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Volta a Portugal: João Matias takes second bunch sprint win on stage four. "Stage four of the Volta a Portugal saw another bunch sprint come to light, and the Tavfer Mortágua Ovos Matinados team took another win as they delivered João Matias to his second triumph of the week." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: RTP/Volta a Portugal - cyclingnews.com)
Lefevere criticizes race organizer over “life-threatening” conditions for riders. "Quick Step Alpha Vinyl boss Patrick Lefevere has accused the organizers of Vuelta a Burgos of creating life-threatening conditions on stage 2 of the race last week." (stickybottle.com) (Photo: Wout Beel)
Preview: Tour of Scandinavia. "The WorldTour peloton heads to Denmark this Tuesday for the start of the much anticipated inaugural Tour of Scandinavia." (voxwomen.com) Screen-Shot
Preliminary startlist Arctic Race of Norway with Groenewegen, Johannessen, Hermans, Bol and van der Hoorn. "The race will take place from the 11th to the 14th of August and go through four stages." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) Proshots
Vuelta a España: Mikel Landa downplays podium hopes. "Spanish GC star finally put a series of grand tour setbacks and close calls to bed with third at the 2022 Giro d'Italia." By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) (Photo by Gonzalo Arroyo Moreno/Getty Images)
Is Campagnolo working on its own electric bike motor and power meter? "The Italian brand has submitted two patent applications." By Oscar Huckle (bikeradar.com) Photo: Campagnolo
How Riding eBikes Can Make You fitter, And Healthier. ""It's cheating" they cry. Nonsense. eBikes are just as good a tool as a normal bike for gaining fitness and good health." By Emelia Benton (bicycling.co.za) (Image Credit not Found)
Giro Eclipse Spherical Road Helmet. "Impressive all-round performance, a great combination of cooling, good looks and (probably) aero benefits." By Nick Cox (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Monday,
August 8th, video starts at 10:00am Eastern, 7:00am
Pacific."
Finish
at around 12:34pm Eastern, 9:34am Pacific.
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August 7,
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 Mauricio Moreira wins stage three of Volta a Portugal. "Glassdrive/Q8/Anicolor were expected to dominate what many call the queen stage of the Volta a Portugal, and they delivered as Mauricio Moreira won atop the final climb after a strong collective performance." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) Proshots
Commonwealth Games: Aaron Gate shocks WorldTour opposition to win thrilling men’s road race. "England had the numbers, while Geraint Thomas's late attack was caught before the line." By Daniel Benson (velonews.com) Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images
Georgia Baker wins Commonwealth Games women’s road race. "Australia win gold and bronze in the women's race after a dominant performance." (velonews.com) (Photo by Luke Walker/Getty Images)
Rohan Dennis taken to hospital for tests and observations at the Commonwealth Games. "Australian had won the gold in the time trial last week but will miss the road race." By Daniel Benson (velonews.com) (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)
Articles Behind a Paywall
Could Ineos’ low-balling of Adam Yates open the
window for a Bike Exchange return?
"Yates has been offered a contract extension but it's below his asking price, while Bike Exchange is keeping tabs on the situation." By Daniel Benson (velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images) velonews/outside
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A podium winning special edition Ribble from The Commonwealth Games. "Check out these rather swish looking paint schemes on the Ribble Endurance SL R and Ultra SL R Commonwealth bikes." By Jamie Williams (road.cc) (Image Credit Zac Williams/SWpix.com)
2022 Volta a Portugal Live Feed. "Volta a Portugal, August 4-15, Stage 3 (Sertã → Alto da Torre, 159km). Sunday,
August 7th, video starts at 10:00am Eastern, 7:00am
Pacific."
Finish
at around 12:40pm Eastern, 9:40am Pacific.
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August 6,
2022
Vuelta a Burgos: Pavel Sivakov takes overall win, João Almeida wins final stage. "Ineos Grenadiers close out the final stage to seal overall title." By Daniel Benson (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Miguel Ángel López back from suspension linked to drug trafficking inquiry to take podium at Vuelta a Burgos. "Colombian rises to third overall on final stage with the Vuelta a España on the horizon." By Daniel Benson (velonews.com) (Photo by Gonzalo Arroyo Moreno/Getty Images) Photo: Greg Kaplan
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Season over for Tiesj Benoot after serious injuries in training camp crash. "This Monday the Jumbo Visma team have received bad news, as Tiesj Benoot is reported to have sustained serious injuries due to a training crash while at altitude in Livigno." (cyclinguptodate.com) By Rúben Silva (Photo: Cor Vos - cyclingtips.com)
Vuelta a España preview: Fireworks assured even without the ‘Big Four.’ "This year's edition of the Spanish grand tour lives up to its climber's reputation with no less than eight summit finishes." By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
Luke Lamperti and Matthew Riccitello lead US team at Tour de l’Avenir. "USA Cycling sends a strong team to a race that often highlights future Tour de France winners." By Daniel Benson (velonews.com) Photo: Will Palmer/SWpix.com
Marianne Vos responds to her Postnord Vårgårda WestSweden disqualification. "A few seconds of 'puppy paws' was enough to disqualify Dutchwoman after initially being declared the winner." By Sadhbh O'Shea (velonews.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)
"You should not expect much more from us" - Lefevere looks into almost complete 2023 Quick Step team. "Patrick Lefevere talks about how the team has it's selection almost fully made for 2023, and hinted at who may still be joining." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Photo: letour.fr/en)
What you watched and read most during the Tour de France Femmes. "What you watched and read most during the Tour de France Femmes confirmed what we felt covering it: that while the racing itself was exciting from start to finish." (sbs.com.au) Photo: Dario Belingheri/Getty Images
Zipp’s 858 NSW and 808 Firecrest wheels are the brand’s latest to get faster but not more aero. "New hookless, wider and lighter 858 NSW and 808 Firecrest wheels complete Zipp’s overhaul of its road wheel range." By Sam Challis (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)
Specialized Turbo Creo SL Expert First Ride Review. "The Turbo Creo SL Expert? With its Fact 11r carbon frame, Roval carbon rims, plus the Class 3 Super Light 240W mid-drive motor that doubles your power up to 28 mph, this eBike is made for thrilling speed." By Paul Tolme (cyclevolta.com) Photo: Paul Tolme
The World’s Rarest Bikes. "The Super Collectors." By Leslie Reissner (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
How to put an end to pesky puncture headaches on the road or trail. "Whether you’re riding on asphalt or gravel, using the right kit for puncture prevention and repair makes a cyclist's life so much easier. Peaty’s have just what you need." (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) This article includes paid promotion on behalf of Silverfish
Book Review: Le Tour de France Côté Verso. "The Tour de France is a traveling circus and while all eyes are rightly on the riders and landscapes, it requires a shadow army of workers, many of whom work overnight." (inrng.com) (tumblr.com)
August 7,
2022
Audrey Cordon-Ragot wins Postnord Vårgårda WestSweden as Marianne Vos is disqualified. "Three seconds of 'puppy paws' proved extremely costly for Marianne Vos, and Audrey Cordon-Ragot inherits the win." By Kit Nicholson (velonews.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)
Pro cyclist no longer rides alone after two 'bikejacking' attempts as violent incidents increase. "Jennifer George says the two attacks nearly made her quit cycling altogether, with the Met Police and Surrey Police reporting a number of incidents in recent months." By Jack Sexty (road.cc) photo via Instagram
Articles Behind a Paywall
Live broadcasts cancelled for final three Life
Time Grand Prix events in 2022.
"Leadville Trail 100 MTB coverage reduced to social channels on August 13." By Jackie Tyson (Image credit: Life Time) cyclingnews.com ($7.99/month)
What do you need to ride London Edinburgh London? Matt Page's bike and equipment for 1,500km self-supported classic. "Check out the set-up that has turned Matt's Cannondale SystemSix into an ultra-distance Audax machine." By Jack Sexty (road.cc) Photo credit Matt Page
Vielo V+1 Strato. "Not the lightest build, but a very capable and confidence-inspiring performance gravel bike." By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Postnord Vårgårda RR. "Eurosport and Discovery RR (Vårgårda → Vårgårda, 125.7km) - Sunday, August 7th, 11:15 CEST." (voxwomen.com) (Image Credit
not Found)
CIC Tour Feminin International des Pyrenees Live Stream. "2022 CIC Tour Feminin International des Pyrenees August 5-7, France. Stage
3,
Sunday, August 7th (Lourdes → Lourdes, 117km)."
Live
video from 4:55am U.S. Eastern.
Finish
at around 8:02am U.S. Eastern.
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August 6,
2022
Saturday Shorts. "Dylan Teuns has moved from Bahrain to Israel Premier Tech. Pro cycling has a mid-season transfer window from 1-15 August and a move is possible if both teams agree and the UCI approves. He can help in their relegation battle but he’ll have to win big and often." (inrng.com) (Image credit: ASO)
Trek Segafredo storms to the win at Postnord Vårgårda WestSweden TTT. "SD Worx and Team DSM complete the podium." (velonews.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)
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Videos
Joe Papp sold Jeannie Longo EPO and is shocked she was at the Tour de France Femmes. "The American met with her husband for the drug deal in 2007." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca)
Zdenek Štybar won’t be racing at Quick Step Alpha Vinyl in 2023. "The Czech star has been wracked with illness during the past two seasons, but Quick Step Alpha Vinyl is pivoting toward youth." By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) (Photo: Bas Czerwinski/Getty Images)
Ethan Hayter staying with Ineos Grenadiers through 2024. "The 23-year-old Brit has already won 16 races since turning pro in 2020 and will make his grand tour debut at the Vuelta a España." (velonews.com) (Photo by Artur Widak/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images)
Hands-On With Apple WatchOS 9’s New Triathlon Mode in a Race. "Earlier this summer, Apple announced WatchOS 9, which is by far the company’s most ambitious push into endurance sports to date for their Apple Watch platform." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
Lorenzo Rota praises "good strategy" as Intermarché Wanty Gobert Matériaux win Sazka Tour. "Lorenzo Rota took his first pro win this week at the Sazka Tour in the Czech Republic, and yesterday he took his second as he consolidated the overall classification in what was a surprising win taking into consideration the route." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: elite-it.com
Israel Premier Tech Open their Wallet. "The relegation battle continues to be exciting, although the range of teams with a high chance of relegation is narrowing." By Raúl Banqueri (lanternerouge.com.au) Photo: Nico Vereecken/PN/Cor Vos © 2022
Five cool things coming soon (but on a budget) from Vittoria, Decathlon, Topeak, Hutchinson and Formbeat. "Check out the latest and coolest gear we have on test right now, with full reports on the way." By Jamie Williams (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Ortlieb Quick Rack review. "The rack is super quick to mount and take off, making it an excellent, temporary option for carrying a decent amount of cargo." By Suvi Loponen (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
The absolute worst thing a cyclist can do on a bike path. "If you’re that person coming from behind, it is super-dangerous (and also kinda lame) to not let the rider know you’re overtaking them." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Getty Images)
Wiggins has a new bike, with added butterflies. "Custom Factor Ostro VAM marks the 10-year anniversary of Wiggins’s historic Tour de France victory and his 2012 Olympic Gold Medal." By Emma Cole (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)
August 7,
2022
Videos
Victor Campenaerts wins Tour of Leuven in a two-up sprint against Zdenek Stybar. "The Tour of Leuven was a race suited to the classics specialists and they didn't fail to deliver, as the teams with depth thrived, with the win falling to Lotto Soudal's Victor Campenaerts for important UCI points." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Dion Kerckhoffs/CV/SprintCyclingAgenc - cyclingnews.com)
"There is a disappointment" after another second near miss in a week for Zdenek Stybar. "Zdenek Stybar has struggled with form all season long, this week he has returned to showing very good legs and being in contention to take big wins." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Photo: Bas Czerwinski/Getty Images - velonews.com)
road.cc Recommends gets refreshed with 14 brilliant products. "Santini, Mason, Assos, Altura, Restrap and Ortlieb are just some of the brands included." By Liam Cahill (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
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L39ION of Los Angeles on top at waterlogged
Littleton Twilight Criterium.
"Kendall Ryan claimed the familiar top step in the pro women's field, and Alec Cowan won the men's race." By Clara Beard (velonews.com) (Photo: Casey B. Gibson) velonews/outside
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Garmin Watches Now Wish You Happy Birthday. "Last Friday when I woke in my little tent, the Garmin Forerunner 955 wished me Happy Birthday." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
Race Live Stream: Littleton Twilight Criterium on August 6. "Coverage begins right here at 9:30 p.m. EDT, with the Professional Women’s race scheduled for 9:45 p.m., followed by the Professional Men’s race at 11:00 p.m. EDT." By William Tracy (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
2022 GP Jef Scherens Live Feed. "GP Jef Scherens 2022 (Leuven → Leuven, 199.3km).
Sunday, August 7th, video starts at 9:40am Eastern, 6:40am
Pacific."
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Volta a Portugal: João Matias wins stage two with complicated sprint. "The second stage of the Volta a Portugal saw another bunch sprint, with Tavfer Mortágua Ovos Matinados' João Matias taking the win." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Volta a Portugal - cyclingnews.com)
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