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Day: 6 October 2020

Posted on 06/10/202007/10/2020

Near Miss of the Day 477: Yellow taxi driver in close pass (video includes swearing)

Our regular series featuring close passes from around the country – today it’s Glasgow

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Posted on 06/10/202007/10/2020

Crankbrothers F15 multi-tool

Pretty, well-built and effective tool, but pricey 7/10

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Posted on 06/10/202007/10/2020

Specialized’s 2021 Stumpjumper Evo promises tantalising trail-domination

Stumpjumper Evo answers the needs of hardcore trail riders with geometry and frame updates, and a full range of sizes and specs
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Posted on 06/10/202007/10/2020

Canyon finally releases the new Aeroad | Lighter, more integrated and faster than ever

Lighter, more aero, disc-only and lots of hidden tricks for the 2021 Canyon Aeroad
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Posted on 06/10/2020

Peter Sagan ‘went all out for this win’ but misses by millimetres in Giro d’Italia sprint

Peter Sagan ‘went all out for this win’ but misses by millimetres in Giro d’Italia sprint
Peter Sagan before stage four of the Giro d’Italia (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images,)

Peter Sagan said he “went all out for this win” as he missed out on a Giro d’Italia stage win by millimetres.

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Posted on 06/10/2020

Canyon Aeroad: new aero bike is faster, lighter and comes with clever adjustable handlebars

Canyon Aeroad: new aero bike is faster, lighter and comes with clever adjustable handlebars

The new Canyon Aeroad has finally landed, replacing the brand’s original model which has stood the test of time at a full six years in the limelight. The original Aeroad has been a mainstay of Canyon’s road range since its arrival. As the brand’s aerodynamic race bike it has been responsible for a vast number […]

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Posted on 06/10/202007/10/2020

Video first ride review: Canyon Aeroad CFR Di2

New aero road bike is fast and fun while boasting some innovative features

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Posted on 06/10/202007/10/2020

First ride review: Canyon Aeroad CFR Di2

New aero road bike is fast and fun while boasting some innovative features

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Posted on 06/10/202007/10/2020

Canyon unveils 2021 Aeroad 065 road bike

New aero road bike range developed with Swiss Side features three different disc brake-only framesets and clever innovation

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Posted on 06/10/2020

Giro d’Italia riders caught in nasty crash after ‘helicopter blows barriers into road’ 

Giro d’Italia riders caught in nasty crash after ‘helicopter blows barriers into road’ 
The Giro d’Italia peloton on stage four (Photo by LUCA BETTINI/AFP via Getty Images)

The final sprint of stage four of the Giro d’Italia ended in disaster for two riders, when a helicopter reportedly blew the barriers into the road.

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Posted on 06/10/2020

Five talking points from stage four of the Giro d’Italia 2020

Five talking points from stage four of the Giro d’Italia 2020
Arnaud Démare takes victory (Photo : Yuzuru SUNADA)

From Démare’s narrow victory to Sagan’s reinvigoration – don’t miss these moments from an exciting sprint stage

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Posted on 06/10/202007/10/2020

Cyclist injured in crash with dog chasing ball sues owner for £50,000

David Crane says head injuries in incident on Acton Green Common led to him suffering from memory and concentration loss, among othetr things

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Posted on 06/10/202007/10/2020

Giro Savix II Women’s Road Cycling Shoes

Well-designed, high-quality shoes for all-day comfort and performance, with the ability to take two or three-bolt cleats 8/10

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Posted on 06/10/202007/10/2020

Supersapiens app promises easier energy management for athletes via blood glucose tracking

The device claims to help you to fuel without spikes and troughs in energy through blood glucose monitoring. Pro teams like Ineos are already using it.

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Posted on 06/10/2020

Giro d’Italia 2020: Strava stats reveal new fastest times set on Mount Etna ascent

Giro d’Italia 2020: Strava stats reveal new fastest times set on Mount Etna ascent
Mount Etna offered up another thrilling finish (Photo by Tim de Waele/Getty Images)

The Giro d’Italia peloton tackled the familiar landscape of Mount Etna on stage three, but this time from a different direction.

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Posted on 06/10/202007/10/2020

Win £1,159.90 worth of absoluteBLACK PVD 1x Oval Chainrings – 10 to be won!

10 chainrings to be won!

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Posted on 06/10/202007/10/2020

Drink-driver who killed cyclist jailed for 8 years 4 months

William Stallard was speeding when he killed Michael Waistell – then drove off and claimed his van had been stolen

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Posted on 06/10/2020

‘I’d put so much work in to this race’: Geraint Thomas says pelvis fracture makes decision to pull out of Giro d’Italia easier 

‘I’d put so much work in to this race’: Geraint Thomas says pelvis fracture makes decision to pull out of Giro d’Italia easier 
Geraint Thomas at the finish of stage three of the Giro d’Italia (Photo: Yuzuru SUNADA)

Geraint Thomas said discovering his pelvis fracture made the decision to pull out of the Giro d’Italia easier. 

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Posted on 06/10/2020

Geraint Thomas abandons Giro d’Italia 2020 

Geraint Thomas abandons Giro d’Italia 2020 
Geraint Thomas at the Giro d’Italia 2020 (Photo by Tim de Waele/Getty Images)

Geraint Thomas won’t start Giro d’Italia stage four after his crash. 

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Posted on 06/10/2020

How to get your hands on the Rapha x Palace kit

How to get your hands on the Rapha x Palace kit
The new EF Pro Cycling kit at the 2020 Giro d’Italia (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images,)

The absolutely quackers kit will be on sale from October 9 – in a limited edition run

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Posted on 06/10/2020

Garmin Edge 1030 Plus

Powerful, easy to see data and great to use, but ouch, that price 7/10

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Posted on 06/10/2020

Why Premier League clubs may start hiring out bikes; Giro latest + more

Today’s live blog with Alex Bowden (daytime) and Simon MacMichael (evening)

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Giro latest + more

Today’s live blog with Alex Bowden (daytime) and Simon MacMichael (evening)

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