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Column
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May 24,
2023
News, Blogs, Misc.
Alberto Dainese wins stage 17 in tight photo finish "Alberto Dainese (DSM), Jonathan Milan (Bahrain-Victorious) and Michael Matthews (Jayco AlUla) all crossed the line very close together." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) - 1
Alberto Dainese’ winning watts were even more bonkers than you’d expect at the Giro "The DSM rider took a stunning Stage 17 win." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Jonathan Milan, Michael Matthews - 1
Third week fatigue: Why there was barely a fight for the breakaway in stage 17 of the Giro d'Italia "Despite its flat parcours, stage 17 of the Giro d'Italia still offered a fighting chance for a strong breakaway to make it to the finish, so why was no one up for it?" Words: Stephen Puddicombe (rouleur.cc) (Image Credit not Found) - 1
Giro d'Italia stage 17 preview - The final sprint before Rome "After a tough stage in the mountains, this straightforward stage will be a welcome relief." Words: Stephen Puddicombe (rouleur.cc) Photos: Zac Williams/SWPix - 1
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'The Giro has only just got going' - Contenders react to battle at summit finish "The quotes from the men who matter most in the battle for the general classification at the 2023 Giro d'Italia after stage 16 shook up the fight for the pink jersey." (sbs.com.au) (Image Credit not Found) - 1
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2023 Giro d’Italia Live Video Feed "Giro d’Italia 2023 May 6-28, Italy. Stage
17 (Pergine Valsugana →
Caorle, 197km) Wednesday, May 24th.
Video
starts at 12:30pm CET, 6:30am Eastern, 3:30am Pacific.
Finish at around 5:15pm CET
(11:15am Eastern), 8:15am Pacific.
The race will also be shown on GCN+ starting at 3:30am Pacific." (cycling.today) Powered by La
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May 24,
2023
Photos
'It's going to be brutal' - Almeida eyes mountain showdown at Giro d'Italia "Familiar terrain but newfound aggression for Portuguese rider." By Stephen Farrand, Barry Ryan (cyclingnews.com via uksport.news) (Image credit: Getty Images Sport) - 2
Keep calm and win the Giro d'Italia - Ineos Grenadiers back Geraint Thomas for title "It's good to have the maglia rosa but the goal is to win the Giro d'Italia" says DS Tosatto." By Stephen Farrand (cyclingnews.com via uksport.news) (Getty Images Sport) - 2
Lightning fast: The gloriously untapped potential of Jonathan Milan "Stage 17 saw Milan take his fourth second place in this year’s Giro; just how good could the Italian sprinter be with a dialed lead out train?" Words: Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) Photos: Zac Williams/SWpix - 2
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The Canadian superfan gave Derek Gee the absolute best gift at the Giro "Sean Moretti has been following every stage, shouting encouragement." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Israel - Premier Tech - 2
Ironman Aix-en-Provence 70.3 Race Report (2023) "Many of you have observed that my training has ramped up significantly over the last 6 months. And indeed, it has - albeit, I didn’t entirely set out to race this particular race." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker) - 2
2023 Lotto Thüringen Ladies Tour Live "2023 Lotto Thüringen Ladies Tour May 23-28, Germany. Stage 2 (Gera →
Gera, 153.5km) Wednesday,
May 24th.
Live video starts at 1:30pm CET
(7:30am Eastern), 4:30am Pacific.
Finish
at around 3:45pm CET (9:45am Eastern), 6:45am Pacific.
The race will also be shown on GCN+ starting at 4:30am Pacific." (cyclingfans.com)
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May 24,
2023
Videos
Matthews: 'This is the best team I’ve ever ridden with' "Australian Michael Matthews was full of praise for his teammates after going close to the win on stage 17 of the 2023 Giro d'Italia." By Jamie Finch-Penninger (sbs.com.au) . (Photo by Tim de Waele/Getty Images) - 3
Who actually are the pro cycling team sponsors? "How much do you actually know about the brands whose names dominate the highest level of pro cycling?" By Will Strickson (cyclist.co.uk) (Image credit: Getty Images) - 3
How Cerchio Ghisallo make classic wooden bike wheels in the heart of Lombardy "You won't find these wheels at the Giro d'Italia... but the famous Cerchio Ghisallo rims are made with fine Italian craftsmanship right next to the equally famous Passo del Ghisallo climb." By Steve Thomas (road.cc) (Photo: Steve Thomas) - 3
Leak all but confirms wireless Campagnolo Super Record groupset is coming with prices quoted "A retailer says it is “accepting orders for the new Campagnolo Super Record Wireless groupset”, with the RRP quoted at €4,499. Here’s everything else we know so far too." By Jamie Williams (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) - 3
Moda Stretto 2023 "Fun and fast to ride, and looks great too, but it's up against some tough competition price-wise." By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) - 3
Wahoo bosses look to indoor market push after refinancing "Firm will press ahead with legal battle with Zwift." By Vern Pitt (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Wahoo) - 3
Ekoï C-4 Woven Mesh Road Shoes Stiffen Up Value with First Full Carbon Construction "French consumer-direct cycling clothing & gear maker Ekoï is taking their value-oriented performance road bike shoes to the next level, with a new woven mesh C-4 featuring their first-ever completely carbon sole." By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) - 3
Schwalbe Tire Levers "Great tire levers; buy some." John Stevenson (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) - 3
Close look: The lively Argon 18 Krypton frame is ready for just about any ride "Take the all-road bike on an around-the-world trek or adventures close to home." Matthew Pioro (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Nick Iwanyshyn - 3
Tested: Garmin’s Solar-Recharging 540 and 840 Devices "Testing Garmin's new 540 left us wanting more. It's a brilliant machine, but you might want its big brother. And the solar bit is Awesome." By Tara Sepalvy (bicycling.co.za) (Image Credit not Found) - 3
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May 23,
2023
News, Blogs, Misc.
Giro d'Italia stage 16 Live: João Almeida wins on Monte Bondone; Geraint Thomas reclaims overall lead "João Almeida wins the sprint for the line! What a stage win for the Portuguese man." By Adam Becket, Tom Thewlis (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) - 2
Geraint Thomas has been waiting a long time for this "As the Giro d'Italia finally comes to life, Thomas may finally be on the cusp of some good fortune." Words: Edward Pickering (rouleur.cc) Photos: Zac Williams - 1
Joe Dombrowski on what makes the Giro d’Italia stand apart "From brutal climbs to great coffee and Italy's living history, the Giro is unlike any race on the calendar: 'The Giro is unique.'" By Andrew Hood (velonews.com via uksport.news) (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images) - 1
Inrng: Giro d’Italia Stage 16 Preview "The Giro resumes after a rest day and we begin the backloaded final week with the first of three summit finishes." (inrng.com) (RCS Sport) - 1
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2023 Giro d’Italia Live Video Feed "Giro d’Italia 2023 May 6-28, Italy. Stage
16 (Sabbio Chiese →
Monte Bondone, 203km)
Tuesday, May 23rd.
Video
starts at 10:30am CET, 4:30am Eastern, 1:30am Pacific.
Finish at around 5:15pm CET
(11:15am Eastern), 8:15am Pacific.
The race will also be shown on GCN+ starting at 1:30am Pacific." (cycling.today) Powered by La
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May 23,
2023
SD Worx continue winning streak with opening TTT win at the Thüringen Ladies Tour "SD Worx secured victory in the opening team time trial of the 2023 Thüringen Ladies Tour." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: Getty Images - cyclingnews.com) - 2
The reinvention of João Almeida "The Portuguese's long-range attack on stage 16's final climb showed a new side to an ever-improving GC contender." Words: Chris Marshall-Bell (rouleur.cc) Photo: ZW Photography - 2
Women’s WorldTour points fight: SD Worx dominates, Human Powered Health, Israel Premier Tech in danger "Uno-X moves into safe spot in contest to retain WorldTour license, AG Insurance Soudal Quick-Step continues to climb the rankings." By Sadhbh O'Shea (velonews.com via uksport.news) Photo: Dario Belingheri/Getty Images
Tweets of the Giro d'Italia second week: Lance Armstrong and Jonathan Vaughters decide to have it out on Twitter "What started as Vaughters of EF Education EasyPost teasing Thibaut Pinot ended with him dueling with Armstrong on social media." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Geraint Thomas’ sunglasses are back but not as you know them… SunGod recreates signature style with new 3D-printed eyewear "The Welshman has been wearing a prototype of his new signature GT sunnies at this year’s Giro d’Italia." By Charlie Allenby (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found) - 2
2023 Lotto Thüringen Ladies Tour Live "2023 Lotto Thüringen Ladies Tour May 23-28, Germany. Stage 1 (Schleiz →
Schleiz,
9.1km) Tuesday,
May 23rd.
Live video starts at 2:00pm CET
(8:00am Eastern), 5:00am Pacific.
Finish
at around 3:44pm CET (9:44am Eastern), 6:44am Pacific.
The race will also be shown on GCN+ starting at 5:30am Pacific." (cyclingfans.com)
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May 23,
2023
Videos
Perfectly poised: Giro d'Italia GC remains in the balance after Monte Bondone "After two weeks of mitigating factors prevented a real GC onslaught, the fight for pink began in earnest for the GC contenders." Words: Stephen Puddicombe (rouleur.cc) Photos: RCS Sport - 3
Remco Evenepoel claps back at critics in emotional post about Giro d’Italia "Belgian had to leave Giro d’Italia in pink jersey." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) - 3
Cav's legacy: why there may never again be a sprinter like Mark Cavendish "As he prepares to bow out of the sport at the end of the year, Cavendish's prolific record will stand the test of time." Words: Stephen Puddicombe (rouleur.cc) Photo: ZW Photography - 3
VO2 Priming Before Hard Intervals "VO2 priming, also known as pre-conditioning, is a training technique utilized in sports performance to optimize aerobic capacity and enhance endurance." By Scott Steele (pezcyclingnews.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) - 3
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How to remove your vest or jacket during a group ride or race "It's an important skill that you can master with practice." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) - 3
Netflix Tour de France TV show Unchained set to get second season "Cameras to follow racing action this July for second year in a row; first series released on 8 June." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) - 3
Specialized launches all new "lightest in class" Allez and ditches rim brakes for good "The US bike brand boasts this is its best Allez yet... but if you like your road bikes priced under £1,000 and equipped with rim brakes, Specialized can no longer help you. We've also taken it for a quick spin!" By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) - 3
Bike check: Alex Dowsett’s Specialized Diverge Expert "The ex-WorldTour pro took part in the UCI gravel race with this 'off-the-peg' bike." By Suvi Loponen (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) - 3
Check out Mark Cavendish's 2012 Pinarello Dogma 2 "Take a look at the bike Cav rode to three Tour de France stage victories in the year that teammate Bradley Wiggins won overall." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) - 3
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May 22,
2023
News, Blogs, Misc.
‘I don’t just want to attack for entertainment’ - Geraint Thomas plays the long game ahead of crucial Giro d’Italia third week "Even the Welshman is questioning when the GC battle will begin." Words: India Paine (rouleur.cc) Photos: Zac Williams/SWPix - 1
Giro d’Italia 2023: Five things we learned from week two "After a hugely impressive spring campaign, Ben Healy shows no signs of slowing down as the season continues." By Tom Thewlis (cyclingweekly.com) Photo by Luca Bettini/AFP via Getty Images - 1
Giro d’Italia Scrapbook, Week Two: Breakaway beefs, contract-clashes, Mr. Modest in the maglia, and more "Here's your ultimate collection of scraps, out-takes, and oddities from the second full week of this year's Giro d'Italia." By Jim Cotton (velonews.com via uksport.news) (Image credit: Getty Images)
Philippa York: Stalemate can't continue at this mad, sad Giro d'Italia "Our expert pundit on the stars of the second week, how Pinot 'messed up good and proper', and the GC complexion ahead of the final week." By Philippa York (cyclingnews.com via uksport.news) (Image credit: Getty Images) - 1
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Giro d'Italia stage 16 preview - One of the most important tests of the race "The riders will have to face four categorized climbs because they reach the foot of the menacing Monte Bondone." By Stephen Puddicombe (rouleur.cc) Photo: ZW Photography - 1
2023 Giro d’Italia Live Video Feed "Giro d’Italia 2023 May 6-28, Italy. Monday
is a rest day.
Stage
16 (Sabbio Chiese →
Monte Bondone, 203km)
Tuesday, May 23rd.
Video
starts at 10:30am CET, 4:30am Eastern, 1:30am Pacific.
Finish at around 5:15pm CET
(11:15am Eastern), 8:15am Pacific.
The race will also be shown on GCN+ starting at 1:30am Pacific." (cycling.today) Powered by La
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May 22,
2023
Podcasts
Sheehan wins final stage and takes overall from López at Joe Martin Stage Race "Time bonus seconds push Disruptors rider ahead of Medellín's López, who suffered flat tire on final lap." By Lyne Lamoureux (cyclingnews.com via uksport.news) (Image credit: SnowyMountain Photography) - 2
Lance Armstrong weighs in on Vaughters, Pinot Giro d'Italia social media spat "Ex-riders engage in a cascade of insults." By Laura Weislo (cyclingnews.com via uksport.news) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images) - 2
7 memorable moments from the first two weeks of the Giro d’Italia "There have been some stunning finishes, chirps, spats, and drama" By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Twitter) - 2
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How many calories does a pro rider burn at the Giro d'Italia? "We speak to a team nutritionist to gauge the dizzying food supply needed to ride a Grand Tour." By Patrick Fletcher (cyclingnews.com via uksport.news) (Image credit: Getty Images) - 2
Spotted: Is this the new Canyon Grail? "New Canyon gravel bike without the iconic double-decker bar was spotted in the wild at the UCI gravel race Gralloch" By Suvi Loponen (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) - 2
Classified Powershift Review - We test the tech packed gear system on a gravel Campagnolo setup "So are 26 speeds better than 13 and is that worth double the price?" By Guy Kesteven (bikeperfect.com) (Image: © GuyKesTV) - 2
Five cool fueling things from Topeak, Styrkr, Syncros and Skratch Labs "These are the top five cool things we're reviewing at the moment." By Suvi Loponen (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) - 2
Adidas SP0057 Sport Sunglasses Review "Where many modern cycling sunglasses have straight temples, the SP0057 curve both inward and downward at the tips." By Brandon Bilyeu (roadbikerider.com) (Image Credit not Found) - 2
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May 22,
2023
Videos
Mark Cavendish confirms he will retire at end of season "I feel it’s the perfect opportunity to say it’s my final Giro d’Italia and 2023 will be my final season as a professional cyclist." (Photo by Zac Williams/SWpix.com) - 3
Van Anrooij, Dygert score career-best Women's WorldTour stage race results in Burgos "Pair round out Vuelta a Burgos Feminas in second and fourth overall after Lagunas de Neila finisher." By Lukas Knöfler (cyclingnews.com via uksport.news) (Twitter) - 3
Derek Gee even attacks on the rest days at the Giro d’Italia "The IPT rider can't stop givin’ er." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Israel Premier Tech - 3
New Scicon Aeroscope sunglasses are designed for adjustability "Scicon says that four key features of its new glasses ensure unmatched comfort." By Paul Norman (cyclingnews.com via uksport.news) (Image credit: Scicon) - 3
Bike Check: Connor Swift’s gravel race-winning Pinarello Grevil F "The Ineos Grenadiers rider secured an impressive solo victory at his first ever gravel race." By Suvi Loponen (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) - 3
Why Are We Paying For This? "Events are back in a big way, post-pandemic, and after a few years of finding our own way around the world on our bicycles, it’s worth asking, “Why exactly are we paying to ride our bikes?" By Emlyn Lewis (cyclingindependent.com) (Image Credit not Found) - 3
Selle Anatomica Leather Slotted Saddle Review "It truly was comfortable right from the start. I didn’t feel the need to start rubbing the leather with the Proofide dressing that’s needed to soften the Brooks." By Stan Purdum (roadbikerider.com) (Image Credit not Found) - 3
Shimano Preps for Unbound w/ Flint Hills Edition RX6 & RX8 Gravel Shoes "What’s in Kansas, the so-called Wheat State? I’m from there, and I’m here to tell you: not much. Except for Unbound Gravel, and wide-open skies." Sam Anderson (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) - 3
Electric bikes for everyone - Breaking down the myths "Many people believe that riding an eBike doesn’t provide a workout. This is a myth." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) - 3
Argentina testing Obree-inspired track bike for 2024 Olympics "Toot Racing analyses rider and bike as "digital twins." By Stan Portus (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found) - 3
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