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"Schedule (Thursday, November 5th):

Women at 18:30 CET, 12:30pm ET, 9:30am Pacific.

Men at 20:30 CET, 2:30pm ET, 11:30am Pacific.

The races will be shown on HBO Max starting at about 9:20am and 11:20am Pacific."

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European cyclocross championships: 100 steps and a whole lot of racing


"A revamped old-school course and a long list of challengers should make for an intriguing championship weekend."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found)







“I can’t stand that arrogance” - Sven Nys fumes at son Thibau’s tactics before dramatic Koppenbergcross victory


"Sven Nys criticized his son’s decision to sit towards the back of the leading group during Sunday’s Koppenbergcross, arguing that Thibau had left himself vulnerable to crashes ahead."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: ProShots








"Anatomy of a G.O.A.T." - 45-minute long film on Tadej Pogacar features praise from Merckx, Contador and Thomas


"Eddy Merckx has said that Tadej Pogacar is above him. On a 45-minute long film that will be released this Saturday, November 7th, Tadej Pogacar's career and life will be showcased to cycling fans worldwide."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Imago







Stella Hobbs Winner of Big Sugar: How Self-Belief and Smart Preparation Delivered a Life Time Grand Prix Victory


"From Montana group rides to a solo win in Bentonville, the analytical mind behind one of gravel’s most dramatic finales, and what she plans to do next."
By James Ion (progravelmagazine.substack.com) (Image credit: Life Time via cyclingnews.com)











2027 Giro d’Italia Route


"The 2027 Giro d’Italia route has been unveiled. Here’s a stage-by-stage look at the men’s race and some thoughts and data on the course."
(inrng.com) (Image Credit not Found)







Giro d'Italia Women 2027 Route - Stage-by-stage guide


"From the Grande Partenza in Viareggio to the Monte Bianco final showdown, here is everything you need to know about the full route and all 9 stages of the 2027 Giro d'Italia Women."
By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Image credit: RCS/Giro d'Italia Women via cyclingweekly.com)







Double Mortirolo, Gavia and the Zoncolan: where the 2027 Giro d'Italia will be won and lost


"Three GC tests in the first nine days, a 37.3km time trial before the final rest day, then six stages without a break. The route rewards a complete rider, and sprinters will count their chances on one hand."
By Tim Bonville-Ginn (veloracycling.com) Cover image credit: Simone Spada / LaPresse







Visma Lease a Bike sees varied Giro route: "That adds an extra dimension to the race"


"The team of defending champion Jonas Vingegaard, is already looking ahead to the three-week race as the Dane prepares to defend his title."
(cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotopersburo Cor Vos








'If I was Paul Seixas I'd have no doubts and choose to ride' - Vincenzo Nibali calls on Frenchman to target victory at the 2027 Giro d'Italia


"The last Italian Giro winner names Pogacar as the natural favorite if he chooses to ride and tips Pellizzari, Piganzoli, and Ciccone to do well."
By Stephen Farrand (domestiquecycling.com) Image: Ilario Biondi / Cor Vos







"I got goosebumps" - Italian Grand Tour hopeful eyes emotional homecoming as 2027 Giro d'Italia offers chance to fulfill childhood dream


"Antonio Tiberi could finally fulfil a childhood dream at the 2027 Giro d'Italia, with the newly unveiled route taking the Bahrain Victorious rider close to home for a summit finish on Monte Livata."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Alamy via cyclingnews.com)







2027 Giro d’Italia and Tour de France: Key differences and similarities


"The Vuelta a España has yet to present its route, but the courses for the upcoming editions of the Giro d'Italia and Tour de France are already known."
(cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotopersburo Cor Vos







Primoz Roglic transfer update as one team reportedly out of race to sign Slovenian - Red Bull rider's future remains unclear ahead of 2027 season


"The future of Primoz Roglic remains unclear as the Slovenian heads into the final weeks of 2026 without a confirmed contract for the 2027 season."
By Gavin Quinn (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)







Is Bianchi in crisis?


"Years of losses land long-standing company in financial difficulty."
By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)













Giro d'Italia 2027 route to feature Mortirolo, Gavia and Zoncolan, but also two time trials


"3,418km with 50,250m of climbing for 110th edition of Italian Grand Tour."
By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)







'A demanding route' - Mountain time trial and Alpine finale star in Giro d'Italia Women 2027 course


"Race to feature 5,000m more climbing than in 2026."
By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)







Giro d’Italia Women 2027 route features three mountain stages and time trial


"The Giro d'Italia Women 2027 is tailor-made for climbers. The route's three demanding mountain stages and uphill time trial will be the key factors in the general classification."
(cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotopersburo Cor Vos







'I can basically do everything normal now' - Tadej Pogačar bounces back from three fractured vertebrae, likely to aim for Classics


"Five-time Tour de France champion says he is "happy to be alive" after serious crash at Vuelta a España."
By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)







Jens Voigt thinks Lipowitz has best chance at Giro d'Italia 2027: 'The next logical step would be to win'


"Voigt suggests that Lipowitz might have to switch to the Giro d'Italia. Because Pogačar doesn't normally compete there."
By Clarice Webster (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit not Found)







Bianchi faces major financial problems


"Bianchi reportedly suffered a loss of €28 million between 2023 and 2025 and has debts of around €100 million."
(cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotopersburo Cor Vos







Only 11 WorldTour spots remain for 2027 as dozens seek teams


"With WorldTour places in short supply, the pressure is mounting on riders who are still without a team for 2027."
(cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotopersburo Cor Vos







Galibier Ultra Rain Jacket review - Impressively breathable and impressively priced


"Verdict: Rugged and protective yet impressively breathable – especially for the even more impressive price."
By Steve Williams (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson)







Men to watch in cyclocross during the 2026–27 season


"Thibau Nys’s first cyclocross appearance of the 2026–27 season produced one of the most revealing races of the autumn."
(procyclinguk.com) Photo via getouttheremag.com











How Did The 'Neo-Pros To Watch' Fare?


"In January ten neo-pros were picked to watch. When predictions are made it’s helpful to return and see how things turned out so here’s a look at how their first season went."
(inrng.com) (Credits not Found)







More change at EF Education as senior sports director Charly Wegelius leaves for Tudor Pro Cycling


"A chapter is closing but that happens in life and in sport,' Wegelius tells Domestique after 15 years with the US-registered team."
By Stephen Farrand (domestiquecycling.com)








Lorenzo Finn, cycling’s new prodigy, joins the WorldTour at just 19


"Lorenzo Finn is 19 years old and has already won two World Championships, the Giro Next Gen, and the Tour de l'Avenir. His trajectory has made him one of the most promising young talents in international cycling."
By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)







Women to watch in cyclocross during the 2026–27 season


"Lucinda Brand is already winning races, but the women’s 2026–27 cyclocross season has several stories beyond the world champion’s early dominance."
(procyclinguk.com) Photo via cyclingmagazine.ca







Lidl Trek unveils 2027 development squad headlined by rider who rivaled Van der Poel in Luxembourg


"The roster includes several riders moving up from junior racing, alongside returning members and new recruits expected to gain experience across a varied international calendar."
By Félix Serna (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)







Exposure Strada 13 RS review - Beautifully made with excellent auto-dimming technology


"Verdict: High quality light with good run-time and clever AKTiv dimming technology."
By Dave Atkinson (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson)













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










UAE manager Matxin: ‘Pogačar will be even better in 2027’


"Joxean Matxin Fernández, the sporting manager of UAE Emirates XRG, expects Tadej Pogacar to return stronger in 2027 after suffering three fractured vertebrae in his crash in the Vuelta."
(cyclingflash.com) (Credits not Found)







Evenepoel has a Giro to win, but Belgium wants him at the Tour


"With the routes of both the 2027 Giro d'Italia and Tour de France now on the table, Remco Evenepoel has a decision to make."
By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)







'Don't be surprised when you get to the top of the mountain' - How Decathlon prepared Felix Gall to descend at the Giro


"Video of every descent, roads ridden in advance and four descents flagged as flat-out before the race began. Luke Rowe explains the work behind Gall's second place overall in Rome."
By Tim Bonville-Ginn (veloracycling.com) Cover image credit: Zac Williams/SWpix.com







‘I don’t believe in it’ - Luke Rowe challenges descending coaches after Felix Gall’s Giro breakthrough


"Felix Gall's problems on descents have followed him for years. Decathlon CMA CGM found a way to limit the damage at the Giro d'Italia, although Luke Rowe isn't convinced a descending coach would have helped."
By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)







Two Grand Tours, two abandonments: Cian Uijtdebroeks' troubled first year at Movistar raises big questions


"Cian Uijtdebroeks' first season at Movistar Team has fallen short of expectations."
By Juan Larra (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)








Geraint Thomas sees positives in Netcompany Ineos season


"Geraint Thomas believes Netcompany Ineos’ 36 victories in 2026 failed to mask the fact that the British team did not achieve a major win."
(cyclingflash.com) (Credits not Found)












Jayco AlUla unveil youngest squad in over a decade, Durbridge retires


"The team will begin the new cycling season with a significantly revamped squad, while also saying goodbye to one of its leading figures in January."
(cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotopersburo Cor Vos







'It's more than a team' - Why Mikel Landa came home to Euskaltel Euskadi


"He always retained close links with the Euskadi project and he closes the circle by returning for the 2027 season. Why? "It's more than just a team," he told us."
By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)







’The word ‘finally’ comes up often’ - Van Aert says Roubaix win brought joy rather than relief


"The Belgian believes Paris Roubaix is one of the few Monuments he can realistically win, but admits the Tour of Flanders has become harder with Pogačar and Evenepoel in the peloton."
By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)







Bardiani manager accuses rival ProTeams of race manipulation and threatens legal action over Grand Tour exclusion


"Bardiani CSF 7 Saber manager Bruno Reverberi claims races were deliberately manipulated to keep his team out of the UCI's top 30 ranking and says he is prepared to take his fight to the Court of Arbitration for Sport."
By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)







Tadej Pogačar to help world champion Brandon McNulty in 2027


"Brandon McNulty will race as world champion in 2027, but Tadej Pogacar remains UAE Emirates XRG's clear leader."
(cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotopersburo Cor Vos









"What do I want? What Visma achieved" - Tadej Pogacar's UAE boss sets sights on historic Giro-Tour-Vuelta treble in 2027


"Tadej Pogacar has helped UAE Team Emirates XRG rewrite cycling's record books, but one historic achievement still belongs exclusively to their biggest rivals."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com)








La Vuelta Femenina becomes ‘by Lidl’ as supermarket takes men's red jersey in five-race deal


"The supermarket that owns Lidl Trek will become a main partner of both Vueltas, Itzulia Basque Country, Clásica San Sebastián and the Volta a Catalunya, with leader's jersey rights at three of them."
By Peter Stuart (veloracycling.com) Cover image credit: A.S.O - Cxcling - Toni Baixauli







Nearly 400 watts for 90 minutes - The extraordinary power demands of riding at the front for Tadej Pogacar's UAE team


"Mikkel Bjerg has revealed the extraordinary power figures required to control races for UAE Team Emirates XRG, recalling an effort at the Tour of Flanders that saw him average almost 400 watts for an hour and a half."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Photo: Cor Vos via escapecollective.com)







Silca Makes the Fastest Clog Charms


"Silca spent two years on research, prototyping, and wind-tunnel testing to develop the world’s most aerodynamic pair of foam slip-in clogs."
(theradavist.com) (Credits not Found)







So about those bike lane removal arrests


"Four people arrested during Etobicoke bike lane protests are challenging their charges and release conditions, with their lawyers arguing police are trying to discourage dissent."
Image: Cycle Toronto











The Giro wants stars - Will Seixas answer the call in 2027?


"The 2027 Giro d'Italia route was presented in Rome on Tuesday and, in keeping with recent years, it has been designed to help riders with designs on doubling up at the Tour de France."
By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)







Kasia Niewiadoma Phinney, Mathieu van der Poel and Marianne Vos headline Rouleur Live 2026


"The annual show takes place at the Truman Brewery in London, November 12th to the 14th."
By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)







Ambitious new Greek cycling team takes shape as surprise Pinarello Q36.5 link emerges


"A new Greek-backed cycling project is taking shape for 2027, with Italian leadership, a potential major sponsor and an unexpected connection to Tom Pidcock's Pinarello Q36.5 team."
By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)







'I’m sure I will come back stronger' - Pauline Ferrand-Prévot searching for 'joy' on bike after 'nothing' at Tour de France Femmes


"Former Tour winner said her "never-ending off-season was so needed."
By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)







Decathlon CMA CGM has built a team around Seixas, but not everyone is happy: 'I didn’t find my footing in this environment'


"You’d think that every French talent would be perfectly at home with the new powerhouse in cycling, but that’s not the case for everyone."
By Clarice Webster (idlprocycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos via escapecollective.com)







Behind the Scenes with GU Energy’s Dr. Roxanne Vogel


"While many brands lean into a science-heavy and serious messaging built around big carbohydrate numbers, GU, from the outside looking in, positions itself as solution-oriented and flavor-forward."
By Alex Winnicki (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found)







Bottles secured by elastic bands, a top-tube bag, and wireless blips: Gravel Burn setup of a stage winner


"The disruptively designed, Karoo-taming Wilier Rave SLR ID2 of Mattia De Marchi."
By Aaron Borrill (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Fahwaaz Cornelius)







Honda’s new RN0 eMTB reveals that there’s a new Shimano eBike motor incoming


"It’s the bike industry’s new worst kept secret, as Honda has done Shimano’s job in announcing the component giant’s return to the eBike motor market."
By Liam Mercer (road.cc) (Image Credit: Honda)







$1 million in pre-orders in just over a day: Lemmo 3 eBike obliterates funding target


"Full-suspension longtail eBike comes with a claimed 110-mile range and AI-powered automatic shifting, and it has smashed its crowdfunding target with four weeks of its campaign still to run."
By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit: Lemmo)










"He'd better get used to it as quickly as possible" - Paul Seixas sent warning by former Tour de France stage winner after breakthrough season


"Paul Seixas has emerged as one of the biggest names in cycling after a remarkable breakthrough season. Finishing fourth place at the Tour de France and winning Il Lombardia, the Decathlon CMA CGM rider has the world at his feet."
By Gavin Quinn (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)







Tadej Pogačar in a Red Bull shirt? Photo of world champion sparks uncertainty


"Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe has confirmed that Lorenzo Finn will join the team in 2027, and the Italian super-talent bears a striking resemblance to Tadej Pogacar in the team’s announcement"
(cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotopersburo Cor Vos








'Nothing is obligatory' - Fem van Empel completes Koppenberg a year after abandoning and promises to tell her ‘real story'


"Eighth from the back row in Oudenaarde, the three-time world champion is measuring herself against last week rather than the winner, and does not expect peak form at Saturday's European Championships in Zeddam."
By Tim Bonville-Ginn (veloracycling.com) Cover image credit: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com







Sam Bennett’s future remains uncertain


"Sam Bennett still has no contract for 2027. Could the former Tour de France green jersey winner be nearing the end of his career?"
(cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotopersburo Cor Vos







‘You won't win a Monument without me’ - Mads Pedersen reveals amusing claim from Lidl Trek wonderkid


"Héctor Álvarez jokingly told Mads Pedersen that the Dane would need him in the line-up if he wanted to win a Monument in 2027."
By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) Photo: Luca Bettini / Cor Vos







Primoz Roglic's future could be decided this week before he headlines the Taiwan Masters Ride


"Slovenian faces a final decision on racing in 2027 or calling time on his successful career."
By Stephen Farrand (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)








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"We provide education, tools, resources, and inspiration that touch on every aspect of life: physical, emotional, intellectual, social, and financial."
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‘I don’t see why he wouldn’t ride’ - Decathlon teammate drops telling hint about Paul Seixas’ Tour de France plans


"Paul Seixas may have left the door open to riding the Giro d’Italia instead of the Tour de France in 2027, but his Decathlon CMA CGM teammate Tobias Lund Andresen is not convinced the Frenchman will skip his home Grand Tour."
By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) Photo: Luca Bettini / Cor Vos







Specialized Tarmac: the evolution of an icon


"It's 20-year-plus history has made this road bike a favorite of pros and amateurs, and an icon in its own right."
By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Specialized)







Giro d'Italia 2027 offers Tadej Pogacar an irresistible temptation: Will he abandon his Vuelta plans for the Corsa Rosa?


"The route for the 2027 Giro d'Italia has been unveiled, and there is plenty to suggest it could become one of the highlights of next season."
By Jorge Borreguero (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found)







"Seixas will also really like this route" - Belgian pundit would not be surprised to see Paul Seixas Giro debut in 2027


"Paul Seixas has emerged as one of the riders who could benefit from the mountainous 2027 Giro d'Italia route, with Eurosport commentator Jeroen Vanbelleghem backing the Frenchman to relish the challenge if he makes his debut in Italy."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Marco Bertorello/Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)







The Traka World Series 2027 Is Born: One Format, One Champion, One Calendar


"After the introduction of the “By The Traka” concept in 2026, the Gravel Earth Series has become “The Traka World Series”. We look at what’s new, and what’s missing."
By James Ion (progravelmagazine.substack.com) Photo Credit: The Traka via cyclingweekly.com











Kevin Vermaerke helped Pogacar, Del Toro and McNulty - UAE's busiest rider of 2026 is an American and guided the team to multiple wins


"In his debut season, the American has become a valuable piece for the Emirati team, aiding Tadej Pogacar; racing all-year round, and proving to be a true workhorse."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)








Decathlon's Swiss move promises huge savings - But France could spoil the plan


"Decathlon CMA CGM's move to Switzerland could save the team up to €900,000 a year on a single rider, according to Eurosport."
By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)







Jan Bakelants: Giro-Tour double could reveal Remco Evenepoel's fear


"Jan Bakelants warns that Remco Evenepoel should focus entirely on the Tour de France in 2027, rather than riding both the Giro d'Italia and the French Grand Tour."
(cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotopersburo Cor Vos







‘Let’s see what I can do’ - Megan Guarnier opens the door to racing again at 41


"Two children, IVF and the loss of her husband to cancer: in the years since retiring, Guarnier has lived a whole other life. Now, at 41, she’s back racing and curious to see how far she can go."
Anne Marije Rook (dnlbenson.substack.com)  (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)







Time trial world champion Ryan Gal joins Alpecin Premier Tech


"World time trial champion Ryan Gal will move from Metec Solarwatt to Alpecin Premier Tech’s development team this winter."
By Youri IJnsen (cyclingflash.com) foto: Cor Vos








Aike Visbeek: “Unibet Rose Rockets still have a lot of potential”


"Unibet Rose Rockets will appoint Aike Visbeek as Head of Racing starting January 1st, 2027."
(cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotopersburo Cor Vos







Ravemen FR1100 review - A bright and compact front light for under your out-front bike computer mount


"Verdict: Compact and powerful, but could be improved."
By Dave Atkinson (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson)







Which former pro has run the fastest marathon: Tom Dumoulin versus Lance Armstrong, Adam Yates and more


"Tom Dumoulin impressed last Sunday with a personal marathon record in New York."
By Clarice Webster (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit not Found)








"Purely from results, I'd say it definitely wasn't good" - Geraint Thomas faces reality of rebuilding Ineos's fallen Tour de France empire


"It is a striking assessment from someone who spent his entire professional career with the organization, having joined Team Sky at its inception in 2010."
(Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)







'Sticking Plasters' - Kostüme founder Ed Bartlett on why the industry's sustainability efforts miss the point


"Kostüme makes only what it has sold, then spends the money it would have lost on waste on Italian construction. Ed Bartlett explains the arithmetic, the wait, and why the established brands will struggle to follow."
By Peter Stuart (veloracycling.com) Cover image credit: Fergus Coyle Photo











Hyrox is one of the world's fastest growing sports, can cycling learn from its success?


"Thousands of people are taking up Hyrox, while participation in road cycling appears to be declining. Why?"
By Pat Kinsella (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)







Wout Poels extends Unibet Rose Rockets contract through 2027


"Wout Poels has confirmed that he will continue racing for another season at the age of 39."
(cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotopersburo Cor Vos







Johan Bruyneel urges Paul Seixas to pick Visma: 'Vingegaard is not going to win the Tour'


"Bruyneel doesn't see a future for Seixas at Decathlon. "If he had wanted to stay with Decathlon, he would have signed by now," the Belgian reasons."
(Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)







Aubin Sparfel Wants to Race Cyclocross Throughout his Career: 'I'm Not Paul Seixas'


"After his breakthrough road season, including stage wins in the Giro Next Gen and Tour de l'Avenir, 20-year-old Frenchman Aubin Sparfel has chosen to race 18 cyclocross events this winter for Decathlon CMA CGM."
(cyclingflash.com) foto: Wielerflits







'Challenging and accessible' - Why is hill-climbing one of the only bike racing disciplines that's thriving?


"Hill-climbing numbers have enjoyed a significant boost this season."
By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future/Andy Jones)








Pivot launches its first road bike - But has the US mountain bike brand played it too safe with the Pravia?


"The new Pivot Pravia promises race-level speed, efficiency and handling from a more comfortable position and the top build costs $12K - is it enough to compete in today's market?"
By Simon Smythe (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Pivot)








Lloyds Tour of Britain Hits Record 4.5m Global Viewers as Women’s Race Viewership Soars 292%


"The continued growth of the Lloyds Tour of Britain, both in audiences and engagement, has strengthened its commercial appeal, attracting new partners and investment, while delivering increased exposure and value for existing partners and host authorities."
(bikebiz.com) (Credits not Found)







Why do your legs feel heavy when you start a workout, only for that feeling to disappear later?


"The legs feel heavy, it's hard to find the rhythm, and the effort feels surprisingly high. After a while, everything changes and you start to feel much better."
By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) Photo via cyclingnews.com







It took one of the most barbaric crimes in living memory to stop the online vitriol against cyclists


"Last week I wrote about a scumbag in the US who deliberately drove into a group of cyclists then argued that he shouldn’t be punished for it, and how sections of the media across the pond seem to share the same beliefs."
By George Hill (road.cc) (Image Credit: Family handout)











Thibau Nys draws 14,000 fans to Koppenberg: 'Cross is not dead'


"Thibau Nys drew an estimated 13,000 to 14,000 spectators to the Koppenberg, providing a dramatic reversal of recent concerns about declining crowds at Belgian cyclocross races."
By Niels Bastiaens (cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotopersburo Cor Vos







Vuelta considers making the Angliru even tougher with new gravel proposal


"The Vuelta a España is considering a proposal to add gravel sections to the Alto de l'Angliru, one of the toughest climbs in professional cycling."
By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)







Still got it: Dumoulin flies in New York to set a new personal best


"Tom Dumoulin continues to improve his records as a long-distance runner. The winner of the 2017 Giro d'Italia has completed the New York Marathon in 2:27:12, lowering his mark by more than two minutes from the time he achieved just a year ago."
By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) Image: Facebook







Marianne Vos vs Annemiek van Vleuten achievements and careers compared


"Marianne Vos and Annemiek van Vleuten belong in any serious discussion of the greatest riders in women’s cycling, but they built their records in strikingly different ways."
(procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)







"Give him the benefit of the doubt" - Could Mathieu van der Poel and Wout van Aert be about to meet their match in Cyclocross?


"Mathieu van der Poel and Wout van Aert have been warned that one Cyclocross rider could be set to rival their dominance on the discipline when either rider returns to the mud this winter."
By Gavin Quinn (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found)







Get ready to ride with the all new EMP compact electric pump and premium quality multi-tools from SKS


"We look at German cycle engineering at its finest with SKS’s exciting new electric mini-pump, plus two ready-for-anything multi-tools."
By road.cc Tech (road.cc) (Image Credit: SKS)







The White Line: Ending Vulnerable Road User Deaths by 2035



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