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الخميس، 30 أبريل 2020

Ribble continues titanium trend with new CGR Ti

The all-terrain bike is now available in the 'dream metal' for those after a bike for life

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Cycling training zones: power and heart rate zones explained

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Thresholds, recovery rides, training zones… What does it all mean? Paul Knott investigates further

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17-year-old junior rider signs five-year deal with UAE Team Emirates

Juan Ayuso in the 2019 European Championships junior time trial (Photo by Bas Czerwinski/Getty Images)
A 17-year-old junior rider has signed a rare five-year deal with UAE Team Emirates.

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Here are the new lockdown rules in France as cyclists are allowed outside again

France will ease lockdown restrictions next month (Photo by Chesnot/Getty Images)
The French government have published their new lockdown rules, as cyclists will be allowed back out onto the roads for the first time since March.

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Pro cycling business model works perfectly, according to Lotto-Soudal boss

Lotto-Soudal boss John Lelangue (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
The global coronavirus pandemic has sparked numerous debates about the future of professional cycling.

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Desperate measures for Bigla-Katusha as team launches fundraising campaign to stay afloat

Lizzy Banks at the 2020 Omloop Het Nieuwsblad (Photo by Luc Claessen/Getty Images)
Women’s squad Bigla-Katusha have had to resort to drastic measures to stay afloat, after 100 per cent of their funding was withdrawn.

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الأربعاء، 29 أبريل 2020

Vuelta a España 2020 will be shortened as organisers announce new start location

Simon Yates on stage 11 of the 2018 Vuelta a España (Sunada)
The organisers of the Vuelta a España 2020 have confirmed the race will be shortened and will now start from the Basque Country.

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Nairo Quintana says Chris Froome was 'stronger' but Team Ineos played big role in his victories

Nairo Quintana and Chris Froome at the 2018 Tour de France (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
Having left his Movistar at the end of last season, Nairo Quintana is now free to publicly reflect on his successes and failures with the Spanish WorldTour team.

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Cyclist filmed himself being shoved off bike by motorbike rider, sparking police investigation

A police investigation has been launched after a cyclist was shoved from his bike by a motorbike rider.

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Tour de France could still be held in August but with restrictions in place, says French sports ministry

Tour de France winner Egan Bernal greets his fans at the 2019 edition (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
The Tour de France could still go ahead as planned in August, according to the French sports ministry, but restrictions would need to be put in place.

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Vuelta a España 2020 organiser forced to cancel stages in the Netherlands as race officially postponed

Podium at the Vuelta a España 2019 (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)
The organisers of the 2020 Vuelta a España have confirmed that Netherlands stages of the race have been cancelled.

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الثلاثاء، 28 أبريل 2020

CW5000 members show us their bikes

CW5000 members show us their bikes

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More doubt over Tour de France 2020 as French government extends sports ban

Tour de France 2019 Grand Départ in Brussels, Belgium (Photo by Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
The doubts over the 2020 Tour de France continue as the French government has announced it is extending the ban on sporting events.

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‘It’s a different sport’: Some pros aren’t convinced by virtual racing

Tom Dumoulin racing the time trial in Tirreno-Adriatico 2019 (Photo by Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
For many cycling fans virtual racing has been a welcome spectacle, allowing us to watch our favourite riders race on pure watts from the comfort of the living rooms, garages and gardens.

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Belgian pros forced to cancel ‘inappropriate’ time trial

Victor Campenaerts (Photo by Luc Claessen/Getty Images)
Plans for an unofficial “corona-proof” Strava time trial have been abandoned after proving controversial with the Belgian cycling authorities.

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Arrest made after death of 15-year-old cyclist in hit and run

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A 32-year-old man has been arrested after a teenage cyclist was killed in a hit and run last weekend.

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'How do cyclists get big legs?' - you asked Google and we’ve got the answer

Photo : Yuzuru SUNADA
Looking to build some muscle through cycling? You may need to hit the gym, too

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Chris Froome says a fifth Tour de France title would be ‘one of the biggest comeback stories in sport’

Chris Froome at the 2020 UAE Tour (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)
Chris Froome has said returning from his horrific injury to win a fifth Tour de France would be “one of the biggest comeback stories in sport.”

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الاثنين، 27 أبريل 2020

Track world champion Filippo Ganna eager to take on Hour Record set by Victor Campenaerts

Filippo Ganna has his eye on the World Hour Record (Photo by Foto Olimpik/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
Filippo Ganna has already taken cycling by storm in the last 12 months, taking the Italian national championships, taking a track world title, and finishing on the podium of the World Championship time trial in Yorkshire, all by the age of 23.

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‘People may be put off altogether’: Confusion over Welsh government’s new rules on cycling during coronavirus lockdown

The Welsh government released new rules on cycling (Photo by Matthew Horwood/Getty Images)
Strict guidelines from the Welsh government on cycling have been met with concern from both Welsh Cycling and Cycling UK.

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How long can I cycle for during the UK's Covid-19 lockdown?

Is there a one-hour limit for excercise, and what rules and regulations are currently in place?

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Restrictions on cycling set to be lifted in France, Italy and Spain

France is expected to ease coronavirus restrictions next month (Photo by THOMAS COEX/AFP via Getty Images)
Welcome news for both pros and amateurs is news emerging from Spain, Italy and France, as the three nations are expected to ease their cycling bans next month.

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Teenage cyclist killed in hit and run as police search for ‘vital evidence’

Adam Barry, 15, died after being hit by a car (Picture: Derbyshire Police)
A teenage cyclist has been killed in a hit and run, sparking a police search for “vital evidence” to find the driver.

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الأحد، 26 أبريل 2020

10 best bike saddles: a buyer’s guide

A comfy saddle can make the difference between a dream ride and a nightmare; here we run through what to look for to find the best bike saddle for you

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Rohan Dennis dominates as he seals second victory in fifth Digital Swiss Five race

Rohan Dennis (Photo by Daniel Kalisz/Getty Images)
The Australian led for the majority of the final day of the virtual race

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Sunday trading: Big discounts on Giro shoes, Oakley glasses and Castelli kit

We've scoured the online retailers to find the best deals and discounts on top end kit

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Best kids’ bikes: tips for choosing a children's bike

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Our tips on what to look for when buying a kids' bike and some suggested boys and girls bikes

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'It is in hardship we see what we are truly made of': Bigla's riders ask sponsors to honour commitments

Bigla in 2019 (Photo by Luc Claessen/Getty Images)
The Danish squad wrote an open letter after the team's future was put in jeopardy

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Long read: The story of 'Madame Gray', who transformed women's cycling

Powerful politician: Gray at the 1958 UCI Congress (Getty)
In celebration of the 
centenary of her birth, Giles Belbin looks back on the career of the gifted administrator whose drive and tenacity enabled her to shape the sport into what it is today and 
become the godmother of women’s cycling

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Best cycling apps: iPhone and Android tools for cyclists

Strava has released a new update
We round up the most useful mobile apps for cyclists: if you use an app not listed here, tell us about it

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Remco Evenepoel on life before cycling: 'Football broke me a bit mentally'

Remco Evenepoel (Getty)
The Belgian played football at a high level up until the age of 17 when he switched to cycling

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'I want to ride in the WorldTour': How British Cycling are using Zwift to help identify young talent

At just 15 years old, Ben Flatau is aiming for the highest level (Daniel Gould)
Online training platforms are fast becoming fertile ground for cycling’s talent-spotters. What would it take to make the grade and get noticed on Zwift or Strava? Steve Shrubsall investigates

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السبت، 25 أبريل 2020

Stefan Küng catches Michael Matthews at the last to claim victory in fourth Digital Swiss Five race

Stefan Küng (Photo by Luc Claessen/Getty Images)
The Swiss rider takes his second victory in the eRacing series

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Kingston Wheelers climb 200,000 metres to raise £13,000 for NHS hospital

Kingston Wheelers
61 members took to their turbos as a number of riders completed Everesting rides

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Tweets of the week: Chris Hoy, Greg Van Avermaet, Chris Froome and more

We are absolutely not suggesting that injecting these tweets could be a cure for coronavirus

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'Not easy and not cheap': Fernando Alonso reveals reasons for cycling team failure

Fernando Alonso (Franck Fife/AFP via Getty Images)
The former Formula One driver's plans to enter the sport in 2015 failed to materialise

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الجمعة، 24 أبريل 2020

The truth about veganism and cycling

In the opening sequence of The Game Changers documentary, presenter James Wilks – a former mixed martial arts champion – explains that his interest in veganism started when he got injured and began genning up 
on recovery. He claims to have spent 1,000 hours researching recovery-boosting nutrition. One thousand hours? Assuming he studied 9am to […]

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Nicolas Roche takes summit victory in third Digital Swiss Five virtual race

Nicolas Roche (Photo by Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
The Irishman took a solo win after Pierre Latour lost the lead due to a home trainer calibration problem

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Bigla-Katusha uncertain of future after 100 per cent of funding withdrawn

Bigla-Katusha (Photo by Luc Claessen/Getty Images)
The Danish squad includes British riders Lizzy Banks and Sophie Wright

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Richard Carapaz denies disloyalty accusations levelled in Movistar Netflix doc

Richard Carapaz (Juan Barreto/AFP via Getty Images)
The Ecuadorian says he gave 'everything they asked for' to his former team

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Matt Barbet's Home Roads podcast returns, featuring Tom Pidcock, Rohan Dennis and Lachlan Morton

Tom Pidcock, after taking bronze in the under-23 World Championship road race (Photo by Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
No doubt Cycling Weekly readers are missing their usual dose of professional bike racing – I know I am.

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'Come and test me': Victor Campenaerts asks for lockdown doping test as cheating fears rise

Victor Campenaerts (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)
The Belgian rider asked for authorities to test him so he could be vocal about the fact checks are still going on in order to dissuade cheats

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Here's how to stop indoor training leading to unhealthy bones

Cyclists are prone to weak bones. Laura Tilt explains how to keep yours strong and resilient

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How best to celebrate the third anniversary of your double lung transplant? A 100km indoor ride of course

Pippa Erskine
Pippa Erskine's 'Lungaversary' ride has so far raised £5,000 for the hospitals that treated her

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الخميس، 23 أبريل 2020

Stefan Küng goes solo to deny Classics stars in second Digital Swiss Five virtual race

Stefan Küng at the 2019 World Championships in Yorkshire (Photo by Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
Time trial star Stefan Küng was utterly dominant in the second race of the Digital Swiss Five virtual series, winning ahead of Team Ineos rider Filippo Ganna.

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Tips for effective rest and recovery after cycling

One man, ginger man sleeping tight, getting up early soon.
Everybody’s heard it said that recovery is as important as training — Peter Stuart looks at what you could be doing to optimise the adaptation process while you’re off the bike

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The best electric bikes reviewed: all you need to know about e-bikes

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Electric bikes are great for people who want to get from A to B without hassle, or who want to enjoy cycling without having to worry about their fitness levels.

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Sport and Tour de France not a priority, says French minister as UCI plans for cancelled men’s races revealed

Julian Alaphilippe during the 2019 Tour de France (Photo by Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
The Tour de France is not a priority for the government, according to the French sports minister.

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Battaglin is offering Italian Dream Bike book for free

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Want a fix of the very best of Battaglin's custom builds without leaving the house?

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‘Time trial training was key to winning the event’: Rohan Dennis shares his top tips for indoor riding and racing

Rohan Dennis shares his indoor racing and training tips (Picture: Wahoo)
The lack of racing on the cycling calendar has resulted in riders and teams looking elsewhere for to get their competitive fix.

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Cyclist and triathlete, 80, killed after being hit by car while riding on dual carriageway

Freddie Oborne died after being hit by a car (Picture: Hertfordshire Police)
A cyclist and triathlete aged 80 has died after being hit by a car while riding on a dual carriageway.

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الأربعاء، 22 أبريل 2020

Rohan Dennis storms to win in opening race of the Digital Swiss Five virtual series

Rohan Dennis at the 2019 World Championships in Yorkshire(Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)
Rohan Dennis claimed a second consecutive virtual race victory, as he won the opening event of the Digital Swiss Five series.

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WHO says cycling is encouraged for both travel and exercise

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The World Health Organisation has recommended cycling to stay active during the coronavirus crisis.

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Polar's new GRIT X tells you how hard you hit the climb

Polar's new wearable sports device also has Komoot integration for navigation

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Evans Cycles opens nine more stores during coronavirus lockdown

The Evans Cycles store at Leeds station
Evans Cycles has announced it will open nine more stores during the coronavirus lockdown.

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Sir Dave Brailsford says cycling needs a better business model after coronavirus crisis

Team Ineos principal, Sir Dave Brailsford (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)
Sir Dave Brailsford has said cycling needs a better business model, as the coronavirus crisis continues to cause upheaval and uncertainty in the sport.

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Here’s all the turbo trainers in stock in the UK right now

All the best turbo trainers available on the market in the UK right now

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How to watch the Digital Swiss Five virtual races and full start list, featuring Remco Evenepoel and Rohan Dennis

GC group on stage nine of the Tour de Suisse 2019 (Photo by Tim de Waele/Getty Images)
The coronavirus crisis has forced the cycling world to adapt and overcome over the last few months, which has resulted in some unexpected events.

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