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Actual Everesting just too much fun? Suffer up
virtual Everest with Floyd Landis instead.
"Brand
new indoor training platform Race Republic launches
Everesting challenge with riders attempting to climb a
virtual Mount Everest."
By Will Strickson (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found) November 17, 2021 Egan Bernal honing TT position ahead of
anticipated Tour de France return.
"Giro
d'Italia champ returns to German lab that helped him
recover from his back injury in 2020 with an eye on Tour
de France showdown with Tadej Pogačar."
(velonews.com) Photo: LUCA BETTINI/AFP via Getty Images November 17, 2021 De Buyst and Kluge lead Ghent Six as fans
adapt to rules in 't Kuipke.
"Jasper
De Buyst and Roger Kluge are the first leaders of the
Ghent Six, with crowds returning to the legendary
166-metre 't Kuipke, despite strict rules and the banning
of beer sales in the track center."
By Stephen Farrand (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) November 17, 2021 Whoop 4.0 Band & Platform In-Depth
Review.
"While
the new Whoop 4.0 looks physically similar to the
previous 3.0, it’s a significantly different beast of
hardware."
By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker) November 17, 2021 Priority Apollo gravel bike review.
"The
Priority Apollo offers an excellent value for a gravel
grinder bike. I like the simple and quiet Gates carbon
belt drive, but wish the gearing options, provided by the
Shimano Alfine hub were more hill-friendly."
By Aliya Barnwell (velonews.com) Photo: Aliya Barnwell November 17, 2021 Pump up tires with no effort using Fix Mfg
Eflator mini battery-powered air compressor.
"The
pump can be set to display tire pressure in psi, kPa, bar,
or kg/cm2 on its large display. It works with Schrader
valves, but also includes a thread on Presta adapter and a
small carrying bag to keep it all tidy."
By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) November 17, 2021 How rowing can complement your cycling as
cross-training.
"Spending
time on the bike is vital if you want to improve your
cycling performance. But working another
muscular-endurance activity into the mix can help take
your fitness to the next level."
By Paddy Maddison (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found) November 17, 2021 Gifts for cyclists: Christmas present ideas to
cater to all budgets.
"If
you're shopping for a cyclist this Christmas and need
inspiration, here's a roundup of the best gifts for
cyclists, no matter your budget."
By Mildred Locke , Josh Croxton (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Courtesy) November 17, 2021 Cycling retailers open up Black Friday to
almost everything with site-wide 20% discounts.
"Deals
on any single full-price item meaning no products are safe
from the Black Friday sales."
By Josh Croxton (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Competitive Cyclist) November 17, 2021  Introducing: Luke Lamperti.
"Luke
Lamperti (Trinity Racing) seemed to come out of nowhere
when he became the youngest pro US criterium national
champion at the USA Cycling Pro Road Championships in
Knoxville in June."
By Laura Weislo (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Patrick Daly) November 16, 2021 Afghan federation threatens riders, doxxes
journalist over evacuation criticisms.
"One
month after the Afghan Cycling Federation (ACF) president,
his family, and other staff were successfully evacuated
from the country after the Taliban takeover in August, the
ACF continues to bully riders who have gotten out or are
still hoping to flee."
By Laura Weislo (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Fazli Ahmad Fazli/Facebook) November 16, 2021 Astana drama and Canadian connections led
Jakob Fuglsang to Israel Start-Up Nation.
"The
veteran Dane sat on the sidelines as Premier Tech
management tested waters with several teams before
securing him a spot at Israel Start-Up Nation for 2022."
By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) Photo: Noa Arnon/ISN November 16, 2021 Shimano denies design problem with Hollowtech
cranks despite reports of cracked arms.
"Shimano
says that there isn't a design problem with its Hollowtech
cranks despite reports of a pattern of failures - although
its engineers are continuing to investigate other factors
or causes."
By Anna Marie Hughes (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) November 16, 2021 Pidcock to start cyclocross season on first
week of December.
"Tom
Pidcock will start his cyclocross season on December 4 and
will ride cross for two months. “Short, but intensive,”
Kurt Bogaerts, his ‘cross manager at INEOS Grenadiers,
told WielerFlits."
(cycling.today) (Image Credit not Found) November 16, 2021 Why Shorter Cranks Are Better.
"A
2001 study by J.C. Martin & W.W. Spirduso is one of
the biggest and most comprehensive on crank length. They
measured the maximum sprint power output on a static bike
with sixteen trained cyclists, each using a wide range of
crank lengths (120, 145, 170, 195, and 220 mm)."
By Seb Stott (pinkbike.com) Photo: Riff Stills November 16, 2021 Mark Cavendish: The Ghent Six is the Tour de
France of track cycling.
"Mark
Cavendish has yet to be formally confirmed as a Quick Step
rider for 2022, but the Manxman will line out with his
trade teammate Iljo Keisse on Tuesday evening as the Ghent
Six gets underway on the boards of 't Kuipke."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Yorick jansen/Belga/AFP/Getty Images) November 16, 2021 Cycle Pal Disc Brake Alignment Tool.
"The
tool is simple: It’s a stamped and formed piece of steel
that is U-shaped in profile."
By Padraig (cyclingindependent.com) (Image Credit not Found) November 16, 2021 100% Eastcraft and Westcraft do double duty
as casual and performance eyewear.
"With
an appearance that works for casual /
lifestyle
/
streetwear
use, the Eastcraft hints at a boxy and geometric design
while the Westcraft has a rounded frame shape, inspired
by classic aviator styling."
By Greg Kaplan (velonews.com) Photo: Greg Kaplan November 16, 2021 Best way to alleviate squealing disc brakes on
a mountain bike.
"Squealing
disc brakes can ruin a ride, here are Bike Perfect's top
tips for a quieter life on the trails."
By Sean Fishpool (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Max Sullivan) November 16, 2021 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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November
17, 2021
Tadej Pogačar hints at Giro-Tour double in
2023.
"Two-time
defending Tour de France champion says a run at the Vuelta
a España should be in the cards in the 2022 after another
shot at a third yellow jersey."
(velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images) November 17, 2021 Primoz Roglic: I'm not the cycling Terminator,
that's not who I am.
"Jumbo
Visma rider reveals how his crashes and a fast-track
career have influenced his racing and his personality."
By Stephen Farrand (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport) November 17, 2021 Heinrich Haussler calls on more road riders to
do cyclocross.
"In
2019 cyclocross fans were surprised to see a rider from
Bahrain Merida participating in races. It tuned out to be
Heinrich Haussler, who had fallen in love with the sport."
(cyclocross.social) Photo: Yefrifotos November 17, 2021 Tips for a custom bike build.
"Custom
builds don’t have to make sense. They rarely do. It is all
about creating a bike that reflects what you want to
express as a rider, but as ever, there are risks."
By Lance Branquinho (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Chapter2) November 17, 2021 Tour Colombia 2022 has been canceled due to
financial issues, according to reports.
"Earlier
this year, the 2021 race was canceled after the first
three editions of the race saw several big names from
around the world attending and strong support from the
Colombian government."
By Tim Bonville-Ginn (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) November 17, 2021 End of an era: Specialized Women’s Racing
calls it quits after a decade.
"Not
only was it a home for domestic talent, we also had the
good fortune of regular international guest riders such as
Chloe Hosking, Loren Rowney, and Tiff Cromwell donning our
jersey on many occasions."
By Liz Phillipou (cyclingtips.com) photography by Specialized November 17, 2021 What makes a road bike? Every component part
explained.
"The
average road bike comprises component parts that haven't
changed all that much in over a century. However, if you
haven't used that time to acquaint yourself with the
correct terminology, we won't hold it against you."
By Joseph Delves (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found) November 17, 2021 10 best 2021 endurance bikes - find a great
bike for long, fast rides.
"Endurance
bikes are 'softer', more comfortable versions of
race-orientated road bikes. They have slightly more
relaxed handling, frames tuned to smooth the ride and
capacity for wider tires along with a less stretched-out
riding position."
By John Stevenson (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) November 17, 2021 Specialized Diverge Expert E5 Evo review.
"A
flat-bar gravel bike that’s actually designed for flat
bars."
By Caley Fretz (cyclingtips.com) (Photography by James Huang) November 17, 2021 What’s the deal with tire inserts?
"What
are tire inserts? How do they work? And why are so many
riders using them? Here’s a quick guide to biking's latest
low-tech innovation."
By Terry McKall (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) November 17, 2021 November
16, 2021
Sarah Gigante in recovery after heart scare.
"Reigning
Australian time trial champion Sarah Gigante, 21, is on
the road to recovery after developing a heart condition in
recent months."
By Matt de Neef (cyclingtips.com) (Image Credit not Found) November 16, 2021 Meet Magnus Sheffield: Ineos Grenadiers'
teenage American recruit who's not raced a bike much, yet
intends on winning in his own fastidious way.
"Magnus
Sheffield is a bit of an enigma. He’s one of America’s
most exciting young road talents, yet has a comparative
paucity of race days on his calendar."
By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) November 16, 2021 Groupama FDJ boss on 2021 season: ‘I don’t
think we deserve more than 6/10.’
"'There
are obvious failures' - team director Yvon Madiot delivers
brutally honest assessment as French squad suffers without
Thibaut Pinot."
(velonews.com) (Photo: James Startt) November 16, 2021 UAE Emirates boss: ‘João Almeida isn’t here to
work.’
"Portuguese
talent will see support and leadership duties in a
five-year deal with UAE Team Emirates beginning in 2022."
(velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images) November 16, 2021 Bike Exchange open to Simon Yates racing Giro
d’Italia and Tour de France.
"With
only 26km of time trialing - the fewest TT kilometers in
the race since the 1960s - and a highly mountainous second
half, the Giro d'Italia route looks perfect for Yates and
a host of other pure climbers."
By Daniel Benson (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport) November 16, 2021 How blood glucose monitors are poised to
reshape pro racing.
"Forget
power meters and heart rate monitors - blood glucose
monitors are poised to change pro cycling forever. Here's
a look at how the new tech could push the peloton
forward."
By Jim Cotton (velonews.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport) November 16, 2021 Ineos Grenadiers: Back to the drawing board
for the Tour de France.
"We
didn’t have four leaders, we went in with the aim of
protecting Geraint Thomas and Richard Carapaz more but we
wanted to try to keep more guys on the GC."
By Sophie Hurcom (cyclingnews.com) November 16, 2021 Silca’s $85 3D printed MTB cleats: 90kg saving
per leg?
"Silca
seems to find a marginal gain in almost anything. Hot off
the heels of its aero socks, Silca has announced 3D
printed titanium mountain bike cleats."
By Ronan Mc Laughlin (cyclingtips.com) photography by Silca November 16, 2021 Elite Suito smart turbo trainer review.
"It’s
got great ride feel but is the Elite Suito the best deal
on a smart turbo trainer from the Italian company?"
By Josh Ross (cyclingnews.com) (Image: Josh Ross) November 16, 2021 Best pre-Black Friday lights deals 2021.
"With
the nights drawing in and winter taking hold, the need
for quality bike lights is only going to keep on growing
- from now till spring."
By Stefan Abram (cyclingweekly.com) Photo: Ti November 16, 2021 Black Friday bike deals 2021.
"With a little over a week to go, the Black Friday bike deals are continually improving, so we've been hard at work rounding up the best available today." By Josh Croxton (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Cyclingnews) November 16, 2021 Speed skating, 5km runs and future goals:
How Lewis Askey is prioritizing fun as he progresses
through cycling's ranks.
"The
20-year-old joins fellow Brit Jake Stewart in being
promoted from Groupama FDJ's development squad."
By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) November 16, 2021 Five Takeaways From the 2022 GIRO Route.
"The
full Giro d’Italia route for 2022 was released last week
by the race organizers RCS. Spencer Martin has had the
weekend to have a good look at the ‘ups and downs’ of the
Italian Grand Tour to give us his ‘Five Giro’22
Takeaways."
By Spencer Martin (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit LaPresse) November 15, 2021 Your $1.00 monthly contribution is important and will help keep us online. Also, clicking on the advertisements would be an additional way of helping. |
Youth Movement Memes for 2022, Part 1.
"Let’s
take a look at some of the year’s talking points and where
they will likely go in 2022. Speaking broadly, the sport
remains engulfed in a youth movement that probably goes
beyond anything seen before."
By Chris Fontecchio (podiumcafe.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images) November 17, 2021 Wout van Aert race win NFTs sell for €47,000.
"Belgian
auctions digital blockchain images of his victories at
Strade Bianche, Mont Ventoux, and the Champs Elysées."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image
credit: Momentible) November 17,
2021
Inside the Netherlands’ first gravel national
championships.
"Last
weekend, NK Gravel in the Netherlands crowned two national
champions. Is the race a harbinger of more sanctioned
gravel to come?"
By Betsy Welch (velonews.com) (Photo: Bruno Bobbink) November 17, 2021 Davide Formolo rides just 918 meters to set
new shortest Hour Record.
"Italian
rider Davide Formolo has set a new, bizarre record,
completing the shortest distance possible in one hour of
continuous riding."
By Ryan Dabbs (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) November 17, 2021 Alejandro Valverde to ride Giro d'Italia and
Vuelta a España in final professional season.
"Alejandro
Valverde will skip the Tour de France and instead ride the
Giro d’Italia and Vuelta a España in 2022, his final
season as a professional rider."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Philippe Lopez/AFP/Getty Images) November 17, 2021 Charlie Quarterman confirms he is not
re-signing with Trek Segafredo for 2022 after 'rough year.'
"The
British rider has struggled since suffering a heavy
concussion as well as stress with his contract running
out."
By Tim Bonville-Ginn (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) November 17, 2021 Sharon Laws Rider of the Year Awards.
"Since
2016, Voxwomen supporters have voted for their rider of
the year. In 2018, after the sad passing of Sharon Laws,
the prestigious award was named after her to continue her
memory."
(voxwomen.com) (Image Credit not Found) November 17, 2021 Mark Padun to leave Bahrain Victorious.
"Doing
this post to give thanks to Bahrain Victorious for four
years with this team where I’ve started my pro cycling
career, had a lot of successes and have made unforgettable
memories with stuff and rides."
(cycling.today) (Image Credit not Found) November 17, 2021 Black Friday Garmin deals 2021.
"The best early Black Friday Garmin deals Edge computers, Fenix smartwatches and more." By Josh Croxton , Paul Norman (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Courtesy) November 17, 2021 My Favorite Things.
"I’ve had the good fortune to be able to test/review a lot of different kit over the last several years." By Chuck Peña (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) November 17, 2021 November
16, 2021
Outside Interactive and Belgian Waffle Ride
debut ‘This is Not a Gravel Race’ documentary.
"This
is Not a Gravel Race” premiers Tuesday, November 16,
at 9:30 p.m. EST and will be streamed on Outside TV, here
on VeloNews and on the Peloton magazine website. Outside
TV is also available on YouTube TV, Amazon Channels,
Comcast XFINITY, Samsung TV Plus, Sling TV, the Roku
Channel, and VIZIO."
(velonews.com) BWR November 16, 2021 Sepp Kuss gets his mountain bike groove on
during off-season.
"Kuss
enjoys some single-track and a trip to Colombia following
a stellar 2021 capped by Tour de France stage-win and
top-10 at the Vuelta a España."
(velonews.com) Photo: Christine Poujoulat/Pool via Getty Images November 16, 2021 Tom Dumoulin doesn't rule out Grand Tour
return in 2022.
"Tom
Dumoulin has made it clear that he is open to a Grand Tour
return in 2022, but explained that he needs to be fully
fit to match his ambition and competitiveness of winning
every race he participates in."
By Ryan Dabbs (cyclingweekly.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images) November 16, 2021 Italian team's stolen gold Pinarello track
bikes retrieved from Romania.
"The
22 Stolen bikes are back in Italy after team mechanics
traveled to Romania to collect them from local police."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: PA Images) (cyclingweekly.com) November 16, 2021 Mattia Cattaneo becomes the latest rider to
extend with Quick Step.
"Team
now at 28 riders for 2022 with only Cavendish and Cerny
yet to confirm future."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: David Stockman/Belga/AFP/Getty Images) November 16, 2021 Industry leaders forecast what next for the
global bike business.
"As
the final Eurobike in Friedrichshafen wound to a
conclusion - leaders from across the bike business
gathered on stage to address the industry’s most pressing
issues."
By Mark Sutton (cyclingindustry.news) (Image Credit not Found) November 16, 2021 Best bike torque wrenches: Tighten your bolts
to the perfect torque.
"The
right tool for the job is an absolute necessity when it
comes to getting torque values right."
By Josh Ross (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Topeak) November 16, 2021 Road and gravel bike rim width: Everything you
need to know.
"Rim
width is an important spec detail that's worth paying
attention to whether you're shopping for a new bike, new
wheels, or a replacement set of tires."
By Joseph Delves (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found) November 16, 2021 Festka + Ondrash & Kasparek produce
stunning Scout gravel bike.
"Czech
brand Festka has collaborated with artist duo Ondrash
& Kasparek (Ondřej Konupčík and Radim Kašpárek) on a
Festka Scout gravel bike in an astonishing finish."
By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) November 16, 2021 Bontrager Montrose Elite saddle review.
"Bontrager’s
titanium-railed Montrose Elite saddle is a proper
thoroughbred for similarly rapid, head-down riders at a
remarkably reasonable price."
By Guy Kesteven (cyclingnews.com) (Image: Guy Kesteven) November 16, 2021 15 perfect Christmas presents for cyclists
from Cube and Ere Research.
"If you’re looking for a Christmas gift for the cyclist in your life, check out these suggestions that cover all budgets." (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) November 16, 2021 Does road cycling have a problem with match
fixing?
"Belgian
research shines a light on road cycling's culture of
cooperation, paying for wins, and how riders feel about it
all."
By Matt de Neef (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) November 15, 2021 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! -
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