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One
August 24,
2023
News, Blogs, Misc.
-1- Joshua Tarling wins Renewi Tour time-trial in dominant fashion to move into overall lead of the race "Wellens and Lampaert round out ITT podium and jump to 2-3 in overall." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Photo: Bas Czerwinski/Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) On the move: Analyzing the biggest transfers in men’s professional cycling for 2024 "The movers and shakers who are changing things up for the season ahead." Words: Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) (Image Credit ZW-Photography) Paid Subscription Articles
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Stage
2 (Sluis → Sluis,
13.6km ITT).
Live
video starts Thursday at 15:15pm Central Europe, 9:15am U.S.
Eastern, 6:15am Pacific.
The race will be shown on GCN+ starting at 6:15am Pacific." (cycling.today) Powered by La
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Stage
5 (La Tour-de-Salvagny →
Lac d'Aiguebelette, 141km).
Video
starts Thursday at 12:15pm Central Europe, 6:15am U.S.
Eastern, 3:15am Pacific
The race will be shown on GCN+ starting at 3:15am Pacific." (cycling.today) Powered by La
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Column Two
August 24,
2023
Podcasts
-2- Alison Jackson on how winning Paris Roubaix changed her life: ‘It’s been absolutely wild’ "The Canadian wants to create a human connection through her videos on social media and inspire others." By Sadhbh O'Shea (velonews.com via uksport.news) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images) 'This year has been tough for everyone': organizer says 2023 Tour of Britain 'very unlikely' to get title sponsor "Race will go ahead next weekend without naming partner." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Will Palmer/SWpix) The Deerfield Dirt Road Randonnée (D2R2) "First run in 2005, long before gravel was a thing, this event is still respected as one of the best in the country. This year was no exception. " By Rob Vandermark (cyclingindependent.com) (Image Credit not Found) Paid Subscription Articles
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-2- "2023
Tour of Scandinavia - Battle of the North Denmark, Sweden,
Norway August 23-27
Stage 2 (Vikersund →
Norefjell, 150.5km).
Live
video Thursday from 4:00pm CET, (10:00am U.S. Eastern),
7:00am Pacific.
The race will be shown on GCN+ starting at 7:00am Pacific."
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Stage
3b (La Roche-Posay →
La Roche-Posay, (22.1km ITT).
Live
video Thursday from 2:00pm CET, (8:00am U.S. Eastern),
5:00am Pacific."
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Three
August 24,
2023
Deutschland Tour: Two in a row for Soudal Quick Step as Van Wilder wins stage 1 "Großschartner second, Sivakov third as three-rider break succeeds in Merzig." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Under-23 Paris Roubaix winner rushed to hospital after training crash "Lotto Dstny send thoughts and prayers to 22-year-old and ask people to respect privacy." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Vuelta Favorites: Evenepoel, Vingegaard, Roglič… Or? "Who win win the 2023 Vuelta a España." By Alastair Hamilton (pezcyclingnews.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Is 750d the future of gravel biking? Or are the prototype Moots/WTB wheels just some clever brand marketing? "With 700c and 650b being the gravel bike wheel standard. Would we even need another wheel size?" By Paul Brett (bikeperfect.com) (Image credit: Paul Brett) Kask Elemento helmet "Great helmet, but the price tag is a serious hurdle." By Jamie Williams (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Crankbrothers F11 multi-tool review - Metal encased multi-tool "Neatly packaged and durable multi-tool with your basic trail side repair functionality and tubeless tire plugging abilities." (Image credit: Graham Cottingham) By Graham Cottingham (bikeperfect.com) Stage
1 (Sankt Wendel →
Merzig, 179km).
Live
video Thursday from 3:05pm CET (9:05am U.S. Eastern), 6:05am
Pacific.
The race will be shown on GCN+ at 6:05am Pacific."
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Column
One
August 23,
2023
News, Blogs, Misc.
-1- Renewi Tour: Jasper Philipsen takes commanding win on stage 1 "Tim Merlier and Olav Kooij go 2-3 ahead of Arnaud De Lie in Ardooie." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Fabio Christen takes thrilling stage win at the Tour de l'Avenir with heartbreak for Mexico's Isaac Del Toro "Fabio Christen has taken victory in a thrilling finale to stage 4 of the 2023 Tour de l'Avenir, denying Isaac Del Toro in the final few hundred meters." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (screenshot) The hardest climbs of the Vuelta a España 2023 "The 78th edition of the Spanish Grand Tour is certainly for those who excel in uphill terrain." Words: India Paine (rouleur.cc) (Image credit: Getty Images) Vuelta Route Preview: From Barcelona to Madrid with a Lot of Climbing! "Philippe Gilbert in 2012" By Alastair Hamilton (pezcyclingnews.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Here's why I won't be upgrading to the Specialized Tarmac SL8 "Is Specialized's new "one bike to rule them all" a significant upgrade over its predecessor, the Tarmac SL7? I've been putting the miles in on both and have just about made up my mind." By Jamie Williams (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Lidl Trek’s Vuelta a España social media game deserves an A+ "The WorldTour team creatively unveiled its roster for the upcoming race." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Lidl Trek/Twitter Paid Subscription Articles
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-1-
Stage
4 (Aigurande →
Evaux-les-Bains, 149km).
Video
starts Wednesday at 3:00pm Central Europe, 9:00am U.S.
Eastern, 6:00am Pacific
The race will be shown on GCN+ starting at 5:00am Pacific." (cycling.today) Powered by La
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Stage
1 (Blankenberge →
Ardooie, 182.9km).
Live
video starts Wednesday at 15:00pm Central Europe, 9:00am
U.S. Eastern, 6:00am Pacific.
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Column Two
August 23,
2023
Tour of Scandinavia: Lorena Wiebes catches Cecilie Uttrup Ludwig on the line to win stage 1 "Elisa Balsamo takes second, Uttrup Ludwig hangs on for third in Halden." (teamsdworx.com) (Image Credit not Found) Why we will likely never know which rider Richard Freeman ordered doping products for "With no evidence and limited investigative powers, it seems unlikely any riders will ever be exposed." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com) Isabella and Ava Holmgren to ride for WorldTour team Lidl Trek "Orillia twins to ride in big leagues in 2024." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Connor Gregory Could 750d be the new standard? Prototype WTB tires and wheels trial larger gravel wheel size "Just when you thought it was safe, WTB and Moots collaborated on a fresh 750d wheel size standard." By Tom Wieckowski (cyclingnews.com via uksport.news) (Image credit: Moots ) Pinarello X3 105 Di2 2023 "Very comfortable for a stiff road bike, but deserves lighter wheels and tires - especially for the money." By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Tacx Neo Bike - Next Level Indoor Training "Dutch indoor cycling specialists Tacx has a wide range of pain-cave-ready solutions, including the the Neo Bike and Neo Bike Plus." Partner Content (bicycling.co.za) (Photo: Ray Maker) Paid Subscription Articles
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 Factor O2 VAM review: The lightweight
sharpshooter gets an aero boost"Factor has focused on aerodynamic and stiffness improvements to create a bike that can be fully kitted out and hit the UCI weight limit." velo/outside
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-2- Stage
2 (Aulnay de Saintonge →
Bressuire, 187.3km).
Live
video Wednesday from 2:00pm CET, (8:00am U.S. Eastern),
5:00am Pacific."
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"2023
Tour of Scandinavia - Battle of the North Denmark, Sweden,
Norway August 23-27
Stage 1 Mysen → Halden, 124.6km).
Live
video Wednesday from 4:00pm CET, (10:00am U.S. Eastern),
7:00am Pacific.
The race will be shown on GCN+ starting at 7:00am Pacific."
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Column
Three
August 23,
2023
Videos
-3- Deutschland Tour: Ethan Vernon wins prologue "British rider beats Mads Pedersen by a single second." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found via cyclingnews.com) The rise of the cycling multi-disciplinarian "The biggest cycling names now participate across disciplines but what does this new breed of rider mean for the future of the off-road side of our sport?" (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) A family affair: Linda Jacobsson on tackling some of cycling's toughest climbs with her baby in tow "Linda Jacobsson and her husband Marcus Svensson spent six months traveling around Europe with Julia, their six-month old baby, visiting cycling's most famous spots." Words: India Paine (rouleur.cc) Photos: Linda Jacobsson 'It's not meant to be illegal, that's just how it is' - Alleycat racer speaks about the culture behind fixed city racing "The underground bike races have attracted attention this past week, so we spoke to someone who takes part." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Mark Cavendish: Never Enough "I like a good sports documentary. Sports themselves, I always contend, are just extended, character-driven narratives." By Emlyn Lewis (cyclingindependent.com) (Image Credit not Found) People are unironically telling Tom Pidcock he’s being unsafe while on vacation "The rider got flak for an Instagram post." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Tom Pidcock/Instagram Pactimo works with Maui artist on apparel to benefit wildfire victims "Pactimo is working with Maui artist Welzie to create a Love Maui Love Collection of jerseys and running shirts, with sales proceeds dedicated to supporting those devastated by the recent Maui fires." (bicycleretailer.com) Photo: Pactimo 3 things we’re excited to see at the most exciting bike show of the year "With 200 builders and brands on display, the inaugural MADE handmade bike show is the talk of the industry." By Anne-Marije Rook (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Anne-Marije Rook) Adidas SP0057 Sunglasses Review: Versatile, Protective Eye Coverage "After testing several pairs of sunglasses, I find myself opting to wear them on almost all my rides." By Steve Fisher (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) Prologue
(Sankt Wendel → Sankt Wendel, 2.3km).
Live
video Wednesday from 4:05pm CET (10:05am U.S. Eastern),
7:05am Pacific.
The race will be shown on GCN+ at 7:05am Pacific."
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Column
One
August 22,
2023
News, Blogs, Misc.
-1- Denmark wins stage 3 team time-trial at the Tour de l'Avenir "Denmark has taken the stage win on the stage 3 team time-trial at the 2023 Tour de l'Avenir although the time gaps perhaps weren't as potentially race-defining as had been expected." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (screenshot) 'It's just humiliating' - Eurosport's lead cycling presenter Orla Chennaoui opens up about sexual assault at work "Chennaoui referred to 'a constant power play' and said that, when asked why he felt it was ok to grope her, one senior member of management said 'because she was there." By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan (Image credit: Getty Images) Is it time to swap the dates of the Giro and Vuelta? "After another year of extreme weather wreaking havoc with the Giro d’Italia, Felix Lowe wonders if a solution could be found in switching slots with La Vuelta." By Felix Lowe (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found) Alison Jackson signs with ‘new’ EF Cannondale team "Alison Jackson will be swapping her EF Education TIBCO SVB kit for…an EF Cannondale outfit in 2023." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Paid Subscription Articles
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-1-
Stage
3
(Issoudun → Vatan,
21km TTT).
Video
starts Tuesday at 3:00pm Central Europe, 9:00am U.S.
Eastern, 6:00am Pacific
The race will be shown on GCN+ starting at 6:00am Pacific." (cycling.today) Powered by La
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Column Two
August 22,
2023
Women's Tour of Scandinavia 2023 - route, contenders and predictions "The next stage race in the Women’s WorldTour skirts through Denmark and Norway." Words: Amy Jones (rouleur.cc) Photos: Kenneth Asbjørnsen/Eventfotografene Eddie Dunbar confirmed as Vuelta GC leader for Jayco AlUla "While Sam Bennett (Bora Hansgrohe) has not been selected by his team for La Vuelta, Eddie Dunbar has been named as general classification leader for the race by his Team Jayco AlUla squad." (stickybottle.com) (Photo: Luca Bettini-Cor Vos) Introducing Cycling Rebellion, Extinction Rebellion's two-wheeled cousin "The nascent group aims to push for more cycling infrastructure." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com)(Image credit: Cycling Rebellion) Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport R "Impressive grip and overall performance - for a lot less than some of the competition." By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Meet the New Santa Cruz Skitch eBike w/ flat or dropbar builds "At a claimed weight of only 30lbs, the new Skitch eBike is said to be fast and nimble. The powerful and light Fazua Ride 60 Motor provides enough power to get up to 28mph." By Ron Frazelle (bikerumor.com)Photo c. Santa Cruz Bicycles Paid Subscription Articles
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-2- Stage1
(Confolens →
Matha, 195.2km).
Live
video from 2:00pm CET, (8:00am U.S. Eastern), 5:00am
Pacific."
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Column
Three
August 22,
2023
Videos
-3- Toon Aerts sends ‘big and heartfelt middle finger’ to UCI after doping suspension "29-year-old handed two-year ban last week after failing to prove innocence." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Apple Adds Cycling Power Meter Recording to Fitness+ Workouts "Apple has quietly added power meter and cadence data to your completed workout data in Apple’s Fitness+ cycling workouts, which is their coached platform where trainers iterate through structured workouts." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker) Lotto Dstny sports director Allan Davis fired after sending "inappropriate" messages to women "The former professional rider apologized for "inappropriate" behavior when it emerged he had sent unwanted messages and photos to women." By Dan Alexander (road.cc) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images) Don’t Call it a Throwback: Framework Bicycles is Making Waves in Carbon and Aluminum "Framework Bicycles presents a clean modern aesthetic while evoking manufacturing techniques reminiscent of the first carbon bikes." By: Morgan Taylor (theradavist.com) photo morgan taylor The Best Flat Pedals For Bikepacking, Touring and Commuting "Thinner flat pedals are often preferred because they offer a lower stack height." By Chris van der Kaap (cyclingabout.com) Leap Components Print Alt AXS Shifters, Blip Buttons & Derailleur Bushing Kits "Leap Components is manufacturing some neat aftermarket alternatives for AXS Shifters, AXS Dropper Remotes, Wireless Blips and AXS Battery Mounts out of their facility in the Netherlands." By Jessie-May Morgan (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) New Crankbrothers F-Series Multi Tools Include Compact Tire Plug Kit "The F-Series tools are meant to be the perfect multi-tool for riders with tubeless tires." By Ron Frazelle (bikerumor.com) Photo c. Crankbrothers Driven seeks crowdfunding for fully-enclosed Orbit Drive eBike system "Innovative design that’s completely hidden away from the elements grew out of CeramicSpeed’s chainless drivetrain concept." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (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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