As Tadej Pogacar continues to dominate the cycling world in 2024, the question looms... who can stop the all-conquering Slovenian? Probably the first name that comes to mind is Jonas Vingegaard, the man who defeated Pogacar at successive Tours de France in 2022 and 2023.On the latest episode of The...

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CyclistCyclist Magazine Podcast episode 116: Peter Sagan, highs and lows of a triple World ChampThis week on the Cyclist Magazine Podcast, James and Will are joined by Peter Sagan. When Sagan burst onto the scene in the early 2010s he was heralded as the greatest talent of his generation, and so he proved to be. 121 professional victories later hed notched up three World Championships, seven Tour de France green jerseys, multiple Grand Tour stages and national titles plus a Tour of Flanders and a Paris-Roubaix cobble.Famed for his dry wit, flamboyant riding style and antics on and off the bike from wheelies to running man celebrations Sagan became cyclings poster boy for the better part of his 15 year career. Now retired, Sagan reflects on a life at the top, from the heady highs to the soul-searching lows; explains the importance of team dynamics; gives us his thoughts on todays riders; and opens up about a recently discovered heart condition that could have ended his life and has ended up costing him any further professional racing career.James and Will also discuss the UCI Cycling eSports World Championships, ridden on the MyWhoosh virtual racing platform, for which Sagan is ambassador. The live UCI Cycling eSports final will take place on 26th October in Abu Dhabi and will see 20 competitors in both mens and womens events going head to head over three stages for a 60,000 prize purse. The event will bestreamed live on YouTube here.Interview begins at 16min 36sec.Listen toCyclist Magazine Podcast episode 116 now on AcastCheck outall episodesAlso available wherever you get your podcastsDid you knowCyclistis also stunning monthly print magazine? Subscribe now atstore.cyclist.co.uk/cycpodand get every issue for less than in the shops, delivered straight to your door. Related Posts Cyclist Magazine Podcast episode 115: Ned Boulting on the 2011 Tour de France, and other stories Flashback Friday: When Peter Sagan dominated the World Championships Cyclist Magazine Podcast episode 114: Tadej Pogaar interview How he won the Tour, Vingegaard, losing, winning again, and his work with PlumeStrong Cyclist Magazine Podcast episode 113: Nico Roche on Tadej Pogaar, La Vuelta and being the son of Stephen Roche The post Cyclist Magazine Podcast episode 116: Peter Sagan, highs and lows of a triple World Champ appeared first on Cyclist.

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Jonas Abrahamsen was one of the stars of the 2024 Tour de France. In a breakthrough performance, the 29-year-old Norwegian wore both the polka-dot jersey as King of the Mountains and green jersey and Points Classification leader in the opening week. With his season now over, Abrahamsen reflected on...

Previously only available as a complete build, the innovative MONoPOLE No O1 is now available as a frameset for folks who want to build a cargo hauler to suit their particular needs. With its untraditional shape, belt-drive steering, and Pinion-ready design, it's guaranteed to garner some looks. Check it out here...The post The MONoPOLE No O1 Cargo Frameset is a Head-Turner appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Giant is coming in hot with not one but two new drop-bar e-bikes. Meet the Defy Advanced E+ Elite and the Liv Avail E+ Elite. There is no need for a cleaver naming conversation, as these models are based on the Defy and Avail models. Its more than an e-road bike; its about giving a ride like a traditional road bike without the weight and cumbersome feel of a heavy mid-drive motor.(All photos by: https://www.instagram.com/tomjoyphoto)Defy Advanced E+ Elite and Liv Avail E+ EliteWhat separates the Defy Advanced E+ Elite and the Liv Avail E+ Elite? We cant thoroughly discuss what makes this bike different without discussing the motor. The new SyncDrive Move Plus motor powers both ranges. Giant claims the new motor weighs 1.7kg (3.75 lbs) and is a rear hub-driven design. The motor and rear hub drive system uses Giants e-road exclusive riding pattern.What does that mean? Its a roundabout way of saying, It rides like a traditional road bike. Youll notice the motor lurch and kick in less. If youve ridden an e-bike (road or MTB), you know that feeling when the motor kicks in/off. A slight drop when coasting or a lurch in power when you start from standing still. These are the sensations the SyncDrive Move Plus looks to eliminate.Pedals Like a Real BikeNo matter how advanced these e-bikes get, they always aim to emulate the feel of a traditional road bike. Giant and Liv balance this with the new motor location, which rewards natural pedaling feedback.How fast will it go? Most e-bikes depend on where you live: 28mph MAX in the USA, 20mph MAX in Canada, and 16mph MAX in Europe. What Are the Assist Modes?The new Giant/Liv Defy Advanced E+ Elite and the Liv Avail E+ Elite have five different pedaling modes, plus an auto option. The modes gradually offer more support as the rider toggles through them. All modes are controlled via a control button integrated into the frames top tube or on the shifters, depending on the level. The Ridecontrol app allows rider customization and changes each modes top out and battery consumption.How far can you ride on it?The SyncDrive gets its juice from a Panasonic Energypak 400 with a 400Wh battery run time. The battery integrates into the frames down tube and has a pretty unassuming look compared with others on the market. If youre looking to ride far or explore, riders can also opt for the 200Wh range extender, which will get you around 90 miles, as Giant says.For safety, the EnergyPak 400 arrives covered with an aluminum casing, protecting it against daily use and hazards. It also benefits from temperature monitoring, with individually cased cells to prevent overheating.Frame DetailsThe Defy and Avail framesets use Giants Advanced composite carbon, the same carbon used to create the traditional version of the bike. Other Giant and Liv staples are the D-Fuse seatpost and handlebars, which reduce vibration and weight.The frames will both clear 38mm tires, so riders are clear to explore and ride slightly gravel-curious adventures.Build OptionsThe Defy Advanced E+ Elite and the Liv Avail E+ Elite exclusively use SRAM AXS groupsets. The top-of-the-line Elite 0 models get full SRAM RED AXS with bar blips. The spec cascades down the line. The Elite 2 and Elite AR come with SRAM Force AXS, with the all-road version utilizing a single-ring setup.Defy Advanced E+ Elite and the Liv Avail E+ Elite PricesPricing for the Giant Defy Advanced E+ Elite and the Liv Avail E+ range starts at $6,500 / 5,999 for the AR models and tops out at $11,000 / 9,999 for the Elite AR bikes.Livcycling.com The post Giant Defy Advanced E+ Elite & Liv Avail E+ Elite Go All-In For Rear Drive appeared first on Bikerumor.

It's not hyperbolic to class Peter Sagan as a modern day cycling legend. A record seven Tour de France Green Jerseys, three World Championship titles, 18 Grand Tour stages and a pair of monuments, not many riders have had more success in the peloton than the Slovakian.With his professional career n...

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