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Column One
July 6, 2025
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Mathieu van der Poel holds of Tadej Pogačar to win in Boulogne-sur-Mer


"Jonas Vingegaard third as Van der Poel inherits maillot jaune from teammate Philipsen."
By Fin Major (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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GC Update 2025 Tour de France - Mathieu van der Poel takes the Yellow Jersey on stage 2


"We have had two incredibly exciting stages to kick off the 2025 Tour de France. Both have had a winner from Alpecin Deceuninck too."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingweekly.com)
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Neilson Powless rallies in hectic finale


"Going into the final kilometers of stage 2 of the 2025 Tour de France, Neilson Powless was in the game."
(efprocycling.com) (Credits not Found)
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Tour de France stage 3 preview: Crosswinds may jeopardize sprinters’ hopes


"Stage three of the Tour de France is a reprieve for the pure sprinters after Sunday’s lumpy, constantly up-and-down parcours."
By Flo Clifford (sports.yahoo.com) (Photo by Zac Williams/SWpix.com via rouleur.cc)
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Tour de France Stage 2 Preview


"A trip to the seaside but no picnic as another nervous stage awaits with crosswinds and rain too. The final has a series of wall-like climbs."
(inrng.com) (Image credit: ASO)
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Wiggins and Bruyneel are surprisingly critical of the 'new' Vingegaard: "He doesn’t have the confidence to sit back"


"Tadej is so confident. In these kinds of conditions, he’s on another level compared to Jonas."
By Bram van der Ploeg (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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“We had a meeting with the riders after the stage... We were all quite frustrated” - Quick Step & Evenepoel look to put stage 1 time loss behind them at Tour de France


"In a major blow to his hopes of challenging Tadej Pogacar and Jonas Vingegaard, Remco Evenepoel finds himself already 39 seconds down after stage 1."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Beeline Velo 2 Navigation Device Review - An excellent choice for anyone looking for a balanced approach to a semi-digital detox


"A navigation and speedo device that utilizes the power of your smartphone, which just adds to the joy of bike riding."
By Hannah Bussey, Paul Grele (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future)
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Tour de France Live Streams


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2025 Tour de France, July 5-27. Stage 2 (Lauwin-Planque    Boulogne-sur-Mer, 209.1kmm).

Live video Sunday from 6:00am U.S. Eastern, 3:00am Pacific.

The race will be shown on Peacock  and  FloBikes starting at about 3:00am Pacific.

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July 6, 2025
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"Mathieu was stronger at the finish today. Chapeau to him" - Tadej Pogacar made to wait for first Tour de France stage win of 2025 but takes the polka-dot jersey


"The UAE Team Emirates XRG leader was denied victory in a thrilling uphill sprint by his Spring Classics rival Mathieu van der Poel."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Imago
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Proud dad: Adrie van der Poel beams: “You have to cherish this”


"The former pro is all smiles after Stage 2, with his son Mathieu van der Poel taking the win and the yellow jersey."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Tour de France Stage 2: Could this be van der Poel’s day?


"The tough course looks like the perfect chance for the Dutchman to wrestle the yellow jersey away from teammate Jasper Philipsen."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found)
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Get yourself a half-price Tour de France bike*


"If you want a bike with Tour de France pedigree without stumping up north of 10 grand, check out these less spendy versions that are derived from the top-of-the-range models."
By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image via road.cc)
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I was coughing up blood… Three months later I rode Tour de France


"Training for Tour de France success is a task that would make an ascetic’s eyes water."
Andy McGrath (sports.yahoo.com) AP/Mosa'ab Elshamy
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Riccitello brings home overall victory in Sibiu Cycling Tour


"Young American Matthew Riccitello had no problems sealing the overall victory in the Sibiu Cycling Tour during Sunday’s final individual time trial, securing the first stage race win of his career."
(israelpremiertech.com) (Credits not Found)
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Maratona Dolomites Results: Cavallo, Bussone triumph


"Italy’s monumental Maratona dles Dolomites took place for the 38th time on Sunday morning, with Italians Luca Cavallo and Roberta Bussone triumphantly winning the 138 kilometer gran fondo in the stunning Dolomites."
Author: Dan Hood (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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With it's long history behind it, Pearson is forging a new path, and this bike is at the center of it


"Can a British brand break free from it's shop roots and take on some of the biggest manufacturers in the business?"
By Simon Richardson (cyclingweekly.com)(Image credit: Future)
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Merida Silex 400


"Very capable machine blending mountain bike geometry with drop bars and a rigid setup, an allroad bike on steroids!"
By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
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Gaciron LOOP-100 Smart Brake Taillight Review


"The Gaciron LOOP-100 demonstrates how thoughtful engineering can elevate a simple taillight into a genuinely useful safety device."
By Lars Hundley (roadbikerider.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Column Three
July 6, 2025
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Marlen Reusser wins Giro d’Italia opening time trial and takes the maglia rosa


"The Movistar rider dominates the 14.2km race in Bergamo, putting 12 seconds into her nearest rival."
By Owen Rogers (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Luc Claessen/Getty Images)
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Reusser wins opening stage of Women's Giro


"Switzerland's Marlen Reusser won stage one of the Women's Giro d'Italia to claim the first maglia rosa jersey."
Tom Mallows (bbc.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Cofidis team the victims of shocking burglary overnight at 2025 Tour de France - 11 race bikes stolen


"During the night from Saturday to Sunday, the Cofidis team fell victim to a burglary. The door of the workshop truck was forced open, and eleven LOOK Cycle bikes were stolen despite the security measures that had been put in place."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo via cyclingweekly.com
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"If someone like Pippo says he’s in pain, it means it’s serious” - Ineos Grenadiers' Tour de France starts disastrously with Filippo Ganna DNF


"Months of work, preparation and build-up were ruined in less than half a stage for Filippo Ganna on Saturday as the Italian powerhouse crashed out of the 2025 Tour de France on the opening day."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (screenshot)
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“I will definitely talk to the Saudis” - One Cycling gets huge boost as UCI confirm talks


"The UCI is preparing to engage in discussions with the Saudi investors backing the One Cycling initiative, according to UCI president David Lappartient."
By Fin Major (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Showman Simmons criticizes "boring’ cycling: "You need to give people something to watch"


"The American champion from Lidl Trek is part of a strong team in this year’s Tour de France, and the 24-year-old all-rounder never holds back his opinions."
(Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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One of the safest helmets money can buy: But that's not the only reason I loved the POC Cytal


"POC has done away with the carbon, but the design principals and features of the Cytal remain the same."
By Andy Turner (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Andy Turner)
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Inside Barry Morphew's secretive life 600 miles away from epicenter of murder investigation into wife's death


"Cave Creek residents knew Colorado murder suspect Barry Morphew by different names as he rebuilt his life 600 miles from where his wife vanished while riding her bike."
By Adam Sabes (foxnews.com) (Chaffee County Sheriff's Office and the Alamosa County Sheriff's Office)
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Giro d'Italia Women Live Streams


"Giro d’Italia Women
July 6-13. Stage 1 (ITT) (Bergamo → Bergamo. 14.2km).

Live video Sunday from 6:50am U.S. Eastern, 3:50am Pacific.

The race will be shown on Max and FloBikes starting at about 3:50am Pacific."

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Column One
July 5, 2025
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Jasper Philipsen prevails to seize first yellow jersey as Evenepoel loses time in crosswind chaos


"Windy conditions split the peloton but Pogačar, Vingegaard make front group."
By Fin Major (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Mathieu van der Poel on Stage 1: ‘It’s easier to make choices’


"The first day was meant to be a flat stage for the sprinters, but… lots happened."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Chaos as Tour de France riders crash while lunging for King of the Mountains point


"Sprint for the line ends in disaster as Cofidis pro takes the single point on offer, but crashes and takes down rival in the process."
By Dan Alexander (road.cc) (credit: TNT Sports)
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'The drag race will start really, really early' - Tour de France sprinters prepare for stage one showdown


"Which sprinter will take the race's first yellow jersey?"
By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Tour de France Stage 1 Preview


"The Tour de France starts with the yellow jersey awaiting the sprinters for the first time since 2020. Light crosswinds are forecast which could just be sufficient to split the peloton too."
(inrng.com) (Image credit: ASO)
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Tour de France Trivia


"The men’s finish this year will be unique and perhaps favor spring classics specialists over sprinters as it will visit Montmartre and ascend the highest point in Paris, Rue Lepic three times."
By Dave Campbell (cyclingwest.com) Photo © A.S.O./Billy Ceusters
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How Visma Lease a Bike can solve Tadej Pogacar problem to boost Jonas Vingegaard’s Tour de France hopes


"Between them, Tadej Pogacar and Jonas Vingegaard have won the last five Tours de France. Pogacar looked near-invincible last year as he romped to victory with a six-minute margin."
Flo Clifford (sports.yahoo.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Flo Lipowitz: The former biathlete to watch at the Tour de France


"Four reasons why Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe’s Florian Lipowitz could shake up the Tour de France on his debut – with expert insight."
By Agnes Aneboda (redbull.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Tour de France stage 2 preview: Map and profile of 209km route as Jasper Philipsen fights to keep yellow jersey


"Stage two looks tailor-made for the puncheurs of the peloton, or even its more versatile sprinters."
Flo Clifford and Lawrence Ostlere (sports.yahoo.com) (AFP via Getty Images)
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Tour de France Live Streams


"
2025 Tour de France, July 5-27. Stage 1 (Lille → Lille, 185km).

Live video Saturday from 6:30am U.S. Eastern, 3:30am Pacific.

The race will be shown on Peacock  and  FloBikes starting at about 3:30am Pacific.

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July 5, 2025
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'It was a big mistake from us' - Remco Evenepoel suffers 'stupid time loss' on Tour de France stage one


"The double Olympic champion was one of many GC riders to ship time after echelons chaos."
By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Evenepoel and Roglic out of the fight for yellow?


"Stage 1 of the 2025 Tour de France delivered high drama from the start"
By Fin Major (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Filippo Ganna abandons Tour de France after stage one crash


"The Ineos Grenadiers rider suffered concussion symptoms and is the first rider to leave the race, abandoning after an early crash."
By Owen Rogers (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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'The level is getting a bit scary' - Is it harder to win at the Tour de France in the Tadej Pogačar era?


"Peloton prepares itself to take on the Pogačar-Vingegaard supremacy."
By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Filippo Ganna abandons Tour de France after stage one crash


"The Ineos Grenadiers rider is the first rider to leave the race, abandoning after an early crash."
By Owen Rogers (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Why the dominance of Tadej Pogacar and the ‘big four’ will warp the 2025 Tour de France


"Tadej Pogacar and his fellow Slovenian Primoz Roglic make up two of the “big four,” along with Belgium’s Remco Evenepoel and the Dane Jonas Vingegaard, who all start the Tour de France for the second year in a row."
Lawrence Ostlere (sports.yahoo.com) (AP Photo)
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Top gun Pogacar targets fourth Tour de France triumph


"The Tour de France sets off Saturday with superstar Tadej Pogacar and his rival Jonas Vingegaard sharing top billing with the magnificent 3,338-kilometre route itself."
Damian MCCALL (sports.yahoo.com) (Anne-Christine POUJOULAT)
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The hottest kit you can expect to hit your local bike shop this year


"We headed to one of the biggest trade shows in cycling to find the newest tech and stand out design on it's way to a bike shop near you soon."
By Neal Hunt (cyclingweekly.com)(Image credit: Future)
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FAQs of the Tour de France: How lean? How much power? How do they pee mid-stage? All that and more explained


"Ever wondered why riders have such veiny legs? Do riders share rooms? How does a 60km ride count as a rest day? We take a look at the burning questions and those you never thought to ask."
By Chris Sidwells (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images - Tim de Waele)
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A 292g titanium crankset, the "world's lightest road cycling pedals," plus... "Of course we'll have a look!" Castelli does football with AC Milan cycling kit + loads more


"We've got some super light Ti cranks from Wert, some unusual 58g road pedals, an even more aero Canyon Aeroad and new stuff from Look, Vision and Classified to show you this week."
By Rebecca Bland (road.cc) (Image via road.cc)
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Bike check: Maya Kingma's Cannondale LAB71 SuperSix EVO


"You can tell - this bike just wants to go fast"
efprocycling.com (Credits not Found)
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Column Three
July 5, 2025
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'It was super hectic - A lot of fighting:' Tour de France peloton reacts to chaotic stage one


"There were winners and losers on the opening day after the wind turned up in northern France."
By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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UCI set to approve ketones use after four-year study


"The news will prompt a mixed response in the peloton."
By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Giro d’Italia Women: Everything you need to know


"The stages and the contenders, who will the second grand tour of the women’s season?"
By Owen Rogers (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: GettLuc Claessen/Getty Images)
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New Merida Reacto aero bike pops up at the Tour de France


"Featuring a deeper set of tube profiles, the bike looks close to being market-ready."
By Liam Cahill (road.cc) (credit: Liam Cahill)
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Campagnolo Shamal Wheelset review: Wavy hoops that double up as road or gravel wheels


"Good looks, versatility and value are among the updated Shamal's many qualities."
By Andy Turner (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Andy Turner)
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Jenaya Francis shines at Volta a Portugal Feminina


"Winspace Orange Seal rider takes white jersey after strong performances in opening stages."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Winspace - Orange Seal
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Gaciron CETUS-1700 Bike Headlight Review


"For cyclists seeking high-performance illumination with thoughtful design, the Gaciron CETUS-1700 addresses several common lighting challenges."
By Lars Hundley (roadbikerider.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Carradice Bagman Expedition Saddlebag Support Rack with Quick Release


"Excellent support rack that will give you superbly stable riding even when carrying heavier loads and years of good service."
By Matt Swaine (road.cc) (Image via road.cc)
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Carradice Odyssey Saddlebag 26L


"Fantastic update that sits in Carradice's new Adventure Range and delivers excellent performance on big biking adventures."
By Matt Swaine (road.cc) (Image via road.cc)
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Giro d'Italia Women Live Streams


"Giro d’Italia Women
July 6-13. Stage 1 (ITT) (Bergamo → Bergamo. 14.2km).

Live video Sunday from 6:50am U.S. Eastern, 3:50am Pacific.

The race will be shown on Max and FloBikes starting at about 3:50am Pacific."

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Column One
July 4, 2025
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Could the 2025 Tour de France be the greatest bike race ever? road.cc's panel predicts who’s going to win cycling’s biggest race


"Who'll be wearing yellow on the Champs Élysées? We've dug out the road.cc crystal ball to (attempt to) find out."
(road.cc) (credit: ASO/Billy Ceusters)
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Tour de France Contenders


"This year’s preview feels too easy to write with the podium finishers from last year set to gather again in Paris, and quite possibly on the same step again. Is July is a fête accomplie?"
(inrng.com) (Image credit: ASO)
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Closest thing to a dead certain? Betting company offers shortest ever odds for Tadej Pogačar to win the 2025 Tour de France


"Bookies reckon the three-time winner has his best ever chance of winning at this year's Grande Boucle."
By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Road to the Tour: And the Winner Will be… Pogačar, Pogačar, and Pogačar


"You don’t have to be a rocket scientist to predict the winner of this year’s Tour de France. Barring accident, illness or a very bad day that sees him lose minutes to his rivals, Tadej Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates–XRG) will walk away with the Yellow Jersey."
By Siegfried Mortkowitz (welovecycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Tour de France 2025: Five spectacular and promising stages to look out for


"We check out five of the most unmissable stages in this year's race."
By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Pogacar chases quadruple, Thomas bids farewell - 5 Tour de France talking points


"The Tour de France will roll out of Lille on Saturday morning as 176 riders set out on the 3,320-kilometer road to Paris."
Ian Parker, PA (sports.yahoo.com) (Pete Goding/PA)
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Tour de France gold rush in Tech round up this week with special edition bikes from Bianchi, Look, Factor and more 'attainable' kit from Ribble


"Tour de France always generates plenty of buzz - for new tech, it's the moment when the world's most famous brands get creative to mark the moment."
By Luke Friend (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Factor)
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Mathieu van der Poel and Jasper Philipsen's 2025 Tour de France Canyon Aeroad CFRs


"A brace of Canyon Aeroad CFRs for Alpecin's assault on the Tour de France’s sprint stages."
By Liam Cahill (road.cc) (credit: Liam Cahill)
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Oldest surviving Tour de France yellow jersey wearer Marinelli dies at 99


"French cyclist Jacques Marinelli, the oldest surviving holder of the Tour de France yellow jersey, has died at 99. "
Photo AFP
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No aero bars, no problem: Montrealer conquers Olympic triathlon on a bike share bike


"Now that I have done one race with a Bixi, I cannot do a race with a ‘normal’ bike,” says Nicolas Malguy after completing the Mont-Tremblant Ironman 5150."
By Kristin Jenny (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Nicolas Malguy)
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New Mexico Adopts “Idaho Stop” For Cyclists


"New Mexico became the latest state to allow bicyclists to treat stop signs as yield signs and red lights as stop signs."
By Austin Fisher (ladailypost.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Column Two
July 4, 2025
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Matthew Riccitello climbs to first pro victory in Sibiu Cycling Tour


"IPT is on a roll in Sibiu Cycling Tour with American Matthew Riccitello winning Friday’s stage 2 after an impressive performance on the final climb, taking his first professional victory."
(israelpremiertech.com) (Credits not Found)
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'If we were afraid of Tadej, we wouldn't be here' - Jonas Vingegaard takes aim at Tour de France yellow jersey


"Former Tour champion says he has bulked up to become more powerful."
By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Mega Tour de France tech gallery - Absolute aero, TT tricks and weightweenie magic collide at the world's biggest bike race


"Featuring strawberries, no cream, a hulk, zip ties, 3D printed hangers and spare wheels for your car."
By Liam Cahill (road.cc) (Photos: credit: Liam Cahill)
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"I can't even imagine what kind of force would do this" - Former pro cyclist's bike "completely destroyed" during Lufthansa flight


"Tom Danielson shared a video of the damage and said he "can't even imagine what kind of force or weight would have to be applied from above to do this""
By Dan Alexander (road.cc) (credit: Twitter/Tom Danielson)
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'They just need to put it in their mouth' - Simplicity is key to Visma Lease a Bike's Tour de France nutrition plan


"More than 2,500 energy gels and bars will be consumed by Jonas Vingegaard and co. over the next month."
By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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US Teen Drivers Admit to Looking at Their Phones For 21% of Every Trip


"Distracted driving is a serious public health threat and particularly concerning among young drivers. Driving distracted doesn't just put the driver at risk of injury or death, it puts everyone else on the road in danger of an accident."
By Jess Cockerill (livescience.com) (Henri Leduc/Getty)
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Ribble launches new alloy Allroad bikes at a “more accessible price point”


"The Allroad AL and Allroad E AL are alloy endurance bikes designed to “thrive in any condition,” featuring 35mm tire clearance and "aero frame tubing." And yes, one of them is an eBike"
By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) (credit: Ribble)
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The new Oquo LTD arrives at the Tour de France


"The Lotto Dstny team will compete in the 2025 Tour de France with the new generation of Oquo LTD wheels."
By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) Photo via bikeradar.com
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Optimize Graphite Chain Wax


"Clean-running, high-performing wax for dry conditions, if you can plan ahead and allow to dry."
By Matt Page (road.cc) (Image via road.cc)
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SRAM acquires Ochain, adding chainless-feeling tech to growing brand portfolio...


"Italian startup behind the popular Ochain spider officially joins the SRAM family, but the brand and its founder will stay rooted in Italy."
Colin Field (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found)
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July 4, 2025
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'We're not entertainers enough' - Quinn Simmons calls on Tour de France peloton to embrace American approach to sport


"Lidl Trek's US champion calls for more personality in cycling."
By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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'We'll keep the option open' – Simon Yates on understudy role to Jonas Vingegaard at Tour de France


"Giro d'Italia winner says he will not 'purposefully lose time' in opening week of race."
By Tom Thewlis (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Impressive integration and bucking the trend towards shorter cranks: Julian Alaphilippe's 2025 Tour de France BMC Teammachine SLR 01


"The two-time world champ has a new team and a new bike for 2025. Here are all the juicy technical details that make up Julian Alaphilippe's BMC Teammachine SLR 01."
By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (credit: Liam Cahill)
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Tour de France Preview: What I’m Watching For By Kasia Niewiadoma


"The 112th edition of the Tour de France is just around the corner, and I honestly can’t describe how excited I am for the upcoming weeks."
By Kasia Niewiadoma (welovecycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Swiss Side launch 68mm wheelset, with improved aero and ceramic bearings, but shun composite spokes for now


"Swiss Side's new Hadron 3 wheelset incorporates the brand's latest aero research, and adds ceramic bearings but shuns composite spokes in a 68mm wheelset UCI says will be illegal in sanctioned events come 2026."
By Luke Friend (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Andy Carr)
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Strava data reveals cycling boom among Gen Z and Millennials


"With one of the biggest cycling races on the horizon, Strava - with over 150 million athletes in more than 185 countries - has released new data highlighting the rise of cycling in the UK."
By Simon Cox (bikebiz.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Check Out the $2,000 Flitedeck Smart Cockpit Handlebar for Road Cyclists


"Flitedeck is designed to integrate rather than add on. The handlebar unit spans 180×70 mm and features a high-resolution, fully weatherproof touchscreen - the largest in cycling. No more squinting at tiny screens or fussing with inadequate mounts."
By Ron Johnson (momentummag.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Riley Pickrell sprints to stage 1 victory at Sibiu Cycling Tour


"Canadian delivers for Israel Premier Tech after textbook team effort on opening day in Romania"
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Israel - Premier Tech
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David Lappartient to serve third term as UCI president unopposed


"Frenchman David Lappartient will run unopposed for a third term as UCI president, cycling's governing body said on Friday."
(sports.yahoo.com) (Fabrice Coffrini/Pool Photo via AP)
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Giro d'Italia Women Live Streams


"Giro d’Italia Women
July 6-13. Stage 1 (ITT) (Bergamo → Bergamo. 14.2km).

Live video Sunday from 6:50am U.S. Eastern, 3:50am Pacific.

The race will be shown on Max and FloBikes starting at about 3:50am Pacific."

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