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Daily News: October 21, 2021


  October 21, 2021





Laurens Sweeck earns first podium of season at Kermiscross Ardooie.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Laurens Sweeck wins with David van der Poel second, Mees Hendrikx third for elite men's C2 mid-week race."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport) October 21, 2021






Tadej Pogacar: I don't think I'm the best rider out there, I just try to do my best.

Byoverlay"Professional cycling, especially the Tour de France, can seem incredibly difficult, stressful and almost overpowering. Yet Tadej Pogačar makes winning the biggest races, especially the Tour de France, look so natural."
By Stephen Farrand (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport) October 21, 2021






Remco Evenepoel likely to focus on Vuelta a España in 2022.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Deceuninck Quick Step CEO Patrick Lefevere said in a report in Belgian newspaper, La Dernière Heure, that in the first part of the season shorter stage races would be the target."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport) October 21, 2021






Pro tips: How Emily Newsom and others plan to tackle Big Sugar Gravel.

Byoverlay"What the top women are saying about the strategy, gear, and fitness needed to win the 100-mile gravel race."
By Betsy Welch (velonews.com) Photo: Life Time Inc. October 21, 2021






Buff Scott MTB's Becking and Dias dominate Stage 4 of the Cape Epic.

Byoverlay"After a dominant and textbook marathon mountain biking display yesterday, disaster struck for Canyon Northwave MTB as Martin Stosek woke up ill with gastroenteritis ruling the team out of the race."
By Aaron Borrill (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Nick Muzik) October 21, 2021






Day 2 Track Worlds: Italy's Paternoster wins first-ever women's rainbow jersey in Elimination race.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Team Pursuit titles won by German women and Italian men, France's Grondin wins men's Scratch race, Dutch men go 1-2 in Keirin."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: SWPix) October 21, 2021







Great Britain make history on first day of Track Cycling World Championships.

Byoverlay"Three titles were awarded on the opening day, in the women’s scratch race and the men's and women's team sprints."
By Ryan Dabbs (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) October 21, 2021






DT Swiss rejoins the Pro Tour with Lotto Soudal.

Byoverlay"Our advanced development of wheels for specific use in road cycling has not been left unattended. No matter where riders chase a victory, we offer performance optimized wheels that are durable and reliable for the team."
By Luke Friend (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Ridley) October 21, 2021






Cannondale, EF Pro Cycling and USA Cycling collaborate on varsity program.

Byoverlay"Three big players in the cycling industry - Cannondale, EF Pro Cycling and USA Cycling - have collaborated to create a brand new three-year grant program."
By Mildred Locke (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Cannondale) October 21, 2021




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Evenepoel to make gravel racing debut at Belgian Waffle Ride in Kansas.

Byoverlay"Organizers of the Belgian Waffle Ride gravel race series have announced that Quick Step duo Remco Evenepoel and Mattia Cattaneo will be taking part in the Kansas event on October 31."
By Daniel Ostanek (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image) October 20, 2021






Moolman-Pasio: Tour de France Femmes opportunity to inspire girls to become great cyclists.

Byoverlay"A route that has 'really exceeded all my expectations' leaves SD Worx climber with plenty of motivation to plan and prepare."
By Issy Ronald (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) October 20, 2021






Canyon Northwave beat the heat at Stage 3 of the Cape Epic.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Brutally hot conditions in the Tulbagh valley saw Canyon Northwave MTB prevail at the Cape Epic’s third full racing stage, with its steep mountains, very little tree cover and rocky terrain."
(cyclingnews.com) By Lance Branquinho (Image credit: Nick Muzik) October 20, 2021






Zwift Details Plans for New Neokyo Map, New User Interface, and Clubs Public Launch.

Byoverlay"For the first time in Zwift’s history, they held what would be akin to a product launch event, detailing their upcoming product plans. Albeit, one that was given in private to the media rather than publicly."
By Ray Maker (Photo: Ray Maker) (Image credit: Zwift) October 20, 2021






Layering Up for Fall with MAAP Kit.

Byoverlay"It’s transition or shoulder season. That means you have to be prepared for both warm or cool temps over the course of a ride - in my neck of the woods, anything from the low 50s to low 70s F. And maybe some wind."
By Chuck Peña (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) October 20, 2021






Hiplok D1000 U-Lock review.

Byoverlay"There is no other lock on the market that competes with the features of the Hiplok D1000. It can resist a portable angle grinder attack, it's the same silhouette as other U-locks, and it's light enough to easily carry."
By Josh Ross (cyclingnews.com) (Image: Josh Ross) October 20, 2021




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Sarrou and Beers break away to take Stage 2 of the Cape Epic.

Byoverlay"A drama-filled day, categorized by crashes, saw NinetyOne songo Specialized win the stage and increase their lead in the GC."
By Aaron Borrill (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Nick Muzik October 19, 2021








Miguel Ángel López on Movistar exit: ‘The best thing to do was leave.’

Byoverlay"'Superman' López offers his version of events from his controversial exit from the Vuelta a España last month."
By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images) October 21, 2021







Preview: The Women’s WorldTour wraps up at Ronde van Drenthe.

Byoverlay"After what feels like an extra-long season the Women’s WorldTour will finally wrap up at Ronde van Drenthe this Saturday, October 23."
By Abby Mickey (cyclingtips.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) October 21, 2021






Walmart is now title sponsor of the 2022 cyclocross world championships.

Byoverlay"Walmart is now the title sponsor of the 2022 cyclocross world championships, which will be held in Fayetteville, Arkansas, just minutes away from Walmart’s headquarters in Bentonville."
By Ben Delaney (velonews.com) Photo: Scott Olson/Getty Images October 21, 2021






Movistar and FDJ withdraw from Ronde van Drenthe due to injuries.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Ronde van Drenthe takes place on Saturday. The Dutch race was cancelled completely in 2020. It was last held in 2019, when Marta Bastianelli won ahead of Chantal Blaak and Ellen van Dijk."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport) October 21, 2021






Who are the most popular riders on social media?

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Peter Sagan's win rate may have slowed down in recent years but it hasn't affected his online popularity, with the Slovakian still the 'most followed' professional cyclist on social media."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) October 21, 2021






Canyon launches affordable Grizl AL - the same gravel bike now in metal.

Byoverlay"Like the carbon version, the new Grizl AL features room for up to 700 x 50 mm rubber and comes stock with 700 x 45 mm treads."
By Dave Rome (cyclingtips.com) (Image credit: Canyon) October 21, 2021






Best Gore C5 Shakedry jacket deals.

Byoverlay"Decided the Gore C5 Shakedry is right for you, but want to check you're getting a good deal? Here are the lowest prices on the best rain protection around."
By Paul Norman (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Gore) October 21, 2021






Six key shoes in O'Neal's 2022 range.

Byoverlay"From clips to flats, casual to enduro, O'Neal has revamped its range of mountain bike shoes for 2022."
By Katherine Moore (bikeradar.com) Advertisement feature with O'Neal October 21, 2021







Ironman Acquires FulGaz Training App: Plans Ironman Training App.

Byoverlay"Ironman just announced the acquisition of FulGaz, the indoor training app for cycling. As part of the acquisition, Ironman will create a secondary app that caters specifically to Ironman athletes."
By Ray Maker (Photo: Ray Maker) (dcrainmaker.com) October 21, 2021







CicLAvia-South LA presented by Metro is Set for December 5th.

(socalcycling.com)"overlay"On Sunday, December 5, CicLAvia will open up 5.5-miles of streets in South LA connecting the neighborhoods of South Central, Exposition Park, Leimert Park and Crenshaw."
(socalcycling.com) October 21, 2021




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  October 20, 2021





Tim Kerrison to leave Ineos Grenadiers as management shake-up begins.

Byoverlay"Tim Kerrison, head coach at Ineos Grenadiers, will step down at the end of the year as the British WorldTour team embark on a round of managerial changes throughout the off-season."
By Daniel Benson (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bryn Lennon/Getty Images) October 20, 2021






Further Tour Notes.

Byoverlay"With the opening time trial of 14km, it means it’s a full stage rather than a prologue. The last prologue in the Tour de France was now a decade go in 2012, when Fabian Cancellara won in Liège."
By Inrng (inrng.com) (Image credit: ASO) October 20, 2021






Gianni Savio promises Androni Sidermec will be back in 2022 with new backers.

Byoverlay"An industrial drone company based in Spain will back the Italian team for the next four seasons."
By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images) October 20, 2021






Vollering, Labecki and Pieters confirmed for Into the Lion's Den criterium.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"California one-day event confirms 17 women's teams to vie for $50,000 prize purse October 30."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) October 20, 2021






Preview: Ronde van Drenthe.

(voxwomen.com)overlay"The finale of the 2021 WorldTour is upon us (October 23rd) as Ronde van Drenthe draws the top tier of racing to a close 7 months after Strade Bianche."
(voxwomen.com) (Image Credit not Found) October 20, 2021






Peloton X Specialized Turbo Creo: How To Conquer Cobbled Climbs.

Byoverlay"The highest point in Flanders, Belgium, rises only some 150 meters above sea level. So how does a place like this get a reputation for having the hardest climbs in the world? It’s quite simple: cobblestones."
By William Tracy (pelotonmagazine.com) Image: Chris Auld October 20, 2021






Everything you need to know about track world championships this week.

Byoverlay"Just months after racing for gold in Japan, some of the world's fastest track cyclists head to Roubaix for the 2021 track cycling world championships."
By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) Photo: Maja Hitij/Getty Images October 20, 2021






ZENsystem Slip wedge claims to “improve your cycling performance by 5%.”

"Italy’s Skopre has launched a Kickstarter campaign for an updated version of its ZENsystem Slip."
By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) October 20, 2021






Scott Morris responds to SafeSport suspension and USA CRITS departure.

(velonews.com)overlay"Former USA CRITS managing director says newspaper clipping from 15 years ago - 'something I was found not guilty of' - was the cause for his SafeSport suspension."
(velonews.com) Photo: Matt James​ October 19, 2021






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Traces of Tizanidine.

(inrng.com)overlay"Today’s novelty is tizanidine, a muscle-relaxing medicine. According to a scientific paper traces of it have been discovered in samples from three cyclists competing in “international three week cyclist race in France."
(inrng.com) (Image Credit not Found) October 21, 2021






Rider arrested for domestic abuse in Andorra.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Reports in the local press detail an assault on a woman that took place on Wednesday in the home they share in La Massana, one of seven parishes in Andorra."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) October 21, 2021






Rob Britton retires after 12-year pro road career.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"Rob Britton made it official Wednesday that the 2021 season was his last dance in a 12-year pro road cycling career. The former Canadian time trial national champion spent the last six seasons with Rally Cycling."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) October 21, 2021






What next for Africa’s Team Qhubeka NextHash?

Byoverlay"As a final deadline draws near, The Outer Line talked to embattled Team Qhubeka NextHash principal Doug Ryder about the team’s prospects and survival."
By Steve Maxwell (velonews.com) (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images) October 21, 2021






Best Garmin Edge 1030 Plus deals.

Byoverlay"The Garmin Edge 1030 Plus is the Rolls Royce of the brand's range, and like a Rolls, it has a presence."
By Paul Norman (cyclingnews.com)(Image credit: Garmin) October 21, 2021






Review: Farr Arm Rests provide light, customizable Carbon Aero Bolt-On position support.

Byoverlay"This complete setup is light & self-contained, and can be quickly swapped from one flat MTB bar or road/gravel dropbar with minimal fuss or need for readjustment. The trick of course is that it requires a 31.8mm diameter clamping area that is at least 80mm wide."
By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) October 21, 2021






Best Shimano 105 PD-R7000 pedals deals.

Byoverlay"Shimano's workhorse 105 pedals should give you years of trouble-free riding and don't add much weight over pricier options."
By Paul Norman (cyclingnews.com) Image credit: Shimano) October 21, 2021






Bike check: Maghalie Rochette's Specialized S-Works CRUX 2022.

Byoverlay"Maghalie Rochette had a good run of races last week at the three UCI World Cups in the United States. The first event in Waterloo, Wisc., was a mud fest, and Rochette finished 10th."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo credit: Maghalie Rochette October 21, 2021






Huawei Adds Dual-Frequency GPS to New Watch GT 3.

Byoverlay"Huawei announced their latest slate sport-focused watch today, the Huawei Watch GT 3, available in both 46mm and 42mm configurations."
By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker) October 21, 2021





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WADA confirms 'potential wrongdoing' by British Cycling and UKAD in Operation Echo.

Byoverlay"Summary covers allegations that athlete samples were privately screened using a non-WADA-accredited laboratory for a prohibited substance."
By Kirsten Frattini (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) October 20, 2021






Giacomo Nizzolo joins Israel Start-Up Nation for 2022.

Byoverlay"Italian sprinter the latest to leave struggling Qhubeka NextHash team following Campenaerts' departure."
By Daniel Ostanek (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image) October 20, 2021






Ždenek Štybar staying put with Deceuninck Quick Step.

(velonews.com)overlay"Czech superstar fought back from a string of health issues in 2020 and 2021 to return to form just in time to sign one-year deal."
(velonews.com) Photo: Tim de Waele/Getty Images October 20, 2021






Bombtrack Hook EXT review.

Byoverlay"With a large tire clearance and plenty of mounts, the Bombtrack Hook EXT is a hugely versatile machine. It manages to offer an impressively fun and nimble approach to the tracks and trails."
By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) October 20, 2021






These are all the teams applying for WorldTeam and Women’s WorldTeam status next year.

Byoverlay"There are 43 candidates who have submitted applications to the UCI this year to become WorldTeams, including nine women’s teams and 18 men’s team who wish to renew their licenses."
By Alex Ballinger (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) October 20, 2021






195g CADEX AR “one-piece” gravel handlebar is the traditional shape you’ve been waiting for.

Byoverlay"The newly minted ultra-lightweight handlebar manufacturer is entering the gravel realm, just in time for those luxury Gravel World Championship builds."
By Jordan Villella (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) October 20, 2021






Best Jerseys: Ride in comfort no matter the weather.

(cyclingnews.com)overlay"The best cycling jerseys for year-round riding, from long-sleeve winter jerseys to short-sleeve options to suit every weather condition."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Peter Haworth) October 20, 2021




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  October 19, 2021





Six riders moving down from the WorldTour in 2022.

Byoverlay"Some pretty big names will be taking the step down as more teams look to build to a WorldTour license in the coming years."
By Tim Bonville-Ginn (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) October 19, 2021






Five new teams angle for women’s top league, Qhubeka NextHash missing in men’s WorldTour licenses.

Byoverlay"Top women's league will grow to 14, while Peter Sagan will have to earn his ticket to the Tour de France in 2022."
By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images) October 19, 2021






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