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Column One
September 6, 2024
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Primož Roglič takes GC lead with solo mountain win on stage 19 of the Vuelta a España

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"The Slovenian was on imperious form on the Alto de Montcalvillo summit finish."
By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Prolific and dominating: Roglič finally back in red at the Vuelta a España

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"The Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe rider has a comfortable 1:54 on his rivals ahead of the race's final weekend."
By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) (Image credit: ASO)
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Why isn’t there a world criterium championship?

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"Imagine Mathieu van der Poel or Marianne Vos dive-bombing the corner in a tight, short circuit race."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Autopsy reveals cause of 21-year-old pro’s sudden death

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"Italian cyclist Simone Roganti died on Friday due to a heart condition."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: MG Kvis - Colors for Peace
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2024 Vuelta a Espana Live Video Feed

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"Vuelta a Espana 2024,
August 17th to September 8th, Spain - Stage 19 (Logroño  Alto de Moncalvillo, 173.5km).

Live video Friday from 8:50am Eastern, 5:50am Pacific.

Finish at around 8:20am Pacific.

The race will be shown on Peacock and FloBikes starting at about 5:50am Pacific."

(cycling.today) Powered by La FlammeRouge via procyclingstats.com (Stage profile sourced via Vuelta website) 
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Column Two
September 6, 2024
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The end of O’Connor’s red reign - a tale of grit and determination

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"The Australian hands the red jersey back to Primož Roglič after a valiant Vuelta defense."
By Stephen Puddicombe (rouleur.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
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Primoz Roglic into Red Jersey with O'Connor, Mas & Carapaz set for exciting fight for podium

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"Stage 19 of the 2024 Vuelta a Espana was the first of the last two mountain stage of the race. After nearly two weeks, Ben O'Connor's time in the Red Jersey was finally brought to an end as Primoz Roglic soloed away to the stage win and a massive time gap."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Photo via pezcyclingnews.com)
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'You can't sugarcoat it' - Luke Rowe says Ineos Grenadiers are 'underperforming'


"British squad's experienced road captain believes his team has been "overtaken" by others."
By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Why mentally broken Van Aert forced to end season despite having no fractures

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"No fractures were found in the hospital before he received further treatment in Belgium. "Van Aert is still staying in the hospital in Belgium," a post on the Visma team site explained more."
By Bram van der Ploeg (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit not Found) (screenshot)
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Wider, deeper, faster: The all-new Zipp 303 XPLR SW gravel wheels reviewed

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"Sporting a 32mm internal width, the Zipp 303 XPLR SW is designed to be the fastest gravel wheelset ever, with an aerodynamic profile designed around a very specific tire."
By Anne-Marije Rook (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Jake Rytlewski)
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Shimano hints new Cues entry-level drop bar groupset coming in "early 2025" after tech leaked in Cube gravel bike launch

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"A glimpse at the future of Shimano Cues? Components giant teases "more information will be shared in early 2025."
By Dan Alexander (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
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Vuelta stage 19 report: Red Bull puts the hammer down and Roglič reclaims red

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"The three-time Vuelta winner climbs to a stage victory and puts an end to Ben O'Connor's time in the race lead."
By Dane Cash (escapecollective.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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Dura: Test debut of Coros’ first bike computer

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"120-hour battery life, integrated solar cell, GPS navigation, and re-routing - all for €289?"
By Jan Fock (granfondo-cycling.com) Photo: Jam Richter
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The Gouach Infinite Battery claims to be fireproof, compatible with 90% of eBikes and you can repair it yourself

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"We have made this battery available to the public so that those who want to assemble or maintain their own batteries can do that."
By Alex Bowden (ebiketips.road.cc) Image by Gouach
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Column Three
September 6, 2024
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Paul Magnier pips Ethan Vernon to win Tour of Britain stage 4

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"Frenchman earns his second victory of the race, this time in Newark-on-Trent."
By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Simon Wilkinson/SWPix)
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Tour de Romandie Féminin: Elisa Balsamo wins stage 1

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"Kopecky beaten in Lausanne uphill sprint, Lippert third."
By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Remco Evenepoel on Julian Allaphillipe: ‘A legend in the history of Quick Step’

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"The Olympic champion is riding the Tour of Britain, the last race as a teammate of the Frenchman."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found)
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With an eye for Spanish talent, Equipo Kern Pharma is now conquering the Vuelta a España: "You lose the fear of the big names"

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"Equipo Kern Pharma lacks a rich history, big star riders, and a big jar of money, and it is competing in a grand tour for only the second time this year."
By Hendrik Boermans (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Are premium road bikes about to get cheaper? A brief analysis of bike prices before and after the industry's boom and bust, and what this means for you

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"Top-end and even mid-range road bikes seem more expensive than ever before; but with some brands starting to offer more affordable options, are others in danger of pricing themselves out of the market?"
By Rebecca Bland (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
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2024 Tour of Britain Live Stream

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"2024 Tour of Britain September 3-8, Stage 4 (Derby
Newark-on-Trent, 138.5km)

Live video Friday from 5:45am Eastern, 2:45am Pacific.

Finish at around 6:15am Pacific.

The race will be shown on Max and FloBikes starting at about 4:30am Pacific."

(cyclingfans.com) Powered by La FlammeRouge via procyclingstats.com
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Column One
September 5, 2024
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Urko Berrade wins solo from the breakaway on stage 18 of the Vuelta a España

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"Berrade grabs Equipo Kern Pharma’s third stage win at the Spanish team’s home Grand Tour."
By Tom Thewlis (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Equipo Kern Pharma earns its 2024 Vuelta wildcard with third stage win

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"Bad day takes Mikel Landa out of the podium fight."
By Rob Sturney (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found)
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Landa experiences afternoon of horror in own region, Berrade completes Vuelta party for Equipo Kern Pharma

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"Carapaz unleashed race in the peloton, home rider Landa is biggest casualty."
By Bram van der Ploeg (idlprocycling.com) (Image via cycling.today)
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Vuelta a España 2024 stage 19 preview - Back into the mountains

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"Will Primož Roglič be able to repeat history with another win atop the the Alto de Moncalvillo?"
By Stephen Puddicombe (rouleur.cc) (Photo by Zac Williams/SWpix.com)
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The season that never was

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"How many more opportunities will Wout van Aert get?"
By Joe Lindsey (escapecollective.com) Photo: Kramon
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2024 Vuelta a Espana Live Video Feed

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"Vuelta a Espana 2024,
August 17th to September 8th, Spain - Stage 18 (Vitoria-Gasteiz Maestu-Parque Natural de Izki, 179.5km).

Live video Thursday from 8:50am Eastern, 5:50am Pacific.

Finish at around 8:20am Pacific.

The race will be shown on Peacock and FloBikes starting at about 5:50am Pacific."

(cycling.today) Powered by La FlammeRouge via procyclingstats.com (Stage profile sourced via Vuelta website) 
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Column Two
September 5, 2024
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Tour de l'Ardeche: Nina Buijsman fastest in breakaway sprint to win stage 3

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"Thalita de Jong extends overall lead."
By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Wout van Aert forced to end season

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"Visma Lease a Bike announced the Belgian will not race anymore in 2024."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found)
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Slovenian junior crashes hard, has heart attack in Italian race

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"Paris Roubaix winner Jakob Omrzel was in critical condition at Giro della Lungiana."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found)
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Is Kaden Groves earning a sprinter's spot in Alpecin Deceuninck's Tour de France team next season?

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"With his third stage win of the race, the Alpecin Deceuninck sprinter has proven himself is the best sprinter in the Vuelta a España - what's next?"
By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) (Image credit: ASO)
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Pro Log: Primož Roglič gets Vuelta time penalty, Ineos sign Axel Laurance, Paralympic golds

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"This week's pro cycling news highlights including latest from the Vuelta, Paralympics action and Ineos's new signing."
By Robyn Davidson (cyclist.co.uk) Unipublic/Cxcling/Jose Carlos Diaz
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South African cyclists banned for doping: WADA violations reveal

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"Four amateur cyclists from South Africa have been banned by the South African Institute for Drug-Free Sport (SAIDS) after committing World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) violations."
Author: John Woodson
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Best bike locks 2024 and how to keep your bike safe

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"You love your bike, but how best to protect it from thieves when you're not about? We unpick the best bike locks."
(cyclist.co.uk) (Credits not Found)
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What size of crank arms do you need?

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"The appropriate crank arm length can be what makes you pedal perfectly."
By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Kask Elemento review - Pro helmet for a pro feel?

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"Safety, good ventilation and a timeless design - the new Kask Elemento combines all of these features to keep the rider cool."
By Tobias Kübler (granfondo-cycling.com) Photo: Jam Richter
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Topo Designs x Gravelstoke Top Tube Bag

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"Made for your race or everyday ride, the Topo Designs x Gravelstoke Top Tube Bag provides the perfect amount of storage for EDC needs."
(gravelstoke.com) (Credits not Found)
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Column Three
September 5, 2024
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Stevie Williams doubles up with Tour of Britain stage three victory

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"The Brit triumphed in an uphill sprint at the end of a wet and attritional day."
By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: SWPix / Simon Wilkinson)
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USA's Oksana Masters wins 9th Paralympic gold, her 19th medal overall

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"The former orphan defended her titles in the H4-5 time trial and H5 road race, further cementing her Paralympic legacy."
By Anne-Marije Rook (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Jorgenson and Faulkner to lead a strong Team USA at UCI Road World Championships

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"The 2024 UCI Road World Championships are held in Zurich, Switzerland, September 21-29."
By Anne-Marije Rook (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Van der Poel fit in time for European Championship after knee injury: "Mathieu is able to train again without pain"

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"Mathieu van der Poel is fit for the European Cycling Championships, whose road race will be held on Sept. 15, after his knee injury suffered in the Renewi Tour."
By Bram van der Ploeg (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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The Great Southern Country: Lachlan Morton takes on the Around Australia Record

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"Starting Sept. 5, Lachy is going to brave “The Lap,” a 14,200-kilometer attempt to circumnavigate his country in record time."
(socalcycling.com) Photos: efprocycling.com
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Richard Carapaz wants to win La Vuelta and sends warning shot: "We want to compete for the title and this was the first move"

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"Carapaz remains fourth overall, 1:46 behind red jersey O'Connor, 1:41 behind virtual leader Primoz Roglic and only 21 seconds behind Enric Mas and the podium."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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2024 Tour of Britain Live Stream

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"2024 Tour of Britain September 3-8, Stage 3 (Sheffield
Barnsley, 166km)

Live video Thursday from 5:45am Eastern, 2:45am Pacific.

Finish at around 6:50am Pacific.

The race will be shown on Max and FloBikes starting at about 5:15am Pacific."

(cyclingfans.com) Powered by La FlammeRouge via procyclingstats.com
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Kaden Groves seals hat-trick with victory on stage 17 of the Vuelta a España

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"Australian stamps dominance in Wout van Aert's absence."
By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Vuelta a España 2024 stage 18 preview - A hilly day through the Basque Country

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"A huge battle for the break is expected"
By Stephen Puddicombe (rouleur.cc) (Image credit: ASO)
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Ben O’Connor fined and loses UCI points after podium mix-up

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"The race leader said it was his own mistake but was visibly upset about the hassle."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo: Ander Gillenea/AFP via velo.outside.com
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Winners and losers of the second week of the 2024 Vuelta a España

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"Primož Roglič is breathing down the neck of Ben O'Connor in the hunt for the red jersey, but who else was lighting up week two of the Vuelta?"
By Ewan Wilson (cyclist.co.uk) (Image credit: Dario Belingheri/Getty Images)
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Will it be too many cooks or an unstoppable SD Worx Protime at the Tour de Romandie?

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"We look ahead to the next race on the Women’s WorldTour calendar."
By Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) Photos: Tornanti
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Sarah Storey slams ‘appalling’ course as Paralympics sexism row erupts

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"Storey, 46, beat home hope Heidi Gaugain - 27 years her junior - having trailed by more than seven seconds after 5.8km of the 14.1km course in the eastern suburbs of Clichy-sous-bois. The men’s C5 event is double the distance, comprising two laps of the same course"
Gareth A Davies (sports.yahoo.com) Getty Images/Michael Steele
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2024 Vuelta a Espana Live Video Feed

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"Vuelta a Espana 2024,
August 17th to September 8th, Spain - Stage 17 (Arnuero Santander, 141.5km).

Live video Wednesday from 8:50am Eastern, 5:50am Pacific.

Finish at around 8:20am Pacific.

The race will be shown on Peacock and FloBikes starting at about 5:50am Pacific."

(cycling.today) Powered by La FlammeRouge via procyclingstats.com (Stage profile sourced via Vuelta website) 
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Vuelta a España 2024 stage 17 preview - Sprint or a break?

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"With a 70km run-in to the finish, a bunch sprint looks likely, unless a number of escapees can build a lead over the peloton."
By Stephen Puddicombe (rouleur.cc) Photo: SWpix.com
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Column Two
September 4, 2024
Doug Report Cycling Daily






4 Vuelta a España storylines to follow in the final week

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"It’s shaping up to be an exciting finish to the Vuelta, but there’s more going on than the fight for red."
By Robyn Davidson (cyclist.co.uk) Unipublic/Cxcling/Tony Baixauli
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Van Aert needs "intensive care" after Vuelta crash, season outlook unclear

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"Wout van Aert suffered a very severe injury to his right knee when he crashed against a wall at the roadside on a wet descent."
(stickybottle.com) (Photo: Unipublic Cxcling-Toni Baixauli)
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‘They told my wife I might not make it’ - Jay Vine’s remarkable recovery from spinal injury to Vuelta a España protagonist

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"After a near-fatal crash at Itzulia Basque Country earlier in the year, Jay Vine speaks to Rouleur about his recovery, fatherhood and getting back to racing."
By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) (Photo by Zac Williams/SWpix.com)
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Behold, Remco Evenepoel’s tasteful new golden gear.

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"Rainbows, gold and all things bold."
By Iain Treloar (escapecollective.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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The best value road bike of the decade so far? Cube’s new Attain C:62 SLT with Ultegra Di2 shifting launches with €2,999 price tag

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"The German brand has launched an all new carbon Attain, along with a revamp of its Nuroad gravel models. With the carbon Attain priced at around £2,500 with Ultegra Di2 shifting, is this another sign that bike prices are still coming down?"
By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
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Shimano RX801 gravel shoe review - A gravel racing specialist

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"Shimano’s flagship RX810 gravel shoe blends enhanced fit with a rigid carbon sole and lightweight construction resulting in unrivaled gravel racing performance. There's just one problem though."
By Graham Cottingham (bikeperfect.com) (Image credit: Graham Cottingham)
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Bling wheels from Enve, Merida magic and a top quality kids bike: road.cc Recommends updated with ten top cycling products

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"We've a healthy spread of stuff in our August Recommends selection, with all these products scoring rather good, very good or excellent (and even one getting a perfect 10) in road.cc reviews."
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The Van Rysel NCR CF Apex is an unbeatable Allroad with electronic shifting

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"That all eyes are on the spectacular Van Rysel RCR Pro like the one Ben O'Connor is using to lead much of La Vuelta 2024 makes other machines from the Decathlon catalog go unnoticed."
By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image Credit via road.cc)
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Smith Wildcat Eyewear - Current Features, Classic Style

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"Smith reports that the lens is 140mm wide and 62mm tall. They offer roughly a dozen different lens colors and most feature ChromaPop, which is Smith’s technology to enhance color and clarity."
By Padraig (cyclingindependent.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Rapid fire review: Dynaplug Racer Pro

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"A sleek design that packs in a whole lot of function."
By Terry McKall (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found)
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Column Three
September 4, 2024
Doug Report Cycling Daily






Stevie Williams outsprints Julian Alaphilippe to win stage 2 of the Tour of Britain Men and take over the race lead

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"Williams comes out on top in Redcar against former two-time World Champion."
By Tom Thewlis (cyclingweekly.com) Photo: SWpix.com
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Tour of Britain stage 3 - Can Stephen Williams hold off the Quick Step offense of Julian Alaphilippe and Remco Evenepoel

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"Stage 3 has a hard start in Sheffield where strong riders can go up the road. Even if not, a sprint is definitely no certain in the finale into Barnsley where there are several small ascents and a 400-meter long uphill ramp to the finish line that can be quite exciting."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Simon Wilkinson/SWpix.com via cyclingnews.com)
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Superstars returning and rivalries reigniting: Why 2025 has the makings to be the best ever Women’s WorldTour season

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"There are big changes ahead for the women’s peloton next year."
By Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) Photos: Tornanti
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Box Hill Strava KOM smashed (again) as cyclist conquers iconic climb at 33.7km/h

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"Former Irish champion Rory Townsend had taken the coveted crown last week, but has already been usurped after a bonkers effort from Foran CT riders, with Dom Jackson knocking eight seconds off the previous record."
By Adwitiya Pal (road.cc) (Image Credit Supplied)
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How Did Road Cycling Viewing Compare to the Most Popular Sports at the 2024 Olympics?

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"The races also attracted a huge live audience – around half a million spectators stood along the streets of Paris."
(pezcyclingnews.com) (Credits not Found)
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Cannondale Topstone vs SuperSix Evo SE: The best Cannondale gravel bike in 2024

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"Which of Cannondale's two gravel bike is right for you?"
By Paul Norman (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)
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6 things you need to know about Zwift this season

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"Time to hang up the summer wheels and turn on the fan... here's what's changing on the biggest indoor cycling platform of the lot."
By Dave Atkinson (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
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SRM X-Power road pedals powermeter

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"A highly accurate, no-frills pedal power meter built to go the distance."
By Aaron Borrill (off.road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
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2024 Tour of Britain Live Stream

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"2024 Tour of Britain September 3-8, Stage 2 (Darlington
Redcar, 1521km)

Live video Wednesday from 5:45am Eastern, 2:45am Pacific.

Finish at around 6:30am Pacific.

The race will be shown on Max and FloBikes starting at about 4:30am Pacific."

(cyclingfans.com) Powered by La FlammeRouge via procyclingstats.com
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