CyclistThe Elite Avanti: The future of interactive indoor trainersThe Avanti is the latest indoor trainer from Italian brand Elite, and joins a product lineup that is well regarded for balancing top-end features, simplicity of use and value for money. With that in mind, lets take a look at how the Avanti lines up against Elites Suito-T trainer, a popular model at the budget end of the companys product lineup, and see just where the Avantis advantages lie.Introducing the SuitoTurn the clock back a few years and while there werent too many positives to take out of the pandemic, theres no question that it saw a dramatic boom in the indoor trainer market. Practically overnight a huge new market emerged of first-time buyers looking for something compact and easy to set up, and didnt want to pay over the odds for the privilege. In many ways, then, the Elite Suito-T, launched the previous year in 2019, was perfectly placed to take advantage. The Suito ticked all of those checkboxes, but most importantly it didnt compromise on features youd typically pay a lot more for. It weighed just 14.5kg, while its compact dimensions and handy carrying handle made it easy to move around and store at home. Now comes the Elite Avanti, which doubles down on the Suito-Ts lightweight and compact footprint but greatly expands on its smart credentials through the inclusion of an optical torque sensor (OTS) and Wi-Fi connectivity while maintaining its keen focus on value for money.The power of dataData is the life blood of any turbo trainer ecosystem, which means accurate and correctly calibrated power measurement is key. While all modern indoor trainers are able to measure power to some extent, at the budget end of the market this is typically done using an algorithm based on your input through the pedals and the degree of magnetic resistance, a system known as calculated power. This is the system used by the Suito-T, and its effective enough for Elite to claim a +/-2.5% accuracy from its power readings. The Avanti, however, features an optical torque sensor (OTS) that measures power directly using a laser, allowing Elite to claim a class-leading +/-1% accuracy. You also have the option of four power smoothing options for even more stable and accurate data visualisation when using the My E-Training app that comes with the system.Best of all, you dont have to worry about having to get the system recalibrated every few months. The Avanti truly is Plug & Play not only in how simple it is to get up and running out of the box, but also in its ability to perform periodic self-calibrations as time goes on without you needing to get involved, ensuring every workout is as easy to get started as the first one.Seamless connectivityAs a modern smart trainer, the Elite Suito-T comes with ANT+, FE-C and Bluetooth connectivity to seamlessly connect to smartphones, tablets, smartwatches and other gadgets and sync with your favourite training platform, such as Zwift or TrainerRoad.The Avanti takes this one step further with built-in Wi-Fi connectivity. This integrates with the other connectivity standards to ensure faster, more robust data transmission, and means you can connect the Avanti to your home network and immediately synchronise with apps and external hardware such as Elites Rizer slope simulator or Aria smart fan. With the inclusion of Wi-Fi, the Avanti can also check for and perform firmware updates automatically, and once configured to a specific network will automatically reconnect without you needing to get involved. Its all part of making your indoor training experience smart and seamless, and allowing you to focus on getting the most out of each workout.A smart trainer for the futureAs mentioned earlier, the needs of the typical indoor trainer buyer have changed over the past few years. Where once trainers were aimed purely at serious athletes, and were powerful, bulky and expensive as a result, the latest generation of machines are smaller, quieter and more convenient, to suit the requirements of more everyday users.Straight out of the box, the Elite Avanti impresses with its neat design and compact dimensions. Measuring 650 x 830 x 560mm, its only slightly larger than the Suito-T despite being a far more capable machine, and weighing just 13kg its actually 1.5kg lighter.Having said that, the Avanti is still a more than capable partner for a serious workout. It can simulate gradients of up to 18% and supports a maximum power of up to 2,100W. This is an improvement on the Suito-Ts figures of 15% and 1,900W respectively, and speaks to the Avantis more robust physical capabilities and its ability to simulate a wider range of riding conditions and workout intensities. The way forwardEven five years after its launch, the Elite Suito-T remains a compelling budget trainer that showcases everything entry-level cyclists are looking for from a modern indoor trainer convenience, ease of use and advanced features at an attractive price. The Avanti simply continues that journey, delivering smart and seamless performance, advanced connectivity and excellent value for money right out of the box, taking care of the details for you so that you can focus on what really matters: your training. The Elite Avanti is available now for 749.99. Click here to find out moreThe post The Elite Avanti: The future of interactive indoor trainers appeared first on Cyclist.

On the 10th of October we have the final Italian classic before Il Lombardia Gran Piemonte is a race that often changes its route and always brings something new to the table, making it an interesting race to follow every year. There are also some interesting names on the startlist in 2024.The preli...

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CyclistPro Log: Double Dutch delight at Gravel Worlds; Tadej Pogaar wins first race in rainbow jerseyWelcome to the latest edition of Pro Log, where we look at the pro cycling news from the past week. Heres a rundown of the latest results:UCI Gravel World Championships, Mens Elite Race (181km), Sun 6th Oct: 1st Mathieu van der Poel, Netherlands, 04h 41min 23sec; 2nd Florian Vermeersch, Belgium, +1min 03sec; 3rd Quinten Hermans, Belgium, +3min 47sec.Paris-Tours, Mens Race (213.8km), Sunday 6th Oct: 1st Christophe Laporte, Visma-Lease a Bike, 5h 00min 27sec; 2nd Mathias Vacek, Lidl-Trek, +0sec; 3rd Jasper Philipsen, Alpecin-Deceuninck, +21sec.Tour de Langkawi, Mens Race (Overall), Sunday 6th Oct: 1st Max Poole, DSM-Firmenich-PostNL, 26hr 28min 14sec; 2nd Thomas Pesenti, JCL Team UKYO, +13sec; 3rd Unai Iribar, Equipo Kern Pharma, +20sec.UCI Gravel World Championships, Womens Elite Race (134km), Sat 5th Oct: 1st Marianne Vos, Netherlands, 4h 01min 07sec; 2nd Lotte Kopecky, Belgium, +1sec; 3rd Lorena Wiebes, Netherlands, +3min 57sec.Giro dellEmilia, Mens Race (215.3km), Friday 5th Oct: 1st Tadej Pogaar, UAE Team Emirates, 5h 14min 43sec; 2nd Tom Pidcock, Ineos Grenadiers, +1min 54sec; 3rd Davide Piganzoli, Team Polti Kometa, +1min 54sec.Giro dellEmilia, Womens Race (113.8km), Friday 5th Oct: 1st Elisa Longo Borghini, Lidl-Trek, 2hr 53min 20sec; 2nd vita Muzic, FDJ-Suez, +9sec; 3rd Juliette Labous, DSM-Firmenich-PostNL, +9sec.Mathieu van der Poel solos to win at Gravel WorldsDavid Pintens/Belga Mag/AFP via Getty ImagesMathieu van der Poel didnt have to wait long for another rainbow jersey. A little over a week after his road reign in the rainbow bands ended at the hands of Tadej Pogaar, he soared to victory through the forests of Brabant in Belgium to win the Gravel World Championships.The Dutchman dropped breakaway companion Florian Vermeesch of Belgium in the final 14km and rode solo to the finish line in Leuven. Vermeersch held on for silver as a chasing group dominated by Belgian riders contended for bronze, with Quinten Hermans prevailing.After the race in which 4th place Jasper Stuyven left medalless, he hit out against his Belgian teammates, saying the Alpecin-Deceuninck riders in the squad were there for trade teammate Van der Poel despite expectations we would race in [national] teams.Thats a dig at Hermans and Vermeersch. Related Posts UCI Gravel World Championships 2024 tech gallery: Road, gravel and CX bikes, self-inflating tyres and incredible paintjobs The best photos from the UCI Gravel World Championships 2024 The best photos from the UCI World Championships mens road race 2024 The best photos from the UCI World Championships womens road race 2024 Il Lombardia 2024: Everything you need to know The GOAT adds another title to her palmarsJasper Jacobs/Belga/AFP via Getty ImagesMarianne Vos has done it again. One of the greatest cyclists to grace the sport claimed another World Championships title this weekend, her first in the gravel discipline.She broke away with road World Champion Lotte Kopecky in the last 50km and the pair built their advantage to over four minutes. It was clear the duo would not be caught and they engaged in a fierce sprint to the line, with Vos taking the victory to claim her 14th World Championship title.Behind, Voss compatriot Lorena Wiebes took the final podium spot, almost four minutes down, with MTB XCO World Champion Puck Pieterse behind.After her victory, Vos said, Its something fairly new but its a World Championship so you try to do your best. It was nice to be in the front with Lotte and you know its going to be hard as well I wasnt confident for the sprint but I also knew it was hard to escape. When I saw I wasnt going to make it, I decided to wait.Tadej Pogaar and Elisa Longo Borghini win at Giro dellEmiliaDario Belingheri/Getty ImagesResplendent in his new rainbow jersey, Tadej Pogaar did the expected and broke away for victory at the 215km Giro dellEmilia in rainy conditions. In a sentence that could be copy and pasted from most of his results this season, the 26-year-old launched a lengthy solo attack that couldnt be matched.It was the first race in which Pogaar could show off the spoils from his road race success at the World Championships. What curse? Tom Pidcock won the fight for best of the rest, with Polti-Kometas Davide Piganzoli finishing third.Dario Belingheri/Getty ImagesIn the womens Giro dellEmilia, Italian national champion Elisa Longo Borghini soloed to victory at her home race after attacking on the San Luca climb. Its her fourth win there with previous victories coming in 2015, 2016 and 2022.Longo Borghinis win came hot on the heels of her announcement that she will move to UAE Team ADQ for 2025 on a three-year contract. It ends her time with Lidl-Trek, where she has been since 2019.See you next week. Related Posts UCI Gravel World Championships 2024 tech gallery: Road, gravel and CX bikes, self-inflating tyres and incredible paintjobs The best photos from the UCI Gravel World Championships 2024 The best photos from the UCI World Championships mens road race 2024 The best photos from the UCI World Championships womens road race 2024 Il Lombardia 2024: Everything you need to know The post Pro Log: Double Dutch delight at Gravel Worlds; Tadej Pogaar wins first race in rainbow jersey appeared first on Cyclist.

Look, theres nothing we havent already covered in the new Ass Savers Bits n Peaces collection created with playful British illustrator Jody Barton. But these colorful little items brightened my rainy day when I spotted them, and they are pretty much all functional products that I actually use on many of my bikes. Plus, one of the greatest things about Ass Savers simple fenders from the OG Ass Saver, to their Mullet, to the most recent Win Wing is that these affordable accessories are an easy way to add a splash of color or originality with something practical for your bikeAss Savers Bits n Peaces artists series fenders & more!(Photos/Ass Savers)Outside of its more competitive corners, cycling is an inherently relaxing activitythe repetitive, circular motion a meandering meditation, a journey towards inner peace.Simple Swedish fender maker Ass Savers describes their Bits n Peaces collaboration with Copenhagen-based artist Jody Barton as a project to celebrate cyclings lighter side. And maybe just spread a little bit of peace and love with some light and colorful art.Whats finer than a snack among the pines or a swim stop in a glassy lake? I like the way an empty road can work itself into a full mind. Theres nothing wrong with a bit of peace. In fact, we could all do with quite a bit more. Any way you like to take ittake this as a peace sign and hopefully find some peace yourself as you pedal on your way. Jody BartonAss Savers Bits n Peaces Pricing, options & links to our previous reviewsThis special Bits n Peaces artist collection includes the following:a 27 Win Wing 2 strap-on gravel bike fender, like I reviewed last autumn, and put on every gravel bike I ride.a 16 Speed Mullet toe-saving fender that straps around your bikes downtube, which I reviewed 6 years ago.a 13 Mudder Mini tiny gravel bike fork fender that I reviewed with that Mullet (and is on all of my own gravel bikes today.)an 11 classic Ass Saver Regular for when you just want to clip a better-than-nothing fender to your saddle railsa 24 soul searchers cotton cycling capa 15 500ml transcendentalist Tacx Shiva water bottlea 15 cotton musette for earthly belongingsTheres also apparently a colorful poster, a zine, a peace-spreading reflector, plus plenty of stickers & decorative tape to help spread the message of inner peace. Were not sure how you get the rest of that, but presumably, it will just come when you order any of these functional goodies directly from Ass Savers online.Ass-Savers.comThe post Ass Savers Seeks Bits of Inner Peace with Colorful Fenders by Artist Jody Barton appeared first on Bikerumor.

CyclistUCI Gravel World Championships 2024 tech gallery: Road, gravel and CX bikes, self-inflating tyres and incredible paintjobsWhile opinions are still split on the UCI Gravel World Championships, its here to stay. This years edition added two big ticks for the CVs of two of the most decorated riders of our time, and as usual it showed off some of the most interesting bike tech in professional cycling.Paris-Roubaix used to be the pinnacle of tech galleries but as road bikes have got more comfortable the choices at the Hell of the North have been standardised and its now disappointingly sponsor-correct. Thats where Gravel Worlds comes in, with a field consisting of riders from several disciplines. Most of the bikes and component choices are a surprise, and some of that old school Paris-Roubaix weirdness still remains. Peep Visma-Lease a Bike riders using an adjustable tyre pressure system.We sent photographer James York into the thick of the action in Belgium this weekend to not only capture the racing find that gallery here but to get a closer look at what the road, gravel, cyclocross and mountain bike riders were using.James YorkIts about time we had some Tour de Tietema on this website. Sadly TDT-Unibet rider Lander Loockxs day was ruined by punctures.James YorkGBs Connor Swift wasnt riding a gravel bike, he actually enlisted Pinarellos Dogma X endurance road bike.James YorkThe bikes official clearance is 35mm, so these 40mm Continental tyres were tight. Thankfully the course wasnt too muddy.James YorkHis shoes were even still white (ish) after his sixth place.James YorkJasper Stuyvens all-black Trek Checkpoint is a stunner. Yes OK colour on frames is good but look at it.James YorkHe had the new SRAM Red AXS XPLR groupset with a single 52t front chainring and a K-Edge chain catcher. Just about every rider was rocking a chain catcher unsurprisingly.James YorkHe had blip shifters on his drops too. For a hometown Worlds, theres no surprise Stuyven went to town on his setup. He ended up fourth.James YorkThere was an interesting mix of choices even from riders with access to the same equipment. Belgiums Tim Merlier, who came eighth, got his choice of Specialized tech as a Soudal-QuickStep rider and went with a Diverge, but without the rear suspension. Hes also one of many riders with prototype Specialized tyres.James YorkMattia de Marchis Basso Palta was one of the blingest bikes on display.James York It has Campagnolos Super Record Wireless road groupset rather than the Ekar gravel-specific groupset. James YorkJames YorkHes also got a pair of the Fulcrum Sharq allroad wheels.James YorkAfter riding the inaugural gravel worlds on a Canyon Ultimate, Mathieu van der Poel went full gravel for his win, with this shiny Canyon Grail.James YorkSemi-slicks for a course with lots of smooth surfaces.James York38mm tyres on the day for MVDP.James YorkYou wouldnt have caught Van der Poel racing with those double-decker bars.James YorkTiesj Benoot was one of a few Visma-Lease a Bike riders using a Gravaa adaptable tyre pressure system. James YorkIt could only help him to 18th.James YorkMainly flagging this one because the frame makes the wheels look massive.James YorkInsert meme of Jack Nicholson nodding. This is Lawrence Naesens bike and its very nice.James YorkLightweight Pfadfinder wheels and new Schwalbe G-One RS tyres hes gone for 45mm. Very bling. James YorkWho could this Colnago G4X belong to?James YorkSurprise. Now that is a proper jersey. Chapeau Simon.James YorkOver in the womens race, Lauren Stephens US champions bike isnt quite as loud as Kristen Faulkners road bike, but its sleek. Great disappearing hands there too.James YorkWith a nice personal touch.James YorkPuck Pieterse was on an all-black Canyon Grail to contract Van der Poels. She came fourth and could quite easily bag a rainbow jersey in four disciplines in her career. James YorkShimano-sponsored riders mainly went for Dura-Ace road groupsets rather than the GRX gravel groupset.James YorkA small bike.James YorkThe GOAT and new World Champions bike. Voss first elite world championships could legally buy alcohol in the UK, and shes still on top.James YorkShe was on Vittorias A Dugast cyclocross tyres.James YorkPerhaps the secret is having race notes upside down? Perhaps that was preparation for her Garmin ending up by her knees.James YorkVoss trade and country teammate, CX world champ Fem van Empel went for her cyclocross bike rather than a gravel bike, she finished back in 52nd.James YorkBritish national champion Annabel Fisher sadly DNFed but the bike is very nice. James YorkShe rides for the Classified-Ridley team so has the Classified Powershift hub.James YorkDanni Shrosbree was another British DNF with a lovely bike that includes Hunts new wheels.James YorkItalys multi-discipline star Silvia Persico rides for UAE Team ADQ so had a nice blue Colnago with Enve wheels and some very high aero socks.James YorkLidl-Treks Shirin van Anrooij had the same setup as Jasper Stuyven. James YorkPetition for this to be EFs new team colours. Alison Jackson came in 37th alongside Tiffany Cromwell.James YorkCyclist tech editor Sam Challiss favourite bike award goes too Rosa Klser. James YorkThe 2024 Unbound Gravel winner had a sensational looking Rose bike with gold details.James YorkAn extra 200km in this one may have helped, she finished 21st.James YorkSneaky bit of extra chunk in those handlebars.James YorkShe was running 45mm tyres. Stay tuned for more Rosa Klser content coming to this website soon, she has a great story.James YorkLast here but second in reality, its Lotte Kopeckys S-Works Crux.James YorkFresh from her incredible road world title last week, Kopecky couldnt outsprint Vos at the end but shell win this one year. Specialized can cover the label of its prototype tyres but when they say Pathfinder on them, its pretty obvious what they are. 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With just two events left of the2024 UCI World Tour, cycling fans have treated to some of the sport's mostmemorable races this year. From the Tour de France to the Giro dItalia,cycling's biggest stages are set in Europe, where the sport thrives. Yet, with35 events making up the World Tour calen...

Dublin City Council has said that it plans to build a 650 metre section of the interim Sandyford Clonskeagh to Charlemont Street Scheme through Ranelagh village.The National Transport Authority rejected the previous longer interim plan based on concerns about value for money.On the city councils webpage for the project, the council has a notice as follows: The Active Travel Programme Office is pleased to announce that construction on theRanelagh Rd / Ranelagh interim scheme (from Manders Terrace to Woodstock Gardens) will start at Q4 2024.Manders Terrace is just north of the Luas overbridge in Ranelagh and Woodstock Gardens is just south of the village centre at Sandford Park School.On the subpage for the interim project, the council said: The permanent Sandyford Clonskeagh to Charlemont Street Pedestrian and Cyclist Improvement Scheme will take some time to plan and design and therefore, it is proposed to design and implement interim measures along the 650m of the Village section of the scheme from Woodstock Gardens to the Ranelagh Luas Bridge.It said that the interim measures will improve accessibility and provide a safer environment for cycling. The council claims that The new facilities will cater for all ages and abilities, to meet existing and future demand but the design includes buses pulling in across cycle lanes to reach the kerb, parking inside the cycle lane at one location and narrow cycle lanes on sections.On the permanent project the council said in a report to councillors that: The permanent scheme will deliver 3.1km of walking and cycling facilities, along Charlemont St., Ranelagh Road, Ranelagh, Sandford Road and Clonskeagh Road. A non-statutory public consultation was held in Q1 2023.A total of 675 submissions were received via the online consultation hub by the closing date. Other submissions were made via email and at the Public Information Event on 7th February. A Public Consultation Report has been completed and will be published on the DCC website in Q4 2024, the report said.It added: Detailed design is now underway on the permanent scheme on the section from Woodstock Gardens on Sandford Road to the City Council boundary at River Dodder on Clonskeagh Road. Engagement with local interests will continue regarding accommodation for commercial vehicle loading on the scheme.

Next to his world titles from road and cyclocross, Mathieu van der Poel now has gravel rainbow jersey as well. And while the Alpecin-Deceuninck star was carrying the Dutch flag up high, the second finisher in Orange jersey was surprise Rick Ottema in 14th, third if we excluded the road pros. The 32-...

Continuing to build on the foundations laid out by its development team,Soudal - Quick-Step is ready to promote the 20-year-old Andrea Raccagni who convinced the team that he's ready to move up a level over the past two years. The Italian U23 time trial champion will wear theSoudal - Quick-Step je...