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Injured Wout van Aert apologizes to 'all those I gave sh*t to for using spacers under their stems' 'It feels like a gamble' - Bike shop sees Shimano cranks fail 5 months after passing inspection Cycling hacks on a budget: our top everyday alternatives to expensive cycling kit Tour of the Alps: Simon Carr wins stage 4 as Juanpa Lopez responds to GC attacks 2024 Tour of the Alps Live Stream "2024 Tour of the Alps April 15-19, Italy, Stage 5 (Levico Terme → Levico Terme, 118.6km). Live
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Tour of the Alps: Simon Carr wins stage 4 as Juanpa Lopez responds to GC attacks "Chris Harper crashes out on first big mountain stage." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Hammerhead Now Supports TrainerRoad Outside Workouts "After what seems like the longest period of flirting in sports tech history, the two companies finally unlocked the connectivity between the two platforms." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker) Fears for future of Kona Bikes as brand pulls out of major cycle show amid talk of "company meeting" today "The manufacturer founded in 1988 and famous for its mountain and cyclocross bikes removed its stall from the Sea Otter Classic show in California. Employees are believed to be expecting a company "town hall" meeting on Thursday." By Dan Alexander (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) 2024 Giant Defy Advanced SL - More than just a pretty face? "With a maximum tire clearance of 38 mm, it’s not just suitable for all-road use, but will also venture off-road." By Martin Staffa (granfondo-cycling.com) Photo: Jam Richter -C1-
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2024 Tour of the Alps Live Stream "2024 Tour of the Alps April 15-19, Italy, Stage 4 (Leifers/Laives → Borgo Valsugana, 141.3km). Live
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April 18,
2024
Liège Preview: Pogačar to Stop Van der Poel Taking La Doyenne? "Who will win La Doyenne?" By Alastair Hamilton (pezcyclingnews.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) A beginner's guide to Liège Bastogne Liège "This long, hilly Monument caps off the men's and women's Spring Classics." (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) 'It feels like a gamble' - Bike shop sees Shimano cranks fail 5 months after passing inspection "Leaving the responsibility on the rider to 'constantly inspect their crank' makes ‘a mockery’ of the inspection, says local bike shop owner." By Joe Baker (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Left, Dave Farmer, Right, Tom Couzens) Customizable titanium race bikes without the eye-watering price tag: Blackheart's Road Ti bike reviewed "The Road Ti offers that calm and refined feel for a fraction of the cost of other titanium racing bikes." By Greg Kaplan (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Greg Kaplan) ERE Research - Genus tubeless tires "The 28mm tubeless-ready Genus CCX tires are well worth having a look at. Light, fast, and with surprisingly supple road feel they have got me thinking about tire selection… again." By Rob Arnold (ridemedia.com.au) (Image Credit not Found) Zipp Super-9 TT Disc Wheel Goes Faster with New Lighter, Wider, Hookless Tubeless Tech "While it looks quite similar on the outside, there’s plenty of new tech in the updated Super-9 Disc wheel to make you go faster." By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) (Photo Nils Nilsen/Zipp) HiRide Sterra Suspension Fork Review: Is 20mm Travel Enough For Gravel? "The HiRide Sterra is a suspension fork that blends perfectly into the gravel bike aesthetic." by Krzysztof Wierzbicki (cyclingabout.com) Image: Legend by Bertoletti The Specialized Creo 2 electric road and gravel bike has gone alloy "Mid-drive drop bar eBike costs a grand less than its carbon sibling." By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo by Specialized Paid Subscription
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April 18,
2024
World Tour Promotion-Relegation Rankings "The relegation contest is raging and if it’s not front page news, well you’re already reading a niche blog about the sport so you’ll probably be thinking of this contest when looking at results in the coming months." (inrng.com) (Image credit: ASO) Jan Tratnik set to move from Visma Lease a Bike to Bora Hansgrohe "Slovenian to follow Primož Roglič to German squad in 2025." By Daniel Benson (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Injured Wout van Aert apologizes to 'all those I gave sh*t to for using spacers under their stems' "The Belgian has taken to using them himself - at least for now." By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images / Jasper Jacobs) The new Trek CarBack radar and light vs the Garmin Varia "A look at how each device looks out for you." By Matthew Pioro (road.cc) Photo by: Matt Stetson POC Procen Air, Mini Aero Road Helmet Makes You Faster, But Not Full Dark Helmet: A Review "POC’s all-new Procen Air aero road helmet takes obvious design cues from time trial. But it dials it back just a notch, to blur those aerodynamic lines enough to drop back into all-rounder road bike riding versatility." By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) Time releases "lightest road pedals" yet and revamps range with new looks "The XPRO pedals now have three spindle lengths and new aesthetics." By Suvi Loponen (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Canyon Endurace CF SLX 8 AXS Aero - All in the name of speed and distance? "The Canyon Endurace CF SLX 8 AXS Aero features that classic Canyon look, with added comfort, and a super-clean monocoque cockpit." By Martin Staffa (granfondo-cycling.com) Photo: Jam Richter Race
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Tour of the Alps: Juan Pedro López takes solo victory, race lead on stage 3 "Pellizzarri and Foss round out the podium in Schwaz." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) 'It was one of the hardest days of my life' - Rain and cold lay waste to Tour of the Alps "Juanpe López takes stage three victory, while Geraint Thomas finishes three minutes down in inclement Austrian weather." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) 21 things you didn't know about Peter Sagan "The many sides to the veteran Slovak star - and there are many - unveiled" By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Jasper Jacobs / Getty Images) Trek RSL Knit Road Cycling Shoes "Minimalist knitted shoes that deliver astonishing foot retention combined with real comfort - best for warm, dry days." By Jez Ash (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Shimano patents hint at fully wireless groupsets "Newly published patents suggest both derailleurs will get their own batteries and they’ll interact wirelessly - possibly in a gravel-focused groupset first." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Paid Subscription
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2024 Tour of the Alps Live Stream "2024 Tour of the Alps April 15-19, Italy, Stage 3 (Schwaz → Schwaz, 124.8km). Live
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April 17,
2024
La Flèche Wallonne: Stevie Williams wins atop Mur de Huy in apocalyptic conditions "In the toughest edition of the race seen in decades, wind, rain and snow make for an attritional affair, as Kévin Vauquelin and Maxim Van Gils finish second and third." By George Poole (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Hailstones, echelons and a Welsh hero: The wildest edition of La Flèche Wallonne "Stevie Williams took victory with a perfectly-timed attack on the Mur de Huy after one of the most attritional races of the season." By Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) Photos: ASO/Gaeten Flamme Opinion: We can all learn lessons in perseverance from Kasia Niewiadoma "The Canyon//SRAM rider's Flèche Wallonne win has been a long time coming." By Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) Photos: ASO/Billy Ceusters 'Sometimes I don't know what's happening' - How a Kiwi ended up on a legendary Basque team "James Fouché is one of just a handful of overseas cyclists to ever ride for Euskaltel Euskadi" By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Luis Gomez / Sprint Cycling Agency) Lizzie Deignan: Lidl Trek rider 'pushing through pain' after injury "Britain's Lizzie Deignan says she has been "told to push through pain" to get mobility back after breaking her arm." Matt Warwick (BBC Sport) (Image credit: Getty Images) 7 steps you must not forget when preparing your bike for spring - By a mechanic "Mechanic to pros and amateurs alike, Glen Whittington shares his tips for the successful de-hibernation of your bike." By Glen Whittington via cyclingweekly.com(Image credit: Future) The Kona Ouroboros gravel bike may look like an old-school MTB with drop bars but it's way more than just a retro throwback "Kona's latest three-model gravel platform features an all-new carbon frame, top-end spec and a "design built around mountain bike components." By Paul Brett (bikeperfect.com) (Image credit: Kona) Pas Normal Mechanism x Fizik Carbon Road Shoe Collab Crafts Shiny Silver Slippers "Pas Normal has paired up with Fizik, to create a flashy new set of premium shiny silver carbon-soled road bike shoes." By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) (Image Credit not Found) 2024 Fleche Wallonne Live Stream "2024 La Fleche Wallonne April 17, Belgium (Charleroi → Huy, 198.6km). Live
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La Flèche Wallonne: Kasia Niewiadoma takes long-awaited victory on Mur de Huy "Polish rider outclimbs Demi Vollering and Elisa Longo Borghini to take first road victory in nearly five years." By Matilda Price (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Wout van Aert rides 111km on Zwift as recovery continues from fractures "Visma Lease a Bike rider was ruled out of the Giro d'Italia last week to recover from fractures, but starts clocking up virtual kilometers in the saddle." By George Poole (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Simon Yates contract discussions central to Jayco AlUla's transfer strategy "Australian team hope to retain their leader as they look to bridge towards the Luke Plapp era." By Daniel Benson (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Getting ready for the big ride "An 8 week guide to preparing for the event of the summer." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) ENVE becomes latest brand to offer wheelsets with Classified’s Powershift hub "Classified's Powershift hub gearing will be available on a range of ENVE wheelsets, as well as full bike builds." By Tom Hallam-Gravells (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © Classified Cycling hacks on a budget: our top everyday alternatives to expensive cycling kit "Want to upgrade your bike, kit or clothing but a little startled by the cost of it all? Here are some cheaper, everyday alternatives to spendy bike products to keep you riding for less." By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) (Image Credit not Found) Paid Subscription
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2024 Fleche Wallonne Féminine Live Stream "2024 La Fleche Wallonne Féminine April 17, Belgium (Huy → Huy, 146km). Live
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Tour of the Alps: Alessandro De Marchi blows up the early break to win stage 2 "Italian drops Patrick Gamper and Simon Pellaud after Ineos Grenadiers stop leading the chase." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Redlands Bicycle Classic: Roldan Wins Redlands Finale for Cynisca Cycling "Mara Roldan embraced her breakaway companion, Jenaya Francis of TaG Cycling, celebrating another win for Cynisca Cycling at the Redlands Bicycle Classic finale on the Sunset Loop." (socalcycling.com) (Credits not Found) It’s time for riders to stop celebrating before they reach the finish line "In the light of yet another rider celebrating too early at the weekend, is it time to simply cross the line first?" By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Michael Woods out of Ardennes Classics due to effects of recent virus "Canadian is often a podium contender but switches focus to Giro d'Italia." By Joseph Lycett (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Luc Claessen/Velo Collection via Getty Images via cyclingnews.com WorldTour pro Michael Barry on performance and the power meter "How the advances of data have helped…and hindered the sport." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Ignite Cycling Unpacking All Of The Demi Vollering Transfer Rumors "The skilled cyclist is set to leave Team SD Worx ProTime at the end of 2024, sparking many rumors about where she might go next." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Image Credit not Found) Paid Subscription
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2024 Tour of the Alps Live Stream "2024 Tour of the Alps April 15-19, Italy, Stage 2 (Salurn/Salorno → Stans, 189.1km). Live
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April 16,
2024
The most unpredictable edition of Flèche Wallonne ever? "Why this year’s men’s and women’s races are some of the most open races in history." By Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) (Photo by Zac Williams/SWpix.com) Jonas Vingegaard leaves the hospital 12 days after Basque Country crash "Tour de France champion gives the thumbs-up as he says 'it's time to fully recover again." By Patrick Fletcher (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © X / Visma Lease a Bike Two wins in two days for Ineos Grenadiers: 'Like waiting for a bus and two come along at once' "Geraint Thomas and Luke Rowe revel in an upturn of results for the British WorldTeam, as Tom Pidcock and Tobias Foss deliver back-to-back victories." By George Poole (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) British talent Anna Shackley forced to retire at 22 with heart arrhythmia "Scot had ridden for SD Worx Protime for three seasons, but had not competed since her diagnosis in January" By George Poole (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Pro Log: Lorena Wiebes celebrates too early as Marianne Vos and Tom Pidcock kick off Ardennes Week with Amstel Gold Race wins "Ardennes Week got under way at Amstel Gold Race with some very tight finishes." By Robyn Davidson (cyclist.co.uk) Marcel van Hoorn/ANP via Getty Images Remember that mono-strapped Canyon helmet? We've tried out a prototype, and it's unlike any other bike helmet we've used before "New strap system aims to reduce brain injuries with new tech designed to make helmets easy to adjust and wear correctly, says HighBar the brand that created it." By Suvi Loponen (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Insta360 X4 action camera first look – 360-degree action camera goes 8K, but does bigger always mean better? "Higher video quality, a larger battery, and increased durability all make the X4 technically better, but it's not that simple." By Graham Cottingham (bikeperfect.com) (Image: © Graham Cottingham) Check out the 2014 GT Grade, the first purpose-built carbon gravel bike - complete with 28mm tires! "Find out why this bike was so important in the gravel market, and how tech has changed over the past decade." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Column
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10 riders to watch at La Flèche Wallonne "From Vollering and Pidcock to the outsiders, here's our look at the names who could shine on the slopes of the Mur de Huy." By Daniel Benson (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) 'We're fighting all the time to be in front' - Is cycling more dangerous nowadays? We asked the pros "We need to show some good sense and realize that it's not worth winning at any price,' said one rider." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Snatching defeat from the jaws of victory - When cycling celebrations go wrong "From Wout van Aert and Julian Alaphilippe to amateur gaffes at local races, bike racing has a rich history of leaving would-be winners red-faced." By Dan Alexander (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Vingegaard Tour De France Defense In Doubt "Vingegaard, until it’s known that he won’t be riding in this year’s race, will still be the one to beat in the eyes of most, potentially so, even if he’s not 100%. " (pezcyclingnews.com) (Credits not Found) Sold out already: Decathlon opens pre-order for Van Rysel RCR Pro Replica bike "One of the hottest bikes in the WorldTour became available for consumers to purchase this morning, but the pre-orders are already closed." By Alex Hunt (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © Van Rysel Complete guide to road bike groupsets 2024 "A guide to Shimano, SRAM and Campagnolo’s groupset hierarchies, plus how to choose between disc or rim brakes and electronic or mechanical shifting." By Tom Hallam-Gravells (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: GCN Power guide: What are the advantages of pedal power meters? "Comparing pedal-based options to the competition." (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Credits not Found) Launching its new Invert model, Cane Creek bizarrely claim to have invented the "world's first gravel fork" eight years after everyone else "The US brand's new inverted fork is lightweight, comes with two travel options and some very cool tech." By Paul Brett (bikeperfect.com) (Image credit: Cane Creek) Race
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