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November 4,
2020
Vuelta a España: Tim Wellens wins stage 14.
"Tim
Wellens (Lotto Soudal) claimed his second win of this
year’s Vuelta a Espana after taking victory on stage 14 of
the race from Lugo to Ourense."
By Daniel Benson (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty
Images)
November 4, 2020
Five talking points from stage 14 of the
Vuelta a España 2020.
"Inside
the final 20km the breakaway snapped the string once again
to set-up a fascinating six-rider battle for the glory." (cyclingweekly.com) (David
Ramos/Getty Images)
November 4, 2020
Jumbo Visma confident Primož Roglič can go the
distance through third week of Vuelta a España.
"Victory
at Liège Bastogne Liège gave Roglič a timely confidence
boost after Tour de France disappointment, says team." (velonews.com) (David
Ramos/Getty Images)
November 4, 2020
Vuelta times for final climb of TT - Dan
Martin by far the fastest.
"The
33.7km TT yesterday finished with a cat 3 climb, some
1.8km long at an average gradient of just over 14 per
cent. And now the split times for the climb show Martin
was by far the fastest up it."
(stickybottle.com) (Credit not Provided)
November 4, 2020
A 'disaster' of a time trial for Mas at Vuelta
a España.
"Hopes
were high for the Spaniard, who is a strong time trialist
on his day and finished ninth in the recent Tour de France
time trial, which, like the Vuelta stage, paired 30km of
flat with a steep final climb."
By Patrick Fletcher (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty
Images)
November 4, 2020
The gravel-specific Fizik Terra Argo
short-nose saddle has an adorable built-in drain.
"Fizik
says the Terra Argo saddles are “shorter, wider, and more
supportive”, and both models measure 270mm nose-to-tail." By Matthew Loveridge
(bikeradar.com) Photo Matthew Loveridge / Immediate Media
November 4, 2020
Get your handlebar and front wheel perfectly
aligned w/DNR Design’s new tool.
"DNR
Designs are making handlebar alignment easy with their new
Keep It True tool. In all honesty, the KIT looks to be
fairly over engineered, but it will do the job
nevertheless."
Jessie-May Morgan (bikerumor.com)
November 4, 2020
Vuelta a España 2020 Live Dashboard.
"2020 Vuelta a Espana Live October 20th to November 8th, Spain.
Stage 14 starts Wednesday, November 4th at 12:00 CEST
(4:00 AM PST).
Earliest
live video: 14:30 CEST (5:30 AM PST).
Approximate
finish: 17:14 CEST (8:14 AM PST)."
(steephill.tv)
November 4, 2020
 November
3,, 2020
Vuelta a España: Primoz Roglic wins stage 13
time trial.
"The
red jersey of the Vuelta a España traded hands once more
after the stage 13 time trial in Galicia, with Primož
Roglič (Jumbo Visma) enjoying a third spell in the race
lead." By
Daniel Ostanek (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty
Images)
November 3,
2020
Five talking points from stage 13 of the
Vuelta a España 2020.
"To
nobody’s surprise, Primož Roglič (Jumbo Visma) stormed
to victory in the stage 13 time trial at the Vuelta a
España 2020, returning to the top of the general
classification in the process with just five days left
to race."
Stephen Puddicombe (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by MIGUEL
RIOPA/AFP via Getty Images)
November 3,
2020
Hugh Carthy raises his GC stakes in Vuelta a
España after storming time trial.
"He
both consolidated his third place overall and boosted his
chances for overall victory on by taking fourth place just
25 seconds short of stage 13 winner Primož Roglič (Jumbo
Visma)." By
Alasdair Fotheringham (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit:
Getty Images)
November 3, 2020
Vuelta a España still corona free: Fourth
round of mass tests all negative.
"In a
joint press release issued by the UCI and race organizers
Unipublic on Tuesday morning, it was revealed that 681
tests were carried out." By
Alasdair Fotheringham (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images
Sport)
November 3, 2020
Mas cautious about chances of Vuelta a España
podium.
"The
2018 runner-up argues that he will only have a clear idea
of what he can achieve after Tuesday's time trial - not
before." By
Alasdair Fotheringham (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit:
Bettini Image)
November 3, 2020
November
2,, 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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UCI pretending to take rider safety seriously
by handing out a massively dumb suspension.
"A
nine-month suspension for Dylan Groenewegen would
represent a major penalty for a dangerous sprint, without
much precedent in the way similar incidents have been
treated in the past. Theo Bos received a one-month
suspension for pushing Daryl Impey into the barriers at
the 2009 Tour of Turkey."
by Dane Cash (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Kristof Ramon)
November 4, 2020
Van der Poel targets Tour de France-Olympic
mountain bike double.
"Mathieu
van der Poel is cautiously laying out his lofty objectives
for 2021 and, as they stand, its an impressive calendar to
even attempt."
Terry McKall (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Bartek
Wolinski/Red Bull Content Pool
November 4, 2020
Mitchelton Scott's push for Madrid Challenge
to be van Vleuten's farewell.
"Mitchelton
Scott has named their team for the three-day Madrid
Challenge by La Vuelta, focused around departing star
Annemiek van Vleuten and Australian Sarah Roy." (sbs.com.au) (Credit not
Provided)
November 4,
2020
Irish cyclist, designer is big hit at Vuelta
with customized shoes.
"Irish
cyclist and designer Shea Gribbon had a great day at La
Vuelta yesterday, even though he’s not riding the race!" (stickybottle.com) (Credit
not Provided)
November 4,
2020
Custom chainring and shoes for Tanfield at
Vuelta a España.
"Harry
Tanfield (AG2R La Mondiale) rode the stage 13 time trial
at the Vuelta a España on Tuesday with a custom
chainring bearing an image of his face and custom
shoes." By
Patrick Fletcher (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Fred
Machabert / AG2R La Mondiale)
November 4,
2020
Merida Silex+ 8000-E review: A truly rowdy
gravel bike.
"As
gravel riding matures, bikes are beginning to split
off into different subcategories. On one end there are
fast race bikes that are almost, or sometimes are,
road bikes with conservatively fat tires." By Graham Cottingham
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Graham Cottingham)
November 4,
2020
Rapha Black Friday: Our predictions, 40% off
EF Pro Cycling kit, half-price winter kit and more
available already.
"With
Black Friday around the corner, we're taking a look at
Rapha to collate some of today's best deals and predict
how Rapha will attack Black Friday in 2020." (cyclingnews.com) (Image
credit: Rapha)
November 4,
2020
Winter cycling training tips: 10 helpful
steps.
"Winter
training is a test of any cyclist's resolve, commitment
and motivation, but with these 10 tips, you should be
well on the way to reaching your 2020 season goals." By Colin Levitch, Josh
Croxton (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Wahoo)
November 4,
2020
Haynes The Bike Book: Complete Bicycle
Maintenance review.
"If
you’re new to bicycle maintenance, there’s a huge amount
in the book’s 196 pages to devour. All the principles
needed to keep your machine rolling are addressed." Joseph Delves
(cyclist.co.uk)
November 4,
2020
Garmin Edge 830: What I love; What bugs me.
[Paywall]
"The Edge 830 touchscreen is a double-edged sword on
this feature-packed computer."
Ben Delaney (velonews.com)
November 4,
2020
Fabio Jakobsen hopes to be back to training
within weeks.
"Jakobsen
suffered facial injuries and a severe concussion in the
fall and was placed in an induced coma, later undergoing
multiple operations."
Alex Ballinger (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo: Yuzuru Sunada)
November 3, 2020
Best lightweight wheels: Shallow wheels for
climbing and accelerating fast.
"The
best lightweight wheels for cycling typically feature
shallow-section rims built to save weight and climb fast." By Aaron Borrill
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Scope)
November 3, 2020
Pogacar won't be taken for granted by his Tour
de France rivals, says Peiper.
"For
sure, his rivals know who he is now, and it’s going to be
harder because they won’t take him for granted,” Peiper
told Cyclingnews from his home in Belgium." By Daniel Benson
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: PhotoFizza/UAE Team
Emirates)
November 3, 2020
Scott Addict eRide Premium: Yep, honestly,
that’s an eBike.
"Its
styling closely mirrors that of its non-motorized sibling,
Scott’s out-and-out performance bike the standard Addict
RC. Side by side the eRide looks slightly chunkier." by Dave Everett
(cyclingtips.com)
November 3, 2020
Huub hits £1million in crowdfunding campaign.
"UK
multisport brand Huub launched its Crowdcube crowdfunding
campaign to raise a minimum of £250,000 in order to
accelerate growth into new territories, through category
expansion and extension."
Hannah Bussey (cyclingweekly.com) Credit: HUUB
November 3, 2020
Black Friday Deals: 50% off energy gels from
SiS and much more.
"It might feel like Black Friday is still a while away yet, but it's no longer a day-long or even a weekend-long event. For the past few years, a select few cycling retailers have launched their cycling deals right at the start of November." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Courtesy) November 3,
2020
PRO Bike Gear pump out premium home mechanic
and workshop tools for less.
"The componentry and tools arm of Shimano, PRO Bike Gear, have broadened their range of premium tools and pumps." By Jessie-May Morgan (bikerumor.com) November 3,
2020
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November 4,
2020
Newly formed Riders Union hopes for ‘a place
at the table.’
"Basic
principles of the union will be around better
sustainability in the sport, financial stability for
riders, increased (social) security and proactive
collaboration with other stakeholders." by
Dane Cash (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
November 4,
2020
Giovanni Visconti moves to Bardiani CSF
Faizanè, Circus Wanty Gobert picks up CCC Team riders.
"Veteran
Italian moves to UCI Pro Continental team; new WorldTour
team bolsters lineup with youth, and experience." (velonews.com) (James Startt)
November 4, 2020
Rory Sutherland rides final TT as WorldTour
career winds down.
"The
38-year-old Australian rode his final time trial Tuesday,
and will retire when he reaches Madrid on Sunday." (velonews.com) (Image credit:
Getty Images)
November 4, 2020
Will Barta's Vuelta time trial and his hopes
for the future.
"I
love the effort of a time trial. It’s a completely solo
affair in which I alone am responsible for what I do. I
have full control of every aspect of my race." by José Been
(cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
November 4, 2020
Visbeek: Circus Wanty Gobert's biggest
challenge will be the WorldTour demands.
"Circus
Wanty Gobert's new performance director Aike Visbeek told
Cyclingnews that the team's biggest challenge in 2021 will
be transitioning from the second division to the WorldTour
and competing in all three Grand Tours."
By Daniel Benson (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini
Image)
November 4, 2020
This humble custom TT bike has just been
ridden to a new sub-3-hour 100-mile record.
"Jonathan
Shubert's provisional finishing time was a mind-boggling
02:57:58. That’s an average speed of 33.7142mph
(54.2577kph.)"
By Simon Bromley (bikeradar.com) James Lucas | Jelignite
Photography
November 4, 2020
Offredo forced into retirement and struggling
to come to terms with it.
"The
French rider admitted he is "going through a depressive
phase" and is struggling to find meaning in his life now
he can no longer call himself a professional bike rider." By Patrick Fletcher
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
November 4, 2020
Trek Segafredo finalizes women’s 2021 roster,
includes Lizzie Deignan, Elisa Longo-Borghini, Tayler Wiles,
Ruth Winder.
"The
Trek Segafredo Women’s team has announced that Audrey
Cordon-Ragot, Ellen van Dijk, Letizia Paternoster, Tayler
Wiles, Trixi Worrack, and Lauretta Hanson have extended
their contracts through the coming year."
(velonews.com) Photo: Luc Claessen/Getty Images
November 4, 2020
How to install a bike wheel.
"Whether
it’s fixing a puncture or putting it into a car/carry case
removing and refitting your wheel safely is a vital
skill."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Mick Kirkmann)
November 4, 2020
November 3,
2020
Groenewegen facing nine-month ban for Jakobsen
crash at Tour de Pologne.
"According
to reports from Wielerflits, an "independent
arbitration committee" determined the ban, which will be
imposed retroactively from August and run through to May
6, 2021."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
November 3, 2020
Women’s WorldTour race Madrid Challenge
confirms first-ever three-stage event.
"Women’s
WorldTour season-closer the Ceratizit Madrid Challenge by
La Vuelta will race across three stages for the first time
this weekend."
Jim Cotton (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
November 3, 2020
Victor Campenaerts still searching for
contract.
"The
Belgian time trial specialist says he'd make ‘significant
sacrifices’ to continue to race as a professional." (velonews.com) (Tim de
Waele/Getty Images)
November 3, 2020
Skujins, Moschetti, Brambilla, Mosca extend
for two years with Trek Segafredo.
"Trek
Segafredo announced two-year contract extensions for
Toms Skujiņš, Matteo Moschetti, Gianluca Brambilla and
Jacopo Mosca, while veteran Koen de Kort has been handed
a year's contract."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image)
November 3,
2020
Custom cycling shoes that will make you swoon.
"It
all started as a birthday present for Caitlin’s boyfriend,
Jumbo Visma rider George Bennett. Caitlin had a background
in art and had started a business painting dog portraits.
That first pair of shoes for George took over 30 hours to
paint." Abby
Mickey (cyclingtips.com) Photos by Caitlin Fielder
November 3, 2020
Remortgage the house: Assos launches new
winter collection with $725 jacket.
"Coming
in at US$725, the johDah is in a price range all its own
when it comes to cycling apparel. Assos has defended this
pricing, stating that, “the notion of affordability is
relative." by
Ronan Mc Laughlin (cyclingtips.com) Photography by Assos
November 3, 2020
DMR's V11 is a much cheaper Vault.
"Although
most committed flat pedal riders have long viewed anything
but alloy construction with great derision, the latest
generation of composite pedals are proving their worth." By Lance Branquinho
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: DMR)
November 3, 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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