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Live Cyclocross: HG Cross Heerderstrand, Heerde - Saturday October 24th 2026 - Livestream, TV Info, Course Map, Results and More "The HG Cross (formerly the Exact Cross) heads to the Netherlands this Saturday for round 3 at the Heerderstrand recreation area in Heerde. Schedule
(Saturday, October 24th):
Elite
Women at 13:45 CET, 7:45am ET, 4:45am Pacific.
Elite
Men at 15:00 CET, 9:00am ET, 6:00am Pacific.
The
races will be shown on HBO Max starting at about 4:42am and
5:57am Pacific."
(cyclocross.social) (Credits not
Found)
5 Young Cyclocross Talents Ready to Challenge the Veterans "Former rider Lars van der Haar believes Ryan Kamp could be one of the riders to break through this season. At the same time, established names Joris Nieuwenhuis and Michael Vanthourenhout have also started strongly." (cyclingflash.com) foto: Fotopersburo Cor Vos (archief) Puck Pieterse on cyclocross return: 'I'll start when ready' "We will have to wait a little longer for Puck Pieterse to make her cyclocross comeback." By Nick Doup (cyclingflash.com) foto: Cor Vos Five key stages at the 2027 Tour de France: Alps, Pyrenees and time trials "With the 2027 Tour de France route revealed in Paris on Thursday, that means it's time to delve into the five key stages of the 2027 route, from a grueling day in the high mountains to a test against the clock." By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) ‘An alien like Pogacar can maybe do that’ - Denk not a fan of an Evenepoel Giro-Tour double "Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe has not decided which Grand Tour Evenepoel rides in 2027, but their chief executive would rather he picked one." By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Lance Armstrong has a warning about the 2027 Tour de France route: 'Won’t make it across the English Channel' "I’ll say it now: go watch it - the crowds will be amazing. But I was there in May, and it was so windy. If the weather’s bad there… some riders won’t make it across the English Channel." By David Bavin-Hobbs (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: Graham Watson via cyclingweekly.com) ‘We’re doing everything we can’ - Tour Down Under boss reveals push to bring Tadej Pogacar back to Australia "Tour Down Under race director Stuart O'Grady has revealed his efforts to bring Tadej Pogacar back to Australia, in January 2027." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Ralph Denk questions Remco Evenepoel’s 2027 Giro-Tour plan "it is still uncertain which grand tour or grand tours Evenepoel will ride in 2027." (cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotopersburo Cor Vos 2026 Bespoked Osaka: Cherubim All Road - Tamahagane "Blending traditional lines and Keisei tubing diameters with a modern integrated headtube can present some challenges." By John Watson (theradavist.com) Image: John Watson Tour of the Gila Sets 40th Anniversary Dates for April 28th to May 2nd, 2027 "The 40th anniversary edition of Tour of the Gila will occur over the bicycle race’s traditional dates on the spring calendar. Spanning five days." (socalcycling.com) (Credits not Found) Tour de France Femmes 2027: Britain start, first TTT and finish on Puy-de-Dôme "The route of the Tour de France Femmes 2027 has been unveiled." (cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotoburo Cor Vos Tour de France Femmes 2027 route analysis: Six stages that could decide yellow "The 2027 Tour de France Femmes ends on the Puy de Dôme, but the yellow jersey could be won or lost long before the final ascent." (procyclinguk.com) Photo via directvelo.com 'Every reason to aim for yellow' - Time trials give Evenepoel and Red Bull belief for 2027 Tour "The main contenders don’t tend to show up at the Tour de France route presentation these days, but Remco Evenepoel had a justifiable reason for his absence on Thursday." By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Visma Lease a Bike release first analysis of 2027 Tour de France route: 'Fewer riders making it to the top' "Head of Racing Marc Reef shared his thoughts after taking an initial look at the route." By Clarice Webster (idlprocycling.com) Photo: Bram Berkien 'Everyone should try some haggis' - Oscar Onley welcomes Scottish Tour de France Grand Départ "Netcompany rider expects huge crowds, Scottish flags and wants his teammates to try the local cuisine." Image: Jan De Meuleneir / Cor Vos Tour de France makes a deliberate choice to include more time-trial kilometers "The Tour de France will return to 71 time-trial kilometres in 2027, the highest total since 2012." (cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotopersburo Cor Vos Chris Froome expects closer 2027 Tour battle but backs Pogacar for sixth title "Four-time Tour de France winner Chris Froome believes the 71km of time trialing on the 2027 Tour de France route could “keep the GC battle more alive for a bit longer,” though he still anticipates defending champion Tadej Pogačar to be the obvious favorite for victory." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) Image: Jan De Meuleneir / Cor Vos Giro d’Italia vs Tour de France vs Vuelta: The key differences explained "Each lasts three weeks and consists of 21 stages, but the similarities can conceal very different races." (procyclinguk.com) (Image via etecture.de) Wahoo Kickr Headwind Review: Smart Cooling for Indoor Cycling "The Wahoo Kickr Headwind smart fan brings targeted airflow and automatic cooling to your indoor cycling setup." By Alastair Hamilton (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) How much fitter can you really get in 30 days? I used the cheapest indoor cycling software to find out "You’ve got just a month to get fit… can it be done? From a not-quite-standing start, Liam dials in to find out if an intense indoor riding program from icTrainer will have him pedaling (and running) faster and stronger after just 30 days." By Liam Cahill (road.cc) (Image Credit: Liam Cahill) Sven Nys questions UCI rule linking cyclocross points to road teams "The UCI says the new rule will bring more money and attention to cyclocross, but could it also threaten the traditional cyclocross team?" (cyclingnews.com) Image: YouTube Wout van Aert confirms cross return and Flanders dream for 2027 "Wout van Aert has confirmed that he will definitely return to cyclocross this winter. The Belgian is also setting his sights on winning the Tour of Flanders in 2027. "The Tour of Flanders is a race I dream of." (cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotopersburo Cor Vos Ralph Denk opens door for Remco Evenepoel's Paris Roubaix debut in 2027 "Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe CEO Ralph Denk has welcomed the possibility of Remco Evenepoel making his Paris Roubaix debut in 2027." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Marie Schreiber confident before European Championships: "But I do not really have any expectations" "Last Saturday, she had already won convincingly at Meulebeke, a Belgian cyclocross venue, and on Tuesday she was the strongest in the Nacht van Woerden, a Dutch night-time cyclocross race." (cyclingflash.com) (Credits not Found) 'It's only getting worse' - Lucinda Brand says recurring back pain is hurting her cornering after Woerden third "The world champion fought back from a poor start in the rain at Nacht van Woerden before the pain returned. She has now finished third twice in a row after opening her season with two wins." By Tim Bonville-Ginn (veloracycling.com) Cover image credit: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com "The season really hinges on the Tour de France" - Jonas Vingegaard's main goal for 2027 "A battle between Tadej Pogacar and Jonas Vingegaard at the 2027 Tour de France is already virtually certain." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Decathlon’s Swiss move explains late Seixas reinforcements, but may have cost the team a rising star to Visma "Decathlon CMA CGM has finally confirmed three major climbing reinforcements for Paul Seixas ahead of 2027." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) There’s another Vollering coming to the Women’s WorldTour "Bodine Vollering, sister of Tour de France Femmes winner Demi, is joining EF Education Oatly." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Image: Bodine Vollering/Instagram Michael Valgren joins Netcompany Ineos on two-year deal after 2026 Giro comeback "The 34-year-old Dane arrives following a remarkable return to winning form in 2026, highlighted by victories at Tirreno Adriatico and the Giro d’Italia." (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Vision Metron 60 RS SL Disc Carbon Road Wheelset review - Worth the premium price? "Verdict: Fast, light and well-engineered, but lacking anything truly outstanding to justify the premium price." By Matt Page (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) I’m not surprised elite cycling has toxic cultures, but it makes me glad I’m not part of it "British Cycling and Picnic PostNL both hit the headlines for workplace atmosphere last week, and they won’t be alone." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Tour de France 2027 may feature two time trials and epic Pyrenean stage "The confirmed Grand Départ of the 2027 Tour de France will take place in Edinburgh, with the first three stages being held in Great Britain." (cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotopersburo Cor Vos 'We need to practice what it's like to work together' - Matteo Jorgenson praises Ben Healy's role in Il Lombardia protest "Matteo Jorgenson has praised Ben Healy for taking the initiative behind the riders' safety protest at Il Lombardia, highlighting the importance of the peloton learning to act collectively on safety issues." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) As his career comes to an end, Bilbao reflects on three deceased teammates: 'It really drives home the risks of our sport' "After sixteen years as a pro, he looks back on all the good times - and all the bad." By Clarice Webster (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Soudal Quick Step ends 20-year Specialized partnership "Following almost twenty years of collaboration, the Belgian team will switch to Merida. “The end of an era” is how the team itself sums it up." (cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotopersburo Cor Vos Garmin launches Edge 1060 GPS bike computer with voice control, alongside new Edge Explore 3 "The new flagship Edge 1060 adds hands-free voice commands, smarter navigation and a larger touchscreen, while the Edge Explore 3 and Explore 3 Plus offer more accessible options." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) Pogačar gets his own action figure and animated series as Continental unveils exclusive tires "Continental has just presented a limited edition of one of its most popular road tires, the Grand Prix 5000 S TR, developed in collaboration with Tadej Pogačar." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) Image: O País Do Ciclismo via X.com 'I have many journeys still to come' - Ben O'Connor reflects on going too deep in 2026 "In an exclusive interview, the Australian looks back at his season and the mistakes that meant he 'dug his own grave." By Stephen Farrand (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Jonas Vingegaard is already looking ahead to 2027: "Season stands or falls with Tour de France" "Jonas Vingegaard was already discussing his plans for 2027 with his teammates after his season-ending crash in the Tour de France." (cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotopersburo Cor Vos "The Paul Sherwen Project was established to support the good that Paul was enacting in Uganda and across East Africa." (paulsherwenproject.com) |
Coros Dura 2 Solar In-Depth Review: The Good, the Bad, and The Ugly "Coros has just announced the new Dura 2, a unit that more than doubles the price of the existing and now discontinued Dura 1, while still maintaining it’s industry-leading battery life claims." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker) Gear Break: Harvest Time - Q36.5 Cool(er) Weather Kit, Garmin Edge 1060, Tacx Nēra, BlackHeart Road Ti, Hutchinson FlashAir, Continental 32” Dubnital "Garmin dropped a new flagship computer and a new smart trainer on the same day. BlackHeart polishes its titanium road bike. Hutchinson joins the electric pump fight, and Continental joins the 32” wheel party. Let’s get into the gear!" By Andy Rohrer (pezcyclingnews.com) Image: Chuck Peña Tom Pidcock climbs to fifth in UCI ranking as Pinarello Q36.5 aim high after signing Ciccone and Schmid "Swiss-based ProTeam outperformed six WorldTour rivals to finish 12th in the UCI team ranking and have strengthened their roster significantly for 2027." By Stephen Farrand (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Tim Merlier: 'The green jersey is not a big goal for me' "The Belgian has 2,000 meters of climbing to survive on the road to Carlisle, a route he thinks offers fewer bunch sprints than advertised, and a teammate who may take his place." By Peter Stuart (veloracycling.com) Cover image credit: Zac Williams/SWpix.com Tour de France 2027 route - Stage-by-stage guide "From the Grand Départ in Edinburgh to the final showdown in Paris, here is everything you need to know about the full route and all 21 stages of the 2027 Tour de France." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) 71km of time trialing presents a new challenge for Pogacar "The road to victory in Paris still runs through Tadej Pogacar, who will find familiar terrain on the Grand Colombier and the Col du Portet as he chases a record sixth win." By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Visma boss Plugge opens door for Matthew Brennan’s Tour debut after Vuelta breakthrough "Matthew Brennan's hopes of making his Tour de France debut on home roads in 2027 have received another boost." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) Image: AUTO / Cor Vos ‘An enormous change:’ Pogacar’s agent Carera explains why cycling stars are leaving teams early "Cycling agent Alex Carera explains why the sport’s biggest teams are increasingly willing to pay to get their man." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) Image: Massimo Fulgenzi / Cor Vos 2027 Tour de France Route "The Tour de France routes for 2027 are out and here is a stage-by-stage look at the men’s course. It runs between Friday 2 July and Sunday 25 July 2027." (inrng.com) (Image credit: ASO) Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes routes revealed for 2027 "Both races start in Great Britain, with the men tackling the Col du Portet and two time trials before Paris, while the women’s race features a first-ever team time trial and a final showdown on the Puy-de-Dôme." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Tour de France reveals new 2027 leaders’ jerseys as iconic green and white designs get a makeover "Castelli has unveiled its first collection of Tour de France leaders' jerseys in more than three decades, with a striking update to the green and white jersey among the changes for 2027." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) Image: Castelli Here's how Tom Pidcock could make the 2027 Tour de France work for him "If Pinarello Q36.5 line up at the start of the Tour with Tom Pidcock as leader, here's how the Brit could make the route, which features 71 kilometers of time trial, work for him." (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingweekly.com) Richard Plugge on 2027 Tour: “Not necessarily for the very best climbers” "The 2027 Tour de France route favors all-rounders more than climbers, according to Richard Plugge, team manager of Visma Lease a Bike." (cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotopersburo Cor Vos Jolanda Neff: “I want to become a better rider at Fenix Premier Tech” "The Swiss all-rounder is extremely enthusiastic about her new team and, above all, remains highly ambitious for the years ahead." (cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotopersburo Cor Vos Coros Dura 2 Solar GPS computer gets larger touchscreen, voice control and off-line rerouting "New model comes with a 3.5in touchscreen and an aluminium/carbon new look." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) Cane Creek Invert Tuxedo: Limited Edition Gravel Suspension "Invert is the most fun you’ve ever had on gravel. It smooths your ride and gives unbelievable control so you can relax into rough roads, loose turns, and steep descents." (theradavist.com) Photo via canecreek.com BlackHeart Bike Co Road Ti "Premium 3/2.5 double-butted titanium tubing and dropped, slightly curved seatstays deliver a smooth yet snappy ride, while a kammtail downtube, one-piece carbon cockpit, and fully integrated cabling give little away to the fastest bikes on the road, regardless of material." (theradavist.com) (Credits not Found) Visma Lease a Bike interested in Primož Roglič return "Three years after leaving Visma Lease a Bike, former team leader Primož Roglič has been contacted by the Dutch WorldTeam about a possible return." (cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotopersburo Cor Vos Mads Pedersen welcomes Filippo Ganna to Lidl Trek: 'Sometimes I'll lose because of it, other times I'll win' "The Dane believes the Italian's arrival could make a significant difference in the Classics, giving the team another option in the finales rather than relying solely on him." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) "It doesn't feel like Ineos aren't able to sign big leaders" - Is the British team putting all its chips on Noval Jr.? "Netcompany Ineos has lost Filippo Ganna mid-contract but has announced plenty signings in recent weeks." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) ‘There are a lot of riders on the street’ - Vercouillie forced to drop to Continental level despite breakthrough victory "Victor Vercouillie claimed the biggest victory of his career at the Eneco Tour, but the Belgian's breakthrough has come too late to secure his professional future." By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Women’s pro cycling FTP records: What do the power numbers really tell us? "How much power can the best women professional cyclists produce, and is there a record for the highest functional threshold power?" (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingweekly.com) The lactate product Pogačar used at the Tour is now on sale: What it promises and what the science says "One of the sports nutrition products that generated the most anticipation during the Tour de France 2026 has just hit the market." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) Photo via enervit.com Retiring? Quitting? Stopping "It’s time to start asking: what’s next?" By Joe Laverick (joelaverick.com) (Image Credit not Found) Head-to-head: Specialized Aethos 2 vs Ari Suncrest bike reviews "There’s something special about a road bike that’s purely built around low weight and excellent ride quality, and the feeling of effortlessly floating up into the clouds that it gives you." By James Huang (nminus1bikes.substack.com)(Image credit: Richard Butcher via cyclingweekly.com) Lauf Grit 3rd Gen suspension fork: A thoughtful and maintanence-free suspension fork alternative "Verdict: Smoothens out the gravel with very little weight penalty, a little pricey though." By Ty Rutherford (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) “Every off-road discipline deserves real suspension” - Öhlins unveils its first ever suspension fork for gravel bikes "With only 300 units available worldwide, Öhlins has stepped into the gravel suspension game." By Liam Mercer (road.cc) (Image Credit: Öhlins) Garmin Revamps and Opens Up Connect Developer API Program: All the Details "For hobbyists, this is a huge win. A massive one. This is the first time that Garmin has provided access (and instant access) to their API for individual users to grab and play with their own data without having to deal with manual .FIT file uploads/management." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker) Marie Schreiber and Joris Nieuwenhuis win 2026 Nacht van Woerden under the lights "Marie Schreiber and Joris Nieuwenhuis took the elite victories at the 2026 Nacht van Woerden, mastering a wet and increasingly slippery three-kilometer circuit through the center of Woerden." (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) UCI WorldTeam and ProTeam Rankings "The 2026 season has finished and here is a look at the UCI rankings for the year. There’s the three year promotion and relegation contest to note. More immediately we can see which teams are eligible for invites to the major races next year, assuming they’re viable." (inrng.com) (Image credit: ASO) ‘We willingly let Richie go’ - Vaughters explains EF Education ’s 15 percent budget cut "The team let Carapaz leave a year early because the alternative was worse, and the arithmetic of a lost sponsor and rising costs left few other places to find the money." By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Ben O’Connor returns to Decathlon "The Australian is back with the French team after 2 years at Jayco AlUla." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by Chris Auld via outsideonline.com Garmin Edge 1060 Cycling GPS Hands-On: Everything You Need to Know! "The new Edge 1060 got what is best described as ‘upgrades around the Edges’. It’s got a slimmed-down case, added an internal microphone for voice control and voice messaging, some new USB-C port features (and location), as well as some new routing-related features." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker) Irony of the day: Michael Rasmussen criticizes the lack of information about Jonas Vingegaard's whereabouts "It’s been several months now since we’ve heard anything official from Jonas Vingegaard. That’s now drawing criticism in Denmark, from Michael Rasmussen of all people." By David Bavin-Hobbs (idlprocycling.com) Image via cyclingnews.com Pro cycling transfers for 2027: Ben O'Connor returns to Decathlon CMA CGM, Netcompany Ineos sign eighth "Keep up to date with all the latest confirmed transfers with Cycling Weekly." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Garmin launches new Tacx Nēra smart trainer with built-in motion pods and WiFi connectivity "The Nēra removes the need for an expensive extra adapter to connect over WiFi - but the additional movement while you pedal is now not optional as it was on the Tacx Neo 3M." By Jack Sexty (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson)
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2027 Tour de France Femmes Route "A look at the Tour de France Femmes route for 2027. It runs from Friday 30 July to Saturday, August 7th." (inrng.com) (Image credit: ASO) Tour boss Prudhomme doubts Pogačar can return to his best "The Tour de France director has presented a brand-new route for the 2027 race that will put the Slovenian to the test, but it remains uncertain whether he can fully recover." (cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotopersburo Cor Vos Evenepoel gets a helping hand, but the Tour cannot be Pogacar-proofed "At this point in Tadej Pogacar’s reign, trying to engineer suspense at the Tour de France is akin to using road signs to divert the path of a meteor." By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Visma Lease a Bike weighs options for final 2027 roster spot "The team currently has 29 riders, and it became clear on Wednesday that they are interested, among other things, in bringing back Primož Roglič." By Youri IJnsen (cyclingflash.com) foto: LaPresse The 10 best cycling transfers of 2026: Evenepoel leads, but who else delivered? "Remco Evenepoel's move to Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe dominated the headlines, but he was far from the only rider to thrive after changing teams." By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) How can cycling improve safety without wiping races off the calendar? "Ex-pro turned race director Fabian Wegmann says he’s doing all he can to improve safety as an organizer, but is financially limited in how far he can go." By Callum Devereux (road.cc) (Image Credit: Castelli/ASO) Allen Smart Suction Go Compact Bike Rack review - Bluetooth sensors greatly mitigate suction cup anxiety "Verdict: Compact, reassuring and excellent value, with smart monitoring that makes suction transport feel less like an act of faith." By Sam Smith (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) How do cycling teams pick their leaders for each race? "A team’s strongest rider is not automatically its leader for every race." (procyclinguk.com) (Photo: Markus Spiske/Unsplash via outsideonline.com) From 120 to 140 grams per hour, how far can nutrition go in cycling? "Two decades ago, it was common to consume around 60 grams of carbohydrates per hour; currently, the nutrition strategies of teams can reach up to 120 grams. But is that really the limit of the body?" By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) Photo via enervit.com Netcompany to give super talent Benjamín Noval 'biggest contract in history for a rider of his age' before 2027 WorldTour debut "The 18-year-old's remarkable performances in the junior ranks have already prompted the team to secure his long-term future." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) Image: Brian Hodes / BettiniPhoto / Cor Vos 'This draws a line under the brand we knew and loved' - Cannondale to restructure and close US headquarters in move to Europe, with layoffs expected "West Coast base to open in US, with unified sales model with other Pon.Bike brands." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Aurela Nerlo gets two-year ban after positive Ligandrol test "The Polish cyclist, who finished second in the Omloop Het Nieuwsblad in spring 2025, says she never knowingly took the banned substance." (cyclingflash.com) foto: Cor Vos Mario Cipollini: sprint dominance, publicity and a difficult legacy "His record includes 42 Giro d’Italia stage victories, 12 Tour de France stages, three Giro points classifications, Milan Sanremo and the 2002 world road race title." (Image credit: Watson via cyclingweekly.com) Maxence Chavanel joins TotalEnergies development team "18-year-old Maxence Chavanel, son of former professional Sylvain Chavanel, has signed a contract with Vendée U Primeo Energie, TotalEnergies' development team." (cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotopersburo Cor Vos Lotto Intermarché tests the limits of carbohydrate intake "Lotto Intermarché is testing whether professional riders can process more than the current benchmark of 120 grams of carbohydrates per hour." (cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotopersburo Cor Vos Look G85 Cezal RS "A Lighter, Stiffer Take on Race Gravel. Gravel bikes keep getting faster, but not every brand agrees on how to pursue speed." By Byron (bikehugger.com) (Image Credit not Found) 'More pedestrians are killed each year by cows than by cyclists' ""There are lies, damn lies, and statistics." By Pat Kinsella (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Gaciron Bird Nest 300G Aero Saddle Bag with Magnetic Smart Taillight review - Storage, lighting and a Garmin Varia mount "Verdict: All-in-one storage and lighting solution that gets just about everything right." By Henry Winchester (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) Garmin Edge 1050 vs Wahoo Elemnt ACE: Which is better? "The Edge 1050 focuses on extensive training tools, navigation and a connected cycling ecosystem. The Elemnt ACE brings a larger screen, a relatively straightforward interface and Wahoo’s new airspeed sensor." (procyclinguk.com) (procyclinguk.com) (Credits not Found) Image: Matt Phillips via bicycling.com How to watch the 2027 Tour de France route presentation: Live stream and TV by country "The routes for the 2027 Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes will be unveiled on Thursday, October 22nd at 2:00am Pacific." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Accell crisis delays Picnic PostNL’s 2027 WorldTour license "Financial problems at Accell Group, the parent company of bike sponsor Lapierre, mean the Dutch team needs more time to submit the required documents to the UCI, the international cycling union, the team tells Domestique." (cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotopersburo Cor Vos Diego Ulissi to retire after the 2027 season "It will mark the end of an 18-year career for the Italian. Ulissi still has a contract with XDS Astana through the end of 2027, but will call it a day after that." (cyclingflash.com) (Credits not Found) Paula Blasi signs three-year deal with Movistar "Paula Blasi will ride for Movistar next year, ending the uncertainty over her future. The Spanish star is making the much-discussed move from UAE Team L'IMAD and has signed a three-year contract." (cyclingflash.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) The Gold standard: Pogacar and UAE remain top of the charts in the 2026 victory rankings "UAE Team Emirates XRG topped the charts in the 2026 victory rankings, spearheaded by the phenomenon that is Tadej Pogacar." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Iván Sosa joins EF Education EasyPost for 2027 after Kern Pharma comeback "The 28-year-old Colombian climber has rebuilt his results during 2026, winning a mountain stage at the Tour of Türkiye and finishing fourth on a demanding stage of the Vuelta a España." (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Sprinting, climbing and classics power secured by Decathlon with a new round of renewals - "Extending these riders’ contracts is essential" "Decathlon CMA CGM Team announced the signing of three riders this past Tuesday, and on Wednesday morning they have announced the renewal of three key riders." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) Bike Shop Marketing: What Works for Independent Shops in 2026 "The bike shop marketing that works in 2026 is local, owned and relationship-based." (socalcycling.com) Stay loose, pick your line, and session to success: 7 things gravel riders can learn from MTB "If you’ve recently taken to gravel riding, you might have already realized that it often requires a bit more technical know-how than riding on the road. Here’s how you can channel your inner mountain biker to improve your offroad skills." By Liam Mercer (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) No More Lost Bottles: The Unlikely Story Behind Fidlock "From carrying a cello by bicycle to rethinking how road and gravel riders carry bottles, phones and gear." By PEZ Crew (pezcyclingnews.com) Images: Fidlock Ronan Augé returns to France with part of his face still paralyzed "Ronan Augé has taken an important step in his recovery: the 22-year-old rider has now left Malaysia and returned to his home country, France." (cyclingflash.com) foto: Unibet Rose Rocket TotalEnergies missing from UCI’s 2027 list but still targeting license "This does not mean that the French team will not be part of the professional peloton next year. Behind the scenes, the team is continuing its efforts to secure a license for 2027." (cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotopersburo Cor Vos Netcompany Ineos sign Javier Romo: “He can make a real difference” "Geraint Thomas believes the 27-year-old Spaniard can make a real difference in a wide range of races." (cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotopersburo Cor Vos Greg LeMond on Pogačar, Seixas and living with cancer: 'He is the next Hinault' "These guys win Tours by 10 minutes. Hinault was like that. And Seixas is the next Hinault. If he keeps being right in his head, he has the talent to win the Tour." By David Bavin-Hobbs (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: Wilhelm Westergren/SWpix.com via cyclingnews.com) Pavel Sivakov joins Decathlon CMA CGM to back Paul Seixas "Paul Seixas will have a new climbing lieutenant for 2027, with Pavel Sivakov joining Decathlon CMA CGM on a three-year contract. The French team announced the 29-year-old climber's arrival on Tuesday." (cyclingflash.com) Image: Fotopersburo Cor Vos Why is bike servicing so expensive? "Charge $80 an hour, and customers are aghast; the Undercover Mechanic outlines where the cash goes and why spanner wielders aren't all driving around in Ferraris" By Undercover Mechanic (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Coconut Water Magic? "TOOLBOX: Even more than training, the field of nutrition is full of commercial interests and marketing masquerading as sound “science.” One of the latest fashionable trends is drinking coconut water for health and hydration, but is it all it’s cracked up to be?" By Stephen Cheung (pezcyclingnews.com) Image: diginfoguru.com Povec Sunglasses Change Tint in A Second "Anyone who rides regularly has experienced it. You’re moving from bright sun into tree cover. Diving through a tunnel, or cresting a ridge just as the sun drops low on the horizon." By Byron (bikehugger.com) (Image Credit not Found) Søren Kragh Andersen linked with TotalEnergies for 2027 "According to L'Équipe, the French national sports newspaper, Søren Kragh Andersen is set to join TotalEnergies after two disappointing years at Lidl Trek." (cyclingflash.com) (Credits not Found) The White Line: Ending Vulnerable Road User Deaths by 2035 "The impact our work is having on families, communities, and the future of our streets. We’ve proven that when we come together, change happens. Help us take this fight further." (www.thewhiteline.org) |
