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Volta a Portugal: Luís Gomes takes stage win as breakaway thrives on hilly day. "Kelly Simoldes UD Oliveirense takes their stage win at the Volta a Portugal, as the breakaway went on for the win via Luís Gomes." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) Foto: Nuno Veiga/Lusa - sapo.pt
Simon Yates: ‘We are going to the Vuelta a España to win.’ "British climber leads Team Bike Exchange alongside Kaden Groves." By Daniel Benson (velonews.com) (Photo by Gonzalo Arroyo Moreno/Getty Images)
Vuelta a España: Trek Segafredo bringing top stage-hunters. "Mads Pedersen and Juan Pedro López headline Vuelta squad focused on stages without forgetting the GC." (velonews.com) (Photo by Gonzalo Arroyo Moreno/Getty Images)
SBT GRVL 2022 preview and riders to watch. "The third edition brings a 142-mile challenge with over 9,000 vertical feet." By Betsy Welch, William Tracy (velonews.com) Photo: Linda Guerrette
Team Amani makes U.S. debut at Leadville and SBT GRVL. "Four riders from the East African squad will spend the next month racing gravel across the country." By Betsy Welch (velonews.com) Photo: @saltlake_lian
Endurance racing and motherhood - Erin Huck’s new adventures. "The Olympian and XC pro is making her way back to the races, starting with the Leadville Trail 100 this weekend." By Betsy Welch (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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In the Drops: Excellent Shimano RX6 shoes, the revised Kask Protone Icon, a solid set of wheels from HollowGram and The Hundred. "A look back at some content highlights from this week at Cyclist, plus some tasty fresh kit." By Sam Challis (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)
Apple Adds Manual Triathlon Transitions to Latest WatchOS 9 Beta. "Hot on the heals of my full Apple WatchOS 9 triathlon beta test earlier this week, Apple has added manual transitions to the latest beta preview build, which went live on Wednesday." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
Stage 7 (Santo Tirso → Braga,150.1km)
Friday, August 12th.
Video
starts at 10:00am Eastern, 7:00am Pacific.
Finish
at around 12:42pm Eastern, 9:24am Pacific."
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Axel Zingle wins first stage of Arctic Race of Norway. "Cofidis rider Axel Zingle has won the first stage of the Arctic Race of Norway. He was the fastest in the sprint to cross the finish line." By Sangam Rai (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Dario Belingheri/Getty Images - cyclingnews.com)
Scott McGill wins sixth stage of Volta a Portugal. "Scott McGill has won the sixth stage of Volta a Portugal. He managed to overtake João Matias and Antonio Carvalho at the final moment." By Sangam Rai (cyclinguptodate.com) (Photo: Dario Belingheri/Getty Images - velonews.com)
Remco Evenepoel says Tadej Pogačar is ‘still the best rider in the world.’ "Belgian defends Pogačar against suggestion that he 'cracked' during the Tour de France: 'What Tadej did is still incredible.'" By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) (Photo by Gonzalo Arroyo Moreno/Getty Images)
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Tiesj Benoot describes terrifying 67kmph crash into car driven into his path. "The Belgian was descending when a driver in a car drove out of a parking lot and into his path." (stickybottle.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Marianne Vos did something very clever to make sure she never does puppy paws again. "The Dutchwoman has a novel way to keep her hands in the right place." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found)
Train Smarter: How cycling analytics can improve your form on the bike. "You can train harder and you can train faster, but if you really want to improve you need to train smarter. Here’s how the FormBeat cycling-focused mobile app could revolutionize your form." (road.cc) FormBeat
L39ION drops new kit inspired by Tulsa, Oklahoma to support CYCLE Kids. "The first $43,000 in sales of the Rapha-made collection will be donated to CYCLE Kids to support grassroots cycling programs in schools." By William Tracy (velonews.com) Photo: Kit Karzen
Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro: Early Sports Review. "I’m glad Samsung both recognizes the need for more battery (even if a bit chunky), as well as the ideals of having more outdoor features in their watches." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
Arctic Race of Norway Live Stream. "2022 Arctic Race of Norway August 11-14. Stage
1 (Mo i Rana → Mo i Rana,186.8km) Thursday, August 11th.
Live
video from 7:20am U.S. Eastern.
Finish
at around 9:41am U.S. Eastern."
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Stage 6 (Águeda → Maia, 159.9km)
Thursday, August 11th.
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starts at 10:00am Eastern, 7:00am Pacific.
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at around 12:42pm Eastern, 9:24am Pacific."
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Volta a Portugal: Frederico Figueiredo wins stage five and jumps into yellow jersey after attacking teammate and yellow jersey Mauricio Moreira. "The sixth stage of the Volta a Portugal - counting the prologue - has seen a lot of drama unfold, as the race lead changed between teammates, with Frederico Figueiredo taking the stage win and jumping to the race lead." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: abola.pt
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Tour of Scandinavia stage 4: Alex Manly wins from late break in aggressive day out. "Six rider group holds off bunch to crack Marianne Vos’s winning streak." By Matilda Price (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
Peter Stetina finds perspective and balance as a participant at LeadBoat Challenge. "It’s been a challenging period, ever since the start of the gravel season when Stetina fractured a wrist in a crash during Sea Otter in April." By Daniel Benson (velonews.com) Photo: Wil Matthews
The UCI WorldTour Relegation Gets Critical. "The battle between Lotto Soudal, Israel Premier Tech and Movistar has been heating up, with EF Education EasyPost, Cofidis and Bike Exchange Jayco not too far ahead of them." By Alastair Hamilton (pezcyclingnews.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
Mountain Bike Icons - the Ned Overend story. "He was the first-ever official UCI Mountain Bike World Champion, and yet his story is so much longer and deeper, meet Ned Overend." By Steve Thomas (road.cc)
Dan Bigham to attempt UCI Hour Record. "'I’m excited about the prospect of seeing what I can do against the clock again' says British rider." By Daniel Benson (velonews.com) (Photo by John Walton/PA Images via Getty Images)
The Ridgeback Errand is an urban utility eBike. "The Ridgeback Errand is quite unashamedly a utility eBike. That’s not a particularly cool thing, but it is a useful thing - that’s what utility means." By Alex Bowden (road.cc) photo by ridgeback
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Cycling and HRT: How will it affect me? "Phil Cavell quizzes two experts on the efficacy of hormone replacement therapy and testosterone replacement therapy for older cyclists." By Phil Cavell (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)
Tech and New Products: Sidi Shot 2 DZero. "Officially launched in mid-June and now catapulted onto the international stage, Sidi's new creation - Shot 2 DZero - accompanied the athletes along the roads of the 109th edition of the Tour de France for three weeks." (socalcycling.com) Photo: sidi.com
2022 Tour of Scandinavia - Battle of the North Live Stream. "2022 Tour of Scandinavia - Battle of the North August 9-14. Stage
4 (Askim →
Mysen, 119.2km)
Friday, August 12th.
Live video from 10:00am Eastern, 7:00am Pacific. Finish
at around 12:08pm Eastern, 9:08am Pacific."
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Tour of Scandinavia stage 3: Marianne Vos takes the hat trick in Sarpsborg. "Dutchwoman takes third win in three days, beating Uttrup Ludwig on uphill finish." By Matilda Price (velonews.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)
USADA hands Jackson Huntley Nash a lifetime ban for multiple anti-doping rule violations. "This is yet another case that demonstrates the power of investigations in the shared fight to protect sport and athletes’ rights," says Travis Tygart." By William Tracy (velonews.com) Photo: granfondodailynews.com
Astana neo-pro Michele Gazzoli given one-year ban after testing positive for banned decongestant. "The violation was deemed 'unintentional' after the Italian used a medication to treat rhinitis." (velonews.com) (Photo: Bas Czerwinski/Getty Images)
Biniam Girmay brushes off crash while Alexander Kristoff powers to win at Circuit Franco-Belge. "Team officials relieved that Girmay not seriously injured and delighted in another win from veteran Kristoff." By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) Photo: David Stockman/Belga Mag/AFP via Getty Images
Plug pulled on live broadcasts for remainder of Life Time Grand Prix series. "'Technical limitations, course conditions and remote locations proved insurmountable,' says a statement from Life Time." (velonews.com) Photo: Wil Matthews
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João Almeida on Vuelta a España: ‘I’ll do
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Africa’s First Grand Tour Stage Winner: Alan van Heerden. "If you were ‘into’ European professional cycle racing in the late 70’s and early 80’s, then you will remember the name Alan van Heerden." By Edmond Hood (pezcyclingnews.com) Photo: kingofbling.co.za
La Vuelta a España 2022: Stage-by-stage details. "A look at each and every stage of La Vuelta a España 2022 including stage profiles, descriptions and times to watch the race." (sbs.com.au) Credit: ©Charly Lopez/©Charly Lopez
How can you spot counterfeit bike components and avoid getting ripped off? We spoke to Shimano to find out. "Limited availability and supply chain issues have made counterfeit products become rife and ever more tempting." By Jamie Williams (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Schwalbe G-One RS review. "The Schwalbe G-One RS focuses on gravel racing where speed is a priority and sits at the top of the brand's best gravel tire line-up." By Matt Page (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
2022 Tour of Scandinavia - Battle of the North Live Stream. "2022 Tour of Scandinavia - Battle of the North August 9-14. Stage
3 (Moss →
Sarpsborg, 118.9km)
Thursday, August 11th.
Live video from 10:00am Eastern, 7:00am Pacific. Finish
at around 12:12pm Eastern, 9:12am Pacific."
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Tour of Scandinavia stage 2: Marianne Vos pips Emilia Fahlin to win again. "The Dutch woman comes from behind to take Fahlin right on the line." By Matilda Price (velonews.com) Photo: Thomas Sjoerup/Ritzau Scanpix/AFP via Getty Images
Alexander Kristoff wins Eurométropole Tour after surprisingly aggressive strategy. "Intermarché Wanty Gobert Matériaux have been riding a very strong season so far, and today Alexander Kristoff took another strong win as he went on the attack and won the Eurométropole Tour after an aggressive display." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) digitaloceanspaces.com
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Dylan Groenewegen sprints to victory in second stage of the Arctic Race of Norway. "Dylan Groenewegen has won the second stage of the Arctic Race of Norway. He was the fastest in the sprint to cross the finish line." By Sangam Rai (cyclinguptodate.com) (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images - cyclingnews.com)
Mavi García signs two-year deal with Liv Racing Xstra. "The Spanish champion is the team's first major GC signing in several years." By Sadhbh O'Shea (velonews.com) Photo: Dario Belingheri/Getty Images
Laurens ten Dam: ‘Ready for the whole enchilada of Leadville Trail 100 and SBT GRVL.’ "'The young guys like Keegan Swenson are more complete than I am. Maybe if they put a road race in the series it would suit me better,' says Dutch rider." By Daniel Benson (velonews.com)(Photo: Brad Kaminiski)
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An ice sock stuck in derailleur melts George Bennett’s GC hopes at Tour de l’Ain. "Despite attacking in the final, a freak incident in Wednesday's decisive climbing stage cost Bennett a chance to win the overall." By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) (Photo: Bas Czerwinski/Getty Images)
Italian rider accused of motor doping at biggest gran fondo in Europe. "In a video, Stefano Stagni pushes a button and accelerates." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (screenshot)
Gear Break: ROKA Sunglasses, Kane Shoes, Ritchey Zeta GX Gravel Wheels, Swiftwick New National Park Sock, The Dot by Lachlan Morton & L39ION Tulsa Kit. "A big mix of what's new." (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Guide to Sugar Alternatives, Natural and Artificial. "If sugar is off your menu, what are the alternatives? From honey and maple syrup, to sucrose and stevia, here's the low down." By Karla Walsh (bicycling.co.za) Freepik/Racool
Arctic Race of Norway Live Stream. "2022 Arctic Race of Norway August 11-14. Stage
2 (Mosjøen → Brønnøysund,
154.3km) Friday, August 12th.
Live
video from 7:25am U.S. Eastern, 4:25am Pacific.
Finish
at around 9:40am U.S. Eastern, 6:40am Pacific."
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Tour de l’Ain stage 3: Antonio Pedrero delivers victory for Movistar. "Guillaume Martin holds on to win the overall title in an attack-riddled finale." (velonews.com) (Photo: Bas Czerwinski/Getty Images)
AusCycling chief says Rohan Dennis illness at CWG "still a bit in the dark." "Rohan is incredibly tough and he is also incredibly proud to wear the green and gold… if it wasn’t significant, he would have been racing." (stickybottle.com) Photo: Alex Broadway/Getty Images
Promotion and Relegation FAQ. "The World Tour promotion and relegation topic ought to be simple with the top-18 teams on the rankings making the cut… but it turns out to be a lot more complicated." (inrng.com) (Image credit: ASO)
Ten men to watch at the Leadville Trail 100. "An incredibly deep start list and one important question: Can anyone beat Keegan Swenson?" By Betsy Welch (velonews.com) Photo: Wil Matthews
‘I have to know that it’s not in the disco socks.’ "National short track champion Laurie Arseneault on racing World Cups, fishing, superstition and the fire in her heart." (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Adam Morka
Zwift’s future direction: A doubling-down on project innovation and, eventually, VR headsets and AR. "CEO Eric Min seeking a ‘more integrated experience’ between online platform and Tour de France Femmes." By Shane Stokes (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Stefan Küng extends with Groupama FDJ through 2025. "Several teams were interested in snapping up the Swiss time trialist but the French team held onto him in the end." By Sadhbh O'Shea (velonews.com) Photo: Dario Belingheri/Getty Images
Casper Pedersen ready to learn from leadout king Michael Mørkøv in move to Quick Step Alpha Vinyl. "With his arrival, there will be four Danish riders on the new look Soudal Quick Step for 2023." By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) Photo: Thomas Samson
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Meet Olivia Baril: The Canadian almost quit
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Team DSM adds trio of young talent to women’s squad for 2023. "Promising young riders Eleonora Ciabocco, Maeve Plouffe, and Eglantine Rayer sign with the team through 2024." By Sadhbh O'Shea (velonews.com) (Luc Claessen/Getty Images)
Strength Training Considerations For Different Types Of Biking. "Whether you’re on the road, a velodrome or carving up mountain trails, your bike riding is going to be significantly improved with a proper strength and conditioning routine." By Eric Lister (ilovebicycling.com) Source: Flamingo Images Adobe Stock
Tour de l’Ain Live Feed. "Tour de l'Ain 2022 - Stage 3 (Plateau d'Hauteville → Lélex, 131km). Thursday,
August 11th, video starts at 8:00am Eastern, 5:00am
Pacific."
Finish
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Guillaume Martin wins second stage of Tour de l'Ain. "Cofidis rider Guillaume Martin has won the second stage of the Tour de l'Ain. He took an early lead in the final kilometer and maintained it till the finish line." By Sangam Rai (cyclinguptodate.com) (Photo: Bas Czerwinski/Getty Images - velonews.com)
Felix Großschartner signs for UAE Team Emirates. By Daniel Benson (velonews.com) (Photo by Gonzalo Arroyo Moreno/Getty Images)
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