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February 9,
2024
Tour de la Provence: Mads Pedersen makes it two for two on stage 1 "Lidl Trek rider extends his lead on rainy stage to Martigues." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Remco Evenepoel, Sepp Kuss and Adam Yates to make season debuts this weekend "Several top riders starting 2024 campaigns in Portugal, Spain and Oman - here's our guide to who is racing where." By George Poole (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Luke Plapp: Last year I wasn’t given the chance to be a leader enough "‘Refreshed’ Australian looking towards Paris Nice, Giro d’Italia and discovering his strengths in 2024 after Ineos Grenadiers departure." By Matilda Price (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Con Chronis via cyclingnews.com) I crashed my bike and broke my face in three places - My helmet might have saved my life "With a plate in my cheek, I'll be back on the roads soon." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Tom Davidson / UCI TCL) Kerstperiode, Couture and Kilts Photo Gallery Part 2 "This is part two of my ‘Kerstperiode, Couture and Kilts’ photo gallery. (The kilts are in part one). Including street style shots from the SS24 shows at Paris Fashion Week." By John Thomson (pezcyclingnews.com) Photos: John Thomson Paris 2024 Olympic medals to feature pieces of the Eiffel Tower "Each medal for the Games will incorporate a hexagonal piece of iron taken from the heart of the famous monument." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Paris 2024 TOOT Ashaa RR Ultra-Aero Road Bars Beat UCI Turned-In Lever Rule in Steel, Ti, or Carbon "Puppy paws & turned-in levers are out, but ultra-narrow super-aero bars are in - and TRed's TOOT Racing has a UCI-compliant Ashaa RR solution." By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) (Photo/Cory Benson) Paid Subscription
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Stage
1 starts Friday (Aix-en-Provence →
Martigues, 157.2km).
Live
video from 2:00pm CET (8:20am U.S. Eastern), 5:20am Pacific.
The
race will be shown on FloBikes starting at 4:50am Pacific."
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February
9, 2024
Tour Colombia: Mark Cavendish pips Gaviria for stage 4 victory "Contreras remains in race lead." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Gonzalez Goes To Trial, Questions For Quintana "Nairo Quintana’s doctor is to face trial this September following police raids at the 2020 Tour de France." (inrng.com) (Credits not Found) Pauline Ferrand-Prévot will test Ineos’ true commitment to women’s cycling "Multiple world champion on the market with new agent and road return on the horizon." By Daniel Benson (globalcyclingnetwork.com)© UCI Mountain Bike World Series Tweets of the week: Mark Cavendish takes mid-race selfie with fan "It was photo time at the Tour Colombia in another wild week on social media." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Watch Zoe Bäckstedt tear up when Tom Pidcock surprises her with special gift "The two world champions shared an emotional moment on Tuesday." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Zwift Lays off 100+, co-CEO Resigns, Zwift Hub Series Discontinued "Despite Zwift just announcing the new jointly-launched Wahoo KICKR CORE Zwift One trainer, this hasn’t been a strong week for Zwift as a company. In fact, it’s arguably been the worst week the company has had in its history." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker) Do cyclists spend too much money on upgrades? "Cyclists are always splurging their money on fancy new equipment in an attempt to go faster, but is it a waste of money?" By Tom Hallam-Gravells (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: GCN Daysaver Launches New Generation of Essential8 & Coworking5 Multi-Tools "The Swiss brand has further perfected its high-end multitool and multitool extension based on collaboration with its customers." Press Release (pinkbike.com) (Image Credit not Found) Is expensive bike clothing actually worth paying for? "Wolf fleeces versus $330 jackets in part one of Guy Kesteven's winter of exposure experiments." By Guy Kesteven (bikeperfect.com) (Image credit: GuyKesTV) Dwars Door Vlaanderen 2024: Team Lineups Announced for Spring Classic "The cycling world is gearing up for another thrilling edition of Dwars Door Vlaanderen, slated for March 27th." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Image Credit not Found) Paid Subscription
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Stage
4 Friday (Paipa →
Zipaquirá, 181.8km).
Live
video from 10:30am local, 8:30am Pacific."
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February 9,
2024
UAE Tour Women: Lorena Wiebes doubles up with stage 2 sprint win "Chiara Consonni comes close in second, Clara Copponi takes third." By Matilda Price (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © Sprint Cycling Agency / RCS Rigoberto Urán bathes in vinegar, dermatologists are flummoxed "Is their any proven benefit to the Colombian's post-ride ritual?" By Patrick Fletcher (globalcyclingnetwork.com)© RCN / Buen Día Colombia 'Sex sells' is dead - Long live sausage legs and the joy of riding "The cycling media landscape has changed, and while relics of the past still linger, a new generation of cyclist is seeking a different representation." By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Rapha x Outdoors Voices, Marzocchi, Muc Off) How to set your road bike's saddle height "Saddle position has a big impact on pedalling efficiency and injury prevention, so it's important to get it right." By Tom Hallam-Gravells (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: GCN Tifosi Sledge sunglasses review - Versatile specs for all light conditions "Good looking specs with three included lenses and a bargain price." By Richard Owen (bikeperfect.com) (Image credit: Rich Owen) In the Drops: Innovative pedals, bright bright lights, a racy but comfy jacket and The Bear "Magped’s magnetic pedals, Ravemen's lairy lights and Castelli's Alpha Flight RoS jacket are In the Drops." By Sam Challis (cyclist.co.uk) Photo: Sam Challis FLR F-XX Knit shoes "Light and breathable shoes ideal for hot conditions, though the single-dial closure won’t suit all." By Ed Morgan (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) How to install tubeless tires: Pro tips for fitting tubeless road, gravel and MTB tires "Video and detailed step-by-step guide to make the process painless." By Joseph Delves and Stu Bowers (cyclist.co.uk) Photo: Cyclist Paid Subscription
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Stage
2 Friday (Al Mirfa Bab Al Nojoum› →
Madinat Zayed, 113km).
Live
video from 2:50pm local (5:50am U.S. Eastern), 2:50am
Pacific.
The race will be shown on Max(?) and on FloBikes starting at 2:50am Pacific."
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February 8,
2024
Tour de la Provence: Mads Pedersen dominates 5km Marseille prologue TT "Jakob Söderqvist and Sam Watson only riders to finish within ten seconds of Dane." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Home, hopes and high mountains: Go inside Sepp Kuss's world as the Vuelta champion gives an all-access interview "Rather than seeking leadership opportunities at lesser teams, Kuss embraces being "second card" for Visma Lease a Bike." By Anne-Marije Rook (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) De Ronde dreams, a season without Van Vleuten, and Tour wins: Why this could be Emma Norsgaard’s best year yet "The Movistar rider is not new to the women’s peloton, but with Annemiek van Vleuten now retired, there are more opportunities up for grabs this season." Words: India Paine (rouleur.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Mountain biker turns $120,000 Tesla Cybertruck into makeshift ramp for a series of wince-inducing stunts "MTB stunt rider, Christian Peper, pulls off a series of tricks onto and off the Tesla." By Richard Owen (bikeperfect.com) (Image credit: Tesla) SRAM looks to bring solar charging for AXS batteries to fenders and bottle cages "AXS users could soon be charging spare batteries whenever their bike is in daylight." By Alex Hunt (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © SRAM/USPTO Titici Alloi AND Italian Aluminum Gravel Bike Updated with Killer Ano Finish, Bigger Tires! "Italian framebuilder Titici gives new life to their flat toptube aluminum Alloi gravel bike with a uniquely beautiful and protective silver anodized finish." By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) Paid Subscription
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Prologue
starts Thursday (Marseille → Marseille, 5km).
Live
video from 2:00pm CET (8:00am U.S. Eastern), 5:00am Pacific.
The
race will be shown on FloBikes starting at 4:50am Pacific."
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February
8, 2024
Tour Colombia: Alejandro Osorio wins stage 3 in Tunja "Contreras moves into yellow in Tunja, as Uran and Bernal come to the fore on demanding circuit." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Banned tech: 10 things the UCI has outlawed over the years "From Spinaci bars and Spinergy wheels to the latest aero hacks, cycling’s governing body has never been shy about regulating equipment in the professional peloton." By Alex Hunt (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: GCN World No.1 Lead-Out Man Michael Mørkøv Talks Sprinting! "It has been said by many people that Michael Mørkøv is the best lead-out man in the peloton and if Mark Cavendish thinks so, then it must be true." By Alastair Hamilton (pezcyclingnews.com) Photo: Alastair Hamilton Cannondale SuperSix EVO Hi-Mod 1 review: A bike for racing - And everything else "The SuperSix is just as at home in the WorldTour as it is on local lanes and all-day adventures." Words: Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) Photos: Alessandra Bucci Cyclist hit by Waymo driverless car in San Francisco "The incident occurred when a cyclist followed a truck through a junction, and has sparked a regulatory review." By James Howell-Jones (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Source: Waymo Cowboy expands at-home eBike services to more riders "On-Demand dispatches technicians to your doorstep to perform ad-hoc services like bike setup, puncture repair, and child seat installation." By Thomas Ricker (theverge.com) Image: Cowboy Paid Subscription
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Stage
3 Thursday (Tunja →
Tunja, 141.9km).
Live
video from 10:30am local, 8:30am Pacific."
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February 8,
2024
UAE Tour Women: Lorena Wiebes wins stage 1 in expected bunch sprint "SD Worx Protime rider looks as dominant as ever following a strong lead-out by world champion Lotte Kopecky." By George Poole (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: Sprint Cycling Agency Patrick Lefevere wishes Remco Evenepoel had targeted Giro d'Italia this season "Soudal Quick Step team boss would have liked the Belgian to ride both the Giro and Tour de France to alleviate pressure, but decision was made by team coaches." By George Poole (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (photo: cycling.today) How to stream pro cycling from the US this season: Your complete guide "Without GCN+, it may now require a few more streaming service subscriptions, but you can still catch all the pro cycling action this year." By Kristin Jenny (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Using a smart fan totally changed my indoor training workouts "A great way to keep your cool and dry when you’re on the trainer." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) How to increase your average speed "Get fast or waste time and money trying. Strategies and upgrades for going quicker on your bike." (cyclist.co.uk) (Credits not Found) Sometimes we all need a reminder that cycling is for everyone "The latest offensive poster from the E3 race caused outrage on social media, but is the sport doing enough to promote inclusivity?" By Daniel Benson (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © Olivia Coukham / ALL IN Racing Paid Subscription
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Stage
1 Thursday (Dubai Miracle Garden → Dubai Harbour, 122km).
Live
video from 2:50pm local (5:50am U.S. Eastern), 2:50am
Pacific.
The race will be shown on Max(?) and on FloBikes starting at 2:50am Pacific."
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February 7,
2024
Laura Verdonschot scores a 'big victory' in Maldegem "With most of the top ladies skipping the Maldegem Exact Cross, it was Laura Verdonschot's chance to prove her worth." By Ondrej Zhasil (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) Eli Iserbyt wins the Exact Cross Maldegem ahead of Michael Vanthourenhout "Victory of Eli Iserbyt in the Exact Cross Maldegem pro ahead of Michael Vanthourenhout in the first race of the cyclocross calendar after the World Cup won by Mathieu van der Poel." By Juan Larra (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) SD Worx Protime: We want to keep Demi Vollering but not for a blank check "Team boss Danny Stam only has three riders officially signed for 2025, but is hoping to hold onto star riders." By Daniel Benson (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Dario Belingheri/Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Ask a coach: 'I don't have time for endurance rides at the weekend - How can I build up to a 100-mile event?' "With a focus on quality rather than quantity, four hours of training during the week is enough to make riding a century an enjoyable experience rather than a feat of endurance." By Alex Welburn (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future) Wahoo and Zwift team up to offer Wahoo Kickr Core Zwift One indoor trainer "This is the latest collaboration between the two giants of the indoor training world, bringing virtual shifting to the Wahoo Kickr Core." By Alex Hunt (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © Zwift American Crit racer Frank Travieso receives 6-motnh ban for use of ephedrine "After investigating, USADA determined that Travieso was using a medication containing ephedrine, which he obtained over the counter at the direction of a physician, but he lacked a valid Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE)." By Ondrej Zhasil (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: USADA Maximum flow for maximum speed? Miche Kleos RD carbon wheels "The Miche Kleos RD wheelset promises the ultimate in flow and performance thanks to its sexy looks and ceramic bearings!" By Martin Staffa (granfondo-cycling.com) Photo: Martin Staffa Gusset Slim Jim Nylon flat pedal review - Synthetic trail flat with a hint of zest "Rocking an identical shape to the top-end aluminum pedal but sporting a synthetic chassis, the Slim Jim Nylon is Gusset’s entry-level platform pedal. But in a crowded market can this slimline trail shredder hit the sweet spot, or does it leave a bitter aftertaste?" By Paul Burwell (bikeperfect.com) (Image: © Paul Burwell) Paid Subscription
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2024 Exact Cross Cyclocross Maldegem, Belgium Live "Exact Cross Cyclocross Maldegem, Belgium (Wednesday). Elite
Women at 13:45 CET, 7:45am ET, 4:45am Pacific.
Elite
Men at 15:00 CET, 9:00am ET, 6:00am Pacific.
The race will be shown on FloBikes starting at 4:25am Pacific." (cyclingfans.com) (Credits not
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February
7, 2024
Tour Colombia: Harold Tejada wins stage 2 in kick to line ahead of Piccolo and Sevilla "Astana rider moves into GC lead after first professional victory." By Juan Larra (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Photo by Luis Acosta / AFP / Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Tom Pidcock broke a famous Strava KOM but deleted it…so did it really happen? "The MTB world champ broke Juan Ayuso Pesquera's record on a tough climb in Spain." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Alex Whitehead/SWPix.com/Strava) Kuurne Brussels Kuurne 2024: Route, TV times, and all you need to know "Key information on the 2024 Kuurne Brussels Kuurne cobbled Classic on Sunday, February 25th." By Flo Clifford (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found) Lefevere questions idea of shortening Grand Tours and allowing rider substitutions "With this rule you would wipe away the entire history of the Grand Tours' says Soudal Quick Step boss." By Marcos Bertelli (thecyclingpost.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) 5 wild ways substitute riders in the Tour de France could completely change racing "The Movistar boss said riders should be swapped in Grand Tours, so here’s how to take that even further " By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) UAE Tour Women 2024: Route, TV and everything you need to know "Key information about the 2024 UAE Tour Women, which takes place from 8th-11th of February." By Robyn Davidson (cyclist.co.uk) Giro d'Italia Waymo driverless car strikes bicyclist in San Francisco "The incident is currently under investigation, San Francisco police say." By Andrew J. Hawkins (theverge.com) Photo by JASON HENRY/AFP via Getty Images 6x World Champ Mathieu van der Poel’s Canyon Inflite “CFR” - CX Pro Bike Check "Mathieu van der Poel’s bikes are near the top of our most-covered Pro Bike Checks’ list, and he gets another one with a new Canyon Inflite “CFR." By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) Strength training for cyclists: is it worth it? "Many cyclists dislike strength training, but it can have a positive impact on performance as well as helping to reduce the risk of injuries." By Tom Hallam-Gravells (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: GCN Park Tool Announces New eBike Specific Tools "eBike-specific saddles and shoes may not have much merit, but eBikes do have specific needs, especially when it comes to tools." By Matt Beer (pinkbike.com) (Image Credit not Found) Paid Subscription
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Stage
2 Wednesday (Paipa →
Santa Rosa de Viterbo, 168.6km)
Live
video from 10:30am local, 7:30am Pacific."
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February 7,
2024
Antwan Tolhoek tests positive for anabolic androgenic steroids "Dutchman provisionally suspended after out-of-competition test on November 27." By Bram van der Ploeg (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Stat Attack: Does pro cycling really need saving? "Despite the latest push for a new financial model, the numbers show there's more stability than ever." Cillian Kelly (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: GCN Military service, football trials and emulating Tadej Pogačar: Meet UAE’s new wonderkid, Jan Christen "The 19-year-old rider is confident in his abilities to not only help the big guys win the big races but win them himself." Words: Chris Marshall-Bell (rouleur.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Our 6 best 'bang for your buck' bike upgrades "Upgrading your road bike doesn't have to cost a fortune, here are some of the best value ways to take your bike to the next level." By Alex Hunt (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © Marc Kitteringham 2015 Can you trust TPU tubes in a pinch? What to know about cycling’s newest tube type: A deep dive on a thorny topic "For riders who have accepted tubeless into their lives, TPU tubes may not be very compelling. For the unconverted, however, they’re worth exploring, with a few caveats." By Tyler Boucher (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Tyler Boucher) Italy lifts ban on hypobaric chambers "The use of the hypobaric chamber is not prohibited; the athlete who resorts to this practice must remain under the strict supervision of the sports doctor before and after using the hypobaric chamber." By Carlos Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) How to prepare for an event: 19 questions answered "Got a sportive or multi-day cycling event booked this year? We asked coach and event organizer Andy Cook how to prepare for the big day(s)" By David Kenning (cyclist.co.uk) Photo: Andrew Grant / Cyclist K-Edge HMS Max XL Combo Mount "Great mount, but equally good alternatives are available at less than half the price." By Iwein Dekoninck (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) The Best Bike Chain Lubes of 2024 "There are few, if any, components on your bike that work as hard as your chain does, and keeping it clean and well lubricated can help it run smooth and quiet, extend the lifespan of your drivetrain, and help improve your efficiency." By Bennett Shane and Molly Hurford (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) Burning Question: Where Do Wheel Component Manufacturers Stand on Tire Inserts? "The majority of readers said they didn't use inserts because they were heavy, costly, and to be fair, they're challenging to install and remove." By Matt Beer (pinkbike.com) A love letter to my Pendleton "I affectionately named you Jeanie, with you, I enjoy life to the fullest." (Image credit: Emmie Harrison-West) Paid Subscription
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