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UAE Tour stage 3: Ben O'Connor wins atop Jebel Jais "Jay Vine finishes second to move into race lead as Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale execute perfect attack on climb." By Daniel Benson (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: Tim de Waele/Velo Collection via Getty Images Concussion confirmed for Adam Yates following UAE Tour crash "The Briton, a major favorite to win the race overall, crashed with just over 30 kilometers to go. At the moments that followed and after he got off the bike he didn't show signs of being healthy and fully stable." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Tim de Waele/Velo Collection via Getty Images Why Adam Yates’ UAE Tour crash should raise more concern over concussion protocol in pro cycling "The UAE Team Emirates rider continued to ride for 40 kilometers before abandoning the race with concussion symptoms." By Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) (Image credit: Getty Images) A team reborn: Inside Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale’s Jebel Jais genius "It was a masterclass from the French team on the first mountain top finish of the 2024 UAE Tour and it comes after an off-season of big changes." By Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Unbound Gravel heads to Europe with its first-ever qualifying event in Belgium "Don't feel lucky enough to chance the Unbound Gravel Lottery? Here's a different way to score a race entry" By Kristin Jenny (cyclingweekly.com)(Image credit: Snowy Mountain Photography) Pearson Forge 2024 "Fast and reactive road bike in a regular-rider-focused geometry." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) First ride: Tern Orox "A behemoth of a bike that's loads of fun and very capable... do you really need one?" By Dave Atkinson (ebiketips.road.cc) photos by dave atkinson Paid Subscription
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2024 UAE Tour Live "2024 UAE Tour February 19-25, United Arab Emirates. Stage 3 (Al Marjan Island → Jebel Jais, 176km) Live
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Patrick Lefevere hits out at Julian Alaphilippe: Too many parties, too much alcohol "If you mess up one more time, I'll fire you on the spot’ Soudal Quick Step boss tells French rider." By Daniel Benson (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © Justin Setterfield / Velo Collection via Getty Images The 2024 Points Race "We’re in Year 2 of the three year World Tour promotion and relegation cycle. Here’s a look at the current standings and the challenges for some teams." (inrng.com) (Credits not Found) Who has spent the least time in the Tour de France malliot jaune? "We all know the big stats – that Eddy Merckx leads the way with having recorded 111 stages in the Tour de France leader’s jersey, the malliot jaune." (sicycle.wordpress.com) (Credits not Found) ENVE SES Tubeless Road Tires Add 33 & 35mm Widths "Both new sizes will come in black and tan sidewall options, and they carry the same $75 price point." By Tyler Benedict (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) Emily Bridges accuses Rishi Sunak of “normalizing violence against trans people”, as she prepares for British Cycling legal challenge "Bridges claims British Cycling’s decision to ban transgender women from female events “violated” her human rights, but conceded that “elite sport is over for me." By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (Instagram) Chris Froome, Alberto Contador, Remco Evenepoel and Julian Alaphillipe are leading BKOOL virtual rides "Hundreds of amateurs all over the world trained with some of cycling’s biggest superstars on online cycling platform." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: BKOOL Product review: Bikey Wipes - Cleaning your bike, made easy "Bikey Wipes is a young Australian company which has a range of environmentally-friendly cleaning solutions for your bike and drive-train." Words and photos by Rob Arnold (ridemedia.com.au) Polygon Tambora Flips Between Road & Gravel Geometry "With a clever set of flip chips for both axles, the new Polygon Tambora all-road bike can turn into a gravel bike and back, giving you two bikes in one." By Tyler Benedict (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) Why bigger is better when it comes to time trial chainrings "It isn’t just a case of riders wanting faster gears. There are real performance gains to be had from fitting giant chainrings." By Alex Hunt (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: GCN Aleck Punks, wireless and hands free communication for your bike ride "These clever little Punks allow you to communicate with your ride partners, take calls and listen to music." By Paul Horta-Hopkins (cycletechreview.com) Reynolds ATRx wheels review - A fast and light option for the smoother end of the gravel spectrum "A fast, reliable setup that suits the more asphalt-biased gravel riders, these wheels work well with narrower tires across a broad range of terrain." By Neal Hunt (bikeperfect.com) (Image credit: Neal Hunt) Paid Subscription
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February
21, 2024
Omloop Het Nieuwsblad Preview: The First Big Battle of 2024 "The cobbles start here." By Alastair Hamilton (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) 'I got the dreaded uh-oh email from Strava... he took my KOM by 15 seconds' - Phil Gaimon wins battle over world's hardest segment "American holds 249 watts on grueling five-hour Mauna Kea effort to reclaim crown." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Lotte Kopecky extends with SD Worx Protime until 2028 "World champion commits long-term future to team after speculation." By Matilda Price (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: Dario Belingheri / Velo Collection via Getty Images Mark Cavendish eyes Tour de France record as Red Bull set to join peloton "Cavendish could finally break the Tour's stage wins record he shares with the legendary Eddy Merckx this year." (sports.yahoo.com) (Credits not Found) Pro bike: Team TotalEnergies' Enve Melee debuts with an all-Enve build "Enve raises the stakes in the pro ranks, deploying its striking-looking Melee frame for the first time, along with almost every other component in TotalEnergies' setup." Words: Simon Smythe (rouleur.cc) Photos: James Startt Kinesis Tripster AT gets a revamp, unreleased FFWD wheels, Santini launches unisex clothing range, a 'Super Extreme' Abus bike lock + more cool things from COREbike "If you haven't quite got £4,300 for those very snazzy new Mavic wheels, you're in luck! Here are some more of our top picks from the 2024 COREbike show." By Suvi Loponen (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Bike lanes grow in popularity once they are installed, study finds - But policymakers warned that “paternalistic” promotion of active travel heightens opposition "The report called on policymakers to “pre-bunk common misconceptions” about bike lanes." By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) copyright Simon MacMichael El Tour de Tucson: Routes, History and Winners "El Tour de Tucson is one of America’s most prestigious cycling events, drawing thousands of cyclists nationwide." (pezcyclingnews.com) (Credits not Found) How to adjust headset bearings "The Cyclist guide to diagnosing problems with headset bearings." By Joseph Delves (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found) Limited Edition Alchemist eeBrakes in Gold & Silver "Blending bright gold and silver anodizing, these use their same multi-linkage design to provide power stopping if you’re still on rim brakes." By Tyler Benedict (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) Paid Subscription
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February
20, 2024
UAE Tour stage 2: Brandon McNulty wins time trial as UAE Team Emirates go 1-2-3 "American takes race lead ahead of Jay Vine and Mikkel Bjerg as Emirati team dominate on 12.1km course." By Matilda Price (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: Tim de Waele/Velo Collection via Getty Images ‘We’ve increased our level again’ - Mauro Gianetti on UAE Team Emirates' dominance in the desert, time trial gains and challenging Visma Lease a Bike "It’s a one, two, three for UAE in their home race - the type of result that their Italian team manager argues is a result of big investment and hard work." By Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Patrick Lefevere: Tim Merlier is a calmer sprinter than Jasper Philipsen "Soudal Quick-Step team boss praises his star sprinter after stage 1 victory at UAE Tour." By George Poole (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: Tim de Waele/Velo Collection via Getty Images Teams Confirmed for Strongest Ever 2024 Ford RideLondon Classique "The anticipation is building as the Ford RideLondon Classique prepares to welcome the strongest and most competitive field of elite teams in its history for the 2024 edition." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingweekly.com) Panic, washing machines, and creating chaos: How the pros handle crosswinds "Fans might love it when the peloton is forced into echelons, but the riders? Not everyone enjoys the carnage of crosswinds." By Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) Photos: Getty/Dario Belingheri Pro bike: Ben Swift's Pinarello Bolide TT with 66-tooth track chainring "Ineos Grenadiers are using large Digirit track chainrings at the UAE Tour, leading to some interesting set-ups for the stage 2 time trial." By Tom Hallam-Gravells (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: GCN Heroad is an Italian 3D printing company that will immortalize your cycling achievements in 3D! "Heroad produces a library of well known climbs, races and indeed, entire mountains. These are 3D printed from PLA (Polylactic Acid) which is made from fermented corn starch." By Paul Horta-Hopkins (cycletechreview.com) (Image Credit not Found) Paid Subscription
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2024 UAE Tour Live "2024 UAE Tour February 19-25, United Arab Emirates. Stage 2 ITT (Al Hudayriyat Island → Al Hudayriyat Island, 12.1km) Live
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20, 2024
Bob Jungels targets Tour de France super domestique role for Primož Roglič "Luxembourg rider will mix Classics and stage races for Bora Hansgrohe this spring." By Daniel Benson (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © Dario Belingheri / Velo Collection via Getty Images What’s the point in keeping a bike launch secret when everyone already knows about it? "The Factor Ostro was teased for a couple of months ahead of its release, but hardly subtly. Why?" By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Four-day Tour of Britain Women appears on UCI calendar for 2024 "British Cycling working towards hosting race in spot formerly filled by Women’s Tour." By Matilda Price (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © Justin Setterfield / Velo Collection via Getty Images O Gran Camino 2024 - Uijtdebroeks debuts alongside Kelderman and Vingegaard "Jonas Vingegaard once again headlines the field at O Gran Camino in Northern Spain." By Hendrik Boermans (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit Bram Berkien) Campagnolo launches Ekar GT gravel groupset to appeal to a wider range of riders "The 13-speed gravel groupset features wider gear and component spec as part of a more affordable option, along with new gravel-specific Zonda wheels." By Alex Hunt (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © Campagnolo Favero Assioma Pro MX MTB (SPD) Power Meter In-Depth Review "Favero has finally officially announced their new SPD Favero Assioma variant, called the Favero Assioma Pro MX-2 MTB." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker) Vallon Watchtowers - Carl Zeiss lens + recycled fishing nets "Cool styling is one selling point of a new range of cycling sunglasses by Vallon, but there’s a lot more to the story." Words and photos by Rob Arnold (ridemedia.com.au) VeloPac RidePac Max Slim Navy "Well made and effective organization for valuables inside cargo, but needs more water resistance for reliable pocketing." By Steve Williams (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Cycling UK hails "clever" policing after bait bicycle used to track down £130,000 bike theft gang in one shift "Local bike thefts fell by 90 per cent following the arrests, with 11 people now sentenced - the cycling charity encouraging more forces to "sit up and take notice" of "substantial results" from "clever policing" without "massive intelligence or money." By Dan Alexander (road.cc) (City of London Police) Emily Bridges says she will take British Cycling to court if ban on transgender cyclists is not reversed "Cyclist spoke on TV for first time about new regulations since coming into effect." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by:INSTAGRAM Paid Subscription
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February
20, 2024
Pro Log: Five-stage Vuelta a Andalucía reduced to 5km time-trial, Tobias Halland Johannessen celebrates too early at Classic Var, Chris Hoy reveals diagnosis and 100 days to RideLondon "This week's pro cycling news highlights, including the Vuelta a Andalucía being drastically shortened and Lenny Martinez winning Classic Var." By Robyn Davidson (cyclist.co.uk) Sprint Cycling Unsurprising but significant: Data shows bike lanes get people cycling and improve perceptions of public spaces "The findings from a European Cyclists Federation survey may seem intuitive but the hard data will give advocates a platform to push for cycling infrastructure." By James Howell-Jones (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © Transport for London How to convert a road bike to a 1x set-up "Single chainrings are taking over, but the simplicity of the set-up is complicated to achieve when dropping from 2x, so we've got some pointers to follow." By Alex Hunt (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: GCN Garmin Forerunner 165 In-Depth Review "Garmin has just launched their newest running watch, the Forerunner 165. This watch attempts to thread the needle on taking the bulk of the features from the Forerunner 265, and bringing them down to a lower price point of $249." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker) Silca Strip Chip promises one-stop-shop for waxing factory fresh chains "Silca's new chain degreasing squares claim to convert factory grease into binders that combine with wax molecules" By Charlotte Head (cyclist.co.uk) Silca Check out "the lightest angle grinder-resistant lock" infused with diamond, plus £4,300 Mavic wheels + more tech news from Giro, Topeak, SDG + CamelBak "Take a sneak peek at unreleased shoes, leopard-print saddles, and Mavic’s luxury road wheels that are priced at a whopping £4,300." (road.cc) (Credits not Found) KOO Supernova Cycling Sunglasses Review "Lightweight, Wide Field of View, and Extraordinary Lens Clarity." By Sheri Rosenbaum (roadbikerider.com) (Image Credit not Found) How to replace road bike gear cables in 8 steps "Shifting feeling sluggish? Odds are your cables are the culprit, so read our guide on how to replace them." By Joseph Delves (cyclist.co.uk) Check out Burls’ eye-catching new titanium road bike "Essex based titanium bike specialist debuts new model with disc brakes and internal routing, available off the peg or in a custom geometry." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) How to Improve Core Strength for Cycling Power "What is core strength, and how do we build it for on-bike power?" By Menachem Brodie (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Why electric bikes actually give more exercise than regular bikes "Believe it or not, electric bikes offer more exercise than pedal bikes on average. That fact might sound strange, but the science is clear." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Paid Subscription
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February
19, 2024
UAE Tour stage 1: Tim Merlier wins amid huge crash in home straight "Belgian comes out on top in chaotic sprint." By Patrick Fletcher (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: Tim de Waele/Velo Collection via Getty Images Massive crash mars finish of Stage 1 of UAE Tour "Tim Merlier took the win but dozens of riders hit the deck in final 300m." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Mark Cavendish says Astana lead-out 'over-eager but learning' after first UAE Tour sprint "Manx sprinter reflects on opening stage with GCN, as Kazakh side look to gain experience but suffer unfortunate crash of Harold Tejada in finale." By George Poole (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © Maximiliano Blanco/Velo Collection via Getty Images Gaia Realini Extends Contract with Lidl Trek Through 2027 "Since joining Lidl Trek in 2023, Realini has emerged as a formidable force in the world of women’s cycling, showcasing her climbing prowess and securing notable victories on prestigious stages like the Vuelta España Femenina." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) photo: trekbikes.com Jonas Vingegaard Rasmussen becomes Jonas Vingegaard Hansen, taking the last name of his wife Trine Marie Hansen "From now on, the double Tour de France champion will be known as Jonas Vingegaard Hansen, as is already silently confirmed by the UCI website." By Ondrej Zhasil (cyclinguptodate.com) @lucasaganronald Paid Subscription
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2024 UAE Tour Live "2024 UAE Tour February 19-25, United Arab Emirates. Stage 1 (Al Dhafra Walk Madinat Zayed → Liwa, 141km) Live
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Adam Yates: 'We're coming to the UAE Tour with confidence and three options' "Former winner adjusts race program with crosswinds in mind and admits time trial will be hard, but believes past results speak for themselves on Jebel Hafeet." By George Poole (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: Tim de Waele/Velo Collection via Getty Images ‘He’s the fastest in the world’ - Tim Merlier is at the top of his game, but can he reap the rewards at Soudal Quick Step? "No Tour de France starts and a team moving towards a general classification focus, could Merlier find more chances outside of Patrick Lefevere’s squad?" By Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images) "There were so many bodies around that it was like, 'oh, something is going to happen here'" - Mark Cavendish details first-hand account of UAE Tour crash "Despite eventually finishing the stage in 22nd as Tim Merlier took the win, 'The Manx Missile' remains optimistic." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) @AstanaQazTeam Remco Evenepoel and Wout van Aert impress in Portugal ahead of bigger tests "Evenepoel starts season in fine form ahead of Tour de France debut this summer." By Tom Thewlis (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Tobias Foss will use a monster 68-tooth chainring for UAE Tour time trial "Larger chainrings are becoming popular for time trialing but the Norwegian has taken this to the next level with a barely believable 68t chainring." By Tom Hallam-Gravells (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: GCN Cyclist suffers fracture two days after losing race at the finish line "Tobias Johannessen had a weekend to forget. After an early celebration that saw him literally lose at the finish line in the Classic Var, he had his bad luck confirmed in the Tour des Alpes Maritimes, where he suffered a fall that caused a broken collarbone." By Marcos Bertelli (thecyclingpost.com) (Image Credit not Found) Speeco launches revamped version of its aero-optimized handlebar that is UCI-legal (for now) "The Dutch innovator claims the arguably less radical Aero Breakaway Bar (ABB) 2.0 complies with UCI regulations... but how long for?" By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Meet the audaxers "Audax is the bedrock of cycle sport as we know it, but what exactly is it? And what’s the appeal? We gate-crash a Sea Scout hut at 3am to find out." Photo Fergus Coyle "Who has the good legs?" is the new slogan of E3 Saxo Classic after controversial poster was taken offline "Who has the good legs?" is the slogan of the spring classic on X." By Ondrej Zhasil (cyclinguptodate.com) @E3SaxoClassic Paid Subscription
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Shoring up support: Does Soudal Quick Step have enough firepower to help Remco Evenepoel to Tour de France victory? "The Belgian team faced the first test of its mountain support for its GC superstar Evenepoel at the Volta ao Algarve, and there's still plenty to be done before the Tour." By Stephen Puddicombe (rouleur.cc) Photo: Dario Belingheri / Velo Collection via Getty Images Tom Pidcock: I want to make a bigger impression at the Tour de France "Ineos Grenadiers rider set to race Omloop Het Nieuwsblad and Strade Bianche in the coming weeks." By Daniel Benson (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: Dario Belingheri / Velo Collection via Getty Images Should you ride your road bike on gravel? "If you're thinking about heading off the beaten track on your road bike, here’s how far can you push it before things start to break." By James Howell-Jones (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: GCN Photo: GCN There’s No Place Like Home: Return to Sufferlandria "A great event for a good cause that everyone can do, both for its own benefits but also for getting your cycling discipline lined up for the rest of the season." By Leslie Reissner (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Curve Cycling teases Titanosaur gravel bike with 36-inch wheels "Australian company is planning to manufacture the unique drop-bar gravel bike, but only if 20 riders commit to its crowdfunding effort." By Tom Hallam-Gravells (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © Curve Cycling Cougar attacks five cyclists in US, police praise riders for pinning animal down in reaction that "100% saved their friend's life" "The incident happened on Saturday afternoon in Washington state and left one woman hospitalized, the group using a bike to pin the cougar down before the authorities arrived." (CC by 2.0/Flickr by Tony Hisgett) 4iiii Launches New Dual-Sided Precision 3+ Pro "4iiii says it’s their most advanced power meter to date with the added benefit of Apple Find My technology." By Paul Horta-Hopkins (cycletechreview.com) (Image Credit not Found) How to install a press-fit bottom bracket "How to install a press-fit bottom bracket in eight steps." (cyclist.co.uk) (Credits not Found) Nukeproof's Powertrain Megawatt eMTB goes on sale "Nukeproof's Megawatt is now available with a carbon frame and SRAM's new eMTB motor." By Graham Cottingham (bikeperfect.com) (Image credit: Nukeproof) Paid Subscription
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