Stage 2 of the Tour de Pologne will be a key day for the overall classification. The 15-kilometer time-trial is mostly uphill and should create rather meaningful differences on the week-long race. We follow along the events on the day.Follow today's stage in detail with our live blog!

Last year, we covered the RedSide Hydraulic Bleed Syringe Holder, a 3D-printed contraption to make brake bleeding easier. Now, RedSide is back with another 3D-printed tool. This time its designed to make those fork overhauls easier, with less potential damageNormally, when youre overhauling your fork or doing a quick service, you remove the dust wiper seals. Thats often done with a tire lever, an open-ended wrench, or any other lever to pry the seal up from the fork lower. When done carefully, this method has worked for years, but it can result in damage to the seal itself and potentially the fork lower. RedSide wanted to create a better way, so they created their new Fork Seal Remover. Like the Hydraulic Bleed Syringe Holder, the Fork Seal Remover utilizes 3D-printed parts with a metal threaded rod. The wings which support the underside of the fork seal flip up to allow it to be inserted into the seal, and then flip down with a threaded locknut securing them under the edges of the seal.Then, you simply thread the upper cup down onto the fork lower, and unscrew the handle to pull the seal out of the lower. The process eliminates any chance of damage to the fork with a controlled removal and plastic surfaces. Technically, RedSide says it wont damage the seal either, although most fork manufacturers recommend to replace your seals any time theyre removed. However, if you ever find yourself without the right seals when your fork needs a service before that next ride, this could work in a pinch. Currently, the tool is designed around a single stanchion diameter with different models available for 32, 34, 35, 36, 38, and 40mm stanchions at $54.99 each. You can also pick up all six sizes for $314.99. RedSide mentions that they are working on a modular design so that one Fork Seal Remover base can be used with multiple sizes, which is coming soon. redsidemtb.comThe post Found: RedSide Fork Seal Remover Wont Damage Your Fork or Seals appeared first on Bikerumor.

I never did the sport for the money, but I realise I should have paid more attention to it. I wasnt aware of the mess until I was deep in retirement, says the 2012 Tour de France winner, who was declared bankrupt in June

From the 12th to 18th of August we have on the road the Tour de Pologne. It collides with other big races in the calendar but every year it features a quality startlist with all kinds of riders. The seven stages will provide plenty opportunities in the only World Tour stage-race that comes between t...

Defending champion finishes five seconds quicker than Chloe Dygert to take yellow jersey in Rotterdam

Grace Brown crashed in the Tour de France Femmes' time-trial and it opened way for the other favourites. Demi Vollering put in a staggering time and took over the race lead after being the fastest against the clock on stage 3.After this morning's effort in Rotterdam, the riders take on the second s...

To kick off the new Mega Mid South bikepacking route in Oklahoma, a 300-mile loop culminating over 10 years of Mid South course building, the Mid South team created a five-part video series to document their first recon trip on the new route. Watch it in full here...The post Mega Mid South Video Series appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Jonas Vingegaard didn't manage to take the victory as expected in the time-trial of the Tour de Pologne but he has taken a step in achieving his prime goal. The Dane is the new race leader after coming second to Tim Wellens who was crowned winner on stage 2.The 15-kilometer long time-trial was alwa...

We compiled data from more than 40 submissions for the Rigs of the 2024 Colorado Trail Race into a spreadsheet to gain insights into the bikes and gear featured in this years event. In this article, we explore the data and reveal some intriguing statistics, such as the most popular tires, drivetrains, types of bags, pedals, lights, and more. Dive into our Rigs of the 2024 Colorado Trail Race stats analysis hereThe post Rigs of the 2024 Colorado Trail Race Stats Analysis appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Demi Vollering is a very strong rider and time-trialist in her day, but few would've expected her to beat the world's best today at the Tour de France Femmes. Against the clock, she was head and shoulders above the competition and even put on the yellow jersey."I am very surprised that I managed to...