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Tadej
Pogačar joins pantheon of five-time Tour de France champions
"Tadej Pogačar joined the pantheon of Tour de France giants on Sunday, winning his fifth yellow jersey to put him in the company of Jacques Anquetil, Eddy Merckx, Bernard Hinault and Miguel Indurain." By Rob Sturney (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) |
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Tour of Denmark: Wout van Aert scores hat-trick on stage 3 with a win on wet and wild queen stage "Lukaš Kubiš retains second place on GC with runner-up finish to race leader." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image: Screenshot) Primož Roglič injured after being hit by driver in training ride, faces race against time for Vuelta a España "The out-of-contract 36-year-old faces an uncertain future regarding both his future racing schedule and his career." By Callum Devereux (road.cc) (Image Credit: @primozroglic/Instagram / A.S.O./Yuzuru Sunada) Wout van Aert avoids Tour of Denmark crash with 2003 Armstrong-style escape "Wout van Aert narrowly avoided a nasty crash during stage 3 of the Tour of Denmark." By David Bavin-Hobbs (idlprocycling.com) (Image: Screenshot) Misinterpretation of transponder data causes incorrect result in Denmark "The organizers had declared Plowright the winner based on transponder data indicating that the Australian crossed the finish line before Van Aert." By Jorg (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found) 'Where origami and bike racing intersect' - The Brompton World Championship returns to London "Fancy yourself as the fastest folding-bike rider on the planet? Here's your chance to prove it, during the 2026 BWC." By Pat Kinsella (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Brompton Bicycles) The long arm of the ITA: Retested 2016 samples earn Chinese sprint star four-year ban "Lin’s case adds to the growing list of cycling doping violations uncovered years after the fact, underscoring how the ITA’s retesting program continues to reshape results long after athletes have left the sport." Author: John Woodson (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Fueling strategies to help you ride better in the heat "Riding in hot and humid environments adds stress to the body. Heat not only increases feelings of discomfort, but it alters how the body manages fluids, regulates temperature and tolerates fueling." (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Credits not Found) I took a perfectly good mountain bike and built into a convertible gravel bike… And it was great! "Liam has been very gravel curious as of late, but rather than drop the cash on a proper gravel bike, he wondered if he could make his mountain bike into a convertible gravel machine." By Liam Mercer (road.cc) (Image Credit: Andrew Sykes) PostNord Tour of Denmark Stage 3 Live Stats "PostNord Tour of Denmark July 29-August 2, Stage 3 (Fredericia → Vejle, 202.9km) Live video Friday from 6:40am U.S. Eastern, 3:40am Pacific - Finish at around 8:45am Pacific. The
race will be shown on HBO Max and FloBikes starting at about
6:45am Pacific."
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kolarsko.pl)
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Tour of Denmark: Wout van Aert deemed stage 2 winner after reversal of fortunes for Jensen Plowright in sprint photo finish "Jensen Plowright thought he had denied race leader Wout van Aert a second straight victory on the Tour of Denmark when he delivered an expertly timed bike throw at the finish of stage 2 in Skive." By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Tour of Denmark: Jensen Plowright threads a needle in photo finish against Wout van Aert to grab sprint victory on stage 2 from race leader "Toon Aerts takes third in bunch sprint in flat finish into Skive." By Jorg (cyclingflash.com) (Image via idlprocycling.com) "Only when I saw the photo did I start to have doubts" - Wout van Aert thought he had lost Tour of Denmark stage before dramatic photo finish result reversal "After leading the sprint, it appeared he was beaten to the line by Jensen Plowright in a late surge as the victory was initially handed to the Australian." By Gavin Quinn (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo Henning Bagger via lavenir.net "To beat Wout Van Aert is really nice... I'll put a photo on my wall" - Jensen Plowright's heartbreaking interview before result dramatically changed at Tour of Denmark "Jensen Plowright declared he could retire happy after he thought he had taken a sensational sprint victory at the Tour of Denmark on stage 2." By Gavin Quinn (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Evenepoel chases history at Clásica San Sebastián "The Belgian can become the race's outright record holder, but there are plenty of other challengers." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Photo via cyclingflash.com) Vuelta organizers now hint at Tadej Pogacar's participation "Will Tadej Pogacar start in the Vuelta a España or not? This is a topic that is currently speculated about daily, and the Spanish organization has now added fuel to the fire with a striking social media post." By Niels Bastiaens (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found) Pogacar reaches out to Vingegaard after Tour crash as rivalry softens "Jonas Vingegaard has revealed that Tadej Pogacar contacted him privately after his crash on stage 15 of the Tour de France, another sign of the warmer relationship between the race’s two dominant riders." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) PostNord Tour of Denmark Stage 2 Live Stats "PostNord Tour of Denmark July 29-August 2, Stage 2 (Glyngøre → Skive, 182.9km) Live video Thursday from 7:35am U.S. Eastern, 4:35am Pacific - Finish at around 8:45am Pacific. The
race will be shown on HBO Max and FloBikes starting at about
6:45am Pacific."
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Tour of Denmark: Wout van Aert wins comeback race on stage 1 with powerful sprint from small group "Belgian star attacked across to small group in final 5km, before being led out by Christophe Laporte to third win of 2026." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Wout van Aert: I am looking for answers in the Tour of Denmark "Wout van Aert makes his comeback to racing at the Tour of Denmark. In an interview with VTM Nieuws, the Visma Lease a Bike rider says he is not starting without ambition." By Niels Bastiaens (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found) “The best I’ve ever seen” - Sean Kelly stunned by Mathieu van der Poel and Tadej Pogacar’s epic Tour de France finale "Sean Kelly described Mathieu van der Poel’s victory on the Champs Élysées as the best finish he had ever seen after a spectacular conclusion to the 2026 Tour de France." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) 'Heavy duty' sachets could see cyclists close to maximum recommended intake without having consumed a meal - Are electrolyte drinks worth their salt? "With heatwaves becoming ever more common, the importance of hydration creeps up the priorities list. But does this mean we need to add electrolytes, asks India Paine." By India Paine (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future) Decathlon CMA CGM announces the launch of its women's cycling team "The squad will start its journey with a roster of 12 cyclists and will have a complete technical structure consisting of a sports director, coach, two sports assistants, two mechanics, team doctor, physiotherapist, nutritionist, and specialists in physical preparation and mental performance." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) Image via RMC Sport - BFM estarli e28.X 3-speed "A low-maintenance urban commuter that's enjoyable, practical and exceptionally easy to live with." By Tony Tompkins (road.cc) (Image Credit: Tony Tompkins) UAE squads ‘unaware’ of ex-pro cyclist’s drug links after 20-year ban for doping Italian junior team "Former Lampre sprinter Danilo Napolitano, who has spent the past few months working at the women’s UAE Team L’Imad service course, has been suspended until 2046 by the Italian anti-doping authorities." By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) PostNord Tour of Denmark Stage 1 Live Stats "PostNord Tour of Denmark July 29-August 2, Stage 1 (Aalborg → Aalborg, 197.2km) Live video Wednesday from 9:45am U.S. Eastern, 6:45am Pacific - Finish at around 8:45am Pacific. The
race will be shown on HBO Max and FloBikes starting at about
6:45am Pacific."
(procyclingstats.com) (Photo via
cyclingnews.com)
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Tour de l'Ain 2026 Stage 1: Noah Hobbs sprints to second career win as EF rider holds off Alberto Dainese and Matteo Milan "Noah Hobbs has picked up his second win of his career as the 22-year-old continued his growing form." By Gavin Quinn (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Eddy Merckx predicts new absurd goal for Pogacar: "I think he's capable of it" "The Cannibal does not believe anyone will be able to challenge Pogacar in the coming years. "It is an honor to see Pogacar next to me in that list, but that will not last long. He will probably surpass it next year, and I think he will be unbeatable in time trials until the Olympics." By Jorg (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found) 'If anyone can do it, it's Pogacar' - Matxin on quest for sixth Tour victory "Speaking to AS, Matxin reflected on Pogačar joining Eddy Merckx, Jacques Anquetil, Bernard Hinault and Miguel Indurain on five victories, and has backed the 27-year-old to continue rewriting the history books." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Tour de France 2026 Debrief: Breaking Down Exactly Where/How Tadej Pogačar Won the Race "Breaking down what yet another dominant Tour de France performance from Tadej Pogačar tells us about why defeating him is only getting harder." By Spencer Martin (beyondthepeloton.substack.com) (AP Photo/Mosa'ab Elshamy via sports.yahoo.com) Van Aert weighs in on Vingegaard’s 2 a.m. doping test at Tour "The Belgian had some strong words about Vingegaard being woke in the middle of the night at the Tour de France." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Getty Images via bicycling.nl) New LAP Project 001 clothing promises integrated crash protection without sacrificing speed "LAP has unveiled cycle clothing that integrates D3O impact protection while aiming to retain low weight, aerodynamics and freedom of movement. The company says the launch addresses one of cycling’s last remaining trade-offs: choosing between speed and protection" By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit: LAP) Former pro Danilo Napolitano banned for 20 years "The Italian was working as a team director at SALUS Ciclistica Seregno, one of the top development teams in his home country." By Jorg (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found) Silca Claims Greater Efficiency and Longevity From New Super Secret 2.0 Drip Wax Formula "Super Secret 2.0 builds on the low-friction performance of the original, with an updated formula that Silca says makes it the “closest thing to hot wax ever put in a bottle." By Jeremy Benson (bikerumor.com) (All photos/Silca) Live
video Tuesday from 8:30am U.S. Eastern, 5:30am Pacific
The
race will be shown on HBO Max and FloBikes starting at about
5:30am Pacific."
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Revenue Sharing Re-Revisited "The article says “The family doesn’t share any of the television rights revenue, reportedly worth more than $170 million a year. That starves the sport of capital that could expand the fan base and leaves cycling in a precarious spot." (inrng.com) (Image: Screenshot) “We’re seeing some insane new records” - Why are Tour de France speeds getting higher and higher? + Dispatches from the Alps and Paris "This week’s podcast episode delves into the peloton’s speed debate, heads to the roof of the Tour, and parties on the Alpe and in the streets of Paris." By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (Image Credit: James Startt/Agence Zoom/InGamba) Jonas Vingegaard ain’t retiring anytime soon "The Danish star says there are still plenty of races left to win, with several major WorldTour stage races remaining on his career wish list." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Jonas Vingegaard admits he made a mistake in Tour preparation: "Misunderstood the course" "Maybe we misunderstood the Tour de France a bit this year. We improved me on the longer climbs. Perhaps we should have thought that I needed to be a bit more explosive and pay closer attention to the route." By Niels Bastiaens (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found) Vingegaard’s wife Trine speaks out after Tour de France crash: ‘What can he handle mentally?’ "During his recovery, Vingegaard found time to visit the Tour of Denmark and give an extensive interview to TV2. Danish outlet Feltet has now also spoken to his wife, Trine." By David Bavin-Hobbs (idlprocycling.com) (Image: Screenshot) The pros and cons of Tadej Pogacar racing the 2026 Vuelta a España "The biggest debate in world cycling right now has a single protagonist: Tadej Pogacar." By Juan Larra (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Pogacar's Col du Granon rematch headlines Tour de France 2027 route rumors "The 2026 Tour de France has only just been consigned to the books but thoughts are already turning to next year's race, where Tadej Pogacar will chase a record sixth overall victory." By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) New footage shows Sepp Kuss' near miss in Alpe d'Huez crash "Footage from the descent of the Col de Sarenne has revealed how narrowly Sepp Kuss avoided a potentially serious fall during his pursuit of victory at Alpe d’Huez." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Megamo Pulse 04 SLR review: A well-balanced ride and competitive pricing from a brand you've probably never heard of "A worthy consideration if you’re looking for a new race bike and want to fly under the radar." By Aaron Borrill (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Aaron Borrill) Gear Break: July End - Shimano Dura-Ace Wheels, L.A.P. Project 001, Scion Aeroshade 2.0 Ti 5 Tour LE, Silca Super Secret 2.0, Cordalock, Kembag "This week, we kick things off with Shimano’s flagship release - the all-new Dura-Ace WH-R9370 wheel lineup, freshly ridden to a Stage 21 victory at Le Tour by Mathieu van der Poel." By Andy Rohrer (pezcyclingnews.com) Scicon Sports 098 Saddlebag With Light "Clever in theory, but neither the bag nor the light work as well as regular ones - and its expensive." By George Hill (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) Podcasts,
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'I've climbed Mont Ventoux quite a lot of times' - Pauline Ferrand-Prévot takes expert preparation into Tour de France Femmes defense "Visma Lease a Bike rider says she's ready 'physically and mentally' to race for the yellow jersey." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) 'I admit it has been tough' - Marianne Vos on refocusing after personal loss ahead of the Tour de France Femmes "The Dutch rider will be riding in support of defending champion Pauline Ferrand-Prévot." By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) UAE leaves revelation Karlijn Swinkels at home "In the Tour de France Femmes lineup of UAE Team L'Imad, formerly UAE Team ADQ, there is a notable absence. Dutch rider Karlijn Swinkels did not make the Tour team." By Niels Bastiaens (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found) Cyclist who spent more than 50 years riding the world, dies at 86. "The German adventurer pedaled more than 600,000 kilometres through 195 countries, earning a reputation as one of the greatest touring cyclists in history." By Colin Field (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) But of course: Thibaut Pinot joins wildfire fight in his French hometown "Southern Europe is currently being plagued by wildfires due to ongoing drought. In Haute-Saône in northeastern France, a severe forest fire also broke out. Former rider Thibaut Pinot, who lives near the area where the fire occurred, helped fight the blaze. The retired Tour de France star helped farmers and firefighters battle a blaze near his farm in France." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit @TonkeCycling via Instagram) Why are these bikes cheaper than they were four years ago? "It sounds unlikely in an era of rising prices, but some bikes have lower MSRPs than equivalent models from a few years ago. Add in today’s discounts and you might be surprised how much bike your money can buy." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) Challenge Strada Pro Handmade TLR Road Tires "Excellent all rounder combining top performance with good looks - assuming you like yellow." by nick lodge (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) NOBL Ethos Enduro wheelset bring a new high end to gravity wheels "Are cross country weights and enduro strength possible in one wheelset?" By Terry McKall (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Podcasts,
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The Moment The Tour de France Was Won "Tadej Pogačar attacked on the Tourmalet with 5km to go before summit and 43km left in Stage 6. In the picture above Jonas Vingegaard is out of the picture but only just, some 30 seconds behind at the top of the pass." (inrng.com) (Image credit: ASO) This year's Tour de France was faster than ever, but let's not jump to suspicious conclusions "Cycling fans have been burned often enough, but let's keep the faith on this one." By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) “I’d hope our daughter inherits from you” - Roxanne Bertels shares emotional message to Mathieu van der Poel after Tour de France heroics "Roxanne Bertels has shared an emotional message to Mathieu van der Poel after his spectacular end to the Tour de France, revealing the quality she most hopes their daughter inherits from the Dutchman." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo via DHnet Outer Line: Tour de France Analysis, ASO & AI in Cycling "The 2026 Tour de France may be over, but the biggest conversations in professional cycling are only just beginning." By The Outer Line (pezcyclingnews.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) “We might have seen Jonas Vingegaard on the Tour podium for the last time” - Michael Rasmussen casts doubt on Dane’s future after crash "Speaking as an analyst for Viaplay Sports News, Rasmussen questioned whether Vingegaard will be able to compete with Tadej Pogacar and an emerging generation of Grand Tour contenders in the years ahead." By Félix Serna (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingweekly.com) New Shimano Dura-Ace wheels are up to 220g lighter and gain replaceable bearing cups with improved waterproofing "Japanese brand has widened the internal rim for modern road tires and claims a small aero improvement over its predecessor." By Jack Evans (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Shimano) Specialized S-Works Evade 4 Review: BOA FS2 Delivers Speed Without the Vise "The BOA FS2 system is the true star here." By Andy Rohrer (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Carbon spokes are changing the road wheelset game: Here’s how you can benefit "We take a look at the latest tech development in the world of wheels, and why - thanks to brands like Superteam - it’s not as expensive to buy as you might think." By Liam Cahill (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) Podcasts,
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How much prize money did Tadej Pogačar and his team win at the Tour de France? "UAE Team Emirates XRG netted more than a third of the total prize pot." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Pogacar might win 7 Tours de France according to Greg Lemond, who bashes Armstrong's legacy - "Lance didn't have his talent; he 'found' it at 28" "The American rider believes Pogacar is set to win more, and even overtake Lance Armstrong's unofficial record." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) Decathlon will begin talks with Paul Seixas about future soon: "Building confidence" "The future of Paul Seixas has actually been a hot topic in the cycling world throughout the season. Several teams are reportedly competing for his signature, with astronomical salaries being mentioned." By Jorg (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found) Everyone is raving about Tour de France sensation Seixas, but Patrick Lefevere has doubts: 'Can’t skip any steps' "Many believed Paul Seixas should never have ridden the Tour de France at such a young age, but with a fourth-place finish in the overall standings, he confirmed his status as a rising star." By David Bavin-Hobbs (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit not Found) UAE dominate, EF surge and Picnic slide further in the post-Tour UCI rankings "Six months into the 2026–2028 UCI team cycle, and with four Monuments, the Giro d’Italia and the Tour de France completed, the rankings are beginning to take shape." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) Photo: Gvg/Cor Vos “I’m winning races, and I believe you’ve got to be as clean and transparent as you possibly can” - Victor Bosoni on how he won the Tour Divide… and The Traka controversy "Just a few weeks back the ultra-fast French racer Victor Bosoni stormed home to victory in the Tour Divide, one of the greatest offroad endurance races around. Steve caught up with him to hear about how he won the race, and his controversial Traka." By Steve Thomas (road.cc) (Image Credit: Factor Bicycles) Free-for-all brawl erupts at Argentine amateur race "Somewhere in Argentina this past weekend, a perfectly normal race turned into a bidon-fueled brawl and, in the finest tradition of sport imitating slapstick, nobody thought to stop the racing while it happened." Author: Dan Hood (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found) How Many Carbs Per Hour Do Cyclists Really Need? "What the Science Actually Says About Carb-Loading Past 90 g/hr." By Scott Steele (pezcyclingnews.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) "We’ve all been there: we’re scrolling and come across a news article that grabs our attention. Curiously, we click the link only to be blocked by a paywall." By Mary James (allaboutcookies.org) (Image Credit not Found) |
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2026 Tour de France Femmes preview: Will cycling’s most unpredictable race finally give us a repeat winner? "Unlike its male equivalent, the women’s race begins with no clear favorite and jeopardy over the form of several riders." By Callum Devereux (road.cc) (Image Credit: ASO/LaPresse/Unipublic) 'We won't go from nine days to 21 overnight' - Race director Marion Rousse on the rapid rise of the Tour de France Femmes "The former French champion tells us why she quit cycling and what it's like running the biggest women's race on the calendar." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) "I am disappointed that we still look at women differently" - Marlen Reusser and Demi Vollering speak from their hearts before Tour de France Femmes "From inequality in the sport to a route that speaks to the heart; both maillot jaune contenders have shared some of their thoughts ahead of the race." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) Lotte Kopecky won’t ride for herself in Tour Femmes: “First lead out, then follow my instinct” "In recent years, Lotte Kopecky has tried - with mixed success - to compete as a GC contender in the Tour de France Femmes. This time, she is mainly settling into a support role for her team SD Worx Protime." By Niels Bastiaens (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found) 'Ventoux inspired me a lot' - Tour Femmes brings Vollering back to the mountain that made her a climber "Mont Ventoux might be making its debut at the Tour de France Femmes, but Demi Vollering is more familiar than most with the climb, which was part of her origin story as a cyclist." By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) SpongeBob SquarePants and Patrick Star to headline Factor-sponsored team bikes at the Tour de France Femmes "Human Powered Health and Ma Petite Enterprise will race Factor Ones with graphics inspired by the SpongeBob and Patrick Star characters." By Jack Evans (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: HumanPoweredHealth) Olympic skater Sandrine Tas makes Tour de France debut: "It was secretly a goal" "In February, Sandrine Tas finished fourth in the 5000 meters at the Olympic speed skating event, but this week the Belgian from Lotto Intermarché is making her debut in the Tour de France Femmes." By Jorg (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found) Scott unveils fresh urban eBike + more "The latest from the world of eBikes, including the Met’s testing setup, London’s latest eBike controversy, Scott’s new models + more" By Henry Winchester (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) Three mountain bikers brutally gunned down on rural Colombian road "Armed men intercepted the group and opened fire with rifles. All three riders died at the scene." Author: Associate Writer (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Videos
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video Thursday from 8:45am U.S. Eastern, 5:45am Pacific - Finish at around 7:00am Pacific.
The
race will be shown on HBO Max and FloBikes starting at about
5:30am Pacific."
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Tour de l’Ain 2026 Stage 2: Markel Beloki solos to second professional victory after late attack "Markel Beloki claimed the second professional victory of his career with a commanding solo performance on Stage 2 of the 2026 Tour de l’Ain." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Wildfire threat prompts alternative route plan for Tour de France Femmes queen stage "Organizers have been asked to prepare an alternative route for stage seven because of the wildfire risk in southern France, although the summit finish on Mont Ventoux is expected to remain unchanged." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingmagazine.ca) When the voice inside your head finally says; "You can make this all go away" you know you're about to get dropped "Losing the wheel in front looks simple on the TV, but for the rider there's a million and one things going round their head." By Michael Hutchinson (cyclingweekly.com) Riding felt 'like a punishment' - 24-year-old pro ends career "Women’s WorldTour pro Kim Cadzow said she won’t be returning." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Castelli Espresso 2 W Jersey "Fantastically cool and comfy summer jersey with an excellent fit, though the zip pull tabs fell off in the wash." By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) Should GLP-1 drugs be banned? Cycling’s latest anti-doping debate "The potential advantage athletes seek from GLP-1 medications is rapid weight loss and appetite suppression." Author: John Woodson (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Tour de l'Ain Stage 2 Live Stats "Tour de l'Ain July 28-30, France, Stage 2 (Saint-Vulbas → Lagnieu, 161.9km) Live
video Wednesday from 8:45am U.S. Eastern, 5:45am Pacific - Finish at around 7:05am Pacific.
The
race will be shown on HBO Max and FloBikes starting at about
5:30am Pacific."
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2026 Tour de France Femmes Preview: Vollering, Ferrand-Prévot and the race for yellow "The fifth edition of the modern Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift runs from August 1-9 on the longest route in race history, featuring a first summit finish on one of cycling’s most iconic climbs and three former champions." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Remco Evenepoel ‘racing’ again 24 hours after Tour de France ends "The Tour runner-up returned to his hometown of Aalst for a post-Tour criterium despite little sleep." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Remco Evenepoel Targets Record-Breaking Win at Clásica San Sebastián "The Tour just ended, but that does not mean Remco Evenepoel will sit still from now on. This coming Saturday, August 1st, he is one of the top favorites at the Donostia San Sebastian Klasikoa, better known as the Clásica San Sebastián." By Niels Bastiaens (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found) Tune launches Nano Road and Nano CS Carbon wheelsets with weights as low as 1,280g per pair "New road wheels claimed to balance weight with durability and aerodynamics." By Hannah Bussey (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Tune) Udog Forza "Fantastic shoes when you're on the bike, undone by a sole that's impractical for walking." By Henry Winchester (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) “I didn’t know if I had just been naïve” - German cyclist “embarrassed” as bike stolen from a metro station days after completing Land’s End to John O’Groats ride "I locked up my bike at the station but when I came back someone had taken it. I couldn’t believe it." By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) Photo via Instagram Gravel shoe head-to-head: Specialized S-Works Recon Evo vs Shimano S-Phyre SH-RX910 review "They’re both outrageously expensive and both sport distinctive features, but one still feels better than the other." By James Huang (nminus1bikes.substack.com) (Image Credit Simon von Bromley / Our Media via bikeradar.com) PRO Pioneer Performance Handlebar Tape "Comfy, grippy, but lacks durability." By Hollis Jones (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) Videos
I made six tech predictions ahead of the Tour de France - Which did I get right? "Leap Components and 3D printing dominated the tech at the Tour de France, but did our tech editor manage a clean sweep of predictions?" By Aaron Borrill (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Aaron Borrill) "BicyclingArt.com
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