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June 21,
2025
João Almeida wins Tour de Suisse stage 7 in GC favorites sprint "UAE Team Emirates XRG rider keeps GC hopes alive but yellow jersey wearer Kévin Vauquelin remains favorite to score overall victory." By Vern Pitt (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Almeida earns fourth Tour de Suisse stage win in two years "Saturday’s penultimate stage of the 88th Tour de Suisse saw João Almeida beat yellow jersey Kevin Vauquelin and Oscar Onley in a summit finish sprint, turning the tables on Onley from Stage 4." By Rob Sturney (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Tour de Suisse 2025 stage 8 - Can João Almeida hunt down Kévin Vauquelin in brutal mountain time-trial? "The final day of racing is a mountain time-trial which should also coincidentally be the queen stage. The ITT is 10 kilometers long, and 9 of them will average 9% uphill." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Imago "If you have not good legs it's a nightmare" - João Almeida on second Suisse stage win and brutal final time-trial "The UAE Team Emirates - XRG rider has managed to cut off another 6 seconds from Kévin Vauquelin's lead, but still has to take back quite some time on tomorrow's ITT." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) "This is not a sport for cowards" - Pundit advises Vingegaard and Evenepoel on how to beat Pogacar at Tour "Bobby Julich says there is no doubt that Pogacar is the big favorite. It would take a very bad Tour for the UAE Team Emirates XRG star to finish the race without his third title in his pocket." By Ondrej Zhasil (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) German blood doping ring accomplice a major figure in cycling "An accomplice of doping doctor Mark S. has been working undisturbed for years at leading team Ineos Grenadiers." Von Hajo Seppelt, Sebastian Krause, Lea Löffler, Tom Mustroph und Jörg Mebus (sportschau.de) (Photo: X.com/e-Tour de Dope) Sportful Classic Jersey "Solid and stylish summer jersey for those days when speed is at best a secondary concern." By Alex Bowden (road.cc) (Image via road.cc) Tour de Suisse Live Streams "2025 Tour de Suisse June 15-22, Switzerland, Stage 7 (Neuhausen am Rheinfall → Emmetten, 207.3km) Live
video Saturday from 8:50am U.S. Eastern, 5:50am Pacific.
The
race will be shown on FloBikes starting at about 5:50am
Pacific."
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June 21,
2025
Today's
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Baloise Belgium Tour: Jenno Berckmoes in tears after winning stage 4 as Ethan Hayter loses race lead by four seconds "Hilly stage in the Ardennes shakes-up GC before final stage around Brussels." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Tadej Pogačar and Urška Žigart to star in children’s picture book "Slovenian cycling power couple will take on elves, giants and dragons in pictorial adventure." By Vern Pitt (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Hövding's airbag for cyclists is back and brand promises "new era" of safety (just don't call it a helmet), plus the world's first saddle-less bike is as bonkers as it sounds "All the hottest new tech from Hövding, Pearson, Eddy Merckx, SRM, Brompton, Martoni and more." By Dan Alexander (road.cc) (Image via road.cc) PNS collab with Colnago, Scarab handmade steel, and a reimagined classic in the latest Parlee P-Zero "Updated models from Scarab, Parlee and Pearson, a limited-edition fashion forward Colnago, wider tires from Hutchinson and new pricing plans from Rouvy." By Luke Friend (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Scarab Cycles) Expensive vs cheap brake pads: is it worth spending more to maximize your bike's braking power? We did some testing to find out "Which brake pads give you the best bang for your buck? Braking specialists Sinter were kind enough to let us borrow their testing facility to try out a whole host of options, from budget to super premium." (road.cc) (Image via road.cc) Widar drops out of GC in queen stage of Giro Next Gen won by Novák: Gruel wins in Occitanie, Prodhomme takes overall title "The seventh stage of the Giro Next Gen was won by Pavel Novák. The 20-year-old Czech rider from MBH Bank Ballan was the strongest on the summit finish at Prato Nevoso." By Hendrik Boermans (idlprocycling.com) (screenshot) Victory for Thibaud Gruel on final Route d'Occitanie stage as Nicolas Prodhomme confirms GC win "Nicolas Prodhomme has won the queen stage of La Route d'Occitanie and today he has confirmed the overall win with a confident ride." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (screenshot) This new exoskeleton improves your endurance by 40% on the bike "Hypershell has developed an exoskeleton, whose functions are managed by artificial intelligence that will allow cyclists to increase their capabilities." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) Photo via hypershell.tech Column
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June 21,
2025
Videos
Copenhagen Sprint Women: Lorena Wiebes confirms she is fastest sprinter in the women's peloton "SD Worx Protime rider beats Elisa Balsamo and Chiara Consonni in new Women's WorldTour race." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) I'm wearing the Garmin Venu X1 right now - Here's how it compares to the Apple Watch Ultra 2 "The Garmin Venu series has always been about versatility, and a marriage of exercise and communications features." Matt Evans (techradar.com) (Image credit: Future) The Index Sleep Monitor Actually Works 24 hours a Day? A Complete Test "So what happens if you wear only the Garmin Index Sleep Monitor, and no other Garmin watch, 24×7? What data does it contribute to your account? What’s missing? And how does the battery hold up?" By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker) In
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"Managing the tough times was just as important as celebrating the good ones." Luke Rowe on life as a Road Captain "Being a Road Captain isn't just about barking orders during a race, it's about keeping up morale, thinking long term and giving honest feedback." By Rob Kemp (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Why is Jonas Vingegaard focused on heat training to beat Tadej Pogacar? "When a fan, Josep Termens, spotted Jonas Vingegaard training in 30-degree heat, fully kitted out in long sleeves and tights, it sparked curiosity." (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Tour de France jerseys: Yellow, green, white and polka dot explained "We explain what the yellow, green, polka dot and white jerseys worn by riders in the Tour de France represent." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) GoPro Hero 13 Black review: Brilliant video performance with boosted HDR and great additional lenses "Can the thirteenth edition of the action camera prove to be the brands best so far?" By Andy Turner (cyclingweekly.com)(Image credit: Future) Column
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June 20,
2025
Blogs
Tour de Suisse: Jordi Meeus sprints to victory on stage 6 after breakaway caught late "Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe rider beats Davide Ballerini and Lewis Askey into second and third." By Félix Serna (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Baloise Belgium Tour: Ethan Hayter takes surprise victory over Filippo Ganna on stage 3 time trial "Filippo Ganna finishes second, having been heavily expected to win." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Five out of five for Chris Blevins and an undisputed victory for Puck Pieterse in the Short Track of Val di Sole "The Val di Sole World Cup has started with a very physical and agonizing Short Track that has left us two frenetic races." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) Photo via pinkbike.com Gear Break: Giro Imperial II Shoes, SunGod Vulcans Sunglasses, Pas Normal Studios x JJJJound, Chris King Titanium NoThreadSet, Eddy 80 Bikes & Canyon First U.S. Experience Center "What's new?" (pezcyclingnews.com) (Credits not Found) Canyon Endurace AllRoad in Review: A Do-It-All Bike "Road bike? Gravel bike? Who says you have to choose? If you’re just getting into cycling and don’t want to tie yourself down, the Canyon Endurace AllRoad gives you the best of both worlds." By Jan Richter (granfondo-cycling.com) Peter Walker Tour de Suisse Live Streams "2025 Tour de Suisse June 15-22, Switzerland, Stage 6 (Chur → Neuhausen am Rheinfall, 186.7km) Live
video Friday from 8:50am U.S. Eastern, 5:50am Pacific.
The
race will be shown on FloBikes starting at about 5:50am
Pacific."
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June 20,
2025
Podcasts,
(Plus Photos, Books, Misc)
Today's
Trending
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Nicolas Prodhomme destroys field with solo stage 3 summit finish success at La Route d'Occitanie 2025 "Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale Team's Nicolas Prodhomme has stormed to a stunning solo summit success on stage 3 of the 2025 La Route d'Occitanie, taking over the race lead in the process." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) 'A modern tribute to cycling's wildest beginning' - Ultra-cyclist attempts to ride original Tour de France in just six days "Australian Jack Thompson will aim to ride the route of the first-ever Tour on a bike equipped with just two gear ratios." By Tom Thewlis (cyclingweekly.com) Image credit: Wahoo) Belgian rider referred to UCI's ethics committee for allegedly helping another team at Giro d'Italia "Investigation comes after Dries De Bondt told the media that he deliberately aided Richard Carapaz on stage 20 of the Giro in an effort to secure a contract with EF Education EasyPost" By Tom Thewlis (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) "Some riders can still improve, but Tadej Pogacar is the best in the world" - Matxin has no doubt in UAE leader's Tour de France hopes "The 2025 Tour de France is almost upon us and there seems to be little doubt over who is the man to beat." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Dario Belingheri/Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Cyclist shot by thief after tracking down stolen bike "The thief, a local drug dealer who claimed he was “afraid” after the cyclist turned up at his house “armed and ready for violence,” was jailed for five years and ten months." By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (credit: Cleveland Police) Connex Liquid Wax "Expensive but highly effective and impressively clean for a wax-based liquid chain lubricant." By Matt Page (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) (Image via road.cc) Column
Three
June 20,
2025
"Today the rider is constantly being remotely controlled" - Marc Madiot sees removal of earpieces crucial to making cycling safer "There are very simple solutions to take. Get rid of earpieces, hide power meters, and ban GPS. If you do all that, there will be less danger, fewer people taking risks at the same time." By Ondrej Zhasil (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) UCI issues “further clarification” on new tech rules including controversial 40cm handlebar width... By printing the same changes again, with some diagrams "The governing body says the changes were made following “extensive consultation” with riders, teams, and organizers, and claims the unpopular 40cm bar rule will allow “all athletes” to compete on “high-performance and safe” equipment." By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (Image via road.cc) Haley Smith wins back-to-back gravel races in Kenya - On a mountain bike "A Trek Supercalibre with drop bars carried the Canadian to wins at the Safari Gravel Race and Migration Gravel Race. Could this be the future of gravel?" Colin Field (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Canyon launches 'beginner' sub-$1400 road bike in attempt to break down cost barriers to cycling "The Endurace AllRoad comes with a carbon fork, Shimano CUES groupset and 40mm of tire clearance" By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Canyon) 'It's going to be heartbreaking' - Ned Boulting looks ahead to final Tour de France with ITV "Commentator says he's 'in complete denial' about loss of channel's free-to-air coverage." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) In
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8.2 million calories were burned globally in 2024 on Brompton bikes "Folding bike brand celebrates 50th anniversary with open day at its London factory." By Tom Thewlis (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Brompton) Column
One
June 19,
2025
Blogs
Oscar Onley wins Tour de Suisse stage 5 as Kévin Vaquelin takes race lead "Picnic PostNL's Onley pips João Almeida on the line to take second WorldTour win." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Tour de Suisse 2025 GC Update - All change again after stage 5 "After four days in the Maillot Jaune, Romain Gregoire has finally been forced to relinquish the race lead at the 2025 Tour de Suisse on stage 5 after a thrilling mountain stage turned the race on its head." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) "He’s going to be a deadly weapon for Pogacar" - João Almeida tipped to be decisive factor in Maillot Jaune battle at 2025 Tour de France "João Almeida is showing some strong legs this week at the 2025 Tour de Suisse." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Tour de Suisse Stage 5: The queen stage is here "The fifth day of racing should see plenty of fireworks with some brutal climbing." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Tour de Suisse Afghanistan Women’s Road Championships to return in 2025 at French Nationals "For the first time since 2022, the Afghanistan Women’s Road Championships will take place again – this time under extraordinary circumstances." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Hot weather cycling: 6 tips to help you keep your cool "A spell of hot weather needn't stop you enjoying your riding, as long as you take some precautions to prevent over-heating and dehydration." By Anna Marie Abram (cyclingweekly.com)(Image credit: Future) In
The News
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Ella MacPhee finds her rhythm ahead of Val di Sole "After a strong start to the season, the U23 Canadian is confident, hungry and at the top of the standings." Colin Field (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: UCI MTB world series/Instagram Danish U23 silver medalist banned for using ‘study drug’ Ritalin "The 21 year-old tested positive after finishing second at the Danish National Championship U23 Road Race in May 2024, where he impressively powered the winning breakaway for over 150 kilometers." Author: John Woodson (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Eddy Merckx calls on Pogačar and Evenepoel to target the Hour Record "As he celebrates his 80th birthday, Eddy Merckx has thrown out a challenge to the modern peloton: he wants Tadej Pogačar and Remco Evenepoel to take on the Hour Record." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: Agence France Presse/Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Endura Men's Loop Short Sleeved Zipped Jersey - Barra Blue "Well-designed jersey that offers great all-day comfort and very good functionality at a great price." By Matt Swaine (road.cc) (Image via road.cc) Tour de Suisse Live Streams "2025 Tour de Suisse June 15-22, Switzerland, Stage 5 (La Punt → Santa Maria in Calanca, 183.8km) Live
video Thursday from 8:50am U.S. Eastern, 5:50am Pacific.
The
race will be shown on FloBikes starting at about 5:50am
Pacific."
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June 19,
2025
Today's
Trending
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Jasper Philipsen bounces back to top form with stage 2 win at Baloise Belgium Tour 2025 "Molano takes second and Berkmoes third as Philipsen reverses his stage 1 fortunes." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Mike Woods: Cycling is a cruel, cruel sport "The national champion was forced to abandon the Tour de Suisse, after a promising start to the stage race." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) UCI to trial maximum gearing rule - But will it really make racing safer? "Junior gear-style system could be entering the WorldTour with riders limited to 54x11, a move that hits SRAM setups hardest, in an attempt to improve safety." By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) (Image via road.cc) “He made it look so effortless” - Geraint Thomas marvels at Pogacar’s crushing Dauphine win "The UAE Team Emirates XRG leader didn’t just win, he made his rivals look ordinary." By Fin Major (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Million dollar MyWhoosh virtual races start in August - Anyone can enter "Running from 12-19 August the free and open to all series will consist of seven virtual stages totaling of 340 and 440 kilometers for women and men respectively." Author: Craig Sakamoto (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Does gravel racing have an aero problem? Why some are saying the need for speed is 'killing' cycling’s newest discipline "Road-inspired aero bikes, deep profile wheels, skinsuits... we're not talking the pointy end of the Tour de France, this is gravel racing in 2025. Let's examine the current trends dominating the discipline." By Aaron Borrill (road.cc) (Image via road.cc) Now that Rob Britton has won Unbound Gravel XL, what comes next? "Also, how the victory at the premier gravel race compares with his biggest success on the road." By Matthew Pioro (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Hunter Long/Life Time The Cyclist’s Secret Weapon for Weight Loss "When it comes to weight loss, many people think the only way to shed pounds is through eating a whole lot less. Which is never a lot of fun. But what if I told you there’s a secret weapon?" By Average Joe Cyclist (averagejoecyclist.com) (Image Credit not Found) BBB Valor Flux glasses "High-quality lens, a well-built frame and great value – but let down for me by a slightly too tight fit." Ollie Smith (road.cc) (Image via road.cc) Top 5 Motivational Apps Every Cyclist Should Try "Every cyclist sometimes loses the drive to get on the bike - bad weather, boring routes, or tiring routines can make pedaling feel pointless. When motivation slips, small changes matter. Certain apps for cyclists may add extra goals, track personal progress, or connect riders to share challenges and successes." (socalcycling.com) (Credits not Found) Orbea Terra gravel bike gets new geometry, UDH compatibility "The Terra has had a big redesign for 2026, but where does it sit in the gravel market? " By Rebecca Bland (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) 'Friends of mine tell me I've got a wonderful sniffer:' How one rider combines his love of cake with an obsession for riding "There's barely a day go by when MyWhoosh Big Ride Challenge rider Graham doesn't sniff out a nice little cafe with some great looking cake." By Owen Rogers (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Graham Nix) Column
Three
June 19,
2025
Videos
Tour de France 2025 route: Pyrenees triple, Mont Ventoux return and Alps climax on menu "Race to take place 5-27 July, with Grand Départ in Lille, before an anti-clockwise route." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Marijn van den Berg takes sprint win on stage 2 of La Route d'Occitanie 2025 "EF Education EasyPost's Marijn van den Berg has taken victory on stage 2 of the 2025 La Route d'Occitanie, emerging quickest of the peloton in a bunch sprint." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) Lachlan Morton hails the new generation and declares a rekindled love of road racing "The Aussie has started watching road racing since going ultra, and reveals his surprising favorite ride snack." By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Is Marlen Reusser now the biggest rival to Demi Vollering at the Tour de France Femmes? "After her victory at the Tour de Suisse, the Movistar rider has announced herself as a serious contender for the yellow jersey." By Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) Photos: Buchi Fotografie/Sam Buchi Join the Cycling Weekly Big Ride on MyWhoosh this Thursday "Add some miles to your MyWhoosh Big Ride Challenge total or simply enjoy a 45-minute indoor social spin every Thursday." (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: MyWhoosh) ‘One Cycling’ Rejected, Dauphine Tour Predictor, Pog Boring? Women’s Racing Stars, Immigration Policy & Reliance On Stars "In this week’s AIRmail newsletter, The Outer Line takes an in-depth look at trending cycling news:" By The Outer Line (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) In
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Frustration among UAE teammates: "Great that he has good legs, but too bad he doesn’t know how to help us" "Before the Tour de Suisse 2025, most eyes were on Joao Almeida of UAE Emirates XRG. Still, to everyone's surprise, the Portuguese rider was already more than three minutes behind after just one day." By Hendrik Boermans (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) "If you hurt Pogacar, you're hurting everyone" - Former Giro winner believes Visma are stronger team than UAE ahead of 2025 Tour de France "According to former Giro d'Italia winner Stefano Garzelli, it's Team Visma Lease a Bike who have the strongest team." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Imago How does Ben Perry fuel for those crazy long gravel races? "A full day in the saddle on mixed terrain means proper nutrition is crucial." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Ben Perry/Instagram Suunto Adds Track Running Mode, and 38 New Data Fields "Over the past few days Suunto has rolled out firmware updates adding a slate of data fields to their current-gen watches, plus a few new features. The big ticket feature is Track Running mode, which they announced with the Suunto Run last month." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker) Tour de France Guide "The Tour de France guide with all the stage profiles one one page, plus the race rules, points scales, time cuts and more is now online." (inrng.com) (Credits not Found) As little as a $1.00 monthly contribution is important and will help keep us online, give more if you are able! Also, clicking on the advertisements would be an additional way of helping .
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