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August 18,
2020
Tour de Wallonie: Sam Bennett wins stage 3.
"Sam
Bennett (Deceuninck Quick Step) claimed victory in a
dramatic finale to stage 3 of the Tour de Wallonie,
getting the better of Arnaud Démare (Groupama FDJ) and
John Degenkolb (Lotto Soudal)."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
August 18, 2020
Team Ineos could replace Egan Bernal with
Richard Carapaz at Tour de France.
"Worries
begin to mount over Bernal's back injury sustained at the
Criterium du Dauphine."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Joe Robinson)
August 18, 2020
Elia Viviani, Guillaume Martin to lead Cofidis
at Tour de France.
"Martin
has left his mark at Cofidis,” team manager Cedric Vasseur
said. “Our mission, our obligation, is to put a team
around Guillaume at the Tour, taking into account the
status of Elia Viviani."
(velonews.com) (James Startt)
August 18, 2020
NTT Pro Cycling target Tour de France sprints
with Nizzolo, Walscheid and Boasson Hagen.
"The
African WorldTour team has also selected Michael Valgren
and Michael Gogl, with Domenico Pozzovivo the protected
climber and veteran Roman Kreuziger completing the
eight-rider team."
(cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)
August 18, 2020
Sean Kelly: Fuglsang should be riding Tour de
France.
"It's
a shame that he's not going to ride the Tour de France.
He's in fantastic form right now, and with what's looking
like a very open race, he has a very real chance of
getting on the podium."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
August 18, 2020
Tour de France 2020 stage-by-stage preview.
"Everything you need to know about what could be one of the most unpredictable editions in years." (road.cc) (Simon MacMichael) August 18, 2020
Tuscan region bids to host 2020 Road World
Championships.
"The
promoting cities are mainly Peccioli, well known in the
cycling world because every year it hosts the Coppa
Sabatini, and the industrious Pontedera, now the
traditional venue of the Giro della Toscana." (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini
Photo)
August 18, 2020
Is the Peloton indoor exercise bike and app
worth it?
"Peloton's
fitness classes are incredibly popular outside the cycling
sphere - so what is all of the fuss about? Why hasn’t the
cycling world embraced it fully?"
(cyclingweekly.com) Credit: Image: Peloton
August 18, 2020
Best road bike deals.
"Hunting
down the best road bike deals can be a long and laborious
internet-trawling grind. New deals appear all the time and
the availability of the most common sizes is often
limited."
(cyclingnews.com)
August 18, 2020
AX-Lightness VIAL evo Disc gives you strength,
stiffness, and a 5.6kg/12.3lb road bike.
"The
VIAL evo Disc bike starts with a handbuilt carbon fiber
frame made in Germany through a production process that
begins with the same high end pre-preg carbon fiber used
in motorsports and aerospace."
(bikerumor.com)
August 18, 2020
2020 Tour de Wallonie Live Feed.
"Tour de Wallonie 2020 - stage 3 (Montzen - Visé 192km) Live.
Tuesday, August 187th, starts at 15:20pm Central Europe,
09:20am U.S. Eastern."
(cycling.today) photo: procyclingstats.com
August 18, 2020
 August 17,
2020
Tour de Wallonie: Démare wins in Wavre.
"Arnaud
Demare (Groupama FDJ) claimed victory on stage 2 of the
Tour de Wallonnie, beating overall leader Caleb Ewan
(Lotto Soudal) to the line in another bunch sprint in
Wavre." (Tim de
Waele/Getty Images)
August 17, 2020
Riders complain about dangerous roads at Tour
de Wallonie.
"Van
Avermaet's bike broken by pothole as finishing circuit
bollards also cause concern."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
August 17, 2020
Pinot to skip French championships road race.
"Groupama
FDJ leader Thibaut Pinot will miss this Sunday's French
national championships road race in Grand-Champ, Brittany,
in order to rest his back."
(cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)
August 17, 2020
Suspense builds ahead of Ineos selection for
Tour de France.
"Team
officials confirmed to VeloNews that the
eight-rider selection likely won’t be made this week.
Initially, the team had hoped to have its final “Tour
Eight” ready to go by the time the Critérium du Dauphiné
wrapped up Sunday."
(velonews.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)
August 17, 2020
Lilian Calmejane signs with AG2R La Mondiale
for 2021.
"The
27-year-old has been in Direct Energie since 2016 and has
taken victories in races like the Circuit Cycliste
Sarthe-Pays de la Loire, the Settimana Internazionale
Coppi e Bartali and the Etoile de Besseges, as well as of
stage of the Tour de France in 2017 and of the Vuelta a
España in 2016."
(cyclingpub.com) (Facebook)
August 17, 2020
Review: Argon 18 Subito E-Road.
"The
E-Road has an endurance geometry that it inherits from the
Krypton. The fit range on those bikes is impressive
because of the 3D headset, which the company has spec'd on
various models throughout the years."
(cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Matt Stetson
August 17, 2020
The Paul Smith + Mercian Tandem is a £20,000
piece of art.
"Tandems
may not be your thing, perhaps neither is steel, but we
should all gather round and enjoy the unique beauty of the
Paul Smith + Mercian Tandem."
(cyclist.co.uk) Photography Alberto Strada / Wallpaper*
Handmade
August 17, 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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(swytchbike.com)
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August 18,
2020
Vlasov wins Giro dell'Emilia.
"Aleksandr
Vlasov with his second win in just a couple of weeks. He's
having a huge year. The Russian denies Almeida on San
Luca."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
August 18, 2020
Cecilie Uttrup Ludwig wins Giro dell'Emilia
Donne.
"The
Dane beat 2018 winner Rasa Leleivyte (Aromitalia Basso
Bikes Vaiano) and Pauliena Noisemakers (CCC Liv) across
the line atop the final climb of the San Luca in Bologna." (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini
Photo)
August 18, 2020
Cattaneo is latest Deceunick Quick Step rider
to be put on sidelines.
"Bad
luck continues for Deceunick Quick Step, with Mattia
Cattaneo joining a growing list of riders from the Belgian
team to crash out of action - sidelined for six to eight
weeks."
(velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
August 18, 2020
Bob Jungels signs for AG2R La Mondiale.
"AG2R
La Mondiale are in the midst of a substantial turnover in
high-profile riders, with Romain Bardet and Pierre Latour
both leaving."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
August 18, 2020
Sunweb extend contracts with Arndt and Stork.
"Team
Sunweb have handed two-year contract extensions to both
Nikias Arndt and Florian Stork, which will keep them with
the German WorldTour team until at least the end of the
2022 season."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
August 18, 2020
Coming to a shoe near you: Boa announces new
Li2 dials.
"We’ll
see the new Li2 dial feature on shoe releases from the
likes of Shimano, Fizik, Rapha, Scott, Lake, Gaerne, and
DMT over the next few months."
(cyclingweekly.com) Dave Rome
August 18, 2020
Is Campagnolo teasing a new gravel bike group?
"A new Instagram account could be setting the stage for a new Campagnolo gravel group. Campy's giving us two looks at how their existing groups have been used for gravel bikes." (bikerumor.com) (Tyler Benedict) (Instagram) August 18, 2020
CADEX Cycling: A comprehensive overview.
"You've
seen its wheels bolted into CCC Team's bikes, here's the
lowdown on Giant's high-end components brand." (cyclingnews.com) (Image
credit: Cadex)
August 18, 2020
Specialized Align II bike helmet offers MIPS
protection & modern look at impressive price.
"Like
anything in the bicycle world, you can spend a lot of
money to obtain the best helmets on the market.
Fortunately, you can still get a great helmet with
advanced protection without emptying your wallet." (bikerumor.com) (Zach
Overholt)
August 18, 2020
2020 Giro dell’Emilia Live Feed.
"Giro dell’Emilia 2020 (Casalecchio di Reno - San Luca 199.7km) LIVE.
Tuesday, August 18th, starts at 15:00pm Central Europe,
09:00am U.S. Eastern."
(cycling.today)
August 18, 2020
6 conclusions from the Critérium du Dauphiné.
"Jumbo
and Ineos question marks, Martínez magic, plus why it's
time for riders to strike."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)
August 17, 2020
Consistency pays off in big way for Daniel
Martínez at Dauphiné.
"One
of cycling's oldest adages is that you have to finish to
win. And a wild and dynamic Critérium du Dauphiné also
proved that hanging in there without giving up can just as
often deliver the goods."
(velonews.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)
August 17, 2020
Alaphilippe sports $168,000 watch during race.
"Julian
Alaphilippe (Deceuninck Quick Step) has been wearing an
ultralight watch during racing in recent weeks,
highlighted by a close-up during the Criterium du Dauphine
coverage on SBS."
(sbs.com.au) (Credit not Provided)
August 17, 2020
Power Analysis: Sepp Kuss at the 2020
Critérium du Dauphiné.
"We
dive into the young Jumbo Visma rider's astonishing power
numbers from the Critérium du Dauphiné."
(velonews.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)
August 17, 2020
Driver who cut off Schachmann during Il
Lombardia fined.
"Authorities
in Italy have given a €129 fine and docked two points from
the driving license of the woman who drove onto the course
during the finale of Il Lombardia on Saturday, cutting off
German champion Maximilian Schachmann, who plowed into the
side of her vehicle and fractured his collarbone." (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini
Photo)
August 17, 2020
The definitive list of Thigh Puns.
"To
Celebrate the launch of this season’s Thighs Club jerseys
(By Alex Dowsett and Chanel his better half) we told them
we would put together the ultimate, end all, BEST EVER,
list of thigh puns."
(thepelotonbrief.com) (Credit not Provided)
August 17, 2020
Gravel Bike Upgrades: The best improvements
for your gravel bike.
"From
quick and easy wins to significant component changes,
here's our pick of the best gravel bike upgrades you can
make."
(cyclingweekly.com) Katherine Moore
August 17, 2020
Best electric gravel bikes: dirt loving drop
bar e-bikes with added oomph.
"Could
electric gravel bikes be the best and most versatile
e-bikes on the market? We look at some of the best
electric gravel bike options."
(cyclingweekly.com) Katherine Moore
August 17, 2020
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August 18,
2020
Luca Wackermann wins Tour du Limousin opener.
"Luca
Wackermann (Vini Zabù KTM) won the opening stage of the
Tour du Limousin, attacking on the hilltop finale to leave
a reduced group trailing in behind in Evaux-les-Bains." (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini
Photo)
August 18, 2020
Fabio Jakobsen: The doctors at the finish line
saved my life.
"Fabio
Jakobsen has spoken for the first time since his
high-speed crash at the Tour de Pologne, revealing he was
grateful to be alive."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
August 18, 2020
‘My season is over but I’ll come back stronger
than before’: Remco Evenepoel shares update for fans from
his hospital bed in Belgium.
"The
Deceuninck Quick Step rider says his 2020 season is over
after he suffered multiple injuries in a shocking fall in
Italy last weekend, which saw him hit a low wall on a
bridge and fall into the ravine below."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Picture: Deceuninck Quick Step)
August 18, 2020
Gilbert: ‘If you don’t want to take risks,
stay at home.’
"Belgian
veteran reacts to wave of incidents and dangerous race
courses in the restarted cycling season."
(velonews.com) (James Startt)
August 18, 2020
Mørkøv blasts the CPA as a 'worthless
organization.'
"Deceuninck
Quick Step rider Michael Mørkøv has expressed his
frustration with the UCI, questioning the governing body's
role in the sport after the latest in a string of
safety-related incidents, while calling the professional
riders' association, the CPA, a "worthless organization."(cyclingnews.com) (Getty
Images Sport)
August 18, 2020
Valverde casts doubts on extending his
contract to 2022.
"I had
thought of continuing for another year but, as of today, I
will not continue after 2021. I have to find better
sensations."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
August 18, 2020
Sprint Training: Tips to improve your power.
"There's
no quick and fast way of increasing your power but the
following training tips and workout plan will get you
performing at your best in no time."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)
August 18, 2020
Best cycling computers: GPS, maps, data and
more, the best bike computers can do it all.
"The
best cycling computers are feature-packed, intuitive and
easy to live with head units that provide data, maps and
more."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Josh Croxton)
August 18, 2020
Bike of the week: Specialized Roubaix Pro
Force eTap.
"The
geometry of this non-S-Works version is taller and shorter
than that of the Tarmac, Specialized's all-round road
bike, but it’s no dutch-style town bike either." (bikeradar.com) (Simon
Bromley)
August 18, 2020
NRC X3.Earth glasses.
"The
NRC X3.Earth sunglasses are lightweight and comfortable,
they offer high clarity thanks to a Zeiss lens, and the
frame is made largely from a plant-derived material that's
dye-free."
(road.cc) (Mat Brett)
August 18, 2020
2020 Tour du Limousin Live Feed.
"Tour du Limousin 2020 - stage 1 (Couzeix - Evaux-Les-Bains 183.5km) LIVE. Tuesday,
August 18th, starts at 14:00pm Central Europe, 08:00am
U.S. Eastern."
(cycling.today) (tourdulimousin.com)
August 18, 2020
August 17,
2020
Sicot files dual complaints with police and
UCI against Doltcini Van Eyck manager Bracke.
"Marion
Sicot has filed a formal complaint against Doltcini Van
Eyck manager Marc Bracke with the UCI Ethics Commission,
citing six rule violations concerning sexual harassment,
discrimination, violating contract rules and fraud." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty
Images)
August 17, 2020
After a string of horrific crashes, riders
protest over safety.
"The
resumption of the cycling season has seen chaotic racing,
an upended Ineos hegemony, and eager anticipation for the
competition to come."
(cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
August 17, 2020
Équipe Paule Ka withdraws from Giro
dell'Emilia following bike theft.
"The
Équipe Paule Ka women’s pro cycling team has withdrawn
from Tuesday’s Giro dell’Emilia race in Italy following
the theft of team bicycles in Bologna."
(velonews.com) Photo by Sean Robinson/velofocus.com
August 17, 2020
Women’s Giro Dell'Emilia grows in stature amid
COVID-19 race cancellations.
"he
1.pro race, normally held in early October, will see
fierce competition from a hungry, fit peloton." (velonews.com) (Photo: Yuzuru
Sunada)
August 17, 2020
How to train like a pro cyclist.
"Want
to get fitter, stronger and race like a pro cyclist? We
take a closer look at five ways to boost your performance
on the bike."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)
August 17, 2020
Goodyear gets racy with Ultra High-Performance
road.
"Goodyear
expands its road cycling tire lineup to include various
widths and a tubeless tire."
(velonews.com) Photo: Goodyear Tires
August 17, 2020
Strava Goals update - Elevation targets,
monthly goals and more.
"The new features are live now and are only available to premium subscribers." (bikeradar.com) Jack Luke August 17, 2020
eBay Finds: Philippe Gilbert's 2014 Pearl
Izumi BMC skinsuit.
"We've
unearthed yet another fantastically exclusive piece of
pro-team kit on our latest trawl of popular buy-and-sell
site eBay, and this time it's a 2014 Pearl Izumi BMC
skinsuit that once belonged to Philippe Gilbert." (cyclingnews.com) (Image
credit: wolverine_cycles / eBay)
August 17, 2020
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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