A tough break for Lotto Dstny in their desperate hunt for points to claw their way back into the World Tour. Maxim Van Gils bagged the time trial victory over a mere five kilometers last week, snatching the crown of the entire Ruta del Sol, where several stages got the ax. Sounds like a goldmine of UCI points, right? Well, hold your horses. Now, imagine this: 220 measly points are all that’s left out of the initial 20. The UCI, apparently, isn’t feeling the love for Maxim Van Gils and his Lotto Dstny crew. Initially, our Belgian lad was set…
Author: Emily Taylor
4iiii Innovations Inc., a pioneer in power-driven cycling performance, has announced the launch of its groundbreaking dual-sided PRECISION 3+ PRO Powermeter equipped with Apple Find My technology, setting a new standard in cycling power measurement. The PRECISION 3+ PRO Powermeter represents 4iiii’s most advanced offering to date, combining the features of the PRECISION 3+ Powermeter with the added capability of dual-sided power metrics. Utilizing the company’s patented 3D strain gauge technology, the PRECISION 3+ PRO delivers precise data with an accuracy of +/-1%. This powermeter is designed to enhance the training and performance experience of cyclists by providing comprehensive insights…
The 115th edition of the Milano-Sanremo has revealed its route, with a surprise. The route offers fans a historic first-ever start from Pavia, nestled right in the heart of Italy. That’s right, we’re kicking things off from Piazza della Vittoria, where the teams will be strutting their stuff the day before the race. But that’s just the appetizer, my friends, ’cause the main course is a whopping 288 kilometers of pure cycling bliss, culminating in the traditional finish along the iconic Via Roma in Sanremo. Can you feel the excitement in the air? We’re talking flat roads, rolling hills, and…
You ever buy something, thinking it’s all solid and tight, but turns out it’s about as stable as a house of cards in a windstorm? Well, strap on your helmets, folks, ’cause we got a doozy here. The Consumer Product Safety Commission just hit the panic button, sounding off a recall notice for some SRAM 12-speed shift/brake levers. Now, what’s got them all riled up? Seems like these shift levers were slapped together with a bit too much threadlock. You know, the stuff that’s supposed to keep things nice and snug? Yeah, turns out, it’s working a little too well.…
Well, folks, hold onto your seats because we’ve got ourselves a doozy in the world of sports. Meet Aron D’Souza, the brainiac behind the doping-friendly extravaganza known as the Enhanced Games. And guess what? He’s just rolled in with pockets full of cash, thanks to some big-time backers, including German-American billionaire Peter Thiel, crypto investor Christian Angermayer, and Balaji Srinivasan, former CTO of Coinbase. We’re talking millions here, folks. Yeah, you heard me right. So, what the heck are these Enhanced Games, you ask? Well, strap in, ’cause it’s a wild ride. D’Souza’s got a bone to pick with the…
Threshold Sports, in collaboration with ROUVY, has launched the highly anticipated Virtual Babble Ride Across Britain Challenge, offering cyclists a unique opportunity to experience the UK’s most iconic cycling routes from the comfort of their own homes using state-of-the-art Augmented Reality (AR) technology. The challenge, running from January 29th to March 3rd, 2024, allows riders to immerse themselves virtually in the beauty of Britain and enjoy the landscapes that have made the Ride Across Britain event legendary since its inception in 2009. Participants can traverse key sections of the nine-stage Ride Across Britain route, providing an experience closely resembling the…
In the high-octane world of professional cycling, the bond between a team and its fans is as vital as the gears on a bike. Verge, the official custom apparel supplier for the UCI World Tour pro cycling team Intermarché-Wanty, is not just acknowledging this bond; they are celebrating it with the launch of their much-anticipated 2024 ‘They Win, You Win!’ loyalty competition. Set against the backdrop of the Santos Tour Down Under, running from January 16th to 21st, Verge’s competition promises an interactive and rewarding experience for cycling enthusiasts. The rules of engagement are simple, yet thrilling. On each of…
In the realm of cycling, where the pursuit of pedal-powered triumph meets the awe-inspiring majesty of mountains, the Haute Route has long stood as a beacon for those seeking the ultimate two-wheeled adventure. Now, under the stewardship of new ownership—France Vélo Evénements (FVE)—the Haute Route beckons cyclists to inscribe their names into the annals of cycling lore with not one but two extraordinary events in 2024: Haute Route Pyrenees and Haute Route Alps. The transition from the Ironman Group to France Vélo Evénements has injected new energy into the iconic series, promising cycling enthusiasts the same quintessential Haute Route experience…