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July
8, 2020
Lars van der Haar shares his
experiences of suffering from coronavirus.
"The
Dutch cyclocross and road racer became unwell
after returning home from a skiing trip
following the close of his cyclocross season,
and he quickly realized it was Covid-19." (cyclingweekly.com)
(Luc Claessen/Getty Images)
July
8, 2020
Lauren Stephens' Zwift Journey: From
beat-downs to Virtual Tour de France stage winner.
"I
know it's virtual but it's pretty incredible to
win a stage of the Tour de France," Stephens
says from her home in Dallas, Texas, fresh off
the trainer where she was competing in yet
another Zwift race."
(cyclingnews.com) (ASO)
July
8, 2020
Bernie Nolan and the Legend of the
Kazemaatenstraat.
"The
Kazemaatenstraat is part of 70’s cycling legend.
A condemned cul-de-sac in Ghent where penniless
‘Anglo’ cyclists could have a cheap roof over
their heads as they pursued their (mostly lost)
cause to make it big and become a ‘Kermis King." (veloveritas.co.uk)
(Photo©supplied)
July
8, 2020
Superga left out of Milano Torino to
ease things for sprinters.
"Organizers
are leaving out the emblematic finishing climb,
set on the Superga Hill that towers above Turin,
due to the dynamics of the reshuffled racing
schedule."
(velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
July
8, 2020
Teams announced for 2020 La Course
by Le Tour de France.
"ASO
announced the teams to take part in the 2020
edition of La Course by Le Tour de France. 2019
winner Marianne Vos' CCC Liv team are among the
automatic selections for the race, which is set
to run on August 29."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
July
8, 2020
Redshift Suspension Stem &
Seatpost Review.
"Bicycle
Suspension is no longer just for mtb’s, as the
growth in gravel and fast off-road cycling
demands better tech to smooth out rough rides."
(pezcyclingnews.com) Stephen Cheung
July
8, 2020
Evaluating Trek Segafredo's Tour de
France long list.
"While
Italian duo Vincenzo Nibali and Giulio Ciccone
will lead the line at the Giro d'Italia in
October, Bauke Mollema and Richie Porte will
share leadership at the in France in August and
September."
(cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)
July
8, 2020
Rally Cycling’s edge in the Virtual
Tour de France.
"The
team tapped the top-ranked Zwift racer Holden
Comeau as a coach to gain an advantage over the
WorldTour competition."
(velonews.com) Photo: Rally Cycling
July
8, 2020
How to watch the Virtual Tour de
France; Streaming details, start list and more.
"The
first-ever Virtual Tour de France has live
coverage of the men’s and women’s races to be
broadcast worldwide.
Saturday July 11th, stage three: North-east France, 48km (flat stage). Stage
three
- women 14:47CET,
05:47PDT, 22:47AUS.
Stage three - men 15:52ET, 06:52PDT, 23:52AUS." (bikeradar.com) George Scott (Image credit: Zwift) July
8, 2020
Specialized Gear & Apparel now
available online through Backcountry &
Competitive Cyclist.
"If
you want to buy a Specialized bike, you’ll still
have to go into your local Specialized dealer.
But starting today, Specialized Gear &
Apparel is available online."
(bikerumor.com) (Zach Overholt)
July
8, 2020
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7, 2020
Milano Torino unveils flat route for
2020 edition.
"Superga climb removed as race prepares for new pre-Milan San Remo calendar spot." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: RCS Sport) July
7, 2020
Bardet, Aru, López, Porte to ride
Mont Ventoux Dénivelé Challenges.
"Inaugural
winner Jesús Herrada and his Cofidis teammate
Guillaume Martin were also among the
participants announced by the race organization,
who confirmed that six WorldTour teams will be
on the start line in Vaison-la-Romaine." (cyclingnews.com)
(Getty Images)
July
7, 2020
British women’s squad Drops on the
hunt for new sponsor to take them to WorldTour.
"Just
days after winning the opening stage of the
first ever virtual Tour de France, the UCI team
has put out a call to find a new corporate
backer to help them secure the €1 million
minimum needed."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)
July
7, 2020
Will Barta wants to ‘repay the
faith’ to Ochowicz and CCC.
"Newly
healthy young American plans to stay loyal to
imperiled team and fulfill the potential that
took him to WorldTour."
(velonews.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images
Sport)
July
7, 2020
This rear hub has 2x wireless
shifting inside and 11 gears on the outside.
"Specific
details of the new product are limited, but from
the company’s website, we know the internal
shifting hub offers both a 1:1 and a 1:0.7
ratio, the latter effectively adding a lower
gear range than what the exterior cassette
suggests. That two-speed gearing is wirelessly
controlled from a handlebar-mounted shifter." (cyclingtips.com)
Dave Rome
July
7, 2020
Lauf goes consumer direct, cuts
$1,000+ off prices.
"Lauf
Cycling, the Icelandic brand that debuted in
2014 with its distinct, leaf-spring fork, just
switched its business model to consumer direct,
effectively slashing $1,000 or more off the
price of each bike."
(velonews.com) Ben Delaney
July
7, 2020
Power Analysis: Men’s Virtual Tour
de France.
"We
take a look at the incredible power numbers put
up by WorldTour racers in stage 1 of the Virtual
Tour de France."
(velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
July
7, 2020
Pro riders seriously step up their
training on Strava, including Chris Froome, Egan
Bernal and Wout van Aert.
"The
return of bike racing is just around the corner
and the pros are really starting to step up
their training, if Strava stats are to be
believed."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
July
7, 2020
Good news as 555km endurance race
gets green light to proceed.
"In
May the organizers said there was a “good
chance” the race would take place. But now the
race is on a much firmer footing and can
proceed, subject to any sudden change in
conditions such as the re-imposition of
lockdown."
(stickybottle.com) (Credit not Provided)
July
7, 2020
3 Wheel Upgrades for your Road or
Gravel Bike.
"Road, gravel and all-road offerings." (roadbikeaction.com) (Credit not Provided) July
7, 2020
July
6, 2020
How retired great Sean Yates lives
off-the-grid in southern Spain.
"Four
years after an agriculture accident nearly took
his life, Brit Sean Yates lives a rustic
lifestyle without electricity or running water
in the Spanish countryside."
(velonews.com) Photo: Sean Yates
July
6, 2020
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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Peeking In On the Bizarro Calendar.
"Did
you used to feel confused as to which Italian
one-day races were in spring or fall? Probably
not the monuments, but I mean Milano Torino or
the Giro del Piemonte? Not to worry, they’re all
in August this year."
(podiumcafe.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
July
8, 2020
Tales from the Tour: “When you have
the opportunity, you have to seize it.”
"On
the Tour’s first day in France, a long trek
south that ended near the glitzy Rue du
Champagne, a Frenchman stole France’s heart, and
showed a bit of his own."
(cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Gruber Images)
July
8, 2020
Q&A: Kristi Mohn on the decision
to cancel the Dirty Kanza (DK).
"DK's
marketing manager cites 'the safety of the
cycling community and the Emporia community' as
the reason to cancel the 2020 event." (velonews.com)
Photo: Ben Delaney
July
8, 2020
Davide Rebellin is still racing at
nearly 49 years old.
"So many of you asked me if this was my last race or if I’d continue,” he posted on Facebook at the time. “The emotions and warmth that I felt are too strong and my desire to continue to repay this love is too strong." (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) July
8, 2020
Vandenbergh: I want to race for
another year.
"I'd
prefer to stay with the team," the Belgian told
Het Nieuwsblad at AG2R's training camp in
Vaujany, in the , on Tuesday. "We'll see.
There's also interest from other teams, but I
definitely want to race for another year." (cyclingnews.com)
(Getty Images Sport)
July
8, 2020
Garmin Fenix 6/6S Pro Solar Review:
What’s new & different.
"Today
Garmin has extended the solar option on the
Fenix 6 series to include the Fenix 6S Pro and
Fenix 6 Pro units, completing the family that
started last year with the Fenix 6X Pro Solar.
Now all three Pro units offer a solar-equipped
option."
(dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
July
8, 2020
Oliver Naesen and Classics teammates
head to Alps for training camp.
"While
Romain Bardet, Pierre Latour and the rest of the
Tour de France and Giro d'Italia groups will
hold their own camps, Naesen and co are laying
the foundations for the one-day races in
October."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Yves Perret /
www.ypmedias.com)
July
8, 2020
Bontrager Aeolus RSL 37 wheelset
review.
"The
Aeolus RSL 37 wheels from Bontrager are a carbon
Goldilocks wheelset that are light and aero -
but not cheap."
(velonews.com) Ben Delaney
July
8, 2020
eBay Finds: Limited-edition Lance
Armstrong Giro Atmos helmet.
"Any
Lance Armstrong fans out there may well be
interested in this small slice of history: a
special-edition Giro Atmos helmet as worn by the
American on the final day of the 2005 Tour de
France, designed to celebrate what was then
believed by many to be a seventh legitimate Tour
victory."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: bloods911 /
eBay)
July
8, 2020
Gaerne shoes specifically for
e-bikes.
"Do
we really need separate shoes for e-adventures?
The Italian footwear experts Gaerne seem to
think so."
(road.cc) (Jack Sexty)
July
8, 2020
Lumos Ultra smart helmet packs
lighting, turn signals into a sleek helmet you’ll
actually wear.
"The
Lumos Ultra smart helmet is the “most backed
product ever” in Kickstarter's ‘Bikes’ category.
I’ve been commuting to work and squeezing in
afterwork rides with a pre-production version of
the Ultra with its bright, integrated lighting
and easy to use turn signals."
(bikerumor.com) (Cory Benson)
July
8, 2020
Freeman medical tribunal to resume
in October.
"The
hearing that is assessing whether the former
British Cycling and Team Sky doctor is fit to
practice medicine was adjourned on medical
grounds in December."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bryn
Lennon/Getty Images)
July
7, 2020
Union Tug-of-War: CPA Women calls
for unity in bid to represent pro peloton.
"The
women’s peloton has two different unions vying
to represent it, and the battle between them
only seems likely to heat up from here on out." (cyclingtips.com)
(Photo: Cor Vos)
July
7, 2020
Péraud dropped from UCI mechanical
doping role.
"'I'm
aware there's no cheating but the UCI has not
succeeded in guaranteeing that to the public.'" (cyclingnews.com)
(Image credit: Stephen Farrand)
July
7, 2020
Van der Poel’s early season schedule
in doubt.
"Health
concerns in Romania put question mark over
Dutchman's planned season restart at Sibiu
Tour."
(velonews.com) (Photo by Stephen Pond/Getty
Images)
July
7, 2020
Madouas on Tour de France debut:
There's pressure but we have an objective.
"Although
Groupama FDJ's full eight-rider line-up for this
year's Tour de France has yet to be announced,
Valentin Madouas has talked about his excitement
at having already been selected for his Tour
debut."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
July
7, 2020
Jumbo Visma and Agu develop new
time-trial skinsuit.
"Agu
became the team's clothing supplier at the
beginning of 2019, and the two parties have
already worked together to develop a 'sprint
suit' - a skinsuit for using during road races." (cyclingnews.com)
(Getty Images Sport)
July
7, 2020
Dirty Kanza has been canceled for
2020.
"Organizers
announced on Tuesday that the gravel event,
which had initially been rescheduled for
September 12, would now not be taking place at
all this year amid continued concerns." (cyclingtips.com)
Photography by Ethan Glading
July
7, 2020
UCI cancels multiple MTB World Cups,
plus BMX worlds and other events.
"Road
and mountain worlds still on, but several events
are being rescheduled or canceled. The UCI
released an update Tuesday on its many world
championship and World Cup events." (velonews.com)
Men’s XC racing from Snowshoe mountain. Photo:
Don Karle www.donkarle.com
July
7, 2020
An ode to the Shimano PD-M520, the
world’s most reliable pedal.
"The
Shimano PD-M520s on my bike at the moment are at
least a decade old, with the black anodizing on
the pedal body buffed to smooth silver by the
rub of shoe tread on the axle and the ends
scarred and scratched by falls."
(cyclingtips.com) Photography by Iain Treloar
July
7, 2020
Ritte Cycles Satyr Steel Gravel
Bike: Long-Term Review!.
"JOM
of the Gravel Cyclist crew has been riding the
Ritte Satyr for several months, and taken it to
places near and wide. In other words, JOM's been
riding the Satyr a lot in North Florida and
South Georgia."
(gravelcyclist.com) JOM
July
7, 2020
Bosch signals at a fully integrated
future with ebike concept.
"It’s
been ten years since Bosch launched its first
electric bike motor system and, to mark the
occasion, the brand has unveiled its eBike
Design Vision, demonstrating how it sees the
ebike developing in the future."
(bikeradar.com) Paul Norman
July
7, 2020
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Ben Hermans warns of psychological
impact of social isolation during Tour de France.
"Recently
I got my hands on a 13-page document from our
team, full of restrictions imposed by the UCI on
the teams. That note got me thinking. The social
isolation in which riders are going to end up
shouldn't be underestimated," Hermans told Het
Nieuwsblad."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)
July
8, 2020
Di2 vs eTap: which is the right
electronic groupset for you?
"The
groupset wars are alive and well in 2020, and
when it comes to electronic shifting, you have
three options, Shimano Di2, SRAM eTap, and
Campagnolo EPS - the former two make up the
lion’s share of the market for battery-powered
gear changes."
(cyclingnews.com)(Image credit: Colin Levitch)
July
8, 2020
Foothill Offset Wood limited edition
hooks hang spare wheels for out of the way
storage.
"I’ve
loved the simplicity and convenience of
Foothill’s Offset wheel storage hooks since they
first launched in extruded aluminum back four
years ago."
(bikerumor.com) c. Foothill (Cory Benson)
July
8, 2020
Brändle signs contract extension
with Israel Start-Up Nation.
"Matthias
Brändle signed a two-year contract extension
with Israel Start-Up Nation that will keep the
Austrian time trial specialist with the
WorldTour team until at least the end of 2022." (cyclingnews.com)
(Bettini Photo)
July
8, 2020
Lazer G1 Genesis MIPS road helmet
review: Classic shape, modern safety.
"The
Genesis offers what I’d deem to be a Euro-styled
shaping that’s noticeably more oval in its head
form than it is round. It’s a shape that fits me
perfectly and is comparable to the likes of Met,
Kask and Rudy Project."
(cyclingtips.com) Photography by Dave Rome &
Tim Bardsley Smith
July
8, 2020
Garmin Instinct Solar Review: What’s
New & Different.
"Today
Garmin announced the Instinct Solar lineup. At
first glance this might just look like an
existing Instinct with a solar panel slapped
atop it. But in reality, this Instinct is
totally different on the inside."
(dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
July
8, 2020
Jumbo Visma extends ongoing quest
for development of ‘fastest skinsuits.’
"The
Dutch squad, home to time trial engines such as
Tom Dumoulin, Primož Roglič, and Tony Martin,
has confirmed it has “indefinitely extended” its
contract with clothing and eyewear partner AGU." (velonews.com) (Tim
de Waele/Getty Images)
July
8, 2020
Best Bar Tape: Grippy, comfortable
and durable handlebar tape to protect your palms.
"The
best bar tape will offer a balance of grip,
vibration absorption, comfort and durability
whilst being easy to keep clean. Here's a
roundup of our favorites."
(cyclingnews.com)(Image credit: Colin Levitch)
July
8, 2020
Yamaha drops a class 3 road bike.
"Yamaha
Bicycles is launching their new Civante, a Class
3 (28 mph) electric power-assist bike, expanding
its line-up of fitness-focused road bikes. The
Civante uses Yamaha’s trusted PWSeries SE motor
and a host of good components and features."
(electricbikeaction.com) (Credit not Provided)
July
8, 2020
7 of the best folding e-bikes 2020.
"Need a bike with a boost that is also compact and easily transportable? A folding e-bike could be your ideal multi-modal solution." (road.cc) (Oli Pendrey) (Richard Peace ) July
8, 2020
July
7, 2020
Italian cycling federation launches
investigation into riders who may have raced
illegally during lockdown.
"According
to a statement released by the Federazione
Ciclistica Italiana (FCI), the
organization received reports that cyclists may
have been competing during the nation’s health
emergency."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by GABRIEL BOUYS/AFP
via Getty Images)
July
7, 2020
Stars of the Future part III: Liane
Lippert.
"Even
if she hadn’t had a few results to show for it,
the conviction and clarity of purpose with which
Liane Lippert speaks would be enough to convince
us she was going to succeed in the sport." (rouleur.cc)
Photographs: Cor Vos/Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com
July
7, 2020
U23 European time trial champion
Price-Pejtersen joins Uno-X.
"The
under-23 men's European time trial champion,
Johan Price-Pejtersen, will join Norwegian
ProTeam outfit Uno-X on a two-and-a-half-year
contract."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
July
7, 2020
“Put Me Back on My Bike” -
Remembering Tom Simpson.
"Tom
Simpson was a World Champion, a winner of Paris
Nice and multiple Monuments and a BBC Sports
Personality of the Year, and basically blazed a
trail for British riders during a brief but
decorated career."
(cycling.today) (Credit not Provided)
July
7, 2020
Giro champ Richard Carapaz to fly
direct to Spain next week.
"Sources
close to the 2019 Giro d’Italia champion
confirmed to VeloNews that Carapaz and
compatriot and teammate Jhonatan Narváez will
fly direct from Quito, Ecuador, to Madrid on
July 15."
(velonews.com) (Photo by Maximiliano
Blanco/Getty Images)
July
7, 2020
The best all-rounder bikes: If you
could only have one bike, what would it be?
"The
current global situation has seen a massive
spike in bicycle sales the world over with many
people choosing the safer, more responsible
option of commuting to work by bike rather than
risk public transport."
(cyclingnews.com)(Image: © Aaron Borrill)
July
7, 2020
SunGod releases new Pace Series
sunglasses.
"British
eyewear brand SunGod has released its Pace
Series range of performance cycling sunglasses.
The range comprises two options - the Vulcans
and Velans - available in half-frame and
full-frame options that customers can fully
customize at no additional cost."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: SunGod)
July
7, 2020
DT Swiss takes revered 1501 Spline
One wheelset to the next level with carbon fiber.
"The
new DT Swiss 1501 Spline One wheelsets get a
host of updates for 2021, including full carbon
fiber rims with modified characteristics,
depending on their intended discipline." (bikeradar.com) DT
Swiss
July
7, 2020
Best Turbo Trainers: Smart trainers
to improve your indoor cycling experience.
"A
guide to choosing the best turbo trainers and
our pick of the best wheel-on and direct-drive
smart trainers available today."
(cyclingnews.com) Colin Levitch (Tacx)
July
7, 2020
Pro Discover Seatpost Carbon.
"The
Discover seatpost from Shimano offshoot Pro is
reasonably light, very long and easy to live
with. It's just a pity it doesn't actually
provide any comfort improvements." (road.cc) John
Stevenson
July
7, 2020
What’s the deal with hookless rims?
Why road tubeless standards are a mess and how
they’re slowly getting fixed.
"Road
tubeless has been in the wind for over a decade
and in the last couple of years the technology
has shown real signs of going mainstream, with
numerous wheel and tire brands jumping on
board."
(bikeradar.com) (Matthew Loveridge)
July
6, 2020
Zipp RollingRoad shows why 303
Firecrest recommended tire pressures are so low.
"Based
on their data from the RollingRoad tests, Zipp
found that the difference between ultra-low and
high pressure..."
(bikerumor.com) (Zach Overholt)
July
6, 2020
VeloFix: Your local Bike Shop, on
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