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Former Belgian champion expresses surprise with Van Rysel bicycles: “Compared to the BMC, the bike is much lighter and more responsive” The Durango effect and the rise of USA cycling Mathieu van der Poel and Remco Evenepoel went for a bonkers hilly training ride My top 10 moments in the 2023 women’s road cycling season Column
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Tour de France 2025 Grand Départ avoids cobbles but includes punchy climbs and potential crosswinds "First three stages in Hauts-de-France revealed by the ASO, but no Paris Roubaix stage on the cards." By George Poole (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: ASO) My top 10 moments in the 2023 women’s road cycling season "The best bits from the women’s cycling season, including Alison Jackson, Demi Vollering, Lotte Kopecky and Demi Vollering again." By Robyn Davidson (cyclist.co.uk) (Photo: Gruber Images) O'Connor ambitious, but at the same time realistic: "If Vingegaard and Pogacar are at the starting line, you race for third place" "Ben O'Connor can rightly be called one of the best climbers in the peloton." By Sjoerd Valkering (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) "I think we only make each other stronger" - Shirin van Anrooij excited to restart cyclocross rivalry with Puck Pieterse and Fem van Empel "Shirin van Anrooij will make her eagerly anticipated return to cyclocross action next Saturday at Superprestige Boom. There, the always entertaining rivalry with Puck Pieterse and Fem van Empel will be renewed." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Legible) What is CAS? The Situation at Ineos; Doping Update, and Lessons; Continuing Industry Struggles; Inaugural Las Vegas Formula 1 Race "This week, THE OUTER LINE looks at the mysterious Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), what does Rod Ellingworth’s departure mean for Ineos?" By THE OUTER LINE (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) The Scrabble Test - Are team names getting longer and more complex? "If you’re a cycling commentator, things are about to get more complex in 2024. It’s going to tricky enough remembering to call 'Jumbo Visma' 'Visma Lease a Bike', and then you’ve got to remember that the long time 'Arkea Samsic' are now 'Arkea B&B Hotels'." (sicycle.wordpress.com) (Credits not Found) Best chain lubes for bikes 2023 "We round up the best chain lube for your bike and get to grips with the slippery subject of choosing a wet or dry chain lube." (cyclingweekly.com)(Image credit: Future) Paid Subscription
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The Durango effect and the rise of USA cycling "How the small American mountain town of Durango, Colorado is fast becoming a breeding ground for world-class cyclists of all disciplines." (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) ‘I finished and just wanted McDonald’s’ - Joanna Chuang on her 650km record attempt ride between Bangkok and Chiang Mai "The Taipei-based rider talks about falling in love with cycling and the difficulties that come with ultra-endurance riding." Words: Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) Photos: Pas Normal Studios Warnings are sent as Tramadol enters doping ban list into 2024 "Tramadol has been for a long time widely debated in cycling, specifically whether it is considered as doping or not." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Legible) Kristoffer Halvorsen: burst onto the scene with a bang, but left the peloton quietly through the back door "Hanging up the bike: at the end of each cycling season, it's time to see who we won't be seeing back in the peloton next year." By Sjoerd Valkering (idlprocycling.com) photo: skysports.com The fitness consumables and tech we've using this November, from SiS, Chamois Butt’r, Myoovi and more "‘Soft bakes’ as an alternative to energy bars, and some bear-shaped chewy gummies - ones which pack vitamins rather than sugar." By Anna Marie Abram (cyclingweekly.com)(Image credit: Future) CeramicSpeed’s new OSPW system for SRAM Eagle Transmission has an ‘Active Debris Remover’ "Marginal gains for SRAM's direct-mount Eagle drivetrains." By George Scott (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found) Cycling market downturn worse than expected, says Halfords "UK’s biggest bike retailer claims it is performing better than rivals despite challenging market; meanwhile, London and SE chain Balfe's Bikes posts loss." By Simon MacMichael (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Priority Current review: A solid 5-speed belt-drive electric bike that’s built to last "The Priority Current quickly became one of my favorite commuter electric bikes soon after its release, thanks in large part to its high-quality design and higher-end components all offered for a reasonable price." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Paid Subscription
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Colombian pro cyclist tests positive for EPO "Marco Tulio Suesca awaits B-sample results." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) photo: copaci.org "Win or not: he will definitely leave his mark on the proceedings. I'm convinced of that" - Christian Prudhomme responds to doubting of Remco Evenepoel's Tour de France hopes "For the first time in his career, Remco Evenepoel will contest for the Maillot Jaune at the Tour de France in 2024. Is he a serious contender for overall victory though? That is a question that has split many of cycling's experts." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Legible) Kyrgyzstan Won: The (Uncompleted) Bishkek Spectacular "Kyrgyzstan is a double-edged sword. The first time we visited back in 2018 we immediately fell prey to its charms." By: Belén Castelló & Tristan Bogaard (theradavist.com) Photos: Tristan Bogaard "In sports they don't reward seniority" - Oliver Naesen re-signs with Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale Team despite smaller contract "Officially re-signing with Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale Team for another two seasons and taking his time with the team to nine years, Oliver Naesen is by now a stalwart of the French-based outfit." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Legible) Road race bike head to head: Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL8 vs Canyon Ultimate CFR "Two speedy all-round race bike titans square off." By Ashley Quinlan (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found) Permanent vs temporary indoor cycling set-up: Which pain cave is best? "To make the most of indoor training, you’ll need to find a set-up that is easy to use and convenient." By Tom Hallam-Gravells (globalcyclingnetwork.com) A love letter to inner tubes "There's a simple beauty to this tire inflation option that's been around for over 100 years." By Vern Pitt (cyclingweekly.com)(Image credit: Future) Radar Roundup: Team Dream Winter Drop, Rune Bicycles Rufus Stone Pre-Order, Hold Fast and PTAP Designs, Farewell Update, Cascada Lakewood Adventure Pants, Rogue Panda is Hiring, and Ride with GPS Three Months Free "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) Why we ride mountain bikes: Freeriding with Wade Simmons on the North Shore "Mountain Bike Hall of Famer, New World Disorder rider, Red Bull Rampage winner, The North Shore co-founder, freeride legend… the list goes on." By Julian Lemme (ebike-mtb.com) (Image Credit not Legible) Race
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Too many cooks: Why Belgium’s strength could also be its downfall at the 2024 Olympics "With both Remco Evenepoel and Wout van Aert recently confirmed to be in the Belgian team line-up, who will support them? And how will they balance a team of winners?" Words: Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Tom Pidcock to race six cyclocross World Cup events over the winter "Ineos Grenadiers rider's CX season will comprise 10 events beginning in Herentals on 16 December, but he'll miss the World Championships." By George Poole (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: Velo Collection (TDW) / Getty Images Israel Premier Tech riders issued with blank training kit due to safety concerns "Riders issued with different kit for training alone if they deem it necessary." By Tom Thewlis (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Pro Log: AG2R bin brown bibs, Jumbo Visma become Visma Lease a Bike and Tobias Foss signs with Ineos Grenadiers "This week's pro cycling news highlights, including RIP to AG2R's brown bibs, hello Visma Lease a Bike and where is Tobias Foss going?" By Robyn Davidson (cyclist.co.uk) A.S.O./Jonathan Biche "When Peter Sagan left, many things changed" - Departing Matteo Fabbro admits to feeling lost at Bora Hansgrohe in recent years "The team was revolutionized and I started to feel less and less suited to the common goal." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) Bahrain Victorious: Mohoric, Poels and Bilbao will 'simply' continue to win for and honor Mäder in 2024 "2023 was a tumultuous year for Bahrain Victorious." By Hendrik Boermans (idlprocycling.com) Creator: TIM DE WAELE | Credit: Pool via REUTERS GCN Tech Clinic: Swapping stems, turbo troubleshooting and numb feet "In this week's clinic Alex and Manon take a look at questions on bike fit, in-built power meters and cleaning your bike at work." By Alex Hunt (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image Credit bikeradar.com) Park Tool PRS-4W-2 Deluxe Wall Mount Repair Stand review - Maximize your workspace with this innovative model "Wall-mounted bike stands are rare, and this one combines Park Tool's known quality within a compact package perfect for tight spaces or the ultimate mobile bike garage." By Neal Hunt (bikeperfect.com) (Image: © Neal Hunt) Manitoba Cycling Association’s stolen team van located 1.5 years later "Theft took place in the spring of 2022, van was full of bikes and gear." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Manitoba Cycling Association Paid Subscription
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'I’m grateful to women before me who made it possible' - Cat Ferguson on signing with Movistar as a 17-year-old "The British rider talks to Rouleur about her whirlwind season, being one of the youngest ever riders to sign a WorldTour contract and the state of women’s cycling." Words: Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) (Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com) What are the budgets of the WorldTour cycling teams in 2024? "It’s important to note that the budgets of WorldTour cycling teams can exhibit significant disparities, influenced by factors such as team size, sponsorship deals, and their performance in the professional cycling arena." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Getty Images Sport via cyclingnews.com) Tadej Pogacar's 2023 time-trial bike up for auction with estimate of €30,000 "For what will surely be a dream Christmas present for someone, a Colnago TT1, raced on four times during 2023 by Tadej Pogacar, will soon be going up for auction courtesy of BikeRoom." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Peter Stuart via cyclingnews.com) Former Belgian champion expresses surprise with Van Rysel bicycles: “Compared to the BMC, the bike is much lighter and more responsive” "During the negotiations of my contract, I was fortunate to test the bike last season. I was amazed, as were the other cyclists who tested it." By Marcos Bertelli (thecyclingpost.com) (Image Credit Van Rysel) XTR LTR - Extended Review of Shimano’s Top MTB Group "Last winter Shimano sent me an M9100 group to review. As you may already know, Shimano produces two different versions of the group, one for XC riders and another for trail/enduro riders. I’ve been riding the trail/enduro group." By Padraig (cyclingindependent.com) (Image Credit not Found) Shimano GRX Di2 - Design Beyond Gravel "Shimano has made one-lever to rule them all (Road or Gravel). The GRX form-factor is it… and everyone else should follow it." Charles Manantan (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Is a gravel bike the ultimate winter bike? Why you should make the switch to gravel from the classic winter road bike "If you can budget for it, a second bike to handle harsh conditions is preferable to beating up your best bike year-round. Here's why my new winter steed is a gravel bike, rather than a road bike modified for winter." By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) “Misleading” Wahoo Kickr Black Friday deal result of “simple human error,” company says "The deal featured the new Kickr Bike Shift and a year-long Zwift subscription - but one customer complained that the “confusing” offer was a “violation of marketing laws." By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) eBike News; Boost for Brompton Kit, Serial 1 Sold and Lots More! "Where are eBikes made and does it matter? Are the effects of the post-covid supply chain crisis still with us?" By Richard Peace (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found) Paid Subscription
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Where will Mathieu van der Poel, Tom Pidcock and Wout van Aert clash this winter? "Cyclocross ‘big three’ have all confirmed their schedules, with four battles certain." By Matilda Price (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: Velo Collection (TDW) / Getty Images Mathieu van der Poel and Remco Evenepoel went for a bonkers hilly training ride "Rivals rode together in Spain as they prepare for the upcoming season." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Down Under Digest #12: Aussie ingenuity "Keep up to date on all things Aussie and Kiwi cycling with our weekly round-up." Matt de Neef (escapecollective.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Ask a coach: 'How often should I ride my bike to get fit?' "First we need to reflect on what is meant by ‘getting fit’ - then, with that definite goal in mind, coach Alex Welburn takes us through the optimal volume of riding." By Alex Welburn (cyclingweekly.com)(Image credit: Future) AG2R Citroën Team becomes Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale: Team in top five in terms of budget, close to Ineos and UAE "There are many noticeable changes at cycling team AG2R La Mondiale, the WorldTour team that rode as AG2R Citroën Team from 2021 to 2023." By Hendrik Boermans (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit not Found) What's the preferred tire width for gravel and road bikes? "Embrace the cushy width or stick with the skinnies - here's what our editors are riding." By Anne-Marije Rook (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Anne-Marije Rook) Bike of the Week - Look sharpens 795 Blade RS with pure speed in mind "Updated race bike undergoes aerodynamic and integrated makeover." By Oscar Huckle (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit Scott Windsor / Our Media ) Basso Venta Disc 105 2023 "A racy take on an endurance bike, but one that blends performance and comfort well." By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Radar Roundup: Silver Stallion Fundraiser Devo, Amigo Frameworks 3Rensho Lug Track Bike, 3T Extrema Italia, POC Calyx, Bagman Universal Bar Rack, Nivex Derailleurs Are Here, and Change Your Bars, Change Your Life "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) Non Subscription
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Woods plans on riding with Israel Premier Tech for the rest of his career "The Canadian star opened up about his past, and future in cycling." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Paris Brest Paris, what it takes to survive the oldest cycling event in the world "Can our four riders complete this historic 1,200km non-stop beast of a ride across north-west France?" By James Howell-Jones (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: GCN Festival Elsy Jacobs stage race to become two one-day events in 2024 "Long-running women’s race also stepping down from ProSeries level as calendar squeeze continues." By Matilda Price (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: Sprint Cycling Agency Dylan van Baarle: We’ll miss Roglič’s punchy power but Vingegaard can still improve at the Tour de France "Dutch super domestique on his aims for 2024 and competing against Roglič in Grand Tours." By Daniel Benson (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: Velo Collection (TDW) / Getty Images Jack Bauer: The team player who was part of Hesjedal's Giro victory "2023 marked the final year as a professional rider for many cyclists. 38-year-old New Zealander's career spanned over a decade and will be remembered mainly for that one breakaway in 2014." By Bram van der Ploeg (idlprocycling.com) Photo: Joelie Smeets Mathieu van der Poel, Demi Vollering, Puck Pieterse and Jumbo Visma all winners at Dutch cycling awards "The Dutch cycling awards have awarded a few riders yesterday. It was a golden year for Dutch cycling, the likes of Mathieu van der Poel and Demi Vollering have given the nation many reasons to be proud of. " By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) The fastest bikes of Canadian cyclocross national championships. "Six speedy race whips spotted at Layritz Park." By Terry McKall (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) The Kindernay 14-Speed Gear Hub is No Longer "The company behind Kindernay, CA Technology Systems, recently filed for bankruptcy according to an article on Shifter.no." byAlee Denham (cyclingabout.com) Image: Terrengsykkel.no Radar Roundup: Ultradistance Scholarship Winners, Merlin Sandstone XLG, Cotic BFe, Granite/Snow Ritchey Outback, Enduro BRT-060, Barbarian Hoodies are Back, and A Taste of Freedom with Ronnie Romance "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) iGo Outland Sawback RS Review "A hardtail eMTB with great range and exhilarating power for work and play." By: John S. Bozick (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found) Paid Subscription
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Jobst Brandt is the Godfather of gravel "Before gravel there was the ‘Jobst ride’. During the 1970s in America, Jobst Brandt led the way in taking bikes where they weren’t supposed to go, and inspired a generation of adventurers and framebuilders. This is his story." By Max Leonard (cyclist.co.uk) Photo: Max Leonard Double the talent: meet the multidisciplinary Holmgren twins destined for the top "Having signed with Lidl Trek, the Canadian duo discuss the ups and downs of their junior careers, as well as what they're expecting from their first season in the women's WorldTour." (Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com)Words: Amy Jones (rouleur.cc) "I prefer to have three world championships than one Tour de France" - Peter Sagan looks back without regrets on big career decisions "The former World champion will race for the RRK Group Pierre Baguette Benzinol team and aim for the MTB Olympic Games, and the Slovakia looks back on his career." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) Jumbo Visma ends 2023 with a party held at an amusement park; Luxury watches as gifts "The occasion was marked by several reasons for celebration, especially after the team secured victories in all three Grand Tours of 2023." By Marcos Bertelli (thecyclingpost.com) (Image Credit not Found) Pro team bikes: Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale Team "With the reveal of the 2024 bikes for the team that will be known as Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale next season, here is a look back at what the French squad has raced since 2005." By Rob Arnold (ridemedia.com.au) (Image Credit not Found) Aluminum frame, carbon fork, hydraulic brakes and electronic shifting for less than $2K: Is this the best value gravel bike on the market? "State Bicycle Co is offering a lively, capable gravel steed with electronic shifting for just $1899.99" By Anne-Marije Rook (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: State Bicycle Co) Cannondale’s Tesoro Neo Carbon is its first carbon electric commuting bike - And it’s modeled on the Synapse "New carbon commuter runs on Bosch drive unit." By Oscar Huckle (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found) Tru-Tension Tire Monkey "Could the Tru-Tension Tire Monkey be your new best friend?" By Paul Horta-Hopkins (cycletechreview.com) By Paul Horta-Hopkins (cycletechreview.com) Garmin’s Varia Radar for eBikes Detects Cars Before You Do "Garmin’s Varia™ eRTL615 rearview radar for eBikes is the first battery-free radar, designed to add peace of mind to every ride." Partner Content (bicycling.co.za) (Image Credit not Found) Fancy racing the Tour on this? Check out AG2R’s 2001 Decathlon Penta Pro "Find out how much professional-level race bikes have changed since the start of the century." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Paid Subscription
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Are we witnessing the death of the multi-discipline star? "Wout van Aert, Mathieu van der Poel and Tom Pidcock are all making noises about focusing on the road. Is an era ending?" By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Team Victory Rankings "A retrospective on the team victory rankings for 2023 in the men’s World Tour, looking at the rankings, some extra stats and also a team-by-team report on their season." (inrng.com) (Image credit: ASO) Lotte Kopecky names Paris Roubaix and Olympics as main 2024 targets "Proximity of Olympic track and Tour de France dates means ‘compromise needed." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) 'Everyone thinks I'm mad' - Laura Kenny targeting Paris 2024 Olympics return "Decorated British track cyclist hoping to compete again after birth of second child." By Matilda Price (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: Velo Collection (TDW) / Getty Images Matteo Sobrero on new teammate Primoz Roglic: "It is the biggest transfer of the year. I'm really looking forward to racing with him" "Bora Hansgrohe has signed several big figures into the 2024 season but most notably Primoz Roglic. Fellow signing Matteo Sobrero takes motivation from that and considers it the transfers of the year - as many do." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) Former Belgian Champion justifies team switch: ‘At AG2R, we don’t have Van der Poel, Van Aert, or Pogacar "A transfer that has been revealed for some time but has only now been explained in detail." By Marcos Bertelli (thecyclingpost.com) (Image Credit not Found) 3T Extrema Italia gets Faster, Gnarlier for Gravel Bike Adventure Racing "3T adds an all-new made-in-Italy carbon gravel bike to their long-running Exploro family with the adventure-ready Extrema Italia." By Daniel Benson (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Photos/Cory Benson) 3T unveils the Extrema Italia gravel bike "A burly, capable machine designed to go where no other gravel bike has gone before." By Aaron Borrill (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Winter eBike tips: Electric bike and battery care in colder weather "Find out how to ride, care for and store your eBike when the temperature plummets." By Alex Bowden (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo: Rebecca Bland Non Subscription
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