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January 26, 2021





Shimano's neutral service bikes: What's under the blue paint?

Byoverlay"A pro bike analysis of a different kind. We take a closer look at the blue bikes that make up Shimano's neutral service." By Colin Levitch (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Colin Levitch)

January 26, 2021





Romain Bardet still to decide on 2021 Grand Tour plans at DSM.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Romain Bardet (Team DSM) has yet to decide if he will join fellow countryman Thibaut Pinot (Groupama FDJ) in riding the Giro d’Italia instead of the Tour de France this season." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Team DSM)

January 26, 2021





Eric Young leads 10-rider roster for Elevate Webiplex Pro Cycling.

Byoverlay"The Elevate Webiplex Pro Cycling Team returns as a UCI Continental team in 2021 with four new faces on its 10-rider roster. Three young Americans have been added this year - Tyrel Fuchs, Eddy Huntsman and Eli Husted." By Jackie Tyson (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Lucy Thornton)

January 26, 2021





Racing without a team: Santos Festival of Cycling’s lone raider Alana Forster.

Byoverlay"The emergency department doctor, twice awarded the most competitive rider, placed 26 on GC while racing solo." By Simone Giuliani (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Sarah Reed)

January 26, 2021





130 years of Cycling - How it all began.

Byoverlay"Cycling Weekly magazine celebrates its 130th year through 2021. The story of how it all began is one of quiet revolution inspired by a group of young men in a drastically changing cycling scene." By Simon Smythe (cyclingweekly.com) (Image Credit not Found)

January 26, 2021





Moots Vamoots RCS: US brand launches all-new titanium bike that can do ‘just about anything.’

Byoverlay"The bike is designed to cover a mix of ever-changing surfaces: Smooth pavement, rougher chipseal, and well maintained dirt roads that are common fare in Routt County, the home of Moots." By Simon Smythe (cyclingweekly.com) (Image Credit not Found)

January 26, 2021





Jaegher Ascender Pure + Classified, a custom 1x 2x Di2 stainless steel all-road bike for Tom Boonen.

Byoverlay"Starting with the Jaegher premium, custom stainless steel Ascender Pure road bike, the bike is one of the first to get Classified Cycling’s unique electronic, internally shifting hub to double the gear range of the otherwise single ring Dura-Ace Di2 drivetrain." By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) all photos c. Jaegher & Classified Cycling

January 26, 2021





Sportful clothing: Details, pricing and highlights.

Byoverlay"Want to know your Giara from your Fiandre? Here's everything you need to know about the latest range of Sportful clothing." By Colin Levitch (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Sportful)

January 26, 2021





road.cc’s Best Cycling Clothing of the Year 2020/21.

Byoverlay"Check out the very best kit that we've reviewed over the past 12 months, with products for every season." By Anna Marie Hughes (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)

January 26, 2021





Specialized S-works Ares Road Shoes Review.

Byoverlay"These shoes really are world class. Light, stiff and comfy, but as always premium products come at a premium price. Pitched as the fastest road shoe ever made, developed entirely around the Specialized sprint riders." By Jack Schofield (cyclestore.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)

January 26, 2021



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January 25, 2021





Editor’s Choice: Zap’s big screen of 2020.

Byoverlay"Catching up with my year in review before it gets too late.


I’ve made some additions to encompass the full year…

And if you’ll indulge me, some more personal inclusions."

By Zap (roadbikeaction.com) (Image Credit not Found)

January 25, 2021





Boonen vs Cancellara: Best of enemies.

Byoverlay
"Rivalries are an integral part of the entertainment of sport. They elevate the great to the iconic."
By Sadhbh O'Shea (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

January 25, 2021





Best eBike motors: Everything you need to know.

Byoverlay"The eBike motor is integral to the frame and cannot be easily swapped like other components, so here's everything you need to know before you buy your next electric bike." By Lance Branquinho (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Specialized )

January 25, 2021





Gore cycling clothing 2021 overview.

Byoverlay"Gore cycling clothing is a byword for waterproof excellence, but with terms like C5 and Infinium, it can be confusing. Here's everything you need to know." By Guy Kesteven (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Gore)

January 25, 2021





USA Crits to offer $150,000 purse to 10 women’s teams and 14 men’s teams.

(velonews.com)overlay"All 10 races in the 2021 USA Crits series will be live-streamed for free on usacrits.tv with a total of 20 days of races to be broadcast during the season." (velonews.com) Photo: Visit Dallas DNA

January 25, 2021





Minoura's 2021 indoor training lineup includes smart trainers and hybrid rollers.

Byoverlay"A pioneer in indoor cycling equipment launches smart trainers at a few price points." By Greg Kaplan (velonews.com) Photo: Courtesy Minoura

January 25, 2021





An end to data doping: Could this body motion sensor revolutionize indoor cycling?

Byoverlay"Incus would use body measuring technology to alter how an avatar looks depending on whether the rider is in the drops, out of the saddle, sitting upright to climb or descending, as well as changing their CdA (drag) in game." By Simon Smythe (cyclingweekly.com) Photo: James Poole

January 25, 2021





Boardman SLR 8.8 road bike review.

Byoverlay"The Boardman SLR 8.8's well thought-out spec leads to a ride that surpasses its budget pricetag." By Paul Norman (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)

January 25, 2021



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Lorrenzo Manzin wins Classica Comunitat Valenciana.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Frenchman, Lorrenzo Manzin, outsprints Mikel Aristi (Spa), Amaury Capiot (Bel)." (cyclingnews.com) (Photos: teamtotaldirectenergie.com)

January 24, 2021





Luke Durbridge, Sarah Gigante seal overall at Santos Festival of Cycling.

(velonews.com)overlay"Having both held comfortable leads in the GC after stage 3 Saturday, the duo safely navigated the final criterium in Adelaide to seal their victories. The men’s race was won from a sprint by Sam Welsford (Garmin Australia) as Durbridge finished in the pack behind." (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

January 24, 2021





Santos Festival of Cycling: Welsford takes stage 4 while Durbridge holds firm on GC.

Byoverlay"Sam Welsford (Team Garmin Australia) showed just why he’s wearing the Australian criterium champion’s jersey, taking victory on stage 4 at the Santos Festival of Cycling while Luke Durbridge (Team BikeExchange) took  the overall jersey." By Simone Giuliani (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

January 24, 2021









VeloFix: Your local Bike Shop, on wheels.

(velofix.com)"overlay"I use VeloFix and I am extremely happy with their service and price. My local mechanic is Thai Nguyen who is very prompt when I call, does great work and is always ready to go the extra mile for me. Highly recommended! - Doug." Advertisement (velofix.com)





January 26, 2021





Florida offers to host Olympics if Tokyo organizers are forced to cancel.

(cyclingmagazine.ca)overlay"Jimmy Patronis, Florida’s chief financial officer, reached out to International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Thomas Bach to offer his Florida as an alternative site for the upcoming Summer Games in case the Tokyo event is canceled." (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Photo by: Unsplash/Alex Smith

January 26, 2021





Sven and Thibau Nys: The past and future of cyclocross.

Byoverlay"Merckx, Nys, Zabel, Backstedt, Van Poppel, Knetemann, Roche, Dekker - all big names in the history of cycling. Their sons or daughters follow in their footsteps." By José Been (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)

January 26, 2021





World Cyclocross Championships confirmed to go forward by UCI, Belgian officials.

(velonews.com)overlay"Stricter health measures are in place, and event organizer asks fans to ‘enjoy it from the living room." (velonews.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)

January 26, 2021





Mathieu van der Poel: It will be 50-50 with Van Aert at the Worlds.

(cycling.today)overlay"Unbeaten since December 27 - he won the last five cyclocross races he had raced - Mathieu van der Poel had to accept the defeat in Overijse behind a stronger Wout Van Aert." (cycling.today) (Credit not Found)

January 26, 2021





Vuelta a Murcia latest February race postponed.

Byoverlay"The category 2.1 race was due to go ahead on February 12-13, but the organizers stated on Tuesday that it has been compelled to postpone the race until May 21-22." By Alasdair Fotheringham (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image)

January 26, 2021





Amateur rider banned for four years after positive doping test for salbutamol.

Byoverlay"The unnamed Dutch rider has spoken publicly about his positive test from 2019, after finishing third in an amateur race in the Netherlands, which has resulted in a harsh suspension from racing." By Alex Ballinger (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by Yegor AleyevTASS via Getty Images)

January 26, 2021





Wahoo's new Kickr Direct Connect cable system will eradicate dropouts for good.

Byoverlay"Wahoo-developed ethernet cable system designed to reliably hardwire a computer system or home network router to your smart turbo trainer." By Lance Branquinho (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Wahoo)

January 26, 2021





Fasted Riding? Fad or Fact?

Byoverlay"I found the idea of fasted training an interesting topic and it remains one of my favorite training tactics nearly 4 years later. What is it and is it right for you?" By Scott Steele (pezcyclingnews.com)  (Photo: Cor Vos)

January 26, 2021





Scott Addict RC 20 road bike test.

(roadbikeaction.com)overlay"The Addict RC 20 Disc is made with Scott’s HMX carbon layup. Scott offers three different levels for the Addict line, including the HMX SL that is only available in the Addict Ultimate, and the HMF, which is used in the entry-level Addict 30." (roadbikeaction.com) (Credit not Found)

January 26, 2021





Can your electronic device run Zwift?

Byoverlay
"You have more options than you think - here are the Zwift compatible devices."
By Lily Hansen-Gillis (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found)

January 26, 2021



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January 25, 2021





Cyclocross World Championships set to go ahead.

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"The UCI has already canceled the Junior races but Elite and Under 23 races for men and women are still scheduled. As part of a 20-page protocol, riders, team staff, media and everyone allowed to attend the races have to show proof of a negative PCR test." (cyclingweekly.com) (Getty Images Sport)

January 25, 2021





Van der Poel, Alvarado headline Dutch team for 'cross Worlds.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Dutch federation aiming for four titles at UCI Cyclocross World Championships with Bakker and Kamp also favorites" (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images Sport)

January 25, 2021





2021 Team Trends: A Superficial, Relative Assessment.

Byoverlay"Just busting through the offseason doldrums, wondering when racing is going to... oh wait, there’s racing right now? Kinda maybe? Something in New Zealand? Well, hope springs anew and the GP La Marseillaise hasn’t said no yet." By Chris Fontecchio (podiumcafe.com)Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images

January 25, 2021





Top 5 road bike trends for 2021.

(bikeradar.com)overlay"Road bike technology refuses to stand still - bike brands won’t have that - but what’s in store for the year ahead?" (bikeradar.com) (Credit not Found)

January 25, 2021





Movistar are launching an e-racing team and they're looking for riders.

Byoverlay"The successful riders will walk away with a one-year contract with Movistar’s all-new e-racing team, which will come with a host of additional benefits besides the WorldTour kudos." By Josh Croxton (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Zwift)

January 25, 2021





Trek Domane AL Disc 4 review: An astounding and affordable all-roader.

Byoverlay"Much like Trek’s more premium carbon fiber Domane offerings, this new aluminum version aims to offer plenty of versatility via combining (super-)wide tire clearance with a comfortable fit and a sporty road-bike feel." By Dave Rome (cyclingtips.com) photo by Tim Bardsley-Smith & Dave Rome

January 25, 2021





MT Zoom Ultralight Inline Carbon Seatpost review.

Byoverlay"At 148g, the MT Zoom Ultralight Inline Carbon Seatpost is probably the lightest seatpost we've ever tested. This narrow, 27.2mm version performed perfectly for our test." By Matt Page (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)

January 25, 2021





Electric bike deals: Discounts on road, hybrid and mountain eBikes.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Electric bikes promise the world but often fail to deliver, instead, save money on quality eBikes with our pick of the best electric bike deals." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Courtesy)

January 25, 2021



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Cyclocross World Cup: Wout van Aert, Ceylin del Carmen Alvarado win final round in Overijse.

(velonews.com)overlay"Van Aert and Lucinda Brand wrap up World Cup overall with world championships approaching next weekend." (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

January 24, 2021





Alvarado wins elite women's Cyclocross World Cup in Overijse.

Byoverlay"World champion Ceylin Del Carmen Alvarado (Alpecin Fenix) used her technical ability to ride away from her rivals and clinch victory in the final World Cup round at Overijse." By Ben Goddard (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

January 24, 2021








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January 26, 2021





Groenewegen received police protection after death threats.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"In an interview with Dutch magazine Helden, the Jumbo Visma sprinter recounted how one package delivered to his home contained a noose for him and his partner to hang their newborn child." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

January 26, 2021





Team Sky doctor complicit in doping.

(roadbikeaction.com)overlay"A tribunal into the conduct of former British Cycling doctor Richard Freeman was told Monday that its “inextricable conclusion” must be that he ordered testosterone for doping purposes." (roadbikeaction.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image)

January 26, 2021





‘I’m just a kid from Slovenia’: How the Tour de France yellow jersey failed to change the life of Tadej Pogačar.

Byoverlay"The 22-year-old Slovenian is a likeable champion, and currently preparing for his first season as a Tour de France winner." By Jonny Long (cyclingweekly.com)(Tadej Pogačar/Instagram/Getty)

January 26, 2021





Grand (Tour) Plans: Who's racing where in 2021.

Byoverlay"Pogačar aims for Tour de France and Vuelta, Pinot and Nibali target the Giro d'Italia, Froome could ride both." By Patrick Fletcher (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

January 26, 2021





Bevin predicts 2021 season will 'have the same sense of urgency as 2020.'.

Byoverlay"New Israel Start-Up Nation recruit set on repeating 2019 time trialing success." By Alasdair Fotheringham (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Israel Start-Up Nation)

January 26, 2021





Power Analysis: Zwift team time trial vs Tirreno Adriatico team time trial.

(velonews.com)overlay"Take a dive into the numbers from two different TTTs - one on Zwift and one from the 2018 Tirreno Adriatico - and see just how realistic Zwift is." (velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/TDWSport.com)

January 26, 2021





Endurance Sports Industry Suffers Over $1 Billion Loss Due to Mandates and Shutdowns.

(SoCalCycling.com)overlay"California Coalition of Endurance Sports Reports Projected Loss of Over $1 Billion in Economic Activity and $70mm in Charitable Contributions Due to Mandates" (SoCalCycling.com) (Credit not Found)

January 26, 2021





Campagnolo N3W in detail: How Campy’s new freehub body fits all 10-13 speed cassettes.

Byoverlay"The middle of last year Campagnolo came out with an all-new N3W freehub body standard that is unique in that it is both forward AND backwards-compatible." By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)

January 26, 2021





Bike Test: Canyon Endurace CF SL Disc 8.0.

(roadbikeaction.com)overlay"As famous as Canyon has become as a pro-level race bike, the Endurace is a bike best suited for the non-racer looking for a bike that delivers steady handling and plenty of compliance." (roadbikeaction.com) (Credit not Found)

January 26, 2021





Oakley launches customization program with “40-million different combinations.”

Byoverlay"Depending on the exact model of sunglasses, you can customize the color and specifications of a number of different components."By Jack Luke (bikeradar.com) Oakley

January 26, 2021



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Closing argument: Tribunal is told that Freeman ordered testosterone ‘to dope a rider.’

(cyclingtips.com)overlay"Freeman is accused of having ordered Testogel packets to British Cycling headquarters in 2011 “knowing or believing” the drug was for an athlete." (cyclingtips.com) By Dane Cash (Image Credit not Found)

January 25, 2021





Will Barta’s 2021 season delayed by broken leg.

(velonews.com)overlay"The new addition to the EF Education Nippo team is recovering from a collision with a dog last month." (velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)

January 25, 2021





Tara Gins denied management role due to previous modeling photoshoots.

Byoverlay"Gins, 30, who rode in the women’s pro ranks between 2016 and 2020, and became the race director for the women’s version of Driedaagse Brugge-De Panne." By Kirsten Frattini (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Tara Gins)

January 25, 2021





Peloton braces for disruptions as European race calendar draws closer.

Byoverlay"A wave of early season cancellations and worsening health conditions in Europe have pro teams on edge again." By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) Photo: Marcio Machado

January 25, 2021





24 Teams Are Selected as 2021 USA CRITS D1 Teams.

(socalcycling.com)"overlay"14 men’s teams and 10 women’s teams will race across the 10 USA CRITS national calendar events as D1 Teams." (socalcycling.com)

January 25, 2021





Ben O'Connor: Change of scenery at AG2R Citröen is perfect for me.

Byoverlay"The 25-year-old, who moves on from four years at the South African team to join AG2R Citröen, which has undergone a full rebuild through the winter." By Daniel Ostanek (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Vincent Curutchet / AG2R Citröen)

January 25, 2021





Everything You Need To Know About Electronic Drivetrains.

Byoverlay"Upgrading or updating your bike to an electronic drivetrain is slowly becoming more affordable, and makes a lot of sense." By Joe Lindsey (bicycling.co.za) (Image Credit not Found)

January 25, 2021





Richie Porte's new Pinarello Dogma F12.

Byoverlay"Back to Pinarello for the Tasmanian, we take a closer look at his ride from the Santos Festival of Cycling." By Colin Levitch (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Kevin Anderson)

January 25, 2021





road.cc’s Best Cycling Wheels of the Year 2020/21.

Byoverlay"Wheels are often the biggest upgrade that we make to our bikes, and here are the very best that we've reviewed on road.cc over the past year." By Liam Cahill (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)

January 25, 2021



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Sorry Taya, your new rollerless chain isn’t an innovation.

Byoverlay"Rollerless chains are nothing new. They were the industrial staple until the late 1800s when roller chains came in and took over due to significant benefits in system wear resistance." By Dave Rome (cyclingtips.com) (Image Credit not Found)

January 24, 2021





Jumbo Visma rally around Tom Dumoulin but start to look ahead.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"There are also riders who will seize the opportunity. Spots become available in beautiful races’ says Zeeman" (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

January 24, 2021





Retired Belgian pro refused DS work on men’s team because of ‘inappropriate’ photos.

Byoverlay"Tara Gins says an unnamed men's team revoked a verbal agreement for work in light of 'inappropriate' photos taken during a paid modelling shoot." By Jonny Long (cyclingweekly.com)Tara Gins (Tara Gins/Instagram)

January 24, 2021







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