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Column One
October 18, 2025
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Paul Double vindicates years of perseverance with maiden WorldTour win on Tour of Guangxi Queen stage


"After long fight to make it into cycling’s top league, British rider solos to success atop Nongla Scenic Area."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Double triumph for Jayco AlUla on stage 5 at Tour of Guangxi


"Paul Double conquers the queen stage to Nongla to take the overall lead in the Tour of Guangxi."
By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Big Sugar gravel (and mud) results: Sweet victory for Villafane, Beers


"On a ‘hazardous weather’ shortened course, 50 miles in lieu of 100, Sofia Gomez Villafane and multiple Cape Epic MTB champion Matt Beers won the USA season ending Big Sugar Gravel race in Arkansas on Saturday morning, with each claiming a lion’s hare of a $30,000 USD prize purse."
Author: Craig Sakamoto (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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What happens when Pogacar gives you a head start?


"The invitation arrived three days before Tadej Pogacar successfully defended his title in the men's World Championship road race."
Guy Delauney (bbc.com) Photo Zan Osim
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"I don't see myself as a super-talent" - Isaac del Toro surprised with extreme development in 2025


"Isaac del Toro has been for a few years one of the brightest talents in pro cycling however few would've expected his evolution to be so sharp in 2025."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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You Only Need 1 Piece of Equipment For Strength Training, And It's Free


"You don't need a gym membership, dumbbells, or expensive equipment to get stronger."
By Dan van den Hoek & Jackson Fyfe (sciencealert.com) (Truecreatives/TrueCreatives/Canva)
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From angled seatposts to extreme positions, here are the riders who have taken on the UCI regulations and lost


"The UCI's technical regulations may result in riders being banned, but every time the clamp down, it opens up more possibilities."
By Andy Turner (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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"Being rejected for pursuing your dreams hurts" - Jan-Willem van Schip reacts to Tour of Holland disqualification


"The Tour of Holland has so far been market by its controversies, with stage 3 having been cancelled due to the lack of police escort and the presence of vehicles on the route, as well as the disqualification of Jan-Willem van Schip."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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"Tour of Guangxi
October 14-19, China, Stage 5 (Yizhou    Nongla, 165.8km).

Live video from Saturday at 1:20am Eastern, Friday at 10:20pm Pacific.

The race will be shown Friday on FloBikes starting at about 10:00pm Pacific."

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October 18, 2025
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Lucinda Brand takes tight sprint victory at 2025 Exact Cross Essen


"Lucinda Brand claimed her second win in as many races, triumphing in a thrilling edition of Exact Cross Essen after outsprinting Sara Casasola in the final meters."
By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) Photo via sporza.be
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High drama at Exact Cross: Crash costs Vandeputte as Brand stays perfect


"Sweeck's late dive sparks chaos in men’s finale, while Lucinda Brand controls the women’s race for a second straight win."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found)
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Lidl Trek deny that Skjelmose was forced to race Guangxi despite injury


"Lidl Trek directeur sportif Kim Andersen has dismissed the idea that Mattias Skjelmose was compelled to race the Tour of Guangxi against his will after injuring his back at Il Lombardia on Saturday."
By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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"Van Aert and Van der Poel have been essentially saying 'screw you' to the UCI" - Cyclocross legend Bart Wellens


"Starting fees in cyclocross are very high and often are what keeps the top pros running with a high pay throughout the year."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Imago
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Will this 5.4kg disc brake bike win the National Hill Climb Championships? Lezyne pumps with "revolutionary" Click Valve, new winter kit + more


"Featherweight hill-climbing set-ups and some all-out aero tech banned by the UCI — what more could you possibly want from Tech of the Week?"
By Dan Alexander (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc)
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Michael Storer's season of growth ends with Giro podium dream


"For Michael Storer, 2025 was the year things finally came together."
By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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‘It’s still 50-50’ - Lafay mulls retirement despite Guangxi near miss


"Victor Lafay has endured a difficult two years since he won in San Sebastian on the 2023 Tour de France."
By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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Topeak Essential Toolshop


"High-quality tool set that covers a lot of regular maintenance jobs, and good value too."
By Steve Williams (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc)
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Protein Powders and Shakes Contain High Levels of Lead


"Protein supplements are wildly popular, but CR’s tests of 23 products found that more than two-thirds of them contain more lead in a single serving than our experts say is safe to have in a day."
By Paris Martineau (consumerreports.org) Photo: Scott Meadows/Consumer Reports
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Bicycle confirmed as most efficient mode of travel, 52 years after study first showed the benefits


"Scientific American updated their famous graph and found the bike rider remains a "hyperefficient terrestrial locomotor" compared to other species and modes."
by Callum Devereux (road.cc) Photo via liv-cycling.com
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October 18, 2025
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Christophe Laporte takes race lead on VAM-Berg but stage victory is taken by Timo de Jong


"The queen stage of the Tour of Holland delivered on the action, with a Dutch continental rider forming part of the day's breakaway, getting caught by the main favorites on the day but then going on to take the stage win."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com)  (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Roglic, Philipsen, Milan, Healy... - The names that will be present at the Tour de France's Singapore Criterium


"Every year there are plenty post-Tour de France criteriums that fill in the weeks after the race, however the race's influence spreads into the fall with several criteriums in Asia."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Charly López/Red Bull Content Pool
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CPA president Adam Hansen exposes rider confusion and heartbreak during Lotto Intermarché merger


"In a column shared on his social media, CPA president Adam Hansen offers a candid look at the current state of professional cycling and the strain recent team mergers have placed on riders."
By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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Cyclists hiding concussion symptoms to stay in races as awareness grows


"Former cyclist Marc Sarreau's shocking retirement at 31 due to concussion effects has brought cycling's hidden brain injury crisis into sharp focus, with riders now revealing to RMC Sport how they routinely lie about symptoms to stay in races."
By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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Ferrand-Prévot in talks to extend Visma contract beyond 2027


"Tour de France Femmes champion Pauline Ferrand-Prévot has revealed she is in talks to extend her contract with Visma Lease a Bike beyond its current 2027 date."
By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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Van Aert relaxes with wife Sarah in Rome, while Philipsen puts girlfriend to work in Taiwan


"The road season is already over for most cyclists. So it's time for a break."
By Hendrik Boermans (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Bigger is better; the gravel tire test you should all be paying attention to in 2025 - I put 6 MTB tires through 12 months of testing


"From Unbound to your local trails, the verdict is clear: go wider - after 12 months of back-to-back testing, I rank the best mountain bike tires to convert your gravel rig into an unstoppable machine."
By Logan Jones-Wilkins (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Logan Jones-Wilkins)
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Which bike brands and components had the most victories in the Grand Tours of 2025?


"These are the brands that triumph the most in the grand tours."
(Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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2025 Tour of Holland Live Streams


"2025 Tour of Holland October 14-19, Netherlands - Stage 4 (Emmen 
  VAM-Berg, 159km).

Live video Saturday from 7:50am Eastern, 4:50am Pacific - Finish at around 6:35am Pacific.

The race will be shown on HBO Max starting at about 4:50am Pacific."

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October 17, 2025
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Four in a row for Paul Magnier at Tour of Guangxi as he keeps winning streak rolling in tight stage 4 sprint


"Pavel Bittner takes second as Jordi Meeus makes it to the podium again."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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'They want to go all in' - Uijtdebroeks explains surprise Movistar move


"The most surprising transfer of the year was also the smoothest."
By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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Road cycling needs a more dramatic closing race


"It’s time for the road season to end with a bang rather than a fizzle."
By Robyn Davidson (cyclist.co.uk) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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I'm racing the 800km Gravel Burn in South Africa and this is the bike I've chosen to help get me to the finish line


"The seven-day stage race is going to be fast but there's also the small issue of thorns, sand, sharp rocks and belligerent wildlife - say hello to my Cannondale SuperX Lab71."
By Aaron Borrill (cyclingweekly.com)(Image credit: Aaron Borrill)
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Daily Dope: Italian Provera tests positive for clostebol - Again


"NADO Italia announced the provisional suspension of Marco Provera, charging the amateur cyclist with two anti-doping violations after he allegedly tested positive for the banned substance Clostebol."
Author: John Woodson (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Highlights of UCI Women's WorldTour Tour of Chongming Island road cycling race


"Cyclists of Liv Alula Jayco (C), cyclists of Roland Le Devoluy (L) and cyclists of Volkerwessels Cycling Team pose during the awarding ceremony after the Stage 3 of the UCI Women's WorldTour Tour of Chongming Island road cycling race in Shanghai, east China."
Zhang Kaiwei, Zhong Wenxing (en.people.cn) Chen Haoming/Xinhua News
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Wærenskjold sacrifices dream holiday with Uno-X on cusp of WorldTour promotion


"Just when he thought his season was over, the 25-year-old has been called up for one last outing with the Norwegian team on the verge of earning a WorldTour status for 2026."
By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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Geraint Thomas jokes about claims Tadej Pogacar is undroppable: "I dropped him once. 2022 - Col du Granon, when Jonas Vingegaard won the stage"


"For most riders in the peloton, the idea of “dropping” Tadej Pogacar belongs in fiction. "
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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'I can't quite believe it' - British cyclist wins 16th world title in a row


"Jody Cundy is the King of the Kilo."
By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Alex Whitehead/SWpix)
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"Tour of Guangxi
October 14-19, China, Stage 4 (Bama    Jinchengjiang, 176.8km).

Live video from Friday at 1:30am Eastern, Thursday at 10:30pm Pacific.

The race will be shown Thursday on FloBikes starting at about 10:20pm Pacific."

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October 17, 2025
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'It's not taken seriously at all' - Marc Sarreau lifts lid on effects of concussion in cycling following retirement


"'I understood that the brain is like a points-based license. I slowly ate away at the points in my brain and I was close to having none left' says Frenchman."
By Ondrej Zhasil (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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"A marriage destined to end in separation" - Remco Evenepoel's split with Soudal Quick Step inevitable for Tour de France ambition claims Axel Merckx


"The Belgian has left Soudal Quick Step - a decision that, according to Axel Merckx, was always going to happen."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: SWpix.com
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Denmark’s biggest pro race faces ‘catastrophic’ downgrade threat


"After two years of missing UCI team requirements, PostNord Danmark Rundt could be relegated from the ProSeries - a move organizers say would trigger a damaging spiral for the race."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found)
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Gear Break: 3T Racemax², Campagnolo “Ultra,” Lezyne x Clik Valve, Reynolds Steps Up for CSS/F+B, Komoot and Garmin, Bianchi Gravel


"We’ve got a great rollup for you this week."
By Andy Rohrer (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Leader of the pack: How Paul Magnier hit his stride in 2025


"The departure of Remco Evenepoel will see Soudal Quick Step return to its bread and butter of sprints and cobbles in 2026."
By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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The Friday cycling quiz: Whose bike is this?


"Who rides what around the roads of Europe and beyond? Can you link the bike to the rider in our Friday quiz?"
By Simon Richardson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Mads Pedersen heaps praise on teenage sensation Albert Withen Philipsen


"Danish cycling star Mads Pedersen has expressed his admiration for compatriot Albert Philipsen, highlighting the teenager's remarkable late-season performances in Italy's autumn classics."
By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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This is how Pidcock organizes the screens on his Garmin to compete


"Tom Pidcock has shown us the data he uses to compete and train, and it is surprising to see the simplicity of it compared to the heaps of data and screens that we can find on those of recreational cyclists."
By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Ever changing bike standards are a shot in the foot for the bike Industry


"Is the bike industry dragging us willingly into a never ending downwards financial spiral through its obsession with new and incompatible niche products?"
Steve Thomas (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
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Six of thee best new clipless pedals to help you lock in on your next ride


"Cross country, gravel, gravity and a few Canadian options."
By Terry McKall (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found)
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Silca eliminates the weak points of TPU: 4 watts less resistance and only 45 grams


"The American brand claims to have solved the problems that plagued the first generations of TPU tubes and ensures that their new model combines extreme lightness, high resistance, and total compatibility with all types of bicycles."
By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Photo via bikeradar.com)
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Kingbull Launches Voyager 2.0, A High-End Torque-Sensing Cargo eBike Featuring Bafang-Customized Motor and Dual Samsung Batteries


"Designed with a 450 lbs max payload and a one-piece welded aluminum rear rack rated for 200 lbs, the Voyager 2.0 delivers unmatched utility without sacrificing performance"
By Sponsored Post (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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October 17, 2025
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Absolute chaos forces halt in Tour of Holland Stage 3


"Third stage abandoned after multiple cars enter the course, leaving organizers and riders with no choice but to stop."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (screenshot)
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“We’re shocked by the personal attacks” - Dutch federation condemns online abuse after World Championship chaos


"It is, in our view, completely unacceptable that athletes who compete with full commitment and pride are confronted with denigrating, insulting or intimidating messages."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com)
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Lotto Intermarché merger officially submitted to UCI amid uncertainty over future


"Captains of Cycling, the license holder of the Lotto Cycling Team, has confirmed that it has officially submitted its file to the UCI for the joint Lotto–Intermarché project, aiming to return to the WorldTour in 2026."
By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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'Get off the course and seek shelter' - tornado, lightning threatens to disrupt the Life Time Grand Prix finale


"As storms move in, every mile could decide the Life Time Grand Prix title."
By Anne-Marije Rook (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Fumpa Pumps nanoFumpa Bike Pump


"Effective, portable and rechargeable emergency inflation."
by Jack M Evans (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc)
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I went on my first group ride, and it's changed how I feel about cycling


"A solo cyclist through and through, I challenged myself to a lunchtime ride with the Cycling Weekly crew, and now I'm converted."
By Meg Elliot (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: usacycling.org)
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"Our getaway" - Wout Van Aert and his wife enjoy well-deserved holidays in Rome


"With his wife Sarah De Bie (30), the couple went sightseeing in Italy's picturesque capital Rome."
By Ondrej Zhasil (cyclinguptodate.com) Belga Photo David Stockman via alamy.com
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In The Drops: Q36.5’s Porsche-inspired jersey, Gorewear winter bib tights, healthy iced coffee and the Mercury Prize


"This week's In the Drops is all-in on 1970s German interiors."
By Ewan Wilson (cyclist.co.uk) Photo via q36-5.com
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Velo de Ville eFoldy


"Folds pretty well, rides very well and carries a premium quality price tag."
by Richard Peace (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo by Richard Peace
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2025 Tour of Holland Live Streams


"2025 Tour of Holland October 14-19, Netherlands - Stage 3 (Sittard 
  Watersley, 149km).

Live video Friday from 7:50am Eastern, 4:50am Pacific - Finish at around 6:35am Pacific.

The race will be shown on HBO Max starting at about 4:50am Pacific."

(cyclingfans.com) Powered by La FlammeRouge via procyclingstats.com
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October 16, 2025
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No stopping Paul Magnier at Tour of Guangxi as he makes it three wins in a row on stage 3


"Jordi Meeus and Max Kanter fill out the podium on longest stage of race to Bama."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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What were Tadej Pogacar’s best moments of 2025?


"A fourth Tours de France title, three Monuments in a single season, back-to-back world titles, and a maiden European crown: the Slovenian superstar is moving closer and closer to GOAT status."
By Fin Major (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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'Far from comfortable' - Honest Martin-Guyonnet opens up on confidence struggles after Vuelta crash


"The philosophical French climber revealed the mental consequences alongside the physical impact from his crash on stage 2 at the Vuelta a España on his return to racing at the end of season Italian races."
By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) ( (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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"You can sense a resignation creeping into the peloton” – Analysts claim Tadej Pogacar’s dominance has crushed morale in the WorldTour


"Tadej Pogacar’s historic 2025 season has left much of the peloton in a state of collective despair - at least that’s the view of Het Nieuwsblad analysts Guy Van den Langenbergh and Jan-Pieter De Vlieger."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Giro del Veneto victory confirms Mexican cyclist Isaac del Toro’s top 3 world ranking


"Rising from No. 57 at the beginning of the season, Del Toro now sits behind only UAE teammate Tadej Pogaçar (four-time Tour de France winner) and Team Visma’s Jonas Vingegard (two-time winner in Paris and winner of this year’s Vuelta de España)."
By MND Staff (mexiconewsdaily.com) (Isaac del Toro/Instagram)
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Ineos finally take on big signing but Derek Gee is uncertain; What can the end of Arkéa give rival teams?


"Ineos Grenadiers have finally announced the transfer of Kévin Vauquelin, but there is no agreement on Derek Gee for the time being who is facing a legal battle against Israel Premier Tech."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Josh Tarling set for UCI Track World Championships debut for Great Britain


"Ineos Grenadiers rider part of 22-rider squad competing in Chile next week."
By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Zac Williams/SWpix)
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Posedla Joyseat 3.0 Plus saddle review


"Comfortable, custom and easy to measure - if weighty."
By Liam Mercer (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
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Spurcycle Titanium Key Clip Review: Lightweight Precision for your EDC


"So far, the Spurcycle Key Clip has been a pleasure to use. The way the hook is shaped and the amount a spring tension on the gate make it easy to clip to my belt loop."
By Ron Frazelle (bikerumor.com) (Photos / Ron Frazelle)
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"Tour of Guangxi
October 14-19, China, Stage 3 (Jingxi    Bama, 214km).

Live video from Thursday at 1:30am Eastern, Wednesday at 10:30pm Pacific.

The race will be shown Wednesday on FloBikes starting at about 10:10pm Pacific."

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October 16, 2025
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Results Kermiscross Ardooie 2025 - Lucinda Brand & Toon Aerts kickstart cyclocross seasons with a win


"Belgian veteran Toon Aerts claimed a statement win in his first cyclocross outing of the winter. Lucinda Brand marked her own seasonal debut with an assured victory of her own."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (screenshot)
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“I’d stopped finding any joy. I lost myself as a person” - Fem van Empel open and honest on mental struggles that marred her 3rd Cyclocross World Championship win


"Barely six weeks after clinching her third successive cyclocross world title, Fem van Empel walked away from cycling."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Imago
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'I get it if he wants to stop:' Tadej Pogačar's mum voices concern over her son's exhaustion


"It has been a stellar season for the Slovenian but one that wasn't without huge mental and physical pressure."
By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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What if he had kept going? Isaac Del Toro’s reaction after Giro heartbreak says everything about what came and what’s still to come


"Since September 7, the Mexican talent has added no fewer than seven wins to his palmarès. And yet, that’s far from the full story of his brilliant 2025."
By Hendrik Boermans (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Ineos Grenadiers to continue riding Pinarello bikes for next three years


"Team signs extension with long-standing bike partner."
By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Three rare moments that Tadej Pogacar will want to forget from 2025


"Trying to identify “bad days” in Tadej Pogacar’s 2025 season feels almost absurd."
By Fin Major (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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'We knew it was coming' - Behind the slow demise of Arkéa B&B Hotels


"The formal confirmation landed on Wednesday when the UCI’s final deadline for financial backing came and went, but the riders and staff of Arkéa B&B Hotels already knew the direction of travel long before they set out for the Tour of Guangxi, which will prove to be their last race."
By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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The 10 best pro cycling transfers of the 24/25 off-season


"From Grand Tour winners to stars of the future, we look at which riders have been the best transfers for their new team in 2025."
By Robyn Davidson (cyclist.co.uk) (Image credit: Visma Lease a Bike via cyclingnews.com)
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'This feels like the most turbulent, hard year I've ever had' - Evie Richards conquers difficult 2025 as most successful female short track rider ever


"The Red Bull athlete won the short track Whoop UCI Mountain Bike World Series this year, and she's not finished."
By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Fabio Piva / Red Bull Content Pool)
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'I realize how valuable it was' - Don't discount your short rode to work - It could be worth more than you think


"Once just a 'disdainful' sidenote in the training diary, it turns you really don't know what you've got till it's gone."
By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Estarli launches brand first drop bar G700 eGravel bike


"British eBike brand Estarli has unveiled its first drop bar bike with the launch of its G700, a full-carbon electric gravel bike weighing in at 13.5 kg, including its 250 Wh battery."
By Simon Cox (bikebiz.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Cyclist Heaven: This 900-mile cycle route in Europe - Map and tips for beautiful bicycle touring


"On a largely car-free cycling route covering nearly 1,000 miles along the River Rhine, tourists on two wheels can visit six countries and a raft of UNESCO World Heritage sites."
William Allen (en.as.com) Image: EuroVelo.com
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Tour of Holland: Ethan Hayter beats Jakob Söderqvist in stage 2 time trial to take race lead


"Swede finishes seconds and cedes race lead, with Christophe Laporte third."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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'Feels like the Tour de France' - Jakobsen embraces comeback at Tour of Holland


"Returning to action for the first time since breaking his collarbone at the Renewi Tour, the former European Champion is enjoying racing on home roads as he builds towards a positive 2026 season."
By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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'Cycling isn't just about data' - Tosh van der Sande announces planned retirement amidst looming employment crisis for nearly 20 other Belgian pros


"Veteran domestique quitting sport on own terms, others may not be so fortunate."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Cyclist’s 2025 women’s pro cycling team of the year


"We reflect on the 2025 season and choose our all-star VIII for the women's peloton."
By Ewan Wilson (cyclist.co.uk) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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‘I’m obsessed with greatness’ - Katie Archibald chases sport’s highest high as long road begins to LA 2028 Olympics


"Everyone except Archibald herself would probably already say she has achieved greatness."
By Flo Clifford (sports.yahoo.com) (Simon Wilkinson/SWpix.com)
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Strava tells Garmin users not to worry amid legal dispute: 'Uninterrupted connectivity is our top priority'


"Legal case between two fitness tech companies appears to be continuing."
By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Crane Bell Co’s New Bar End Bell


"Japan’s Crane Bell Co. had one new and rather exciting development, a bar-end bell featuring their time-tested E-Ne bell."
(theradavist.com) (Credits not Found)
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Tailfin Bar Cage and 11L Bag


"This is the new standard by which other handlebar luggage systems will be measured - it's that good."
By Mike Stead (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc)
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2025 Tour of Holland Live Streams


"2025 Tour of Holland October 14-19, Netherlands - Stage 2 ITT (Etten-Leur 
  Etten-Leur, 15km).

Live video Thursday from 7:50am Eastern, 4:50am Pacific - Finish at around 7:00am Pacific.

The race will be shown on HBO Max starting at about 4:50am Pacific."

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