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October
24, 2025
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Articles
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Inrng: 2026 Tour de France Femmes Route "The best route so far? The Tour de France Femmes holds out the promise of surprise and the possibility that the yellow jersey could change several times along the way, including the final day in Nice." (inrng.com) (Credits not Found) "He thinks UAE could use the TTT to launch Tadej Pogacar into yellow and keep it all the way to Paris" - Chris Horner laughs off Richard Plugge's Tour de France criticisms "Horner calling the Team Visma Lease a Bike manager’s concerns overblown and “missing the point entirely." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) 2026 Tour de France offers sprinters more chances despite warnings from route director "On paper, the sprinters could have more opportunities to fight for stage wins in 2026 compared to this year's edition, though they will have to wait a while for their first opportunity." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) 'It's good that Israel doesn't appear on the list' "City council had demanded exclusion of Israel Premier Tech from race but identity change alleviates tensions." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) $590,000 in prize money, new selection rules, finisher compensation: Life Time unveils 2026 Grand Prix "The 2026 Life Time Grand Prix ups the stakes with bigger payouts, new entry rules, live coverage and expanded rewards for riders." By Anne-Marije Rook (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Life Time) 'All races feel built for Pogacar' - Tour route designer on 2026 route "The route for the 2026 Tour de France promises a crescendo rather than a storm from the start." By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) EF Pro Cycling gets dirty with new cyclocross team "The WorldTour team has announced that 3 riders will race in EF colors this cyclocross season." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) EF Pro Cycling HJC Furion 3 road helmet "Lightweight semi-aero lid that doesn't scrimp on airflow." By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc) Column
Two
October 24,
2025
Podcasts,
(Plus Photos, Books, Misc)
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Mid South splits pro and amateur race days to prioritize safety while preserving the gravel spirit "The unofficial American gravel season opener will feature a pro race on Friday afternoon before the traditional mass-start event on Saturday." By Logan Jones-Wilkins (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: 241Photography) Today's
Trending Articles
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No rest yet for Isaac Del Toro as he wins Mexican time trial title on 'holiday' "Isaac Del Toro claimed his first elite national title on Thursday, winning the Mexican National Time Trial Championships in his hometown of Ensenada." By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Tour director welcomes rising star Paul Seixas 'whenever he wants' at the Tour de France "After a breakout season, 19-year-old Paul Seixas has become France’s most talked-about young rider." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Cadel Evans on how to win the 2026 Tour de France "The 2011 Tour winner was joined with fellow Aussie Stuart O'Grady to analyze next year’s route." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Tim de Waele/TDWSport.com via cyclingnews.com) Gear Break: Panaracer tires and TPU tubes, MET Trenta 3K Carbon, BMC Integrated Cockpits, Rapha Brevet Insulated Jacket and Gilet, Walz Vintage caps, and LOOK à la carte "Leading out today’s Gear Break we’ve got a durable, puncture-resistant Panaracer road tire and tube review from Chuck." By Andy Rohrer (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Pro Bike Check: Cameron Jones’ Big Sugar Gravel Winning Scott Addict Gravel RC "Cameron Jones sealed one of the most impressive comeback stories in modern gravel racing. The 25-year-old started the year as a Wild Card - literally - and finished it as the overall Life Time Grand Prix Champion." By Jordan Villella (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) The most influential cyclist you've never heard of - Remembering the godfather of British road racing "Eighty years before Britain celebrated its first Tour de France winner, one man set the wheels in motion. Cycling Weekly traces the legacy of Bill Mills, a forgotten pioneer." By Feargal McKay (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Last chance to buy this premium Garmin watch, now at its lowest-ever price at Walmart "The prices of the excellent Garmin Enduro 2 have been dropping for some time, but we have never seen them this low before - snap this deal up while stocks last." By Anna Gora (livescience.com) (Image credit: Future) Sports doctors and cyclists' union want a 12-year age limit for eBikes "An age limit will ensure that kids exercise more, while also increasing traffic safety and lowering the number of injuries. Minister Robert Tieman of Infrastructure is looking into whether an age limit is feasible, AD reports." (nltimes.nl) Photo Credit:peopleforbikes.org- Column
Three
October 24,
2025
"I don't see anyone who could worry him" - Pogacar the man to beat at the 2026 Tour for Bernard Hinault "It's quite impossible to design a Tour de France route that doesn't feature Tadej Pogacar as the man to beat at this point in time, but aside from that, Hinault believes his five-Tour record should be matched by the Slovenian in a matter of a few months." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Imago 'Ferrand-Prévot was above the rest' - FDJ Suez eyes 2026 Tour redemption "FDJ Suez made a statement in the winter of 2024, signing the likes of Demi Vollering, Juliette Labous and Elise Chabbey to bolster their climbing ranks," By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Lotto Intermarché merger faces roster chaos and staff exodus amid further UCI deadlines "Despite the 2025 season now in the books and 2026 on the horizon, many still remain in limbo regarding their futures for next season as the merger between the two Belgian teams is yet to be completed." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Wilier ups the aero with Filante SLR ID2: “It’s a new benchmark” "Italian brand says updated model has a far lower drag than its predecessor thanks to tweaks all round, including a new bottle and mount system that “functions as a veritable spoiler." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (credit: Wilier) Japan Post stops forcing delivery staff to ride bicycles as punishment "The policy was scrapped after a postman was made to cycle for two weeks in temperatures exceeding 35 degrees Celsius for a minor infraction." By Julian Ryall (scmp.com) Photo: Shutterstock Italian cyclist Kevin Bonaldo dies aged 25, a month after falling ill at Piccola Sanremo "Kevin Bonaldo, a 25-year-old rider for Italian continental team SC Padovani Polo Cherry Bank, has died this morning, one month after falling ill following the Piccola Sanremo race in Sovizzo." By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Image Credit not Found) Nua Updates its Popular Silice Titanium Gravel Bike "While not a complete facelift, the updates to the Silice provide a more modern touch on tire clearance, improve ride feel, and provide more options for the rider." Written by Travis Reill (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) Electric gravel bikes: The good, the bad and the 'why?' "Not as torquey or capable as eMTBs, but still fun to ride off-road. We dive into what electric gravel bikes are, why they're good, bad and how they're powered." By Rebecca Bland (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Column
One
October
23, 2025
Blogs,
Articles
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Inrng: 2026 Tour de France Route "The Tour de France routes for 2026 are out and here is a stage-by-stage look at the course for the men. It runs between Saturday 4 July and Sunday 26 July." (inrng.com) (Credits not Found) Tour de France 2026 Route: Pyrenees, Massif Central, Vosges and two separate stages up Alpe d'Huez, before Montmarte finish in Paris "Race to take place July 4th to the 25th, with Grand Départ in Barcelona, before a clockwise route." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) 2026 Tour de France route unveiled with Alpe d’Huez doubleheader as grand finale "The novel Alpe d'Huez doubleheader will provide the grand finale to the 2026 Tour de France, and there are new summit finishes at Gavernie-Gèdre and Plateau de Solaison, but there is just one individual time trial." By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) 'The Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift continues to break records and exceed expectations' - Zwift extends partnership. "Deal extended to 2029, eight years of Tour de France Femmes and Zwift." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) 'Remco Evenepoel will be rightfully disappointed' - Ned Boulting's take on the route of the Tour de France 2026 "Next year's route is underwhelming and could be another Tadej Pogačar show, but is not without its gems, says the broadcaster." By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Richard Plugge questions new Tour team time trial format - 'This isn’t really a TTT' "Visma Lease a Bike boss Richard Plugge questioned the organizers’ decision to start the race with an unconventional team time trial in Barcelona." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Best indoor training apps for cycling: Virtual riding platforms and training analysis apps "Whether it’s virtual racing and riding or training tracking, planning and analysis, there are plenty of options to choose from - here are our top picks." By Tom Epton (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future) In
The News
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$2,000 Shoes?! The Lore Three Performance is 3D-Printed to Your Feet for Custom Fit "In a move that might rewrite the rulebook (and price) for cycling footwear, Lore has dropped its latest shoe offering: the Lore Three Performance Series." By Jordan Villella (bikerumor.com) (photo/ Lore) Met Trenta 3K helmet gets an update for better airflow and safety "The revised Met Trenta 3K helmet worn by Tadej Pogačar achieves one of the best Virginia Tech safety scores." By Paul Norman (cyclist.co.uk) (Image credit: Paul Brett via cyclingnews.com) CPSC warns against using Favoto helmets; Manufacturer has not agreed to recall "The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued a warning to stop using Favoto bike helmets because they violate safety requirements for positional stability, certification, and labeling." (bicycleretailer.com) (Credits not Found) Daily Dope: Champion allegedly tests positive for EPO just weeks after completing 3 year ban "The new charges come just weeks after amateur cyclist Gianbernardino Velotti finished serving a 3 year ban on September 12th and then winning the Masters 30-34 category Italian Medio Fondo Championship." Author: John Woodson (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Column
Two
October 23,
2025
Podcasts,
(Plus Photos, Books, Misc)
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The Tour de France route designers hope for suspense until stage 20 next year, with novelty thrown in, but will Tadej Pogačar listen? "An opening day TTT, two ascents of Alpe d'Huez, a visit to all of the mountain ranges... what's next?" By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com)(Image credit: SWpix.com/Zac Williams) Today's
Trending Articles
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"I sometimes think it shows the race off at its worst" - Ned Boulting disappointed with double Alpe d'Huez, lack of time trialing and novelty in 2026 Tour route "Ned Boulting is one of the most iconic voices of the Tour de France and also one of the most honest, and upon seeing the route reveal, he was not happy with it." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift 2026 Route: Swiss start, Mont Ventoux ascent, and Nice finish "Race to take place from August 1st - 9th, with first three days in Switzerland." By Meg Elliot (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Five key stages to watch in the 2026 Tour de France "We take a closer look at five key stages that could shape the race and decide who wears yellow in Paris." By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Does cycling have a Tadej Pogacar problem? "The Slovenian backed up his generational 2024 season with another run for the ages in 2025. Where next for the man with a serious claim to the title of greatest of all time - and can anyone catch up?" By Flo Clifford (sports.yahoo.com) (AFP via Getty Images) Tom Pidcock not yet back on the cyclocross bike, but ready to tie the knot "Pidcock announced via his official channels that he had proposed to his girlfriend, Bethany, a week ago." By Bram van der Ploeg (idlprocycling.com) Image: Social Media Zwift versus TrainerRoad: Which indoor cycling training app is right for you? "Whether socially motivated or data-driven, your perfect fit could be one (or both!) of these popular indoor cycling and training platforms." By Christopher Schwenker (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Zwift / TrainerRoad) Swiss Side launches new HADRON³ Ultimate 650 wheelset to work around UCI's new rim depth regulations "3mm might not sound much, but in this case it's made all the difference to making Swiss Side's new deep race wheels compliant with new UCI rules on rim depths." By Paul Grêlé (road.cc) (credit: Swiss Side) Don't buy the Specialized Aethos 2 before considering this 38% off deal on the original "We loved the original Specialized Aethos, and awarded it with a perfect five stars. Now, with almost £2,000 off, it adds incredible value to its repertoire." By Paul Brett (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future) Ekoi R Aero helmet review: Performance in the field appears to match what the lab testing suggests "Used by several WorldTour teams, its been developed to perform at the highest levels and comes with a price tag to match its lofty credentials." By Andy Turner (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future / Andy Turner) Innovators rethink bike seat design to combat cycling saddle pain "Cycling pain and health issues are not sexy things to talk about, but there are people suffering out there." By Kate O'Halloran (abc.net.au) (Photo Supplied: VSeat, Ani Armstrong) Sexual abuse, grief and a doping ‘smokescreen’ - Bradley Wiggins' book dissected "Since his retirement almost a decade ago there has been a near-constant stream of negative headlines about Bradley Wiggins - doping allegations, divorce, bankruptcy, sexual abuse by his first coach, cocaine addiction as an adult." By Tom Cary (sports.yahoo.com) Photo Geoff Pugh for The Telegraph Nike says its first ‘powered footwear’ is like an eBike for your feet "Project Amplify uses a robotic brace to boost your walking speed, with commuters in mind instead of pros." By Stevie Bonifield (theverge.com) Image: Nike Column
Three
October 23,
2025
Videos
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Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift 2026: Everything you need to know "Route information, and key information following the presentation in Paris as the race takes on Mont Ventoux." By Simon Richardson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) 2026 Tours de France: Double Alpe d’Huez for men, and Mont Ventoux for the women "The 113th Tour kicks off in Barcelona with early mountain battles, while the women race through Switzerland and Provence." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Prudhomme reveals brutal 2026 Tour finale designed to stop another Pogacar stranglehold "Tadej Pogačar has a habit of crushing the Tour de France long before Paris, but that is exactly what race director Christian Prudhomme hopes to prevent in 2026." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) 2026 Tour to see biggest revamp of race for green jersey in 15 years "The seven flat stages will each feature two intermediate sprints, as ASO seeks to engineer a head-to-head contest for the points classification." By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Sofiane Sehili to be Released from Russian Prison "Sofiane’s court hearing was today. Our Russian lawyer did remarkable work to get a decision as quickly as possible—and a positive decision, too! We kept all this confidential, so she could move forward without interference." (theradavist.com) (Credits not Found) Will he won’t he? Remco Evenepoel’s 2026 Tour de France plans still undecided "Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe’s new leader could ride for the overall, but team boss Zakkari Dempster says final decision will follow review of all Grand Tour routes." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Vingegaard’s shock early exit at European Championships leaves Danish coach still stunned "It was meant to be a symbolic return, Jonas Vingegaard’s first appearance in Danish colors since his junior days, but the European Championships in the Drôme-Ardèche turned into a day few expected." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Zwift versus Rouvy - How do the two virtual riding platforms stack up? "To determine which aligns best with your objectives, we pit Zwift against Rouvy - two leading indoor cycling apps providing group rides, workouts, races, and social interactions in a virtual environment." By Christopher Schwenker (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Zwift / Rouvy) Kona Keeps it Rolling with New, More Affordable Aluminum Hei Hei and Libre Models "After launching new carbon versions of the short-travel Hei Hei mountain bike and Libre gravel bike earlier this year, Kona is introducing aluminum-framed versions of both." By Jeremy Benson (bikerumor.com) (photo/Kona) Best rearview radars 2025: Eyes on the back of your bike "A rearview radar is becoming a must-have accessory to help with situational awareness." By Paul Norman (cyclist.co.uk) (Image: © Josh Ross via cyclingnews.com) Rudy Project Nytron helmet review: an everyday aero option "The Nytron is Rudy Project's entry in the burgeoning 'everyday aero' helmet category, combining ventilation and wind-cheating slipperiness." (Image credit: Andy Jones) Squire Matterhorn 230/10C D-Lock and Cable Kit "Affordable Diamond-rated lock and cable set that will prevent most opportunist thieves." By Jack Sexty (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc) Best long sleeve cycling jerseys 2025 reviewed "It’s the season when the long sleeve cycling jerseys come into their own, providing comfort as it gets colder. Our pick of the best long sleeve jerseys for riding outside in colder weather." By Paul Norman (cyclist.co.uk) (Image credit: Velocio via cyclingnews.com) Column
One
October
22, 2025
Blogs,
Articles
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If you want to win a Grand Tour next year, the Giro d’Italia or Vuelta a España are your best bet "Tadej Pogačar is targeting a fifth Tour de France, which opens up other possibilities." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Results CX Nacht van Woerden - Felipe Orts and Fem van Empel victorious on night cross "This Tuesday night we've had some quite popular winners as Felipe Orts and Fem van Empel raised their arms in glory." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Imago Tadej Pogačar's Tour de France-winning Met Trenta 3k Carbon helmet finally launches to the public "One of our favorite road helmets has been updated and goes on sale today, upping ventilation safety with an all-new structure." By Aaron Borrill (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Hushovd: ‘By 2030, Pogačar won’t be winning the Tour anymore’ "After earning a WorldTour license, the Norwegian team dreams big, with Thor Hushovd predicting a new Tour de France era." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Ridley) via cyclingnews.com UAE's 2026 Grand Tour leadership puzzle is a luxury, not a problem "Most teams in the peloton would be glad to have three potential Grand Tour winners like Tadej Pogačar, Isaac del Toro and João Almeida." By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) From paintwork and graphics, to components and finishing kit, make your own perfect bike with Orbea’s MyO Personalization system "Making your bike your own has never been easier with Orbea’s incredible MyO Personalization system, which allows you to choose not only things like components and finishing kit but even decide the colorway of your frame and what graphics you’d like." (road.cc) (credit: Orbea) In
The News
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Trek stars: The best electric touring bikes 2025 "Whether you're planning a multi-day adventure, a weekend escape, or you just want something that can cope with panniers and potholes, a good eTourer can change how (and how far) you ride. In this guide, we’ve picked out seven of the best electric touring bikes we’ve tested here at ebiketips." By Alex Bowden (road.cc) Photos by Oli Pendrey 4 Bespoked 3D Ti + Carbon Bordure, Curve, Hilite & Kocmo Rigs Including Best Gravel Bike "It almost feels anachronistic that 3D-printed titanium lugs bonded to carbon tubes would be a highlight of the world’s biggest handmade bicycle show. But clearly, the path of frame building is evolving." By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) Physical separation between cyclists, pedestrians and motorists key to safer streets, research shows "The study also found that bad behavior is the biggest contributing factor towards streets hostile to walking and wheeling." By Callum Devereux (road.cc) Cycling chaos: Does Spain have the worse cyclists in Europe "There has been growing debate about the behavior of some Spanish cyclists, particularly concerning road manners, group formations, and interactions with motor traffic on main roads." By Molly Grace (euroweeklynews.com) Photo credit: Duncan Andison/Shutterstock 'I rode my first century' - One rider's first foray into distance "From 0-100 miles in less than a year. How our 58-year-old photographer got bitten by the cycling bug." By Stephen Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Ian To) Smart beds flipped out during the AWS outage, and so did their sleepy owners "As the outage caused cloud servers to fail, people reported being awoken in discomfort by beds that locked in an upright incline, became unbearably warm, blinked flashing lights or even sounded a wake-up alarm." by Leo Sands (msn.com) Photo © Eight Sleep/Eight Sleep Column
Two
October 22,
2025
Podcasts,
(Plus Photos, Books, Misc)
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How the Predictions for 2025 Fared "As tempting as it can be to bury past predictions that soured it’s healthy to revisit the piece from January to see what the thinking was, what has happened since and try to learn from it." (inrng.com) (Image credit: ASO) Today's
Trending Articles
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DC Rainmaker: Strava Voluntarily Drops Lawsuit Against Garmin "The case was baffling to many in the industry, both from a technical and legal standpoint. From a technical standpoint, it didn’t appear to hold very much water, especially on the heat map side. And on the segments side, was seen as a potentially risky way for Strava to get their patents invalidated." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker) UCI chief Lappartient under scrutiny after using official account to back jailed Sarkozy "UCI president David Lappartient has publicly voiced support for former French president Nicolas Sarkozy, who was jailed on Tuesday at La Santé prison in Paris." By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Season not over for Isaac del Toro who will travel to Mexico to race national championships "It's official. Isaac del Toro will compete this week in the National Championships of Mexico 2025, both in the road race and in the time trial." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Magdeleine or Pogačar? Video shows new champ inspiring next gen "A clip interviewing young Québécois cyclists shows the importance of Magdeleine Vallières-Mill's big win" By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) ‘You still ride black tires? They're dirty and slow’ - Vittoria wants to change what bike tires look, feel and even smell like "New line of gravel tires is made from 92% renewable materials, are neutral colored and faster, lighter and more puncture-resistance to boot." By Anne-Marije Rook (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Complete Guide to Chain Cleaning & Degreasing Your Bicycle Chain "Maintaining your chain is one of the best ways you can save money on your bike. After upgrading to your dream ride, the last thing you want to do is keep shelling out to replace parts that are wearing out prematurely." (silca.cc) (Credits not Found) 'Cycle to Work has helped prop up the bike market' - £219 million put into bike industry through tax-break system "New analysis shows that 38% of Cycle to Work users are first-time bike owners." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Rivian’s first eBike is unlike anything you’ve ever seen "The TM-B electric bike is launching alongside the TM-Q pedal-assisted quad and Alpha Wave helmet." By Thomas Ricker (theverge.com) Image: Rivian Also Daily Dope: Med spa peddling banned IV infusions gets amateur age group winner disqualified "Intravenous (IV) infusions are all the rage with amateur athletes nowadays, but most athletes do not know the procedure is prohibited by the World Anti-Doping Agency - except in certain circumstances." Author: John Woodson (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found) ‘Can cycling make you a stronger runner after injury? I tried it and here’s what I learned‘ "If you’re working towards a comeback, cross-training with cycling could be a gamechanger." By Gary House as told to Eleanor Jones (unnersworld.com) Column
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October 22,
2025
Muriel Furrer's parents still without answers a year after fatal Worlds crash "The parents of the late Muriel Furrer are still waiting for a conclusion to the investigation into the circumstances of her death at the World Championships in Zurich in September of last year." By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) The Season Ends, But the Real Battles Begin: Promotion, Relegation, and the Future of Pro Cycling "As the 2025 cycling season comes to a close, The Outer Line’s latest AIRmail newsletter unpacks a week of conflicting events but undeniably compelling storylines." By The Outer Line (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) 'It was a perfect season this year, but we'll see if we can improve' - Pogacar aims for more domination "Tadej Pogačar has declared his intention to build on his remarkable 2025 campaign next year, despite describing the current season as “perfect” during an interview with Marca." By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) Photo: Harry Talbot Tadej Pogacar outranks 9 WorldTour teams in 2026 UCI ranking "Tadej Pogačar’s 2025 season was so dominant that his individual UCI points total would place him ahead of nine WorldTour teams in the final 2026 ranking." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Tom Dumoulin had a helluva marathon debut "The former Giro d’Italia winner threw down a very respectable marathon time at the 2025 TCS Amsterdam Marathon." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Anabelle Thomas levels up for 2026 "Calgary rider finds a new home with the Liv AlUla Jayco Women's Continental Team." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo Stefan Ritter Veteran Grand Tour winner Nairo Quintana confirmed with Movistar for another season in the WorldTour "Spanish National Champion Sara Martín also extends contract through to 2028." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Alison Jackson joins St Michel Preference Home Auber93 on two-year deal "Canadian rider Alison Jackson will bring her trademark energy, experience and strength to St Michel Preference Home Auber93, signing a two-year contract that will see her race with the French team through to the end of 2027." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Wahoo Kickr Core 2 with Zwift Cog "If you ever ride indoors and don’t ride a smart trainer, I strongly suggest making the leap: The robust experience afforded by platforms like Zwift and Rouvy all but solve the boredom issue, and can enrich your training dramatically." By Mike Fee (pezcyclingnews.com) Photo Mike Fee Oakley Meta Vanguard AI Sunglasses have Shockingly Good Camera & Speakers "In my opinion, one of the best features of the Vanguard sunglasses is the camera. The 12 MP camera is built into the nose piece, centered in the lens, and is always pointing in the direction of whatever you’re looking at." Written by Jeremy Benson and Jordan Villella (bikerumor.com) (Photo/Big Sugar) Wahoo Elemnt Bolt 3 GPS Bike Computer "Solid, refined update with better screen and battery, but few new features to justify upgrading from Bolt V2." By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Credits not Found) Hammerhead is ending Karoo 2 updates but I’m not ready to let go "The end of Hammerhead’s regular updates isn’t just about one bike computer; it’s about how the bike industry gets us to keep spending money." By Michael Venutolo-Mantovani (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Josh Ross) Casio’ new ring watch straps a durable G-Shock to your finger "The new G-Shock Nano DWN-5600 has launched in Japan and features an adjustable finger strap." By Andrew Liszewski (theverge.com) Image: Casio Japan As little as a $5.00 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. "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." "We’ve all been there: we’re scrolling and come across a news article that grabs our attention. Curiously, we click the link only to be blocked by a paywall." By Mary James (allaboutcookies.org) (Image Credit not Found) "BicyclingArt.com is the site for vintage cycling posters and prints. They are the number one source for vintage cycling posters and fine art prints. A large selection of contemporary artwork and vintage print items are available and their selection is growing daily." (bicyclingart.com) |
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cautious about ambitions
Alarm bells
ring in women’s cycling: "It’s imploding from within because
there’s too much focus on money"
Tour de
France 2026 route - Double finish on Alpe d’Huez, brutal new
climbs and a return to Montmartre
Tour de
France Femmes 2026 route - Starting in Switzerland, few
sprint opportunities, and Mont Ventoux as the decisive
factor
Will riders
like Van der Poel and Van Aert come up short? Here's what
Abrahamsen has to say about the chances for his type of
riders in the 2026 Tour
Under the
Spanish sun, van der Poel trains for the cyclocross winter,
and isn’t neglecting the running part either
Curaçao,
Egypt and… Paris: Unibet Tietema Rockets the most
represented team at Tour de France route presentation
Wout Poels
leaves XDS Astana after one season and ends career with Bas
Tietema's Rockets
Analysts
point out van Aert’s big advantage over van der Poel this
winter: "They’re out for blood"
Pogacar
opens up about his plans for next season, with the Vuelta
once again looking unlikely
Recently
retired Tusveld spots gap in cycling market: "Only one
WorldTour team has a full-time one on staff"
Better than
Uitjdebroeks or Lecerf? Unibet Tietema sign 24-year old
German climber with huge potential
Chaos reigns
as Lotto Intermarché merger struggles to take shape ahead of
UCI deadline
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Quintana will support new leader Uijtdebroeks in 2026:
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