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Santiago Buitrago flies to victory on stage four of Paris Nice as Luke Plapp claims yellow "Mont Brouilly could prove decisive in overall battle in the Race to the Sun." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Paris Nice Stage 4 Preview "A mountain stage of sorts, today’s route has some unexpected surprises in store." (inrng.com) (Image credit: ASO) UCI approved our new Rudy Project helmet 10 days ago, says Bahrain Victorious boss "Milan Eržen tells GCN that there's 'no way we would race with a helmet that’s not been through the tests." By Daniel Benson (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Remco Evenepoel blasts UCI to ban head sock TT helmet "World TT champion calls international cycling body’s decision ‘laughable." By Matilda Price (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Specialized 'disappointed' at UCI head sock ban, highlights 18-month delay "US company says the decision "greatly impacts our riders and teams" as governing body outlaws 'non-essential' component of the TT5 helmet." By Patrick Fletcher (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Breakaway! The longest solo breaks of recent years "Massive solo breakaways are limited in their length compared to days of yore thanks to the shrinking length of races." (sicycle.wordpress.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Legion's Clever High-Flow Tubeless Valves - Taipei Cycle Show 2024 "Not all of the innovations highlighted at the Taipei Cycle Show are flashy and show-stopping, some come in fairly mundane packages but present a novel idea." By Dario DiGiulio (pinkbike.com) (Image Credit not Found) "2024 Paris Nice March 3-10, France. Stage 4 (Chalon-sur-Saône → Mont Brouilly, 183km) Live
video Wednesday from 2:50pm CET, (8:50am U.S. Eastern),
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Lorena Wiebes sprints to victory at GP Oetingen "Thalita de Jong in second and 21-year-old Josie Nelson grabs third." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Stat Attack: The careers ruined by Marianne Vos "The Dutchwoman has a staggering victory tally, which begs the question, who would have a richer palmarès if Vos never existed?" Cillian Kelly (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) 'You make a design, all the conditions are met, then it's questioned again' - Visma Lease a Bike bemoan UCI review after 'a lot of money' spent on development "Team reacts to governing body statement on Tuesday, day after new helmet was debuted." By Tom Thewlis (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Have Time Trail Helmets Just Gone Too Far? "The Aerohead 2.0 made by Giro has a ‘futuristic’, some might say ugly, design. Maybe it is aerodynamic, but for sure it has caused a lot of comments, not all good." By Alastair Hamilton (pezcyclingnews.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) From a war-torn homeland to a WorldTour contract and Tour de France dreams: Meet Welay Hagos Berhe "The 22-year-old rider sits down with Rouleur to speak about the hope of seeing his family, his rise to the WorldTour and his Tour de France dreams." By Chris Marshall-Bell (rouleur.cc) (Image credit: Getty Images) Strade Bianche vs Palio: A tale of two races "For cycling fans, Strade Bianche marks the first great Classic of the year. But the city of Siena hosts an even more famous and chaotic event - the Palio horse race. We visit both to compare." By Andy McGrath (cyclist.co.uk) Image: David Powell MyWhoosh launches new initiative for female cyclists to celebrate int'l women’s day "Online platform announces more than 700 workouts and new live coaching feature." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Forget expensive cases - Here's why I always keep my phone in a sandwich bag when I ride "Forget designer pouches, my trusty sandwich bag provides the safest of homes from downpours." By Hannah Bussey (cyclingweekly.com)(Image credit: Future) A Kangaroo with Wings Might Just Have the Wildest eBike Here: Taipei Cycle Show 2024 "This Japanese company brought a bike we couldn't stop thinking about to Taipei Cycle Show 2024." (Image: Ryuger) Live
video Wednesday from 2:45pm CET (8:45am U.S. Eastern),
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Tirreno Adriatico stage 3: Phil Bauhaus wins as Jasper Philipsen crashes "German sprinter beats former teammate Jonathan Milan on the line." By Flo Clifford (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Best new cycling tech at the Taipei Cycle Show: Bikes, saddles, wheels and more "From new bikes to urban saddles and chainrings, here's the newest tech we encountered in Taipei." By Tom Hallam-Gravells (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: GCN 'It was really radical' - The Giant TCR escaped a UCI ban, and is still going strong "Giant’s signature bike changed the look of road bikes forever. Adam Becket looks back on what the TCR has meant for bike design." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) GCN Tech: The five worst things about tubeless tires "Tubeless tires have a few advantages over traditional clinchers, but that doesn't mean they're perfect. Here are five things we hate about tubeless tires." By Alex Hunt (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: GCN Alexandera Houchin's Ultra Racing Hacks "If you follow ultra racing, then you have most likely heard of Alexandera Houchin." By: Alexandera Houchin (theradavist.com) (Image Credit not Found) 'I was carting around a screen on my handlebars while trying to spend time away from the larger one at home' - What I learned from a week without my cycling computer "It’s become routine for many riders to keep track of every mile ridden and feet ascended; do we really need to know these things?" By Tyler Boucher (cyclingweekly.com)(Image credit: Future) How to Make Training More Enjoyable "One of the big advantages of training indoors is that you can enjoy lots of different forms of entertainment while riding." (pezcyclingnews.com) (Credits not Found) Taipei Cycle Show 2024 "The show is absolutely packed to the gills with companies new and old alike, and we're trawling the waters to find the best morsels to share." By Dario DiGiulio (pinkbike.com) (Image Credit not Found) "2024 Tirreno Adriatico March 4-10, Italy. Stage 3 (Volterra → Gualdo Tadino, 225km) Live video
Wednesday from 1:05pm CET (7:05am U.S. Eastern), 3:05am
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Paris Nice stage 3: UAE Team Emirates take vital victory in team time trial "Rain disrupts several teams as Brandon McNulty moves into the race lead." By Flo Clifford (cyclist.co.uk) (Image credit: Getty Images) Paris Nice Stage 3 Preview "A team time trial with a tricky, hilly first half to trouble the big rouleurs when their leaders need for the run back to the finish." (inrng.com) (Image credit: ASO) Another radical TT helmet: Bahrain Victorious debut unreleased Rudy Project ‘Wingdream’ "The modern trend for wide and bulbous gathers pace at Tirreno Adriatico in the opening day's time trial." By Patrick Fletcher (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) The UCI is banning time trial helmet optimizations - one day after Giro lid broke cover "The 'head sock' is out, with more helmets to be reviewed - whilst hookless rim investigation is still ongoing." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Former Team Sky aerodynamicist on Giro's whacky TT helmet: 'It’s a great design and makes complete sense' "Robby Ketchell sees the merits in the much-mocked new TT lid used by Visma Lease a Bike at Tirreno Adriatico." By Daniel Benson (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Choose your fighter: Ugly time-trial helmets official ranking "From eye-catching to eyesore, we look at the best and worst time-trial helmets cursing your television screens this season." By Robyn Davidson (cyclist.co.uk) Bram Berkien Elitewheels Drive G45 CS carbon wheels review - Stiff, very light, and fast gravel wheels "From a name new to many, but with a high-quality finish, low weight, and high stiffness, these wheels tick many boxes but really excel on smoother terrain." By Neal Hunt (bikeperfect.com) (Image credit: Neal Hunt) WTB launch four new accessories: TCS Rocket Tire Plug Kit & Plug Pack, NanoAir TPU Tubes, & TCS Max-Flow Valves. "Lighter, more compact, and more durable. Finished in WTB’s iconic ‘tan’ color, NanoAir TPU Tubes could help riders save up to two thirds the space & weight over a traditional tube." By JOM (gravelcyclist.com) (Image Credit not Found) New Specialized Turbo Porto is a high-tech hauler "The mullet eCargo bike features top-of-the-line design and accessories." By Matthew Pioro (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) "2024 Paris Nice March 3-10, France. Stage 3 TTT (Auxerre → Auxerre, 26.9km) Live
video Tuesday from 2:50pm CET, (8:50am U.S. Eastern), 5:50am
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Where next for Pauline Ferrand-Prévot? "The French off-road legend will return to road racing in 2025 – but with no Ineos women's team to support her, what next steps could she take?" By Daniel Benson (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Matteo Jorgenson, Visma Lease a Bike’s new star, continues to impress at Paris Nice "The American could step into the leaders yellow jersey on Tuesday evening after stage three’s team time trial in Auxerre." By Tom Thewlis (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Pro Log: Strade Bianche, Giro subs Switzerland for the Mortirolo and UCI investigating TT helmets "This week's pro cycling news highlights, including Tadej Pogačar's impressive Strade Bianche victory and a Giro d'Italia route change." By Robyn Davidson (cyclist.co.uk) James York Mørkøv and Renshaw on Mark Cavendish: 'It's a winning formula for us' "As the British sprinter begins his 18th European season, we talk to Michael Mørkøv and Mark Renshaw on the power trio at the heart of Astana Qazaqstan." By George Poole (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Mental Health Issues in Elite Cycling "How can we promote better mental health in cycling?" By Stephen Cheung (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) ‘I need full support from a team’ - Fabio Jakobsen on leaving Quick-Step, keeping faith and his next chapter "The Dutch sprinter discusses his plans with Team dsm-firmenich PostNL and explains that he sees no need to panic about his form so early in the season." By Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) (Image credit: Getty Images) Rapha says its newest jersey can save you nearly eight watts "Rapha’s improved Pro Team Aero Jersey is the brand’s 'fastest-ever' jersey and boasts an overhauled sleeve and shoulder design to minimize drag." By Kristin Jenny (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Rapha) ‘We can make a real impact’ - Chief Marketing Officer Ian Elliott on why MAAP is putting its money in women’s cycling "The clothing brand is supporting British Continental team Lifeplus-Wahoo in 2024 as women’s cycling offers an increasingly attractive sponsorship opportunity." By Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) Photos: MAAP/Zac Williams Tartan paint? Check out the very special Specialized S-Works Aethos that’s being ridden from Edinburgh to Rome this week "Spoon Customs has created a stunning finish for a bike that’s being used to raise funds for the fight against motor neurone disease." By Mat Brett (road.cc) Photos Simon Eldon Photography www.simoneldon.co.uk Merida unveils a one-of-a-kind Silex gravel bike honoring Matej Mohorič's World Championship win "The special edition Silex includes a touching tribute to Mohorič's Team Bahrain Victorious teammate Gino Mäder who died last year." By Paul Brett (bikeperfect.com) (Image credit: Merida) Canyon electrifies the Grizl with the new
Grizl:ON gravel eBike
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Tirreno Adriatico stage 2: Jasper Philipsen launches past Tim Merlier to sprint victory "Belgian powerhouses go up against each other in hotly-anticipated showdown, but Merlier accidentally provides a perfect slipstream for the Alpecin Deceuninck star." By George Poole (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) 'I still have the instinct to follow the yellow ones' - Primož Roglič adjusts to new colors at Paris Nice "Slovenian looking to build team unity on debut for Bora Hansgrohe." By Flo Clifford (cyclist.co.uk) (Image credit: Getty Images) Look’s New Road KEO Blade & SPD Power Meter Pedals: Hands-on! "Today Look has announced two interchangeable power meter pedals, their Look KEO Blade carbon road pedal power meter, and their X-Track SPD-based power meter pedal." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker) Look's new power meter pedals are 'accurate, light and simple to use' "Looks has launched two new pairs of power meter pedals, for road and off-road use; we got hands on with the new Keo Blade Power." By Luke Friend (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Look Cycle) Fezzari Changes Name to Ari; Celebrates with 8 New Bikes "Fezzari Bikes, which launched in 2005, is changing its name to Ari Bicycles. The new name holds more meaning globally, and is universally easy to pronounce, something the original didn’t always accomplish." By Tyler Benedict (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) Argon 18 Dark Matter review - One gravel bike for everything? "Argon 18’s fast, comfortable, sure-footed, and well-equipped Dark Matter is a great all-round gravel workhorse." By Neal Hunt (bikeperfect.com) (Image: © Neal Hunt) How to clean your bike effectively in 5 minutes "Ollie Bridgewood shows you how to quickly and easily clean your bike in just 5 minutes. Start the clock." By Danny Walter (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image Credit not Found) Firefighters issue another safety warning after UPP e-bike battery sparks fire "We’re asking people to check whether they have a UPP battery at home. If you do, stop using it right away, and contact the seller." Rebecca Morley (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Rad Power Bikes debuts fire-resistant batteries - And four new eBike models "This is ushering in a new era for Rad,’ said CEO Phil Molyneux." Image: Rad Power Bikes "2024 Tirreno Adriatico March 4-10, Italy. Stage 2 (Camaiore → Follonica, 198km) Live video
Tuesday from 1:05pm CET (7:05am U.S. Eastern), 3:05am Pacific.
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Paris Nice stage 2: Arvid De Kleijn upsets the big-name sprinters "Laurence Pithie the new yellow jersey as crosswinds fail to materialize but sprint produces a surprise." By Patrick Fletcher (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) 'Hacking into a headwind' - Fred Wright on stress free stage two of Paris Nice "British national champion looking for opportunities to go on the attack in the coming stages at Paris Nice." By Tom Thewlis (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Paris Nice Stage 2 Preview "The one pure sprint stage of the week, no pesky hills stand in the way and because the weather looks gentle probably no splits in the crosswinds either." Inrng: (Image credit: ASO) What I ride with: Overview of equipment "There will always be more to say but this is a conversation starter, an attempt to share some things I’ve learned while on the bike using equipment that has changed considerably in the time I’ve been writing (and talking) about cycling for a job." (ridemedia.com.au) (Credits Rob Arnold)) Ultra Wide Reserve 40 I 44 Gravel Wheels are More Aerodynamic, Guaranteed for Life "It looks like gravel wheels are about to get even wider." By Zach Overholt (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) "2024 Paris Nice March 3-10, France. Stage 2 (Thoiry → Montargis, 177.6km) Live
video Monday from 3:10pm CET, (9:10am U.S. Eastern), 6:10am
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Visma Lease a Bike and Jonas Vingegaard debut spectacular new time trial helmet "Dutch WorldTeam to use 'innovative Giro helmets' for the first time in Tirreno Adriatico stage 1 time trial, with bulbous design sure to spark debate." By George Poole (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © Visma Lease a Bike (@vismaleaseabike on X) Visma and UAE Look Even More Dominant, Where is Sports Streaming Headed? Off-Season Race Acquisitions, More on the Media, Doping: Good News and Bad News "An in-depth look at Visma and UAE look even more dominant; where is sports streaming headed? Off-season race acquisitions; more on the media; doping: Good news and bad news." (pezcyclingnews.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Climbing the ladder: How Human Powered Health are elevating their women’s team "General manager Ro De Jonckere on helping her squad to rise with the tide of women’s cycling." By Matilda Price (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Movistar hint at major women’s signing but Pauline Ferrand-Prévot not on the radar "We’ll be targeting other big names, but not Pauline' says team boss Sebastián Unzué." By Daniel Benson (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Van Anrooij and Longo Borghini evolve into dangerous duo: "They are 100% committed to each other" "The interaction between Van Anrooij and Longo Borghini was noticeable in the Omloop. They took turns attacking and broke Kopecky." By Hendrik Boermans (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit not Found) The cool history of the Tirreno Adriatico leader’s jersey "The Race of the Two Seas has begun, and has rich and interesting background." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Photo: X) Is there a difference between road and mountain bike saddles? "Why road and mountain bike saddles look similar but are very different." Lance Branquinho (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) The New Wilde Waypoint Carbon Fork is Full-Featured and Lightweight "The new Waypoint Tapered Carbon Gravel fork weighs in at 478g and “is among the lightest fully featured carbon forks on the market." By Ron Frazelle (bikerumor.com) (Photos/Wilde Bicycle Co.) Paid Subscription
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Tirreno Adriatico stage 1: Juan Ayuso stuns Filippo Ganna in opening time trial "UAE Team Emirates' GC hopeful produces lung-busting ride to beat the Italian national champion over 10km course." By George Poole (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Is Jonas Vingegaard’s latest time trial helmet one step too far? "Team Visma Lease a Bike rode the Tirreno Adriatico time trial in new alien-esque Giro TT lid, while Bahrain Victorious debuted an unreleased helmet from Rudy Project." By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Photo: X) -C3-
Vingegaard couldn't 'utilize strength optimally' in Tirreno time trial "The Danish top favorite for the Italian race was relatively satisfied with this result." By Hendrik Boermans (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Tom Pidcock lines up against Vingegaard and Hindley as he aims for GC result at Tirreno Adriatico "British rider starts his first WorldTour stage race of the season as he builds up towards his main aims." By Daniel Benson (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) 5 incredible facts from Strade Bianche "Tadej Pogačar won in one of the most impressive rides in recent history." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Topeak Tetrafender G1 and G2 gravel fender review - Clip-on gravel weather protection "Topeak Tetrafender gravel fenders keep dirt and spray at bay, but are they up to handling the muddiest gravel conditions?" By Graham Cottingham (bikeperfect.com) (Image credit: Graham Cottingham) "2024 Tirreno Adriatico March 4-10, Italy. Stage 1 ITT (Lido di Camaiore → Lido di Camaiore, 10km) Live video
Monday from 1:05pm CET (7:05am U.S. Eastern), 4:05am Pacific.
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