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February 25,
2021
UAE Tour: Vingegaard wins stage 5.
"Jonas
Vingegaard (Jumbo Visma) claimed victory atop Jebel Jais
on stage 5 of the UAE Tour, as Tadej Pogacar (UAE Team
Emirates) finished second to extend his overall lead over
Adam Yates (Ineos Grenadiers)."
By Patrick Fletcher (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty
Images)
February 25,
2021
Chris Froome: ‘I am feeling better and
better.’
"Four-time
Tour de France champion hung with the best climbers until
4km to go on final climb at UAE Tour."
(velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
February 25,
2021
TrainerRoad Launches TrainNow as Part of
Bigger Adaptive Training Overhaul.
"Today
TrainerRoad announced sweeping changes to the platform,
which they’ve dubbed Adaptive Training. This means they’re
starting to use machine learning algorithms to change
workouts based on your progress towards a given goal." (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray
Maker)
February 25,
2021
Longtermers: Simon Warren’s Time NX climbing
bike.
"The
second in our series looking at staff bikes that have
evolved with them over time is a Campagnolo-equipped
French superbike belonging to Simon Warren, CW contributor
and author of the 100 Climbs books."
By Simon Warren (cyclingweekly.com) (Image Credit not
Found)
February 25,
2021
Quintana Roo faces off its new aero road bike
against the competition with comparative wind tunnel
testing.
"Quintana
Roo publishes results of wind tunnel testing against
Cervélo, Canyon and Specialized for new bike." By Paul Norman
(bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found)
February 25,
2021
Bianchi Aria E-Road review.
"There
is no doubt Bianchi’s 12.5kg Aria E-road is a very, very
light eBike. While it may not be the absolute lightest on
the market, if you see it ride by or even lift one in a
showroom you would be hard pressed to tell it’s an eBike." (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit
not Found)
February 25,
2021
Sage Storm King: A Connoisseur’s Gravel Ride.
"Working
exclusively with titanium, Oregon based Sage has sent many
an impressive bike our way over the years. We’re not quite
sure precisely what elevates Sage in our minds so much." (pelotonmagazine.com) (Image
Credit not Found)
February 25,
2021
UAE Tour 2021 Live Dashboard.
"Thursday, February 25th. Stage
5 starts at 12:05pm local (9:05am CET) (3:05am U.S.
Eastern).
Finish at around 4:30pm local (1:30pm CET) (7:30am U.S. Eastern). Live video from 11:40am local (8:40am CET) (2:40am U.S. Eastern)." (steephill.tv) (cyclingfans.com) February 25,
2021
 February 24,
2021
UAE Tour: Sam Bennett wins stage 4.
"Sam
Bennett (Deceuninck Quick Step) came out on top in a
thrilling sprint to win stage 4 of the UAE Tour. The
Irishman, who missed out on a stage last year, was
perfectly led out by his team."
By Daniel Benson (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty
Images)
February 24,
2021
Sam Bennett, Michael Mørkøv keep winning
formula bubbling toward Tour de France tilt.
"Leadout
master Mørkøv pilots Irishman to first win of the season
at UAE Tour to set ball rolling toward green jersey
defense." By Jim
Cotton (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
February 24,
2021
Tadej Pogačar dominates the Strava
leaderboards after Jebel Hafeet.
"Pogačar
(UAE Team Emirates) flew to the summit of the 10km-long
climb, a regular fixture in the UAE Tour, in record time
and took a collection of Strava KoM titles along the way." By Alex Ballinger
(cyclingweekly.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
February 24,
2021
Just deserts: Racing in the Middle East.
"On
paper, the region looks like a cycling heartland. Big
races, two WorldTour teams from the Arabic countries -
that’s two more World-Teams than Italy."
By Edward Pickering (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty
Images)
February 24,
2021
Remco Evenepoel: My dream is to be ready for
the 2021 Giro d'Italia.
"The
talented, young Belgian had planned to make his Grand Tour
debut at the 2020 Giro d’Italia but crashed out of Il
Lombardia and fractured his hip a few weeks before." By Stephen Farrand
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
February 24,
2021
Cyclocross stars Alvarado and Cant invited to
Paris Roubaix.
"The
two former world champions could join a handful of other
top-tier cyclocross racers at the inaugural Roubaix, a
race that has proven to be an excellent crossover point
between road and cross."
By José Been (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Kristof Ramon)
February 24,
2021
Best gravel bike shoes: Cycling shoes for
gravel riding.
"A
guide to choosing the best gravel bike shoes for mixed
surface and gravel riding."
By Colin Levitch (cyclingnews.com)(Image credit: Colin
Levitch)
February 24,
2021
How to watch Omloop Het Nieuwsblad and Kuurne
Brussels Kuurne in North America.
"Saturday,
February 27th Omloop Het Nieuwsblad rolls from Gent
towards the finish in Ninove. Race host Flanders Classics
is sending the men’s race off just minutes before the
women’s race rolls out."
(velonews.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)
February 24,
2021
Lazer Bullet 2.0 helmet review.
"Lots
of options to balance aero with airflow, but at the
expense of extra weight."
By Paul Norman (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)
February 24,
2021
February 23,
2021
UAE Tour: Pogacar takes control on Jebel
Hafeet.
"Tadej
Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates) extended his overall lead at
the UAE Tour, outfoxing Adam Yates (Ineos Grenadiers) at
the summit of Jefel Hafeet."
By Patrick Fletcher (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty
Images)
February 23,
2021
Sepp Kuss helps teammate at UAE Tour in his
season’s first mountaintop finale.
"Kuss
seemed poised for a run at the stage victory, but could
not following the blistering pace set by Yates. Pogačar
had to dig deep to follow the Grenadier's wheel, and
eventually came around Yates."
(velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
February 23,
2021
Mark Cavendish down to make second appearance
of 2021 at Le Samyn.
"Cavendish
will be up against defending champion, Hugo Hofstetter
(Israel Start-Up Nation) as well as other top sprinting
talent." By Tim
Bonville-Ginn (cyclingweekly.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty
Images)
February 23,
2021
Training plan from sofa to 60km.
"Just
starting out the sport of cycling? Or want to reach an
achievable milestone? This training plan will help you get
there." By Paul
Knott (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Daniel Gould)
February 23,
2021
Pocket Outdoor Media acquires Outside
magazine, Outside TV, Peloton magazine, Gaia GPS;
rebrands as Outside.
"VeloNews,
Peloton, Roll Massif, Beta, VeloPress, Bicycle Retailer,
Outside Magazine and others are now all part of
Outside." By
Steve Frothingham (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
February 23,
2021
February 22,
2021
UAE Tour: Ganna wins stage 2 as Pogacar takes
overall lead.
"Filippo
Ganna (Ineos Grenadiers) took his eighth time trial
victory in a row on stage 2 of the UAE Tour, easing to the
win on the 13-kilometre cycle track on Al Hudayriat
Island."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
February 22,
2021
Sepp Kuss braces for early climbing challenge
at the UAE Tour.
"For
Kuss, the UAE Tour is an opportunity to find form rather
than a quest for classification honors, and the race’s." By Jim Cotton (velonews.com)
(Image credit: Getty Images)
February 22,
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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February 25,
2021
What Are We Learning This Week?
"Five
days into the 2021 Cycling season, can I just say... OMG
we are five days into the cycling season! And only one
brush with catastrophe!"
By Chris Fontecchio (podiumcafe.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty
Images)
February 25,
2021
The show must go on: How the Spring Classics
are being run.
"Behind
the scenes, race organizers are performing a balancing act
between putting on some of the best bike races on the
calendar, keeping sponsors happy, and operating within the
ever-stricter framework of local, regional, and national
regulations." By
José Been (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
February 25,
2021
24 teams announced for inaugural 2021 Paris
Roubaix Femmes.
"A
total of 24 women’s teams will make history April 11 by
taking part in the inaugural Paris Roubaix Femmes, with
organizers ASO announcing the selection of all nine
Women’s WorldTour squads and 15 Continental programs." (cyclingnews.com) (Image
credit: Getty Images Sport)
February 25,
2021
Omloop Het Nieuwsblad Elite Women 2021: The
Contenders.
"Omloop
Het Nieuwsblad will once again welcome the world-class
women's peloton to open the Spring Classics on February 27
in Belgium." By
Kirsten Frattini (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
February 25,
2021
Omloop Het Nieuwsblad will be shown on Eurosport
and GCN as broadcasters strike last-minute deal.
"Eurosport
and GCN announced on Wednesday evening (February
24), just three days before the flag drops, that they had
reached an agreement with race organizer Flanders Classics
to broadcast the race on its platforms across Europe and
the Asia-Pacific region."
By Alex Ballinger (cyclingweekly.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty
Images)
February 25,
2021
The curious case of the handlebar bag scam.
"The
scam goes like this. A malevolent third party steals the
assets from the Route Werks Kickstarter page and website,
creates a dummy page masquerading as the genuine deal, and
tricks people into buying a bar bag."
By Iain Treloar (cyclingtips.com)photography by Route
Werks and supplied
February 25,
2021
Kommander Review: Zwift Control For Your
Handlebars.
"Looking
for a way to control Zwift from your handlebars with
dedicated clickable buttons for using PowerUps,
navigation, and changing camera views? Or perhaps
increasing intensity during a structured workout?" (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray
Maker)
February 25,
2021
Rapha expands women’s collection with All Day
Leggings and Shorts for on and off bike use.
"High
waisted, with no padding, these new styles also have
reflective details that can be hidden when off the bike." By Anna Marie Hughes
(road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
February 25,
2021
Training: Best weight training exercises for
cyclists.
"These
are a few of the best weight training exercises to develop
cycling-specific strength and prevent injury." By Hannah Finchamp
(velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
February 25,
2021
February 24,
2021
The Spring Classics: The definitive guide.
"From
Omloop to Liège via San Remo and Roubaix, an in-depth look
at the biggest men's races of spring."
By Daniel Benson (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
February 24,
2021
Omloop Het Nieuwsblad Elite Women - Preview
2021.
"Opening
Weekend will be a one-race show at the 1.Pro Omloop Het
Nieuwsblad, held on February 27 in Belgium, after its
counterpart Omloop van het Hageland was canceled." By Kirsten Frattini
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
February 24,
2021
Vincenzo Nibali victim of TV prank.
"Vincenzo
Nibali, one of only seven riders to have won all three of
cycling’s Grand Tours, has fallen victim to a TV prank
during which, among other things, he gave a masterclass in
swearing in Italian."
By Simon MacMichael (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
February 24,
2021
How do cycling shoes change as you spend more
money?
"With
prices that can sometimes nudge even $635/£450, cycling
shoes certainly can be expensive, but the top shoes worth
the price? What does that extra money buy you?" By Stefan Abram
(cyclingweekly.com)Image credit: Specialized
February 24,
2021
George Bennett’s national champion’s jersey
design rejected by New Zealand federation.
"To
give some background, the national federations have to be
sent the national champion’s kit designs and decides
whether it is suitable or not."
By Tim Bonville-Ginn (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by Stuart
Franklin/Getty Images)
February 24,
2021
Why the last Canadian racing cyclocross in
Europe had to flee for home.
"A
broken nose, an evening visit from the police and changing
travel regulations - Siobhan Kelly faced many challenges
out of competition during three months of racing in
Belgium." By
Matthew Pioro (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: fellusch.com
February 24,
2021
Castelli Toe Thingy 2 shoe cover review.
"The
Castelli Toe Thingy 2 is designed to keep your toes warm
with or without overshoes, but does it do the trick?" By David Arthur
(cyclingnews.com) (Image: © Future / David Arthur)
February 24,
2021
Giro Introduces New Supernatural Gloves with
EIT Palm Technology.
"Giro
and Elastic Interface have partnered to develop a new
cycling glove called Supernatural, which features EIT Palm
Technology, the same material used in the latter’s premium
chamois pads."
(capovelo.com) (Credit not Found)
February 24,
2021
Taipei Cycle Gold Awards by iF for 2021
include products from Merida, Liv, Cadex, & more.
"The
annual Taipei Cycle d&i awards seek to highlight the
best upcoming products in the bike industry, with the
ultimate prize awarded in the form of the gold award by
iF." By Zach
Overholt (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)
February 24,
2021
Volkswagen is now leasing bikes in Germany: Is
this just the beginning?
"Volkswagen
Financial Services, VW's financial services division, will
offer bike and e-bike leasing options to companies and
their employees. At the same time, VW will offer bike
financing options for private individuals."
By Ronan Mc Laughlin (cyclingtips.com) (Image Credit not
Found)
February 24,
2021
February 23,
2021
With Van Gansen's slap on the wrist, the UCI
failed the entire women’s peloton.
"In
total, ten riders or former riders stepped forward with
their experiences riding for Van Gansen.
Ten.
Ten riders."
By
Abby Mickey (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
February 23,
2021
Zwift Bans Another Pro, This Time With History
of Data Tampering.
"Today
Zwift has non-announced its latest sanction, against
Philipp Diegner of Canyon Esports, for falsifying data as
part of their Zwift Racing League pro race series. This
would make for the fifth individual in the last 6 months." (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray
Maker)
February 23,
2021
Door is open for Mathieu van der Poel to race
Omloop Het Nieuwsblad.
"Of
course, we want him to race,” Flanders Classics CEO Tomas
van den Spiegel told VeloNews on Tuesday. “It is
possible he can race, if he meets all the requirements of
the protocols. If he is compliant, he can race." By Andrew Hood (velonews.com)
(Image credit: Getty Images)
February 23,
2021
Power Analysis: Phil Gaimon at the 2015
Redlands Classic versus Virtual Redlands Classic.
"An
examination of the similarities and differences between
virtual and in-real-life racing at the Redlands Classic." By Zach Nehr (velonews.com)
(Image Credit not Found)
February 23,
2021
POC Ventral Lite helmet review.
"As
the name suggests, the Ventral Lite is POC's lightest
production road bike helmet but has this come at the
expense of any creature comforts?"
By Aaron Borrill (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Aaron
Borrill)
February 23,
2021
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February 25,
2021
Europol, WADA to target crime gangs selling
doping products to cycling, other sports.
"In a
joint statement Europol and WADA said organized crime
gangs were producing, trafficking and selling doping
products to a range of athletes “from track athletes,
professional cyclists, skiers and weightlifters to amateur
bodybuilders."
(stickybottle.com) (Image Credit not Found)
February 25,
2021
Toss a bottle or do the super tuck and the UCI
will dock you 30 seconds.
"During
stage races the UCI will dock a rider 30 seconds for a
first offense and two minutes for a second. A third
offense brings expulsion."
By Greg Kaplan (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
February 25,
2021
Five things to look out for at Omloop Het
Nieuwsblad and Kuurne Brussels Kuurne 2021.
"As
seems to be the case every year, Deceuninck Quick Step
begin the spring Classics as the clear team to beat, with
line-ups chock-full of talent."
By Stephen Puddicombe (cyclingweekly.com)(Photo: STIEHL /
SUNADA)
February 25,
2021
10 riders to watch at Opening Weekend.
"The
weekend double of Omloop Het Nieuwsblad and Kuurne Brussel
Kuurne opens the Classics season and, while the wet and
icy Belgian weather we so often see might be absent." By Patrick Fletcher
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images / Bettini
Photo)
February 25,
2021
What you need to know about Omloop Het
Nieuwsblad, the women’s season opener.
"It’s
almost here. This Saturday February 27, the women will
finally line up for the first time this season." (photo: kristof ramon)
(cyclingtips.com) By Abby Mickey
February 25,
2021
Simon Yates confirms his Grand Tour plans for
2021.
"Simon
Yates has confirmed his Grand Tour plans for the 2021
season, as he will target the Giro d’Italia for a fourth
consecutive year."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images
Sport)
February 25,
2021
Riders react to the Giro d’Italia 2021 route,
including Remco Evenepoel, Peter Sagan and Egan Bernal.
"The
details of this year’s corsa rosa have been announced,
with some exciting spectacles on the horizon." By Alex Ballinger
(cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty
Images)
February 25,
2021
Cyclist 31 Inspirational Women No1: Fiona
Kolbinger.
"To
celebrate International Women's Month, we have partnered
with Zwift to tell the stories of 31 inspirational women
across 31 days."
By Maria David (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)
February 25,
2021
What is the best second bike for road
cyclists?
"What
would you have? Would you go for gravel, choose ‘cross or
maybe a mountain bike? The road.cc team pick their ideal
second steed."
By Liam Cahill (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
February 25,
2021
Giro d'Italia 2021: Five key stages.
"As
ever, the mighty passes catch the eye - most notably, the
extreme tappone on stage 16 - but the modern Giro doesn’t
limit its difficulties to the biggest mountains or the
obvious set pieces."
By Barry Ryan (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty
Images)
February 24,
2021
Giro d'Italia 2021 route revealed.
"The
2021 Giro d’Italia will include just 38.4 kilometers of
time trials but is packed with six mountain finishes,
seven other hilly stages, and almost 47,000 meters of
climbing, making the Corsa Rosa a race for Egan Bernal
(Ineos Grenadiers), Thibaut Pinot (Groupama FDJ) and
Vincenzo Nibali (Trek Segafredo)."
By Stephen Farrand (cyclingnews.com) (RCS Sport)
February 24,
2021
New Shimano Dura-Ace: What do we know so far?
"12-speed, wireless, semi wireless, self-charging? What tech could we see and when will it launch?" By Josh Croxton (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Courtesy) February 24,
2021
Strava Adds Indoor Workout Recording to App
(For all users): Quick How-To Guide.
"As of
now*, you can record an indoor workout on Strava’s mobile
app that doesn’t have GPS involved. Previously, workouts
recorded on their mobile app required GPS - which weren’t
really ideal when you wanted to record a gym workout." (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray
Maker)
February 24,
2021
‘It’s been a nightmare’: How Brexit is
impacting the careers of British riders.
"British
nationals are now restricted to only 90 days of travel
every 180 days within the EU. For professional cyclists,
that barely covers the pre-season training camps." By Jonny Long
(cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
February 24,
2021
HindSight Edge rear view glasses launched by
Physicist and Olympic champion.
"Not
just for keeping an eye on upcoming traffic, a performance
edge is promised in not having to look behind to cover
attacks." By
Stefan Abram (cyclingweekly.com) Image credit: HindSight
February 24,
2021
Health Mate abuse case highlights major flaws
in the system.
"It’s
been almost three years since the first of four female
riders lodged a formal complaint of abuse against Health
Mate Cyclelive team manager Patrick Van Gansen with the
UCI Ethics Commission."
By Kirsten Frattini (cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Facebook)
February 24,
2021
Leaked - Favero Assioma Shimano-compatible
power meter pedal.
"Eagle-eyed
Favero Assioma fans have uncovered some information and
photos from Favero, suggesting the Italian company is
about to launch a version of its popular Assioma Duo power
meter that will be compatible with Shimano SPD-SL pedal
bodies." By
Ronan Mc Laughlin (cyclingtips.com) (Image Credit not
Found)
February 24,
2021
Bike of the Week - The Felt Breed is a gravel
race bike with a versatile streak.
"The
Breed is Felt’s dedicated gravel bike for 2021 and the
$2,899 Breed 20 is the more expensive of two available
builds." By Oli
Woodman (bikeradar.com) Russell Burton / Immediate Media
February 24,
2021
February 23,
2021
Chris Froome: I've obviously got a long way to
go.
"The
35-year-old is making his season debut at the UAE Tour in
the colors of his new team, Israel Start-Up Nation, and
it’s been a tough reintroduction."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image)
February 23,
2021
Michael Woods on his opening race with Israel
Start-Up Nation.
"Woods
reflects on his early-season form, and his move to Israel
Start-Up Nation to race alongside Dan Martin and Chris
Froome." By
James Startt (velonews.com) (Photo: James Startt)
February 23,
2021
Chris Froome on Ineos Grenadiers exit: ‘This
is something new and fresh.’
"Four-time
Tour de France winner compares himself to Tom Brady, and
says 'nothing' holding him back from fifth yellow jersey." (velonews.com) (Tim de
Waele/Getty Images)
February 23,
2021
Annemiek van Vleuten debuts in Movistar’s
colors at Omloop Het Nieuwsblad.
"The
38-year-old returns as defending champion in what’s the
2021 women’s season opener. It was her only victory in
2020 before the women’s calendar was shut down." (velonews.com) Photo:
Movistar
February 23,
2021
Flanders Classics broadens support of women’s
racing.
"Women’s
classics will finish after men’s races and include
uninterrupted TV images."
By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
February 23,
2021
Will SRAM continue to make Time shoes?
"The
wording of SRAM’s press release didn’t mention shoes at
all, and it’s only in the SRAM Technical Service FAQ
section that the question is asked: “Will SRAM continue
the Time Sport shoe product line?"
By Simon Smythe (cyclingweekly.com) Photo: Simon Smythe
February 23,
2021
Make Everything a Zwift Ride with this Meme
Generator.
"In
the event you haven’t seen it, then let me introduce you
to some solid lost productivity: ZwiftIRL.com" (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray
Maker)
February 23,
2021
February 22,
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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