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February 8,
2021
Geraint Thomas: Bessèges was a shock to the
system.
"Thomas
finished 49th overall on GC, more than five minutes down
on race winner Tim Wellens (Lotto Soudal), in what was the
Welshman’s first competitive outing since he was forced to
abandon the Giro d’Italia in early October." By Peter Cossins
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
February 8, 2021
Lucinda Brand welcomes more teams with dual
structures: ‘It’s huge for women’s cycling.’
"Cyclocross
world champion and road star hopes others follow in the
footsteps of Cofidis and Ag2r Citroën in planning to
launch women's teams."
By Jim Cotton (velonews.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)
February 8, 2021
Not starting a Team Sky women’s squad was ‘an
oversight,’ says former CEO.
"Fran
Millar, who left the British WorldTour outfit in 2020
after 11 years with Sky, has revealed the decision not to
a launch a women’s team in the early years was made at
board level." By
Alex Ballinger (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty
Images)
February 8, 2021
Which GC contenders are heading to each Grand
Tour in 2021?
"Another
year, another set of Grand Tours. Last year’s were
alright, weren’t they? Back in March it was touch and go
whether we’d get any, and then next thing we knew we’d had
three in the space of just 91 days."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Kenzo Tribouillard/AFP via Getty
Images)
February 8, 2021
Nacer Bouhanni seeks Milan Sanremo glory this
season.
"At
the age of 30, Nacer Bouhanni still dreams of winning
Milan Sanremo, but realizes that winning ‘La Primavera’ is
getting harder and harder for a sprinter."
(cycling.today) (Credit not Found)
February 8, 2021
Untold stories from the Aus nationals.
"Some
of the compelling stories that didn't quite get their own
article! Five of the best stories from the national
championships outside of the winning of each race." By Jamie Finch-Penninger
(sbs.com.au) (AusCycling/Con Chronis)
February 8, 2021
Canyon responds to Aeroad seatpost concerns –
and new patent hints at developments to come.
"The
brand’s newest Aeroad features a redesigned seatpost,
which uses a truncated design whereby the lower half -
which is hidden within the frame - is significantly
thinner." By
Michelle Arthurs-Brennan (cyclingweekly.com) (Image Credit
not Found)
February 8, 2021
Bivo stainless steel cycling water bottles:
Details and ride impressions.
"There
are some neat, environmentally friendly features, but it’s
relatively heavy, expensive, and you can’t squeeze it." By Ben Delaney (velonews.com)
(Image Credit not Found)
February 8, 2021
 February 7,
2021
Tim Wellens wins Étoile de Bèsseges.
"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.
"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.
"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.
"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.
"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.
"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)." (cycling.today) (cyclingfans.com) February 5, 2021
Sarah Roy solos to Australian road race title.
"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.
"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.
"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.
"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.
"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.
"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.
"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.
"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.
"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
February 5,
2021
Etoile de Bessèges: Wellens solos to victory
on stage 3.
"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
VeloFix: Your local Bike Shop, on wheels.
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VeloFix and I am extremely happy with their service and
price. My local mechanic is Thai Nguyen who is very prompt
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Morton and Howes storm into the lead at Old
Man Winter Rally.
"There
is no mass start in this year’s events but riders and
groups of up to 10 are allowed to take on the 100km
challenge which is split into two segments." By Daniel Benson
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Eddie Clark Media)
February 8, 2021
Chris Froome unhappy to be on disc brakes.
"After
spending 10 years on a rim-braked Pinarello at Team
Sky/Ineos, Froome has switched to Factor Bikes and disc
brakes at his new team Israel Start-Up Nation." (cyclingnews.com) (Image
credit: Noa Arnon / ISN)
February 8, 2021
Philippe Gilbert: ‘I think I will finish my
career without any public.’
"Belgian
star expects to retire 'behind closed doors' and says
riders are missing the energy and thrills that come with
fans cheering them on."
By Andrew Hood, James Startt (velonews.com) (Image credit:
Getty Images)
February 8, 2021
Remco Evenepoel can return to training after
delay to recovery.
"The
young Belgian was forced to take yet more time off the
bike recently as he still hadn't fully recovered from his
crash at Il Lombardia last year."
By Tim Bonville-Ginn (cyclingweekly.com) (Tim de
Waele/Getty Images)
February 8, 2021
Steve Cummings joins Ineos Grenadiers as
Director.
"Steve
Cummings has joined Ineos Grenadiers as a development
sports director and coach. The former professional from
Great Britain retired from racing at the end of 2019 after
15 years in the peloton."
By José Been (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
February 8, 2021
Tom Pidcock posts staggering 5k run time
during off-bike training.
"Tom
Pidcock has revealed he ran five kilometers in an
astonishing time of 13-25 during off-bike training over
the weekend. The rapid time is only around 50 seconds off
the men’s world record."
By Tim Bonville-Ginn (cyclingweekly.com) (Luc
Claessen/Getty Images)
February 8, 2021
New SRAM Red eTap AXS Max rear derailleur goes
bigger on range.
"Following
in the footsteps of the Force eTap AXS Wide drivetrain
that was introduced in May, SRAM has now added a similar
ultra-wide-range gearing option for the flagship Red eTap
AXS groupset."
By James Huang (cyclingtips.com) photo by SRAM
February 8, 2021
Best Caps: Sun-shielding and winter-warming
hats for cycling.
"The
best cycling caps aren't just there to look good, they
also serve a practical purpose as well. Here's our pick of
the best." By
Josh Ross (cyclingnews.com)(Image credit: Santini)
February 8, 2021
FSA e-bike motor system for road and gravel
bikes now available.
"We
reported how Full Speed Ahead (FSA) had developed a hub
motor, the FSA System HM 1.0, back in 2019. It is now
available to bike frame producers for use on electric road
and gravel bikes."
(road.cc) Photos by FSA
February 8, 2021
Ceylin del Carmen Alvarado, Laurens Sweeck
strongest in the snow at X2O Trofee Lille.
"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.
"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.
"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.
"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.
"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.
"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.
"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
Denise Betsema, Laurens Sweeck win
Superprestige Middelkerke.
"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.
"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.
"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.’
"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?
"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.
"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.
"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.
"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!.
"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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February 8,
2021
New Safety Measures And The Supertuck.
"Did
you know the UCI is going to ban the “supertuck” position?
It’s been all over the media in recent days, it’s hard to
escape the news."
(inrng.com) (ASO)
February 8, 2021
The Aero Evolution: Pushing the Limits to
Cheat the Wind.
"The
UCI has announced that they will be looking at dangerous
behavior in a peloton, including adopting dangerous
positions on the bike; descending on the top tube." By Edmond Hood
(pezcyclingnews.com) (ASO)
February 8, 2021
Julian Alaphilippe and Deceuninck Quick Step
start season at Tour de la Provence.
"World
champion Julian Alaphilippe will begin his 2021 season at
the Tour de la Provence, which gets underway on Thursday
in the south of France starting February 11." (cyclingnews.com) (Image
credit: Deceuninck Quick Step Cycling Team)
February 8, 2021
Dave Brailsford on Wout van Aert - ‘He is
happy where he is.’
"Ineos
Grenadiers also hopes Tom Dumoulin returns to racing:
'Hopefully he’ll come back better and stronger.'" (velonews.com) (Photo by
Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
February 8, 2021
‘No evidence’ that Richard Freeman used
testosterone to dope a rider, tribunal hears.
"Freeman’s
legal representative said the General Medical Council had
not been able to provide the name of any rider in the
case." By Alex
Ballinger (cyclingweekly.com) (Picture: PA Wire/PA Images)
February 8, 2021
2021 Vuelta a España set to include final day
time trial.
"The
2021 Vuelta a España looks set to finish with an
individual time trial in Santiago de Compostela. It will
be the first time in seven years that the Vuelta finished
with a time trial."
By Alasdair Fotheringham (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit:
Getty Images)
February 8, 2021
Maxxis announces updated High Road tire range.
"Maxxis
has announced an update to its flagship High Road range of
road tires. The new tire has been upgraded in a number of
key areas with Maxxis saying the result is a lighter and
faster-rolling tire."
By Ronan Mc Laughlin (cyclingtips.com) photo by Maxxis
February 8, 2021
Best Shorts: Brilliant bib shorts ridden and
rated.
"The
best cycling bib shorts combine perfect padding with the
right leg length and comfortable straps as a minimum.
Here's our roundup of the best available today." By Graham Cottingham
(cyclingnews.com)(Image credit: Colin Levitch)
February 8, 2021
Team Sky not creating a women’s team was 'an
oversight.'
"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.
"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.
"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.
"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.
"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.
"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
February 6,
2021
Peter Sagan tests positive for covid.
"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.
"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.
"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.
"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.’
"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.
"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.
"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.
"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.
"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.
"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
February 5,
2021
Neo-Pros To Watch For 2021.
"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
Swytch Electric Bike Conversion Kit.
"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."
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