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Column One
May 18, 2024
Doug Report Cycling Daily








Giro d'Italia stage 14: Filippo Ganna storms to victory on second time trial

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"Italian national champion gets long-awaited victory and holds off race leader Tadej Pogačar in Lombardy."
By Flo Clifford (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Pogacar extends Giro lead to nearly 4 minutes after stage 14 time trial won by Ganna

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"As the Giro prepares to head into the high mountains and the Alps, Pogacar put even more time on his rivals on the 31-kilometer (19-mile) route from Castiglione delle Stiviere to Desenzano del Garda."
Associated Press (sports.yahoo.com) (Massimo Paolone/LaPresse via AP)
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The strongest team in the race? Ineos Grenadiers are finding their way again at the Giro d'Italia

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"The team's performance in the time trial is a signifier, once again, of their collective strength in this race."
By Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) (Photo by Zac Williams/SWpix.com)
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Giro d’Italia: Ineos waiting on Pogačar to make a mistake before getting creative in brutal final week

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"You have to hope that he makes a mistake or has a bad day, and that you’re ready to take that opportunity” says Dempster."
By Daniel Benson (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Alaphilippe wins at Giro, Lefevere says he'd have to take pay cut to stay in team

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"Lefevere added he wanted to keep Alaphilippe in the team, but said that would be on a reduces salary and that if another team was willing to pay him his current salary, it would be hard for Soudal Quick Step to keep him."
(stickybottle.com) (Photo: Williams-Giro)
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Giro d'Italia stage 14 live: Will anyone take time back on Pogačar in the time trial?

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"Saturday's 31km flat individual time trial from Castiglione delle Stiviere to Desenzano del Garda could open up the GC."
By Emma Magnus (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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In The Drops: Canyon Signature kit, Cannondale Dynam helmet, SiS Rego Recovery, Rapha Roll Top bag and the Eurovision Song Contest

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"Honey, pack your bags, it's In The Drops! Ewan Wilson dives into his Rapha Mary Poppins bag to share another weekly selection of cycling goodies."
by Ewan Wilson (cyclist.co.uk) Photo: Ewan Wilson
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2024 Giro d’Italia Live Video Feed

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"Giro d’Italia 2024 May 4-26, Italy Stage 14 ITT (Castiglione delle Stiviere
Desenzano del Garda, 31.2km)

Live Video Saturday from 1:00pm CET (7:00am U.S. Eastern), 4:00am Pacific.

The race will be shown on Max and FloBikes starting at 4:00am Pacific.
Finish at around 8:10am Pacific.

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Column Two
May 18, 2024
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4 Jours de Dunkerque: Sam Bennett wins again on stage 5

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"Irishman takes third stage win in four days ahead of Penhoët and Berckmoes in Cassel."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Tord Gudmestad wins Veenendaal Veenendaal Classic

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"Uno X Mobility's Tord Gudmestad has triumphed at the 2024 Veenendaal Veenendaal Classic after a tough day in the saddle in the Dutch spring rain ahead of Simon Dehairs and Dylan Groenewegen."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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“At the age of nine he was involved in a serious traffic accident" - Patrick Lefevere shares incredible backstory of Warre Vangheluwe; Soudal Quick Step's newest star

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"The cycling world was introduced to a new Soudal Quick Step star on stage 4 of the 4 Jours du Dunkerque as Warre Vangheluwe took the first professional win of his career."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Monte Crostis: The Giro d'Italia’s most mysterious climb

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"The peloton was meant to ride the unprecedented mountain pass in the 2011 edition, but never made it."
Words: India Paine (rouleur.cc) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Shimano Dura-Ace vs SRAM Red AXS

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"SRAM and Shimano's flagship electronic groupsets compared."
by Joseph DelvesandMatthew Loveridge (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)
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Big Garmin Edge, Fenix, and Epix Sale (US): Quick Thoughts

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"It’s May, which means it’s Garmin’s annual sales for their mostly outdoor focused products ahead of the summer season."
By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
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Who needs bike lights* when your whole bike glows in the dark? Plus the Strava updates you've (genuinely) all been waiting for and loads more tech news from MAAP, Quoc, POC + more

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"In this edition of Tech of the Week, we're also bringing you news of Eddy Merckx Bikes' steel resurgence, limited edition helmets from POC and MET and some speedy 80mm wheels combining aerodynamics and stability from Reynolds."
By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
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Ask a Coach: I hate VO2 max sessions - How can I make them bearable?

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"Struggling with those really hard efforts? They're tough, but so worth it. Here's how to nail VO2 max intervals."
By Stephen Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com)(Image credit: Future)
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"2024 4 Jours de Dunkerque, May 14-19, France.  Stage 5 (Arques
Cassel, 179.1km)

Live video Saturday from 3:00pm CET (9:00am U.S. Eastern), 6:00am Pacific.

The race will be shown on Max and FloBikes starting at 6:00am Pacific,
Finish at around 7:15am Pacific."

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Veenendaal Veenendaal Classic Live Stream

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"2024 Veenendaal Veenendaal Classic May 18, Netherlands (Veenendaal → Veenendaal, 171.6km)

Live video Saturday from 3:00pm CET (9:00am U.S. Eastern), 6:00am Pacific.

The race will be shown on Max and FloBikes starting at 6:00am Pacific.
Finish at around 8:00am Pacific."

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Column Three
May 18, 2024
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Giro d'Italia 2024 stage 15 preview - The Queen stage

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"A big stage to shake up the general classification."
By Stephen Puddicombe (rouleur.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
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Vuelta a Burgos Feminas stage 3: SD Worx Protime domination continues as Lorena Wiebes takes the stage victory

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"Clara Copponi takes second place in the sprint and Maike van der Duin takes third."
By James Howell-Jones (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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USA National Road Championships: Coryn Labecki mows down breakaway to win 74th national title in criterium

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"Elizabeth Dixon holds on for second after 10-lap breakaway, Chloe Patrick wins under-23 title."
By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: Snowy Mountain Photography via cyclingnews.com)
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It’s going to be hard but I will be a contender': Lizzie Deignan's plans for Paris

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"Britain’s most successful female road racer of the era, Lizzie Deignan has one medal missing from her cabinet: Olympic gold. Chris Marshall-Bell looks back on her record at the Games and ponders her prospects for Paris."
By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Thibau Nys - "Sprinters are assholes, I'm glad I don't make my living that way"

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"Sprinters are assholes,” he said. “I don’t want to be associated with it. What happens in a sprint is sometimes criminal. Literally criminal."
(stickybottle.com) (Photo: by Vanik Zoltan)
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Simon Yates has two weeks to decide if he wants to stay at Jayco AlUla before team move on

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"British climber is on the transfer market for 2025 and the team need to solidify their GC plans."
By Daniel Benson (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Schreurs, Holmes gamble and win big at the Gralloch UCI gravel worlds qualifier - Results

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"Former pros Matthew Holmes, 30, and Geerike Schreurs, 34, gambled with daring attacks late in the race to build leads big enough to earn solo victories – and starting spots in the 2024 UCI Gravel World Championships."
Author: Craig Sakamoto (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Knog's Scout Aims to Deter Theft, But Can Track Your Bike if it Doesn’t

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"The Knog Scout bolts to standard water bottle cage mounts and uses a loud, motion activated alarm to deter thieves from stealing your bike."
Written by Steve Fisher (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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2024 Vuelta a Burgos Feminas Live Stream

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"2024 Vuelta a Burgos Feminas May 16-19, Spain Stage 3 (Roa de Duero
Melgar de Fernamental, 122km).

Live video Saturday from 2:30pm CET (8:30am U.S. Eastern), 5:30am Pacific.

The race will be shown on FloBikes starting at 5:05am Pacific.
Finish at around 6:45am Pacific."

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Column One
May 17, 2024
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Giro d'Italia stage 13: Jonathan Milan makes it three

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"Italian sprinter gets the better of Aniołkowski and Bauhaus after Gaviria's early launch."
By George Poole (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Tweets of the week: In praise of the Giro d'Italia Twitter account

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"When it comes to social media game, the Giro d'Italia is the best Grand Tour."
By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Geraint Thomas 'ready to be aggressive' ahead of key Giro d'Italia stage

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"The Giro starts this weekend,' says Welshman, who sits third on GC."
By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Giro d'Italia stage 13 live: Flattest stage underway

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"Just 202 vertical meters will be tackled over 179km today."
By Aaron Borrill (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
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White jersey Antonio Tiberi impressing in 'dream come true' at debut Giro d'Italia

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"Italian hoping to consolidate his overall position as first Grand Tour GC attempt outlives expectations so far."
By Matilda Price (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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SRAM Red specific bars, Zipp specific Goodyear tires plus a Rene Herse bar bag and MAAP Alt_Road clothing

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"Zipp's SL 80 Race handlebars are created to work seamlessly with the new Red shifters while Goodyear's VectorR tires are designed around Zipp's 353 NSW and 303 rims."
By Luke Friend (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Zipp / MAAP / Goodyear / Rene Herse)
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Is the Kinesis G2 all the road and gravel bike anyone really needs?

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"The G2 packages twenty years of Kinesis design experience into an affordable alloy all-road / gravel all-rounder. I've been riding one all spring to find out how it performs."
By Guy Kesteven (bikeperfect.com) (Image credit: GuyKesTV)
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Everything you need to know about bike pedals: From clipless to flat pedals and everything in between

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"Do you ride on the road, for leisure or prefer hitting the gravel tracks and trails? Whatever type of riding you do, find out which pedal type is ideal for you."
By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
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2024 Giro d’Italia Live Video Feed

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"Giro d’Italia 2024 May 4-26, Italy Stage 13 (Riccione
Cento, 179km)

Live Video Friday from 12:30am CET (6:30am U.S. Eastern), 3:30am Pacific.

The race will be shown on Max and FloBikes starting at 3:30am Pacific.
Finish at around 8:15am Pacific.

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Column Two
May 17, 2024
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4 Jours de Dunkerque: Warre Vangheluwe holds on for victory on cobbled stage 4

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"Sam Bennett nearly snatches victory from escapee in Pont-à-Marcq."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Riejanne Markus solos to victory at Veenendaal Veenendaal Classic Women

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"Barbara Guarischi second, Marthe Truyen third from the bunch sprint."
By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: Visma Lease a Bike via cyclingnews.com)
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Wout van Aert gears up for comeback at Tour of Norway 'without any expectations'

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"Visma Lease a Bike leader to make return to racing in Norway two months after the crash that ruled him out of the Spring Classics and Giro d'Italia."
By Patrick Fletcher (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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OMG Patrick Lefevere said something nice about Julian Allaphillipe

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"The Soudal - Quick-Step boss was (sort of) complimentary to the Frenchman after his Giro stage win."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Strava cheats to be flagged by AI as platform rolls out new features

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"AI-enabled leaderboard checks just one of a suite of coming updates to the training app."
By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com)(Image credit: Strava)
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Brompton profits up 35% despite bike industry's "challenging conditions" and "war of attrition" against rip-off rivals


"The number of bikes sold dipped slightly but the folding bicycle manufacturer experienced significant success further afield, exports accounting for three quarters of bicycle sales and turnover from outside the UK and Europe up 46%."
By Dan Alexander (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
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The best power meter in 2024

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"The best options for new bike builds are 4iiii crank arm power meters that are part of Shimano 105, Ultegra, Dura-Ace, and GRX groupsets or Quarq spider power meters that sit between the chainrings on SRAM Rival, Force, and Red groupsets."
By Steve (intheknowcycling.com) Photo: Simon Bromley / Immediate Media
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"2024 4 Jours de Dunkerque, May 14-19, France.  Stage 4 (Mazingarbe
Pont-à-Marcq, 166.8km

Live video Friday from 4:00pm CET (10:00am U.S. Eastern), 7:00am Pacific.

The race will be shown on Max and FloBikes starting at 7:00am Pacific,
Finish at around 8:20am Pacific."

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Veenendaal Veenendaal Classic Women Live Stream

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"2024 Veenendaal Veenendaal Classic May 17, Netherlands (Veenendaal → Veenendaal, 136.5km)

Live video Friday from 3:00pm CET (9:00am U.S. Eastern), 6:00am Pacific.

Finish at around 7:30am Pacific."

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Column Three
May 17, 2024
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Vuelta a Burgos Féminas: Demi Vollering smashes stage 2 uphill finish to take race lead

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"Evita Muzic second, Karlijn Swinkels third up Alto de Rosales."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Lucinda Brand asks UCI for empathy towards crash victims

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"After stopping to help her fallen teammate, she was penalized just before the finish line."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found)
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Giro d'Italia 2024 stage 14 preview - a time trial for the specialists

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"A virtually flat course means that this individual time trial is designed for the pure specialists to showcase their skills."
By Stephen Puddicombe (rouleur.cc) Photo: SWpix.com
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'It will be the hardest stage I’ve ever ridden' - Why this weekend will be crucial for GC riders at the Giro d'Italia

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"With a time trial day and an incredibly challenging stage to Livigno to round out the second week of the race, all eyes are on the GC teams."
By Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) Photo: SWpix.com
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Bora Hansgrohe reignite interest in signing Tom Pidcock

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"A move away from Ineos Grenadiers possible for British star, as Josh Tarling extension still not set."
By Daniel Benson (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Good Morning America host slammed for ‘explicit Insta photos’

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"ABC executives are apparently greatly concerned that DeMarco Morgan wears…Lycra"
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Demarco Morgan/Insta
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Under the Mallorcan sun: Rapha's Reis sunglasses, reviewed

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"As one of three new eyewear offerings, Rapha’s Reis sunglasses are impressively light and offer lenses for a wide range of conditions."
By Tyler Boucher (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Tyler Boucher)
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Pro TT bike: Will Barta's Canyon Speedmax CFR for the Giro d'Italia

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"A closer look at one of the fastest bikes in the WorldTour peloton, with the US rider running 'old' SRAM red and custom aero bars."
By Tom Hallam-Gravells (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: GCN
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Telegraph journalists told "check your research" after front page claims cyclists hit 52mph

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"Clearly they've found a bad GPS glitched segment and taken that as hard fact": Newspaper ridiculed after reporting that London commuters are cycling to work faster than Tour de France sprinters."
By Dan Alexander (road.cc) (Simon MacMichael/Telegraph)
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Rudy Project Cutline review - Photochromatic sunglasses

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"Previously I'd found that light-sensing lenses were too dark and too slow to clear, but this ImpactX 2Laser Red photochromatic lens works brilliantly."
By Richard Owen (bikeperfect.com) (Image credit: Rich Owen)
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2024 Vuelta a Burgos Feminas Live Stream

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"2024 Vuelta a Burgos Feminas May 16-19, Spain Stage 2 (Briviesca
Alto de Rosales, 123km).

Live video Friday from 2:30pm CET (8:30am U.S. Eastern), 5:30am Pacific.

The race will be shown on FloBikes starting at 5:30am Pacific.
Finish at around 6:45am Pacific."

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Giro d'Italia stage 12: Julian Alaphilippe winds back the clock with breakaway victory

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"Two-time world champion spends 100km in a two-up break before going solo on the final climb of a punchy parcours."
By Patrick Fletcher (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image Credit not Found via  cyclingmagazine.ca)
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Allez Lou Lou: The glorious resurgence of Julian Alaphilippe

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"The Frenchman secures his Giro d’Italia stage win after months of pressure and public scrutiny."
By Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) (Photo by Zac Williams/SWpix.com)
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What do UCI Commissaires do at the Giro d’Italia?

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"We meet international commissaire Greg Griffiths to find out how the UCI keeps the Giro d'Italia safe and above board."
By James Howell-Jones (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © Getty Images / © GCN
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Giro d'Italia stage 12 live: Julian Alaphilippe part of huge breakaway that goes clear

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"All the action from day twelve of the Italian Grand Tour."
By Tom Thewlis (cyclingweekly.com)
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Giro d’Italia: Caleb Ewan has three opportunities to prove he’s still up there, says Matt White

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"Aussie sprinter showing promising signs at Giro d'Italia but chances of another Grand Tour win are quickly running out."
By Daniel Benson (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Geraint Thomas on UAE Emirates: ‘They are all normal, apart from Tadej Pogačar’

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"The former Tour de France champion is looking to make some moves in last half of Tour of Italy."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Getty Images via globalcyclingnetwork.com)
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Failure to surrender social media, email, text messages will soon to be doping violation

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"Next year any athlete suspected of using banned performance-enhancing substances will be required to surrender texts, Facebook posts, emails, etc. when requested by United Kingdom Anti-Doping (UKAD), according to a report by The Times."
Author: John Woodson (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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2024 Giro d’Italia Live Video Feed

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"Giro d’Italia 2024 May 4-26, Italy Stage 12 (Martinsicuro
Fano, 193km)

Live Video Thursday from 11:30am CET (5:30am U.S. Eastern), 2:30am Pacific.

The race will be shown on Max and FloBikes starting at 3:00am Pacific.
Finish at around 8:15am Pacific.

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Column Two
May 16, 2024
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4 Jours de Dunkerque: Two in a row for Sam Bennett after stage 3 sprint victory

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"Milan Fretin second, Amaury Capiot third in Bouchain."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Doping questions arise in new Tour de France Netflix trailer

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"Tour de France: Unchained's second series to be released on streaming platform on June 11."
By Tom Thewlis (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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‘Right now I can’t ride a bike’ - Fabio Jakobsen abandons Giro d’Italia following stage 11 crash

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"Dutch sprinter says he feels like he was making progress towards next win before crash took him out of the Italian Grand Tour."
By Daniel Benson (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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SRAM Red AXS & Power Meter (2024) In-Depth Review

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"SRAM has announced their new SRAM Red AXS system, complete with a Quarq-based power meter. Depending on your perspective, you’ll either be focusing on the weight savings, or the tech integration."
By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
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What do cyclists need to carry on a bike ride?

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"From tools and spares to nutrition, here is a list of everything we think you need to keep yourself safe, protected and prepared for whatever a ride can throw your way."
By Alex Hunt (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: GCN
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Syncros Capital SL Aero wheels made me faster, on fewer watts

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"Were these faster than stock wheels on the road? Well, one ride used eight watts less and was 2.4kph faster."
By Owen Rogers (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future)
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Adaptive DCS theft: Unique 3T electric gravel bikes are missing

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"Adaptive DCS has requested the cycling industry and community be on the look out for these highly specific bikes - two of which are the only ones in the UK - namely a 3T RaceMax Italia Project X in raw carbon finish and a 3T Exploro in BMW collaboration paint scheme."
Jonathon Harker (cyclingindustry.news) Photo: 3T
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Crank Brothers Cleat Tool Makes Any Cleat Install Easier

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"Designed to fit their own cleats (obvi), as well as SPD, Look, and Look Time cleats, too, it helps you hold them in position while tightening the bolts."
By Tyler Benedict (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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"2024 4 Jours de Dunkerque, May 14-19, France.  Stage 3 (Saint-Laurent-Blangy
Bouchain, 165.1km)

Live video Thursday from 4:00pm CET (10:00am U.S. Eastern), 7:00am Pacific.

The race will be shown on Max and FloBikes starting at 7:00am Pacific,
Finish at around 8:15am Pacific."

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Vuelta a Burgos Feminas stage 1: Lotta Henttala wins opening sprint

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"Late attacker Carina Schrempf caught in the dying meters as Elisa Balsamo suffers nasty crash."
James Howell-Jones (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Giro d'Italia 2024 stage 13 preview - A pure sprint in Cento

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"The peloton face one last sprint in the second week before a difficult weekend."
By Stephen Puddicombe (rouleur.cc) (Photo by Zac Williams/SWpix.com)
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Triathlon star shocks cycling world with big win at US TT championships

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"Taylor Knibb will head to Paris Olympics in two sports."
Kevin Mackinnon (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Kevin Mackinnon
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'We’re getting back on track' - Jonas Vingegaard's coach says Tour de France champion is 'recovering fast' after crash

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"We know these guys are mentally really tough' Tim Heemskerk says 27-year-old is making rapid progress in his return to fitness after broken collarbone, fractured ribs and punctured lung."
(Image credit: Getty Images)
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Eisel: 'Mark Cavendish's Tour de France dedication is stupid but this is the sport we fell in love with'

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"After Mark Cavendish claimed his second season win at the Tour of Hungary, we caught a word with Bernhard Eisel on his former teammate at the Giro d’Italia."
By George Poole (globalcyclingnetwork.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Strava Announces Family Plan, Dark Mode, AI Cheat Finder

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"Strava has just announced a slate of updates at their annual Camp Strava event, where they show off a bunch of newness. This years event is the first time new CEO, Michael Martin, is at the helm, after starting back January - and he appears very keen to say ‘there’s a new sheriff in town."
By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
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Granite Rocknroll TQ Torque Ratchet Tool Kit review

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"An excellent ratchet multi-tool with 10 bits and superb 2-10Nm torque range setting."
Patrick Joscelyne (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
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Ritchey WCS Cabrillo saddle

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"Good all-rounder if you're not sold on a really short saddle, though the one-size-only design may limit its appeal."
Shaun Audane (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
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The hottest cycling products for 2024! Cutting-edge bikes, tech and gear from Pirelli, Topeak, Fizik, Cycology, WTB, Castelli, Silca, Aerosensor, Ribble, Lauf, Cervélo + Argon 18

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"Check out some of the coolest cycling products right now from 12 great brands. Which ones are on your wishlist?"
By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
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2024 Vuelta a Burgos Feminas Live Stream

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"2024 Vuelta a Burgos Feminas May 16-19, Spain Stage 1 Villagonzalo Pedernales → Burgos, 123km).

Live video Thursday from 2:30pm CET (8:30am U.S. Eastern), 5:30am Pacific.

The race will be shown on FloBikes starting at 5:30am Pacific.
Finish at around 8:30am Pacific."

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