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With so many superbikes launched in 2018, it was hard to pick just one for this award. So we didn't. Here are three.

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Power meters are everywhere, but do we actually understand how they work or what they actually do for us as cyclists?

The Australian outfit is a perfect fit for the American all-rounder, who can support Yates or Chaves in the mountains at grand tours.

Bora-Hansgrohe sport director Patxi Vila recalls how Sagan won the famed race in the French countryside.

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To match his rainbow jersey, won in Innsbruck this fall, Alejandro Valverde has a special Canyon Ultimate CF SLX to match.

Rally Pro Cycling's team manager Jonas Carney reflects on the challenges his team faces and his years as a pro rider in the 1990s.

Sky teammates Geraint Thomas and Chris Froome have both expressed a desire to race at the Tour next summer.

The list of host cities is unveiled, and organizers expect an aggressive and exciting race in the men's and women's events.

Tributes from Paul Sherwen's friends and colleagues have swept the cycling world. But Paul's impact was felt far beyond those who knew him personally. Michael Better came of age and in the early 2000s, and Paul's voice is an immutable soundtrack to his summertime memories.

Selle Italia's entry into the snub nose saddle category has a subtle curve that provides a planted feel and a wide channel for soft tissue comfort.

The young Colombian climber lost six months to Epstein-Barr, but now team officials say he's ready to return to the front of the GC field.

Lennard Zinn takes a variety of questions for this week's tech news column.

The Colombian sprinter says he's looking forward to a new environment at UAE Team Emirates.

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Easton alloy goes head to head with a lot of carbon, and outperforms budget carbon on any surface.

Cannondale-Cyclocrossworld.com completes its sweep of the NBX Gran Prix with Keough and Hyde overcoming the mud on Sunday.

Following Sherwen's death at 62, we remember his gritty performance to finish the 1985 Tour de France.

The course in Garland, Texas sees some fast racing thanks to dry conditions.

The Slovakian will race 2019 in a team kit, rather than the world champ's jersey, after a three-year run in the rainbow bands.

The Colombian says he's not in favor of having multiple riders vying for the same win within Movistar, which was the case in the 2018 Tour.

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Keough and Hyde showing signs of form before approaching U.S. nationals

New stairs and wooded sections make the difference for the winners in a dry, tacky race

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Interview: James Startt

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In this episode we take on several questions: Do you need a coach? What makes a good coach? What makes a good athlete? And much more.

The first monument of 2018 was a signature victory for Nibali, but his team manager says it was unplanned — he won with guile not form.

His first season with UAE Team Emirates was a year to forget. Now, Fabio Aru needs to find the spark that won him the 2015 Vuelta.

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After three doping violations, Spanish team Burgos-BH voluntarily suspends operations.

We take a close look at five capable, versatile front lights for everything from winter commutes to occasional singletrack jaunts.

Movistar will discuss Landa's racing schedule at an upcoming team meeting.

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Former Olympic champion Paolo Bettini says Andrea Tafi would be 'stealing' a younger rider's spot in his plan to return to Roubaix.

Behind the scenes, Carney has helped Rally Cycling grow into one of America's most successful and highly regarded teams.

Nearly four dozen riders are calling an end to their careers. Here are some of the notables.

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If you need a simple way to store bikes that can double as a work stand, the Feedback Sports Scorpion fits the bill and doesn't cost much.

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Ending speculation that he'll race the Giro d'Italia in 2019, Romain Bardet confirms plan to again focus on Tour de France.

Bernal's brilliant ride at the Tour didn't come easily. Yet crashes, injuries, and an unexpected schedule change couldn't hold him back.

Lennard Zinn takes questions related to gearing, along with follow-ups regarding frame fatigue and brakes.

The women's version of the Giro d'Italia will include a summit finish on the Gavia Pass next summer.

Valverde will race on the cobbles wearing the rainbow jersey, while van der Poel will continue to transition from cyclocross to the road.

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The Spaniard thinks Chris Froome will aim for a fifth Tour win next year, regardless of what 2018 champ Geraint Thomas wants to do.

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Van der Poel wins in a faultless performance while Van Aert fights back from early crash to take second.

Betsema races from nearly 30 seconds back to hold off Brammeier. Vos finishes off the pace but retains series lead.

Euskadi-Murias fighting for wildcard slot on the Tour after elevation to Professional Continental level.

Team manager cannot be held accountable for accusations of "manipulation, intimidation, and fat-shaming," says UCI.

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Riders come to Minguez's defense after successful coach's contract is not renewed.

Viviani sets sights on Sanremo and Tour in 2019 in a build to Olympic defense.

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The 34-year-old Portuguese rider was banned four years for an EPO offense, but he said the case is not open and shut.

Thule's latest entry in the hydration pack market impresses with secure fit, Koroyd padding, and a magnetic hose holder.

We take a closer look at the training and preparation of neo-pro Sepp Kuss before his stunning victory in Utah.

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From issue 50 • Words/images by Ben Edwards

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