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December 15, 2025 Blogs,
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Brunner and Gunsalus win Elite Titles on Final Day of the 2025 USA Cycling Cyclocross National Championships "The 2025 USA Cycling Cyclocross National Championships concluded on Sunday with the final junior and masters races in the morning, with the marquee elite events in the afternoon. Temperatures dropped overnight into the single digits and froze the ground." (usacycling.org) (Credits not Found) Variety is the spice of life as Tadej Pogačar's individuality shines through "The door remains open for a possible tilt at the Vuelta, as the Classics and Tour take center stage." By Daniel Benson (dnlbenson.substack.com) Photo courtesy of SWpix So what would a Lidl Trek move mean for Derek Gee? "Lidl Trek’s expanding roster of contenders is forcing hard decisions - and could reshape the team’s Grand Tour hierarchy faster than expected." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo Israel Premier Tech Pro Log: Pogačar’s 2026 schedule, Gee-West to Lidl Trek, new WorldTour jerseys and Van der Poel’s CX return "Tadej Pogačar will target Paris Roubaix and a fifth Tour de France title with the support of Mexican teammate Isaac del Toro, while João Almeida is set free from domestique duties." By Ewan Wilson (cyclist.co.uk) (Image credit: Ulysse Daessle via cyclingnews.com) Pogacar’s mechanic lifts lid on Strade Bianche crash - 'No room for panic' "Boštjan Kavčnik is one of the key figures behind Tadej Pogačar’s success, but his work is most visible when things go wrong." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) Photo: Harry Talbot 'We believe there’s still plenty to unlock with Sam' - Ineos Grenadiers sign Australian sprinter Sam Welsford "The 29-year-old will boost the team's presence in the bunch finishes." By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Great Britain dominates with 11 victories at key end-of-year track cycling event in Switzerland "Squad takes home 18 medals from the Tissot Track Cycling Challenge." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) 2026 Women’s WorldTour transfers by team: What the transfers going into the new WWT license cycle tell us "The 2025 season did not reshape the Women’s WorldTour through dominance or collapse, but through pressure. Pressure on budgets, pressure on development pipelines, and pressure on teams to justify depth in an increasingly professionalized peloton." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) Photo : @ceratizit_wnt via cyclismactu.net The World Tour teams unveil their kits for 2026 "Unlike a few years ago, teams no longer wait until the first day of the new year to unveil their new colors." Photo via @mjosecatala/X Castelli DO.DI.CI. Jacket "Beautifully made, great-fitting cool-weather option but the lack of any water resistance that limits its versatility." by neal hunt (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc) Raleigh One review "The Raleigh One is the latest offering in this increasingly long line of singlespeed designs and I’ll say right off the bat that I loved my time with it and rate it highly against the singlespeed competition." by Richard Peace (cyclingelectric.com) Photo: Raleigh I'm constantly asked by friends and family for bike related gift ideas - Here are my top 9 recommendations for bike loving kids gifts "People always ask me what they should buy their cycling and bike loving kids for Christmas, so whether you're organized or last minute, this is my definitive list. They're all fun, practical, and easy to grab before the big day arrives!" By Matt Ischt-Barnard (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Column
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Motivation and Monuments: Why Pogacar’s 2026 schedule is built to keep him hungry "Tadej Pogacar's dominance was the story of the season and there is no sign of that changing in 2026." By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Today's
Trending Articles
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Danish pro questions anti-doping safeguards after Lazkano suspension "Former Movistar teammate Mathias Norsgaard says Oier Lazkano case raises troubling questions about how abnormalities went unnoticed for years." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Chapeau! American Todd Narrol has ridden his bike every day for 10 years "There are dedicated cyclists, and then there is Todd Narrol of Columbia, Missouri USA." Author: John Woodson (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found) “An absolute sense of loss” - Winning bike stolen from world champion duathlete "The duathlete described the break-in as “invasive”, saying it left her feeling unsafe in her own home and disrupted her preparation for the World Championships." By Megan Huws (road.cc) (credit: DUATHLON WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS) Brompton reports lowest annual sales since 2021 as CEO warns government not to “stifle” growth "The folding bike maker sold fewer bikes over the past year, but higher-priced models and a growing subscription service helped drive a 2,735% rise in pre-tax profit." By Megan Huws (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc) Cyclists cheer after witnessing 'justice' served to car parked in their lane: 'I've literally never seen this happen' "In a Reddit post, a rider filmed a car being hooked up to a tow truck while it was parked directly in the bike lane, prompting immediate celebration from cyclists who know how dangerous this scenario can be." By Samantha Hindman (yahoo.com) 3T completely renews its range of made-in-Italy eBikes "As part of the ongoing development of its in-house production project at the Presezzo facility in the province of Bergamo, 3T has updated its range of eBikes." By Simon Cox (bikebiz.com) (Image Credit not Found) Endura MT500 Helmet with MIPS Review "Whether you’re cruising the trails or mountain biking, Endura's MT500 helmet meets all the criteria for safety, style, and comfort." By Sheri Rosenbaum (roadbikerider.com) (Image Credit not Found) Apidura Updates Ultralight Packable Backpack & Musette For Overflow Bikepacking Storage "From their debut more than five years ago, I’ve loved Apidura’s Packable series of ultralight, mostly waterproof bags that pack down to such a tiny form factor that I always carry one on any adventure." By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) Last minute Christmas gifts for cyclists - Very last minute ideas + lots more for the cyclist in your life "You've left it late, but it's still not too late… here are some top cycling gift ideas, plus all you need to know about final online purchasing and delivery dates." By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc) The Best Last-Minute Gifts for Cyclists That'll Ship in Time "Plus, some of our favorites are on sale." By Matt Crisara (bicycling.com) (Image Credit not Found) Column
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December
15, 2025
Mattias Skjelmose ends speculation about his future with long-term Lidl Trek contract extension "There were doubts around whether Mattias Skjelmose would remain at Lidl Trek beyond 2026 with his contract set to expire, and the fact that just last week he had announced that no extension had been signed." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Evenepoel wants to 'be the best sportsman Belgium has ever known' as he plans fewer time trials in 2026 "Remco Evenepoel has been named Belgium’s Sportsman of the Year for a fifth time, a milestone that caps a season he describes as a mix of setbacks and momentum." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) French ‘cross megatalent still without a contract for 2026 "Amandine Fouquenet keeps impressing on the UCI CX World Cup circuit, securing her second consecutive podium in Namur - but her team future remains uncertain." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit UCI Cyclocross @UCI_CX/X) Mathieu van der Poel's cyclocross return smashes record attendance in Namur "The seven-time World Champion's first cyclocross race of the 2025/2026 season in Namur on Sunday saw a record-breaking attendance, illustrating the increased public interest at the season heads towards the Christmas block of racing." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Day after tough comeback in Namen, Mathieu van der Poel is already showing his skills again "The Dutchman may be struggling with heavy legs after the tricky cross in the French-speaking part of Belgium, but was already shaking the arm and leg muscles on the golf course Monday." By Hendrik Boermans (idlprocycling.com) Image: Social Media A rear light designed to reduce close passes, an electric mini pump from Truflo + more cool stuff from Rapha, Ortlieb and Pragmasis "A close-pass rear light, electric pump, rain jacket, wall anchor and two-in-one backpack feature in our latest round-up of products in for review." By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc) Bianchi recalls Impulso RC Bikes due to handlebar defect "Quality inspection revealed a potential safety issue that could cause handlebars to break during use." by Megan Huws (road.cc) Impulso RC (credit: Bianchi) 'For safety reasons, do not use' – 6,500 bikes recalled due to failing forks "Eight people injured as crash hazard issued." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Q36.5 Winter Rain Gloves Review: Impressive waterproofing for knitted gloves "Multi-layer construction is impressive in wet weather." By Andy Turner (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future - Andy Turner) Best carbohydrate drinks 2025 "Who needs solids?" By Paul Norman (cyclist.co.uk) Photo via linkedin.com Here are the best last-minute stocking stuffers and gear for bike lovers "If I enjoy anything almost as much as riding electric bikes, it’s trying out new gear while I’m out on the road." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Column
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December 14, 2025
UCI World Cup Namur: Mathieu Van der Poel claims victory on his return to cyclocross in close battle with Thibau Nys "World champion wins in Namur for a sixth time after final lap crash for runner-up Nys." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) UCI World Cup Namur: Lucinda Brand dominates from start to finish as Puck Pieterse fourth on cyclocross return "Second place for World Cup leader Aniek van Alphen with Amandine Fouquenet in third." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Puck Pieterse returns to ‘cross racing at Namur World Cup "Lucinda Brand keeps bossing season with tenth win." By Rob Sturney (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Coote and Kellerman Earn Under-23 USA National Titles "Racing continued Saturday at Centennial Park for the penultimate day of the 2025 USA Cycling Cyclocross National Championships p/b The Meteor, featuring Masters Women 30-54, Junior Women 17-18, and the Men and Women Under-23 events. Riders faced a chilly start to the morning with temperatures increasing for the afternoon races." (usacycling.org) (Credits not Found) 2025 Namur World Cup podium raises Amandine Fouquenet's value but 2026 season future continues to be uncertain "At 24, Fouquenet finds herself in an uncertain position after the collapse of Arkéa B&B Hotels Women, which failed to secure a new sponsor for the coming season." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Van der Poel ‘slows’ the cyclocross build to go further this winter "The world champion is taking a more measured approach to cyclocross, believing patience now will unlock progress later." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Credits not Found) "Take it easy" - del Grosso tempers expectations ahead of season-opening cross in Namur "Tibor del Grosso has stepped into the World Tour this year with Alpecin Deceuninck, and he has immediately proved his quality." By Félix Serna (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Imago Ribble Ultra-Grit Apex XPLR AXS "Stiff and efficient gravel racer, but lacking the ride quality and rider interaction of some rivals." By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc) 'I still clearly remember him lying on the ground, gasping for breath' - Pogacar is often very lucky, but not always "Of course, it is not just luck that explains why the rider suffers so little bad fortune." By Martijn Polder (idlprocycling.com) (Image: Screenshot) In
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“The OG of longtail eCargo bikes” - Check out the Tern GSD "With Tern’s electric cargo bikes racking up over a million miles delivering around New York City, here’s why the brand’s GSD - the OG longtail - remains the benchmark if you're thinking about ditching a car." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc) 2025 UCI Cyclocross World Cup Namur, Belgium Live Streams "The 2025 UCI Cyclocross World Cup Namur, Belgium is being held Sunday, December 14. Elite
Women at 13:40 CET, 7:40am ET
Elite Men at 15:10 CET, 9:00am ET
The
races will be shown on FloBikes starting at about 4:40am
Pacific."
(cyclingfans.com)
(Photo via cyclocross24.com)
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US Cyclocross Nationals: Eric Brunner goes solo to secure third elite men's title "In a battle between collegiate racers, Ivan Sippy takes second and Brody McDonald third in final race of event." (my.raceresult.com) (Image credit: Snowy Mountain Photography via cyclingnews.com) US Cyclocross Nationals: Pan American cyclocross champion Lizzy Gunsalus holds off Katherine Sarkisov to win elite women's title "U23 Sarkisov sisters chose to race elites as Alyssa Sarkisov takes third." (my.raceresult.com) (Image credit: Snowy Mountain Photography via cyclingnews.com) US Cyclocross Nationals: Ethan Brown races to solo win, secures men’s junior 17–18 "Matthew Crabbe takes silver as Noah Scholnick fades to third place." (my.raceresult.com) (Image credit: Snowy Mountain Photography via cyclingnews.com) “I can only blame myself” - Thibau Nys misses golden chance to beat Van der Poel in Namur "Thibau Nys did not dress it up after the World Cup in Namur. He believed the chance to beat Mathieu van der Poel was there, and he believed he let it go." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) ‘Rusty’ Van der Poel after Namur win: 'I was making a bit too many mistakes' "It was not flawless, with a mid-race crash and a few moments of rust, but the result was as we are used to: Van der Poel on top." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: VRT via cyclinguptodate.com) Van der Poel’s return fuels ticket surge at Namur World Cup "Organizers expect the cyclocross classic to top 10,000 spectators for the first time." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) That time Aerts almost toppled Van der Poel at Namur "A frozen, rain-soaked World Cup duel that still haunts Toon Aerts." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Belgian Waffle Rides Partners With Distance To Empty to Grow Women’s Gravel Racing "A New Era of Access, Empowerment, and Visibility for Women in Gravel Cycling, Led by Pro Athlete and Advocate Starla Teddergreen." (socalcycling.com) (Credits not Found) Cyclists complain that Abu Dhabi is favoring Tadej Pogacar by building an artificial mountain "Abu Dhabi is building an artificial mountain for the UCI World Championship of 2028, and cyclists complain about favoritism to Pogacar." By Javier Escribano (gamereactor.eu) Photo Zuykov Photography / Shutterstock Cycling Without Age reduces social isolation and improves physical, mental health for older adults "Program also open to those with limited mobility." By Steve Gravelle (thegazette.com) (Steve Gravelle/for The Gazette) 2:30
pm Eastern. - Junior Men (11:30am Pacific)
3:25
pm
Eastern. - Elite Women (12:25am
Pacific)
4:30
pm. Eastern
- Elite Men (1:30am Pacific)
The races will be shown on FloBikes starting at about 1140am Pacific" (flobkes.com) (Image Credit not
Found)
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December
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Videos,
Vlogs
Brennan stunned by Van der Poel explosion on first Roubaix - 'Biggest wattbomb ever' "The Briton was thrown into the chaos of the "Hell of the North" in his debut WorldTour season and left with one image burned into his memory: the moment Mathieu van der Poel detonated the race." By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Where does Picnic PostNL go without Oscar Onley? "Oscar Onley is almost certainly leaving Team Picnic PostNL for Ineos Grenadiers, and with him goes something the Dutch outfit cannot replace by next spring: a reason to believe." by Bram Wulteputte (domestiquecycling.com) Photo: Harry Talbot Derek Gee to Lidl Trek a virtual done deal - Canadian rider in Spain and World Tour return looks certain "Gee is most likely heading to Lidl Trek, with both Daniel Benson and Ciro Scognamiglio reporting on his arrival to the American team's hotel this Saturday." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Lazkano suspension leaves ex-teammate questioning the system: 'What do we even have it for then?' "The suspension of Oier Lazkano has sent ripples through the peloton, not least among those who know him best." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Unibet Rose Rockets confirm rider contract termination following provisional UCI suspension "In September, Carboni was provisionally suspended by the UCI after the governing body had detected abnormalities in his biological passport" By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) "Winning doesn’t mean the same anymore": American veteran steps away from elite competition at 38 "At 38, Peter Stetina is retiring from elite competitive cycling, closing a chapter that began when he was just 16 years old. " (Image credit: Unroad UNLTD with Dan Hughes, Rob Wessels, Kris Hull via cyclingnews.com) Gear Break: 2025 Gift Guide #3 – Pas Normal Mechanism L/S Jersey, Wahoo Trackr, Factor ONE, Lezyne Gift Guide "Gift Guide #3 is here…and again we are bringing you more options to stuff your stockings." By Andy Rohrer (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) "When you have neurological problems, you never know if you will fully recover" - Cofidis rider back on the bike after suffering a stroke in September "Cofidis rider Ludovic Robeet has spoken publicly about his recovery after suffering a stroke in September." By Félix Serna (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) “Mattias Skjelmose can seem a bit tense” "Speaking on Eurosport, Brian Holm argued that the arrival of Ayuso could ease pressure on Skjelmose, who will line up at the Tour as a key support rider rather than the team’s outright leader." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) Lumos’s lightweight helmet "The new Lumos Ultra Aero GT cycling helmet is a lighter weight alternative to Lumos's typical illuminated helmets that optimizes aerodynamics and weight." (thesweetcyclists.com) (Credits not Found) Pas Normal Studios Autumn/Winter’25 T.K.O. Collection Reviewed "Their TKO collection for autumn and winter, along with a Mid long sleeve base layer and Logo transition gloves." By Alastair Hamilton (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Column
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December 13, 2025
US Cyclocross Nationals: Makena Kellerman holds off Kaya Musgrave to win U23 women’s title "Pan-American U23 women's champion Mia Aseltine is third in Fayetteville, Arkansas." (my.raceresult.com) (Image credit: Snowy Mountain Photography via cyclingnews.com) US Cyclocross Nationals: Dominant Henry Coote solos to second consecutive U23 men’s title "Jack Spranger takes second and Ryan Drummond third in Fayetteville." (my.raceresult.com) (Image credit: Snowy Mountain Photography via cyclingnews.com) US Cyclocross Nationals: Kira Mullins powers away on final lap to win women junior 17-18 title "Tessa Beebe takes second place, and Ada Watson is third in Fayetteville, Arkansas ." (my.raceresult.com) (Image credit: Snowy Mountain Photography via cyclingnews.com) Exact Cross Kortrijk: Niels Vandeputte beats Cameron Mason with final lap surge to win the Leiecross "Belgian take second victory of the season in a close race as Ryan Kamp finishes in third." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Exact Cross Kortrijk: European champion Inge van der Heijden dominates to claim third victory of the season "Teammate Marlon Norbert Riberolle in second, with Julie Brouwers third." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Van der Heijden strikes in European jersey as Vandeputte times move to perfection "Inge van der Heijden finally turned consistency into victory on Saturday afternoon in Kortrijk, claiming the Exact Cross title and securing her first win in the European champion’s jersey while Vandeputte waited out rivals before decisive late attack." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Will Mathieu van der Poel make cyclocross history this winter? "Mathieu van der Poel will stand on the start line at Namur World Cup on December 14th with history hanging over his shoulders as heavily as the mud on his tires." By Fin Major (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Derek Gee and Oscar Onley, the final pieces of the 2026 transfer puzzle "As the dust settles on much of the 2026 cycling transfer season, two riders still sit at the center of the remaining questions." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) Photo: Harry Talbot Thibau Nys set to headline Lidl Trek’s Giro d'Italia plans as Belgian makes 2026 debut "Jonathan Milan and Giulio Ciccone are also expected to line up, giving Lidl Trek a balanced Giro line-up built around stage wins, sprint success and selective GC ambition." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) 2:45
pm Eastern. - Junior Women (11:45am Pacific)
3:45
pm
Eastern. - U23 Women (12:45am
Pacific)
4:50
pm. Eastern
- U23 Men (1:50am Pacific)
The races will be shown on FloBikes starting at about 11:40am Pacific." (flobkes.com) (Image Credit not
Found)
2025 Exact Cross Cyclocross Kortrijk "Leiecross," Belgium Live Streams "The 2025 Exact Cross Cyclocross Kortrijk "Leiecross", Belgium is Saturday, December 13. Elite
Women at 13:40 CET, 7:40am ET
Elite
Men at 15:10 CET, 9:00am ET
The
races will be shown on HBO Max and FloBikes starting at
about 4:40am Pacific."
(cyclingfans.com)
(Image: cyclocross24.com)
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December
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Podcasts,
(Plus Photos, Books, Misc)
Where to watch USA Cyclocross Nationals: Channel, live stream, time, TV schedule for 2025 cycling championship "Cyclocross takes center stage to close out the year, with the nation's best riders gathered in Fayetteville, Arkansas, to race for glory across numerous age groups and divisions." By Marc Lancaster (sportingnews.com) Photo via abc7.com Today's
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Height Comparison of Top American Cyclists and Their Achievements "Professional cycling thrives on a spectrum of body types, where height and build shape an athlete’s tactical role within the peloton." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: Zac Williams/SWpix via cyclingnews.com) Mads Pedersen aims to dethrone Pogacar and Van der Poel in monument hunt - 'I believe I can beat them' "Mads Pedersen has reiterated his belief that he can be successful in his pursuit of a maiden monument victory in 2026, speaking at Lidl-Trek's media day." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) Photo: Harry Talbot Could this open-source TT rider model transform cycling aerodynamics? Plus Islabikes makes a mini comeback, 4iiii power meters now come fitted on numerous Cube bikes + more "All the best new tech we've spotted this week, including cool stuff from Cube, Islabikes, SKS, Muc-Off and more." By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc) Museeuw and Merckx worried about Pogacar: 'Same lifestyle that contributed to Sagan's decline' "Johan Museeuw and Axel Merckx have their doubts, and not on a physical level. They fear that the Slovenian’s mind may eventually struggle to keep up." By Martijn Polder (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) "If I ever win Sanremo and Roubaix... There is not much more you can do" - Tadej Pogacar puts Classics ambitions above Tour de France for 2026 "Ahead of the new season, Tadej Pogacar faced the media for a wide-ranging press conference." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo Sipa/John Pierce Owner via ledauphine.com The 2026 Grand Tours GC contenders - Who is targeting which race? "It’s December, so team presentations are in full swing and race schedules are coming thick and fast." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Gorewear Swiftride Thermo Bib Tights Women "Warm and soft for short to mid-distance rides but the loose fit and no weather protection limits all-conditions performance." By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc) João Almeida skips Pogacar Tour duty to lead at the Giro d’Italia "João Almeida will not be part of Tadej Pogacar’s guard at the Tour de France in 2026, with the Portuguese rider instead set to focus on a tilt at winning the Giro d’Italia." By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) "Every single race he starts, he has to perform": Bruyneel analyses 2026 calendars for Evenepoel and Roglic " Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe held their media day on Wednesday, announcing a lot of information about next season." By Félix Serna (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo via usatoday.com Aero Bar Hack: Make A PRO Missile Spacer Set Using the Profile Bracket Riser Kit "I’ve long been a proponent of using aero bars on touring and bikepacking bikes. Beyond the aerodynamic benefits, they take pressure off your hands and wrists and give you an alternative riding position to rotate into throughout the day." by Alee Denham (cyclingabout.com) Image: Benjamin Hoehn Column
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December
13, 2025
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Vlogs
Tadej Pogačar 'not obsessed' by Paris Roubaix and Milan San Remo, but insists 'it’s impossible to have the same amount of fun at the Tour de France' "The world champion will race a similar race calendar to 2025, and there are two races above all that he is most desperate to succeed in." By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) (Image credit: Getty Images) Reading between the lines at the Lidl Trek media day "Ayuso’s Tour de France optimism, a surprised Skjelmose targets the Ardennes, and Gee-West waits in the wings." By Daniel Benson (dnlbenson.substack.com) (Image Credit via cyclinguptodate.com Tadej Pogacar confirms Sanremo, Roubaix and Tour de France for 2026 - New races in the calendar for World Champion "Tadej Pogacar has confirmed his 2026 schedule which includes the Tour de France as the sole Grand Tour; all monuments and two races in Switzerland." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) Isaac del Toro confirms 2026 Tour de France debut alongside Pogacar "He was expected by many to return to the Giro in 2026, but João Almeida will instead lead UAE Team Emirates XRG at the corsa rosa." By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) Photo: Harry Talbot Tadej Pogačar takes to the padel court, bike-towed planes and Christmas jumpers: This week in cycling social media "It's silly season, we assume?" By Meg Elliot (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Red Bull Content Pool) Derek Gee to Lidl Trek? "Rumors suggests national champion could land with WorldTour team within days after turbulent exit from Israel Premier Tech" By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Apologies, ambitions, new arrivals: Juan Ayuso's time at Lidl Trek won’t be dull "Juan Ayuso's fractious departure from UAE Team Emirates XRG was one of the stories of the year, and its shadow still loomed over his first public appearance with Lidl Trek on Friday." By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) Photo Domestique “Being a leader is not just about winning, but about behaving like one” - The message from Juan Ayuso’s new boss at Lidl Trek "At the official presentation of the Lidl Trek team, Luca Guercilena, the team’s general manager, highlighted the role they expect Juan Ayuso to play next season." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo @juann_ayuso via X.com “The media might be overdoing it” - Aurelien Paret Peintre urges patience around Paul Seixas hype "As French cycling searches for its next defining star, few names are generating more noise than Paul Seixas." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingweekly.com) W52-FC Porto doping case reaches verdict with prison sentences handed down "Former W52-FC Porto coach Adriano Quintanilha and sports director Nuno Ribeiro have received prison sentences in the long running Portuguese doping case." By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) Image: UCI Above and beyond with the Edizione Speciale Pinarello Dogma F "Pinarello's ultra-special edition Dogma F shows just what is possible when the sky’s the limit." by Sponsored (cyclist.co.uk) (Image credit: Ineos Grenadiers via cyclingnews.com) Blackbird All Season: A Tire For All Seasons? "By combining a bi-compound tread for efficiency and grip, a thicker tread for longevity and lightweight sidewall protection, they’re offering a tire that can handle cold, wet winter roads and still deliver speed and comfort on rough summer terrain." By Paul Horta-Hopkins (cycletechreview.com) (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! The DougReport does not have advertisements, your donations are the only source of funding!
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