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Giro d'Italia: Filippo Ganna wins stage 14 time trial in Valdobbiadene.

Byoverlay"Brandon McNulty (UAE Team Emirates) was by far the best performer of the GC contenders, finishing in third at 43 seconds behind Dennis and rocketing himself into the top 5 overall." By Sadhbh O'Shea (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image)

October 17, 2020





Five talking points from stage 14 of the Giro.

Stephenoverlay"Sure, João Almeida is only 22. Sure, this is his first-ever Grand Tour. And sure, he has been a little off the pace in all of the previous mountain top finishes. But the sheer size of his lead on GC means his prospects of hanging on to the jersey all the way to Milan can’t be dismissed." Stephen Puddicombe (cyclingweekly.com) (Luca Bettini/AFP via Getty Images)

October 17, 2020





Kelderman: Giro d’Italia is going better than I expected.

Byoverlay"It’s hard to beat Almeida in a time trial, and you see also he’s super good right now. But when I look to myself, I did a good TT. Compared to Nibali and the other favorites, I am better so that’s also a good point." By Barry Ryan (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

October 17, 2020





Almeida: Maybe my rivals are starting to think I can keep Giro d'Italia lead until the end.

Byoverlay"Portuguese rider carries 40-second buffer into longest time trial of his career." By Barry Ryan (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

October 17, 2020





Vincenzo Nibali 'would think twice' before stopping Giro d'Italia due to corona concerns.

Byoverlay"To be honest, I was never told about the idea to stop the race," Nibali said. "For sure, there are lots of questions. I think it all depends on what the [Italian] government will say." By Barry Ryan (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image)

October 17, 2020





‘Ineos effect’ turned Filippo Ganna into man to beat at Giro d’Italia’s ‘prosecco’ time trial.

Jimoverlay"Long time trial Saturday could see young Italian scoop third stage win of the race and confirm him as fastest man against the clock in the WorldTour." Jim Cotton (velonews.com) (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)

October 17, 2020






2020 Giro d'Italia Live stream.

(cyclingfans.com)"overlay

"2020 Giro d'Italia Live October 3-25, Italy.

Stage 14 starts Saturday October 17th at 13:00 CET (4:00 AM PDT).

Earliest live video: 13:00 CET (4:00 AM PDT).

Approximate finish: 16:25 CET (7:25 AM  PDT)." (cyclingfans.com)

October 17, 2020



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October 16, 2020





Giro d'Italia: Ulissi makes it two on stage 13.

Byoverlay"João Almeida mixes it up in the sprint, keeps maglia rosa before key time trial." By Jackie Tyson (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image)

October 16, 2020





Five talking points from stage 13 of the Giro d’Italia 2020.

Alexoverlay"The 2020 Giro d’Italia continued with its erratic pattern of stage winners, as day 13 turned into a sudden opportunity for the general classification contenders." Alex Ballinger (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo: Yuzuru Sunada)

October 16, 2020





Lappartient: Cycling still has situation under control.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The efforts that cycling has been taking have been paying off but we must not let go' says UCI president." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image)

October 16, 2020





New US Partnership + $500 Gadget Giveaway: Backcountry & Competitive Cyclist!

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October 16, 2020





Tyler Williams, Lauren Stephens, Krista Doebel-Hickok to represent USA in first-ever UCI eSports world championships.

(velonews.com)overlay"The event is scheduled to take place December 8-9 in the Watopia world in Zwift. The event is scheduled to take place December 8-9 in the Watopia world in Zwift." (velonews.com) (Zwift)

October 16, 2020





Gore C7 Shakedry Stretch jacket review.

Guyoverlay"Has adding stretch panels and a decent pocket to Gore’s ultralight Shakedry waterproof jacket made it the ultimate all-weather shell or compromised its purity?" Guy Kesteven (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Guy Kesteven)

October 16, 2020





Best rear bike lights: Increase your visibility on the road.

Byoverlay"There are a plethora of rear bike lights available which can be used 24/7 to improve visibility in conditions such as fog, low light and rain." By Aaron Borrill (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bontrager)

October 16, 2020





Best women’s bike helmets.

Byoverlay"The best women's bike helmets provide lightweight but tough protection, with adequate airflow to keep you cool and comfortable." By Mildred Locke (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Liv)

October 16, 2020








Giro d'Italia: Narvaez prevails in pursuit on stage 12.

Byoverlay"Ineos rider stays clear of Padun after Bahrain McLaren rider punctures on rainy stage to Cesenatico." By Daniel Benson (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

October 15, 2020





Five talking points from stage 12 of the Giro d’Italia 2020.

Alexoverlay"The British WorldTour squad was one of the driving forces bringing young South American riders to Europe, with Jhonatan Narváez among those poised to make a splash at the highest level." Alex Ballinger (cyclingweekly.com) (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)

October 15, 2020



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Swytch Electric Bike Conversion Kit.

(swytchbike.com)"overlay"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."  Advertisement (swytchbike.com)







‘It’s a shame to be out of the game’: Michael Matthews just happy to be healthy after false positive at Giro d’Italia.

Jonnyoverlay"The Australian was forced to withdraw from the Italian Grand Tour following a positive coronavirus test but has subsequently returned two negative tests." Jonny Long (cyclingweekly.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)

October 17, 2020





Van Aert: Alaphilippe and Van der Poel biggest challengers for Tour of Flanders.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Despite labeling his French and Dutch rivals as his primary concerns, Van Aert is aware that he must not count out any of the contenders." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

October 17, 2020





Marianne Vos pulls out of Tour of Flanders.

Byoverlay"Vos had been expected to start Sunday’s race, but CCC Liv said that the 2013 champion was “not fit enough to start.” The team said her absence from the start line was not related to covid but did not elaborate further on her condition." By Sadhbh O'Shea (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

October 17, 2020





From first ever bike race to the Tour of Flanders in just 3 “crazy” years.

(stickybottle.com)overlay"Imogen Cotter will tomorrow line up in the biggest race of her career to date when she goes elbow to elbow with the top names in the sport at the Tour of Flanders." (stickybottle.com) (Photo:Robin Du Laing)

October 17, 2020





Tour of Flanders: Cavendish, Colbrelli and Teuns line up for Bahrain McLaren.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Mark Cavendish will continue his season - and his career - when he lines up alongside teammates Sonny Colbrelli and Dylan Teuns, who'll both lead Bahrain McLaren at the Tour of Flanders this weekend." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image)

October 17, 2020





2020 Tour of Flanders Live Feed.

(cycling.today)"overlay

"Tour of Flanders 2020 (Antwerpen - Oudenaarde 243.3km) Live Sunday, October 18th.

Men's race starts at 9:45am CET (3:45am U.S. Eastern).
Finish at around 3:45pm CET (9:45am U.S. Eastern).
Men's race live video from 9:00am CET (3:00am U.S. Eastern).

Women's race starts at 1:35pm CET (7:35am U.S. Eastern).
Women's race finish at around 5:35pm CET (11:35am U.S. Eastern).
Women's race live video from 3:45pm CET (9:45am U.S. Eastern)."
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October 17, 2020





Sean Kelly on training at this time of year: Taking a break, no hills, running.

(stickybottle.com)overlay"Irish cycling legend Sean Kelly has offered up some golden pieces of advice to sportive riders aiming to tackle big events next year." (stickybottle.com) (Credit not Provided)

October 17, 2020



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October 16, 2020





Ashleigh Moolman Pasio says racing in Covid era worth the risk.

Betsyoverlay"Amidst cries from the men’s peloton that the conditions at the Giro d’Italia are increasingly unsafe CCC Liv rider Ashleigh Moolman Pasio says that learning to live with the virus is the only way forward." Betsy Welch (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Provided)

October 16, 2020





10 riders to watch at the women's Tour of Flanders.

Byoverlay"The Tour of Flanders may be missing the normal spring time-slot and tightly packed crowds to heighten the chaotic atmosphere on the cobbles and climbs." By Simone Giuliani (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

October 16, 2020





Wout van Aert says he’s focused on winning, ‘not racing against Mathieu van der Poel.’

(cyclingweekly.com)overlay"Jumbo Visma star Van Aert was outspoken about his main rival Van der Poel after Ghent Wevelgem last weekend, saying Van der Poel was more focused on causing Van Aert to lose than winning himself." (cyclingweekly.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)

October 16, 2020





Greg Van Avermaet will miss the superstar clash at Tour of Flanders.

(velonews.com)overlay"The 2016 Olympic road race champion suffered multiple fractures - three ribs and a vertebrae - in a crash at Liège Bastogne Liège. CCC Team’s Matteo Trentin will lead team colors." (velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)

October 16, 2020





Guide to the 2020 men’s Tour of Flanders.

byoverlay"The Koppenberg will feature “followed by the cobblestones of the Mariaborrestraat, Steenbeekdries and Taaienberg.” The race’s two final climbs will be the Oude Kwaremont and Paterberg as they have been for several years now." by Matt de Neef (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Gruber Images)

October 16, 2020





British-made flat pedals, lust-worthy carbon enduro wheels, flash waterproof riding kit and a pair of eye-catching goggles.

Byoverlay"It’s been a busy couple of weeks at BikeRadar's virtual towers thanks to a host of drool-worthy - and in some cases rather expensive - kit being released from a host of big brands." By Alex Evans (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Provided)

October 16, 2020





Gifts for cyclists: Gift ideas to cater to all budgets.

Byoverlay

"Treat your favorite two-wheeled wonder to something nice, with our pick of the best gifts for cyclists."
By Mildred Locke (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Courtesy)

October 16, 2020





October 15, 2020





Liane Lippert is one of the sport’s most exciting young stars.

byoverlay"I am from the south of Germany,” she starts in impeccable English. “My family is not so sport-minded so they always wonder where I got it from." by José Been (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)

October 15, 2020





10 riders to watch at the men's Tour of Flanders.

Byoverlay"Sunday's Tour of Flanders will be this season's last major one-day race, but is also looking increasingly like one of the last 2020 races per se." By Patrick Fletcher (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

October 15, 2020




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Husband of missing Colorado mom Suzanne Morphew blasts her brother for saying he's involved in her disappearance.

Byoverlay"The husband of missing Colorado mom Suzanne Morphew says he believes his wife had been abducted and is still alive, but is no longer in the local area and accuses her brother  Andy of being a bad brother to Suzanne.

Suzanne's brother, Andy Moorman, recently arrived in Maysville to conduct his own searches for his sister." By Andrew Court (dailymail.co.uk)




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Keegan Swenson wins Belgian Waffle Ride without a front brake. Rose Grant takes women’s race.

Benoverlay"He rode in the elite front group for 120 miles of often technical gravel and won the two-up sprint with Pete Stetina to win the day. Alexey Vermeulen was third." Ben Delaney (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Provided)

October 17, 2020





Lizzy Banks: Paule Ka threw us a lifeline and it’s been ripped away.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"(I feel) hugely let down by Paule Ka, by their management, their owner Matthias [Thoma],” Banks said in an interview published on Eurosport UK." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

October 17, 2020





Vuelta a Espana 2020: A very different race - Preview.

Byoverlay"A very different 2020 Vuelta a España kicks off next Tuesday with a shortened 18-day format, and - perhaps the only really familiar element - a route that will likely see an out-and-out climber atop of the final podium." By Alasdair Fotheringham (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)

October 17, 2020





Bahrain McLaren hand Grand Tour debuts to young Brits as Wout Poels gets team leadership at Vuelta a España.

Jonnyoverlay"Bahrain McLaren will hand two young British riders Grand Tour debuts as well as Wout Poels the team leadership role at the upcoming Vuelta a España." Jonny Long (cyclingweekly.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)

October 17, 2020





Zakarin moves to Gazprom RusVelo - Transfer News.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Several transfers were announced on Friday, including that of the Russian GC rider Ilnur Zakarin, who leaves CCC Team after one season as the Polish squad shuts down at the end of 2020." (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)

October 17, 2020





Adam Hansen is riding his 29th and final grand tour at the Giro d’Italia: ‘I’m kind of done with it now.’

Jimoverlay"Australian veteran Adam Hansen is currently midway through his 29th and final grand tour. Next year Hansen will race Ironman triathlon full-time." Jim Cotton (velonews.com) (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)

October 17, 2020





Warning signs the group you plan to train with this winter isn’t good for you.

Byoverlay"If you’re not learning anything on your rides, if your rides are ragtag and everyone for himself, if you are not making friends or learning how to take care of your fellow cyclists, you’re wasting your time." By Maynard Hershon (stickybottle.com) (Image Credit not Provided)

October 17, 2020





Live: Ethias Cross Beringen - Saturday 17th October 2020.

(cyclocross.social)"overlay"The 3rd round of the Ethias Cross returns to B-Mine MTB Course in Beringen for the 2nd year running.

Elite Women - 15:15 UK, 16:15 Europe.

Elite Men - 16:30 UK, 17:30 Europe." (cyclocross.social)

October 17, 2020





Watch the Belgian Waffle Ride cedar city this Saturday morning!

(roadbikeaction.com)"overlay"The Belgian Waffle Ride Cedar City’s inaugural edition will be live streamed Saturday morning on Facebook and Instagram. This year BWR planned on expanding to two new locations outside of its San Diego home." (roadbikeaction.com)

October 17, 2020



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October 16, 2020





Rider association makes safety proposals and delivers scathing assessment of UCI race judges’ competence.

byoverlay"Focusing on a number of areas, the group’s safety plan offered a withering assessment of race judges which it says are often, “not competent enough to be responsible for a World Tour race." by Alex Bowden (road.cc) (Eurosport)

October 16, 2020





Équipe Paule Ka shuts down mid-season after sponsors default on payments.

byoverlay"Equipe Paule Ka - currently 4th on the UCI ranking - ceases its operation. The women’s team has withdrawn from Sunday’s Tour of Flanders and other remaining races." by José Been (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)

October 16, 2020





TV ads urging fans not to attend Vuelta a España.

Andrewoverlay"Not only is the Spanish grand tour organizing the season’s final race with what it describes as “extreme” health measures, it’s literally begging fans to not come to the race." Andrew Hood (velonews.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)

October 16, 2020





New testing shows latex tubes are still fastest.

byoverlay"UK outfit Aerocoach has just released its latest round of rolling resistance testing, and while some of the most recent options did pretty well, high-end latex still comes out on top." by James Huang (cyclingtips.com)Photography by Aerocoach

October 16, 2020





Keep your drivetrain running sweet this winter with tips from Shimano & Rotor.

Jessie-Mayoverlay"It can be really easy to let your drivetrain fall into a state of disrepair over the winter months. Don’t despair. It is possible to keep your drivetrain well-maintained with a little due care and attention."Jessie-May Morgan (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Provided)

October 16, 2020





Fizik releases new top-end road cycling shoes - Vento Infinito Carbon 2 and Infinito Knit Carbon 2 getting a lighter outsole.

byoverlay"Fizik has given its top-end shoes some design tweaks with a new R2 carbon sole that Fizik claims are both stiffer and lighter than the previous version. The shoes also get Boa's new Li2 dials." by Liam Cahill (road.cc) (Image Credit not Provided)

October 16, 2020





Gear Break: Castelli Perfetto, Route Werks, Strava, SCOTT, MET, Rapha & Mavic.

(pezcyclingnews.com)overlay

"More new gear in the cycling market place: Castelli Perfetto ROS Convertible Jacket, Route Werks Launches ‘The Handlebar Bag’ on Kickstarter, plus much more..."
(pezcyclingnews.com) (Credit not Provided)

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VeloFix: Your local Bike Shop, on wheels.

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