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Pavel Bittner pips Wout van Aert to win bunch sprint on stage 5 of the Vuelta a España "21-year-old takes just third career victory on Grand Tour debut." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Wout van Aert frustrated - "I had the victory in my own hands and I threw my bike too early" "For Wout van Aert it was second place on stage 5 of the 2024 Vuelta a Espana as the Team Visma Lease a Bike superstar was narrowly edged out in a thrilling finale by Team DSM Firmenich PostNL's Grand Tour debutant, Pavel Bittner." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: CRISTINA QUICLER/AFP via Getty Images via velo.outside.com) Proving the critics wrong once again: Team DSM Firmenich PostNL's latest Grand Tour win "The 21-year-old Czech rider continues DSM's Grand Tour win habit." By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Photo: SWpix.com Rui Costa abandons the 2024 Vuelta a Espana after crash inside final 10km on stage 5 "The Portuguese national champion Rui Costa has sadly abandoned the 2024 Vuelta a Espana after a crash inside the final 10km of stage 5. " By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) Vuelta a España 2024 stage five preview - A sprint into Seville "A flat 20km into the finish means this stage looks likely to be one for the sprinters." By Stephen Puddicombe (rouleur.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Analysis: Why Primoz Roglic Always Excels in Spain "Roglič, now poised to chase a historic fourth Vuelta title, displayed the same tactical brilliance and sheer power that has marked his previous victories. " By Fin Major (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale Team fire boss Vincent Lavenu reportedly in relation to Franck Bonnamour's doping case "Big news emerging from France as according to reports by L'Equipe, Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale has fired their former team boss and founder Vincent Lavenu." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Photo: X @lequipe) This protein makes you want (or not) to ride a bike "Spanish scientists from the National Center for Oncological Research (CNIO) have discovered a couple of proteins that apparently stimulate or inhibit the need to exercise." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image Credit not Found) Return of the 1″ Threaded Headset: Wilde x Cane Creek, Rene Herse Launch Premium Models "While the majority of the industry seems intensely focused on marginal gains at any cost, a few brands are keeping it classic - and classy." By Zach Overholt (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) Paid Subscription
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2024 Vuelta a Espana Live Video Feed "Vuelta a Espana 2024, August 17th-September 8th, Spain - Stage 5 (Fuente del Maestre → Sevilla, 177km). Live
video Wednesday from 8:45am U.S. Eastern, 5:45am
Pacific.
Finish
at around 8:20am Pacific.
The race will be shown on
Peacock and FloBikes starting at about 5:50am Pacific."
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August
21, 2024
Deutschland Tour: Jonathan Milan edges Mads Pedersen to win prologue "Italian leads Lidl Trek 1-2 in 2.9 kilometer opener." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Elizabeth Castaño claims first stage of Vuelta a Colombia Femenina in Cartagena "Elizabeth Castaño of Colombia Potencia de la Vida secured victory in the opening stage of the Vuelta a Colombia Femenina today, navigating a rain-soaked 101.9-kilometre route around Cartagena." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) photo via copaci.org A new era emerges: meet the rising talent that stole the show at the Tour de France Femmes "A familiar face may have won the race, but rising stars shone brightest. Here are the names you'll want to remember in the seasons ahead." By Anne-Marije Rook (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Pauline Ferrand-Prévot will continue mountain biking during transition to road cycling "Pauline Ferrand-Prévot is reportedly looking ahead to the 2025 road racing season with Visma Lease a Bike while still competing in mountain biking events." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Joaquím Rodríguez opinion on UAE/Juan Ayuso situation: "I think that this situation is bad for both parties" "One of the most authoritative voices in cycling, especially Spanish, Joaquim Rodriguez: "I hope it is settled because Ayuso is a great rider, he is in a great team, and I think that this situation is bad for both parties." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Imago Michel Hessmann given seven-month suspension in diuretic doping case "Visma Lease a Bike announced that rider will not return to team." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) Matthew Richardson’s GB defection row
deepens as Australia look at longer period of
ineligibility...
Australian cycling ‘let down’ and ‘blindsided’ by Matthew Richardson’s shock switch to GB "Matthew Richardson’s decision to switch allegiance to Great Britain has “blindsided” and “let down” Cycling Australia, says two-time Commonwealth gold medal winner Katherine Bates." by michael jones (sports.yahoo.com) (Photo: EPA) Van Rysel RCR Pro review - Is it a superbike killer? "The most hyped bike of 2024 ridden and reviewed. Does it live up to expectations?" By Joe Baker (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future (Richard Butcher)) Miche Kleos RD 50mm Tubeless Wheelset "Not the lightest, but a stunning ride quality and a high-end build." By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Shimano's electronic transmission could be hacked remotely without leaving a trace - Solution coming "Shimano has announced a firmware update aimed at eliminating vulnerabilities. The company, which has collaborated with researchers to develop this patch, has begun using this solution in its elite teams. Likewise, it has ensured that it will also be available to all cyclists by the end of August." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image Credit not Found) Bike and cycling clothing prices slashed in summer clearance sales - Huge discounts spotted at Wiggle, Trek, Rapha, Evans Cycles and more "A great time to find a bargain? Host of cycling brands cut prices by up to 80% across kit, tech, components and bikes." By Dan Alexander (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) No. 22 Bicycle Company launches crazy Titanium Reactor Aero Prototype Bike "The current prototype is a fully 3D printed frame, printed monolithically from Grade 5 titanium powder, save for the seat tube." By JOM (gravelcyclist.com) (Image Credit not Found) HPC Trailblazer Pro Review - “High Powered Cycles” Is Right "The 1800W option can go up to 40 mph, but make sure to see where it’s legal to use that first." By: Griffin Hales (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found) Lidl Deutschland Tour Live Stats "Lidl Deutschland Tour, Prologue (Schweinfurt → Schweinfurt, 2.9km). Video
starts Wednesday at about 8:00am Eastern, 5:00am Pacific.
The
race will be shown on FloBikes starting at about 5:05am
Pacific."
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August
21, 2024
Videos
Brilliant Joseph Blackmore triumphs on stage 4 summit finish at 2024 Tour de l'Avenir taking control of the Maillot Jaune "Great Britain's Joseph Blackmore has taken a summit victory on stage 4 of the 2024 Tour de l'Avenir, moving into the Maillot Jaune as new race leader as a result. " By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Photo: Thomas Sisk - Pool/Getty Images via rouleur.cc) Bella Holmgren second at Tour de l’Avenir prologue "Canadian had strong ride at the opening hilly prologue." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Matthew Riccitello continues to show big promise by matching the best on vicious stage 4 finale at La Vuelta "Israel Premier Tech's Matthew Riccitello has been having a real breakthrough in recent months. After starring at the Tour de Suisse earlier this summer, the 22-year-old American matched the likes of Primoz Roglic and Joao Almeida on the first summit finish of the 2024 Vuelta a Espana." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Photo: X/Israel Premier Tech) La Gazzetta dello Sport: "Jonas Vingegaard unlikely to return to action in 2024" "The Danish leader won the Tour of Poland last Sunday, which could be the final stage of his eventful season." By Hendrik Boermans (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit not Found) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Edvald Boasson Hagen Announces End of Season Retirement "Norwegian calls time on career that yielded 81 victories." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Robert Stannard insists 'no evidence of wrongdoing' as he returns to cycling after anti-doping rule violation "Australian is set to ride Tour of Britain in first race back after serving backdated four-year ban for Bahrain Victorious" By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Campagnolo Super Record WRL goes wireless and ditches thumb shifters, but at what cost? "Has the move to wireless shifting for Campagnolo's premium Super Record groupset improved the rider experience?" By Tim Russon (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Andy Jones) German mad at Italian at Tour de l’Avenir: ‘He agreed that I would win’ "Ole Theiler devastated after Ludovico Crescioli doesn’t pull, but sprints to victory." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) 4 new Italian amateurs sentenced for anti-doping violations, 2 for EPO "The Italian National Anti-Doping Prosecutors Office (PNA) has announced the successful prosecution of four more amateur cyclists after they committed anti-doping violations, including using Erythropoietin (EPO), and banned them from participating in sport in any capacity." Author: John Woodson (granfondodailynews.com) Photo Credit: Youtube/luciano bergfanteam Sport integrity commissioner’s office criticizes working conditions at Cycling Canada "Report cited issues such as high staff turnover, gender-related disparities, and inadequate support for work-life balance." (cyclingmagazine.ca) A Chat with Brian Palmer of The Washing Machine Post "The mastermind behind TWMP is one Brian Palmer, a genuine cyclist connoisseur living on The Queen of the Herbies, Islay." (discerningcyclist.com) (Credits not Found) Old worn-out eBike batteries: Repair, recycle, refurbish or replace? "What are your options when you need a new battery for your electric bike?" By Richard Peace (ebiketips.road.cc) photo by dave atkinson 2024 Tour de l’Avenir Live Video Feed "Tour de l'Avenir 2024 - Stage 4 (Peisey-Vallandry → La Rosière, 70.7km). Video
starts Wednesday at about 9:00am U.S. Eastern, 6:00am
Pacific.
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Primož Roglič edges sprint on Pico Villuercas to win stage four of Vuelta a España "Three-time Vuelta winner takes over the overall lead after beating Lennert van Eetvelt and João Almeida." By Tom Thewlis (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Roglič Romps Into Red! "Stage and lead for the Slovenian." By Alastair Hamilton (pezcyclingnews.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Finding form or fighting fatigue? The GC contenders on the backfoot after the Vuelta's first summit finish "The finale of stage four may have revealed some tired legs from the Tour." By Stephen Puddicombe (rouleur.cc) (Photo by Zac Williams/SWpix.com) Vuelta a España 2024 stage four preview - The first summit finish "As early as stage four the peloton will face their first mountain test." By Stephen Puddicombe (rouleur.cc) (Image credit: ASO) Olympic champion Tom Pidcock confirmed for mountain bike world title defense "Pidcock to head up British team at Andorra World Championships next week." By Tom Thewlis (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) New Trek Checkpoint and Checkmate SLR: Adventure and competition gravel bikes "Trek strengthens its gravel offer with the renewal of the Checkpoint and the new Checkmate SLR." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image Credit not Found) Paid Subscription
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2024 Vuelta a Espana Live Video Feed "Vuelta a Espana 2024, August 17th-September 8th, Spain - Stage 4 (Plasencia → Pico Villuercas, 170.5km). Live
video Tuesday from 8:40am U.S. Eastern, 5:40am Pacific.
Finish
at around 8:20am Pacific.
The race will be shown on
Peacock and FloBikes starting at about 5:50am Pacific."
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August
20, 2024
Podcasts,
Photos
The return of Roglification: Primož Roglič is back on top at the Vuelta, and it's an ominous sign for everyone else "The Slovenian won in trademark fashion on the race's first summit finish." By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) Photos: Unipublic/Naike Ereñozaga/Sprint Cycling Agency Tour de France Femmes reflections: Winners, losers and future stars "The Tour de France Femmes 2024 was the tightest race in Tour history, and saw fan favorites win, bookies' favorites lose and stars rise." By Robyn Davidson (cyclist.co.uk) Julien De Rosa/AFP via Getty Images Kasia Niewiadoma and Tadej Pogačar both finished in yellow - But the Tour de France Femmes winner took home less than a tenth of the prize money "How much did Kasia Niewiadoma and Tadej Pogačar earn for winning the iconic yellow jersey?" By Anne-Marije Rook (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Pro Log: Tour de France Femmes, Julian Alaphilippe signs with Tudor Pro Cycling and Track sprinter Matthew Richardson switches from Australia to Great Britain "This week's pro cycling news highlights, including Kasia Niewiadoma, track sprinter Matthew Richardson's nationality swap and news of Julian Alaphilippe's future." By Robyn Davidson (cyclist.co.uk) A.S.O./Thomas Maheux Marlen Reusser faces another setback, will miss Worlds this year "The Swiss rider, who had already withdrawn from both the Olympic Games and the Tour de France Femmes, continues to struggle with her health and will miss the upcoming World Championships in her home country." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) Joan Minder/13Photo via cyclist.co.uk On Your Toes! Two Other Stage Races This Week: Tour Poitou - Charentes into Lidl Deutschland Tour "The races just don”t stop." By Ursula (podiumcafe.com) Photo by Dario Belingheri/Getty Images All the pro peloton transfers for 2025: Riejanne Markus joins Lidl Trek "Keep up to date with all the latest confirmed transfers with Cycling Weekly." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Results: 2024 Go Fast in Upland Criterium "In the Pro Men’s race, Cory Lockwood (Miami Blazers) lapped the field to take win, while Holly Breck (DNA Pro Cycling) took the win in the Women’s 1-3 race." (socalcycling.com) Photo – Frank Sarate / SoCalCycling.com Did a Major Bike Brand Just Patent the Future of Cycling Technology? "Or does Shimano’s automatic cleat-shifting concept portend on-bike electronics jumping the shark?" By Steve Mazzucchi (gearpatrol.com) Photo: Shimano Fizik Vento Antares R1 Adaptive Saddle Review "The Vento Antares Adaptive, the saddle takes the general shape of the standard Antares but the foam padding is replaced by a 3D printed lattice. The benefit of 3D printing is the ability to perfectly define and transition between padding zones." By Brandon Bilyeu (roadbikerider.com) (Image Credit not Found) Column
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August
20, 2024
Patrick Lefevere: ‘Julian Alaphilippe is like a child of the family you’re giving up’ "The Soudal (T-Rex?) Quick Step boss spoke of his star riding leaving the team." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Alaphilippe signs with Tudor Pro Cycling and Contador explains his "divorce" from Soudal Quick Step "Contador speaks of an intentional strategy by Lefevere to lower the market price of the cyclist in search of a lower renewal." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Photo: Charly Lopez) Conversations between Juan Ayuso and Movistar Team: Is it the possible bombshell of the cycling market? "As it has been known since the last Tour de France, where he abandoned by his own decision after contracting covid, there has seemingly been some tension within UAE Team Emirates and the Spaniard was ultimately not taken to the Vuelta a España." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Proshots After receiving back-dated doping suspension, Robert Stannard to ride with Bahrain Victorious "Australian cyclist is listed on WorldTour team’s roster." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) ( (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Rudy Project Tralyx + White Gloss - ImpactX Photochromic 2 Laser Purple "Great pair of glasses with infinite adjustability and a really reactive photochromic lens." B (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)y Ollie Smith Review: Pedal Mafia Short Finger Glove "As most road riders prefer, I like a glove that has a simple design while sporting a small amount of padding in the palm." CJ Rudy By CJ Rudy (creakybottombracket.com) (Image Credit not Found) SQLab One11 Insoles Review "SQLab is known for their saddles and handlebar grips. They also manufacture bar ends, stems, apparel, pedals, insoles and other cycling accessories. For this review, we have chosen the One11 Insoles to test." By Rick Schultz (roadbikerider.com) (Image Credit not Found) New Fox Transfer Neo Dropper Post Claims Fastest Wireless Connectivity in Cycling "It’s a wireless dropper post with a unique battery configuration, but it’s the wireless protocol that may be the most interesting (and surprising) part." By Zach Overholt (bikerumor.com) Best gravel bike shoes 2024 reviewed by our experts "Cyclist's expert reviews and recommends the best gravel cycling shoes on the market." By Katherine Moore (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found) 2024 Tour de l’Avenir Live Video Feed "Tour de l'Avenir 2024 - Stage 3 (Mouchard → Plateau d'Hauteville, 170.2km). Video
starts Tuesday at about 9:00am U.S. Eastern, 6:00am
Pacific.
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Wout van Aert sprints to victory on stage 3 of the Vuelta a España "Belgian takes first win since returning from injury." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Wout van Aert soars in the Vuelta's red jersey "The Belgian executed a perfect sprint on stage three to end his drought of victories." By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) (Photo by Zac Williams/SWpix.com) Vuelta a España 2024 stage three preview - The final stage in Portugal "Another sprint is on the cards in the Vuelta's last day in Portugal." By Stephen Puddicombe (rouleur.cc) (Image credit: Getty Images) Vuelta blunder as Van Aert is wrongly awarded the green jersey: "I saw on TV that it didn't make sense" "Somehow, the Vuelta organizers, who awarded the green jersey to Van Aert instead of Groves. "I actually knew it wasn’t right, but they insisted on bringing me up to the podium," Van Aert laughed in an interview with VTM." By Bram van der Ploeg (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit not Found) Medical tests reveal fractured hip for Dylan van Baarle after Vuelta a Espana abandon "Team Visma Lease a Bike's Dylan van Baarle became the first abandon of the 2024 Vuelta a Espana on stage 2 after being caught up in a crash that also brought Rainer Kepplinger to the ground." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (screenshot) Pro cyclist slams "drunk fan" for causing chaotic Vuelta a España crash "Lidl Trek rider missed out on chance to sprint for the race lead after "annoying" crash on final climb, spectator behavior again making headlines for all the wrong reasons." By Dan Alexander (road.cc) (Eurosport) Paid Subscription
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2024 Vuelta a Espana Live Video Feed "Vuelta a Espana 2024, August 17th-September 8th, Spain - Stage 3 (Lousã → Castelo Branco, 191.5km). Live
video Monday from 8:45am U.S. Eastern, 5:45am Pacific.
Finish
at around 8:20am Pacific.
The race will be shown on
Peacock and FloBikes starting at about 5:50am Pacific."
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August
19, 2024
Dear Tour de France Femmes: We need to have a chat "Kasia Niewiadoma made history in a finish for the ages… (but it was very stressful, OK)." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Tour de France Femmes/X The smallest margin of victory in Tour de France history: Tour de France Femmes was won by 4 seconds "Kasia Niewiadoma claimed the yellow jersey in nail-biting battle with Demi Vollering on Alpe d'Huez." By Anne-Marije Rook (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo: Gruber Images)/Escape) The best race ever: Inside the Tour de France Femmes from the top of Alpe d’Huez "Rachel Jary describes what it was like to witness a historic battle between Demi Vollering and Kasia Niewiadoma on one of the sport's most famous mountains." By Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) Photos: Tornanti "I stopped to pee, and the commissaries blocked me from coming back to the peloton" - Evita Muzic misses out on Tour de France Femmes podium after controversy "French FDJ SUEZ rider moves up to fourth in final overall standings with the podium performance on final stage." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) From stage winners to GC players: How Fenix Deceuninck has become one of the most successful teams in the Tour de France Femmes "The Belgian team impressed throughout the Tour becoming key animators in the GC battle." By Amy Jones (rouleur.cc) Photos: Tornanti The changing of the guard is near for Van der Breggen and Vollering: "We really tried to get her to stay" "After 2024, Vollering and the team will part ways, leading to the unusual situation where Vollering’s current coach, Anna van der Breggen, will be competing against her former protégé while still with SD Worx." By Sjoerd Valkering (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: ASO) Crane E-NE SBR Bell "Excellent quality bell for drop bars with a nice long and gentle ring." By Suvi Loponen (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Fizik Vento Powerstrap Aeroweave "The combination of super-stiff sole and soft, breathable upper creates a high-performance hot-weather shoe." By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Bike edition! Five cool bikes coming soon from Pinarello, Ribble, Cervélo, Orro and Mason Cycles "Ranging from £1,999 to £12,600, we’re currently testing some exciting bikes. Full reviews are on the way." By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) New BMC URS 2025: a gravel bike with MTB spirit "A new version in which the geometry has been completely updated to get closer than ever to MTB. In addition, it adds suspension power and fork to its particular rear micro-suspension system MTT." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image Credit not Found) Fearless Bikes Releases New Steel Version of the Vulture Gravel / Adventure Bike "The MK2 is a big tire gravel bike designed to be ridden all day covering many miles. The geometry is a little slacker on the MK2, and it runs a more compact frame, improving standover clearance." By Ron Frazelle (bikerumor.com) (Photos / Fearless Bikes) Will light eMTBs soon be history? - The 6 most important findings from our 2024 light eMTB comparison test "We put 9 of the hottest light eMTBs through the wringer to find out how they fare in the most diverse riding situations." By Mike Hunger (ebike-mtb.com) Photo: Peter Walker Column
Three
August
19, 2024
Videos
Henrik Pedersen into race lead at 2024 Tour de l'Avenir after brilliant breakaway stage win "The breakaway prevailed on stage 1 of the 2024 Tour de l'Avenir as Henrik Pedersen took the win, and after the small gaps created by the opening prologue, the Maillot Jaune as well. " By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (tourdelavenir.com) Julian Alaphilippe signs three-year contract with Swiss ProTeam Tudor "French swashbuckler leaves Soudal Quick Step after eleven seasons." By Rob Sturney (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) All the pro peloton transfers for 2025: Ethan Hayter joins Soudal Quick-Step "Keep up to date with all the latest confirmed transfers with Cycling Weekly." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) Photo: SWpix.com Canadian Michael Leonard wins Tour de l’Avenir prologue "Ineos Grenadier pulls on first yellow jersey of the Tour of the Future." By Rob Sturney (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Photo: X/Tour de l'Avenir) A study confirms that ketones increase the production of EPO "A study from the University of Bath in the United Kingdom has delved into the advantages provided by ketones, the trendy supplement in the peloton when it comes to improving the cyclist's energy supply and recovery from the intense efforts of competition." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image Credit not Found) What is happening at the Ineos Grenadiers? Steve Cummings seemingly removed from Deutschland Tour as uncertainty continues regarding sports director's future "Things are not completely settled behind the scenes at the Ineos Grenadiers. Seemingly feeling the brunt of the disharmony, sports director Steve Cummings continues to be left out of races." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Former Olympic cyclist Daniela Larreal Chirinos found dead inside Las Vegas apartment "Five-time Olympic cyclist Daniela Larreal Chirinos was found dead in her Las Vegas apartment." By Isabel Keane (nypost.com) (CRIS BOURONCLE/AFP via Getty Images) Merit's Jumbo gravel bike adopts the 750d wheel standard "The odd-ball wheelsize first found after a collaboration with Moots and WTB is gaining traction." By Liam Mercer (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Shimano patents an automatic and electronic cleat adjustment "Shimano seems to be working on an automatic cleat adjustment system as revealed by the US Patent 12059058 B2 that the brand has registered. The device would be placed on the cleat and in turn on the shoe itself, allowing adjustments to be made directly while the cyclist pedals, with this information being transmitted wirelessly." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image Credit not Found) 2024 Tour de l’Avenir Live Video Feed "Tour de l'Avenir 2024 - Stage 2 (Sarrebourg → Ronchamp-Champagney, 184.5km). Video
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Pacific.
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