Column
One
November
3, 2025
Blogs,
Articles
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Tim Wellens - 'We thought Pogacar might abandon the Tour de France' "On the stage to Valence [Stage 17], he told me, ‘Tim, we’ve got a problem, my knee really hurts.’ It was so bad that he went down to the car to see the doctor." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) ‘We haven’t had a fantastic evening together yet’ - Roglic on meeting Evenepoel "With so many potential leaders on its roster for 2026, Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe faces what some would call a selection headache. Roglič, though, prefers to see it as an opportunity." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Golden statue of Tadej Pogačar unveiled in Abu Dhabi as part of UAE Team Emirates XRG's end-of-season celebrations "World Champion's bowing celebration immortalized in team's home nation." By Terry McKall (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: © Filippo Barcatta/UAE Team Emirates XRG via cyclingnews.com) “It is not clear when she will race again" - Former world champion's return to racing uncertain as knee injury proves more of a concern than initially hoped "Ceylin del Carmen Alvarado’s comeback has been dealt a fresh setback, with the former world champion still unable to pin down a return date as she continues to battle a lingering knee injury." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Imago Tour of Norway in trouble amid government funding cuts "The Scandinavian pro race may be canceled in 2026" By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Tim de Waele/TDWSport.com via cyclingnews.com) Your bike light could be a fire hazard that needs immediate attention "Knog has recalled some bicycle lights because the lithium-ion battery can overheat and cause a fire." By Deb Kiner (pennlive.com) Photos Provided by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission WTB Riddler/Raddler SG2 gravel tires: Grip and speed for dry and rocky terrain "Mixing-and-matching WTB's Riddler and Raddler gravel tires to see if they offer the key to grip and speed." By Tim Russon (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Andy Jones) The One Question You Must Ask When Reading Anything About Health, Nutrition, and Cycling "Information Overload can occur any time you seek an answer to a problem or potential one by using your laptop or smartphone." By Kevin Kolodziejski (roadbikerider.com) Photo via trainerroad.com Best eBike conversion kits 2025 - Motorize the bike you already have "Find out how to (safely) transform your regular bike with our guide to the best eBike conversion kits." By Richard Peace (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo by Oli Pendrey Onza Introduces a Full Gravel Lineup with Branding that is Easy to Understand "The X1 is the fastest rolling and least aggressive, and the X6 is the most aggressive and most traction - it's really that easy." By Travis Reill (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) Column
Two
November 3,
2025
Podcasts,
(Plus Photos, Books, Misc)
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“We should not think about a quick return” - Eli Iserbyt's future uncertain again after suffering a relapse "Eli Iserbyt has suffered a relapse of his injury after undergoing four surgeries earlier this year on the iliac artery in his left leg." By Félix Serna (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Imago 'I still feel like I’m 25 years old' - Michael Matthews extends contract with Jayco AlUla for two more years "Australian rider as hungry as ever for results having recovered from mid-season pulmonary embolism scare and got back into fighting form." By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) “Hugely impressive that he’s this strong so early” - Lidl Trek teen hailed as star of the future "Albert Philipsen has already produced moments that make seasoned pros feel old - and he has only just completed his first season in the elite ranks." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Is a new Canyon Aeroad or Ultimate coming soon? Mathieu van der Poel spotted riding mystery new bike with redesigned handlebars and increased tire clearance "The Dutch rider has been seen riding what appears to be a new Canyon bike, with some features that are a clear departure from any road bike in the German brand's current road bike range." By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) 'It gives me an adrenaline rush that pushes me to go further' - Jonathan Milan on his need for speed "Tour de France green jersey winner Jonathan Milan speaks about his passion for speed and his plans for improvement at the EFGH Singapore Criterium." By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Colombian Cyclist Rigoberto Uran Made History in Barranquilla with the 2025 Giro de Rigo "Known as “El Toro de Urrao”, Rigoberto Uran is one of the most iconic figures in Colombian sports history." By Caroll Viana (colombiaone.com) Credit: Jomenager, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 / Flickr Abrahamsen targets Roubaix and Flanders as Uno-X enters the WorldTour "Jonas Abrahamsen believes Uno-X’s long-awaited promotion to the WorldTour will mark a new chapter for both himself and Norwegian cycling." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Eurobike shares media statement following exit of German Industry Associations "The news that German Industry Associations ZIV and Zukunft Fahrrad very publicly announced an end to their partnership with Eurobike dominated much of last week’s trade news." By Simon Cox (bikebiz.com) (Image Credit not Found) Ari Shafer with 55mm Schwalbe G-One "Utah-based Ari Bikes updated their Shafer carbon-frame gravel bike with all the stuff you would expect to see in 2025, plus a few things you wouldn’t expect." By JOM (gravelcyclist.com) (Image Credit via theradavist.com) Column
Three
November 3,
2025
Videos
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Former French pro killed in apparent murder-suicide "The 39-year-old ex-national champion, Cindy Morvan and mother of two was killed by her ex-partner’s girlfriend." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Exercise benefits women nearly twice as much as men, study says "Same workout, bigger heart payoff for women." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Getty Images) Who are the top WorldTour riders still without contracts for 2026? "Amid closures, proposed mergers and doubts over licenses, spaces in WorldTour teams are at a premium in 2026 and there is still an array of riders sweating on their contracts for 2026." By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Pogacar “isn’t riding to win the Tour anymore” - U.S. ex-pros see a record-chasing Slovenian in 2026 "If 2025 wasn’t the year of Tadej Pogacar, whose was it? The Slovenian, flying the flag for UAE Emirates XRG, dominated the sport and there’s little to suggest next season will be any different." By Gauthier Ribeiro (idlprocycling.com) Markjayson.cycling/Instagram Gravel bikes are a mis-selling scandal "I love gravel bikes, but let’s stop pretending they’re something they’re not." By Matthew Loveridge (cyclist.co.uk) (Photo via granfondo-cycling.com) Cotic brings improved geometry, new cable routing and UDH compatibility to its second generation Cascade gravel bike "The Cascade gets a well deserved facelift and frames are now made in Portugal." By Liam Mercer (road.cc) (Image credit via theradavist.com) Hunt Wheels goes big early for Black Friday - With up to 40% off the best wheelsets, it's their biggest ever sale "Grab big discounts while you can, because deals like a huge $1,080 saving on the 60 Limitless UD Carbon wheels won't be around for long." By Paul Brett (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future) Tailfin scores a perfect 10 and Favero's lightweight power pedals impress: road.cc Recommends updated with 8 great cycling products "A fantastic eight products have earned road.cc Recommends badges this month, with a perfect Tailfin setup, more clever on-bike storage solutions, pro-level pedals and more." (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc) Hutchinson Challenger TR "Excellent hard-wearing tire that's comfy, grippy and extremely puncture-resistant." By Josh Price (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc) Pennsylvania man says experimental drug has helped him recover from cycling accident "Larry Williams is walking, something he thought wouldn't be possible after breaking his neck in a cycling accident three years ago." By Stephanie Stahl (cbsnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Column
One
November
2, 2025
Rapencross: Joris Nieuwenhuis solos to second victory of the season as Thibau Nys battles mechanicals and crashes "Michael Vanthourenhout takes second and Niels Vandeputte is third in Lokeren." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Rapencross: Lucinda Brand strikes again for fourth win in five races in 2025-26 "Dutch racer beats Marion Norbert-Riberolle and Sara Casasola by 17 seconds in Lokeren." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Lokeren cross delivers shocks: Nieuwenhuis flips X2O standings after Nys-drama, Brand wins again "Pre-race favorite Thibau Nys endured a nightmare afternoon. Lucinda Brand controlled the women’s race on the slick Park ter Beuken circuit." By Bram van der Ploeg (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit not Found) Primoz Roglic eyes fifth Vuelta title as new chapter begins with Evenepoel at Bora "Asked about sharing leadership with Evenepoel, he shrugs off any notion of tension. “It’s going to be easy,” he says. “There are a lot of races. It’s not about who does what, but how we win." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) “He’s like Pogacar, everyone loves him” - Brian Holm praises Elia Viviani's fairytale farewell after world title win "After a decade and a half in the professional peloton, Elia Viviani ended his career on the highest possible note: winning the world title in the elimination race at the Track World Championships in Chile." By Félix Serna (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Five must-have gadgets for racing on Zwift "Indoor training doesn't have to be a chore. To celebrate Indoor Training Week, we've handpicked five cool items that will improve your experience and make you a happier rider." By Aaron Borrill (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future) "A beautiful edition, and I enjoyed it as much as I could" - Lars van der Haar bids farewell to the Koppenberg and to cyclocross "For the final time in his long and successful career, Lars van der Haar faced the infamous slopes of the Koppenbergcross." By Félix Serna (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Proshots 2025 X2O Badkamers Trofee Cyclocross Rapencross in Lokeren Live Streams "The 2025 X2O Badkamers Trofee Cyclocross Rapencross in Lokeren, Belgium is Sunday, November 2nd. Elite
Women at 13:45 CET, 7:45am ET, 4:45am Pacific.
Elite
Men at 15:00 CET, 9:00am ET, 6:00am Pacific.
The races will be shown on
HBO Max and FloBikes starting at about 4:42am Pacific."
(cyclingfans.com) Photo via
tiz-cycling.tv
Column
Two
November 2,
2025
Podcasts,
(Plus Photos, Books, Misc)
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'I am a clean athlete and a person of integrity' - Oier Lazkano protests innocence following UCI suspension "Spanish racer has been provisionally suspended over 'unexplained abnormalities' in his Biological Passport." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Imago Wout van Aert teases cyclocross program "The Belgian spoke about his plan for his upcoming ‘cross season." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) "It definitely feels like its partly my project" - Tom Pidcock finds perfect motivation balance at Q36.5 "I feel very involved in the team in general, not just in the sporting side, but also making decisions and making the team grow." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Paul Ganse / Nedbank Gravel Burn via cyclingnews.com) Van der Poel turns the page, Van Aert declares “The season starts here” in gym update "Mathieu van der Poel and Wout van Aert are already gearing up for a hard-working winter." By Bram van der Ploeg (idlprocycling.com) Image: Social Media 'I know many teams would have taken me on' - Meintjes insists Lotto Intermarché merger didn't influence retirement "Louis Meintjes reflected on his career, and insisted that he bowed out on his own terms after a strong 13 years." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Muov Trainer Review: The most expensive X-Box controller for cycling that money can buy - But it’s brilliant "The Muov delivers on it’s promise of extra realism, and brings Zwift et al to life in a way that other trainers just can’t. But it ain’t cheap." By Andy Carr (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Andy Carr) A Huge Number of Young Athletes Are Taking Creatine. Should They? "Creatine is one of the most widely used sports supplements across the world." By Paul Hough (sciencealert.com) (Organic Media/Getty Images) Elite Athletes Are Only Human, And Scientists Have Found Their Limit "Elite athletes can push their bodies to the very limit, but even they can't surpass the boundaries of human nature, according to new research." By Carly Cassella (sciencealert.com) (Domenico Fornas/Getty Images) What is ERG mode and what is it used for in training? "The ERG mode incorporated in current interactive rollers, an acronym for ergometer, is one of the great features of these devices." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) Photo via trainright.com Column
Three
November 2,
2025
Videos
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Jonathan Milan storms to Tour de France Singapore Criterium victory to cap off stellar season "Italian outsprints Girmay as day's TTT cancelled due to torrential rain." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: ASO/Thomas Maheux via cyclingnews.com) Ben O'Connor on starting 2026 season - "Being on Jayco will definitely make it a lot simpler" "The Australian rider is starting his season early on next year, as he has already expressed clear interest in racing the national championships in early January - which could be combined with the Tour Down Under potentially." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: ASO/Thomas Maheux via cyclingnews.com) Fit older male cyclists face these hidden heart risks - Here's why that shouldn't put you off riding "Heart scarring and irregular rhythms are much more likely in older people when they are engaged with intense cycling, a new study has shown." By John Whitney (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found) Before 2 organ transplants, he could hardly walk. Now, he's the world's fastest cyclist for his age "Greg Wilkinson won the cycling events at the 2025 World Transplant Games in his age category." By Matt Allen (cbc.ca) (Matt Allen/CBC News) Boardman SLR 9.4 Carbon Ltd 2025 "Do-it-all road bike that masters it all, and at a great price." By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc) ‘I’m thinking of her so much' - Riders react after ex-French track cyclist Cindy Morvan killed in Calais "According to reports, the perpetrator was the partner of Morvan's ex-husband, who took her own life after the shooting." By Bram van der Ploeg (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit not Found) Primoz Roglic on Evenepoel and Lipowitz for 2026: "We have to be ready to be the best, and then I don't care who wins" "It's going to be very easy. If I'm honest, there are a lot of races; it's not always a question of who will do what, but From my point of view, it's more a question of how to win the race or how to be the best." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Live
video Sunday from 3:20am Eastern, 12:20am Pacific.
The
race will be shown on FloBikes starting at about 1:20am
Pacific."
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Column
One
November
1, 2025
Thibau Nys wins season debut in opening round of the X2O Trofee "Cameron Mason delivers strong runner-up performance." By Rob Sturney (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Koppenbergcross: Lucinda Brand solos to third season victory on famous cobbled climb "Dutch veteran beats Célia Gery by 19 seconds as Sara Casasola rounds out podium." by Martijn Polder (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) 'A proper way to start' - Thibau Nys wins 2025 Koppenbergcross ahead of European title defense "The European and Belgian Champion started his season as he means to go on, with the European Championships on the horizon next week in Middelkerke, Belgium." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) 'Tadej Pogacar would race cyclocross tomorrow if his team let him' "Tadej Pogacar’s talent was shaped on muddy fields long before he conquered the Alps. The Slovenian started out in cyclocross, a discipline that still fascinates him." By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Image credit: UAE Team Emirates courtesy of Twitter feed) Inside cycling’s biological passport: How science caught up with Oier Lazkano "The provisional suspension of Spanish rider Oier Lazkano has renewed focus on cycling’s biological passport, a tool designed to track the body’s chemistry over time and expose irregular patterns that traditional doping tests might miss." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Cofidis: A sorry season of doom and gloom "A season of doom and gloom for Cofidis, with the team being relegated to the UCI ProTour." (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) The 2025 National Hill Climb Championship was perfect - All bike races will be judged against it "Matlock CC's promotion on Bank Road set a new standard for what domestic racing in the UK can be, cementing the National Championship’s status as the most important road event on the calendar." By Jack Luke (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found) “If you don’t want major cycling races in Norway, this is the way to go” - Public funding shortfall threatens Tour of Norway cancellation "After 21 editions, the Tour of Norway is in serious risk of disappearing from the cycling calendar, at least in 2026." By Félix Serna (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: SWpix.com 2025 X2O Badkamers Trofee Cyclocross Koppenbergcross Live Streams "The 2025 X2O Badkamers Trofee Cyclocross Koppenbergcross, Oudenaarde, Belgium is Saturday, November 1st. Elite
Women at 13:45 CET, 8:45am ET, 5:45am Pacific.
Elite
Men at 15:00 CET, 10:00am ET, 7:00am Pacific.
The races will be shown on
HBO Max and FloBikes starting at about 5:42am Pacific."
(cyclingfans.com)
Photo via tiz-cycling.tv
Column
Two
November 1,
2025
Podcasts,
(Plus Photos, Books, Misc)
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Wout van Aert hints at Tour de France return despite limited opportunities "Speaking at Tim Declercq's farewell criterium, the Belgian hinted that the Tour de France is likely to feature in his plans next summer." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Riders spar on the famed Koppenberg in the X2O Trofee's first round "With the Superprestige ‘cross series already underway, Saturday’s opening round of the 2025-2026 X2O Badkamers Trofee in Oudenaarde, Belgium, the cobble-y Koppenbergcross, went Lucinda Brand’s way." By Rob Sturney (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) "My helmet saved my life" - Zoe Backstedt hospitalized after scary training crash "A frightening end to October has forced rising British star Zoe Backstedt to hit pause on her cyclocross campaign before it even begins, after a crash in training left her with two small fractures in her hand and wrist." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Zoe Bäckstedt via road.cc) -C2-
How to watch Singapore Criterium 2025 cycling: Channel, live stream, time, TV schedule for road race "Top cyclists from around the world will compete at the two-day event, which will be held at the iconic Marina Bay street circuit. Mark Cavendish overcame the likes of Jasper Philipsen and Arnaud De Lie to win the Singapore Criterium last year." By Abhinav Nair (sportingnews.com) (Image Credit via cyclingnews.com) From 250kg of Salmon to a Piglet - The most remarkable prizes in professional cycling "From food-inspired trophies to animal-themed rewards and unusually shaped trophees, these are some of the strangest and most charming awards in the peloton." (domestiquecycling.com) Photo Laurent Pichon Gravel Burn: Matt Beers and Axelle Dubau-Prevot win inaugural seven-day stage race across the Great Karoo of South Africa "South African Beers secured lead by winning three of six stages as Frenchwoman Dubau-Prevot overcame." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image credit: James Cameron Heron/Gravel Burn via cyclingnews.com) More details on Oier Lazkano's suspension emerge - Home police operation, computer data and doping connections "More and more begins to come out and reveals a long police investigation that culminated in a house visit back in April where Lazkano had to hand over some of his personal belongings and data." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) “I lost sponsors after riding with Lance Armstrong - But it did us more good than bad” "Two decades on from his first Tour charity ride, former Crystal Palace captain Geoff Thomas joins the road.cc Podcast to discuss his cancer story, his love of cycling, and his experiences with a certain Texan." Remco Bike Lift with Feedback Sports Pro-Elite Clamp "Excellent way to work on heavy bikes - and at a price that's very competitive for its functionality." By Mike Stead (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc) Column
Three
November 1,
2025
Patrick Lefevere Blasts Mark Cavendish over 'con' - "Gave him a contract when nobody wanted him anymore. Now we get this" "I find what Mark is writing regrettable. I bailed him out of the mess back then and gave him a contract when nobody wanted him anymore. Now we get this. Ingratitude is clearly the world's reward." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) "Nothing is on paper" - Biniam Girmay admits he is trying to leave Intermarché Lotto merger and join new team "Biniam Girmay is trying to leave Intermarché Lotto, the team that is set to be officially announced soon and with the new names to be revealed as well." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Immortalized in gold - Statue of Pogacar unveiled in Abu Dhabi "UAE Team Emirates star Tadej Pogačar has unveiled a golden statue of himself in Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates), with the 27-year-old Slovenian world champion attending the ceremony alongside local cycling enthusiasts." By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Jhonatan Narváez transfer: Hit or miss? Ineos rider turns into A-tier domestique for Tadej Pogacar at UAE "With Jhonatan Narváez' new contract at UAE Team Emirates XRG, the South American classics specialist not only found the best level of his career but has also become a right-hand man for none other than Tadej Pogacar in his very biggest roles." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Imago The Big Question: Will Tadej Pogacar become cycling’s GOAT? "After a season spent demolishing and demoralizing his rivals, Tadej Pogacar has the cycling world pondering about his place in the peloton of greats." Dilenjit Singh (straitstimes.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) "Regardless of how poorly he rode, Jonas was a huge positive" - National coach backs Vingegaard for more Worlds and Euros despite disappointing debut in Danish colors "Jonas Vingegaard's long-anticipated debut in Danish national colors may not have delivered the fairytale result on paper." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Colnago returns to the track with its "most aerodynamic bike ever", plus Storck's fancy new gravel bike, a winter cleaning solution + more "Will we see this bike winning medals at the 2028 Olympics? Check it out alongside all the best new tech we've spotted this week, including stuff from Storck, Tredz, Chris King, NOBL and Dynamic Bike Care." By Dan Alexander (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc) Mavic Cosmic S 42 wheelset review - Do the brand's cheapest carbon wheels offer good value? "As the entry point into Mavic's illustrious Cosmic wheel range, the S 42s are their only offering in the competitive sub £1,000 carbon wheelset market." By Tim Russon (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Tim Russon) YT USA closing after failing to “reach an agreement” with YT Germany "YT Industries listing ship is edging closer to keeling entirely, with the announcement that YT Industries USA is closing up shop. The brand also appears to be exiting Canada." By Terry McKall (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) 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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