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Wout Van Aert wins third straight DVV Trophy-Essen
Reining world champion Wout van Aert won the DVV Trophy for the third straight year Saturday.
The Giro will have to wait, Bardet doubles down on Tour
Ag2r—La Mondiale believes that Bardet has a realistic chance of becoming the first Frenchman since Bernard Hinault to win the yellow jersey.
2016 Mark Gunter Photographer of the Year Awards: Top entries from week 1
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Paving the way for transgender cyclists: The story of Jillian Bearden
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UnitedHealthcare signs Wiles, unveils complete roster
Seven new men and six new women, including Tayler Wiles, joined the UnitedHealthcare team in its annual team presentation.
Joaquim Rodriguez makes final decision to retire, committing to a Bahrain-Merida staff role
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Axeon Hagens Berman announces 2017 roster
Axeon Hagens Berman brings on eight new riders for 2017, along with directors Jeff Louder and Koos Moerenhout.
Mollema to race Giro, support Contador at Tour
Dutch rider Bauke Mollema will lead Trek – Segafredo at the Giro d'Italia, but he'll be in a support role for Alberto Contador at the Tour.
No positive doping tests at 2016 Tour de France
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Rodriguez retires, for real this time
After hemming and hawing over retirement this season, Joaquim Rodriguez confirms that he will leave the pro peloton for good.
Report: No sanctions for Sky’s Dauphiné mystery package delivery
A British media report claims Sky will not be slapped with citations or sanctions stemming from the 2011 incident.
Kuat Sherpa hitch rack
We love the Sherpa 2.0 for its clean looks, secure lock and simple, reliable functionality. It's also low-profile for smaller vehicles.
Week in tech: Smart glasses, Zwift Academy, Brooks/Vans collaboration
Smart glasses company seeks test pilots, Brooks and Vans team up, and Zwift Academy narrows down candidates for Canyon – SRAM.
Fortuitous find: How covering the Tour de France led to one stunning bike collection
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Top-six endurance road bikes of 2016
Endurance bikes offer a solid blend of comfort and performance for long rides, fondos, or races. Here are the five best we tested in 2016.
Strava End of Year Insights: Do you live in the fastest state?
Strava announces 2016 data. Which state has the fastest Strava rides? The most climbing? The longest rides? It's all in this detailed report.
RCS denies rumors of compromise on team cuts
Giro d'Italia director Mauro Vegni denies reports that race organizers have backed down on plans to cut team sizes for 2017 races.
Pellizotti, Nibali reunited at Bahrain – Merida
The pair rode together for five seasons at Liquigas, and will be teammates next year on the new Middle Eastern WorldTour team.
Schumacher, Rebellin linked with new Kuwaiti team
The former notorious Gerolsteiner teammates with a history of doping positives will reportedly ride for Kuwait – Cartusho.es.
PELOTON Winter Gear Guide 2016
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Küat Racks: The NV 2.0
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Campagnolo Potenza 11-speed groupset review
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For female cyclists, street harassment is a real concern
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UCI insists no reduction to team sizes in 2017
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Legally Speaking: This little light of mine
During the darkness of winter, remember that the law requires you to be visible. Here's what you need to know about bike lights.
VN podcast, ep. 7: Honest Howes and the Chinese takeover
Alex Howes discusses disc brakes, the weak riders union, and Cannondale's high-five-free season. Plus, will the Chinese take over cycling?
Canyon Endurace CF SLX 9.0 SL
This jack-of-all-trades is hardly a typical endurance bike, with geometry that leans closer to a typical race bike.
3 Cool Bits: Masi, Smith, and Relive.cc
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Jack Bobridge on retiring at 27: ‘At the end of the day health comes first’
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Mud, strippers and Sven Nys: Portland’s wild singlespeed CX world championships
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One less WorldTour team in 2017? Rider agent ‘very concerned’ about Chinese team TJ Sport
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Video: gymnastics meets fixed-gear bicycles at the UCI indoor cycling world championships
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‘Gluing’ cyclocross tubulars with Carogna
Lennard Zinn has in-depth advice for a reader trying to re-glue a 'cross tire using Effetto Mariposa Carogna tape.
December 2016 Product Picks: Smith Optics, Bontrager, Edco 3ax, Bar Fly, Fix-It Sticks, Tacx, and Wind-Blox
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VN Show: Singlespeed Cyclocross World Championships
What do you get when you cross a bicycle race with a costume party, add plenty of booze, mustaches, mud, and pandemonium?
The First Annual Mark Gunter Photography Awards
Mark Gunter (June 10, 1974 – November 29, 2015) was a widely respected photographer in cycling and his loss has been felt by many. To commemorate Mark's contribution to the community and to let his name continue to honour his passion and the best cycling photographs of each year, we are excited announce the inaugural Mark Gunter Photographer of the Year Awards of 2016.
Kenda Tires: From Tree to Tread
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A points race on the road? Velon and Infront step into race organizing
A new race series, run by the Velon teams group, is announced. It features unconventional race formats, similar to track points races.
TJ Sport’s uncertain 2017 WorldTour future
Chinese team TJ Sport faces uncertainty after UCI does not grant it a WorldTour license. Insiders say that the team may be struggling.
Paralympian Michael Gallagher opens up about his EPO doping: ‘It’s a good thing I got caught’
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Team Sky’s Tech Guru
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Marianne Vos to return to cyclocross this month
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Race radios, gran fondos, one-day licenses, and more: USA Cycling announces policy and operational changes for 2017
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Why was Sven Nys at singlespeed CX worlds?
The greatest cyclocross racer of all time, Sven Nys, took part in the silliest cyclocross race ever in Portland. He was a good sport.
USA Cycling eyes gravel, gran fondo crowd
USA Cycling announces policy changes for 2017, intends to broaden its membership base too less race-oriented crowd.
Framed Rodez
The Rodez isn’t a race bike. It’s an entry-level endurance bike that just might turn a lot of people who buy it into racers.
Future uncertain, but giving back: How Songezo Jim is helping African cycling
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‘Thereabouts 3 – Discovering Colombia’ pre-release screening: Tickets selling fast!
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The story behind the story: Falling in love with the bolts on Shimano Dura-Ace R9100
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Bikepacking Vietnam: The Documentary
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Keeping your cool in the heat: Tips from a desert rider
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Lotto Soudal confirms 2017 team rosters
Lotto Soudal finalizes team rosters for its WorldTour, Ladies and U23 teams for 2017.
Van der Poel, Cant win Zilvermeercross
Mathieu Van der Poel and Sanne Cant bounce back from Superprestige losses with wins at Zilvermeercross.
Katusha names leaders, identifies objectives for 2017
Katusha-Alpecin reveals goals for team leaders Alexander Kristoff, Ilnur Zakarin and new signee Tony Martin for the upcoming season.
Gallery: Katusha-Alpecin unveils 2017 kit
Katusha-Alpecin unveiled its new kit, bike and roster at the official team presentation in Benidorm, Spain on Saturday.
Illuminate to add women’s team in 2017
Former Airgas-Safeway squad has revealed it will expand in 2017 with the addition of a women's UCI team.
Gallery: Van Aert claims first Superprestige win of season at Francorchamps
Reigning elite men's cyclocross world champion Wout van Aert denies Mathieu Van der Poel a fifth straight Superprestige win.
Spa-Francorchamps: Van Aert snaps Van der Poel’s hot streak
Reigning elite men's cyclocross world champion Wout van Aert denies Mathieu Van der Poel a fifth straight Superprestige win.
Spa-Francorchamps: De Jong overcomes crash to claim women’s Superprestige win
Reigning women’s cyclocross world champion Thalita de Jong shakes off an early fall to take the fifth round at Spa-Francorchamps.
Froome: Wiggins must resolve steroid use controversy
Five-time Olympic champion Bradley Wiggins has to clear up question marks remaining over why he was granted TUEs, Chris Froome says.
Ten products I loved in 2016: James Huang
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No more podium girls at Tour Down Under
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Cycling insiders say it’s time for WorldTour race in China
Managers from the cycling world weigh in on the UCI's deal with Wanda Sports to stage a race in China starting next year.
What rainbow curse? 2016 was the year of the world champion
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New study to examine bike saddles, erectile dysfunction
Researchers are looking into whether newer saddle designs have had any impact on cycling's most delicate problem.
5 ways to spice up bike racing
Andrew Hood presents some ideas on how to make professional road cycling a bit more exciting for fans.
Week in Tech: Dirty Kanza women, new Mavic gear, and more
Check out this week's roundup of tech news, which includes a new push to get women on bikes and an Olympian's jersey.
After the death of a Canberra cyclist, should you be concerned about catastrophic fork failure?
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Opinion: Poll reveals that pro riders still don’t want disc brakes, so why are we forcing the issue?
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Spurcycle vs. Knog Oi: Battle of the Bells
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Haute Route Pyrenees 2017: Route Preview
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Riders association: Race organizers aren’t committed to safety
The North American riders' association says race organizers aren't addressing true safety concerns with roster reduction plans.
Pro riders wary of disc brakes according to new survey
According to preliminary results from a survey conducted by the riders association, 40 percent of pros don't want disc brakes in the peloton.
Febreze In-Wash Odor Eliminator
Febreze’s in-wash odor eliminator targets tough smells to keep your kit fresh and odor-free every time you suit up for another trainer ride.
Fast Talk podcast, ep. 7: Cold, bare legs make you dumb, not tough
If you think you're tough for riding in the cold without leg warmers, think again. You need to cover up to get the most out of your training.
Froome to start 2017 with Down Under double
The three-time Tour de France champ will compete at the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race and the Herald Sun Tour early next year.
UCI strikes deal for WorldTour stage race in China
As part of the wide-ranging deal, China will also host the UCI’s Cycling Gala next year and a women's race in 2018.