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Demi Vollering wins third stage in four days at Tour de Suisse to win overall "Dutchwoman takes her fourth Women's WorldTour stage race in a row, proving her dominance." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Tao Geoghegan Hart and Giulio Ciccone hit by covid and flu before Tour de France "I thought those days were long gone but unfortunately I’ve been super sick' says Briton." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: Lidl Trek via cyclingnews.com) "Egan Bernal is improving with every race... Tom Pidcock slightly disappointing" - Philippa York assesses Ineos Grenadiers ahead of Tour de France "So often one of the main protagonists of Tour de France season, the Ineos Grenadiers look set for another year of being dark horses and background players in 2024." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) Paid Subscription
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2024 Tour de Suisse Women Live Stream "2024 Tour de Suisse Women June 15-18, Switzerland, Stage 4 (Champagne → Champagne, 127.5km). Live
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The
race will be shown on Max and FloBikes starting at 6:00am
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June 18,
2024
America's great again: The new era of US racers "But can it last? The US finally has a clutch of star riders again, but is its top-level success built on solid foundations, asks Chris Marshall-Bell." By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Inside Project 35: How Mark Cavendish has prepared for his Tour de France swansong "As the start of the Tour fast approaches, Mark Cavendish's coach reveals how the Manxman has been preparing for his bid at history." By Chris Marshall-Bell (rouleur.cc) Photos: Zac Williams/Alex Whitehead/SWPix "Pogacar said ‘please don’t do it, because it’s an old man” - No charges to be pressed against fan who pushed Tadej Pogacar at Giro d'Italia "While Tadej Pogacar's sixth stage win of the 2024 Giro d'Italia was another stunning display of the Slovenian's dominance, there was a moment on controversy as the Maglia Rosa was grabbed by a fan at the roadside on the final climb." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) Simon Yates will ride for Visma Lease a Bike in 2025 "2018 Vuelta a España winner will add considerable depth to Dutch powerhouse." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Pro Log: UAE dominate the Tour de Suisse; Belgium’s next great hope; Blonde Ben Healy; Magnus Cort packs his bags "The past week's pro cycling news highlights, including UAE Team Emirates' Swiss 1-2 and Magnus Cort's superpower." By Robyn Davidson (cyclist.co.uk) Tim de Waele/Getty Images Ball Slams for Cycling Power Development "Over the last decade, science has finally caught up with understanding that strength training can (and MUST) be a part of any serious cyclists training regimen if they want to perform better." By Menachem Brodie (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Camelbak Podium Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle 530ml (18oz) "A nice no-splash easy-drinking thermal bottle that keeps your drink cold for ages, though it does scratch easily." By Mike Stead (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Column
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June 18,
2024
2026 Tour de France to begin in Barcelona "It will be the fourth race in five years to start outside of France." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Foreign Grands Départs for the Tour de France might be fun, but we should put a cap on them "Barcelona 2026 will be the Tour’s fourth foreign start in five years. Is it time to think about the environment before profit?" By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Col du Galibier at risk of being removed from 2024 Tour de France due to heavy snow fall "On the 2nd of July, stage 4 of the 2024 Tour de France is supposed to be headlined by a summit of the mythical Col du Galibier before a descent to the finish line in Valloire." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Photo: X) Liv introduces new lighter Langma with 33mm clearance, more aero and more efficiency: Here are our first ride impressions "The third generation of this women-specific race bike has got big updates all round." By Suvi Loponen (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Giro Stylus Road Cycling Shoes "Decent road shoes with good cleat compatibility and easy-to-care-for good looks." By Dave Atkinson (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Electric Bikes should not be classified differently to analog bikes - Here's why "Sam Jones argues that a two-tier system adds unnecessary complications and could even discourage eBike use" By Sam Jones (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Column
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Neve Bradbury takes first pro victory in Canyon Sram one-two on stage 3 of the Tour de Suisse "Australian breaks away with team-mate Kasia Niewiadoma, who happily gifts win in Champagne." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Unstoppable UAE Team Emirates - Is a podium sweep possible at the Tour de France? "The Emirati team’s performance at the Tour de Suisse is a sign that they are going to be hard to beat in this year’s Tour." By Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) Photos: Tour de Suisse Tom Pidcock strengthens GC ambitions with 'best ever time trial' "I don't want to just be someone who finishes in the top 10 on GC all the time,' says Brit at Tour de Suisse." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) 50 year-old wins UCI Gran Fondo Serbia Worlds qualifier - By 5 minutes "Multiple UCI Gran Fondo World Champion Igor Kopse, who turns 50 years-old in a few weeks and previously served a 4-year ban for doping, won the first edition of UCI Gran Fondo Novi Sad Serbia." Author: Ron Barrans (granfondodailynews.com) Q36.5 Vincenzo Nibali Shark Collection Kit Review "The Shark Attack!" By Alastair Hamilton (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Paid Subscription
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2024 Tour de Suisse Women Live Stream "2024 Tour de Suisse Women June 15-18, Switzerland, Stage 3 (Vevey → Champagne, 125.6km). Live
video Monday
from 3:00pm CET (9:00am U.S. Eastern), 6:00am Pacific.
Finish
at around 8:00am Pacific.
The
race will be shown on Max and FloBikes starting at 5:45am
Pacific."
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June 17,
2024
Under-17 rider wins Dutch champs, then relegated for victory salute "Finn Bastiaanssen was unaware that riders in his age category can’t take both hands off bars." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Finn Bastiaanssen/Instagram What the Dauphiné and Tour de Suisse results tell us about the Tour de France "Derek Gee has the same chances of winning as Landa and Carapaz." By Rob Sturney (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Cycling was a 'great distraction' says Bradley Wiggins as he opens up about trauma and mental health "Tour de France winner says he has found a "happy balance" with cycling in his life." By Amy Sedghi (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Coros Dura Hands-On: I Have Some Thoughts "Coros has just announced (or rather, the second announcement) of the Coros Dura cycling GPS computer." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker) Coros enters cycling market with Dura Solar GPS computer: 120+ hours of battery life, robust training features, competitive price "Coros Dura sets new standard in battery life but initial testing raised some concerns." By Anne-Marije Rook (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Coros) Lazer Universal Rechargeable LED for all helmets "An effective and versatile little light that's easy to attach, especially to Lazer helmets." By George Hill (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Driver ‘late for mass’ hits 3 riders head-on at Sportful Dolomiti race "The 29th edition of Sportful Dolomiti gran fondo in Italy turned disastrous June when an automobile driven by a 76 year-old woman hit three riders head-on, including former winner Stefano Cecchini." By Ron Barrans (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Thijs Zonneveld analyzes the comeback of Egan Bernal: "He may push the same wattages as in his glory years, but that's not enough these days" "In the latest episode of cycling podcast In Het Wiel, Thijs Zonneveld went in-depth to analyze just-ended Tour de Suisse and what we can take from the Swiss stage race towards the upcoming Tour de France." By Ondrej Zhasil (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) Paid Subscription
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June 17,
2024
"For France, the Tour is much more than a cycling race" - Christian Prudhomme on the importance of the Tour de France "The biggest and most widely known cycling race on the planet, the Tour de France has a special feeling around it that just cannot be replicated anywhere else." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Legible) Tour de Beauce Stage 5: Conn McDunphy wins, Josh Burnett takes overall "Final day saw some tough racing on the undulating St. Georges circuit." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Brian Black/VeloImages 36 wins! Nino Schurter back on top in Val di Sole World Cup "G.O.A.T. grazes on Italian singletrack." By Terry McKall (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: bartek Wolinski / Red Bull Content Pool Former British champion Alice Wood to retire at end of 2024 "28-year-old calls time on nine-year career as a pro." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Human Powered Health Cycling / Oskar Scarsbrook) Book Re-Review: Eddy Merckx The Cannibal "Having reviewed “Eddy Merckx The Cannibal” soon after publication a decade ago, it’s been back on this summer’s reading list in the light of Tadej Pogačar’s results and frequent comparisons to Eddy Merckx. Plus it’s Merckx's birthday today, 79 years old." (inrng.com) (Credits not Found) Visma provides significant update on Jonas Vingegaard "With the Tour de France looming, Merijn Zeeman has spoken about the Dane’s chances." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingweekly.com) Cyclists’ union says “too much emphasis” on helmets discourages cycling and “has an air of victim blaming” "The Dutch transport ministry is set to publish guidelines on voluntary helmet use, as local authorities have started to run discount campaigns to encourage cyclists to buy helmets." By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 licensed by MarkA:Flickr) Lazer Z1 KinetiCore Helmet "Comfortable, adjustable and well vented - a genuinely exceptional helmet that manages to improve on an already superb one." by George Hill (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) The 7 Best Pinion Bikepacking Bikes & Touring Bikes in North America (USA) "Pinion bikepacking bikes are becoming increasingly popular as they eliminate one of the most frustrating parts of any bike the derailleur." by Alee Denham (cyclingabout.com) (Image Credit not Found) Paid Subscription
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Adam Yates wins the Tour de Suisse, João Almeida takes the concluding chrono "Tour de France the next stop for the UAE Emirates duo." By Rob Sturney (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) What message did Pogacar send to UAE teammates Yates and Almeida after their standout performances in Switzerland? And what does this mean for the Tour? "He’s been sending messages all the time, about everything really,” Yates says with a smile. “But he must be busy with his training and preparations, so we will see him in a few days." By Bram van der Ploeg (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit UAE Team Emirates) Demi Vollering wins the mountain time trial on stage 2 of the Tour de Suisse Women "The SD Worx Protime rider takes back-to-back stage wins in Villars-sur-Ollon and extends her overall lead." By Joseph Lycett (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Paid Subscription
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2024 Tour de Suisse Live Stream "2024 Tour de Suisse June 9-18, Switzerland, Stage 8 ITT (Aigle → Villars-sur-Ollon, 15.7km). Live
video Sunday
from 3:00pm CET (9:00am U.S. Eastern), 6:00am Pacific.
Finish
at around 8:00am Pacific.
The
race will be shown on FloBikes starting at 6:00am Pacific."
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June 16,
2024
Giovanni Aleotti wins Tour of Slovenia as Ben Healy attacks to win final stage "Irishman scores first win of 2024 in Novo Mesto as Italian defends lead in the hills." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Has Visma selected their '8' for the Tour de France? "An official announcement does not exist at the time being, but after several weeks training at altitude in the French ski station, it is virtually confirmed that both van Aert and defending champion Vingegaard will race the Tour." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Photo: X) The National Time Trial Championship once again presents a logistical puzzle for Vollering "Right now, I feel strong and capable, but if I start to feel worn out over the next few days, I might skip the time trial." By Sjoerd Valkering (idlprocycling.com) (screenshot) Look Keo Blade Ceramic Ti pedals "Expensive, but impressive performance and a very low overall weight." By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) The 16 Best Electric Bikes for Every Kind of Ride "We tested the best electric bikes in every category - commuting, mountain biking, foldable, cruisers, and more." Adrienne So (wired.com) Photograph: Will Matsuda Paid Subscription
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2024 Tour of Slovenia Live Stream "2024 Tour of Slovenia June 12-16 Stage 5 (Šentjernej → Novo mesto, 156.9km) Live
video Sunday
from 12:45pm CET (6:45am U.S. Eastern), 3:45am Pacific.
Finish
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The
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June 16,
2024
Merlier beats Philipsen in Baloise Belgium Tour final stage sprint showdown "Top Belgian sprinters battle in Brussels as Wærenskjold seals overall race victory." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) European champion Mischa Bredewold set to stay with SD Worx Protime until 2027 "Considered one of the up and coming new prospects, Bredewold will attempt to succeed the leaving Demi Vollering in her leadership role." By Ondrej Zhasil (cyclinguptodate.com) (Photo: X) Visma Lease a Bike reflects in Switzerland: "The best Kelderman has to offer' and "The Uijtdebroeks process" "Matteo Jorgenson was the team's top finisher at second place in the Critérium du Dauphiné, while in the Tour of Switzerland, Wilco Kelderman claimed ninth place, pulling his weight for the team." By Bram van der Ploeg (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) One setback after another for Lidl Trek's Tour de France team "As the Tour de France approaches, many teams face uncertainties. Illnesses and crashes are annual occurrences, but this season's widespread crashes seem to add an extra layer of challenge." By Bram van der Ploeg (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit racing.trekbikes.com) Best cycling shorts for men 2024: Bike bib shorts for comfortable riding "The best cycling shorts will keep you comfortable, look great and support your muscles too." By Stefan Abram (cyclingweekly.com)(Image credit: Future) Paid Subscription
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2024 Baloise Tour of Belgium Live Stream "2024 Baloise Tour of Belgium Belgium, June 12-16. Stage 5 (Brussel → Brussel, 186.2km). Live
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