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How to outsmart the peloton - A lesson from Daniek Hengeveld "On a stage that was meant to be one for the sprinters, the Ceratizit WNT rider surprised everyone on the first day of the Tour Down Under." By Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) (Photo by Zac Williams/SWpix.com) Men’s Tour Down Under 2025 preview: Route, favorites, how to watch and start list "Get the kettle on and pour yourself some coffee mate. It's time for the start of a new road season with the men's Tour Down Under, which features Willunga Hill and Knotts Hill." By Ewan Wilson (cyclist.co.uk) Santos Tour Down Under Paid Subscription Articles
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I was told I'd never ride a bike again, now I hold 12 cycling world records "ormer US Olympic hopeful Ryan Collins is a master of six-hour challenges." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Ryan Collins) In the Drops: Super wide Pirelli tires, featherweight Alpitude saddle, smart Lezyne lights and a natty Feedback Sports tool "This week's In the Drops features a neat little (with one not so little) collection of kit." By Sam Challis (cyclist.co.uk) Photo: Sam Challis Tweets of the week: Timothée Chalamet's Lime bike scandal, Wout van Aert rides on water, and Lachlan Morton confesses "Our social media round-up turns to Hollywood." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) A Steel Gravel Bike for Adventurers: Rose Introduces New Hobo Dropbar "The Hobo Dropbar features a robust steel frame, mechanical Shimano GRX groupset and is equipped with a front rack as standard. With a price of €1899 (approximately $US 1,950)" By JOM (gravelcyclist.com) (Image Credit not Found) Blogs
Women's Tour Down Under: Daniek Hengeveld solos to win stage 1 "Long-range attack surprised sprinters teams." (procyclingstats.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Cycling TV and streaming guide: How to watch this week’s races as Tour Down Under opens 2025 season and Wout van Aert headlines Cyclocross Benidorm "All the information on broadcasters and schedules for the week's racing." By Patrick Fletcher (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Tim de Waele/Getty Images) Chaos in Sports Streaming, Sports Journalism, American WT Riders & 2025 Giro Route "Dive into an in-depth analysis of the American WorldTour rider landscape, the unveiling of the 2025 Giro d’Italia route, and emerging trends in sports journalism that could redefine how we consume and interpret cycling events." By The Outer Line (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Bahrain Victorious confirms line up for Tour Down Under including Phil Bauhaus and Nikias Arndt "The 2025 World Tour calendar is about to start and the peloton is preparing to face the scorching heat typical of the Australian summer." By Fin Major (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: teambahrainvictorious Bold moves or defensive strategies: How will GC favorites approach the unorthodox 2025 Giro d'Italia route? "While the 52,500 meters of elevation suggests a mountain-heavy edition of the race, stage profiles reveal unconventional challenges." By Stephen Puddicombe (rouleur.cc) Photo: SWpix.com Why the women’s Tour Down Under is particularly important for three Canadians "Road racing season is here again!" By Rob Sturney (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) “I was amazed at how strong he is” - Remco Evenepoel’s Soudal Quick Step teammate marvels at his team leader’s ability "At just 22 years old, Pepijn Reinderink has completed a promising debut season with Soudal Quick Step." By Fin Major (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Vanhoucke lashes out at Lotto Dstny: "My entire fall was ruined, the stress took a heavy toll on me" "He has left and returned before but is now closing the door again at Lotto." By Hendrik Boermans (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Cycplus AS2 Pro reviewed: electric, precise and compact - Is this the bike pump for the 21st century? "The AS2 Pro e-pump offers a modern solution for quick tire inflation but it also comes with modern drawbacks." By Anne-Marije Rook (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Anne-Marije Rook) Articles
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Finally good news for Ineos Grenadiers, British team likely to close deal with new sponsor "Team Sky's glory days seemed far behind us - at least, given the British team's struggles this year." By Bram van der Ploeg (idlprocycling.com) cyclingimages / Ineos Women's Santos Tour Down Under Live Stats "January 16th, Stage 1 (Brighton → Snapper Point, 101.9km). Video starts Thursday at 7.30pm
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The CX World Cup returns to Benidorm and Wout van Aert wants to repeat victory "With Mathieu van der Poel absent, it will be Wout van Aert, last year's winner and in good form as shown by his recent victories in Gullegem and Dendermonde, who will lead a prestigious field that also includes local rider Felipe Orts." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Women’s Tour Down Under 2025 preview: Who will win the first race of the season? "The 2025 season is set to get underway. Rouleur takes a closer look at the route and the contenders for the three-day race in Australia." By India Paine (rouleur.cc) Photo: SWpix.com "It's a role I like, a role that's a lot easier than being a leader" - Sepp Kuss set to return to super-domestique roots in 2025 "For many years now, Sepp Kuss has been widely regarded as one of the best climbers in the entire peloton. More often than not though, the American has put his skills to use working in service of others." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Imago Brotherly rivalry in the shadow of Vingegaard and Pogacar: "I want to be there for Jonas the way my brother is there for Tadej" "Anyone looking at Visma Lease a Bike's winter transfers will immediately point to Simon Yates as the standout signing." By Hendrik Boermans (idlprocycling.com) C. Lopez / Visma Lease a Bike 'The fear of being the only woman is very intimidating:' Why are so many women cycling in the gym, but not outside? "Gender imbalance persists in outdoor cycling, but inside, it is a different story. Isobel Duxfield explores why." By Isobel Duxfield (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Paid Subscription Articles
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Maghalie Rochette ends ‘cross season early "The Canadian cyclocross star is very disappointed to be unable to race the final races of the year." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Alexe Root Stinner Select Expands: The Refugio Gravel Bike Arrives "Stinner Frameworks, the Santa Barbara-based builders of handcrafted steel and titanium bicycles, is following up the successful launch of the Carrizo Select with its next addition to the Stinner Select program: the Refugio Select." By Dave Malwitz (gravelstoke.com) (Image Credit not Found) A Useful Review: the Topeak Power Lever X "With tubeless tires, I want/need a lever that is more than four inches long for Buddha’s sake. I need some leverage and enough real estate that I can hold it with more than three fingers; I want my whole hand on the thing." By Padraig (cyclingindependent.com) (Image Credit not Found) Donate to World Bicycle Relief
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Simon Yates ready to find 'real improvement' in a new phase of his career "The British rider has spent his whole career so far with Jayco Alula, but is now hoping the support of superteam Visma Lease a Bike can spur him on to even greater success." By James Startt (rouleur.cc) Photos: James Startt She Sends Racing: Kate Courtney’s new team "Former XCO world champion aims to get more girls on bikes." Colin Field (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Gear Break: Swiftwick Socks, Zwift Cog and Click Wahoo Upgrade, Northwave Revolution Shoes, Santini & Bianchi Milano Apparel, LOOK 795 Blade Campagnolo & Ass Savers x Papersky "The best kit." (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Women’s cycling team sports director banned for five years over “inappropriate” sexual and psychological behavior towards riders "Velopro Alphamotorhomes’ manager has also been suspended by the UCI for three years for failing to adequately respond to allegations made by several of the team’s riders." By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (Velopro Alphamotorhomes, Facebook) How to watch Team Canada at the UCI CX World Cup Benidorm "Lots of Canadians racing in Spain this weekend in the second last WC of the year." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (screenshot) road.cc Recommends Bikes of the Year 2024/25: The best gravel and adventure bikes "Whether you’re looking for something fast and lively or a model that’s capable of being loaded up for a multi-day epic adventure, check out the top-performing gravel and adventure bikes that we’ve reviewed over the past 12 months." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Articles
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Rider airbags being considered as part of new safety measures from UCI "World governing body still undecided on radios, gear restrictions, regulations surrounding rim height and handlebar widths and wider rules in sprint finishes." By Tom Thewlis (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) "At UAE there are more champions and it's harder to get a chance" - Gal Glivar explains decision to swap Pogacar & UAE for Van der Poel & Alpecin Deceuninck "Gal Glivar was seen as one of the main promises of the UAE Team Emirates roster back in 2023." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: @GinoDelBelverdere Today's
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‘I don’t work this hard for second place’ - Hungry, motivated and driven, Chloe Dygert wants more in 2025 "Ahead of her first race of the season, the American rider says she is back to her best and more ambitious than ever." By Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) (Image Credit not Found) The final stage of the 2025 Tour could be wildly different "Instead of a relatively flat final stage, the last day could be much tougher." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Nick Iwanyshyn Garmin ECG Now Available in EU & Australia "After a very long process, Garmin’s ECG feature is now available in the EU & Australia, along with previously available countries including the US and a slate of countries in Asia." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker) These are the measures taken by Visma Lease a Bike against "bad luck" "The technicians of Visma Lease a Bike have set to work to try to prevent crashes or, in case they happen, to have less harmful effects." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) Photo via idlprocycling.com Wout van Aert swaps two wheels for... a surf-bike "Belgian star tries out water-borne pedal-power." By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images / Red Bull / Instagram) Paid Subscription Articles
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"The best decision I’ve ever made" - Lance Armstrong celebrates 1 year of sobriety from alcohol "He shares that he had been having alcohol problems, but has now been sober for one year." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) The Fastest Road Bike of 2025 "Curious to know why the BMC Teammachine R01 impressed us so much that we crowned it the test winner?" By Jan Fock (granfondo-cycling.com) (Image Credit not Found) All-new Basso SV Redefines a Faster, More Versatile All-Road Italian Aero Road Bike "It is actually designed for comfort, real human fits, and with big enough all-road tire clearance so you won’t be limited only to buttery smooth asphalt." By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) (Image Credit not Found) road.cc Recommends Bikes of the Year 2024/25: The best electric bikes "Whether you're after an eBike for leisure, commuting, or even shifting heavy loads, find out which is best choice for you." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Dangerholm's Solace Wasteland is the coolest eGravel bike we've seen "If Mad Max rode eGravel, we're certain his bike would look a lot like this." By Liam Mercer (off.road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Today's
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Jonas Vingegaard is hungry for Tour de France payback: ‘I still believe I can beat Tadej Pogačar’ "Jonas Vingegaard readies for redemption, targeting Tadej Pogačar and a third Tour de France triumph." By Chris Marshall-Bell (rouleur.cc) (Image credit: Getty Images) (Image Credit not Found) UAE trainer warns Tadej Pogacar has not yet hit his peak "We haven’t made serious changes. Obviously, he has a good background. Basically, we introduced a little bit of strength training in the gym. Also, he has improved his body composition compared with other years." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Should Wout van Aert ride for GC at a Grand Tour? "The Belgian superstar's main ambitions in 2025 are finally winning the Tour of Flanders and Paris Roubaix" By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) (Image credit: Getty Images) HED Wheels Vanquish Pro V45 wheelset "Smooth rolling and well rounded, offering aero gains without handling instability in blustery conditions, but not the lightest." By Sam Smith (rouleur.cc) (Image Credit not Found) DT Swiss GRC 1100 DICUT 50 stakes DT - Fast, durable, good-looking "The DT Swiss GRC 1100 DICUT 50 gives gravel racers and regular gravel riders who occasionally race a top-performing, highly durable, and good-looking wheelset option." By Steve (intheknowcycling.com) (Image Credit not Found) The best bargains: Check out the road.cc Recommends Bargain Buys of the Year 2024/25 "Save money with the best cycling bargains: check out the road.cc Recommends Bargain Buys of the Year 2024/25." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Articles
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The Classified Gravel Racing Team led by Thomas De Gendt debuts bike "The Belgian professional gravel team, Classified Gravel Racing Team, starts the 2025 season with the announcement of ROSE Bikes as one of the main sponsors of the team." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) photo via classified-cycling.cc FiftyOne Sika "A sleek, fast bike with a fit that works for all riders." By Matthew Pioro (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Matt Stetson Podcasts,
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No Dutch riders for Visma Lease a Bike at Tour? "The powerhouse squad from the Netherlands may not have any riders from its own country." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Visma Lease a Bike Changing the final Tour de France stage in Paris is an exciting prospect but I think it should be for one year only "The race's organizers were reported to be exploring the possibility of bringing the cobbled streets of Montmartre into the race’s final stage in Paris this summer." By Tom Thewlis (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Legendary U.S. racing pioneer Doug Shapiro dies at 65 "Shapiro was one of the first American pros to race in Europe, and competed in the Tour de France." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo: John Pierce via pezcyclingnews.com Ineos denies departure as team targets more sponsorship "We want to win a lot more bike races' - says Performance Director Scott Drawer." By Matt Warwick (sports.yahoo.com) (Image credit: Ineos Grenadiers via cyclingnews.com) The best workouts for busy people "Xert’s Armando Mastracci gives workouts and advice for riders who want to optimize their time." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Getty Images Tech of the week: A new Ridley Noah Fast, a redesigned Giant Trinity TT bike, Stinner's 'affordable' steel gravel bike and Tifosi shades for smaller faces "Both the Noah Fast and the Trinity Advanced SL TT bikes will be ridden in WorldTour races this year." By Luke Friend (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Ridley) Helmets are getting lighter and more aero - But are they getting safer? "Bike helmets are touted as being more aero or better vented but are these modern designs also offering improved protection?" By Luke Friend (cyclingweekly.com) Image credit: Tyler Boucher) Visma Lease a Bike lose clothing sponsor, swap saddles with UAE Team Emirates and disappear from Zwift in 2025 "The Dutch superteam enters new season in the same jerseys as last year and without a clothing sponsor." By Ondrej Zhasil (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Unipublic Spoof sign highlights train station’s bike theft problem, as designer slams police inaction and lack of security for cyclists "My hope is that this will spark some action to improve security and deter thefts in the area,” says the man behind the “depressingly accurate” sign, described as “Chichester’s answer to Bansky." By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (Chichester Anti-Recreation Partnership) I’m a nutritionist and a cyclist, believe me when I say you’re probably not getting enough protein "Here's how much protein you actually need, how to choose the best protein sources, and sample protein-packed meal plans for omnivore and plant-based diets." By Elizabeth Harroun (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) UCI considering use of “rider airbags” and gear restrictions to “enhance safety” "The governing body also revealed that 35 per cent of crashes during the 2024 season were caused by “unprovoked rider errors,” and confirmed that its new yellow card system and sprint finish protocols will also be expanded." By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (Photo by Zac Williams/SWpix.com) Banned former Visma Lease a Bike rider to join Movistar after doping suspension "Michel Hessmann is able to race again starting March 15th." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) 'It's a bit scary' - WorldTour's youngest rider to pair schoolwork with racing "18 year old student Carys Lloyd is one of Movistar's latest recruits." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Movistar) Simon Yates reveals Adam Yates role in his transfer to Team Visma Lease a Bike: "I got advice from him, yes" "Simon Yates is embarking on a new chapter in his cycling career, joining Team Visma Lease a Bike for the 2025 season." By Fin Major (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Imago Ruben Guerreiro enters the last year of hia contract with Movistar Team: "I want to win again in the most important races in the world" "The Portuguese has not been able to perform at his best with the Spanish team, but hopes to return to the world's most important races this season." By Ondrej Zhasil (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) "Pushing the limits of UCI regulations:" Ridley officially unveils new Noah Fast aero road bike claiming 8.5 watts of speed savings "The new Noah Fast confirms leaked images we saw in November that revealed a TT bike-inspired front end, new integrated handlebars and 34mm tire clearance. Complete builds starting at £7,999, and the bike also features a Universal Derailleur Hanger." By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) (Image Credit not Found) DUI arrest made in head-on collision death of Arizona teen racer "The 14-year-old Bradshaw Mountain High School freshman was killed when Jones allegedly crashed a truck into Grande while the cyclist was on a training ride." By Craig Sakamoto (granfondodailynews.com) Photo: Gabriel Grande Amy Pieters update: Former SD Worx rider making physical progress, but full recovery no longer possible "As long as Amy shows improvements, no matter how small, everyone remains hopeful for the best possible recovery with a brighter future' says WorldTour team." By Hendrik Boermans (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: SD Worx Protime via cyclingnews.com) Paid Subscription Articles
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What’s it like to ride with Tadej Pogacar? Pavel Sivakov reveals all: “I pushed myself so hard that I eventually burned out” "Pavel Sivakov, UAE Team Emirates XRG rider, recently joined Jack Haig's Rest Day podcast to discuss his experiences riding alongside Tadej Pogacar and the challenges of competing at the highest level of professional cycling." By Fin Major (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Videos
Tour de France final stage could copy Paris Olympics road race with cobbled climb "Organizer reportedly considering adapting final stage to include three ascents of the Butte de Montmartre in Paris before the traditional Champs Élysées finish." By Tom Thewlis (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) 'We were talking about going to the Giro d'Italia:' Jonas Vingegaard postpones Giro-Tour attempt - for now "The Danish two-time winner of the Tour de France is seeking to regain the yellow jersey in 2025." By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) (Image credit: Getty Images) Visma advances its calendars with Vingegaard doing the Tour and Vuelta or Pauline in Strade Bianche and Milan San Remo "Visma Lease a Bike has unveiled the goals of its main cyclists for the 2025 season with the ambitious objective of regaining the prominence in all races it had two years ago and that, last year, was overshadowed by the power of its main rival, UAE Team Emirates." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image credit: Visma Lease a Bike via cyclingnews.com) Portuguese doping soap opera is back: 3 more top domestic riders suspended for biological passport anomalies "There are cyclists who continue to cheat and tarnish the image of the sport." By Ondrej Zhasil (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit ProShots) Review: Tifosi Vogel XC "The new Vogel XC follows the popular Vogel SL with some great new features—all while staying budget-friendly at just $39.95." By Chuck Peña (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Are shorter MTB cranks really better? "We've been testing all the options to find out whether shorter cranks provide any benefits." By Liam Mercer (off.road.cc) (Image Credit One Click Adventures) Virginia’s Blue Ridge Twenty28: Celebrates 20 Years of Cycling Excellence "As the team steps into the 2025 season, they are not only honoring the team’s rich history but also looking forward to an exciting future grounded in development, growth, and impact." (socalcycling.com) (Credits not Found) Emma Olofsson signs with OnlyFans for 2025 "Swedish freerider gets support from the online platform." Colin Field (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Short cranks on drop bars? - Discovering the appeal of going shorter "A longer lever means more power, right? So why are more and more pros and amateur cyclists opting for short cranks on their drop-bar bikes?" By Calvin Zajac (granfondodailynews.com) Photo: Jam Richter Articles
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