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Column One
August 3 2023
Doug Report Cycling Daily





Tour de Pologne: Mohoric saves lead as Cattaneo wins stage 6 time trial

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"Slovenian and Almeida neck and neck ahead of final stage."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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UCI announces new Women’s ProTeam division

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"Women’s cycling will see big changes starting in 2025. A new division for professional cycling teams will be introduced, so as a result ProTeams will make their debut."
By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (photo: cyclinguptodate.com)
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Sodium bicarbonate supplements are all the rage in pro cycling - But what happened when I underwent a bicarb trial?

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"I took part in an independent trial of the Maurten Bicarb System used by Team Jumbo Visma."
By Jack Evans (bikeradar.com) Photo: Chris Teagles
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The 2023 Tour de France Femmes review: SD Worx domination, Annemiek van Vleuten’s farewell, Fenix Deceuninck’s attacking and start to finish stage coverage please

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"The 2023 Tour de France Femmes was bookended by SD Worx in yellow and featured phenomenal racing from Fenix Deceuninck."
By Robyn Davidson (cyclist.co.uk) A.S.O. Charly Lopez
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2023 ENVE Builder Round Up: Hot Bikes from Sycip, Sanitas, Mosaic, & Ritte

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"This frame features full 3/2.5 Aerospace titanium construction from tubing that is all milled here in the United States."
By JOM (gravelcyclist.com) photo: sanitasbikes.com
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Easton EA90 SL stem

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"Clean-looking lightweight aluminium stem with titanium bolts, but at a price to make you wince."
By Matt Page (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
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New Propain Ekano 2 AL in review - Un-heavy Metal

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"The new Propain Ekano 2 AL is the long-awaited successor to the Ekano eMTB. The latest iteration now also features the signature PRO10 rear linkage and even more travel."
Simon Kohler (ebike-mtb.com) (Manufacturer’s website)
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2023 Tour de Pologne Live Video Feed

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"Tour de Pologne 2023 stage 6 (Katowice
Katowice, 16.6km).

Thursday, August 3rd, video starts at 1:45pm Central Europe, 7:45am U.S. Eastern, 4:45am Pacific.

The race will be shown on FloBikes starting at 4:15am Pacific."

(cycling.today) (Credits not Found)
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Column Two
August 3, 2023
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Massage therapist charged with rape, indecent assault for alleged incidents at USA Cycling camp

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"David S. Rose, 38, of San Antonio is accused of molesting three teenage girls while working as a massage therapist for USA Cycling at a five-day training camp."
By James Pentland (gazettenet.com) Gazette File Photo
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Vuelta a España 2023: Stage-by-stage preview and everything we know so far

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"All we know so far about the 2023 Vuelta a España, which is somehow set to be the most exciting Grand Tour of the year."
By Will Strickson (cyclist.co.uk)Unipublic Charly Lopez
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Worlds: Men’s Road Race: Another Rainbow for Remco?

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"Who will win the Worlds?"
By Alastair Hamilton (pezcyclingnews.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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Thursday Shorts

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"The Glasgow super world championships start today with all disciplines united together, all at the same time and with this a reunited UCI shorts piece."
(inrng.com) (Image credit: ASO)
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Policeman, truck driver, hotel maintenance man: The Cape Verde team with a World Champs wildcard

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"Arriving in the UK with no bikes or kit, and with little backing from their federation, the African island nation’s riders are embracing the chaos of their first shot at a rainbow jersey."
By Graham Willgoss (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)
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Glasgow World Championships hit with strike disruption

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"Workers at the Sir Chris Hoy velodrome and at parking facilities in the city walk out in a dispute over pay."
By Vern Pitt (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: OLI SCARFF / Getty)
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Crash puts Great Britain men's team pursuit squad out of Worlds in qualifying

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"Charlie Tanfield's injuries meant he was unable to re-start the qualifying run."
By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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The physiological benefits of cycling - Whatever your ability

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"Occasional cyclist or pseudo-professional, our favorite sport and activity will forge a stronger, leaner, happier you. Let’s lift the anatomical bonnet."
Words: James Witts (rouleur.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
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Rafferty on Ireland's emerging new generation and his "emotional" big move

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"After a huge month in the fledgling career of Darren Rafferty, the young Irishman is now turning his thoughts to the UCI World Road Championships in Glasgow and then taking the step up into the World Tour with EF Education EasyPost."
(stickybottle.com) (Credits not Found)
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Buyer’s guide: Best women’s bike saddles 2023, reviewed by women

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"How to choose the right women’s saddle and the best women's saddles on the market."
By Emma Cole (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)
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Column Three
August 3, 2023
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Chloé Dygert bounces back to win first world title since horrific crash

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"The journey has been very tough,' says American in Glasgow."
By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Nils Politt Signs with UAE Team Emirates

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"Nils Politt leaves Bora Hansgrohe to compete for UAE Team Emirates"
(roadcycling.com) (Image credit: ASO)
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Esra Tromp announced as manager for new EF Education Cannondale team

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"Esra Tromp is taking on the role of general director for EF Education Cannondale, EF Education EasyPost’s new women’s team. Before this, she managed Jumbo Visma’s women’s team until May this year."
By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) photo: efprocycling.com
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'Fan photos have quadrupled' - Has Netflix's Tour de France: Unchained made riders more popular?

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"The show's stars have seen their profiles boosted by the new documentary."
(Image credit: Getty Images)
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4iiii Adds Apple Find My Feature to Power Meters: Hands-On

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"4iiii has become the first power meter company to add Apple’s Find My support to their devices."
By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
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Track worlds - What’s next for bike design?

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"One of the first hints of some major design changes for bikes that are likely to be used at the Paris Olympics next year came from the collaboration between Lotus and Hope at the end of July."
By Rob Arnold (ridemedia.com.au)
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The Speedmax CFR Track is Canyon’s fastest bike - And its most expensive at €20,000

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"The fastest track bike in the world” to make its racing debut at the 2023 World Championships in Glasgow"
By Jack Luke (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Micromobility.com bids to take over VanMoof after bankruptcy

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"The Dutch eBike brand was declared bankrupt on July 17."
By Rebecca Morley (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo by George Hill
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California 'eBike license' law in the pipeline

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"Proposed legislation will also effect a blanket ban on under-12s riding eBikes"
By Richard Peace (electricbikereport.com) Photo by Tower eBikes
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Column One
August 2, 2023
Doug Report Cycling Daily





Marijn van den Berg edges Mohoric and Almeida for stage 5 victory at the Tour de Pologne

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"Mohoric retains race lead on rising finish."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Dario Belingheri/Getty Images via cyclingnews.com
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TV motorbike crashes into fans at the Tour de Pologne with four people hospitalized

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"Crazy scenes in the finale of stage 5 at the 2023 Tour de Pologne as a TV motorbike crashed into supporters on the roadside. Although it wasn't viewable on screen, post-stage accounts have now come to light."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com)  (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingmagazine.ca)
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Club cyclist, leading heart surgeon, dies on cycling trip in France

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"He had just ridden a six-day tour of the Alps, from Geneva to Nice, with some club mates when he died in his sleep in Nice on completion of the trip."
(stickybottle.com) (Photo: Bray Wheelers)
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The 2023 Cycling World Championship mega event starts tomorrow with 13 events spread over 11 days across Scotland

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"Here is how to grab last minute tickets for the downhill MTB and XC events and all the global options for TV and live stream viewing."
(Image credit: Paul Brett)
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5 ways a Tour de France pro bike is different from yours

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"The pros get handed thousands of dollars of kit, but is this dream scenario as good as it seems?"
By Liam Cahill (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Are gravel bikes good for commuting?

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"They can offer more comfort, better capability and ample storage options."
By Lance Branquinho (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
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2023 Tour de Pologne Live Video Feed

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"Tour de Pologne 2023 stage 5 (Pszczyna
Bielsko-Biala, 198.8km).

Wednesday, August 2nd, video starts at 12:05pm Central Europe, 6:05am U.S. Eastern, 3:05am Pacific.

The race will be shown on FloBikes starting at 2:35am Pacific."

(cycling.today) (Credits not Found)
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Column Two
August 2, 2023
Doug Report Cycling Daily





Michael Storer solos to stunning stage win and secures overall victory at the Tour de l'Ain

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"Kenny Elissonde goes second on stage and moves to second overall on GC."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com)  (Image credit: Luc Claessen/Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Biniam Girmay reportedly refused UK visa, as Eritrean star pulls out of Glasgow world championships citing injury

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"Reports suggest that the 23-year-old and three teammates have been denied visas, just hours before Girmay cited a crash at the Clasica San Sebastián last weekend as the reason for his withdrawal."
By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (Photo by Zac Williams/SWpix.com)
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Katie Archibald's guide to Glasgow ahead of the super World Championships

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"The World and Olympic track star takes you through the best places to ride, eat and visit during your World Championship stay."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Andy McCandlish / Future)
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Simone Boilard joins Uno-X Pro Cycling Team for 2024

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"Canadian signs with Norwegian WorldTeam for two seasons."
By Rob Sturney (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Kevin Mackinnon
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Best endurance road bikes 2023 ridden and reviewed

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"The best endurance road bikes let you cover long distances without sacrificing too much speed – here are our favorites"
By Paul Norman (cyclist.co.uk)
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Moots Takes Aim at Gravel Race Scene w/ New Routt CRD, Teases MOD Carbon Components

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"Moots' newest gravel bike features MOD carbon components, or 'Moots Own Design"
By Ron Frazelle (bikerumor.com) Photo c. Moots Cycles
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Muc-Off Helmet Care Kit

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"Decent value kit for caring for your helmet or glasses, but some of the products are better than others."
By Hollis Jones (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
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2023 Tour de l'Ain Live

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"2023 Tour de l'Ain July 31-August 2, France.

Stage 3 Wednesday (Oyonnax Lélex Monts-Jura, 137km).

Live video from 12:00pm CET, (6:00am U.S. Eastern), 3:00am Pacific.

The race will be shown on GCN+ starting at 5:00am Pacific."

(cyclingfans.com) (procyclingstats.com)
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Column Three
August 2, 2023
Doug Report Cycling Daily





Australian cyclist Robert Stannard out of world championships after suspension for doping violation

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"Australian Robert Stannard, 24, has been provisionally suspended by the world's governing body for cycling for a violation in 2018."
(sbs.com.au) Credit: Team Bike Exchange
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Former British Cycling and Team Sky doctor Richard Freeman facing doping ban after declining to defend himself against charges

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"His decision now leaves the panel free to press ahead with a ruling that could cast a serious shadow over the success of both British Cycling and Team Sky in the 2010s."
By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (picture credit Team Sky)
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UAE Team Emirates Signs Pavel Sivakov

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"UAE Team Emirates earlier today announced it has signed Pavel Sivakov. Frenchman Pavel Sivakov will ride for UAE Team Emirates starting from the 2024 season and through 2026."
(roadcycling.com) (Credits not Found)
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Ultra-distance Transcontinental Race across Europe won by Christoph Strasser

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"The Austrian rode nearly 4,000km in eight-and-a-half days."
By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Transcontinental Race)
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Race Wrap: Clásica San Sebastián - Royal Remco!

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"Remco Evenepoel won his third edition of the one-day Clásica San Sebastián (or Donostia Klasikoa in the local Basque language) in San Sebastiá, deep in the mountainous and picturesque Spanish Basque Country."
By Spencer Martin (pezcyclingnews.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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"We did exactly what we wanted" - Michael Storer delighted to take second career Tour de l'Ain GC victory

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"For the second time in his career, Michael Storer has been crowned the overall winner of the Tour de l'Ain after a stunning solo win on stage 3 saw the Australian grab control of the general classification."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Merida Reacto 7000

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"Real-world aero benefits, a great ride quality and a respectable price."
By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
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2023 ENVE Builder Round Up: Hot bikes from Bridge, Horse, Breadwinner, & Bordure

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"Based on made-in-house steel forks, this new custom-only version of the A-Road absolutely sings with 32-38mm road tires on carbon wheels like the ENVE SES 4.5. "
By JOM (gravelcyclist.com) photo: breadwinnercycles.com
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DJI Osmo Action 4 camera takes on GoPro with new larger image sensor

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"Improved action camera gets array of imaging system upgrades to offer pro-grade footage."
By Tom Law (bikeradar.com)
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Column One
August 1 2023
Doug Report Cycling Daily





Tour de Pologne: Olav Kooij wins stage 4 sprint in Opole

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"Marijn van den Berg second and Matteo Moschetti third on flat stage."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Dario Belingheri/Getty Images via cyclingnews.com
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Dicing with disaster: Inside the Tour de France Femmes on a race motorbike

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"Having never been on a motorbike before, Rouleur’s Rachel Jary was invited to spend a day following the Tour de France Femmes. She said yes, but was unprepared for the chaos that came with it."
Words: Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
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Torque About Tools - From Feedback’s new torque wrench to an anodized £90 piston press

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"Your August workshop tool fix."
By Oscar Huckle (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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2023 Tour de Pologne Live Video Feed

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"Tour de Pologne 2023 stage 4 (Strzelin
Opole, 199.1km).

Tuesday, August 1st, video starts at 12:05pm Central Europe, 6:05am U.S. Eastern, 3:05am Pacific.

The race will be shown on FloBikes starting at 3:10am Pacific."

(cycling.today) (Credits not Found)
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Column Two
August 1, 2023
Doug Report Cycling Daily





Tour de l'Ain: Cepeda beats Storer in crash-marred stage 2 finale

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"Ecuadorian carries four-second lead into final day."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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The history of the World Championships rainbow jersey

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"Despite an initially lukewarm reception, the World Champion’s jersey is now one of the most sought-after prizes in road cycling."
By Giles Belbin (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)
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4iiii creates world's first power meter featuring Apple's Find My technology

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"Will this collaboration help to keep your bike safe? 4iiii launches Precision 3+ power meter with Find My technology built-in plus an app for Apple Watch."
By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
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2023 Tour de l'Ain Live

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"2023 Tour de l'Ain July 31-August 2, France.

Stage 2 Tuesday (Saint-Vulbas Lagnieu, 124km).

Live video from 2:00pm CET, (8:00am U.S. Eastern), 5:00am Pacific.

The race will be shown on GCN+ starting at 5:-0am Pacific."

(cyclingfans.com) (procyclingstats.com)
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Column Three
August 1, 2023
Doug Report Cycling Daily





Démare leaves Groupama FDJ immediately after dispute with Madiot

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"Arnaud Démare has completed a mid-season transfer from Groupama FDJ to Arkéa Samsic immediately the transfer windowed opened today."
(stickybottle.com) (Credits not Found)
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UCI Team Promotion-Relegation Review

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"With the Tour de France done, a chance to look at the team rankings. The situation’s urgent for the women with relegation and promotion at stake at the end of the season, less so for the men but equally important as a slow start in the first year can see a team struggle."
(inrng.com) (Image credit: ASO)
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Durability in Cycling

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"Can you improve your performance by slowing down less?"
By Stephen Cheung (pezcyclingnews.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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Brutal three car pile-up at Tour of Poland after bike change

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"Absolute chaos after routine mechanical."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Tygodnik NIE @TygodnikNIE
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Check out the Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL7 that Demi Vollering rode to Tour de France Femmes victory

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"Dutch rider took the race away from her rivals with a powerful display on the Tourmalet."
By Mat Brett (road.cc)pics: @tornanti_cc
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Fizik Antares saddle product review

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"There is a huge variety of cycling saddles in the modern market. After years of riding familiar shapes, it’s time to consider some other options."
Rob Arnold (ridemedia.com.au) (Image Credit not Found)
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