." By Simon MacMichael (road.cc) Photo: Simon MacMichael
Garmin Forerunner 955 (with Solar) In-Depth Review. "It’s been 3 years and 2 days since Garmin announced the Forerunner 945, and today, it’s finally properly refreshed with the Forerunner 955. Except, it’s actually two watches – the Forerunner 955 & Forerunner 955 Solar." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
Ramon Sinkeldam looking to seize "my best level ever" for upcoming negotiations. "Ramon Sinkeldam has been since 2018 a crucial member of the leadout train for Arnaud Démare, and has recently been in the news as Patrick Lefevere and Quick Step Alpha Vinyl Team expressed interest in the Dutchman." (cyclinguptodate.com) Today, 14:30
Garmin Forerunner 255 In-Depth Review: Now A Full Multisport Watch. "The Forerunner 255 is now a multisport triathlon watch. Sure, it’s also a running watch, but it can now swim/bike/run with the best of them, including featuring Garmin’s high-end multiband/dual-frequency GPS chipset." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
Fulcrum Speed 40 CMPTZN DB wheelset. "Pushed hard on price by others, but a beautiful looking set of wheels that deliver a great performance." By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
'Surrender': U.S Marshals send message to Kaitlin Armstrong, the fugitive wanted for the murder of San Francisco cyclist Mo Wilson. "Asked if there was evidence that Armstrong took another flight from LaGuardia Airport, authorities are in the dark. "We kind of lost the track." By Andrew Chamings (sfgate.com)
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