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Igor Arrieta was in disbelief after claiming his first Grand Tour victory in dramatic fashion at the Giro d'Italia. The UAE Team Emirates-XRG rider crashed with over 14 kilometers to go, rejoinedAfonso Eullio at the front, overshot a corner in the final two kilometers before an inspirational comeb...

Fizik has updated its Ergolace off-road shoe with lower weight, a grippier outsole and an updated shape. According to Fizik senior marketing manager, George Huzford: Ergolace has always been the shoe people reach for when the ride might not have a fixed agenda, when theres a bit more curiosity in the plan. There are flat sole and cleat-compatible versions of the Ergolace 2, which use different sole units, developed by Vibram specifically for the new shoes. The midsole lugs are shallower than those in the heel and toe. These have separate walking grip and pedal contact areas, with shorter lugs in the midsole for improved pedal contact, and more aggressive heel and toe lugs. Fizik says that rather than the usual faster and stiffer claim, the new Ergolace 2 shoe is designed for longer distances and durations. It rates the clipped-in version, which incorporates a nylon shank, at stiffness 5 and the flat-soled shoe at stiffness 2. Gore-Tex Invisible Fit membrane option Fizik says the Gore-Tex version is the first cycling shoe to incorporate an Invisible Fit membrane. The Ergolace 2s upper is made from breathable ripstop nylon, which Fizik says is low in weight and quick-drying. There are non-waterproof and waterproof versions of both the flat and cleat-compatible shoes. The waterproof shoes include a Gore-Tex Invisible Fit membrane that Fizik says is being used for the first time outside running and hiking shoes. The shoe incorporates PU-laminated sections to avoid damage in high-wear areas. It has a tongue-less construction, as is also used in the latest Ferox 2 off-road race shoe. Fizik says this helps avoid pressure hotspots over the top of the foot, while providing breathability and a lighter, more flexible feel. The shoe, as its name suggests, uses an Ergolace closure, which is asymmetric, to help keep the laces out of the chainrings. The tightening cord has a Speedlace toggle that, unlike a conventional tied lace, enables the shoe to be tightened and loosened while riding. New wider forefoot area The broader forefoot is designed to enable your toes to spread more naturally. Fizik is moving progressively to a wider forefoot shape for its shoes, including the Ergolace 2 and the recently launched Lyra road shoe and Ferox 2 off-road race shoe. It claims this gives the foot more room to move naturally under load and improves comfort both on the bike and off it. Fiziks brand director, Alex Locatelli, says: With Ergolace 2, we focused on making a shoe that feels better the longer you use it. That meant rethinking the shape to give the foot more space, simplifying the upper to remove anything unnecessary and keep weight as low as possible. Fizik Ergolace 2 sizes, weights and prices Fizik builds in extra protection in high-wear areas. The new Fizik Ergolace 2 is available in sizes from 36 to 48, with half sizes from 37 to 47. Without a Gore-Tex membrane, Fizik quotes a 352g weight per shoe for the flat-soled shoe and 406g for the cleat-compatible version in an unspecified size. With a Gore-Tex membrane, the flat-soled shoe has a 370g claimed weight per shoe and the cleat-compatible shoe 424g. The non-membrane shoe is available in three colours and priced at 149.99 / $149.99 / 149 for both the flat-sole and cleat-compatible versions. With the Gore-Tex membrane, there are two colours and the shoes are priced at 189.99 / $189.99 / 189.

The 2026 Giro dItalia classifications will evolve day by day across three weeks of racing between 8 May and 31 May, from the Grande Partenza in Bulgaria all the way to the final stage in Rome. Every summit finish, sprint stage, breakaway, and time trial has the potential to reshape the fight for th...

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AfonsoEullio rode his way into the lead of the Giro d'Italia in a remarkable breakaway bid, gaining several minutes on the peloton while coming within meters of a stage win on Wednesday.The 24-year-old was pipped to the line in the final 100 meters of an attritional day of racing as riders battle...

Hutchinson has been making a wide range of tires for all types of riding and riders for many years. Now, the French tire brand has its sights set on entry-level road cyclists with the super affordable new GP Explorer. Hutchinson claims the GP Explorer sets a new benchmark for entry-level road performance, and it was designed to make high-quality performance accessible to every cyclist, regardless of their budget or experience level.According to the brand, the new GP Explorer draws inspiration from the iconic Hutchinson GP1 a benchmark road tire of the 1980s and has been adapted to meet the performance demands of todays cyclists. They say it stands out for its balanced combination of performance, durability, and road-holding, thanks to features and construction that set it apart from entry-level competitors.One of the most notable features of the GP Explorer is the dual-tread compound, a step up from the single compound used in many tires at this price point. Hutchinson says this allows them to balance rolling efficiency and dependable cornering grip, akin to what you might find on more expensive tires.Along with that, the brand states that they designed the GP Explorer with an expanded tread area intended to maximize contact with the road surface to enhance cornering stability and traction. All of the variants and sizes of the GP Explorer are clinchers designed to be used with a tube, which is expected at this price point.The Folding bead version is available with black or tan sidewalls.The new GP Explorer is available in two versions intended to suit different needs and preferences, and they are VERY affordable (see below). Claimed weights range from 230g to 310g, depending on the size.Folding Bead: 14.99 / 14.99: featuring a 66 TPI casing for a more supple, performance-oriented ride. Available with black or tan sidewalls in 26, 28, 30, and 32mm widths.Wire Bead: 24.99 / 23.99: built around a 33 TPI casing, prioritising durability and value. Available in black only, in 26 and 28 mm widthsHead to the Hutchinson website to learn more or find a dealer near you.cycling.hutchinson.comThe post Hutchinson Aims to Set the Entry-Level Benchmark with New GP Explorer Road Tires appeared first on Bikerumor.

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Stage 5 of the Giro d'Italia has been one of the most chaotic days in recent history. The rainy weather saw plenty chaos at the start of the stage and Giulio Ciccone has lost the race lead. Igor Arrieta took the stage win after a crash and a wrong turn in the final 15 kilometers; beating Afonso Eul...

The Giro dItalia has long built its reputation on attrition as much as spectacle. Across three weeks of racing between 8 May and 31 May, crashes, illness, exhaustion, and withdrawals can completely reshape the race, whether in chaotic bunch sprints, freezing mountain conditions or the brutal final...