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February 20,
2021
Tour du Var: Woods takes stage 2 victory.
"Woods
first, Mollema follows in second, Narvaes takes third." By Stephen Puddicombe
(cyclingnews.com) (cyclingmagazine.ca)
February 20,
2021
Michael Woods lives up to expectations at Tour
des Alpes Maritimes.
"Canadian
climber delivers the win on a climb that couldn't have
suited him better in standout start to career with Israel
Start-Up Nation."
(velonews.com) Photo: James Startt
February 20,
2021
2021 Tour des Alpes Maritimes Live Feed.
"Tour des Alpes Maritimes 2021 - stage 2 (Fayence – Fayence 168.9km) Live Saturday, February 20th. Race
starts at 14:15pm Central Europe, 08:15am U.S. Eastern." (cycling.today) (Credit not
Found)
February 20,
2021
Introducing: Michael Garrison.
"Michael
Garrison signed with his first Continental-level pro team
in 2020 as an 18-year-old, but was only able to wear the
Hagens Berman Axeon colors in one event before US racing
was shut down for the year."
By Jackie Tyson (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Garrison
Family)
February 20,
2021
Uran leaves UAE Tour to attend daughter’s
birth.
"Even
if the EF Education NIPPO team has not yet unveiled its
composition for the UAE Tour, we already know that
Rigoberto Uran will not be competing in this first
WorldTour race of the season."
(cycling.today) (Credit not Found)
February 20,
2021
143 countries and 520,000kms - The incredible
journey of a 78-year-old cyclist.
"The
incredible story of lifelong cyclist Tilmann Waldthaler,
who has cycled over 520,000 kilometers through 143
countries and now lives in Cairns, has been revealed." (sbs.com.au) (Twitter:
@TWaldthaler)
February 20,
2021
Bikes of the Year: Ribble CGR 725 & AL e.
"We
take a closer look at Ribble’s CGR 725 and AL e, two bikes
that did very well in our Bike of the Year awards for
2020." By Liam
Cahill (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
February 20,
2021
 February 19,
2021
Tour du Var: Mollema wins stage 1.
"The
Dutchman beat Greg Van Avermaet (AG2R Citroën) to the line
by two seconds after 188 kilometers of racing, while
Valentin Madouas (Groupama FDJ) finished third." By Daniel Ostanek
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
February 19,
2021
Early sprint and team strength key to
Mollema's opening victory at Tour du Var.
"The
feeling is good, and we are here with a strong team, and
hopefully we can defend the jersey."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
February 19,
2021
Pro Racing Is Back - Here’s What We Can’t Wait
To Watch.
"So
far so good: after a few weeks of relatively trouble-free
racing, the 2021 season is underway with early season
races taking place in the south of France."
By Whit Yost (bicycling.co.za) (Image Credit not Found)
February 19,
2021
Race preview: UAE Tour 2021.
"Pogacar,
Froome and Van der Poel feature as WorldTour calendar
begins." By
Barry Ryan (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image)
February 19,
2021
How to watch the UAE Tour 2021: Watch the
WorldTour stage race featuring Chris Froome and Mathieu van
der Poel.
"A
host of top names will be lining up at the first WorldTour
event of the new season."
By Alex Ballinger (cyclingweekly.com) (Justin
Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)
February 19,
2021
Esteban Chaves hopes to rediscover his mojo in
2021.
"While
the likes of Nairo Quintana and Egan Bernal have won grand
tours, coming into 2021, Chaves is looking to rediscover
his winning mojo."
(velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
February 19,
2021
Gear Break: Venn Var, POC, MAAP x 100%, Pivot,
Chrome Industries & TorchONE.
"More new kit for your appraisal: Venn Var 40 TCD - Filament Wound Disc Brake Carbon Rim, POC launches the Omne Eternal helmet, lots more." By PEZ Crew (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) February 19,
2021
February 18,
2021
Tadej Pogacar starts 2021 season at UAE Tour.
"Marc
Hirschi will make UAE Team Emirates debut at Boucles Drôme
Ardèche."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image)
February 18,
2021
Preview: Tour des Alpes Maritimes et du Var
2021.
"Geoghegan
Hart, Quintana and Pinot start season at three-day race
among field laden with Grand Tour contenders." By Daniel Benson
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image)
February 18,
2021
Kathy Pruitt’s transformation into a gravel
privateer.
"An
unlikely story of turning gravel pro during a pandemic -
and believing in oneself to make that dream happen." By Pete Stetina
(velonews.com)Photo: Pete Stetina
February 18,
2021
Omloop Het Nieuwsblad won't be broadcast on
Eurosport or GCN.
"Eurosport
has confirmed that despite TV guides showing coverage on
the network the race will not be shown."
By Will Strickson (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit: FloBikes)
February 18,
2021
Giuseppe Marinoni: Steel frames and family
heirlooms.
"Giuseppe
Marinoni, nicknamed "Pépé", is one of the most well-known
bicycle frame builders in North America."
By Kirsten Frattini (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Robin
Black)
February 18,
2021
Nikolai (& Froome) Put The Brakes On
Disks!
"So,
what was the problem disc brakes solved? Not the braking,
surely? Rim brakes work and they work great." By Edmond Hood
(pezcyclingnews.com) Brake Through Media
February 18,
2021
Gravel Rig For All Courses: 3T Exploro RaceMax
Review.
"When
3T introduced the Exploro, it was a groundbreaking bike,
one based on the idea that aerodynamics can play as much
of a role off-road as on. And, boy, could it ride!" (pelotonmagazine.com) (Image
Credit not Found)
February 18,
2021
February 17,
2021
Five things to look out for at the Tour des
Alpes Maritimes et du Var 2021.
"Some
of the WorldTour's best riders, challenging terrain, and
some very exciting youngsters are just a few things to
keep your eye on."
By Tim Bonville-Ginn (cyclingweekly.com) (Justin
Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)
February 17,
2021
VeloFix: Your local Bike Shop, on wheels.
"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)
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Every rider knows that in the final there is a
water bottle with sugars and a little caffeine, says Remco
Evenepoel on Il Lombardia incident.
"The
Belgian is riding outside again following his injury and
says he is still waiting for an apology from the UCI over
the bottle investigation incident."
By Jonny Long (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by Sara
Cavallini/Getty Images)
February 20,
2021
Adam Yates: Brailsford's ambition convinced me
to join Ineos Grenadiers.
"For
the first time in their professional careers, Simon and
Adam Yates will compete against each other after the
former brother’s move to Ineos Grenadiers."
By Daniel Benson (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini
Image)
February 20,
2021
Traffic marshal jailed for 'peddling' cocaine
and ketamine at UCI World Championships.
"Monique
Shiels was marshaling at the 2019 UCI Road World
Championships in Harrogate, Yorkshire when she was caught
red-handed trying to sell class A drugs to spectators." By Will Bolton (road.cc)
(picture-credit-swpixcom)
February 20,
2021
‘I broke my femur in my 50s but still managed
to make my racing comeback.’
"Even
though I’d heard it said, in relation to Chris Froome,
that 'no one comes back from a broken femur', I was set on
being the exception."
By Jonny Long (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Daniel
Gould)
February 20,
2021
3 Cool Bits: Haley, MET, Eliel.
"Some
frame builders draw you in by offering standard-frame
models, but then charge far more for custom. Haley keeps
things simple by charging just one price to make the exact
bike you want."
(pelotonmagazine.com) (Credit not Found)
February 20,
2021
Live: Cyclocross / Veldrijden - Internationale
Sluitingsprijs Oostmalle - Sunday February 21st.
"The
final race of the 2020/21 season is this Sunday in
Oostmalle.
Elite
Women - 12:45 UK, 13:45 Europe.
Elite
Men - 14:00 UK, 15:00 Europe."
(cyclocross.social) (Credit not Found)
February 20,
2021
Live: Ethias Cross Waaslandcross Sint Niklaas
- Saturday February 20th.
"The
8th and final round of the Ethias Cross sees riders head
to Sint Niklaas for the Waaslandcross.
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 20,
2021
February 19,
2021
Sepp Kuss on GC leadership: ‘I feel ready for
that step up.’
"Coloradan
ace feels no pressure as he sets wheels turning on season
of increased responsibility at Jumbo Visma." By Jim Cotton (velonews.com)
(Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)
February 19,
2021
Chris Froome and Alex Dowsett get the old 'Sky
C-team' back together at UAE Tour.
"Chris
Froome and Alex Dowsett haven't raced on the same trade
team for a decade, when the pair were seen as domestiques
on Team Sky." By
Daniel Benson (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Ronen
Tupelberg and BRIAN Veloimages)
February 19,
2021
Caleb Ewan ready for 'coming together of big
sprinters' in UAE Tour.
"Standing
in his way is a wall of world-class sprinters, including
Sam Bennett, Pascal Ackermann, Fernando Gaviria, and form
rider Giacomo Nizzolo, who won the Clásica de Almería
earlier this month."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
February 19,
2021
Svein Tuft: Full circle.
"From
racing on the WorldTour to bike touring through the vast
backcountry wilderness of British Columbia." By Kirsten Frattini
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Image(s) by Alex Hinkson,
courtesy 7mesh)
February 19,
2021
Strava Photo Heatmap Added to VeloViewer:
Here’s how it works.
"I
suppose exactly what to call this is a bit fuzzy, but
basically VeloViewer has mashed up your Strava photos with
your heatmap, allowing you to see the two blended together
in photographic glory."
(dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
February 19,
2021
‘They trust me a lot, to lead the team is a
great challenge’ says Richard Carapaz on Tour de France
ambitions.
"Winning
the Tour is very big and getting an Olympic medal for
Ecuador would also be very special."
By Tim Bonville-Ginn (cyclingweekly.com) (photo by Albert
Serratacó)
February 19,
2021
Campagnolo Chorus 2 x 12-Speed Mechanical
Drivetrain Review with Hydraulic Disc Brakes.
"Campagnolo
was the first to bring a 12-speed drivetrain to market in
2018, mechanical variants of Super Record and Record. The
12-speed technology trickled down in 2019 to Super Record
EPS (electronic), and the focus of this review, Campagnolo
Chorus." By JOM
(gravelcyclist.com) (Image Credit not Found)
February 19,
2021
OPEN Cycle serves up tasty limited
collaborations w/ Atomik, ENVE & Black Magic Paint.
"To
showcase the new WI.DE. frameset, OPEN has collaborated to
offer several limited edition packages to make your WI.DE.
stand out even more!"
By Chris Chou (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)
February 19,
2021
February 18,
2021
Road back to Tour de France for Tadej Pogačar
begins at UAE Tour.
"Sam
Bennett, João Almeida lead Deceuninck Quick Step in
WorldTour season opener."
(velonews.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)
February 18,
2021
How to watch the 2021 UAE Tour - live TV and
streaming.
"In
the USA, the race will be aired on Flobikes with plans
starting from $12.50 per month, or GCN+, benefiting from
the same half-price offer of 12 months at US$24.99." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty
Images Sport)
February 18,
2021
Here is the strong Ineos Grenadiers team
heading to the UAE Tour.
"Ineos
Grenadiers have announced their lineup for the upcoming
UAE Tour and, as to be expected, it is stacked with
talent." By Tim
Bonville-Ginn (cyclingweekly.com) (Justin
Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)
February 18,
2021
How to harness your power.
"Coach
Deena Blacking strips away the false promises and explains
how to be wise about watts."
By Simon Richardson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image Credit not
Found)
February 18,
2021
Now that the Super Tuck is banned, will we see
dropper posts in road racing?
"We
perhaps haven’t seen such a kerfuffle over a banned riding
position since the Graeme Obree days, but the UCI’s recent
decision to outlaw the so-called Super Tuck has clearly
caused quite a stir."
By James Huang (cyclingtips.com) (Photography by James
Huang)
February 18,
2021
Canyon says solution to Aeroad seat post issue
is expected soon.
"Canyon
has said that a solution to the issues surrounding the
seat posts on its new Aeroad road bikes is close, after it
emerged that some owners have seen excessive wear on the
post at the point where it meets the seat tube." By Liam Cahill (road.cc)
(Image Credit not Found)
February 18,
2021
Buying a bike from a bike shop vs buying
online.
"What
are the pros and cons of buying a bike at your local bike
shop versus buying online, and what route should you
take?" By
Russell Eich (bikeradar.com) Allan McKenzie / SWPix.com
February 18,
2021
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February 20,
2021
Davide Rebellin joins Work Service Marchiol
for 29th season in pro ranks.
"Davide
Rebellin will ride for the Italian Work Service Marchiol
Vega in 2021, his 29th season in the pro ranks, as he
nears his 50th birthday."
By Stephen Farrand (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Work
Service Marchiol Vega)
February 20,
2021
Chris Froome, Sepp Kuss, a sprinter showdown:
Three things to follow at the UAE Tour.
"Is
Chris Froome still a contender? Is Sam Bennett still the
fastest man in the bunch? And will Sepp Kuss continue
climbing to the top of the peloton?"
By Jim Cotton (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
February 20,
2021
Mathieu van der Poel to ride the UAE Tour as
lead-out for Philipsen.
"On
the eve of the first WorldTour race of the year, Mathieu
van der Poel opted for a low profile regarding his
personal ambitions in the third edition of the UAE Tour
(February 21-27)."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image)
February 20,
2021
Sam Bennett braced for UAE Tour sprinting
maelstrom.
"I’m
not interested in playing mind games' says Irishman as he
prepares to face almost all his major rivals in one go." By Patrick Fletcher
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
February 20,
2021
Chris Froome confirms use of disc brakes in
2021 despite doubts of technology.
"We do
have the rim brake option but we’re going to stick with
disc brakes' says Israel Start-Up Nation leader." By Stephen Farrand
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Israel Start-Up Nation)
February 20,
2021
UAE Tour 2021 Live Dashboard.
"Sunday, February 21st. Stage
1 starts at 12:25pm local (9:25am CET) (3:25am U.S.
Eastern).
Finish at around 4:30pm local (1:30pm CET) (7:30am U.S. Eastern). Live video from 12:25pm local (9:25am CET) (3:25am U.S. Eastern)." (steephill.tv) February 20,
2021
February 19,
2021
Liggett “couldn’t believe” Armstrong’s
comments after Sherwen's death.
"He
goes, ‘Hi’. You’d think having read all the press reports
on the way I’d been ripped apart just trying to defend
him, he might have said, ‘I’m sorry about all this mess,
Phil’. Not a word."
(stickybottle.com) (Image Credit not Found)
February 19,
2021
The Dream Job.
"But
has the fun gone out of it? Tom Dumoulin thinks so,
Thibaut Pinot has said similar things and there are others
who haven’t made the headlines who’d agree." (inrng.com) (Image credit:
ASO)
February 19,
2021
Madiot: We're turning riders into robots.
"Groupama
FDJ manager says data and communication technology is
placing riders under extreme pressure."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
February 19,
2021
34 events canceled from the 2021 UCI
International Road Calendar.
"The
UCI distributed a working-calendar of canceled events, but
stated that 24 of the currently canceled events have
requested later dates in the season."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
February 19,
2021
Mud splatters as aero modelling in Alex
Dowsett’s video discussion of his new Factor team bike.
"Alex
Dowsett, rider for Israel Start-Up Nation, has posted a
video to his YouTube channel discussing his new Factor
team bike, with particular praise for the tubeless setup
and aero profiles."
(cyclingweekly.com)
February 19,
2021
The Austro-Daimler that wasn't.
"This
frame isn't an Austro-Daimler. It was actually built by
Albert Eisentraut for Connie Carpenter."
By Ryan Simonovich (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Daniel
Benson)
February 19,
2021
Best smartwatch for cycling: Wearable tech to
track and view stats from your ride.
"The best smartwatch for cycling will typically be power meter compatible, provide workout data and GPS tracking in addition to the raft of other smartwatch features." By Colin Levitch (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Garmin) February 19,
2021
How have cycling businesses been affected in
the United States?
"We
catch up with companies large and small to discuss
challenges they've faced, and how they've adapted as a
result." By Josh
Croxton (cyclingnews.com)(Image credit: Josh Croxton)
February 19,
2021
Review: The $725 Assos Johdah jacket and
Equipe RS range is frustratingly good.
"At
£575 (US $725) for a jacket, Assos brought cycling kit to
a whole new premium price tag level. All in the four-piece
Equipe RS range would set you back a hefty £1,265 (US
$1,772)." By
Ronan Mc Laughlin (cyclingtips.com) (Image Credit not
Found)
February 19,
2021
Hirschi released by DSM because he was “seen
as risk for the team and sponsors.”
"Hirschi
wasn’t transparent and did not provide the information
that Team DSM requested for specific questions." (cycling.today) (Image Credit
not Provided)
February 18,
2021
Milano Sanremo returns to spring calendar slot
with tweak to classic route.
"Officials
are optimistic the Italian monument will be contested on
its traditional March date."
(velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
February 18,
2021
Bradbury fights through adversity to WorldTour
berth.
"Neve
Bradbury, at just 18 years of age, has exploded into the
national conversation on the Australian cycling scene." By Jamie Finch-Penninger
(sbs.com.au) (Instagram @neve_bradbury)
February 18,
2021
Fernando Gaviria expects to sprint back into
the fast lane in 2021.
"While
many of compatriots are lean and sleek, and climb the
highest roads of the world with apparent ease, Gaviria is
grounded with a different, but equally efficient
skillset." By
Andrew Hood (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
February 18,
2021
Tom Pidcock says Ineos ‘could have more
success with the riders they have’ in the Classics.
"Pidcock,
21, said his new team’s performances in the Classics have
not reflected the quality of riders they have, as he looks
to not just make up the numbers in the WorldTour during
his neo-pro year."
By Tim Bonville-Ginn (cyclingweekly.com) Pictures by Ineos
Grenadiers
February 18,
2021
The Women’s Challenge: The toughest race ever?
"In
1990, Jim Rabdau, organizer of the Women’s Challenge,
wanted his race to make a statement to mark the centenary
of their home state of Idaho."
By Sophie Hurcom (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Chris
Butler)
February 18,
2021
Salsa Farm Animal from Vecchio's.
"This
Salsa was built by founder Ross Shafer for Hank Barlow,
and it has some unique details."
By Ryan Simonovich (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Daniel
Benson)
February 18,
2021
Lazer Sphere MIPS helmet - first look.
"Top-rated head protection from one of the best helmet manufacturers in the business." By Aaron Borrill (cyclingnews.com)(Image: © Aaron Borrill) February 18,
2021
3 Cool Bits: Niner, Panaracer, Easton.
"Niner
was one of the first brands to create a gravel bike, and
the brand pretty much got it right from the get-go with
that debut model, the RLT 9."
(pelotonmagazine.com) Photo: Niner
February 18,
2021
Getting ready for disc brakes: do you need a
whole new set of workshop skills to maintain hydraulic
discs?
"New
to disc brakes or just about to switch over? We've got a
handy guide to the new tools and skills you'll need for
easy maintenance."
By Liam Cahill (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
February 18,
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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