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2023
News, Blogs, Misc.
-1- 30-meter mattresses will be used on key Tour de France descent "Ski racing safety devices to be installed on descent of the Col de la Loze on Stage 17 as UCI launches new safety program." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Tour de France Preview "Series 110 of the Tour de France starts tomorrow so here’s a look at the overall contenders for the yellow jersey." (inrng.com) (Image credit: ASO) Tour de France Parcours: One Interesting Thing About Every Stage "Plus stage profiles... and brevity!" By Chris Fontecchio (podiumcafe.com) Photo by Gero Breloer/picture alliance via Getty Images Tour de France 2023: General classification form guide "How do the favorites compare as they finally stand shoulder to shoulder on the eve of the Tour de France?" By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images) Why are there no Jewish Riders on the Israeli Tour de France team? "When the 110th Tour de France begins on Saturday, eight cyclists will cross the starting line wearing the Star of David on their chests - but none of them is Jewish." By Louis Keene (forward.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images) Silca Terra Floor Pump "Truly excellent pump for both high volumes and high pressures, but very expensive." Iwein Dekoninck (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Paid Subscription Articles
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Column Two
June 30,
2023
Podcasts
-2- Giro d'Italia Donne: Stage 1 time trial canceled due to bad weather "Opening stage unable to be run due to torrential rain." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Dario Belingheri/Getty Images - cyclingnews.com Garmin's ClimbPro post-climb notification is driving cyclists "nuts"... so will the GPS giant change its tune? "Far from finding it flattering, some cyclists aren't happy with the merry jingle that plays on their Garmin computers whenever they reach the top of an ascent. Will Garmin answer their prayers and tone it down?" By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Gear Break: Restrap’s Tool Pouch, Thömus in the USA, The Tour de France with fizik, Bianchi Oltre RC Limited Edition, Velo Angel Revo Halo Saddle & Zwift’s Climb Portals "What's new on the cycling market?" (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) As seen in the Tour de France - Affordable* pro race bikes from Specialized, Canyon, Trek, Pinarello, Cannondale and more "Like the look of the bikes the pros are using, but can't quite justify spending five figures on one? You'll still have to save up, but here are some slightly less spendy versions that are derived from the top-of-the-range models." By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) NBC: 2023 Tour de France TV, live stream schedule "NBC Sports airs every stage of the 110th Tour de France, including live daily start-to-finish coverage on Peacock." (nbcsports.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images - cyclingnews.com) 2023 Giro d’Italia Donne Live Video Feed "2023 Giro d'Italia Donne/Giro Rosa June 30-July 9, Italy. Prologue
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June 30,
2023
Videos
-3- Who’s going to win the Tour de France? We ask road.cc’s ‘expert’ panel "Pogačar or Vingegaard? Vingegaard or Pogačar? Pogačar or Vingegaard." By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (Photo by Zac Williams/SWpix.com) Tweets of the Week: Tour de France lands in Bilbao, Lidl madness and a very young reporter "All eyes are on the Basque Country and the Tour, but that doesn't mean the social media grind stops." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) (Image credit: Getty Images) The 9 American and Canadian riders at the Tour de France 2023 "Who are the six American riders and three Canadian riders participating in the 2023 Tour de France?" By Will Strickson (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found) The Brits riding the 2023 Tour de France "There are seven British riders making their way to the Basque Country for this year’s Grand Dèpart." Words: India Paine (rouleur.cc) Photos: SWPix Cycling’s Greatest Moments: The Most Memorable Wins in the Last 10 Years "Every year, countless adrenaline-pumping races are held around the world, each with its unique occurrences and charm." (pezcyclingnews.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) In the Drops: Panaracer Agilest tires, Cyclus Tools barbecue, Enervit nutrition and becoming your own bike mechanic "Looking back at this week’s kit and content highlights." By Sam Challis (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found) Berk Lupina saddle, Bell Sanction 2 helmet, Specialized x Fjällräven shirt and Wolf Tooth Waveform pedals "Once again, we have reached the end of the working week, which means it’s time for First Look Friday." By Nick Clark (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found) Column
One
June 29,
2023
News, Blogs, Misc.
-1- Peter Sagan’s Total Energies team cancels Tour de France press conference "The Slovakian received a three-month suspended sentence." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) 2023 Tour de France bikes - Your definitive guide to what the top pro cycling teams are riding this year "Take a look at the bikes being ridden in the world's most prestigious bike race, including the secret models that haven't been launched yet." By Suvi Loponen (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Tour de France Polka Dot Contenders "Having set out two routes to the green jersey, there are also two base scenarios for winning the polka dot jersey." (inrng.com) (Image credit: ASO) Ineos Grenadiers, the Tour de France and the Geraint Thomas example "Lead Tour de France sports director Steve Cummings discusses Ineos’ plans for the 2023 race." By Alasdair Fotheringham (cyclingnews.com via uksport.news) (Image credit: Getty Images) Alpe d’Huez: Iconic Tour de France Climb "The Alpe d’Huez is not for the faint-hearted. The climb spans a rigorous 13.8 kilometers, presenting an average gradient of 8.1%." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) 'These are my roads, my fans' - Mikel Landa eyes a special Tour de France start "With this year's Tour de France starting in the Basque Country, Mikel Landa speaks to Rouleur about what this means to him." Words: James Startt (rouleur.cc) (Image Credit not Found) NBC: 2023 Tour de France TV, live stream schedule "NBC Sports airs every stage of the 110th Tour de France, including live daily start-to-finish coverage on Peacock." (nbcsports.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images - cyclingnews.com) -1-
Selle Italia Flite Boost Gravel TI 316 Superflow review - A gravel saddle that's actually tangibly good "A combination of vibration dampening, cut outs and colors tunes the hugely popular Selle Italia Flite for gravel riding." By Rachel Sokal (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Rachel Sokal) Paid Subscription Articles
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 'It's not good enough' - Lizzie Deignan
critical of Giro d'Italia Donne organization"I'm pleased that the race is still on and the future of it is in different hands next season' says Lidl Trek rider." By Kirsten Frattini  Quinn Simmons: I have 10 more watts at the
Tour de France wearing this jersey"US champion gets boost from stars and stripes, reflects on death of Gino Mäder as Tour start looms."By Daniel Ostanek  Tadej Pogačar physically unsure of start at
Tour de France but 'super good' mentally"Slovenian ready to take on Vingegaard alongside Adam Yates." By Stephen Farrand  Jonas Vingegaard: I expect Tadej Pogacar to
attack early at the Tour de France"Danish defending champion dismisses rival's mind games ahead of the Grand Départ, as Van Aert says he'll hunt stage wins." By Daniel Ostanek  Thibaut Pinot: 'I haven't fully realized
it's my last Tour de France'"People remind me but nothing changes. Perhaps the only thing that has changes is that I’m a little more motivated than other Tours I have started."By Alasdair Fotheringham  Ineos Grenadiers, the Tour de France and
the Geraint Thomas example"Lead Tour de France sports director Steve Cummings discusses Ineos’ plans for the 2023 race." By Alasdair Fotheringham  Giro d'Italia Donne 2023 - Analyzing the
contenders"Cyclingnews showcases the riders to watch in the hunt for stage wins and the maglia rosa" By Kirsten Frattini cyclingnews.com/cyclingweekly.com
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Column Two
June 29,
2023
Podcasts
-2- Giro d'Italia Donne 2023 preview - route, contenders and predictions "The 34th edition of the Giro d'Italia Donne starts this Friday in Chianciano. Can Annemiek van Vleuten defend her title, or will someone else take the pink jersey?" Words: Amy Jones (rouleur.cc) (Image Credit not Found) The American Cyclists Chasing Tour de France Glory in 2023 "Get ready to saddle up and witness the thrilling pursuit of victory as American cyclists gear up for the ultimate challenge: the Tour de France 2023." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images) NBC: 2023 Tour de France TV, live stream schedule "NBC Sports airs every stage of the 110th Tour de France, including live daily start-to-finish coverage on Peacock." (nbcsports.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images - cyclingnews.com) Guide To The 2023 Tour de France "The 110th Tour de France kicks off this Saturday in Bilbao, with 22 teams, 176 riders, 3,404 kilometers of racing, 21 stages, over 56,000 vertical meters of climbing, a scant 22 kilometers of individual time-trialing." By Patrick Redford (defector.com) L'Equipe/AFP via Getty Images 2023 Tour de France preview: Vingegaard vs Pogacar Round III on a climber’s course "Woods, Houle and Boivin ready for Saturday's start in Spain." By Rob Sturney (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Getty Images) The Ultimate Guide to the Iconic Jerseys of Tour de France "In this ultimate guide, we take you on a journey through the rich history and captivating stories behind these renowned garments." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Photo by Marco Bertorello / Getty Images) New Factor O2 VAM spotted at 2023 Tour de France "Israel Premier Tech’s Simon Clarke riding updated race bike with new Black Inc wheels." By Stan Portus (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found) Saved from the brink of decay, the resurrected Boulder Valley Velodrome is close to opening "Just in time for the run-up to the 2024 Olympics, the Boulder Valley Velodrome is one of just two Olympic standard-sized velodromes in the US." By Kristin Jenny (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Garmin Tacx NEO 2T Smart Trainer Long Term Review "Garmin recently acquired Tacx, a company with humble beginnings as a bike and repair shop turned global brand that develops innovative products for athletes around the world." By Jason Lopez (gravelcyclist.com) (Photo: Ray Maker) Column
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June 29,
2023
Videos
-3- The Favorites: Is It A Two Horse Race? "This year’s race looks to be between last year’s two top men: Jonas Vingegaard and Tadej Pogačar." By Alastair Hamilton (pezcyclingnews.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Vingegaard dismisses Pogacar 'mind games' ahead of Tour de France rematch "Defending Tour de France champion Jonas Vingegaard has dismissed the "mind games" from Tadej Pogacar as the pair prepare for battle at the top of the general classification." (sbs.com.au) (Image credit: Getty Images) Jonas Vingegaard "won last year by accident" at Tour de France - José de Cauwer "We're not going to say that Jonas Vingegaard is a better rider, are we? Just because the latter won last year by accident? Come on! Not in 1,000 years." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: THOMAS SAMSON AFP via Getty Images) Bernal emotional ahead of first Tour since life-threatening crash "Egan Bernal admitted he was a late selection in Ineos Grenadiers’ squad for the Tour de France but remains eager to repay the faith in his first Grand Tour since his life-threatening crash last year." (sbs.com.au) (Image credit: Getty Images) Tom Pidcock: Beating the likes of Pogačar and Vingegaard to a Tour de France stage would be ‘a step up’ "Ineos Grenadiers rider heads into second Tour aiming for general classification and stage wins." By Tom Thewlis (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Lotto Dstny sports director Allan Davis won’t travel to Tour de France following accusations of inappropriate behavior online "The Australian DS has been accused of sending unwanted messages and photos to women on social media, with Lotto Dstny claiming that the matter “has nothing to do” with the team." By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (Lotto Dstny) Tested: Winspace Lún Hyper R45 carbon rim brake wheels "Low weight (and price) combined with high performance." Dave Dermont (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Matt Stetson Running 1x? Wolf Tooth introduces LoneWolf Aero chainguide to avoid a dropped chain "New component has been developed with Team Jumbo Visma to prevent dropped chains in road, gravel and cyclocross riding" By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Argon 18 Dark Matter first ride - Fast or long multi-purpose gravel bike "Fun and reactive gravel bike however the already high stack numbers reduce the smart 3D+ fit system usability." By Graham Cottingham (bikeperfect.com) (Image: © Dave Sear) Reynold’s Black Label 46 Meant to be the Only Wheelset You Need "One wheel to cover most terrain is a concept that has been introduced previously, but it’s a tough one to conquer." Jordan Villella (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) Column
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June 28,
2023
News, Blogs, Misc.
-1- 3 months suspended prison sentence for Peter Sagan for drunk driving "Not so ideal preparation to the final Tour de France of his career, Peter Sagan has been in court in Monaco to find out the result of a drunk driving charge against him." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images - velo.outside.com) Tour de France Green Jersey Contenders "A look at the points competition in the Tour de France, the contenders for the green jersey and a wider preview of the sprinters." (inrng.com) (Image credit: ASO) Israel-Premier Tech debuts new jersey for Tour de France "The jersey highlights the team's partnership with Israel’s Ministry of Tourism." By William Tracy (velonews.com via uksport.news) Photo: Ekoi Paid Subscription Articles
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 Peter Sagan given suspended prison sentence
over drunk driving incident"Former World Champion also barred from driving for three months." By Alasdair Fotheringham  Chloé Dygert debuts stars and stripes
jersey in first Giro d'Italia Donne"My main focus is on preparing as best I can for the world championships' says time trial and road race US champion." By Kirsten Frattini  Debutants to watch in the Tour de France"Just because a rider hasn't raced the Tour de France before doesn't mean they come into the Tour without ambition. In 2020, Tadej Pogačar made his debut and won the race." By Laura Weislo  ‘It might be quite hard to top Alpe d'Huez’
- Tom Pidcock and the difficult second Tour de France"Briton eyes opening stage in a different kind of race for Ineos." By Barry Ryan  Gianetti says Adam Yates is UAE's Tour de
France co-leader alongside Pogacar"We really don't have any choice in the matter." By Alasdair Fotheringham  Sungod releases Tom Pidcock signature model
ahead of Tour de France"Deck of cards etching on the lens signifies Pidcock’s approach to racing." By Paul Norman  Kristen Faulkner hit by car while training
in California, sustains small knee fracture"Tour de France Femmes in doubt as Jayco Alula say Faulkner 'will be unable to race until the knee is healed." By Simone Giuliani  Tadej Pogacar: I have nothing to lose in
this year's Tour de France"Slovenian discusses his 'totally different mindset' and taking on Jonas Vingegaard." By Alasdair Fotheringham cyclingnews.com/cyclingweekly.com
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NBC: 2023 Tour de France TV, live stream schedule "NBC Sports airs every stage of the 110th Tour de France, including live daily start-to-finish coverage on Peacock." (nbcsports.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images - cyclingnews.com) Column Two
June 28,
2023
Who is Tadej Pogačar? "The two-time Tour de France champion and multiple Monument winner opens up to Rouleur in a revealing and insightful interview." Words: James Startt (rouleur.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Debutants to watch in the Tour de France "Hindley, Rodriguez, Girmay among riders expected to shine in Tour debut." By Laura Weislo (cyclingnews.com via uksport.news) (Getty Images Sport) The climbs that will decide the 2023 men’s Tour de France "The low-down on the mountain climbs that will play a big part in the 2023 Tour de France yellow jersey race." By Will Strickson (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found) TdF Route Preview: From the Basque Country to Paris! "The race depends on the riders, but you have to give the artist his canvas to paint on." By Alastair Hamilton (pezcyclingnews.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Tom Pidcock: "Descending is something I love, but someone I race with died descending and it hit home quite hard" "After the tragic death of Gino Mäder on a Tour de Suisse descent, Pidcock admits he was affected." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images - cyclingnews.com) Cadex 65 Disc Tubeless Wheels "Absolutely rapid wheels, but stiffness in all directions costs comfort." By Matt Page (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Paid Subscription Articles
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 Peter Sagan handed suspended three month
prison sentence on eve of Tour de France"Court ruling follows drunk-driving incident last month." By Shane Stokes  Tour de France unsung heroes: Jonas
Abrahamsen on gaining almost 20 kilos to go faster"The Uno-X rider is making his Tour de France debut after a tumultuous season that has been disrupted by illness and a high-speed crash." By Sadhbh O'Shea  Israel Premier Tech debuts new jersey for
Tour de France"The jersey highlights the team's partnership with Israel’s Ministry of Tourism." By William Tracy  From the yellow jersey to the lantern
rouge: The ambitions of every team in the Tour de France"Winning a stage, hitting the podium, or claiming the 'maillot jaune' are at an absolute premier every July: Here are the leaders for every team and their chances of striking Tour gold." By Andrew Hood  Americans in the Tour de France: Quality
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-3- Americans in the Tour de France: Quality over quantity as new generation takes over "Six riders across six teams all hope to make an impact with the dream of winning a Tour de France stage." By Andrew Hood (velonews.com via uksport.news) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images) Tadej Pogačar: I have nothing to lose in this year's Tour de France "Slovenian discusses his 'totally different mindset' and taking on Jonas Vingegaard." By Alasdair Fotheringham Kristen Faulkner’s Tour de France Femmes in jeopardy after being hit by motorist "American pro sustained fracture to her knee." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Kristen Faulkner/Twitter Hindley to realize 20-year Tour dream as 'Australian Cup' heats up "The "Australian Cup" will reach fever pitch at the 2023 Tour de France when Jai Hindley fulfills his childhood dream of competing in the famous race for the very first time." (sbs.com.au) (Image credit: Getty Images) Bike of the Week - Wilier’s Filante Hybrid combines Mark Cavendish’s road bike with an eBike motor "Aero-optimized bike features Mahle’s X20 hub-based motor." By Oscar Huckle (bikeradar.com) Oscar Huckle / Our Media Buyer’s guide to road bike groupsets "What's included in a groupset plus everything you need to know about Shimano, SRAM and Campagnolo, and how to choose between them." By Charlotte Head (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found) Your $1.00 monthly contribution is important and will help keep us online. Also, clicking on the advertisements would be an additional way of helping. Bahati Foundation "Support our work providing under-represented youth access to sport and play, regardless of race, gender, zip code, or socioeconomic status." (bahatifoundation.org)
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