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July 12,
2025
Jonathan Milan takes a hectic sprint win at stage 8 of the Tour de France "The peloton endure a long day in the saddle before a complicated, hectic final." By Owen Rogers (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Jonathan Milan holds off van Aert for first Tour de France win "The first Italian stage victory since 2019." By Rob Sturney (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) “They do this a lot, like they’re the only ones getting bottles:” Fuming Tadej Pogačar tells Visma Lease a Bike to “pay respect to everybody” after pushing Matteo Jorgenson in Tour de France feed zone clash "Tensions are rising between the Tour’s big two… Where’s Netflix when you need it?" By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (credit: TNT Sports) "I can't brake or use my bike properly" - Yellow jersey Pogacar may lose right-hand man João Almeida before Tour de France mountains "João Almeida, as a result of a crash on stage 7, has dropped out of GC contention - but above all, the Portuguese may not be able to arrive to the mountains depending on how his health situation evolves." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) In
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Canadian Yellow Jersey Alex Stieda Talks Tour! "As the 2025 Tour de France hots up, we take a look back to when Ed Hood talked to the first North American to wear the Tour de France yellow jersey – Canada’s Alex Stieda." By Edmond Hood (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Tour de France Live Streams "2025 Tour de France, July 5-27. Stage 8 (Saint-Méen-le-Grand → Laval (Espace Mayenne), 171.4km). 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. (cyclingfans.com) Powered by La
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July 12,
2025
Podcasts,
(Plus Photos, Books, Misc)
'I don't know what their intention was' - War of words breaks out between Tadej Pogačar and Visma Lease a Bike "Things are getting tense at the Tour de France after a feed zone incident." By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) (Image credit: Getty Images) Today's
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Marte Dolven wins historic opening stage at inaugural Tour de l'Abitibi Féminin "Norwegian also takes the brown leader’s jersey in Val-d'Or; Quebec’s Fortier and Canada’s Cousineau round out podium." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Image Nomade/Tour de l 'Things can go haywire quickly:' Jonas Vingegaard's wife says Tour de France cyclists are close to burnout - Is that actually true? "Race days are down, but altitude camps are more frequent. Are cyclists lives more intense than ever before?" By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) (Image credit: Getty Images) 'It's pretty strange': Jonathan Milan stunned by maiden Tour de France stage win "Italian sprinter beat Wout van Aert in Laval in a fast bunch kick." By Tom Thewlis (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Wout van Aert on Stage 8: ‘Nice to finally get a result’ "The Belgian superstar took second just behind Italian powerhouse Jonathan Milan, but was content with his ride." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: LOIC VENANCE/AFP via Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Can these $55 socks really "enhance performance" and make you faster on the bike? Plus some £800 3D-printed titanium shades and more top Tour de France tech. "Our weekly tech round-up, featuring hot new stuff from MAAP, Canyon, Rudy Project, Stox, Specialized, HOKA and more." By Dan Alexander (road.cc) (Image via road.cc) UCI Gravel One Fifty Results: The Dutch dominate in the dirt "Women’s World Tour pro Femke Marcus defeated Rosa Kloser of Germany in a photo finish sprint. Dutch
Continental Pro Jordan Habets, 23 years-old, held on to win,
with 22 year-old Kamiel Notebaert of Belgium earning second
place."
Author: Craig Sakamoto (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Bryton's Gardia R300L may be 31% off, but I'd buy the Magicshine SEEMEE 300 rear light instead "The one deal you need to grab before it's too late this Amazon Prime Day." By Aaron Borrill (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Magicshine) Column
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July 12,
2025
Videos
Gigante wins Giro d’Italia queen stage while an audacious moves puts Longo Borghini into the GC lead "Longo Borghini launched a stunning attack to move into the overall lead, but Gigante proves herself one of the world best climbers." By Owen Rogers (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Isaac del Toro wins third stage in a row at Tour of Austria and takes over race lead "Isaac del Toro has resumed his racing calendar at the Tour of Austria after his Giro d'Italia breakthrough and here is a level below everyone else." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) I'm very proud of them' - breakaway team-mates earn rare honor on Tour de France stage eight "TotalEnergies riders Mathieu Burgaudeau and Mattéo Vercher become only fourth duo in history to share combativity award." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) In
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here comes the dreaded doping debate Again: Danish expert
questions Tadej Pogacar’s performances
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Nimbl Ultimate Air: A no compromise shoe that comes at a price "A performance shoe with low weight and a stiff sole, but lace-ups that can't be adjusted on the fly." By Simon Richardson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Andy Turner) Sportful Classic Heritage Jersey "Stylish retro-flavored and comfortable top with a relaxed fit, though I'd have liked a zipped security pocket." by Ben Woodhouse (road.cc) (Image via road.cc) Giro d'Italia Women Live Streams "Giro d’Italia Women July 6-13. Stage 7 (Fermignano → Monte Nerone, 150km). Live
video Saturday from 6:45am U.S. Eastern, 3:45am Pacific.
The
race will be shown on Max and FloBikes starting at about
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July 11,
2025
Tadej Pogačar sprints to victory on Tour de France stage 7 in Mûr-de-Bretagne and retakes yellow jersey "Jonas Vingegaard pushed Pogačar to line but latter grabs second win in seven days." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) 'I could have been closer today' - Jonas Vingegaard loses more time to Tadej Pogačar on Tour de France stage seven "Visma Lease a Bike leader trails race lead by 1:17." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Pogacar’s explosive sprint suffocates rivals to seize stage 7 and yellow "Tadej Pogacar powered to another victory on stage 7 of the Tour de France, a 197 km hilly stage from Saint-Malo to Mûr-de-Bretagne Guerlédan. " By CTT (cycling.today) (Image Credit not Found) “If Almeida drops out, that’s a different story” - Could Almeida's crash be a turning point for Vingegaard? "Tadej Pogacar claimed victory on the Mur de Bretagne and pulled on the yellow jersey once again, but the team’s celebrations were muted after Joao Almeida was caught in a crash just 10 kilometers from the finish." By Fin Major (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) 'Where once we were at the top of the heap, we’re not anymore' - Can Ineos Grenadiers survive another Tour de France flop? "Another year, same recurring question. Only this time it feels urgent to the point of being potentially fatal: can Ineos Grenadiers, in a more delicate position than ever before in their 16-year history, survive another bad showing at the Tour de France?" By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) (Image credit: Getty Images) In
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'I'm in heaven' - Kévin Vauquelin is the Tour de France's newest darling "Fourth on GC, the Arkéa B&B Hotels rider is harnessing the home fans' love." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Mattia Cattaneo, teammate of Tour de France contender Evenepoel, withdraws from race "The versatile Cattaneo, who rides for Evenepoel's Soudal Quick-Step, was seen struggling at the back of the peloton during Friday's Stage 7 of the three-week race between Saint-Malo and Mûr-de-Bretagne." (sports.yahoo.com) (AP Photo/Mosa'ab Elshamy) (ASSOCIATED PRESS) Are bicycle tire tests lying to you? Rethinking rolling resistance and drum resting "Steel drum tests are currently the industry standard, but the more we understand about rolling resistance the more it becomes clear that they do not accurately reflect the dynamics of real road surfaces." (Image credit:By Tyler Boucher (cyclingweekly.com) Will Jones / Cycling News) Tour de France Live Streams "2025 Tour de France, July 5-27. Stage 7 (Saint-Malo → Mûr-de-Bretagne (Guerlédan), 197km). Live video Friday from 6:00am U.S. Eastern, 3:00am Pacific. The race will be shown on Peacock and FloBikes starting at about 3:00am Pacific. (cyclingfans.com) Powered by La
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July 11,
2025
Podcasts,
(Plus Photos, Books, Misc)
“Cycling is close to its Ayrton Senna moment:” Dan Bigham says “we will have blood on our hands if Pogačar or Van der Poel have a life-changing injury,” branding UCI gear restriction trial a distraction "The Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe head of engineering claims restricting gears will have no impact on race speeds, while calling for race-relevant helmet standards and real safety changes." By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (Image credit: ASO) Today's
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'It's not something I expected' - Oscar Onley finishes third to Tadej Pogačar and Jonas Vingegaard at Tour de France "Kelso-born rider now seventh on GC after tough test on Mûr-de-Bretagne." By Tyler Boucher (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Picnic Post NL) 'It's all gone to hell' - Bahrain Victorious suffer nightmare day at Tour de France "Jack Haig and Santiago Buitrago were both brought down in the same crash in the closing stages." By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) (Image credit: Getty Images) High-speed crash on Tour de France stage 7 sees João Almeida and Jack Haig hit deck "Crash on run-in to finish took several riders out of contention." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) “Sometimes I wonder how the others recover so well" - Mathieu van der Poel cracks on the Mur-de-Bretagne to lose Tour de France Maillot Jaune "For the second time this Tour de France already, Mathieu van der Poel has been forced to pass on control of the Maillot Jaune to Tadej Pogacar." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Why did Tadej Pogačar give up the yellow and polka dot jerseys at the Tour de France? "The world champion will be back in the rainbow bands for stage seven at least." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) "What on earth were Visma thinking? It was just plain stupid" - Bjarne Riis "can't fathom" Tour de France tactics & blasts "amateur" riding of Wout van Aert "The tactics of Team Visma | Lease a Bike on stage 6 of the 2025 Tour de France have been much discussed overnight." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Gear Break: Wahoo BOLT 3 and ROAM 3, Wireless Gravel from Shimano, 2 New Mixed-Terrain Bikes from Pinarello, Campy at the Tour, Special Wilier Styling for Groupama FDJ, Scope Cycling TT Wheels, Pashley's Steel Roadfinder SL "Best Kit!" (pezcyclingnews.com) (Credits not Found) Pinarello launches "lightest aero gravel bike" at 7.35kg for the top-end model, and boosts performance of Grevil F range "Pinarello has introduced a new flagship gravel bike built specifically for racing, alongside an updated Grevil F range that the brand describes as "lighter, faster, and designed to be ridden for days on end." By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (credit: Pinarello) Pinarello Grevil F launch - Is this the Pinarello gravel bike you should buy? "While it's not as light, aero or expensive as the Dogma GR, could its geo, forgiving ride quality, features, and integrated accessories make this a far more versatile off-road choice?" By Neal Hunt (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Neal Hunt) Column
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July 11,
2025
Videos
'Six is my lucky number': Liane Lippert sees double after sprinting to Giro d'Italia Women stage six victory (again) "Marlen Reusser retains pink on a relentless day in the Italian sun." By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Mont Ventoux: The magic, mystique and legend of the Giant of Provence "The bald mountain of Provence is a legendary climb, with a long history that is both tragic and glorious in equal measure. Every time the Tour de France climbs it, something spectacular is guaranteed." By Hugh Gladstone (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Watson) I'm a Yoga teacher and I'm stealing this genius $8 workout hack from Pogacar "Tadej Pogacar uses inexpensive resistance bands for his pre-race muscle activation routines. I’m snapping up a set this Amazon Prime Day while they’re still great value." By Simon Fellows (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images/UAE Team Emirates) In
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Suspension, aero frames, MTB tires... Not for me on my gravel bike, thanks "Rebecca reckons that simplicity is the real 'spirit of gravel." By Rebecca Bland (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) "I have something broken, for sure" Aleix Espargaró says goodbye to the Tour of Austria after a crash "Aleix Espargaró's debut as a professional cyclist has ended earlier than expected after an untimely fall left him out of the race." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) “We won’t sugar-coat it - We received lots of pushback:” Strava restores old URL links after backlash "We recognize not everyone (who are we kidding - no one) was happy with our decision to temporarily disable links, but we believe it was best for the product and community in the long term." By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (credit: Strava) I’ve raced the UCI eSports World Championships, and these are three indoor cycling Prime Day deals you need to grab before they're gone "It's the last day for Amazon Prime Deals, so make sure you don't miss out on these must-have indoor cycling gadgets I've found for you." By Aaron Borrill (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Wahoo) Squire Matterhorn Compact 10c D-Lock and Security Cable Kit "Light, good value, and with a Diamond Sold Secure rating, but the frame mount could be better." by Ollie Smith (road.cc) (Image via road.cc) Giro d'Italia Women Live Streams "Giro d’Italia Women July 6-13. Stage 6 (Bellaria-Igea Marina → Terre Roveresche (Orciano di Pesaro), 145km). Live
video Friday from 6:45am U.S. Eastern, 3:45am Pacific.
The
race will be shown on Max and FloBikes starting at about
3:45am Pacific."
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July 10,
2025
Blogs
Ben Healy escapes to victory on stage six of the Tour de France, as Mathieu van der Poel re-takes yellow "EF Education EasyPost attacked from the breakaway to take first Tour stage win, as race lead changes hands." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Van der Poel retakes yellow jersey from Pogačar by one second "Mathieu van der Poel was only out of the yellow jersey for a day before he retook the maillot juane from Tadej Pogačar by a single second after a successful breakaway." By Rob Sturney (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Anne-Christine Poujoulat - Pool/Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Jonas Vingegaard: "I've improved after the Dauphiné, I'm sure of that. Whether it's enough, we'll see" "Jonas Vingegaard has bounced back after a bad day at the Tour de France." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: MARCO BERTORELLO/AFP via Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Did Zwift just concede racing to MyWhoosh? Cancels flagship race series "Zwift's virtual cycling Director of Racing, Sean Parry, sent out an email recently acknowledging what many competitive Zwifties feared – the company’s commitment to racing is waning after canceling the Elite Zwift World Series." Author: Craig Sakamoto (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found) In
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"They've taken a bit of a beating” - Sergeant explains strange day for Visma at the Tour de France "Marc Sergeant offered a sharp assessment of the contenders’ performances in stage 5’s time trial, the only flat test against the clock in this year’s Tour." By Fin Major (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Please Don’t Buy The Canyon Grizl Escape ECLIPS - Do This Instead! "While I admire Canyon’s drive to innovate, I believe you can build a smarter, more versatile bike by starting with the base model Grizl and saving money in the process." by Alee Denham (cyclingabout.com) (Image Credit not Found) Tour de France Live Streams "2025 Tour de France, July 5-27. Stage 6 (Bayeux → Vire Normandie, 201.5km). Live video Thursday from 6:00am U.S. Eastern, 3:00am Pacific. The race will be shown on Peacock and FloBikes starting at about 3:00am Pacific. (cyclingfans.com) Powered by La
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July 10,
2025
Podcasts,
(Plus Photos, Books, Misc)
'Tomorrow we'll wake up and no one will ever know I was second' - Quinn Simmons comes close to Tour de France victory on stage six "US national champion shows strong breakaway form in Normandy." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Today's
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Bourgoyne, Majendie sprint to victory at Gastown Grand Prix "Texas’ ‘Cowboy’ claims men’s race in thrilling finale; Vancouver’s Fiona Majendie delivers hometown win in women’s field." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Scott Robarts 'I can't think of anyone who deserves it more:' Greg Lemond becomes first cyclist to receive Congressional Gold Medal "Three-time Tour de France winner presented with USA's highest civilian award in Washington DC." By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) "Transfer Evenepoel closer than eve:" Soudal Quick-Step is likely to lose its top rider despite a contract until the end of 2026 "There has been a buzz in the cycling world for some time now: the possible transfer of Remco Evenepoel from Soudal Quick Step to Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe." By Sjoerd Valkering (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Canadian cyclist calls for improved rider safety after latest crash-riddled start to Tour de France "In a personal blog post shared Tuesday, veteran rider Michael Woods, of Ottawa, scrutinized the Amaury Sport Organization's commitment to ensuring the safety of riders." (sports.yahoo.com) (Loic Venance/AFP via Getty Images - image credit) Judge and avid cyclist dies after collapsing on bike ride "Smith was an avid cyclist and had won a gold medal at the International Police Olympics in Sydney, Australia in 1988. He competed in cycling events up and down the East Coast." Author: Ian Thompson (fox43.com) Photo via dauphin.crimewatchpa.com Bikes, Ferries, and Fly Rods: A Door-to-Door Catalina Island Getaway "Fresh off the couch from a recent mountain bike injury, Jason Fitzgibbon satiates his appetite for bike-related escape with a local touring trip to camp and flyfish on the much-heralded Catalina Island." Jason Fitzgibbon (theradavist.com) (Image Credit Jason Fitzgibbon) Stan’s Biobased Bike Wash 1L "Very effective and surface-friendly bike wash." By Shaun Audane (road.cc) (Image via road.cc) Column
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July 10,
2025
Videos
Giro d'Italia Women stage 5: Lorena Wiebes blasts to second victory of 2025 race as echelons spark major GC changes "Marianne Vos second, Liane Lippert third in Monselice; Reusser, Longo Borghini, Van der Breggen, Aalerud gain time in GC battle." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via bbc.com) Lorena Wiebes wins again on 2025 Giro d’Italia Women Stage 5 "Stage 5 of the Giro d’Italia Women delivered far more than the flat profile promised, with crosswinds, split groups and team strength reshaping the outcome long before the final sprint." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) Photo via giroditaliawomen.it Isaac del Toro is back! After Giro d'Italia breakthrough, Mexican climber wins stage 2 of Tour of Austria "The Tour of Austria has become UAE Team Emirates XRG's stage-collecting field." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (screenshot) In
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I'm a New Cyclist - Here Are Five Things I Learned Watching the Tour That Will Make Me a Better Rider "Become a better rider with these key takeaways from the first stages of the Tour de France." By Ashley Tysiac (bicycling.com) Photo: Dario Belingheri//Getty Images Giro d'Italia Women Live Streams "Giro d’Italia Women July 6-13. Stage 5 (Mirano → Monselice, 120km). Live
video Thursday from 6:45am U.S. Eastern, 3:45am Pacific.
The
race will be shown on Max and FloBikes starting at about
3:45am Pacific."
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OpenRock S2 Open-Ear Headphones for Cycling "The OpenRock S2 is a set of open-ear headphones that delivers on all fronts." by Tim Wiggins (lifeinthesaddle.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Giant Bicycle recalls about 6,200 Momentum Vida E+ eBikes "Giant Bicycle is recalling about 6,200 Momentum Vida E+ eBikes because a faulty steerer tube poses a fall hazard. Four cases of a broken steerer tube have been reported, but no injuries resulted." (bicycleretailer.com) (Credits not Found) Some SPPTTY kids bikes recalled because of high lead levels "About 200 SPPTTY kids bikes sold at Walmart are being recalled because of a risk of death or injury from lead poisoning." (bicycleretailer.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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