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October 19,
2020
Giro d’Italia 2020: Six things to look out for
during the third week.
"A
clear favorite has emerged to win the Giro d’Italia as we
enter the race’s endgame, and it is not a rider many were
talking about at the start of the race two weeks ago." Stephen Puddicombe
(cyclingweekly.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
October 19, 2020
No Giro d'Italia for old men: Nibali says
young riders are sharper.
"There
are clear signs that a major generational change is
underway in the Corsa Rosa just as was at the Tour de
France, the Classics and elsewhere."
By Stephen Farrand (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit:
Bettini Image)
October 19, 2020
CCC Team rides out last Giro d’Italia on wave
of unity.
"American
rider Joey Rosskopf secures future as CCC Team races its
final Giro d'Italia before Circus Wanty Gobert takes
over." Jim
Cotton (velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
October 19, 2020
Should you put tubeless sealant inside tubular
tires? Pro teams think so.
"One
of the key benefits to tubeless tires is the use of liquid
tire sealant that provides self-sealing properties.
However the use of such sealant isn’t limited to just
tubeless tires."
by Dave Rome (cyclingtips.com) Photography by Cor Vos,
Phil Golston, and Israel Start-Up Nation
October 19, 2020
Brooks goes wide with Cambium C67 saddle
evolved for modern e-bikes & commuters.
"The
new comfort saddle is said to be inspired by the popular
B67 design, but with the durability and low-maintenance
benefits of their weatherproof natural rubber Cambium
line-up, and almost half the weight of the original
touring saddle."
By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Provided)
October 19, 2020
2020 Giro d'Italia Live stream.
"2020 Giro d'Italia Live October 3-25, Italy. Monday
is a rest day.
Earliest live video: 12:25 CET (3:25 AM PDT). Approximate finish: 16:27 CET (7:27 AM PDT)." (cyclingfans.com) October 19, 2020
Smith Wildcat sunglasses review.
"While
the aesthetic might not be for you, the Smith Wildcats
provide outstanding optical quality, never fog and keep
your eyes safe from debris."
By Colin Levitch (cyclingnews.com) (Image: © Colin
Levitch)
October 19, 2020
Best turbo trainers: A roundup of the
best-rated smart trainers.
"A
guide to choosing the best turbo trainers and our pick of
the best wheel-on and direct-drive smart trainers
available today."
By Colin Levitch (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Wahoo)
October 19, 2020
 October 18,
2020
Giro d'Italia: Tao Geoghegan Hart wins stage
15 atop Piancavallo.
"Almeida
loses time but hangs onto overall lead. Kelderman is now a
very dangerous second. Hindley is third at 2:56 and
Geoghegan Hart is fourth overall at 2:57."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
October 18, 2020
Wilco Kelderman claws back valuable time as
Sunweb shows team strength.
"Team
Sunweb seized the initiative on Sunday to swing the Giro
d'Italia in its favor. The squad's GC rider Wilco
Kelderman is now just 15 seconds from the pink jersey." Jim Cotton (velonews.com)
(Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
October 18, 2020
Confidence growing for Brandon McNulty after
Giro d’Italia GC surge.
"The
22-year-old starts Sunday’s decisive climbing stage in an
ideal position. On Saturday, he was third on the stage -
fastest among the GC contenders - and dashed seven GC
spots higher to move into fourth."Andrew
Hood (velonews.com) (Photo by Fabio Ferrari - Pool/Getty
Images)
October 18, 2020
Madison Stealth glasses.
"Madison's
Stealth glasses are brilliant riding shades at an
exceptional price. The frameless design gives an almost
uninterrupted field of view, while the bronze mirror lens
is lovely to look through on overcast to bright days." by Liam Cahill (road.cc)
October 18, 2020
Topeak Tubibooster X tubeless inflator.
"Topeak's
Tubibooster X makes short work of inflating and seating
tubeless tires, with a tough, high-pressure aluminum body
that's charged using a separate track pump." Jon Woodhouse (road.cc)
October 18, 2020
Giro d'Italia: Filippo Ganna wins stage 14
time trial in Valdobbiadene.
"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.
"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.
"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.
"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.
"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.
"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
October 16,
2020
Giro d'Italia: Ulissi makes it two on stage
13.
"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
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
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October 19,
2020
Vuelta a España: Five ways the 2020 edition
will be unlike any other.
"By
late October in most seasons, riders are hitting the beach
and everyone is making plans for the upcoming campaign. In
2020, nothing is normal."
(velonews.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)
October 19, 2020
10 riders to watch at the 2020 Vuelta a
España.
"While
the Tour de France and the ongoing Giro d'Italia swapped
positions, the Vuelta is again the final Grand Tour of the
season and has attracted a typically eclectic field of
riders." By
Daniel Benson (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
October 19, 2020
Vuelta a España 2020: Six things to look out
for during the first week.
"Is
Chris Froome still capable of challenging at the highest
level? That’s the big question ahead of the Vuelta a
España, as he enters a Grand Tour for the first time since
the horrific crash at the Critérium du Dauphiné." Stephen Puddicombe
(cyclingweekly.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images
Sport)
October 19, 2020
Valverde: We have to race the Vuelta a España
like a series of Classics.
"It's
a very tough Vuelta, one you can lose from day one, and we
have to take it on the day by day," said the former
winner, who heads into his 14th Vuelta."
By Alasdair Fotheringham (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images
Sport)
October 19, 2020
Vuelta a España: Jumbo Visma hitting repeat
button, but hoping for different ending.
"Primož
Roglič and Tom Dumoulin lead at Vuelta a España, with Sepp
Kuss as wingman."
Andrew Hood (velonews.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)
October 19, 2020
Vuelta a España 2020 Live Dashboard.
"2020
Vuelta a Espana Live October 20th to November 8th, Spain.
Stage 1 starts Tuesday, October 20th at 13:11 CEST (4:11 AM PDT). Earliest live video: 14:50 CEST (5:50 AM PDT). Approximate finish: 17:30 CEST (8:30 AM PDT." (steephill.tv) October 19, 2020
5 conclusions from the women's Tour of
Flanders.
"Boels
Dolmans dominate, Trek Segafredo misfire, Van Vleuten's
last race with Mitchelton Scott and more."
By Kirsten Frattini (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
October 19, 2020
Motorbike rider involved in Alaphilippe crash:
I feel terrible.
"Former
police officer Eddy Lissens gives his side of story after
world champion crashes out of Tour of Flanders." (cyclingnews.com) (Image
credit: Bettini Image)
October 19, 2020
Race Tactics: Boels Dolmans Flawless in Latest
Ronde One-Two.
"Boels
Dolmans’ roster may feature world champions aplenty, but
women’s cycling will continue to be in a good place as
long as their dominant displays are still as tactically
astute as this one."
By Nick Bull (pelotonmagazine.com) (Image Credit not
Provided)
October 19, 2020
2021 Look 795 Blade RS aero road bike sheds
300g with all-new carbon production.
"The
795 Blade RS features integrated aerodynamics with almost
fully internal, but manageable routing through Looks’ own
ADH aero alloy stem and into the semi-recessed headset -
working with electronic or mechanical groupsets." Cory Benson (bikerumor.com)
(Image Credit not Provided)
October 19, 2020
October 18,
2020
Mathieu van der Poel wins Tour of Flanders.
"Dutchman
outsprints Wout van Aert as Alaphilippe crashes out of
winning breakaway."
By Peter Cossins (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty
Images)
October 18, 2020
Chantal van den Broek-Blaak wins women's Tour
of Flanders.
"Attacking
on the Oude Kwaremont 19 kilometers from the finish, van
den Broek-Blaak went solo and held off a chasing group to
the finish in no small part due to the work of her
teammates who disrupted the chase."
By Lukas Knöfler (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty
Images)
October 18, 2020
Julian Alaphilippe crashes out of Tour of
Flanders.
"Julian
Alaphilippe (Deceuninck Quick Step) crashed out of the
Tour of Flanders while on the attack with Wout van Aert
(Jumbo Visma) and Mathieu van der Poel (Alpecin Fenix) in
the final 40km."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
October 18, 2020
Wout van Aert on Tour of Flanders sprint
against Mathieu van der Poel: ‘He was stronger.’
"Wout
van Aert laments losing to his rival Mathieu van der Poel
at the Tour of Flanders; says Julian Alaphilippe's crash
is "a pity." Ben
Delaney (velonews.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)
October 18, 2020
2020 Tour of Flanders Live Feed.
"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)."
(cycling.today)
October 18, 2020
‘It’s a shame to be out of the game’: Michael
Matthews just happy to be healthy after false positive at
Giro d’Italia.
"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.
"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.
"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.
"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.
"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
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CADF closes investigation into contents of
Evenepoel's pocket.
"Remco
Evenepoel and his Deceuninck Quick Step team did not break
any doping rules at Il Lombardia, an investigation has
concluded." By
Patrick Fletcher (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty
Images)
October 19, 2020
Marianne Vos to spearhead Jumbo Visma women's
team in 2021.
"The
new squad, which stems from the 2020 Parkhotel Valkenburg
team, will be managed by Parkhotel Valkenburg's current
boss Esra Tromp. The squad will race as a Continental team
in 2021."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
October 19, 2020
Rafal Majka to UAE Team Emirates on two-year
deal.
"The
31-year old is at the end of his contract with Bora
Hansgrohe, and has signed on with UAE Team Emirates for
two seasons."
(velonews.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)
October 19, 2020
Chris Froome not getting emotional in last
hurrah with Ineos Grenadiers at Vuelta a España.
"Chris
Froome vows to be a helper for team leader Richard Carapaz
at Vuelta a España in final race with Ineos Grenadiers." Andrew Hood (velonews.com)
(Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)
October 19, 2020
Deceuninck Quick Step indicate interest in
signing Mark Cavendish.
"It's
no secret that he would like to return to our squad -
free, or free in a manner of speaking," Lefevere wrote,
implying that perhaps Cavendish had offered his services
for free while potentially still benefiting from personal
sponsors."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
October 19, 2020
WorldTour team bikes update: Mitchelton Scott,
Jumbo Visma and Sunweb all swap machines.
"The three squads will all be exchanging their bike manufacturers." Alex Ballinger (cyclingweekly.com) (Pictures: Marc van Heck/Luc Claessen/Justin Setterfield/Getty Images) October 19, 2020
AG Driedaagse Brugge-De Panne Women 2020
Preview.
"The
women’s peloton has traditionally raced a 134km route that
begins in Bruges and finishes in De Panne. This year,
however, the organizers have increased the distance to
159km." By
Kirsten Frattini (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty
Images)
October 19, 2020
Best gravel bike saddles: Comfortable and
durable saddles for your off-road adventures.
"A
quality saddle is a quality saddle no matter the terrain
but you should consider the unique challenges of off-road
riding when choosing the best gravel bike saddle." By Josh Ross
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bontrager)
October 19, 2020
eBay Finds: 2010 Rabobank jersey signed by
Bauke Mollema.
"We've
found this Agu-made 2010 Rabobank team jersey signed by
Bauke Mollema on our latest trawl of eBay. The Dutchman
has since moved on to Trek Segafredo, while the Rabobank
team has switched both its name and its colors to the
yellow and black of Jumbo Visma."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: eBay / lowflow_ de)
October 19, 2020
October 18,
2020
‘My heart says yes but my mind says no’:
Patrick Lefevere considers re-signing Mark Cavendish for
Deceuninck Quick Step.
"Cavendish,
who rode for Lefevere for three seasons from 2013-2015
when the team was called Omega Pharma Quick Step, is out
of contract with Bahrain McLaren at the end of the year
but says he’s not ready to retire just yet." Jonny Long
(cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
October 18, 2020
Israel Start-Up Nation names Vuelta team with
big goals.
"Dan
Martin will be supported by a line-up compromised of Rory
Sutherland, Reto Hollenstein, Omer Goldstein, Mihkel Räim,
Matteo Badilatti, Alexis Renard and James Piccoli." (stickybottle.com) (Credit
not Provided)
October 18, 2020
Sunday Trading: Big discounts on winter kit
including Lezyne and Castelli.
"This week’s Sunday trading has a firm focus on winter kit, with great deals on the Castelli Gabba, a formidable winter jersey as well as Lezyne bike lights." Rupert Radley (cyclingweekly.com) (Image Credit not Provided) October 18, 2020
Zipp 303 Firecrest disc - Versatile value.
"After riding this 303 Firecrest disc wheelset on enough paved flats, rollers, and alpine climbs, and a full range of gravel surfaces to get a bead on its character, I can tell you it is blazing a new Firecrest path." by Steve (intheknowcycling.com) October 18, 2020
Merlin Malt G2X GRX 2021.
"The
Merlin Malt G2X GRX is the third edition of Merlin's
gravel bike, and gets some welcome tweaks to the geometry
and a much wider spread of sizes – all without losing the
neutral yet fun ride style of its predecessor." by Stu Kerton
October 18, 2020
Keegan Swenson wins Belgian Waffle Ride
without a front brake. Rose Grant takes women’s race.
"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.
"(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.
"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.
"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.
"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.’
"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.
"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
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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