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Newly uncovered DNA evidence links Kaitlin Armstrong to Moriah Wilson’s murder Froome changes bike positions "by centimeters" after "oversight" caused errors Johan Museeuw: Wout van Aert lacks Mathieu van der Poel's killer instinct Dramatic footage of the close call captured by cyclists Column
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France win team relay at 2023 European Cyclocross Championships "Great Britain takes silver and Belgium bronze." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: European Cycling Union via cyclingnews.com) Shimano allegedly hit by massive ransomware attack threatening to release confidential data "The ransomware attackers claim to be in possession of 4.5TB of data belonging to the Japanese components giant, including information including factory inspection results, lab tests and financial documents." By Adwitiya Pal (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Suspension, motors and hub gears: Gravel trends from Rouleur Live "There was some hot tech on display, including a new gravel e-bike from 3T." Alex Hunt (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: © GCN/ Rouleur Live Updates From the CDT Part 4: Resistance and Enchantment Through the Final Miles "What does it mean to ride the 3,300-mile spine of the Continental Divide, from the Canadian to Mexican border across the United States? Very few people can say, but Kurt Refsnider can now count himself among them." By: Kurt Refsnider (theradavist.com) (Image Credit not Found) Dorky overshoes, a £90 computer mount, the perfect tap set for bike mechanics and stinky old Five Tens resoled "The very best cycling tech to land at BikeRadar HQ this week." By Jack Luke (bikeradar.com) Photo: Scott Windsor / Our Media Why the new Lotus electric bike costs almost $25,000 "It’s hard to roll out a 9.8 kg (21.6 pounds) electric bike without getting creative." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Ribble x Vic Lee urban eBike "Ribble showcased a very special-looking urban eBike hand-painted by award-winning ‘inkist’ Vic Lee at this year's Rouleur Live bike show in London." By Suvi Loponen (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) What’s the best tailwind? - Difference between hub motors and mid-mounted motors on eRoad bikes "Who doesn’t love a bit of tailwind? A new generation of eRoad and eGravel bikes is just establishing itself on the market - and there are big differences in function, performance and price." Rudolf Fischer (granfondo-cycling.com) Paid Subscription
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Extreme weather wrecks Cyclocross European Championships' schedule - No racing this Saturday "A new schedule to the cyclocross European Championships will be announced." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) Another Cycling Reform Project Gets the Rumors Going; What is EY Up to In Pro Cycling? Quintana Returns; Looking Back at the Glasgow Worlds "Thoughts from The Outer Line." By Guest Post (pezcyclingnews.com) (Photos: Cor Vos) Tadej Pogačar: Primož Roglič brings Bora Hansgrohe to the level of Jumbo and UAE "Slovenian talks his 2024 ambitions, the evolution of Juan Ayuso and his friendly rivalry with Mathieu van der Poel." George Poole (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © Photo: ASO (Danial Hakim) Spin Cycle: It’s a Mad(ouas) world "All around me are familiar faces, worn-out faces. Going nowhere, going nowhere." By Jonny Long (escapecollective.com) Photography by Patrick Garland Gear Break: Bookman Volume Light, Pactimo Summit SL Baselayer, Ready To Ride Update on Wahoo ELEMNT, MET Trenta 3K Carbon Tadej Pogačar Helmet, The Ribble Edit & Space-Saving Storage by Urban Wood Systems "What's new on the cycling market?" (pezcyclingnews.com) (Credits not Found) I raced a Raleigh Chopper against elite climbers in the UK "I raced the iconic Raleigh Chopper Mk4 against some of the best climbers in the UK." By Joe Baker (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future (Sam Gupta)) State 4130 All-Road Raw affordable steel gravel bike "State Bicycle Co. gives their popular and affordable steel 4130 All-Road gravel bike a killer new no-finish, finish update - exposing the Raw steel of their frame and fork." By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) (Photos/State Bicycle Co.) Honda becomes latest automotive manufacturer to debut an electric bike concept "Electric mountain bike concept debuted at Japanese Mobility Show." By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc) Image by Honda Paid Subscription
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Newly uncovered DNA evidence links Kaitlin Armstrong to Moriah Wilson’s murder "Bombshell dropped by prosecution during Day 2 of murder." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) B sample confirms Jumbo Visma's Michel Hessmann took prohibited substance "German rider faces a ban from cycling and even criminal prosecution." George Poole (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Velo Collection (TDW) / Getty Images Analysis: United States sweeps Colombia in the UCI 2023 rankings as top American nation "We take a look at the top Americans in the UCI ranking in 2023. Overall, the USA is 10th with 9702 points and Colombia is 13th with 6256." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) Melon Optics Alleycat Photochromic glasses "A great pair of photochromic lenses in a pick-and-mix range of colors." Patrick Joscelyne (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) In The Drops: Feedback Sports Range Click torque wrench, Apidura Expedition bags, Albion Ultra jersey, GripGrab AW23 kit and ‘Other People’s Clothes’ "Never fear, we’re here to brighten up your Friday with some highlights the past week and a few items we’ve been loving recently." By Charlotte Head (cyclist.co.uk) Photo: Charlotte Head Drop Bar MTB "There are some bikes that are forever bikes. For Thomas from The Bike Hub, that bike is his trusty Trek Sawyer that he converted to a Drop Bar MTB." By Thomas (theradavist.com) Birzman Razor Clam "Nifty tool perfect for eliminating that pesky brake rub." Bryn Davies (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Bike Prep for the Winter Trainer Season "Why Maintenance Matters for Indoor Riding." (silca.cc) (Credits not Found) (From
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Remco Evenepoel may start 2024 in South
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13 chances to watch Mathieu van der Poel race cross this season "Condensed calendar heavy on World Cup appearances." By Terry McKall (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Fem van Empel and Thibau Nys favorites for European Cyclocross Championships - Preview "Stormy weather threatens tough conditions as pros chase title in Pontchâteau, France." By Matilda Price (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Velo Collection (TDW) / Getty Images Dutch Headwind Cycling Championships cancelled... because it's too windy "It seems like a bad joke," one competitor said... but the event's organizers decided it would be unsafe to go ahead with an orange wind warning and "crazy, too intense" 40mph gusts." By Dan Alexander (road.cc) (@NKTegenwind) Tadej Pogacar's helmet sponsor just keeps on designing lids around his hair tuft "The Slovenian two-time Tour de France champion harnesses his hair to great effect, but what's the secret?" (cyclingabout.com) By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: MET) Ekoï C4 Limited Edition White Black Full Real Carbon Shoes "New flagship of the Ekoï pro range, this shoe has been designed for competitive road cycling. Intended for power enthusiasts looking for explosiveness." By Alastair Hamilton (pezcyclingnews.com) Photos: Alastair Hamilton String spokes and feathery disc rotors: Chris Hall’s lightweight Cervélo R5 "The endurance rider's National Hill Climb Championships 2023 bike is designed to go down hills as well as up them." By Charlotte Head (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found) Radar Roundup: Argonaut Supernaut GR3 and RM3, Cinelli Nemo Gravel, Stridsland Barnacle Fork, CDC Atelier, Extract Bottle Filter, Everyone is Entitled to Bike Joy, and Chris Akrigg - Remnants "Our Radar Roundup compiles products and videos from the ‘net in an easy-to-digest format. Read on below for today’s findings." (theradavist.com) (Credits not Found) Paid Subscription
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Opinion: Jumbo boss’s Saudi-backed revolution might just succeed where others failed "Many have failed to modernize pro cycling but perhaps big enough backing can make it happen." By Vern Pitt (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) "I will try to defend my title" - Sepp Kuss already looking forward for Vuelta return "After taking the first Grand Tour victory of his career at the Vuelta a Espana earlier this year, Sepp Kuss is already anticipating his return to Spain in 2024." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) The grim reality of bike packing - Why this trend isn't for me "Bikepacking, as it turns out, is not for everyone. Here's one cyclist's journey to hotel yearning." By Patrick Bulger (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Patrick Bulger) Deer jumps over group of riders at Gran Fondo Hincapie "These riders got more than they bargained for on the recent Gran Fondo Hincapie when a startled deer jumped over their group, clipping one of the cyclists but avoiding a crash." (stickybottle.com) (Credits not Found) Peaks Challenge: Get ready - The big ride returns in 2024 "Entries are now open for an event that brings cyclists together in a glorious location for a 235km ride you’ll never forget." Story by Rob Arnold (ridemedia.com.au) (Image Credit not Found) Lezyne Matrix Bike Tagger "Well-designed AirTag holder, but a bit obviously a tracking device." By John Stevenson (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Tubolito X-Tubo CX/Gravel "Light and supple alternative to a normal tube or tubeless but expensive and still not resistant to punctures that are fiddly." By VecchioJo (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Paid Subscription
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'Not one witness saw Kaitlin Armstrong allegedly commit this murder' - Opening statements given in Kaitlin Armstrong trial "Armstrong's defense hinges on the lack of video surveillance footage showing the murder." By Kristin Jenny, Anne-Marije Rook (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Screengrab from KXAN's livestream) Losing Our Heads at the Onguza Loskop Local Cycling Festival in Namibia "Held in Omaruru, Namibia this past July, the Onguza Loskop Local is a weekend festival with “great food, drinks & friends, with a wee bit of cycling thrown in for good measure." By: Stan Engelbrecht, Donnet Dumas, & Julian Robinet (theradavist.com) Photos: Julian Robinet, Stan Engelbrecht Transcontinental launches The Accursed Race: ‘A no-fly event’ "Race organizers, Lost Dot, will insist that riders use sustainable methods of transport to come to their event." Words: Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) Photos: Lost Dot / Samantha Saskia Dugon POC Omne Beacon Adds Integrated Light Visibility to Versatile Helmet Family "The latest evolution in POC’s ‘whole helmet’ safety concept to “give riders even more security and visibility in dark and low-light conditions, the Omne Beacon integrates a rechargeable LED rear light and additional reflective details." By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) (Photos/POC) Factor unveils Paul Smith collaboration with limited edition colorway for Ostro VAM "After Chris Froome was seen with one at the Singapore Criterium, the colorful design is now available to buy in a frameset or full build." Alex Hunt (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © Factor/ Paul Smith The Perfect Build? $13,000+ nets you the Argonaut Supernaut, made in Bend, Oregon "Custom is not for everyone. In addressing the trends and needs of the modern cyclist, Argonaut is offering a performance machine that provides a superior ride quality paired with a build that is undisputable." By JOM (gravelcyclist.com) (Image Credit not Found) Best mountain bike fenders - 5 front and rear MTB fenders, plus our buyer’s guide "Our pick of the best front and rear MTB fenders." By Finlay Anderson (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found) (From
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Thibau Nys follows in father's footsteps in winning Koppenbergcross "Son of nine-time winner Sven Nys powers away from Iserbyt, Van der Haar." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Fem van Empel claims crushing Koppenbergcross victory "World champion makes light of heavy conditions to extend winning streak." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Truck driver accused of killing Davide Rebellin requests plea bargain, in bid to halve proposed prison sentence to three years "The Italian pro’s family is firmly opposed to the deal, citing Wolfgang Rieke's previous hit-and-run and drunk driving offenses." By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (Wikimedia Commons) Lezyne Matrix Air Cage "Useful bit of extra security, and an elegant combo of cage and AirTag holder." By John Stevenson (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Paid Subscription
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Live: X2O Badkamers Trofee Oudenaarde Koppenbergcross - Wednesday November 1st 2023 - Livestream, TV Info, Results, Course Map, Start Lists and more "Elite Women - 11:50 Europe, 10:50 UK, 6:50am Eastern. Elite
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Tour de France Route Notes "Having looked at the route stage-by-stage here and here some more thoughts and notes on the 2024 Tour de France routes including an explainer on the Col de La Bonette and the Cime de la Bonette." (inrng.com) (Image credit: ASO) Ekoi AR14 Review "Ekoi has certainly gone for a “less-is-more” approach to this helmet. The padding is minimal, the straps are see-through and the whole thing feels really light. And yet, to my slight surprise, I really like the Ekoi AR14." By Pete Christensen (cycletechreview.com) Auld Photo The Lotus Type 136 is a £20,000 eRoad bike inspired by an Olympic gold-medal winning track frame "World’s lightest eBike motor’ from HPS uses Formula 1 tech." By Jack Evans (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found) Neilson Powless eager for Paris Roubaix debut: "Roubaix is such an iconic race" "Neilson Powless recently renewed with EF Education EasyPost for another four seasons." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) A disc-brake win, 1x dominance, budget weight-saving and more tech trends from the UK National Hill Climb Championships "Plus, exceptions to conventional hill climbing wisdom from the slopes of the Struggle." By Jack Evans (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found) Radar Roundup: Sour Bad Granny Limited Run, Gorewear Winter, RiG'd UltraTable, Cane Creek Coil/Air Tigon Shock, Rapha Explore Expanded, Wolf Tooth Morse Cargo Cages Reup, Master Bike Builder Show Interviews, and Downtube Shifters in 2023?! "Our Radar Roundup compiles products and videos from the ‘net in an easy-to-digest format. Read on below for today’s findings." (theradavist.com) (Credits not Found) Paid Subscription
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The Kaitlin Armstrong trial has begun "Yoga instructor accused of murdering gravel cyclist Moriah Wilson." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit Jay Janner /Austin American-Statesman via AP) Season Breakdown: Who Ruled the Peloton in 2023? "The 2023 Season Takeaways: At the end of every pro cycling season, we can count on a lively debate about who was the best rider of the year, who had the most consistent season, who took the biggest victories and so on." By Guest Post (pezcyclingnews.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Down Under Digest: Up to the big leagues "Keep up to date on all things Aussie and Kiwi cycling with our weekly round-up." Matt de Neef (escapecollective.com) (Photo by Zac Williams/SWpix.com via cyclingnews.com) Bike of the Week - Cinelli Nemo Tig Road is a pure steel dream machine "A closer look at this race-oriented blend of past and present." By Oscar Huckle (bikeradar.com) Russell Burton / Our Media Pirelli Cinturato All Road tire "Fast-rolling and durable tire for eating up gravel and tarmac." Bryn Davies (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Save $135 on this compact under-desk walking treadmill right now at Amazon "There's a huge 34% discount on the UMAY Fitness Walking Pad, with three speed settings, a built-in LED display, and a suspension system for at-home exercise." By James Frew (livescience.com) (Image credit: Amazon) FORM Adds HeadCoach Real-Time Analysis Feature: Hands-On "There are few sports tech companies that have really been as laser-focused on their niche as much as FORM has (makers of their heads-up display swim coach/goggle), doubters be damned." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker) Race
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