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February
27, 2024
Le Samyn: Laurenz Rex awarded victory after premature celebration scare "Belgian rider quickly halted his celebration as Antonio Morgado threw for the line, but the photo finish eventually went in his favor." By Patrick Fletcher (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: Luc Claessen/Velo Collection via Getty Images I won’t force it: Luke Lamperti chasing his first Soudal Quick Step win after top-ten Classics debut "American rider takes a top ten in Kuurne Brussel Kuurne as he continues to impress in his first season in the WorldTour." By Daniel Benson (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: Luc Claessen/Velo Collection via Getty Images Five things we learned from Opening Weekend: SD Worx are beatable, while Quick Step still a way from Classics form "A recap on what we know now that Omloop Het Nieuwsblad and Kuurne Brussels Kuurne are out of the way." By Tom Thewlis (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) The people behind a WorldTour team #2: The bus driver "In the second of our series looking behind the scenes at big races, we get on board with EF Education EasyPost’s bus driver Richard Romero." By James Witts (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found) Strade Bianche Women 2024 Race Preview "As anticipation builds for each edition, the Strade Bianche Women’s route presents a tough challenge. Featuring 12 sectors of white gravel roads, encompassing 39.8km of the 137km route, the race promises excitement and unpredictability." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: Getty Images Sport via cyclingnews.com) Le
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Le Samyn des Dames: Vittoria Guazzini sprints to victory in nailbiting finale "Italian wins in Belgium after bridging to breakaway in final 20km, with Ahtosalo and Schweinberger on the podium." By Matilda Price (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © Luc Claessen / Velo Collection via Getty Images Young guns come out blazing in Spain and UAE "Sunday’s rampage by Lotto Dstny’s Lennert Van Eetvelt was such a notable event." By Chris Fontecchio (podiumcafe.com) Photo: Luca Bettini/SCA/Cor Vos © 2024 Preview Le Samyn 2024 - Arnaud De Lie absolute favorite in race that always surprises "It may not be Omloop Het Nieuwsblad nor Kuurne Brussels Kuurne, but Le Samyn is now a phenomenon in the spring." By Hendrik Boermans (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit not Found) Beyond watts: Decoding the hidden strategies of being a good bike racer "A former WorldTour racer weighs in on the importance of unmeasurable data in cycling." By Michael Barry (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Ignite Cycling ‘I’m just excited to race my bike for a living’ - Cat Ferguson interview "The rising star tells Cyclist about a frustrating cyclocross season, moving to Movistar, and her goals for the year ahead." By Flo Clifford (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found) Can an eBike make you fast enough to train with a pro cyclist? "We find out if a motor and battery can close the gap between an average rider and a professional." By Alex Hunt (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: GCN Bike fit is not just for pros: Why you're never too much of a beginner to invest in comfort "You don't have to be a racing cyclist with 'all the gear' to benefit from a bike fit, as Ellie Donnell discovers." By Ellie Donnell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future) Navigating Smart Trainer Settings for Better Training "When to use ERG, Slope, Resistance, or Mixed modes." By Scott Steele (pezcyclingnews.com) Photo By Stephen Cheung Crankbrothers Announce New Mallet & Stamp Trail Boa Shoes "The sole has more aggressive lugs than the current Mallet or Stamp Boa shoes, and the height of the upper is bit taller, with an elastic cuff around the ankle to keep out trail debris." By Mike Kazimer (pinkbike.com) (Image Credit not Found) Apple Watch vs Garmin Watch: Skiing Features Tested! "For this post, I’m specifically focused on downhill skiing/snowboarding. I’m going to call it ‘skiing’ from here on out, because that’s what I did." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker) Paid Subscription
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27, 2024
'Losing the plot in public' - Geraint Thomas reacts to Lefevere-Alaphilippe spat "Welshman expresses his sympathy for fellow riders facing public criticism from team managers." By Matilda Price (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: Dario Belingheri / Velo Collection via Getty Images Strade Bianche 2024 men: preview, contenders, and prediction "There's another sensational line-up of riders headed to Strade Bianche this year, but can anyone topple the returning Tadej Pogačar?" Words: Stephen Puddicombe (rouleur.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Whisper it quietly, but Egan Bernal is looking like a stage race leader again "Small steps in O Gran Camiño as the Ineos Grenadiers rider completes the podium and shows flashes of his old self." By Daniel Benson (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: Dario Belingheri / Velo Collection via Getty Images Tuesday Shorts "Did you enjoy the weekend’s racing? TV coverage is a difficult issue this year for many with the absence of GCN+ making it more complicated and more expensive to watch some races." (inrng.com) (RCS Sport) Victor Campenaerts really wants his clothes back "The Belgian asks fans to return his winter kit when he discards it during races." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Photo: X) Zwift might be about to add a new map, leaked pictures suggest "Zwifters might soon be able to compete in a virtual Omnium, or take on the Hour Record." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future/Olly Hassell (SWpix)) Check out Shimano’s special shoes, “the toughest road tire for the harshest road conditions” from Vittoria, Finish Line’s faff-free hot wax system, and Elite’s dial-closed bottle cage "Plus, the most comprehensive toolbox you’ve ever seen from Park Tool, Lazer’s sleekest helmet, very cool new clothing, and a smart tracker from Knog." By Mat Brett (road.cc) 2024 iceBike Hunt 25 Carbon Gravel Race Wheelset "Impressively light for performance gains, while tough enough for plenty of gravel abuse." By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) K-Edge Hammerhead computer mounts - The ultimate Karoo connectors for MTB, gravel and road riders "US made K-Edge mounts have been the pro 'go-to' for Garmin computer mounts and now they’ve added equally tough and even more secure Hammerhead versions to its line up." By Guy Kesteven (bikeperfect.com) (Image credit: GuyKesTV) Paid Subscription
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February
26, 2024
5 conclusions from the UAE Tour "From the big names to a few surprise packages, plus a secret climb, we select five key takeaways from one of the most unpredictable editions in recent years." By George Poole (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © GCN / Tim de Waele/Maximiliano Blanco/Velo Collection via Getty Images Voices of the peloton: How the UAE Tour was won and lost "We spoke to Jay Vine, Mauro Gianetti, Mikkel Bjerg, Ben O'Connor and the stage and overall winner, Lennert Van Eetvelt, moments after the Jebel Hafeet finale." By George Poole (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: GCN The unraveling of UAE Team Emirates - What went wrong for the home favorites at the UAE Tour? "After looking incredibly strong on the opening stages, the week progressively got worse for UAE Team Emirates." By Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) Photos: Getty/Tim de Waele/Giuseppe Cacace Professional cycling team attempted to sign on with mechanic dressing up as rider "Cynisca Cycling tried to use a mechanic posing as a fifth rider in order to sign on for Argenta Classic - 2 Districtenpijl Ekeren Deurne last year, UCI says." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Cynisca Cycling) Marin Launches New Four Corners 2 an Affordable Up-Spec'd Adventure Tourer "Petaluma, California’s Marin Bikes is bringing back its new Four Corners 2 Adventure Touring bike after seven years of hibernation." By Ron Frazelle (bikerumor.com) (Photos/Marin Bikes) Want to ride the same eBike as Fernando Alonso? Discover the eBikes of the Formula 1 world "As the 2024 Formula 1 season beckons, we take a look at some of the team's electric bikes." By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc) by Kimoa Is Cannondale's new Moterra SL the lightest eMTB ever? "The full-power eMTB weighs just 19.5kg!" By Liam Mercer (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Paid Subscription
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February
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Race Takeaways: What Did We Learn From the Opening Weekend? "Omloop and Kuurne breakdown." By Alastair Hamilton (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) "My future? I don't know much about that" - Demi Vollering refuses to be drawn out on contract talks "SD Worx rider speaks about women’s cycling’s 'LeMond moment', but highlights riders in the peloton who earn nothing." (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Matej Mohorič optimistic after aggressive ride at Kuurne Brussel Kuurne falls short "Although not able to make the winning move, the Slovenian was content with his form heading into a busy Classics campaign." By Alex Hunt (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: Velo Collection / Getty Images Belief is key as Mattias Skjelmose confirms contract extension with Lidl Trek "Danish rider pens new deal until the end of 2026." By Daniel Benson (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © Billy Ceusters/Getty Images Frederik Frison is out of the Classics due to severe dog bite in the groin "The Belgian received ‘quite extensive damage." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) How to wash your bike like a pro mechanic "Mike Jenner from Women's WorldTour team Uno-X Mobility shows us how he keeps the team's bikes in pristine condition." By Alex Hunt (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image Credit not Found) Koo Eyewear Alibi sunglasses "Top-notch photochromic lens that works extremely well in low-light conditions, with a quality befitting the price." By Stef Marazzi (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Ere Saddles with ‘Comfort Trigger System’ "Cycling saddle shapes and sizes have evolved considerably in recent years and Ere Research has launched a range that includes a ‘Comfort Trigger System’, offering on-the-go adjustments with the aim of providing a smooth ride." Words and photos by Rob Arnold (ridemedia.com.au) 2024 Trek Domane+ SLR eBike "Domane+ SLR is our lightest and fastest eRoad bike, complete with our highest-level OCLV Carbon, premium components, and a natural-feeling assist that keeps you quick and comfortable on epic all-day adventures." By JOM (gravelcyclist.com) TrekBikes.com Paid Subscription
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Pro Log: Wout van Aert and Marianne Vos get debut wins, Adam Yates suffers concussion and ‘fraudulent’ Cynisca "This week's pro cycling news highlights, including Vos and Van Aert winning on their debuts plus Cynisca Cycling's mechanic posing as a rider." By Robyn Davidson (cyclist.co.uk) Visma Lease a Bike Sagan insists "everything is under control" after heart scare and procedure "The Slovakian rider, who plans to ride the MTB race at the Olympics this year, underwent an ablation procedure to correct arrhythmia in the heart." (stickybottle.com) (Photo: Claudio Peri) Hookless rims under CPA scrutiny after Thomas De Gendt crash at UAE Tour "Riders' association president Adam Hansen blames hookless rims for crash while Lotto Dstny defend the set-up" By Tom Hallam-Gravells (globalcyclingnetwork.com)© Tim de Waele/Velo Collection via Getty Images What’s the difference between hooked and hookless bike wheels, and which is better for you? "When it comes to tubeless rims, much of the bike industry appears to say that hookless is the future; but it might not always be your best option." By Jack Sexty (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) How to Descend (More) Like a Pro "More than any other aspect of cycling, going fast down a paved descent is a mind game. The mental game of descending is every bit as important as technique." By Padraig (cyclingindependent.com) (Image Credit not Found) Five smart cycling tech pieces: The 'lightest GPS watch on the market' from Coros, 'Open Wearable' headphones from Oladance + more from Mobvai, Polar + JLab "These five nifty tech products are currently being tested by our experts, with full reviews landing on road.cc soon." By Suvi Loponen (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) 'I’ll have to be buried with my bike' - 76-year-old vegan cyclist still racking up 200 miles a week shares tips for lifelong riding "In our series of inspirational cyclists over 40, Hannah Reynolds speaks to Geoff Nelder, who says 'I’ll have to be buried with my bike." By Hannah Reynolds (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Left: Bruce Adams, Right: Geoff Nelder) New Ridley X-Night RS Cyclocross Bike gets Cleaner, More Aero "A brand-new, dedicated cyclocross bike is a rare site these days, but if anyone’s going to launch one it’s Belgian brand Ridley. And they have." By Tyler Benedict (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) Posedla Joyseat 2.0 Features a Whole New Profile "Did you know that Joyseat has been helping cyclists to ride pain-free in 40 countries for almost 2 years now?" (theradavist.com) (Credits not Found) Paid Subscription
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February
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UAE Tour: Lennert Van Eetvelt wins overall as UAE Team Emirates implode on Jebel Hafeet "Belgian rider attacks to win the stage and the overall as several favorites crack." By Daniel Benson (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images) ‘I’ve always been in the shadow of Remco’ - Behind Lennert Van Eetvelt's breakthrough UAE Tour victory "The Belgian rider took the biggest win of his career after starting the race as an underdog, and he hopes the best is still yet to come." By Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) Photos: RCS/Sprint Cycling Agency Omloop van het Hageland: Kristen Faulkner wins with a massive solo breakaway "The American took the win ahead of Mischa Bredewold and Pfeiffer Georgi." By Logan Jones-Wilkins (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © Mark Van Hecke/Velo Collection via Getty Images Tubular tires used for the "safety of the riders" at Opening Weekend according to WorldTour mechanics "Inner tubes, tubular tires and tubeless setups have all been on show, so why are the teams all running different setups?" By Joe Baker (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images/ Future) Niels Vandeputte beats Lars van der Haar and Eli Iserbyt in Oostmalle on final cyclocross race of the season "Niels Vandeputte took the biggest win of his career in Lille two weeks ago but today has perhaps topped himself once again. In Oostmalle, the last cross of the season." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) A week after returning from doping ban, Toon Aerts ends cyclocross with possible broken nose and concussion in brutal crash "He looked to end the short season on a high today in Oostmalle, but suffered a crash that has left him badly injured. " By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Photo: X) ‘It’s a performance thing’ - Why riders are eating popsicles and pastries to fuel gold medals "Forget expensive gels, the best race nutrition comes from corner shops." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: SWPix / Getty Images) 2024 UAE Tour Live "2024 UAE Tour February 19-25, United Arab Emirates. Stage 7 (Al Ain Bait Mohammed Bin Khalifa → Jebel Hafeet, 161km). Live
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February
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Kuurne Brussel Kuurne: Wout van Aert takes dominant win from the break "Belgian rider made several attacks before beating his last remaining rivals in a sprint." By Daniel Benson (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © Luc Claessen/Getty Images The Moment The Omloop Was Won "Jan Tratnik floats away on the descent off the Bosberg with only Nils Politt giving chase as both Alexey Lutsenko and Stefan Küng dip their heads, too tired to chase." (stickybottle.com) (screenshot) Lauren Stephens wins Clasica de Almeria "Cynisca Cycling rider beats Human Powered Health duo Yuliia Biriukova and Linda Zanetti." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Derek Gee fractures collarbone after crashing out of Omloop Het Nieuwsblad "Israel Premier Tech rider may undergo surgery, team monitoring injury." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Late-race attack nets Marc Hirschi the victory at Faun Drome Classic "UAE Team Emirates finish 1-2 as Juan Ayuso takes second." By Ondrej Zhasil (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) 'Sky before screens' has made me a better cyclist - Could it work for you? "Getting outside every morning, before turning to screens, can improve sleep - and therefore recovery - as well as mood." By Hannah Bussey (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Vielo V+1 Race Edition Force AXS XPLR 2024 "All the capabilities of an adventure bike, but with the performance, low weight and characteristics of a gravel racer." By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Simplon claims its Pride II is still the fastest bike on earth - This custom version certainly looks the part "Well, that's what was claimed in 2021, but this newly built custom edition is surely still fast as!" By Suvi Loponen (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) 2024 Kuurne Brussels Kuurne Live "2024 Kuurne Brussel Kuurne February 25th, Belgium (Kortrijk → Kuurne, 196.4km). Live
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O Gran Camiño: Jonas Vingegaard caps overall victory with third stage win "Dane triumphs on Monte Aloia ahead of Lenny Martinez as Egan Bernal seals podium spot." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Pauline Ferrand-Prévot takes commanding victory in Banyoles at Shimano Super Cup XCO "An early attack saw Ferrand-Prévot sail away from the competition." By Alex Hunt (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © UCI Mountain Bike World Series Jan Tratnik overcame his darkest days to take his 'most beautiful' win at Omloop Het Nieuwsblad "Slovenian talks about his struggles with eating disorders and major injury setbacks." By Daniel Benson (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © Luc Claessen / Via Getty Images Pro cyclists’ union “not happy” with hookless wheels after “freak” blowout causes Thomas De Gendt crash - Team defends tire system as “100% within the rules” "There are a lot of people who want this banned out of the peloton… One day there will be a mass crash as a result,” CPA president Adam Hansen said." By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (Discovery+) Lucinda Brand ends successful cyclocross season with final Oostmalle Cyclocross triumph "The closing cross of the season in Oostmalle fell to the Dutch champion's dominance." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) Components that cost too much and don’t last long enough make us truly appreciate the opposite "The age of product recalls and built-in obsolescence gets CW's columnist reminiscing about indestructible components that refused to die." By Michael Hutchinson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Alamy) Garmin Forerunner 165 vs Forerunner 265 Comparison Review: 107+ Differences Explained "While only one digit separates the two models, the reality is that there’s a pile of differences. Many big-ticket differences (like Training Readiness), but also lots of little and more nuanced differences." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker) Pro cyclist misses opening classics due to “quite extensive damage to private parts” following dog attack "The pain has become somewhat bearable,” says Q36.5 rider Frederik Frison, who required surgery after being bitten by an acquaintance’s family pet." By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (Q36.5 Pro Cycling,Pedro Lozano) "2024 O Gran Camino February 22-25, Spain. Stage 4 (Ponteareas → Tui, 158.1km). Live Video
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