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Here's your Week in Tech — all the gear news you need, and none of the marketing gibberish you don't want.

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If you're building the ultimate smart trainer setup, you probably want a fan to match. Wahoo's Kickr Headwind isn't cheap but it is smart.

After a spring season that he calls the low point of his entire career, John Degenkolb's Tour stage was exactly what he needed.

Despite André Cardoso's vigorous denials and a legal appeal, UCI bans Portugese rider four years for EPO positive from June 2017.

With a clear organizational system and a minimalist design, Black Line Sprinting's VeloRacing backpack is ideal for a day of racing.

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Legal expert Bob Mionske explains a few key steps organized group rides should take to worry less about liability and focus on the ride.

In his new book, Peter Sagan explains why he doesn't like sprinting with a lead-out train and how he manages to always time his jump right.

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From issue 80 • Interview by Brad Roe w/images from Myke Hermsmeyer

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In 2002, Specialized revolutionized bicycle suspension technology with a shock that had a mind of its own.

Wahoo finds another way to make indoor trainer workouts more realistic with the Kickr Climb, but this upgrade comes at a steep price.

Lennard Zinn takes questions regarding how long aluminum frames and other bike parts should last before they fail.

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Are there better wheels than the Pacenti Forza for less the $500? We don't think so.

The 2018 Tour de France had its setbacks and frustrations, but some insiders believe the race is stronger than it has ever been.

Frank Vandenbroucke lived in a world of excesses, which was fitting for cycling's go-go doping era of the late 1990s and early 2000s.

The second day of racing in Northampton, Massachusetts saw a pair of solo victories in the elite races.

The Spanish duo struggled this season at the French grand tour, but they'll return next year for another run.

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The first day of racing in Northampton saw both solo and team displays of strength.

From issue 80 • Words by Clive Pursehouse w/images from Chris Milliman/Red Bull Content Pool

The American team will continue as a Continental outfit, confirming nine riders for 2019 after budget shortfall put future in jeopardy.

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The Giro d'Italia route has been unveiled! Will the three time trials outweigh the big mountain stages? Who can win the pink jersey in 2019?

We speak with Chris Jacobson of Shimano North America to learn why riders like shorter saddles and talk about bike fitting.

These glasses feature Smith's redesigned PivLock system to aid in quick and easy lens changes.

The February 12-17 race takes place in the Antioquia department, situated in the northwest corner of Colombia.

The Australia-based squad picked up its first grand tour win this year courtesy of Simon Yates at the Vuelta a España.

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The bike industry is buzzing about SRAM's new 12-speed group that was seen in spy shots this weekend. Plus, Giro route takes!

The world of cycling mourns Jonathan Cantwell who died Tuesday night aged 36. He raced professionally from 2008-2014.

This airplane bike case is disguised to help you avoid extra baggage fees — and it also does a good job of keeping your bike safe and secure.

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The Colorado-based Continental team was counting on a sponsor for 2019. That fell through, leading to a $350,000 shortfall.

Lennard Zinn answers another round of questions from readers in this week's column.

We caught up with Reuters cycling correspondent Francois Thomazeau regarding how he told the world about the infamous doping affair.

Crystal Anthony takes her second win in a row at Falmouth, while Scott Smith earns his first UCI win of the year at Really Rad Festival.

We comb through VeloSwap to find the most intriguing, unusual, and nostalgia-inducing gear at VeloSwap.

In the wake of spy photos showing a new SRAM eTap group, it looks like world champ Wout Van Aert is riding the new components as well.

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Rochette's victory was the first one for a Canadian in the annual event. White was also a first-time elite Pan-Am champion.

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Mud and gale force winds greet riders on day one in Massachusetts

Irishman finds freedom to bring focussed aggression at UAE Team Emirates

UCI boss also discusses increased possibilities for women's cycling, supports calls for review of WADA

Now that we know the 2019 Giro and Tour routes, what can we expect in 2019? What GC riders are favored? How many stages can Sagan win?

This week's tech news roundup includes a new indoor smart trainer, Zwift's journey to France, a charity campaign, and a new bike tool.

The 24-year-old American notched the biggest result of his career this year north of the Arctic Circle.

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The days are getting shorter. Weather is deteriorating. And cyclists have more choices than ever when it comes to indoor smart trainers.

We speak with the guru of cycling ergonomics, Dr. Andy Pruitt, about cycling's most common injuries and how to prevent them.

We sat down with Lachlan Morton to discuss his return to the Education First team, racing on gravel, and a tough 2018 season.

Although Froome kept a stiff upper lip during the Giro and Tour, he admits the scandal surrounding his Salbutamol case weighed on him.

Wahoo remains the king of the smart trainer world with the Kickr, a stable, accurate, and user-friendly trainer that now offers a suite of accessories.

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From issue 71 • Words by Clive Pursehouse w/images courtesy, Beaulieu Vineyard

Next year's Tour route is a climbers paradise with five summit finishes and lots of high-altitude mountains, but it is short on TT kilometers.

Now that the route of the 2019 Giro d'Italia has been revealed, we can start getting excited about some of the big stages on tap.

Defending champion Chris Froome says he likes the look of the Giro's tough time trial stages but remains undecided on 2019 plan.

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The 2019 Giro d'Italia route will feature seven summit finishes, but it's not just for climbers, with three pivotal time trials as well.

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In a wide-ranging interview, Geraint Thomas said communication between himself and Chris Froome was crucial to his TDF victory

From issue 73 • Words/images by Bruno Yates

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Words/images: Clive Pursehouse

A year after the Slipstream organization was on the brink of collapse, we meet a few of the donors who supported its crowdfunding campaign.

"There has to be a spirit of trying new things to move the sport forward," says outgoing USA Cycling CEO Derek Bouchard-Hall.