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August
12, 2025
Blogs
Tour of Denmark: Mads Pedersen wins stage 1 from breakaway attack "Lidl Trek leader beats Lukáš Kubiš and Conrad Haugsted from nine-rider attack." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) "Thanks to the laughter, support, and motivation from friends" - Jasper Philipsen shares a glimpse into post-Tour Crash recovery "Jasper Philipsen will make his comeback in the Tour of Denmark on Tuesday." By Hendrik Boermans (idlprocycling.com) Image: Social Media Wahoo Adds Native Power Broadcast to Kickr Rollr: Hands-On Test "Wahoo has released a firmware update that adds in that power data broadcasting, akin to what their other units do. I gave it a whirl over the weekend, to see how it works, and how it compares." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker) The FiftyOne Assassin reviewed: This thoughtful production gravel bike from a custom builder shines in versatility "Many gravel bikes ask you to choose: race-day weapon or pack mule, minimalist or all-terrain beast. The FiftyOne Assassin refuses to pick sides." By Anne-Marije Rook (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Anne-Marije Rook) I’m back cycling after over two months off my bike, and it has made me love it all over again "A broken ankle disrupted my plans of summer riding, but now I’m back in the saddle, I’m just grateful I get to be free again." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Freddy Planinschek) Two people, One bike: JackRabbit unveils ‘Micro Hauler’ line of two-seater rides "JackRabbit, the San Diego-based micromobility company that made its name on tiny, featherweight, pedal-free “micro eBikes,” is taking a big swing with something entirely new." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Folding money: Are lightweight folding eBikes about to become far more affordable? "Recent launches hint that we may be entering an era of game-changingly light and yet still affordable eBikes." By Richard Peace (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo by Dahon Live
video Tuesday from 7:00am Eastern, 4:00am Pacific.
The
race will be shown on HBO Max and FloBikes starting at about
6:15am Pacific."
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August 12,
2025
“We secretly hoped she wouldn’t win” - Marlen Reusser joins growing concern over Pauline Ferrand-Prévot's dramatic weight loss tactics at 2025 Tour de France Femmes "Ferrand-Prevot ended the long wait for a French Maillot Jaune winner" By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) 'Something has to change' - Lizzy Banks calls for overhaul of anti-doping system after ban upheld "Ex-pro, who was originally cleared by UK Anti-Doping, given backdated two-year suspension by Court of Arbitration for Sport." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com) Pauline Ferrand-Prévot rules out 2025 Worlds, targets European Championships "Pauline Ferrand-Prévot has confirmed she will not compete at the World Championships in Rwanda later this year, instead focusing on the European Championships in her home country." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Image Credit not Found) From Millie Robinson to Pauline Ferrand-Prevot - how the Tour de France Femmes has been 70 years in the making "The first women's Tour de France took place in 1955, but the path to today's Tour de France Femmes did not run smoothly." By Stephanie Boland (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Axel Merckx: "You’d have to combine van der Poel, Pogacar, Cavendish, and Evenepoel to surpass my dad" "It is a challenging endeavor to follow in the footsteps of Eddy Merckx, especially when you are his son." By Hendrik Boermans (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) In
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Sidi Ergo 6 Road Shoes "A significant departure for Sidi with its roomy fit, and it really works, providing comfort and performance for miles." by VecchioJo (road.cc) (Image: road.cc) With a 970g frame, space for 2.2in tires and all of the cargo mounts, Fara's new Gr4 is built for racing and exploration "This super modern gravel bike is said to perform at the sharp end of gravel racing, while being more than suitable for everyday rides too." By Liam Mercer (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) MAAP x QUOC M3 Review: Subtle improvements to an already great performing shoe, but one notable issue "More durable than the original model while maintaining its good looks, is this collaboration a worthy update?" By Andy Turner (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Andy Turner) Column
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August 12,
2025
Videos
Tour de Pologne Women: Chiara Consonni sprints to stage 1 victory "Italian out-paces Copponi, Schweinberger in Zamosc." (procyclingstats.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Cycling As The New Football "Transfer talk, fee payments, mega salaries and managers being fired. No, not the Premier League but Remco Evenepoel and Red Bull this summer." (inrng.com) (Image credit: ASO) 'The more chaotic a race became, the more brutally I broke down mentally' - Pro cyclist retires at 21 over safety concerns after recent deaths "Former Zwift Academy winner Louis Kitzki has left the pro peloton." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) "Remco Evenepoel hasn't won a WorldTour stage race in over two years" - Questions raised if Red Bull move can give Evenepoel wings "The biggest transfer saga in men’s pro cycling has finally come to a close - and it’s landed with the force of a mountain-top summit finish." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) "We probably underestimated Corbin Strong" - Tom Pidcock reacts to narrow GC defeat at Arctic Race of Norway 2025 "Tom Pidcock came within seconds of the overall victory at the 2025 Arctic Race of Norway, but after a tightly-contested final stage in the majestic northern landscapes, it was Israel Premier Tech's Corbin Strong who stood atop the GC podium." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: ASO/ARN / Jørgen Mo via cyclingnews.com) Pro Log: Baroncini in induced coma after crash; Van Aert to skip Worlds; Leo Hayter aiming for racing return; Nerlo provisionally suspended "The past week’s pro cycling news highlights, including a medical update on Baroncini and Leo Hayter's potential return." By Robyn Davidson (cyclist.co.uk) (Image credit: Giro d'Italia Giovani via cyclingnews.com) Wahoo updates Kickr Rollr with onboard power for more accurate readings "If you love the ease of use of Kickr Rollr system, and the feel of rollers, but need more accurate power data Wahoo now have you covered." By Luke Friend (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Wahoo) The UCI suspends Edgar Carballo for one year for sexually harassing another rider "The case began with a complaint filed by the victim through the confidential UCI SpeakUp platform, in which she reported that the incidents occurred in his van, located in the official parking lot of a competition." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Column
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August
11, 2025
Blogs
'We've all been thinking of him a lot' - Filippo Baroncini placed into induced coma after serious crash at Tour of Poland, tributes paid to him "UAE Team Emirates XRG's Brandon McNulty won the Tour of Poland, but thoughts were with his Italian colleague after the podium." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Brandon McNulty makes history at the Tour de Pologne "The first American to win Poland’s flagship cycling event shows the Tour de Pologne's growing prestige and highlights Poland’s landscapes and sporting spirit." (socalcycling.com) (Credits not Found) 'It was the best three weeks of output we have ever put on air' "ITV commentator on the final free-to-air live Tour, pays tribute to the whole team behind the show." By Ned Boulting (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) How to watch La Vuelta a España "The 2025 Vuelta a España runs Aug. 23–Sept. 14, starting in Turin and passing through France and Andorra before entering Spain. The 21-stage, 3,150-km route features iconic climbs like L'Angliru and Bola del Mundo." Photo: LOIC VENANCE/AFP via Getty Images via velo.outside.com In
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Toronto launches bike safety campaign with some seriously goofy rhymes "Someone at the city decided it would be a good idea to explain how to ride to adults - as if they were 6." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: City of Toronto Review: Estarli Bike Pressure Washer " Verdict: Handy time-saving tool but the usual caveats about using with care apply." By Richard Peace (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo by Richard Peace Podcasts,
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Two
August 11,
2025
The Trouble with Bored Poga?ar "In a sport built on pain, dominance without suffering feels like heresy." By Mike Fee (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) 'I'm already counting the years until retirement' - Tadej Poga?ar continues to reflect on his career after fourth Tour de France victory "Slovenian will return to action at the GP de Québec at the beginning of September, in one-day action until the end of the year." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) "13-year-old children doing high altitude training" - Spanish ex-pro blames modern cycling for Pogacar's retirement comments "Professional cycling is built on sacrifice, but for many riders, the demands begin years before they ever sign a professional contract." (cyclinguptodate.com) (Photo via usacycling.org) "We could see him as a protagonist in a Grand Tour" - Brandon McNulty may still get green light from UAE "UAE Team Emirates - XRG is a team absolutely stacked with talents and Grand Tour contenders." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Luc Claessen/Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) The "world's smallest bike pump", Knog's redesigned Oi bike bell and more portable tech from Garmin, H2O Audio and Nix Biosensors "Here’s a look at some of the latest portable tech in for review, featuring Garmin’s top-tier heart rate monitor and Nix Biosensors’ hydration sensor" By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image: road.cc) The Athlete’s Kitchen: Sports Nutrition on a Budget "Athletes get hungry - and feeding hungry athletes can get quite expensive." By Nancy Clark (cyclingwest.com) Photo Dave Iltis She fell in love with cycling at 50, now at 87, she has completed 200 triathlons and countless races. Here’s her fitness secret "When most people start thinking about slowing down, she was just getting started." (economictimes.indiatimes.com) (Screenshots: Facebook/Triathlete Magazine) Column
Three
August 11,
2025
Who needs drop bars? Kate Courtney smashes Leadville record on flat-bar MTB "Kate Courtney raced the Leadville Trail 100 MTB for the first time and set a new record on a flat-bar Allied BC40 mountain bike." By Jeff Barber (singletracks.com) Photo courtesy Allied Cycle Works. All the pro cycling transfers for 2026: Dylan van Baarle to ride for Soudal Quick Step "Keep up to date with all the latest confirmed transfers with Cycling Weekly." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) USA Gravel National Champion Stephens disqualified at Leadville after finishing 3rd "Six hours after the Leadville Trail 100 race in Colorado finished on Saturday organizer Life Time made a shocking announcement, reigning USA Gravel National Champion Lauren Stephens had been disqualified from the race, stripped of her 3rd place finish and removed from the results." Author: Craig Sakamoto (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found) In
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'The pain on the bike was nowhere near as bad as my struggles with mental health' - Meet Amy Hudson, who just completed all 21 stages of the Tour de France, plus transfers, four years after getting her first bike "Across 29 days, Hudson covered 6556km, climbed 74862 meters in elevation, and raised over £89,000 mental health charity, Shout." By Meg Elliot (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Ottr Works / Pinarello) Bike industry challenges continue as Giant and Canyon profits down 66% and 30%, while Shimano downgrades 2025 outlook "Giant says inventory levels back to "healthy pre-pandemic standards" and Shimano's sales are up 12 per cent, but industry's biggest brands still face unpredictable and tricky market." By Dan Alexander (road.cc) (credit: Canyon) Behind the Tape: Andy Vathis on life inside the world cup circus "From empty finish corrals to jammed media zones and next-gen Canadian talent, world cup photographer Andy Vathis opens up about the highs and headaches of the 2025 season." Colin Field (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Monica Gasbichler Column
One
August
10, 2025
Brandon
McNulty storms to victory in final time trial of Tour of
Poland, securing overall victory...
Brandon McNulty wins the 2025 Tour de Pologne in style with storming final stage time trial dominance "UAE Team Emirates - XRG's Brandon McNulty has absolutely stormed to the overall GC win at the 2025 Tour de Pologne, finishing his week in Poland with an incredible display in the final stage time trial." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Luc Claessen/Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Filippo Baroncini remains in coma but flown home to Italy as UAE rider begins delicate recovery after Tour de Pologne crash "The 24-year-old remains in a medically induced coma, but is in stable condition as he begins what will likely be a long and delicate recovery process." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Alpecin Deceuninck rider who crashed hard in Giro leaves clinic after 3 months: "Time heals all wounds..." "It has been a while, but the consequences of the massive Giro d'Italia crash on the way to Naples are still echoing, especially for Alpecin Deceuninck rider Juri Hollmann, the biggest victim of the crash." By Hendrik Boermans (idlprocycling.com) (Instagram) Tadej Pogacar confirms European Championships goal and shares thoughts on La Vuelta: "It’s hard to say if João Almeida or Ayuso can beat Jonas Vingegaard" "Montreal suits me more, but I’ll try to win in Quebec too. The course is now easier, but the finish is harder, so we’ll give it a go. If not me, we have riders like Jhonatan Narváez who could target it." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Imago Vollering on Ferrand-Prévot: She wasn’t even breathing’ "The French rider took an incredible win at the Tour de France Femmes, and her rivals knew they were doomed once she took over." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) In
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2025 Tour of Poland Live Streams "2025 Tour de Pologne August 4-10, Stage 7 ITT (Wieliczka ? Wieliczka, 12.5km). Live video Sunday from 7:30am U.S. Eastern, 4:30am Pacific. (cyclingfans.com)
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August 10,
2025
Podcasts,
(Plus Photos, Books, Misc)
Tadej Pogacar ‘already counting the years until retirement’ after latest Tour de France success "Tadej Pogacar has admitted that he is “already counting down the years until retirement” after his latest Tour de France success." Harry Latham-Coyle (sports.yahoo.com) (AP Photo) Poga?ar already thinking about retirement - But wants to win in Québec "The Slovenian superstar reflects on the mental grind of the Tour de France and shares his plans to chase wins on Canadian soil - while already eyeing retirement down the road." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) “You’re a professional cyclist. Weight does matter” - Former Vuelta winner criticizes Demi Vollering’s post-Tour comments on body image in cycling "You’re a professional cyclist. Weight is always going to be a factor,” Chris Horner said. “If you’re not going to have watts per kilo better than the rider next to you, then you better have tactics better than the rider next to you. Otherwise, you have zero chance of winning." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) Forget running - The best exercise for brain health has just been revealed in an incredible new study "Cycling has so many physical benefits, but a new study has just revealed the potentially revolutionary benefits of this aerobic exercise for brain health." By Grace Walsh (womanandhome.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Sena S1 Smart Cycling Helmet "This smart cycling helmet with a mesh intercom system kept me sane on the world’s most boring century ride." Michael Venutolo-Mantovani (wired.com) Courtesy of Sena Dynamic Bike Care: Real-World Testing Review "Verdict: A solid go-to when your bike is seriously filthy." by Ric Stern (cycletechreview.com) Photo via Dynamic Bike Care NADO News: Testosterone, Clostebol, Ligandrol, Tour of Guadaloupe and more "Recent National Anti-doping Organization news from around the world." Author: John Woodson (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Column
Three
August 10,
2025
Videos
2025 Arctic Race of Norway: Corbin Strong defends yellow & Fredrik Dversnes takes stage win "Israel Premier Tech's Corbin Strong has taken the overall win at the 2025 Arctic Race of Norway, holding off the charge of Tom Pidcock on a final stage." By Félix Serna (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: ASO/Aurélien Vialatte via cyclingnews.com) Swenson's 5 straight wins and Courtney’s record shine at 2025 Leadville "Keegan Swenson dominates again, Kate Courtney smashes women’s record in her first Leadville." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Lifetime grand prix Giulio Ciccone: "I knew Del Toro had to give everything to win the general classification, and I took advantage of that" "In the final day of the race the Mexican went on to win the overall classification, but the Lidl Trek rider got the best of him on the ascent to Lagunas de Neila and was able to raise his arms once again." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (screenshot) In
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L’Etape Costa Rica, Bulgaria, results: Young pros, national champions defeat Didi the Devil "As the most famous face of the Tour de France, Didi The Devil chased and encouraged thousands of amateur L’Etape cyclists on Sunday, but it was professionals who ruled the podiums on a double-header L’Etape by Tour de France weekend." Author: Ron Barrans (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found) PEZ at the Movies: The 2025 Race Around Rwanda "Two Friends, 1000 kms and The Land of a Thousand Hills." By Leslie Reissner (pezcyclingnews.com) Photo Skyler Bishop Rim brakes, mechanical shifting and £10 gear bags: Check out the only bike to complete the full London Edinburgh London 2025 route "Ian McBride was the only rider to complete the full scheduled route of this year’s ultra-tough randonnée, and here’s the 2014 Trek Madone he rode it on." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (credit: Ian McBride) 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. "The Davis Phinney Foundation is dedicated to helping people with Parkinson's live well today through our free programming, content, and quality of life research. Your generosity will help us inspire and educate people affected by Parkinson's, the fastest-growing neurological disease in the world." "Our Mission is to help young people of all backgrounds find and chase their passion through the sport of cycling by promoting education, mentorship, and access to quality cycling opportunities."
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