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Column One
November 24, 2025

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'I'm not a superhero, I'm just a normal guy' - Tadej Pogačar insists he's a regular person who simply wants to win Paris Roubaix


"Roubaix and Milan San Remo major targets for 2026, says the Slovenian, who says he isn't about to run out of motivation any time soon."
By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Vingegaard responds to Pedersen's criticism of post-season criteriums - 'Not the toughest, but not always easy'


"Danish cycling star Jonas Vingegaard has responded to criticism about exhibition races like the Saitama Criterium in Japan, where he recently claimed victory despite the event having no official UCI status."
By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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Pro Bike Checks: CX World Cup Winning Trek Boone RSLs of Lucinda Brand & Thibau Nys


"The Baloise Glowi Lions turned up at the opening round of the 2025/26 UCI Cyclocross World Cup in Tábor, CZ on a mission, with both Lucinda Brand & Thibau Nys winning their respective elite races aboard almost identical Trek Boone RSL cyclocross bikes."
By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) (All photos/Cory Benson)
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North Carolina Grand Prix: Jolanda Neff repeats on Sunday while Cole Punchard bolts to first elite men's win


"Former Olympic MTB champion completes weekend sweep for elite women after late mistake by Gunsalus."
By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image credit: Jamie Arkfeld via cyclingnews.com)
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Uijtdebroeks counters Movistar myth: ‘The support structure is excellent’


"Cian Uijtdebroeks’ move to Movistar was one of the most unexpected storylines of the transfer period, yet inside the team, he has already found something he felt he was missing."
By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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Torstein Træen's return completes Uno-X Mobility's roster ahead of debut WorldTour season


"Uno-X Mobility have completed their 30-man roster ahead of their first season as a WorldTour side, confirming the re-signing of Torstein Træen after he spent two years with Bahrain Victorious."
By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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Maghalie Rochette debuts national championship kit


"The elite women’s ‘cross champ has a great new outfit for the 2025-2026 season."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found)
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Hot or Not? Prologo Scratch M5 AGX Saddle on Review


"Saddles are a bit like Swiss Army knives - at least when they’re meant to work equally well for gravel, cyclocross and adventure rides."
by Jan Fock (granfondo-cycling.com) Image: Jan Fock
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Ergon SR Allroad Comp Men


"Very good all-road/gravel option with excellent male-specific comfort and a solid build - and good value too."
by Ollie Smith (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc)
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Wahoo Trackr Radar vs Garmin Varia RTL515 - The driver’s view


"Let me lay out why I wanted to focus this review on what drivers see when you use a bike radar light rather than what you see on your bike computers from that radar."
By Steve (intheknowcycling.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Fizik Continues to Keep Your Feet Warm With Terra Artica GTX Updates


"The Tempo Artica shoes were for the cold and wet road rides. Fizik designed the Terra Artica shoes for the same conditions, but for trails rather than roads."
Written by Travis Reill (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Column Two
November 24, 2025
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Never Say Never Cycling Team


"Gerry Ryan has long been a benefactor of Australian sport and likes to joke he’s busy spending his children’s inheritance. Sponsoring the Jayco team since its inception in 2012 has cost him tens of millions of dollars. It might be fun but owning a pro cycling team is not lucrative."
(inrng.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Rad Power Bikes’ batteries are a fire risk and shouldn’t be used, CPSC warns


"The US Consumer Protection Safety Commission issued a stark warning about Rad Power Bikes’ eBike batteries Monday, linking them to dozens of fires and saying they “pose a risk of serious injury and death."
Andrew J. Hawkins (theverge.com) Image: Rad Power Bikes
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Massive Sports Tech Black Friday Deals List (Constantly Updated!)


"Here’s all the best sports tech deals for this Black Friday and the holiday sale period ahead. As always, I’ve categorized all the deals by type, and then added various notes or things to consider."
By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
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Thibau Nys's awesome helmet tribute to his dad


"The 23-year-old Belgian cross star celebrated a solo victory in Tábor while honoring Sven Nys with a nostalgic nod to his father’s racing days."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found)
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‘Cycling today is very inhumane' - Retiring Omar Fraile foresees shorter careers


"Former Spanish professional cyclist Omar Fraile has revealed he regrets not being able to compete in his final La Vuelta, despite preparing specifically for the race as his farewell to the sport."
By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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'This is the perfect ending' - Elia Viviani savors last dance of racing career at Gent Six


"Former Olympic gold medalist named as Italian track team manager."
By Félix Serna (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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What is Chris Froome’s legacy?


"With seven Grand Tours, two Olympic medals and a tough stint at Israel Premier Tech to his name, how will history look back on Chris Froome?"
By Ewan Wilson (cyclist.co.uk) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Repente introduces the Nomad: A covered 3D printed saddle


"By now we’re all familiar with the lattice-work-like approach to the 3D printed saddle, so when Repente decided that wasn’t what they wanted, the Nomad 3D was the outcome."
Simon Cox (bikebiz.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Review: Wahoo Kickr Bike Pro … The Mother of All Smart Bikes


"The up and down tilt for gradient, steering controls, and built-in Zwift controllers make for a more immersive virtual indoor riding experience."
By Chuck Peña (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit Chuck Peña)
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Thanksgiving Glucose Hacks: Four Practical Hacks to Lower Your Glucose Levels Quickly


"It’s that time of the year! Thanksgiving is coming up and many of you will indulge in a wonderful family meal! How would you like to both indulge in that meal AND ensure your glucose spike stays relatively normal?"
By Hunter Allen (shoppeaks.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Column Three
November 24, 2025
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'I came within an inch of being in a wheelchair' - French pro cyclist struck by car driver while training


"Arkéa B&B Hotels rider Thibault Guernalec suffered multiple fractures and a concussion."
By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Pro Log: Esteban Chaves retires; Israel Premier Tech becomes NSN Cycling Team; Wiebes and Guernalec hit by drivers; Marcel Kittel joins Unibet Rose Rockets


"The past week’s pro cycling news highlights, including injuries, a rebrand, a positive tests, a retirement and an unretirement."
By Robyn Davidson (cyclist.co.uk) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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'Twice above 1,000m ... And probably snow' - Tour of Norway set for tougher route and more women's stages in 2026


"Tour of Norway event direct Roy Hegreberg has revealed plans to Domestique that the race will cover a wider geographical area in 2026, expanding beyond the Rogeland county with longer climbing sections with new routes while increasing the women's race to three stages."
By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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Esteban Chaves retires after sixteen years for a life beyond the bike


"Esteban Chaves has ended his sixteen year professional career and is beginning to confront what comes next."
By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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Valentina Cavallar signs with SD Worx Protime to reinforce their climbing depth


"The 24-year-old arrives from Arkéa B&B Hotels after two seasons of rapid progression, completing one of the most unconventional career switches in the modern peloton."
By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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None of the top 30 cycling cities in the world are in the USA or UK


"We should all be more like Utrecht: "A city built on flow."
By Meg Elliot (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Cycling legend Pedro Delgado in deep doo doo After Vuelta comments


"The former Tour de France winner and long-time commentator sparked controversy after criticizing the handling of protests during the Vuelta’s final stage in Madrid."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Shane Stokes via cyclingnews.com)
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The Gobik Superarmour Jacket is for the Wettest and Coldest Rides


"Gobik has just launched a jacket to combat the cold. And the wet. And the wind. The Spanish apparel brand, known for partnering with major fabric technology manufacturers, boasts a jacket that will keep you warm in -8°C temps."
Written by Travis Reill (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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The Oakley Meta Vanguard smart glasses arrive for review - Plus Pakbrite's carbon fiber storage capsule, a “hurricane power” bike dryer + more


"The latest cycling tech hits road.cc HQ - here’s a sneak peek, with full reviews coming soon."
By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc)
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New tilting flatbed eTrike is like a pedal powered pickup truck


"Cargo eBikes are already replacing cars for a surprising number of people, but Cube’s newest electric trike goes a step further."
By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found)
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Column One
November 23, 2025

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UCI Cyclocross World Cup: Thibau Nys claims dominant solo win in Tábor


"Laurens Sweeck is second, Joris Nieuwenhuis takes third in freezing conditions."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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UCI Cyclocross World Cup: Lucinda Brand holds on for victory in Tábor


"Former world champion Brand holds off a resurgent Sara Casasola to win the opening round of the 2025/26 World Cup."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Boom! 2026 UCI gravel world series growth explodes: Now 45 races with 15 new events


"On Friday the UCI announced a massive worldwide 45 race Gravel World Championship series calendar with 15 new events for amateur, elite and pro cyclists looking to qualify for the 2026 UCI Gravel World Championship."
Author: Craig Sakamoto (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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"He was kind of an enemy of mine in the peloton," but Matteo Jorgenson made a close friend once he joined Visma


"Matteo Jorgenson was signed by Team Visma Lease a Bike two seasons ago, and last winter the Dutch team brought in Victor Campenaerts."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com)(E. Garnier/L'Équipe via msn.com)
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2025 UCI Cyclocross World Cup Tabor, Czech Republic Live Streams


"2025 UCI Cyclocross World Cup Tabor, Czech Republic Sunday, November 23:

Elite Women at 13:00 CET, 7:00am ET

Elite Men at 14:30 CET, 8:30am ET

The races will be shown on FloBikes starting at about 3:50am Pacific."

(cyclingfans.com) Image: cyclocross24.com
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From 18 to 31 years old - The 77 riders that, thus far, are confirmed to make their World Tour debut in 2026


"The 2026 season will start soon and lots of riders will race for the first time in a World Tour team."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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2025 SCNCA SoCal Cup Winners Announced & Full Results


"After eight months of competition, the SCNCA SoCal Cup road racing season has concluded, with overall champions being crowned."
(socalcycling.com) (Credits not Found)
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NSN Cycling Team: Who are behind the unexpected new player in the 2026 WorldTour?


"A sudden shift has shaken professional cycling. After more than a decade under the Israel-Premier Tech banner, the project has been rebuilt, rebranded and relaunched as NSN Cycling Team."
By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (AP Photo/Miguel Oses, file via vinnews.com)
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Column Two
November 23, 2025
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Tim Merlier uneasy as man-made Abu Dhabi climb looms over 2028 worlds


"The Belgian sprinter worries a purpose-built hill could turn the course into a climbers’ race."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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'Everything is possible' - Q36.5 confirm Pidcock and Bennett could both ride the Tour de France in 2026


"Pinarello-Q36.5 has a strong chance of riding the Tour de France next summer, should they receive an automatic wildcard invitation as one of the three highest-ranked ProTour teams."
By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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'We had to perform something like a miracle' - Vinokourov on Astana's mega 2025 comeback


"XDS Astana has collected 16,716 points during the 2025 season, finishing fourth in the World Team Rankings and securing their WorldTour status that seemed uncertain just a year ago."
By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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Michael Boogerd: "The bodies of Pogacar and Van der Poel suffer a little trauma every time they deliver such a massive solo"


"Former pro Michael Boogerd has answered the question as to whether he still enjoys to see the dominant performances of both in their own terrain respectively."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Imago
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Cyclists take on Cobble Wobble hill climb


"The route up Catherine Hill is designed to test the riders' strength and skill, and the winners are crowned the King and Queen of the Cobbles."
By Clara Bullock, and Alastair McKee (bbc.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Omar Fraile denied opportunity for his desired farewell: 'Cycling today is very inhuman'


"The Spaniard from Ineos Grenadiers is hanging up his bike - and he doesn’t like the direction the sport is heading."
By Martijn Polder (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit via Ineos Grenadiers)
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Shimano Cues U6000


"Comfortable and easy-to-use groupset that provides loads of component choices."
By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc)
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39 days until 2026 and many top riders remain without a public contract - Girmay, Gee, Froome, Kwiatkowski, etc


"The 2026 season is coming closer and closer and lots of riders remain without a contract for the 2026 season. "
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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The future of practical, do-it-all adventure bikes? Check out the Exposure Primitiva Concept with a steel frame, suspension fork and full internal cable routing


"The Primitiva concept tests gravel suspension, Mason’s first fully integrated steel frame, and new finishing techniques."
By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (credit: Mason Cycles)
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Column Three
November 23, 2025
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2025 season review | Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale: French wins, Gall thrives in the Grand Tours and Seixas provides big dreams


"This review breaks down the highs and lows of their men’s road campaign and closes with an analytical verdict on where they stand heading into 2026."
By Fin Major (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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The exclusive Pinarello Dogma F worth €20,000 belonging to Jorge Martín has been stolen


"The recent Moto GP Grand Prix of Valencia, which was already marked by the hasty return of Jorge Martín after his last injury in Japan, ended with an unexpected setback for the Madrid rider."
By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) Photo: Pinarello
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After 15 years at the top and World Tour, Movistar rider confirms retirement


"Another World Tour rider has confirmed his retirement from cycling: Movistar's Davide Cimolai."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo via movistarteam.com
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Pogacar shuts down early retirement speculation


"Tadej Pogacar has quashed the idea that he could retire from cycling following the conclusion of the 2028 Olympics and also highlighted the importance of winning Milan San Remo and Paris Roubaix."
By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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Tiberi, Martínez, Buitrago - Report suggests Bahrain - Victorious leaders have decided 2026 Grand Tours


"The 2026 season is taking shape and so are the plans of the top teams."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Goodbye to stop signs for bikes - New Mexico state law lets cyclists yield instead of stopping


"Cyclists will now be legally allowed to treat a stop sign as a yield sign. Red lights can be treated as stop signs, with cyclists permitted to legally roll through if there are no other vehicles or road users present."
by Sarah I. (ecoticias.com) Photo Credits: ECONews in-house edition
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"Dog-related bicycle accidents are more common than many cyclists realize, with over 35,000 riders visiting the ER each year. Whether it’s a chasing dog or a loose farm animal, the legal outcomes vary significantly based on whether negligence or ownership can be proven."
By Stan Purdum (roadbikerider.com) Image via bikelegalfirm.com
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These are the 10 Best Cycling Destinations in the World, According to Travel Experts


"Cycling expert highlights ten of the best destinations around the world for riders seeking adventure, culture, and stunning scenery."
By Lindsey Puls (currently.att.yahoo.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Column One
November 22, 2025

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Johan Bruyneel reveals Greg Lemond tests results and disputes Greg Lemond's "best VO2Max ever measured in cycling" claim


"Greg Lemond was reported to have a VO2Max of 92.5mL/kg/min which is said to be the highest among pro cyclists that have achieved meaningful results up to this day."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo via LeBlanq
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Marcel Kittel joins Unibet Rose Rockets as sprint coach


"Unibet Rose Rockets have added a major name to their performance staff with the appointment of Marcel Kittel as the team’s new sprint coach."
By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) Photo: Unibet Rose Rockets
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Pogacar, Vingegaard, Evenepoel - What do we know about their 2026 race programs so far?


"Pogačar, Vingegaard and Evenepoel are shaping their 2026 calendars, and the choices they make in the coming weeks will decide where their seasons overlap."
By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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'Tailor-made for me' - Evenepoel reacts to rumored 40km time trial at Giro


"Anticipation is building ahead of the 2026 season, and in particular, regarding Remco Evenepoel's race schedule with his new team."
By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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Fem van Empel unclear on return to cyclocross after promising start to 2025/26 season


"The 22-year-old has not competed since abandoning the Koppenbergcross on 1st November and will miss the opening World Cup round of the season this weekend."
By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) Photo via TNT Sports
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UCI is already approving production 32″ frames, apparently


"Stoll bikes gets out of the gates early with production carbon fiber frame."
By Terry McKall (cyclingmagazine.ca)
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Forget Unbound - Gravel Burn is the toughest off-road stage race in the world and this is why it needs to be on your bucket list


"Mercurial weather. Unforgiving terrain. Sensational scenery. Gravel riding like nothing else. This is Africa, this is Gravel Burn."
By Aaron Borrill (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Gravel Burn)
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Factor Ostro VAM review: WorldTour handling with world-class refinement, good manners and loads of options


"WorldTour bikes don’t always come in as refined a package, but in the Ostro Vam, Factor is delivering both performance and that special something that makes a bike usable in the real world."
By Andy Carr (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future)
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'It was a mining exercise on the internet, and we brought it all together' - Meet the people behind ultra-cycling's dot watching


"Ever wondered who's behind the site tracking ultra riders' GPS dots?"
By Meg Elliot (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Danielle Vilaplana)
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Barbara Malcotti fractures pelvis in training crash ahead of 2026 season


"Barbara Malcotti has confirmed she has fractured her pelvis in two places after a training crash, bringing her winter preparation to an abrupt stop and ruling her out of the opening part of the 2026 campaign."
By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) Photo via Human Powered Health Cycling
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Carradice Safari Barley 9L Saddlebag


"Fantastic piece of kit that is durable, weatherproof and built to deliver on long distance rides."
by Matt Swaine (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc)
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Column Two
November 22, 2025
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Tadej Pogačar gives retirement update as he targets later 2026 season start


"The Slovenian says Remco Evenepoel’s potential leap at Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe ‘scares him."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Tadej Pogacar/Instagram
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‘Don’t underestimate him’ - The story behind Mathieu van der Poel and Freddy Ovett's training partnership


"Mathieu van der Poel's social media cameraman and training partner has an impressive sporting pedigree of his own, with Olympic genes and eSports success to his name."
By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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What explains the decline in sales of Canyon?


"Bad times for Canyon, which has recently announced its numbers for the third quarter of 2026, revealing a 7% drop in sales compared to the previous year."
By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) Image: Dario Belingheri/Getty Images
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'I’m the cycling equivalent of the reserve goalkeeper for Plymouth Argyle' - How Dr Hutch explains why he's never ridden the Tour


"The Tour de France is still the only race that counts for ‘them,’ says Dr Hutch."
By Michael Hutchinson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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French World Tour rider left unconscious and with several broken bones after being hit by a car


"The list of injuries from riders getting hit by drivers on the road continues to extend and is leaving a dent in the peloton."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo via Reddit
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Cycling TV and streaming guide: How to watch the Cyclocross World Cup


"All the information on broadcasters and schedules for the week's racing."
By Patrick Fletcher (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Get set for the cyclocross season: This early Black Friday VPN deal will let you watch all the races from anywhere this season


"You can get up to 74% off NordVPN, allowing you to watch your streaming services wherever you are in the world."
By Paul Brett (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Gina Ball, Spectra Racing)
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The 30 Most Bike-Friendly Cities in the World, the 2025 Copenhagenize Index Arrives


"Over the past decade, cities around the globe have embraced cycling like never before. Streets once dominated by cars are now alive with two-wheeled commuters, cargo bikes delivering goods, and families riding to school."
Written by: Ron Johnson (momentummag.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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2025 State Carbon All-Road V2: Affordable & Evolved Off-Road Performance


"State Bicycle Co. is back in the carbon gravel game with new offerings for the 2025 drop bar season, pushing the boundaries of adventure cycling."
By JOM (gravelcyclist.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Sneak Peek: Check Out What’s New From Thule For Spring 2026


"Last week, I had the privilege of attending the Thule Experience. This multi-day event involved a tour of the brand’s design and innovation center, factory, and test facility in Hillerstorp, Sweden."
By Jeremy Benson (bikerumor.com) (photo/Jeremy Benson)
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A very Canadian gift guide for mountain bikers part 1: Made in Canada


"The best locally machined bling to upgrade your bike."
By Terry McKall (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found)
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Column Three
November 22, 2025
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Tour de France Femmes 2026 route - Stage-by-stage guide


"From the Grand Départ in Lausanne, Switzerland to the final showdown in Nice, France, here is everything you need to know about the full route and all 9 stages of the 2026 Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift."
(domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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Luxury on the line: Why Pogacar and Van der Poel wear €300K watches in the heat of the battle


"Why would anyone wear a luxury watch through the mud and chaos of a race like Paris Roubaix?"
By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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Only 1 rider has raced for UAE Team Emirates XRG in it's whole existence


"UAE Team Emirates XRG, as it is known today, was created in 2017 out of the former Lampre Merida team."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Does Remco Evenepoel choose the Giro d'Italia or not?


"Bruyneel and Martin on Olympic Champion's ideal path."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Photo: Dario Belingheri/Getty Images via velo.outside.com)
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Marianne Vos yet to confirm any cyclocross plans for the 2025-26 winter


"Marianne Vos supporters will need to wait a little longer before seeing the Dutch icon back in the mud. The 38-year-old from Visma Lease a Bike has traditionally dipped into cyclocross each winter."
By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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TotalEnergies deny Bernaudeau exit reports, confirm team manager will stay beyond 2025


"TotalEnergies have denied reports that team manager Jean-René Bernaudeau will leave his position at the end of 2025, issuing a statement contradicting several French media outlets."
By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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"Why can't one device do it all?" - Kickstarter bike computer has built-in electric pump, front light and week-long battery life (apparently)


"From an intriguing crowdfunder to "the world's best bike bag", via new bikes, components and more - it's a bumper edition of our weekly tech round-up."
By Dan Alexander (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc)
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These are the lightest 50 mm profile aero wheels in the world


"The doubts about choosing new wheels, whether to go for an aerodynamic model or a climbing one, are over."
By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) Photo via eBikeCult.it
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We've always known it makes us happy, but when did we start talking about cycling and mental health?


"From that post-ride glow to riding through and out of very difficult times, cycling is now part of the mental health conversation."
By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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Thousands of cyclists gear up for el Tour de Tucson's return


"el Tour de Tucson returns, bringing thousands of cyclists to the city for its 42nd year. Cyclists are gathering at the Tucson Convention Center to pick up their credentials and prepare for the big race."
Charlie Goldberg (kvoa.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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‘I’m psyched’ - Anchorage cycling shop getting stolen bicycles back 7 years after theft


"Speedway Cycles lost multiple bikes in a ‘calculated’ burglary in 2018."
By Josiah Pike (alaskasnewssource.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Surly Skid Loader reviewed: A rugged cargo eBike built for more than city streets


"Surly's tough, adaptable eBike gets some subtle yet welcome updates, but who exactly is the Skid Loader for?"
By Anne-Marije Rook (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Anne-Marije Rook)
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