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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 de France Femmes Stage 4: Reusser Rules the Clock to Win the Time Trial and Take Yellow


"The Tour de France Femmes finally met the stopwatch - and Marlen Reusser reminded everyone why she’s wearing the rainbow stripes."
(pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found)







Anna van der Breggen is not in good shape: "Is this going to turn around? Clearly not"


"Anna van der Breggen took a heavy blow in the time trial at the Tour de France Femmes. The Dutch rider from SD Worx Protime lost over a minute to stage winner Marlen Reusser and just under a minute to Demi Vollering, which puts the yellow jersey well out of reach."
By Jorg (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found)







Tour Femmes 2026: Concerns for Demi Vollering after crash, check-up before time trial


"The crash occurred with about 120 kilometers to go, just after the first climb of the day. A handful of riders went down on the right side of the road; Vollering stayed sitting on the curb the longest but was eventually able to continue."
By Niels Bastiaens (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found)







Who is Sigrid Haugset? From racing Paris Roubaix with a broken hip to making Tour de France Femmes history


"A former runner. A military reservist. A climbing domestique. Here are 12 things you should know about the yellow jersey wearer."
By Anne-Marije Rook (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)









Fake bra size aero gains row prompts UCI to carry out extra clothing checks before Tour de France Femmes time trial


"The governing body warned teams that “particular attention” will be paid to clothing items that “could modify riders’ morphology” after complaints were made about the use of extra bra padding to improve aerodynamics."
By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingweekly.com)







“I wasn’t feeling myself today... It was one of the toughest days on the bike" - Urska Zigart struck by illness at Tour de France Femmes


"Signalling something was not right, the rider has confirmed she has been struck by an illness."
By Gavin Quinn (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)










2026 Le Tour de France Femmes Live Streams


"2026 Tour de France Femmes August 1-9, Stage 4 ITT (Geneva 
  Poligny, 156.5km)

Live video Tuesday from 9:45am U.S. Eastern, 6:45am Pacific - Finish at around 8:50am Pacific.

The race will be shown on Peacock and FloBikes starting at about 6:45am Pacific."

(cyclingfans.com)  Image via domestiquecycling.com
















“I was so dizzy at the end... I couldn’t lift my arms off the bike” - Sigrid Haugset stuns herself with record-breaking 88km Tour de France Femmes solo to claim yellow


"The Norwegian champion delivered the longest successful solo attack in the history of the women’s Tour de France across its different editions."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found)







'She had a guardian angel with her' - From broken jaw to Tour de France Femmes in six weeks


"Urška Žigart says she bounced back 'very quickly' from horror crash."
By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)







'I honestly didn't expect that' - How one rider almost foiled Lorena Wiebes's sprint supremacy at the Tour de France Femmes


"Riejanne Markus came within seconds of victory on stage two."
By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)







Tour Femmes 2026: ASO changes young rider jersey age limit, confusion among teams and riders


"The age limit for the white jersey has been extended by one year, making it now an under-24 classification instead of U23. Wielerflits received confirmation of this from the UCI."
By Nick Doup (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found)









Is ‘bra doping’ a thing at the Tour de France Femmes?


"Socks too high, you say? Well, there’s a new sartorial saga unfolding in pro cycling. This time, the controversy is brewing at the Tour de France Femmes."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Image: Creative Commons Attribution







Seven amateurs beat Tadej Pogačar up his home mountain - Again


"For the second straight year, Tadej Pogačar could not catch the field in his namesake event."
Author: Associate Writer (granfondodailynews.com) Photo Credit: Pogi Challenge







Trine Vingegaard urges cycling to rethink demands placed on its biggest stars


"Jonas Vingegaard’s wife says her widely discussed comments ahead of the 2025 Tour de France were misunderstood."
By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)










2026 Le Tour de France Femmes Live Streams


"2026 Tour de France Femmes August 1-9, Stage 3 (Geneva 
  Poligny, 156.5km)

Live video Monday from 9:45am U.S. Eastern, 6:45am Pacific - Finish at around 8:40am Pacific.

The race will be shown on Peacock and FloBikes starting at about 6:45am Pacific."

(cyclingfans.com)  Image via domestiquecycling.com
















Paula Blasi not surprised by controversy over her helper role in the Tour Femmes


"Paula Blasi secured the first white jersey on her debut in the Tour de France Femmes. The Spanish rider from UAE Team L'IMAD finished twelfth in Lausanne, eight seconds behind winner Lorena Wiebes, which was enough to claim the white jersey."
By Nick Doup (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found)







'Sorry to my team for failing them' - Rider misses time cut on Tour de France Femmes opening stage


"Alison Avoine finished less than two minutes outside the limit."
By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)








Movistar issues reassuring Marlen Reusser update after Tour de France Femmes crash


"Home favorite Marlen Reusser came through the Swiss opening stage despite suffering a worrying late crash."
By David Bavin-Hobbs (idlprocycling.com) (Image: Screenshot)







Tadej Pogacar beaten by German amateur on home climb for second year running


"Giving a 1,177-strong field a seven-minute head start, Tadej Pogačar was unable to reel in German rider Frederik Niessen on the slopes of Krvavec."
By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) Photo: Pogi Challenge










2026 Le Tour de France Femmes Live Streams


"2026 Tour de France Femmes August 1-9, Stage 2 (Aigle 
  Geneva, 147.9km)

Live video Sunday from 9:45am U.S. Eastern, 6:45am Pacific - Finish at around 8:50am Pacific.

The race will be shown on Peacock and FloBikes starting at about 6:15am Pacific."

(cyclingfans.com)  Image via domestiquecycling.com













Tour de France Femmes: Lorena Wiebes claims stage 1 victory and first yellow jersey with commanding uphill sprint


"Kim Le Court-Pienaar second, Demi Vollering third in crash-marred reduced group sprint into Lausanne."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)







Wiebes Blasts to Yellow in Lausanne


"The women finally took center stage - and if Stage 1 was any indication, the 2026 Tour de France Femmes could be even more exciting than ever with the last three winners all lining up - the race is wide open."
(pezcyclingnews.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)







Jury & Fines Tour de France Femmes 2026 Update Stage 1 - Pauline Ferrand-Prevot warned as four yellow cards and 2,250CHF in fines are handed out


"With only nine stages at the Tour de France Femmes, a relegation, time penalty or yellow card can carry consequences far beyond the immediate result."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Imago








Urška Žigart returns to Tour de France Femmes just 6 weeks after frightening crash


"The Slovenian star says a broken jaw gave her a new perspective as she prepares to support AG Insurance Soudal teammate Kim Le Court."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found)








Lorena Wiebes targets first yellow jersey: "Expect hectic day and very tough finish"


"Winning will not be an easy task for the sprinter from SD Worx Protime, as the finale is quite tough. "It’s going to be very hard, I expect a very challenging finish," she said before the start to our camera."
By Jeen de Jong (cyclingflash.com) (Photo via cyclingflash.com)







Marianne Vos sees chances in Tour opening stage but finale suits many riders


"Last year Marianne Vos pulled off a double on the first day of the Tour de France Femmes: a stage win and the yellow jersey. This year she is again considered one of the main favorites for victory in the opening stage. What are her own expectations?"
By Jeen de Jong (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found)







Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift 2026: Everything you need to know


"Route information, and key information following the presentation in Paris as the race takes on Mont Ventoux."
By Simon Richardson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)








'A truly special moment for our team' - FDJ United Suez announces major partnership with Red Bull at Tour de France Femmes


"Demi Vollering and co will now race in Red Bull helmets."
By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit via cyclingflash.com) 







'We're considering several options' - Mont Ventoux stage faces uncertainty at Tour de France Femmes


"Queen stage could be rerouted due to wildfires, with decision to be made on August 4th"
By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)










2026 Le Tour de France Femmes Live Streams


"2026 Tour de France Femmes August 1-9, Stage 1 (Lausanne → Lausanne, 138km)

Live video Saturday from 7:35am U.S. Eastern, 4:35am Pacific - Finish at around 8:45am Pacific.

The race will be shown on Peacock and FloBikes starting at about 6:45am Pacific."

(cyclingfans.com)  Image via domestiquecycling.com















Empower. Educate. Elevate.


"The Paul Sherwen Project was established to support the good that Paul was enacting in Uganda and across East Africa."
(paulsherwenproject.com)













Tour de Pologne: Jonathan Milan wins fast and furious sprint on stage 2


"Italian extends his lead in the overall classification."
By David Bavin-Hobbs (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)







Pogacar's Tour-Vuelta double bid: The lessons from those who tried before


"Jacques Anquetil did it in 1961 and Bernard Hinault followed suit in 1978, but the Tour de France-Vuelta a España double has been achieved just once in the three decades since the race moved to its current slot on the calendar."
By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)







Team Flanders Baloise to fold after 33 years as 15 riders face uncertain futures


"The Belgian ProTeam will cease operations at the end of the 2026 season after failing to secure the private funding required to continue."
By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) Photo: Jan De Meuleneir/Cor Vos







Two riders caught clinging to team car in latest Tour de Guadeloupe controversy


"The Tour de Guadeloupe has once again produced controversy after two dropped riders were filmed holding onto a team car while attempting to regain contact with the race."
By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Image Credit not Found)







Lappartient: ‘There will always be suspicion in cycling’ despite clean Tour de France


"Ongoing lack of ITA communiqués of positive doping tests from race is potential indication that 'there was nothing in the Tour."
(Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)







The madness of L’Alpe d’Huez during the Tour de France made for the best cycling adventure I’ve ever been on


"Liam goes on an epic adventure to one of the most legendary locations to ride a bike, with the trusty Cadence app leading the way."
By Liam Cahill (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson)







Salsa jumps onto the 32″ hype-train with the all-new Fargo offering an SM size for 5’2″ riders


" Drop-bar MTB geometry, and comfortable frame materials are the order of the day for Salsa’s 32-inch gravel bike."
By Liam Mercer (road.cc) (Image Credit: Salsa Cycles)










2026 Tour de Pologne Live Streams


"2026 Tour de Pologne August 3-9th, Stage 2 (Gdynia → Koszalin, 234.2km)

Live video Tuesday from 7:05am U.S. Eastern, 4:05am Pacific - Finish at around 7:30am Pacific.

The race will be shown on HBO Max and FloBikes starting at about 4:05am Pacific."

(procyclingstats.com) (Photo via domestiquecycling.com)















Let’s talk about Decathlon


"Don’t think of the French brand primarily as a purveyor of inexpensive sporting gear, but more like a multi-national sleeping giant."
By James Huang (nminus1bikes.substack.com) (Photo: Decathlon)







There will be more stages, UCI boss Lappartient hints at next step for Tour Femmes


"We really see that the organizer, ASO, tries to improve every year and adds something extra annually. So there will be more stages coming."
By Nick Doup (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found)







Yana Seel Issues Statement on Leaving UAE Team L'IMAD: "I Stepped Down from my Position"


"Yana Seel shared her side of the story in an official statement regarding her departure as CEO of UAE Team L'IMAD, the women's squad of UAE Emirates."
By Nick Doup (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found)







'I can’t believe I found this sport and this sport found me' - Emma Finucane makes history at Commonwealth Games


"Welshwoman first sprinter to win four golds at one Commonwealth Games, and best Welsh athlete ever."
By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com)(Image credit: SWpix.com/Alex Whitehead)







Former Giro d'Italia stage winner's 20-year ban for doping violations at junior squad


"The more usual four-year ban was drastically increased due to the involvement of young riders."
By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)







Specialized keeps its promise: The Cotton TLR surpasses the legendary Continental GP5000 S TR


"The new Specialized Cotton TLR dethrones the Continental GP5000 S TR in the reference lab for tires."
By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image Credit: Liam Cahill via road.cc)







Toon Aerts’ road season over after double kneecap fracture in Tour of Denmark crash


"The Belgian was riding strongly at the Tour of Denmark, but his luck changed dramatically during the final stage."
By David Bavin-Hobbs (idlprocycling.com) (Photo: X.com)







First Look: Praxis Expands Its Flat Pedal Lineup with Lighter, More Refined Brodium SL


"Praxis Works introduced the Podium flat pedals back in 2024, essentially creating a revised and modernized version of the Gamut Podium. Ultimately, Praxis changed the name to the Brodium, and those have remained the only flat pedal in the brand’s lineup ever since. Until today."
By Jeremy Benson (bikerumor.com) (All photos/Praxis, unless otherwise noted.)










2026 Tour de Pologne Live Streams


"2026 Tour de Pologne August 3-9th (Gdynia → Koszalin, 234.2km)

Live video Monday from 4:30am U.S. Eastern, 1:30am Pacific - Finish at around 7:30am Pacific.

The race will be shown on HBO Max and FloBikes starting at about 1:30am Pacific."

(procyclingstats.com) (Photo via domestiquecycling.com)












Tour of Denmark: Wout van Aert seals overall victory as Rasmus Søjberg Pedersen wins crash-marred stage 5 sprint


"Visma Lease a Bike rider takes second overall title in Danish stage race after 2018 victory."
By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)








“This overall victory really does mean something” - Wout van Aert seals rare GC win after dominant three-stage Tour of Denmark comeback


"Wout van Aert placed his Tour of Denmark victory among the more meaningful successes of his career after completing his return to racing with three stage wins and the overall title."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)







“If Jonas said he didn’t want to race again, I would understand” - Trine Vingegaard doubts 2026 return for Visma leader and sets record straight on past criticism


"Trine’s comments during the 2025 Tour caused controversy after she warned that Vingegaard was “burning the candle at both ends” and that Visma risked “squeezing the lemon too hard."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)








Elisa Balsamo vents frustration over teammates: "Always the same riders making mistakes"


"Elisa Balsamo was frustrated after the opening stage of the Tour de France Femmes. The sprinter for Lidl Trek was held back in the finale by a crash, causing her to lose contact with the front group. Afterwards, she expressed her frustrations to Eurosport about a certain teammate without naming anyone."
By Jorg (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found)







BBB Chester Flux sunglasses review: Budget wraparound riding sunglasses that match the big brands on looks and lens quality


"BBB Cycling's glasses offer you all the protection your eyes need when riding, and do so for a fraction of the cost of the well-known brands."
By Simon Richardson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future)










PostNord Tour of Denmark Stage 5 Live Stats


"PostNord Tour of Denmark
July 29-August 2, Stage 5 (Køge    Rødovre, 126km)

Live video Sunday from 6:25am U.S. Eastern, 3:25am Pacific - Finish at around 6:45am Pacific.

The race will be shown on HBO Max and FloBikes starting at about 4:30am Pacific."

(procyclingstats.com) (Photo via kolarsko.pl)













Tour of Denmark stage 4: Storm Ingebritsen holds off chasing pack to steal a sensational early breakaway victory


"Uno-X Mobility rider launches a move in final three kilometers as Wout van Aert retains lead."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)







Isaac del Toro contract talks on hold amid Paul Seixas uncertainty


"The Mexican champion’s current deal runs until the end of 2029, with no immediate contract talks planned following his Tour de France podium finish, according to Daniel Benson."
By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)








Euskaltel Euskadi signs Mikel Landa for two years, Victor Langellotti joins XDS Astana immediately


"It is August 1st, which means many teams announce their signings for next season, although since last year it is no longer forbidden to make transfers public before this date."
By Jorg (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found)








Tour stage winner Mauro Schmid leaves Jayco AlUla for Swiss team


"Mauro Schmid will ride for a team from his home country starting next year. The 26-year-old Swiss, who competed for Jayco AlUla over the past three seasons, has signed a contract with Pinarello Q36.5 until the end of 2027."
By Jeen de Jong (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found)







Alpecin Premier Tech strengthens classics squad with Iván García Cortina


"Alpecin Premier Tech has made its first move in the transfer season. The Belgian team welcomes the Spaniard Iván García Cortina, who will ride for Alpecin starting in 2027. Cortina transfers from Movistar."
By Jorg (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found)








Cycling transfers 2026/2027 - Every confirmed move so far


"From August 1, 2026, all WorldTour teams are officially permitted to sign riders for the coming seasons. Unsurprisingly, they are wasting little time."
By David Bavin-Hobbs (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit not Found)







Vingegaard hints at fresh stage race targets for 2027


"Jonas Vingegaard’s immediate focus remains on recovering from the broken collarbone that ended his Tour de France, but the Visma Lease a Bike leader is already considering how he can add another dimension to his career in 2027."
By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)







Roadside: Paris To Westrozebeke!


"Kermis in Belgium - beer, frites, and bike racing. On Sunday he watched the Tour final in Paris - Monday it was Westrozebeke."
By Edmond Hood (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found)







Wash your bike like a pro


"The Muc-Off Foam Sprayer is a fun way to clean bikes and create a rich foam."
(thesweetcyclists.com) (Credits not Found)










PostNord Tour of Denmark Stage 4 Live Stats


"PostNord Tour of Denmark
July 29-August 2, Stage 4 (Rudkøbing    Faaborg, 172.6km)

Live video Saturday 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."

(procyclingstats.com) (Photo via kolarsko.pl)








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"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."
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Brennan thunders to uphill victory in Vuelta a Burgos opener


"Visma Lease a Bike scored a one-two on Burgos' Alto del Castillo after Ben Tulett led out his compatriot Matthew Brennan to victory on stage 1 of the Vuelta a Burgos."
By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)








“ASO, what are you doing?” TNT Sports host Orla Chennaoui “pissed off” at Tour de France Femmes organizers over TV coverage branded a “disservice to women’s racing”


"There is a huge will to broadcast this race from start to finish, we need ASO to put it on,” Chennaoui said, after Sigrid Haugset’s stage-winning move took place before the TV cameras started rolling."
By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (Image Credit: Callum Devereux)







Time Trial Pacing Strategy: Should You Ride Even Power?


"This week’s Toolbox explores whether steady power or strategic surges produce the quickest ride, examining the latest sports science on pacing strategies, accelerations, fast starts, and why the answer changes depending on the length of your time trial."
By Stephen Cheung (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found)








UCI conducts chest-area kit checks at Tour de France Femmes TT


"Female official carried out pre-start inspections as the governing body monitored compliance with clothing regulations."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Photo via cyclingflash.com)







POC Devour Mid Bike Sunglasses + Extra Lens


"Very comfy with fantastic lenses, but don't play well with helmet vents - even POC ones."
By Ollie Smith (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson)







'It's good to be humbled. It tends to make you less of an idiot' - We rode up the longest continuous mountain pass in France, that you've probably never heard of


"Steve and Dan sought out the ascent in search of a little perspective; what they discovered was that they still cared about power numbers, even when presented with a sheer granite mountain face."
By Stephen Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Stephen Shrubsall)







UCI Team Rankings


"A post-Tour look at the team standings to see who is up and who is down."
(inrng.com) (Credits not Found)









2026 Vuelta a Burgos Live Streams


"Vuelta a Burgos August 4-8, Spain, Stage 1 (Gumiel de Izán → Burgos (Castillo), 65.0 km)

Live video Tuesday from 9:00am U.S. Eastern, 6:00am Pacific - Finish at around 7:45am Pacific."

(procyclingstats.com) (Photo  via  cyclinguptodate.com)













Tadej Pogačar to ride 2026 Vuelta a España, aiming to complete Grand Tour triple


"Five-time Tour de France winner returns to race for first time since 2019 for UAE Team Emirates XRG"
By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)






Mads Pedersen sets ambitious Vuelta target: ‘I want 15 before I stop’


"The Lidl Trek leader is targeting multiple stage victories in Spain and expects another showdown with Wout van Aert as he chases a major Grand Tour milestone."
By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)







Olympian Tinker Juarez, now 65, stuns young guns at Tour de Big Bear gravel race


"At 65 years old, Tinker Juarez beat an entire field of riders half his age on Saturday in Southern California. The two-time U.S. Olympic mountain biker finished second overall in the Dirty Bear 50-mile gravel race, crossing the line just 4 seconds behind 39 year-old winner Santino Marini."
Author: Craig Sakamoto (granfondodailynews.com) Photo Credit: Tinker Juarez







Scribe Elan Ultra 6 wheels review: Premium road racing wheelset that climbs as well as they roll


"An impressive blend of aerodynamics, low weight, and stiffness."
By Aaron Borrill (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Aaron Borrill)







Pogacar explains Prodhomme stare and 'Pantani' nickname after praising Decathlon rider's outstanding Tour


"Tadej Pogacar has explained his viral exchange with Nicolas Prodhomme on stage 20 of the Tour de France, while praising the Frenchman as one of the strongest riders in the race who deserved more recognition for his work."
By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) Photo: Kei Tsuji / Cor Vos








Fabio Jakobsen set for surprise move to Visma Lease a Bike


"A surprising transfer story emerged from the cycling world on Monday morning."
By David Bavin-Hobbs (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)







Garmin Cirqa Accuracy Deep-Dive Review (vs Whoop 5.0, Fitbit Air, Amazfit Helio, Polar Loop)


"This will probably be my rabbit-hole post of 2026, diving into the accuracy of not just Garmin Cirqa, but all of the screenless wearable bands currently on the market.This will probably be my rabbit-hole post of 2026, diving into the accuracy of not just Garmin Cirqa, but all of the screenless wearable bands currently on the market."
By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)







Rapha Pro Team Jersey II


"Breathable, comfortable, stylish and cool in the heat – and available in other colors!"
By George Hill (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson)







Robert Gesink reveals doping pressure as a young pro: “I thought I would have to join in”


"The Dutch climber spent his entire career with Rabobank and the team’s successors, living through several difficult chapters along the way."
By David Bavin-Hobbs (idlprocycling.com) Photo via cyclingnews.com















Tour de Pologne 2026 start list - Heavyweight sprint showdown on cards


"The 2026 Tour de Pologne begins in Gdynia on August 3 and concludes after seven stages in Wieliczka on August 9."
By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)









Einer Rubio speaks out after collision with car in Tour: "Learning from these cases"


"Einer Rubio has spoken out for the first time since his unfortunate crash on the nineteenth stage of the Tour de France. In a post on Instagram earlier this week, the Colombian provided an update and his perspective on the incident."
By Jorg (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit Dani Sánchez)







Remco Evenepoel reveals next major target after San Sebastián record


"Remco Evenepoel secured a record fourth victory at the Clásica San Sebastián, but his thoughts quickly shifted towards his main objective for the second half of the season: becoming World Champion in Canada."
By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)







Six-year ban for Saudi triathlete after steroid and EPO doping violations


"The International Testing Agency (ITA) confirmed on Friday 31 July 2026 that Saudi Arabian triathlete Abdulrahman Alghamdi has received a six-year period of ineligibility after testing positive for two prohibited substances, boldenone and CERA."
Author: John Woodson (granfondodailynews.com) Photo Credit: Kia Middle East and Africa







Gtechniq Tri-Clean


"The cleaning product I never knew I needed."
By Liam Mercer (road.cc) (Image Credit: Liam Mercer)







Check out this classic Pearson Cycles 531 winter trainer built by Ron Cooper, that was sold then bought back again


"No excuses not to ride in the winter with this bike. Unless it’s icy."
By Paul Grêlé (road.cc) (Image Credit: Paul Grêlé)













Evenepoel overcomes ill-timed bike change to seal record San Sebastian win


"Evenepoel beat Carapaz in a two-man sprint to the line to win the 46th edition of the Donostia San Sebastian Klasikoa."
By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) Photo: Luis Angel Gomez / Cor Vos







Evenepoel considers world championship after Basque record win: "Trying to become world champion"


"Remco Evenepoel won the Clásica San Sebastián today for the fourth time. This makes him the sole record holder for the most wins in the Basque one-day race. "
By Jeen de Jong (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found)







"I don't know where my life is going at the moment" - Robert Gesink opens up on life after losing his wife


"Nearly a year after the devastating loss of his wife Daisy, former Dutch cyclist Robert Gesink admits he is still searching for direction."
By Félix Serna (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found)







Pogacar wins hometown criterium as Vuelta decision looms on Monday


"Tadej Pogacar won his hometown criterium in Komenda after confirming that he will announce on Monday whether he will ride this year’s Vuelta a España."
By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) Photo: www.alesfevzer.com







Preview: Tour of Poland 2026 - A chance for João Almeida and a strong sprint field


"The cycling enthusiast does not have to fall into a black hole after the Tour de France. On one hand, the Tour de France Femmes and the Clásica San Sebastián await, but on Monday a new WorldTour stage race for men also begins."
By Niels Bastiaens (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found)







“Sometimes I would lock myself in a room and not see anyone” - Tadej Pogacar opens up on emotional comedown after fifth Tour de France victory


"Tadej Pogacar has admitted that the days immediately after the Tour de France can leave him exhausted, emotionally drained and sometimes wanting to shut himself away from everyone."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)






“I think the organizers are actually staging some of this” - George Bennett voices wild camera-motorbike conspiracy behind cycling’s dramatic finales


"George Bennett believes race organizers may be deliberately using camera motorbikes to manufacture dramatic finales, leaving sprint teams fighting an “arm wrestle” against vehicles helping breakaways stay clear."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Russell Jones / Cycling New Zealand via cyclingnews.com)







Evoc Road Bike Bag Pro


"Excellent balance of protection, practicality and minimal bike assembly for frequent travelers."
by Becky Dowds (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson)







‘The frame snapped eight times, but it has fixed my bad back’ - The highs and lows of cycling 2000 miles on a Raleigh Chopper


"Leukaemia sufferer Tim Bright is about to finish his round-Britain biking odyssey."
By Pat Kinsella (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Tim Bright)










2026 Clasica San Sebastian Live Streams


"2026 Clasica San Sebastian, August 1, Spain (San Sebastián → San Sebastián, 221.2km)

Live video Saturday from 8:30am U.S. Eastern, 5:30am Pacific - Finish at around 7:45am Pacific.

The race will be shown on FloBikes starting at about 5:50am Pacific."

(cyclingfans.com) Image via cyclinguptodate.com








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)








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