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August 26,
2020
Hagens Berman Axeon faces uncertain future
amid sponsorship squeeze.
"Development
squad Hagens Berman Axeon faces a sizable sponsorship
shortfall for 2021, which could spell the end of the team.
Losing the squad would have a major impact on the U.S.
pipeline to the WorldTour."
(velonews.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)
August 26, 2020
European Championships: Nizzolo wins elite
men's road race title.
"Giacomo
Nizzolo (Italy) claimed the European Continental
Championships Road Race in a nail-biting sprint ahead of
Arnaud Demare (France) and Pascal Ackermann (Germany)." (cyclingnews.com) (Bettini
Photo)
August 26, 2020
Peter Sagan - the best Tour de France rider
since Eddy Merckx?
"The
statistics suggest that Sagan is the most consistent Tour
rider of all time, with the possible exception of the
Cannibal, Eddy Merckx."
(velonews.com) (Photo: Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
August 26, 2020
Tour de France countdown: 3 days to go - Live
updates.
"All
the latest news in the build-up to the 2020 Tour de
France."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
August 26, 2020
Best bike multi-tools: Fix your bike on the go
with these multi-tools.
"Prevent
technical hiccups from ruining your ride with our
selection of the best bike multi-tools."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Silca)
August 26, 2020
Tour de France 2020 Live Dashboard.
"Stage 1 start time: Saturday 14:00 CET (5:00 AM PDT).
Earliest live video: 14:00 CET (5:000 AM PDT).
Approximate finish: 17:58 CET (8:58 AM PDT)." (steephill.tv)
August 26, 2020
Tour Tech 2020: 10 ways bikes have changed
over 10 editions of the Tour de France.
"How
Peter Sagan's Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL7 differs from
the Tarmac that Alexandre Vinokourov rode back in 2011." (road.cc) (Mat Brett)
August 26, 2020
2020 Road European Championships Live Feed.
"Road European Championships August 24-28, 2020 - Men’s Road Race (Plouay - Plouay 178.5km/) Live. Wednesday,
August 26th, starts at 3:40pm Central Europe, 07:40am U.S.
Eastern."
(cycling.today) (procyclingstats.com)
August 26, 2020
 August 25,
2020
The person behind the rainbow bands:
One-on-one with Annemiek van Vleuten.
"She’s
a fierce competitor in every race she starts, she has an
almost 100% win ratio in 2020, and she’s a dominant force
in women’s cycling. But Annemiek van Vleuten is so much
more than that."
(cyclingtips.com) Photography by Kristof Ramon and Cor Vos
August 25, 2020
Tour de France Green Jersey Contenders.
"Peter
Sagan has owned the competition with a record seven wins
only he’s not looking as dominant as before so if he wins,
maybe we’ll have a contest this time."
(inrng.com) (ASO)
August 25, 2020
6 Things We Love About the 2020 Tour de France
Route.
"Are
you ready for the 2020 Tour de France to start on August
29? With a nearly two-month delay to this year’s race, we
certainly can’t wait to tune in ourselves."
(bicycling.co.za) ASO/Pauline BALLET
August 25, 2020
GP de Plouay victory a morale boost for
Deignan and Trek Segafredo.
"Obviously
I’m delighted, it’s been a difficult season for everybody
so far and we’ve had a lot of bad luck in the first few
races. It’s been clear to me that we’ve had the strongest
team in all the races and finally the luck was on our
side." (Bettini
Photo)
August 25, 2020
Matthews wins Bretagne Classic Ouest-France.
"Matthews
takes the win! He eased to victory there, having enough
time to sit up and celebrate as he crossed the line." (Getty Images)
August 25, 2020
Lizzie Deignan wins GP de Plouay.
"Lizzie
Deignan (Trek Segafredo) claimed a record third victory in
the GP de Plouay when she beat her fellow Briton Lizzy
Banks (Équipe Paule Ka) in a two-up sprint at the end of a
rain-sodden race in Brittany."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)
August 25, 2020
Breakthrough for Lizzy Banks at GP de Plouay.
"I
fully committed to the move with Lizzie Deignan' says
Equipe Paule Ka leader who placed second in the one-day
Women's WorldTour race."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)
August 25, 2020
Bora Hansgrohe out of Bretagne Classic.
"The
Bora Hansgrohe team withdrew for the Bretagne Classic this
morning after one of the team’s riders received a positive
test result."
(velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
August 25, 2020
Coros Pace 2 Hands-On: A $199 Multisport
watch.
"There’s
no question about it - the Coros Pace 2 is by far the best
GPS sports watch for the money out there, especially on
the multisport side. Nothing comes close at the $199 price
point."
(dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
August 25, 2020
August 24,
2020
GP de Plouay Women’s WorldTour 2020 - Preview.
"Significant
course changes could lead to more attacking on
long-running one-day Women's WorldTour event on August
25."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
August 24, 2020
Connor Swift will make Tour de France debut in
support of Nairo Quintana.
"The
24-year-old has continued to deliver on his potential,
having won the British National Championships in 2018 and
stepping up to join ProTeam Arkéa Samsic last season." (cyclingweekly.com) (Luc
Claessen/Getty Images)
August 24, 2020
Bouhanni out, Démare in for French team for
European Championships.
"Démare's
French championships victory prompts national selector
Voeckler to drop Bouhanni from European road race." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty
Images Sport)
August 24, 2020
Asgreen and Bystrøm take Danish and Norwegian
men's road race titles.
"Deceuninck
Quick Step's Kasper Asgreen and UAE Team Emirates' Sven
Erik Bystrøm took the men's road race titles at the Danish
and Norwegian national championships, respectively, on
Sunday." (Getty
Images Sport)
August 24, 2020
Dates confirmed for eSports World
Championships - Who will wear the first virtual rainbow
jersey?
"The
first-ever UCI Cycling eSports World Championships will be
held on 8 and 9 December."
(bikeradar.com) George Scott
August 24, 2020
Swytch Electric Bike Conversion Kit.
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Five rookies who will rock the Tour de France.
"From
21-year-old Pogačar to 27-year-old Carapaz, this year will
see a number of top talents make their Tour debut. Here
are the ones to watch."
(velonews.com) (James Startt)
August 26, 2020
Tour de France winning bikes.
"While
the Tour de France is a little different than usual this
year, it is still the pinnacle of our sport, and so is the
equipment."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Courtesy)
August 26, 2020
Jumbo Visma and Team Ineos facing fines for
missing Bretagne Classic.
"Team
Ineos opted not to take part in the event as a precaution
for riders and staff, ahead of their main goal of the year
the Tour de France, which starts on Saturday (August 29)." (cyclingweekly.com)
(GodingImages/PA Images)
August 26, 2020
The best saddles you can buy for mtb and
gravel bikes - tried and tested.
"The
saddle is the number one contact point that affects your
comfort over a large part of your everyday ride. We've
gone through the bulky to the outright uncomfortable
saddles to bring you our pick of the best bike seats you
can buy."
(road.cc) Liam Mercer
August 26, 2020
Tour de France 2020: The contenders.
"We're
now just days away from the start of the 2020 Tour de
France - four, in fact. All of the warm-up races, the
training and the form tapering is over and done with, and
all that remains are, we hope, 21 days of racing to
Paris."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
August 26, 2020
A tale of two teams: Nairo Quintana and the
revival of a Tour de France dream.
"The
move to Pro Continental outfit Arkéa Samsic raised
eyebrows when it was first reported last summer but as a
rejuvenated Quintana lit up the French calendar in the
opening weeks of the 2020 season."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
August 26, 2020
France’s Tour de France Hopes Rely on
Emotional Thibaut Pinot.
"Thibaut
Pinot is in a fighting mood as he faces the daunting task
of delivering a first home Tour de France win in 35 years.
Belief in him ran high in 2019 on a rollercoaster ride
that began with flair and ended in tears and a mystery
injury."
(roadbikeaction.com) (Bettini Photo)
August 26, 2020
Analyzing Bahrain McLaren's Tour de France
squad.
"A
year on from Vincenzo Nibali and Dylan Teuns stage wins -
and Rohan Dennis' DNF - Bahrain McLaren bring a totally
new look to the Tour de France."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
August 26, 2020
New Pinarello bikes for renamed Ineos
Grenadiers at the Tour de France.
"With
the news that Team Ineos is to be renamed for the Tour de
France, Pinarello has duly obliged with an all-new color
scheme which adorns the team's Dogma F12 and F12 X-Light
road bikes."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Pinarello)
August 26, 2020
August 25,
2020
UCI to tighten safety checks after spate of
serious race crashes.
"The
UCI announced it will reinforce race inspections for the
rest of the rescheduled 2020 season and initiate a major
reform of race safety conditions after a spate of major
crashes saw riders protest about their safety." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty
Images)
August 25, 2020
Q&A: Eurosport’s Carlton Kirby on
announcing the Tour de France from home.
"Eurosport's
Carlton Kirby explains what is lost and gained from
broadcasting the Tour de France on-site vs. from a remote
studio."
(velonews.com) Fred Dreier
August 25, 2020
Tour de France: Questions remain over Roglič,
Bora Hansgrohe reeling after injury crisis.
"Top-tier
favorite Roglič still not confirmed to race with just four
days remaining until the Tour rolls out."
(velonews.com) (James Startt)
August 25, 2020
Analyzing Jumbo Visma's Tour de France squad.
"Kruijswijk
may be out but the 'killer wasps' have Roglic, Dumoulin,
Kuss and Van Aert."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
August 25, 2020
Bora Hansgrohe confirms injured Schachmann,
Buchmann and Mühlberger to start Tour de France.
"All
three riders have done a superb job with the intensive
rehabilitation' says team doctor."
(cyclingnews.com) (Bettini Photo)
August 25, 2020
Best bike chain lube: keep your chain spinning
quiet and smooth.
"Combat
friction and wear with our roundup of the best chain lubes
for your bike."
(cyclingnews.com)
August 25, 2020
Fitbit Announces Fitbit Sense Smartwatch:
Dives far deeper towards health metrics.
"When
the winds of change bring you a pandemic, you respond with
the most health and almost-but-not-medical focused Fitbit
you’ve ever seen."
(dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
August 25, 2020
Canyon updates Grail gravel bikes for 2021.
"Canyon
just announced its refreshed Grail gravel bike line-up for
the new 2021 ‘season.’ Many of which have received a spec
overhaul and fresh color schemes."
(cyclingweekly.com) (James Bracey) (gravelcyclist.com)
August 25, 2020
18 Best Cycling Apps for Android & iOS.
"Cycling apps are a phenomenal way to track your rides, analyze your progress, motivate yourself to ride harder, and compete with friends and strangers." (bicycle-guider.com) Jeff August 25, 2020
2020 Bretagne Classic live feed.
"Bretagne Classic 2020 ( Plouay - Plouay 247.8km) LIVE STREAM.
Tuesday, August 25th, starts at 13:30pm Central Europe,
07:30am U.S. Eastern."
(cycling.today) (procyclingstats.com)
August 25, 2020
Stefan Küng and Anna van der Breggen take
European time trial championships.
"The
Swiss pro bested two world hour record holders en route to
the win; 2016 Olympic road champ out-rode her compatriot
for the women's win."
(velonews.com)
August 24, 2020
European Championships: Stefan Küng wins elite
men's time trial title.
"Küng
set a time of 30:18, beating Remi Cavagna of France by 17
seconds, with Victor Campenaerts (Belgium) third at 21
seconds. Alex Dowsett (Great Britain) was the last rider
to start, going on to finish fourth, 1:03 slower than
Küng."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
August 24, 2020
European Championships: Anna van der Breggen
wins elite women's time trial title.
"Anna
van der Breggen (Netherlands) became the women’s European
time trial champion after a dominant and convincing ride
over the 25.6km course in Plouay, France."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)
August 24, 2020
Here is the stacked Deceuninck Quick Step
squad for the Tour de France 2020.
"Having
been the most successful team in cycling last year, with
68 UCI wins, Deceuninck are taking eight of their biggest
talents to the 2020 Tour, which kicks off in Nice on
Saturday (August 29)."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)
August 24, 2020
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August 22, 2020
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UCI and ASO will soften two-strike COVID test
rule.
"The
measure will become more flexible,” said UCI President
David Lappartient, who was present at the start of the
Bretagne Classic in Plouay on Tuesday and was asked about
the rule."
(cyclingtips.com) Caley Fretz
August 26, 2020
McLaren set to leave WorldTour.
"McLaren
has confirmed that they will leave cycling at the end of
the season, just one year after becoming co-sponsors of
the WorldTour team Bahrain McLaren."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)
August 26, 2020
From hand gel to hybrid cars: Prudhomme’s
plans for a safe, clean Tour de France.
"Tour
boss speaks of measures implemented to mitigate corona
threat and dampen environmental impact of this year's
race."
(velonews.com) (James Startt)
August 26, 2020
What’s up with Jumbo Visma’s all-black
Bianchis? It’s all about the grams.
"Different
paints weigh different amounts depending on type and
color, and whites and brights weigh more due to the
pigment,” said an industry source who preferred to remain
unnamed but who has an intimate knowledge of the subject." (cyclingtips.com) Photography
by Gruber Images
August 26, 2020
Best 3D-printed road bike saddles: Fizik vs
Specialized.
"The
3D-printing concept is a hugely popular phenomenon in the
cycling world at present with everything from helmets and
gloves through to components and even bikes utilizing this
new technology."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Aaron Borrill)
August 26, 2020
Giro adds Regime to its road shoe range.
"Giro's
new Regime and Regime W shoes offer impressive comfort and
construction features at a great price."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Giro)
August 26, 2020
What to know: Movistar’s Tour de France team.
"Mas
and Soler slot in as GC leaders while Valverde could be
starting his final Tour de France for Spain's longest
running franchise."
(velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
August 26, 2020
New Sidi Gravel shoes smooth over rough roads
with synthetic suede style.
"What
does a gravel specific shoe look like? For Sidi, it starts
with their MTB Competition sole for efficient pedaling
during long days in the saddle, but also confident
traction when you have to hoof it."
(bikerumor.com) (Zach Overholt)
August 26, 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 26, 2020
August 25,
2020
Bora Hansgrohe manager expresses doubts about
COVID testing protocols after possible false positive.
"Tensions
rise with the Tour de France just days and teams facing
possible expulsion if two riders or staffers test
positive."
(velonews.com) Photo courtesy Bora Hansgrohe
August 25, 2020
Michael Woods ‘surprised’ by Tour de France
snub.
"Canadian
climber rules out EF Pro Cycling omitting him from team
due to future move to Israel Start-Up Nation." (velonews.com) (Tim de
Waele/Getty Images)
August 25, 2020
Travis McCabe’s long odyssey to Europe and
back again.
"Every
professional racer has gone through the ringer the past
several months. Each has their own story of how they’ve
dealt with a seemingly endless string of lockdowns,
quarantines, race stoppages and uncertainty." (velonews.com) Photo: Rebecca
Reza
August 25, 2020
Tour de France bikes: A comprehensive tech
preview.
"The
bikes, components and accessories we're expecting and
hoping to see at the 2020 Tour de France."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)
August 25, 2020
Sam Oomen bolsters Jumbo Visma’s climbing
contingent with three-year contract.
"Sam
Oomen has signed a three-year contract with Jumbo Visma, a
move that signals the end of his time at Team Sunweb." (cyclingnews.com)
August 25, 2020
After positive test roller coaster, Houle
heading to Tour de France.
"Canadian
Hugo Houle has been declared Covid free and has been
selected for Astana's team for the upcoming Tour de France
following one positive test for the virus after Tour de
Pologne was overturned by two later."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)
August 25, 2020
‘This will be my fifth WorldTour race - it’s
crazy how things unfold’: Connor Swift reacts to riding his
first Tour de France.
"Just
over a year ago Swift was racing for Madison Genesis in
the UK, now he’s supporting a yellow jersey contender." (cyclingweekly.com) (Justin
Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)
August 25, 2020
Hammerhead Karoo 2: Hands-On Details &
First Rides.
"Long
teased, and long awaited…it’s finally here - the Hammer
Karoo 2. And by ‘here’, I mean here in this post - and you
can order it. It won’t actually ship till October." (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray
Maker)
August 25, 2020
Top 6 Contenders at the 2020 Tour de France…
Will Bernal Repeat?
"In a
shortened season, the 2020 Tour de France promises to be
highly competitive and unpredictable. Here we look at
potential overall winners after an uncertain build up." (roadbikeaction.com) (Credit
not Provided)
August 25, 2020
Legend Bernard Hinault examines the greats of
the past and the present [paywall].
"An
intimate Q&A with the Badger - the five-time Tour
winner and three-time Giro champion who also won Paris
Roubaix, Liège Bastogne Liège, Giro di Lombardia, and
worlds."
(velonews.com) (James Startt) (Getty Images)
August 25, 2020
Houle cleared, raising more questions about
COVID protocols.
"That
turn-around comes on the heels of another rider, Inge van
der Heijden (777 Team), who also tested positive, and was
forced to sit out the Dutch national championships only to
be quickly cleared."
(velonews.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)
August 24, 2020
After a massive weekend, who are the new
national road champs of Europe?
"Across
Europe, many countries held their national championships,
determining who’ll get a fancy jersey to wear for the next
year of racing - whatever that might look like." (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Cor
Vos)
August 24, 2020
Home sweet home for Remco Evenepoel.
"Remco
Evenepoel returned home today after more than a week in
the hospital as a result of his horrific crash in the Il
Lombardia on August 15."
(velonews.com) (David Ramos/Getty Images)
August 24, 2020
Tim Wellens ruled out of Tour de France after
training crash.
"It is
hard to describe how disappointed I am. This is one of the
worst crashes I’ve ever experienced on the bike,” Wellens
said on Monday."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
August 24, 2020
Kron steps up to WorldTour level with Lotto
Soudal.
"Lotto
Soudal announced that Denmark's Andreas Kron - who
currently rides for Danish ProTeam Riwal Securitas - will
join the Belgian WorldTour squad on a two-year contract in
2021."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
August 24, 2020
12 questions with Greg van Avermaet.
"The
Classics specialist saw his season's focus crumble away in
front of him as well as the speculation that CCC Team are
on the hunt for a new sponsor."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images)
August 24, 2020
VeloFix: Your local Bike Shop, on wheels.
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