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    London set to host the Tour de France Femmes' first ever team time trial at 2027 Grand Depart
    The 2027 Tour de France Femmes is starting in England and is set to have three days of racing there before returning to France. Race organizers have confirmed that the stage that will be starting and finishing in London will be a team time trial, set to take place on the streets of the European metr...
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    No more gears: meet the new e-bike drive system with no mechanical link between the pedals and rear wheel
    Niche Mobility has unveiled a prototype drive unit that uses a fully automatic digital system with regenerative braking and a reverse gear, with a launch targeted for 2027
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    Tadej Pogacar beaten once again - Cycling World Champion beaten on Laureus Award by Tennis player Carlos Alcaraz
    Tadej Pogacar is cycling's most prestigious and successful athlete at this point in time and is fast approaching some of the biggest names in the sport's history over the year due to his extremely successful years since turning pro. It was thought that he could potentially finally take a win at the...
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    "A new mindset was born" - Tour de France win convinced Wout Van Aert that Pogacar and van der Poel were beatable in Roubaix
    Wout Van Aert is now a Paris-Roubaix winner, in an era where the monuments are almost exclusively dominated - not just won - by a mere two riders. The Team Visma | Lease a Bike has finally captured his first one in the cobbles after many years of pursuit and shares how the 2025 Tour de France win in...
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    Spatz Fasta Lite Overshoes
    Expensive, but excellent overshoe that offers good protection and versatility
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    Hot or Not? Dynamic Clean Machine Mobile Pressure Washer on Review
    The Dynamic Clean Machine is designed to operate without a water connection or power outlet, while also aiming to clean your bike without risking damage to bearings. A smart solution for cycling clubs, training groups and city flats without a garden. Or is it just an expensive gadget? We took a closer look to find out.Dynamic Clean Machine | Price: 229.99 | Weight: 6.19 kg | Water Tank: 20 l | Manufacturers WebsiteA clean road bike is more than vanity. At least thats what we like to tell ourselves. Especially when the dirt doesnt match the color of your handlebar tape.But seriously: of course its also about function, durability and avoiding unnecessary wear on components. The Clean Machine pressure washer sits right at the crossroads of maintenance, pragmatism, and a bit of vanity.A mobile, battery-powered pressure washer developed specifically for bicycles. Not a stripped-down DIY-store solution, but a tool designed for bikes and mobile use. The claim is clear: enough pressure to remove dirt, but safe for bearings, seals and sensitive components. The idea is less about brute force and more about controlled cleaning.On Review: What Is the Dynamic Clean Machine Pressure Washer Capable Of?In our Gran Fondo review, the Dynamic Clean Machine wasnt used in gentle conditions, but in realistic scenarios: multiple road bikes, different wheelsets, dust, fine gravel, sticky isotonic drink residue and the usual mix of chain oil and road grime. Exactly the kind of situation that regularly occurs in amateur racing, training groups or club use.The water pressure is clearly tuned to the intended use on bikes. Its lower than that of a conventional pressure washer, and thats exactly the advantage here. In combination with the 400-watt motor, the Clean Machine delivers enough pressure to reliably clean road bikes while being easy to control and gentle on materials. For road bikes, this is usually completely sufficient in practice.The downside of this tuning becomes apparent especially with heavily soiled gravel bikes and also with the test bikes of our sister magazine ENDURO: dried mud, sticky clay and coarse sludge push the system to its limits more quickly, requiring patience, pre-treatment with foam or the classic use of brushes.From a powerful single jet to a wide fan spray.You can choose from a total of six settings on the rotary head.The choice of nozzles is decisive: from a wide spray for sensitive areas to a focused jet for tire sidewalls and chainrings. The 6-in-1 spray head proves to be a real practical advantage compared to many comparable devices that require a separate lance for each function. Instead of converting or searching for accessories, the spray pattern can be changed directly at the head, faster, cleaner and significantly less stressful during use.The 5 m water hose also proves to be surprisingly useful in practice. It provides enough freedom of movement around the bike without having to constantly reposition the unit, a real comfort gain especially when cleaning multiple bikes. When used properly, the risk of blowing out bearings or unnecessarily stressing seals is low.The integrated 20 l water tank proved to be sensibly sized in our test. The volume is sufficient for several road bikes without constant refilling, a clear advantage when operating far from infrastructure. The 4,000 mAh battery also lasts for several complete cleaning sessions in practice. Importantly, its not the machine that needs to be charged, but the battery. You can remove this via a flap and charge it externally using a power supply. A consistent solution for a device thats used outdoors, wet and dirty. Instead of carrying the entire dirty and bulky unit indoors, only the battery goes to the power socket.The build quality is average for its class. The plastic feels neither particularly high-end nor noticeably cheap: functional, but unproblematic. There are no glaring weaknesses, but also no tactile wow moments. One practical detail is notably missing: a telescopic pull handle. Especially when transporting the unit with a full water tank, it would significantly improve handling.When it comes to accessories, the Clean Machine is pleasingly complete. Even the base version includes everything you need for bike cleaning: a 6-in-1 spray head, foam bottle and a coherent system in which all parts can be stored inside the tank. The optional sets mainly expand the package with consumables such as brushes, cloths and cleaners: useful, but not essential for operation.All things considered, the Dynamic Clean Machine fulfills its promise: controlled, material-friendly cleaning specifically for bicycles, mobile, independent and designed for group use.Anyone who has looked deeper into the topic of mobile pressure washers for bikes will inevitably draw comparisons. Some time ago, our sister magazine E-MOUNTAINBIKE reviewed the Muc-Off Mobile Pressure Washer. The direct comparison shows one thing above all: both concepts follow the same material-friendly approach, but differ in details such as operation, system integration and transport. The Dynamic feels more self-contained, the Muc-Off more modular. Which concept fits better ultimately depends on the different use scenarios.The battery is tucked away behind a plastic flap.Take that, you filthy bike!Who Should Take a Closer Look at the Mobile Dynamic Clean Machine Pressure Washer?The Dynamic Clean Machine is aimed less at the classic individual rider with a garden hose at home, and more at groups, clubs and ambitious amateur racers. At the same time, the mobile pressure washer shows its strengths wherever there is simply no outdoor water connection available, for example in front of an apartment building or in a backyard. Wherever multiple bikes need to be cleaned regularly after races, training camps or group rides, the water tank, battery operation and controlled pressure come fully into their own. Those who clean rarely and have fixed infrastructure will hardly be able to fully exploit the added value.Conclusions: Would We Buy the Dynamic Clean Machine?Yes, for the right use case. For riders without access to an outdoor water connection, as well as for clubs, amateur racing teams, or established training groups, the Dynamic Clean Machine makes a lot of sense. You just need to be aware that bike-safe water pressure doesnt work miracles: heavily soiled bikes will still need brushing after soaking. With that in mind, and a focus on mobility and material protection, you get a well-thought-out cleaning solution thats also a bit of fun.Topsappropriate water pressure20 l water tank for multiple bikespractical battery runtime6-in-1 spray head requires no conversionFlopsmissing pull handle for transportMore information at dynamicbikecare.com.Der Beitrag Hot or Not? Dynamic Clean Machine Mobile Pressure Washer on Review erschien zuerst auf GRAN FONDO Cycling Magazine.
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    Team Visma | Lease a Bike reveal 2026 Tour de France jersey design - Jonas Vingegaard and Wout Van Aert likely to ride in black again
    Jonas Vingegaards Team Visma | Lease a Bike has decided to deepen its connection with identity and fans ahead of the 2026 Tour de France. Coinciding with the Grand Dpart in Barcelona, the Dutch team unveils a jersey that goes beyond aesthetics, built around a clear concept inspired by architecture...
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    That is actually top banter: Chris Froome recreates iconic Ventoux run during gran fondo (as Alejandro Valverde watches on); Brutal British Tour de France Femmes route reaction + more on the live blog
    Does anyone remember how to switch the live blog on? Its been a while, but Ryan Mallons back in cyclings 103rd most famous hot seat, ready to keep you up to speed with all the latest news, views, and general silliness this Tuesday
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