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| November 18,
2020
Dowsett postpones Hour Record attempt after
corona positive.
"Really
disappointed to have to postpone the hour record attempt.
Shortly after we announced the attempt I had some symptoms
of Cov & a test result came back positive." By Dane Cash
(cyclingtips.com) (Image Credit not Provided)
November 18,
2020
Cyclocross Start Money - The Facts.
"Much
like the 6 Days and the criteriums, there has always been
a mystery in cyclocross about the payment to the riders to
put on a show. Like another subject, there has been an
‘omerta’ on that kind of thing."
By Alastair Hamilton (pezcyclingnews.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
November 18,
2020
10 riders with a point to prove in 2021.
"While
the interrupted 2020 season played havoc with many a
rider's year, other factors, such as injuries,
dissatisfaction and form, also played their part." By Daniel Benson
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
November 18,
2020
2021 Vuelta a San Juan confirmed for January.
"The
Vuelta a San Juan has been confirmed for January 24-31,
with at least three WorldTour and several major ProTeams
expected to travel to the Argentine for the eight days of
early-season racing."
By Stephen Farrand (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
November 18,
2020
British Cycling women’s team pursuit coach
quits.
"The
news comes just a week after British Cycling fired men’s
sprint coach Kevin Stewart because of his “inappropriate
relationships” with riders."
By Alex Ballinger (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by Bryn
Lennon/Getty Images)
November 18,
2020
Giant Rev Pro MIPS helmet review.
"Giant's
flagship road helmet, the Rev Pro MIPS, is one of the best
options currently on the market, and may very well change
perceptions of the brand's accessory range for good." By Colin Levitch
(cyclingnews.com) (Image: © Giant Rev Pro)
November 18,
2020
Ribble’s new step-through gravel bike has a
dose of the Frankensteins - but has us asking, ‘Why not?’
"This
new bike from Ribble might not be the traditional Cycling
Weekly reader's cup of tea - but we had a lot of fun on
it." By Michelle
Arthurs-Brennan (cyclingweekly.com) (Image Credit not
Provided)
November 18,
2020
Black Friday electric bikes: Save big with our
pick of the best eBike deals.
"Cheap electric bikes promise the world but often fail to deliver, so we've rounded up the best Black Friday electric bike deals." (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Courtesy) November 18,
2020
 November 17,
2020
London has highest helmet use in Europe,
Netherlands “almost zero.” Netherlands is the second safest
country after Denmark.
"Covering
Amsterdam, Berlin, Copenhagen, Ljubljana, London, Paris,
Vienna, Warsaw and Zagreb, the research sought to
understand the relationship between cycle use rates, safe
infrastructure and helmet use."
By Mark Sutton (cyclingindustry.news) (Image Credit not
Provided)
November 17,
2020
Tom Pidcock delays start of his cyclocross
season.
"Pidcock
(Trinity Racing) has a very big 2021 season coming up as
he steps up to WorldTour level and joins British
super-team, Ineos Grenadiers, but he has a pretty packed
cross season to come before he can focus on that." By Tim Bonville-Ginn
(cyclingweekly.com)(Photo by David Stockman/BELGA MAG/AFP
via Getty Images)
November 17,
2020
CeramicSpeed makes UFO Drip Chain Coating
slipperier.
"The
new formula may allow for 15 percent more speed while
lasting 50 percent longer, and at 40 percent the cost of
the original formula."
(velonews.com) Photo: CeramicSpeed
November 17,
2020
Zipp announces new integrated computer mount
and updated graphics.
"Zipp
announced a new integrated out-front computer mount for
Garmin and Wahoo head units. Designed specifically for
Zipp stems, the QuickView mount replaces the existing stem
faceplate with a new aluminum piece."
By Ronan Mc Laughlin (cyclingtips.com) Photography by Zipp
November 17,
2020
Mark Cavendish: From fat banker to sprinting
GOAT.
"Mark
Cavendish's career has run in parallel with the last 15
years of Cyclingnews' development. His and our
paths have crossed and intertwined on numerous occasions." By Stephen Farrand
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
November 17,
2020
Black Friday Garmin deals: 40% off computers,
half-price smartwatches and more.
"Save
money on cycling computers, sensors, smartwatches, power
meters and accessories with these Black Friday Garmin
deals."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Garmin)
November 17,
2020
Wolf Tooth 8-Bit Pack Pliers review: A rethink
of the classic multi-tool.
"The
new 8-Bit Pack Pliers almost look as if Wolf Tooth just
took its existing Pack Pliers and enlarged the dimensions
in CAD." By
James Huang (cyclingtips.com)Photography by James Huang
November 17,
2020
November 16,
2020
Chris Froome and Dan Martin could share Tour
de France leadership.
"Froome
headlines a flurry of new signings on the team ahead of
the new season with Michael Woods, Patrick Bevin, and Sep
Vanmarcke all set to join."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
November 16,
2020
The questions facing Ineos Grenadiers’ eight
grand tour contenders in 2021.
"The
Ineos Grenadiers have enough GC contenders to fill a whole
grand tour team, but each of them has a unique set of
personal challenges to face in 2021. Here are the
questions facing the Ineos eight."
By Jim Cotton (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
November 16,
2020
The 13 most dramatic moments in pro cycling of
2020.
"The
rollercoaster 2020 pro road season had more peaks and
valleys than a typical Grand Tour race, and more twists
and turns than an Agatha Christie novel."
By Patrick Fletcher (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
November 16,
2020
Alex Dowsett’s Strava offers insight into his
Hour Record training.
"While
other pros are enjoying their off-season and preparing for
2021, Dowsett is training hard late into the year, and his
Strava stats offer up some insight."
By Alex Ballinger (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by Bas
Czerwinski/Getty Images)
November 16,
2020
Swytch Electric Bike Conversion Kit.
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your bike into an eBike with the Universal Swytch Electric
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2020 Team Victory Rankings.
"With
the season finished it’s time to look back at the wins and
how the teams fared, and also take a deeper look at the
stats."
(inrng.com) (ASO)
November 18,
2020
Taj Mihelich Releases Book of Cartoons &
Doodles: 'Back Before They Invented Open Face Helmets.'
"BMX legend Taj Mihelich is releasing a book of doodles and cartoons. It's available for pre-order now, and they start shipping on November 25th." By Brian Park (pinkbike.com) November 18,
2020
Can heat acclimation really improve endurance
performance?
"Dr
Boynton explores the often overlooked caveats when it
comes to heat acclimating endurance athletes for the
purpose of improving performance, especially when
subsequent riding is going to happen in temperate
conditions." by
Jason Boynton (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Kristof Ramon)
November 18,
2020
Our complete guide to buying a second hand
bike.
"Buying
a bike second hand is the perfect way of getting into
cycling without exhausting your savings. There are lots of
options online and in second-hand bike shops but picking a
ride that is suitable for your needs and in good condition
can be quite tricky."
By Anna Marie Hughes (road.cc) picture-credit: Simon
MacMichael
November 18,
2020
ProBikeKit partners with Campagnolo for
limited edition Black Friday wheel deal.
"Limited
run of 500 black-edition Campagnolo Zonda wheels, GP5000
tires and wheel bags."
By Josh Croxton (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit:
Campagnolo / ProBikeKit)
November 18,
2020
Van Aert adds Tabor World Cup to cyclocross
schedule.
"The
Milan San Remo winner was already announced for four
rounds of the X2O Trophy, beginning in Kortrijk on
November 28 with additional races in Herentals in
December, Baal on January 1 and Hamme in January."(Image credit: Getty Images
Sport)
November 18,
2020
Is Shimano launching power meter pedals? 2020
patent for new sensor gives us hope.
"Shimano
has a patent for a pedal that includes shear force sensors
and bending force sensors, suggesting that a pedal-based
power meter from the Japanese component giant could be on
the way." By
Liam Cahill (road.cc) (Image Credit not Provided)
November 18,
2020
Meet the new brand offering affordable
performance cycling kit.
"Souke
Sports is a new brand in the UK market, but the company
has over 10 years of experience in making cycling wear.
After many years of successful business, it decided to
expand the brand internationally through online sales." (cyclingweekly.com) Souke
Sports
November 18,
2020
Hagens Berman Axeon will race in 2021 despite
budget shortfall.
"Axel
Merckx confirms the team will race next season even with
ongoing sponsor search."
(velonews.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport)
November 17,
2020
Marc Hirschi looking to conquer the classics
before expanding horizons further afield.
"The
young Swissman animated this year’s Tour de France with
his breakaway antics, won La Flèche Wallonne, and took
bronze at the world championships in a two-month spell
that marked him as the hottest new puncheur in the
peloton." By Jim
Cotton (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
November 17,
2020
Donnelly Cycling Releases Limited Edition
Bahati Foundation Poster by Michael Valenti.
"Donnelly Cycling has released a limited edition poster to support the Bahati Foundation. Limited to 250 prints, each having been signed by 10-time national champion Rahsaan Bahati." By Scott Kingsley (bikeworldnews.com) (donnellycycling.com) November 17,
2020
Giro Helios Spherical helmet first ride
review.
"Giro's
Helios helmet brings Spherical technology to a lower
priced helmet. But Giro doesn't skimp on the high-end
features." By
Dan Cavallari (velonews.com) Photo: Dan Cavallari
November 17,
2020
Wahoo RIVAL Multisport GPS Watch In-Depth
Review.
"It’s
here. Finally. After years of rumors, leaks, and even a
high crimes story I’ve got for another day, Wahoo’s first
watch has landed - the aptly named Wahoo RIVAL, a $379
entrant in a field full of competitive options." (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray
Maker)
November 17,
2020
Wahoo goes wearable: Introducing the new
Elemnt Rival multi-sport watch.
"Wahoo
has launched the Rival with a host of features
specifically for the multi-sport athlete such as swim
metrics, advanced run dynamics when paired with the TickrX
heart rate strap, and the new touch-less transition
feature." By
Ronan Mc Laughlin (cyclingtips.com) Photography by Wahoo
Fitness
November 17,
2020
Uninsured, unlicensed truck driver has
admitted killing Josephine Gilbert.
"Josephine,
a 25-year-old from Wirksworth in Derbyshire, was killed
while riding just outside of Derby in January this year,
when she was hit by a truck."
By Alex Ballinger (cyclingweekly.com) (Picture: Derbyshire
Police)
November 17,
2020
Lefevere: Tokyo might be Evenepoel's best
chance at Olympic gold.
"Patrick
Lefevere has said that the Tokyo Olympics in 2021 might be
Remco Evenepoel's best chance for gold, adding that he
hopes to target Tour de France victory with the
20-year-old in the next five years."
By Daniel Ostanek (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini
Image)
November 17,
2020
Pedro Delgado on Lance Armstrong: ‘No one
wants to speak well of him.’
"For
me, he was the best of his era. Armstrong had a very
strong head,” Delgado said. “That was his motor. In terms
of physical strength, maybe [Jan] Ullrich, who was his
main rival, was even stronger, but his intelligence and
his knowledge of how to prepare all year long were key for
Armstrong to win such an important race like the Tour de
France."
(velonews.com) (Credit not Provided)
November 16,
2020
Tadej Pogačar: My life is the same as before
after winning Tour de France.
"In an
interview Spanish newspaper Marca, he said: “My
life hasn’t changed much since I won the Tour. My life is
the same as before, there hasn’t been much change. Maybe a
few more interviews and media related issues, but nothing
too stressful."
By Alex Ballinger (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by MARCO
BERTORELLO/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)
November 16,
2020
CeramicSpeed's new UFO Drip lube is slicker,
longer-lasting and far cheaper.
"The
new UFO Drip appears to be the most practical and
attainable product to ever wear the CeramicSpeed name. And
the fact that it’s non-toxic and biodegradable makes it
all the more attractive."
By Dave Rome (cyclingtips.com)Photography by Dave Rome
November 16,
2020
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November 18,
2020
Chris Froome's name dragged into Freeman
tribunal.
"Former
doctor quizzed about Shane Sutton's comments on Froome
from Team Sky's zero tolerance investigations." (cyclingnews.com) (Image
credit: Bettini Image)
November 18,
2020
Assos helps save Doug Ryder's WorldTour team.
"At
this stage, a title sponsor is still unclear with reports
already in the media that the Qhubeka charity will become
the leading name of the squad while Assos help fund the €8
million operation."
By Daniel Benson (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
November 18,
2020
Zwift bans two riders from top races for
falsifying data.
"Lizi
Duncome and Shanni Berger will not be allowed to race in
Zwift Esports events until their six-month bans are up.
They can continue to use Zwift, as long as they’re not
racing in an official Esports event."
By Caley Fretz (cyclingtips.com) (Image credit: Zwift)
November 18,
2020
Trek Segafredo closes 2021 roster with
addition of former junior world champion.
"A
winner of the 2016 junior world road title in Doha, Egholm
has signed a one-year contract after two years with Hagens
Berman Axeon. The 22-year-old Dane will support Trek
Segafredo’s leaders, such as compatriot Mads Pedersen." (velonews.com) Photo: Tim De
Waele
November 18,
2020
Dillier joins Van der Poel at Alpecin Fenix.
"The
Swiss rider arrives at Alpecin Fenix after three seasons
at AG2R La Mondiale, where his stand-out performance was
his second place behind Peter Sagan at the 2018 Paris
Roubaix."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
November 18,
2020
2019 World Champion track sprinter Stephanie
Morton announces retirement.
"2019
world champion Stephanie Morton has announced her
immediate retirement from international cycling after a
ten-year international career which spanned both
able-bodied and para-cycling disciplines."
(sbs.com.au) (Credit not Provided)
November 18,
2020
Strava brings Bluetooth heart rate
connectivity back to its app.
"It
was almost 13 months ago that Strava removed the ability
to use external Bluetooth and ANT+ sensors within its
phone app. Today Strava has announced that Bluetooth
support for external heart rate measurement is back." By Dave Rome
(cyclingtips.com) Photography by Dave Rome
November 18,
2020
Bianchi Updates Specialissima - Discs,
Improved Aerodynamics for the All-Rounder.
"While
the Oltre XR series remains the brand’s dedicated aero
road frame, the Specialissima follows industry trends of
improving aerodynamics on all-rounder frames." By Scott Kingsley
(bikeworldnews.com) (Image Credit not Provided)
November 18,
2020
November 17,
2020
Report: Legendary coach Eddie Borysewicz dies
at 81.
"According
to reports in Polish media, legendary cycling coach Edward
Borysewicz, known in the U.S. by his nickname “Eddie B,”
has died at age 81 in Poland."
(velonews.com) Photo: John Pierce
November 17,
2020
US Senate passes Rodchenkov Anti-Doping Act to
criminalize doping schemes.
"The
law calls for fines of up to $1 million and prison
sentences of up to 10 years for those who participate in
schemes designed to influence international sports
competitions through doping."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
November 17,
2020
Report: Possible savior for NTT Pro Cycling as
Edvald Boasson Hagen eyes move.
"Belgian
daily Het Nieuwsblad reports that NTT team boss Douglas
Ryder is lining up new backers to keep the team afloat
going into 2021. The movement comes a week after a split
between Ryder and Bjarne Riis, who joined the team in
2020."
(velonews.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)
November 17,
2020
Chris Lawless leaves Ineos Grenadiers to join
Total Direct Énergie.
"The
25-year-old debuted with Team Sky in 2018, and won a stage
at Coppi e Bartali in 2018, and the overall title of the
Tour of Yorkshire in 2019. The move will mark his first
time with a French-speaking team."
(velonews.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)
November 17,
2020
For the first time ever, a Puerto Rican is
headed to the WorldTour.
"Abner
González made history last Wednesday by becoming the
first-ever Puerto Rican cyclist to sign a contract with a
professional WorldTour-level team. The 19-year-old will
join Movistar next season on a three-year deal." By Emmanuel Márquez
(cyclingtips.com) (Image Credit not Provided)
November 17,
2020
eBike prices could be reduced by a third to
get more people cycling.
"The
eBike industry is expected to continue growing in the
coming years, with bikes for electric bikes and scooters
more than tripling since 2019."
By Alex Ballinger (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by Andrew
Aitchison / Getty Images)
November 17,
2020
Julian Alaphilippe: If I could only pick one
more race to win, it would be the Tour de France.
"The
two races that always made me dream were the World
Championships and the Tour de France. Of course, I want to
win Monuments and Classics but if I could only pick one,
it would be the Tour."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image)
November 17,
2020
Running a doping program could soon be a
criminal offense in the US.
"The
fight against doping in the United States took a
significant leap forward on Monday with the passage of a
landmark bill through the US Senate."
by Matt de Neef (cyclingtips.com)
November 16,
2020
Douglas Ryder's WorldTour team likely to race
on in 2021.
"Reports
from several sources indicate that Douglas Ryder will run
a WorldTour team next year after a last-minute solution
was found to keep his current NTT-backed team in the
sport." By
Daniel Benson (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
November 16,
2020
Astana becomes Astana Premier Tech for 2021.
"The
Astana team will officially be known as Astana Premier
Tech after the Canadian company stepped up to a title
sponsorship role to help bolster the finances of the
Kazakhstani team for 2021."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport)
November 16,
2020
Matteo Jorgenson extends with Movistar through
2023.
"Young
American renews with Movistar; Astana brings on first
co-sponsor in 15 years to assure team's future." (velonews.com) (Credit not
Provided)
November 16,
2020
Mitchelton Scott announces more homegrown
signings, and contract extensions of Luke Durbridge and
Cameron Meyer.
"The
Mitchelton Scott team emphasized its Australian roots by
renewing the contracts of no less than seven Aussie riders
for the next two seasons. Leading the way are Luke
Durbridge and Cameron Meyer, two veterans of the team." By James Startt
(velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
November 16,
2020
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