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Daily News: February 7, 2021




February 7, 2021





Tim Wellens wins Étoile de Bèsseges.

Byoverlay"Tim Wellens (Lotto Soudal) took the overall victory at the Étoile de Bèsseges, riding a solid final time trial to finish in fourth place on the stage and secure the orange jersey in Alès." By Daniel Ostanek (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

February 7, 2021





Australian Road Championships: Cameron Meyer defends elite men's road race title.

Byoverlay"Cameron Meyer (Team BikeExchange) defended his elite men’s road race title at the 2021 Federation University Road National Championships, winning from a group of seven after an unpredictable final couple of laps." By Simone Giuliani (cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Con Chronis)

February 7, 2021





Sarah Roy, Cameron Meyer take Australian road race nationals.

(velonews.com)overlay"Sarah Roy and Cameron Meyer took the titles in Buninyong to take a clean sweep for the Aussie team, Team Bike Exchange, and reward a day of dominance from the WorldTour outfit." (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

February 7, 2021





Boasson Hagen looks ahead to Opening Weekend after Étoile de Bessèges crash.

Byoverlay"I guess it might seem a bit strange to see me on a French team after all these years, but I like the change that it’s brought and the fact that it presents me with some new challenges." By Peter Cossins (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

February 7, 2021





SKS Raceblade Pro XL Stealth Series Mudguard Set.

Byoverlay"The SKS Race Blade Pro XL Stealth Series Mudguard Set has adjustability that is quick and easy to dial, and is impressively effective at keeping you dry both front and rear." By Anna Marie Hughes (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)

February 7, 2021





2021 Etoile de Besseges Live Feed.

(cycling.today)overlay
"Etoile de Besseges 2021 - Stage 5 Sunday, February 7th.

Stage 5 starts at 12:45pm CET (6:45am U.S. Eastern).

Finish at around 4:42pm CET (10:42am U.S. Eastern).

Live video from 2:00pm CET (8:00am U.S. Eastern)."
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February 5, 2021



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Sarah Roy solos to Australian road race title.

Byoverlay"Sarah Roy (Bike Exchange) will wear the green and gold bands for the next 12 months after riding to a strong solo victory at the Australian Road National Championships." By Matt de Neef (cyclingtips.com) (Image Credit not Found)

February 6, 2021





Étoile de Bèsseges: Filippo Ganna wins stage 4.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The time trial world champion attacked his all-day breakaway companions in the final kilometers and soloed to victory in Saint Siffret." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

February 6, 2021





Vincenzo Nibali: I'm getting stronger day by day.

Byoverlay"Trek Segafredo leader happy with the way his form has been building at Ètoile de Bessèges." By Peter Cossins (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

February 6, 2021





Stewart thriving in Groupama FDJ leadership role at Étoile de Bessèges.

Byoverlay"Young British sprinter has quickly found his feet and is looking to the Classics with confidence." By Peter Cossins (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image)

February 6, 2021





Australian Road Championships: Thomas Benton wins men's U23 road race.

Byoverlay"Thomas Benton (InForm TMX Make) won the under 23 road race at the 2021 Federation University Road National Championships, coming across the line solo after heading off with a break of five on the very first lap." By Simone Giuliani (cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Con Chronis)

February 6, 2021





Wide-open Australian nationals men's road race set for drama.

(sbs.com.au)overlay"It's a different approach to the nationals this year, but one that should see a ferocious fight for the right to wear the green and gold jersey for 2021." (sbs.com.au) (Con Chronis/Zac Williams)

February 6, 2021





Kitchen races nationals before returning to uncertainty of European racing.

Byoverlay"Lauren Kitchen (FDJ Nouvelle Aquitaine Futuroscope) is preparing for another season of uncertainty on the back of a 2020 campaign." By Sophie Smith (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

February 6, 2021





A Different Look: Canyon Grail CF SLX 8.0 eTap.

(pelotonmagazine.com)overlay"When something drastically different comes along, our natural impulse as human beings is to try to categorize it, to associate it with the familiar." (pelotonmagazine.com) (Credit not Found)

February 6, 2021





Oakley Sutro Lite.

Byoverlay"The wide, color-enhancing lens covers an extensive field of vision for excellent protection from bright light, wind and flying bits of debris from almost all angles." By Anna Marie Hughes (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)

February 6, 2021



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February 5, 2021





Etoile de Bessèges: Wellens solos to victory on stage 3.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The Lotto Soudal rider attacked the break on a winding descent and established a small gap. Wellens built his lead to 30 seconds and held on for the stage win." (cyclingnews.com) (velonews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

February 5, 2021





Lucinda Brand: From zen to sensation at the cyclocross world championships.

Byoverlay"Dutchwoman freed herself of pressure and expectation to score the rainbow jersey she'd repeatedly come close to." By Jim Cotton (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

February 5, 2021





Geraint Thomas embraces growing strength of rival teams: ‘It’s given us a new lease of life.’

Byoverlay"Welshman sees rise of Jumbo Visma as positive for cycling and forcing Ineos Grenadiers to adapt." By Jim Cotton, James Startt (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found)

February 5, 2021





Cheapest Zwift setup: Where to find turbo trainers in stock, the best deals and a guide on how to get onto Zwift.

Byoverlay"Today's best turbo trainer deals and our guide to the cheapest Zwift setup will get you spinning indoors without emptying your bank account." By Josh Croxton (cyclingnews.com)(Image credit: Josh Croxton)

February 5, 2021





SRM X-Power power meter pedals.

Byoverlay"Cyclingnews examines the SRM X-Power - the world's first off-road-specific power meter pedal designed for use across MTB, gravel and cyclocross." By Aaron Borrill (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Aaron Borrill)

February 5, 2021





Is Campagnolo going wireless?

Byoverlay"Patent applications can give a sneak peak of what’s in the development pipeline, and a perusal of what Campy has on file with patent offices worldwide shows plenty of wireless technology." By Alan Coté (cyclingtips.com) (Image Credit not Found)

February 5, 2021





O’Neal Trailfinder Stealth pants review.

Byoverlay"O’Neal’s new Trailfinder Stealth pants launch this spring but we’ve been riding a pre-release pair all winter. So what do we think?" By Guy Kesteven (cyclingnews.com) (Image: © Guy Kesteven)

February 5, 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)








Ceylin del Carmen Alvarado, Laurens Sweeck strongest in the snow at X2O Trofee Lille.

(velonews.com)overlay"Sweeck takes second win of weekend while Alvarado pips world champ Lucinda Brand in two-up sprint." (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

February 7, 2021





Laurens Sweeck wins X²0 Badkamers Trofee Krawatencross.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Laurens Sweeck (Pauwels Sauzen Bingoal) took his second win of the weekend at a snowy Krawatencross in Lille, the seventh round of the X²0 Badkamers Trofee." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

February 7, 2021





Ceylin del Carmen Alvarado wins X²0 Badkamers Trofee Krawatencross.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"European champion Ceylin del Carmen Alvarado (Alpecin Fenix) won the X²0 Badkamers Trofee Krawatencross ahead of world champion Lucinda Brand (Baloise Trek Lions)." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

February 7, 2021





Alpecin Fenix to focus on Tour de France first week with Mathieu van der Poel.

Byoverlay"We’ll see how it goes in the first week. It’s a big adventure for all of us, we’ll go into the race focused just on the first week, and then we’ll see what happens after that." By Peter Cossins (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

February 7, 2021






First Look: Scott Addict eRide.

(roadbikeaction.com)overlay"Like every other road bike brand looking to stay in the game, whether it be with gravel bikes, or more recently, eBikes, Scott has jumped into the pedal-assist market with a trio of bikes that are all based on their proven Addict RC road bike." (roadbikeaction.com) (Credit not Found)

February 7, 2021





My Ōhau Challenge.

Byoverlay"There are challenges in all aspects of life, and most of them are thrown our way whether we like it or not. But sometimes we need to take the helm and throw challenges in front of us." By Liam Friary (pelotonmagazine.com) Images: Cameron Mackenzie

February 7, 2021





Live: x2o Badkamers Trofee Krawatencross Lille - Sunday February 7th.

(cyclocross.social)overlay"The x2o Badkamers Trofee returns this Sunday for the Krawatencross in Lille.

Elite Women - 12:45 UK, 13:45 Europe, 7:45am U.S. Eastern.

Elite Men - 14:00 UK, 15:00 Europe, 9:00am U.S. Eastern." (cyclocross.social) (Credit not Found)

February 7, 2021



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Denise Betsema, Laurens Sweeck win Superprestige Middelkerke.

(velonews.com)overlay"Denise Betsema took a solo victory while Laurens Sweeck took a narrow win at Superprestige Middelkerke on Saturday." (velonews.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)

February 6, 2021





Betsema wins Telenet Superprestige Middelkerke.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Denise Betsema (Pauwels Sauzen Bingoal) won the final Telenet Superprestige round in Middelkerke. The Dutch rider won ahead of her compatriots Ceylin del Carmen Alvarado (Alpecin Fenix) and world champion Lucinda Brand (Baloise Trek Lions)." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

February 6, 2021





Toon Aerts wins Superprestige Series.

Byoverlay"It was a story of teammates in the eighth and final round of the Superprestige series Saturday in Middelkerke, Belgium." By Rob Sturney (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found)

February 6, 2021





Strade Bianche 2021 returns to ‘traditional route.’

(velonews.com)overlay"Racers will tackle the iconic white roads, with the familiar leg-busting finale, in early March." (velonews.com) Photo: LaPresse - Fabio Ferrari

February 6, 2021





Macho or masochistic? At what point does proving your toughness get too much?

Byoverlay"While the psychological term ‘mental toughness’ encompasses determination, focus and confidence, a common misinterpretation is that it’s all about tolerating ever greater amounts of pain." By Josephine Perry (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

February 6, 2021





My 24 Bicycles.

Byoverlay
"Other collectors are often surprised by the relatively few bicycles we have in The Horton Collection, particularly in contrast to the sheer volume of different categories."
By Brett Horton (pelotonmagazine.com) Images: Horton Collection

February 6, 2021





Live Cyclocross: Superprestige Middelkerke - Saturday, February 6th.

(cyclocross.social)overlay"The 8th and Final Round of the Superprestige Series takes place this Saturday in Middelkerke.

Elite Women - 12:40 UK, 13:40 Europe, 7:40am U.S. Eastern.

Elite Men - 14:00 UK, 15:00 Europe, 9:00am U.S. Eastern." (cyclocross.social) (Credit not Found)

February 6, 2021





Hands On: Nutcase VIO helmets combine enhanced safety & visibility w/ integrated lights.

Byoverlay
"Nutcase has always been known for their colorful, eye-catching helmets. But their newest lid is attention-grabbing in an all-new way."
By Zach Overholt (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)

February 6, 2021





SRAM Force eTap AXS WIDE Wireless Electronic Drivetrain Review: On Gravel!.

Byoverlay"A more capable groupset for today’s riders. Riders are going beyond where we’ve ever gone before. We’re going further and faster." By JOM (gravelcyclist.com) (Image Credit not Found)

February 6, 2021



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How Did The Dutch Dominate The Cross Worlds?

Byoverlay"Last Sunday there were four cyclocross rainbow jerseys on offer in Oostende and Holland won all of them. Of the twelve medals, Holland won eight and the kings of cross, Belgium, only won three." By Alastair Hamilton (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found)

February 5, 2021





Australian Road Championships: Annette Edmondson wins elite women's criterium.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Roseman-Gannon takes second and Hosking third while some contenders taken out of running by final corner crash." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Con Chronis/AusCycling)

February 5, 2021





Australian Road Championships: Kaden Groves wins elite men's criterium.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Nicholas White (Team BridgeLane) came second as Luke Durbridge (Team BikeExchange) took a well-earned third spot after helping deliver his fast-finishing teammate to the line." (cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Con Chronis)

February 5, 2021





Australian Road Championships: Matthew Rice wins U23 men's criterium.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Matthew Rice (ACA Pro Racing Sunshine Coast) won the men’s under 23 race criterium at the 2021 Federation University Road National Championships, taking the sprint from a stretched out lead group." (cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Con Chronis)

February 5, 2021








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Suzanne Morphew Vanished in May - and Community Wants to Keep Her on People's Minds.

Byoverlay"Morphew's bike, according to CBS4 Denver and Fox 21, and a "personal item," according to the Chaffee County Sheriff's Office, were recovered during a search near her Maysville home, but little else is known about her disappearance." By KC Bake (people.com) Photo: Inside Edition

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Team Sky not creating a women’s team was 'an oversight.'

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Team Principal Dave Brailsford has told The Guardian that there currently isn't a plan in place to start a women’s team, but that the topic is under review." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

February 7, 2021





Egan Bernal, Michał Kwiatkowski question UCI priorities in wake of ‘super tuck’ ban.

(velonews.com)overlay"Several riders in peloton call for officials to focus on course safety ahead of sanctioning the use of the top tube descending position." (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

February 7, 2021





Vanmarcke: It's not always better to have good names on paper.

Byoverlay"The former Omloop Het Nieuwsblad winner was enticed to join a team that now included Chris Froome and Michael Woods because of the space and autonomy he would have in the cobbled Classics and the hope that time hasn't run out for him to land a first Monument." By Daniel Benson (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Israel Start-Up Nation)

February 7, 2021





Specialized UK headquarters hit by “devastating” blaze.

Byoverlay"The Specialized UK headquarters went up in flames last night, in a fire that took four hours for the London Fire Brigade to control." By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan (cyclingweekly.com) Photo by In Pictures Ltd./Corbis via Getty Images

February 7, 2021





Kona Rove LTD 2021.

Byoverlay"The Kona Rove LTD is the company's top end gravel adventure bike that offers an excellent ride feel, loads of mounts for those epic trips off the beaten track, and plenty of tire clearance." By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)

February 7, 2021





Sunday Trading: Schwalbe One and Vittoria Corsa tires plus plenty more.

Byoverlay"We’ve searched through the virtual aisles and picked out five of the most stellar deals on cycling kit from around the web, for both the UK and the USA." By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan (cyclingweekly.com) (Image Credit not Found)

February 7, 2021



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February 6, 2021





Peter Sagan tests positive for covid.

Byoverlay"Sagan, brother Juraj, and Erik Baska all in quarantine after catching the virus at Gran Canaria training camp." By Daniel Ostanek (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

February 6, 2021





‘Cycling is and will remain an unbelievably conservative men’s world,’ says Tara Gins.

Byoverlay"The retired Belgian pro made headlines after speaking out over an incident where a men's team refused her DS work because of 'inappropriate' photos." By Jonny Long (cyclingweekly.com) (Tara Gins/Instagram)

February 6, 2021





Mihkel Räim: Even finding a Continental team is a nightmare.

Byoverlay"Cycling’s transfer market can be a cruel, harsh place, and Mihkel Räim is one of a number of riders who still find themselves stuck as we head into February." By Patrick Fletcher (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image)

February 6, 2021





49-year-old Davide Rebellin in talks with other teams after not signing for Cambodia Cycling Academy.

Byoverlay"Davide Rebellin’s hopes to continue racing into his fifties appear to have hit a bump in a road after his apparent contract with Cambodia Cycling Academy failed to materialize." By Jonny Long (cyclingweekly.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)

February 6, 2021





George Bennett supports on-hiatus teammate Tom Dumoulin: ‘This will be really good for him.’

(velonews.com)overlay"New Zealander is a leading contender to replace Dumoulin in the Tour de France squad - a situation he's hoping to avoid." (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

February 6, 2021





10 young riders who could boss the 2021 cycling season.

(cycling.today)overlay"Success in cycling seem to rhyme with youth in recent years. More and more WorldTour teams are betting on young people." (cycling.today) (Image Credit not Found)

February 6, 2021





eBike myths debunked: 6 common misconceptions about electric assistance.

Byoverlay"While a bit of electric assistance is an obvious benefit to some riders, among cyclists there are still some misconceptions about what eBikes offer, and the potential benefits they provide." By Matt Lamy (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)

February 6, 2021





Curve GXR Kevin of Steel review: We need to talk about Kevin.

Byoverlay"If you’re looking for a bike that you can depend on, you could do a lot worse than Curve." By Iain Treloar (cyclingtips.com) photo by Tim Bardsley-Smith

February 6, 2021





Tech-Redux: Fuji Altamira 2.0.

Byoverlay"The Altamira is incredibly elegant to look at. The combination of tube shapes, each very different from the next, work visually together very well. Their form also clearly indicates their function." By Ben Edwards (pelotonmagazine.com) images: Ben Edwards

February 6, 2021





Ruzer Pro Tubeless Glueless Bike Tire repair kit.

Byoverlay"The Ruzer Pro is one of those must-carry items when you're running tubeless. It effectively seals punctures up to roughly 5mm in diameter, is easy to use, and because it's so small and light, you won't worry about taking it everywhere." By Hollis Jones (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)

February 6, 2021



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February 5, 2021





Neo-Pros To Watch For 2021.

(inrng.com)overlay"After picking ten established pros to watch for the season, now it’s time to look at some newcomers. It’s not been an easy time to join the pro ranks as plenty of Under-23 riders saw their chance prove themselves last year vanish." (inrng.com) (tumblr.com)

February 5, 2021





RIP the Sky Train: Ineos Grenadiers firmly embraces ‘new style’ of racing.

Byoverlay"Team boss Dave Brailsford isn't resting on his laurels and is committed to stay at the forefront of the peloton’s tactical innovation." By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) Photo: David Ramos/Getty Images

February 5, 2021





Evaluating Ineos Grenadiers' 12-man Tour de France long list.

Byoverlay"According to the team, the current long-list includes 12 riders, with Egan Bernal still a potential candidate for a place despite his focus on the Giro d’Italia." By Daniel Benson (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

February 5, 2021





Leading role: Guillaume Martin relishes Tour de France responsibility at Cofidis.

Byoverlay"On joining Cofidis from Wanty Gobert at the beginning of last season, Martin had expressed a certain disappointment with the previous summer’s Tour. He had been consistent but lacked “any little seed of madness." By Barry Ryan (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

February 5, 2021





Guide to the 2021 Women's WorldTour.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The 2021 Women's WorldTour was revealed last summer in abundance with 25 events set to begin in Australia in January and end in China in October." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

February 5, 2021





Made in America: A guide to US-made road and gravel frames and components.

Byoverlay"Despite the seemingly inexorable shift to building bikes in Asia, it’s still very much possible to build a dream road or gravel bike consisting almost entirely of American-made parts." By Luke Friend (cyclingweekly.com) Credit: Moots

February 5, 2021





Best women’s MTB saddles.

Byoverlay"The best women's MTB saddles perform well and keep you comfortable for hours on the trails. Here's our pick of the best." By Aoife Glass (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bontrager)

February 5, 2021







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(swytchbike.com)"overlay"Convert your bike into an eBike with the Universal Swytch Electric Bike Kit. Easy to fit, disc-brake compatible, and works on any bicycle type."  Advertisement (swytchbike.com)





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