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Traditionalists complain that radios and power meters ruin racing action, but the mid-race reality is not so straightforward.

Emerging talents supplementing current triple-header of leaders and favorable Tour route provide Movistar boss confidence for 2019

Words and images by James Startt

Tour organizers hope to tame team Sky with a course designed to produce, oh happy day, the first French winner since 1985.

The Continental feeder team for Mitchelton-Scott develops young Chinese talent and cultivates sponsorship opportunities for the future.

World champion Valverde says a power meter ban might not change classics, but it could impact the Tour de France.

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Here’s the Week in Tech — all the gear news, tips, and announcements you need and none of the marketing gibberish you don’t.

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The 2019 Tour route will be a climbers' delight — but does that mean it will be fun for the fans to watch?

With a stable platform, good looks, and nearly best-in-class performance metrics, the CycleOps H2 comes close to dethroning Wahoo's Kickr.

Drapac steps down from role as co-sponsor of Slipstream team to focus on development program that will work closely with EF.

Although fans and riders have often asked for a women's stage race, Tour de France organizers stick with one-day format for La Course.

Although he won't confirm his role as sole leader, Froome says another yellow jersey would be an ideal 10th-anniversary gift for Team Sky.

"It is impossible to win this Tour unless you are a great climber," Tour de France director Prudhomme says at the route unveiling.

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Alloy stems get integrated Garmin mount and new seatposts ease adjustment considerably.

Words/images: Paolo Ciaberta

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This jersey has a few drawbacks, but overall it's a well-made, high-end piece of kit.

Michael Aisner, the man behind the Coors Classic, details six ways that pro cycling can build mainstream fan interest.

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Wahoo's Kickr Core is likely the best smart trainer on the market for the price. It's stable, quiet, and easy to set up on Zwift.

Words by Jered Gruber, Images by Gruber Images

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With his UnitedHealthcare team's future in doubt, Mannion rallies to win Colorado classic, poising himself for a step up in 2019.

Lennard Zinn addresses a question related to customizing a drivetrain and handlebars for use on a recumbent bike.

As Jamie Smith writes, marketing within the sport of cycling is complicated.

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After two years with the American EF Education First-Drapac team and a career-best eighth at Roubaix, Phinney renews contract.

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Despite the arrival of new sponsor Deceuninck, Patrick Lefevere faces a challenge of keeping talented riders on his powerhouse Belgian team.

Racing wraps up in the nation's capital with Sunny Gilbert and Kerry Werner each riding to solo victories.

Here are a few last-minute requests before the route of the 2019 Tour de France is announced this week.

Martin, 33, owns four world TT titles, four Tour de France stage wins, and several more victories.

Words and Images by William Tracy

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Van der Poel rode a faultless race whilst second-place Van Aert blames a dropped chain

Worst fought back to catch Vos but couldn't match World Cup leader's final attack

Moscon finishes in the bunch to seal the final race of the season

Werner extends his lead in the Parkway CX Trophy series, whilst it's left wide open for the women with one race remaining

Elite's Drivo II smart trainer offers accurate power measurement and stout construction for workouts and virtual trainer sessions.

Trentin takes first win in Mitchelton-Scott jersey, Moscon holds on to race lead

Riders increasingly seeking release from season's pressure of "too much Strava records, too much training, and too much focus on racing"

Following a year of accelerated development, including a win at the Baby Giro, Bennett moves up to the WorldTour with American team.

USA Cycling is on the hunt for a new leader.

Team Sky continues to bolster roster with young talents, deepening its Italian ties with the signing of Filippo Ganna.

Here’s the Week in Tech — all the gear news, tips, and announcements you need and none of the marketing gibberish you don’t.

The Italian now leads the overall standings with two days remaining in the WorldTour finale.

Reckless fans, disappointing TV ratings, and controversy marred the 2018 Tour. We go inside the challenges facing cycling's biggest race.

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After finishing second in both the Giro d'Italia and Tour de France in 2018, Dumoulin may focus solely on the yellow jersey in 2019.

A Super-Light Go-To Base For Three Seasons

The Italian who won three monuments is considering a return to the 'Hell of the North' to commemorate the 20th anniversary of his win.

The 22-year-old Quick-Step Floors rider earned his team's 72nd win of the 2018 season at the Chinese stage race.

This jersey performed admirably for us in the humid Spanish summer weather.

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A Digital Pump, a new/old Pista Plus, the Ypsilon Y-Wrench and a carbon bottle cage.

Mike Wilk is hooked on building and riding bikes that most have forgotten about. Vintage mountain bikes, specifically. Bikes from the sport's early days, when the mountain bike itself was still being defined. There's something wonderful, he says, about going back to a simpler time.

Edward Theuns says he didn't fit in with Sunweb and asked for an early release as the Dutch team reworks roster for 2019.

With the route presentation coming up on October 25, officials say they don't design the Tour course with specific riders in mind.

American proved that 'there's always a possibility' for the break when he scored his first big win in stage 6 of the Baby Giro.

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In his debut season at the WorldTour level, American Sepp Kuss learns from LottoNL team leaders Groenewegen and Kruijswijk.

We take a look at Osloh jeans, Striipe socks, and the Pactimo x PELOTON Transport Duffle

German Pascal Ackermann wins the second stage of the Tour de Guangxi in southern China on Wednesday.

Thirty years after the legendary Coors Classic ran its course, Michael Aisner's influence on American cycling is still prominent.

Power meters have revolutionized training in the past decade, but a heart rate monitor remains a key to getting the most out of your workouts.

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From issue 76 • Words by Brad Roe w/images by Steve Driscoll/LiFTcs.com

From issue 76 • Images by Scott Foreman

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Power meters are an increasingly common piece of equipment. But those who are still on the fence may wonder, what benefits can this technology bring to your riding? What potential can they untap? And of the broad range of power meters on the market, what type is most appropriate for your needs?

American Joe Dombrowski renews contract with EF Education First-Drapac in 2019, wants to return to top form after a couple down years.

At the end of the day (or during the middle of the day) your lights just might be the most important component on your bike.

How easy is it to adapt to a new crankarm length? Lennard explains and fields follow-up on his custom saddle article.