The Tour de Suisse is one of the most important stage-races in the year. It is the final big test before the Tour de France and a few of the Tour's stars race in Switzerland; an eight-day race that features plenty mountains, time-trials and a few days for the classics specialists. The race takes pla...

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The latest to join their 3D-printed lineup, the new Fizik Aliante Adaptive is a curved-top or waved profile saddle optimized for endurance cyclists who prefer a planted position on the bike over long distances. It features a wider tail at the back that gradually sloped down to the nose, and longer overall lengths. Fizik calls it a design made for improved stability and more even weight distribution for the longest dropbar rides.Fizik Tempo Aliante Adaptive 3D-printed endurance saddleThe Aliante has long been a favorite of road riders cranking out the miles, and ultra-distance racers, and even gravel & bikepacking riders who sit and spin in the same position, hour-after-hour. Really, for a saddle where riders dont move around much, it seems like the perfect one to benefit from the Adaptive tech.(Photos/Cory Benson)Now with the custom zonal cushioning that only 3D-printing can really deliver, the Fizik Aliante Adaptive can provide increased support stiffness under the sit bones. And at the same time offers softer cushioning in the nose and throughout the rest of the saddle, for more even weight distribution and improved comfort. Whats new?This new Aliante Adaptive is said to feature a flatter surface overall for even better spread of pressure when seated. It uses the same style of carbon fiber-reinforced nylon base as the other Adaptive R1 & R3 saddles, with a narrow pressure relief cutout that you only really see from underneath the saddle.Other than that, its the big shift to the open hexagon-shaped Adaptive 3D-printed padding for the classic curved saddle shape. Created with Digital Light Synthesis stereolithography printing on Carbon Inc machines, the honeycomb structure allows for varied levels of support in each zone of the saddle. Tech SpecsLength: 275mmWidth: 145mm or 150mmHeight at 75mm width: 46mmLength from nose to 75mm width: 137mmShell: carbon fiber-reinforced nylonRails: 7x9mm oval carbon for R1; 7mm Kium hollow ti alloy for R3Weight: 196g (R1 145mm), 201g (R1 150mm), 235g (R3 145mm), 240g (R3 150mm)Fizik Aliante Adaptive Pricing, options & availabilityFizik Aliante Adaptive R1 carbon rail (left) & R3 kium ri rail (right)The newly 3D-printed Fizik Aliante Adaptive saddle is available now in two widths and two spec levels. The R1 Adaptive saddles with carbon reinforced shells and oval carbon rails sell for $300 / 300, with black on black graphics. And the slightly heavier R3 Adaptive saddles that swap in hollow Kium rails sell for $260 / 260, with white logos. Thats the same pricing for the other same spec level Fizik Adaptive saddles.Get them now direct from Fizik online, or through your local bike shop.Fizik.comThe post Fizik Aliante Adaptive Brings 3D-Printed Padding Comfort to Classic Curved Saddle appeared first on Bikerumor.

Over the years, Ive been accused of being a contrarian:I strongly disagree.By the way, did you know Zeppo Marx owned a company that sold a Schwinn with a drone airplane engine bolted to it?Today hed be selling e-bikes.Nevertheless, I suppose I am a contrarian, because as soon as everyone else is doing something I dont want to do it anymore. Consider road cycling. Long ago, there was a time when I thought I was burnt out on road bikes. But thanks to gravel I love them more than ever, and Ive been able to ride them for years now secure in the knowledge that what Im doing is deeply uncool and in no way a thing.But now that weve hit Peak Gravel that seems to be changing. The Desert Hipster website is taking a break from articles like The Weedfoot Shredhog: Why This Boutique Titanium Hardtail Is Different From The 56 Others We Reviewed This Week because theyve discovered thathold onto your handlebar bagpaved roads are smooth:Sandal-and-jorts influencer Ultraromance is turning back into a roadie again:And at this point its only a matter of time before we get a tortured video from Path Less Pedaled about how hes tired of riding at party pace and kinda wants an S-Works Tarmac:Clearly the writing is on the 25mm tire sidewall that road bikes are back, and thats all it takes to send me scampering into the woods on the least road bike-like bike I have:By the way, recently I compared the Platypus and the Jones, even though theyre pretty different bikes, and in a way wondering whether you should get a Platypus and a Jones is kind of like asking your doctor whether you should get a hip replacement or an appendectomy. Regardless, part of the reason I wrote that post was that a person had recently emailed me asking just that (Platypus or Jones, not hip replacement or appendectomy), and he just happened to be coming to New York on business this past weekend, and so I graciously invited him to come by and try both bikes, which he did. So after riding them both, which did he choose? Well, as far as I know he still hasnt made up his mind, and if anything I suspect hes now even more confused. Nevertheless, Im glad to have played a small part in enhancing his indecision.Anyway, the world is kinder and gentler when you leave the New York City limits, or at least it pretends to be. Signs implore you to Share The Road:And even encourage you to squeeze in a quick hump while youre at it:Though its not all sharing and humping, and youve also got to deal with giant mutated geese the size of boathouses:As well as grass so deep the deer sink to their withers in it:I realize there may be alternate explanations for the appearance of both the geese and the deer, but I refuse to entertain them.These days Ive been bypassing the Trails Behind The Mall for a more low-key spot that, while a bit further from my home, does not require riding through a mall, and instead merely requires riding past a much smaller mall, though I suppose its technically a shopping center. While Ive been coming here for quite awhile, I keep finding new sections of trail. You know how it goes: one day youre on a small climb youve ridden a hundred timesthen one day you notice some trail blazes youve been missing all these years:So you turn off the road and its like that dream where you find a new room in your apartment.I was grateful to be on such a sure-footed bicycle:And while its always fun to take the road bike off-road, its also fun not to fall down:I didnt even fall while riding; Id simply remounted after stopping and didnt realize there was a root right in front of me, so as soon as I started pedaling the bike stopped moving and I went down. That sort of thing just doesnt happen on a bike like the Jones, and had I been on it I doubt I would have noticed the root at all.Unlike the Trails Behind The Mall, this is not a spot to which people drive from all over the tri-state area in order to ride, so its a bit more wild. (Or at least as wild as a small park in the suburbs can be.) There are also some fascinating geological features, like these benches that were formed by glaciers many thousands of years ago:Just kidding:I still havent quite figured out this new section, and while my goal was to not have to walk the bike at any point, Im afraid I failed once again:Though once I got to the familiar parts things went more smoothly:From there I headed back home on a ribbon of dirt that seemed made just for me:And I even took in some gravel since its not cool anymore:Heres some gravel ASMR:https://videopress.com/v/eTi6H4Au?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=trueIf the desert hipsters are tired of riding on gravel but still want the vibe they should just ride road bikes but put speakers on the handlebars that play gravel sounds.Problem solved.

CyclistInside the weird and wonderful world of pro cycling merchandiseSports merchandise is a commercial colossus. Logos of sports teams and athletic idols appear far and wide, whether that be branded on childrens bed sheets, official replica kits or logo-wrapped slippers. The industry is only expected to grow in the coming years. The licenced sports merchandise market is expected to grow by around 26% in the next five years according to market studies.Cycling has often lagged in its merchandise range, lacking the same style cult of football and basketball teams. Its rare to see cycling memorabilia stocked at mainstream sports retailers in Europe (at least until Decathlon entered the fray this year) but the teams try their best to capitalise on the fans interest in two-wheeled mania.However, with the best marketing ingenuity available in the cycling world, our beloved pro teams have managed to provide us with cycling merchandise to sport from the cradle to the grave (I mean that in a very literal sense). We dived through the virtual cycling shopping mall to uncover some of the strangest and most adorable cycling goodies available on the market. Related Posts How are the favourites preparing for the Tour de France? Every Tadej Pogaar Grand Tour performance ranked Every mens UCI WorldTour race ranked: From the Tour de France to the Tour Down Under Who actually are the Tour de France team sponsors 2024? All the WorldTour team bikes, tech and kit 2024 Bora-Hansgrohe Puma CA ProBORA-HansgroheIf youre looking for some new, and most likely unique, street shoes, look no further than the Bora-Hansgrohe accented Puma CA Pro. A style harking back to 1980s Euro-mode, the German team claims the shoes combine team spirit and style. I guess the aforementioned combination is highlighted in the aquamarine streak along the side of the shoe. Im glad they chose this aquamarine tone and not the fluorescent yellow of the 2024 Bora kit.Bora-Hansgrohe is not unique in stocking shoes. Jumbo-Visma released special edition pink, yellow and red shoes designed by Dutch atelier Floris van Bommel last year.Make sure to cop the shoes soon, theyre currently on sale on a huge 50% discount and with the Red Bull tsunami about to hit, its best to invest in this team sooner rather than later.Available from Bora-Hansgrohe Shop (59)Ineos Grenadiers coffeeIneos GrenadiersDo you ever wake up in the morning yearning for a cup of Jo(natan Castroviejo)? Well, now you can get your hands on Ineos Grenadiers very own Nespresso-style coffee pods, as supplied by Grand Tour Coffee Co.This blend is ideal to enjoy pre-race like the Ineos Grenadiers or simply to enjoy an espresso. Are the two mutually exclusive? This perhaps suggests that the riders dont like enjoying an espresso.Ineos has leaned into the cross-section between cycling and coffee culture. The British teams online shop also sells in-vogue glass keepcups for hot drinks.Available from Ineos Grenadiers Shop (6)Soudal-QuickStep lunchbox & pencil caseThe Wolfpack ShopSoudal-QuickStep win the award for the best online shop. They spent plenty of time refining their merch selection to include many unforeseen products, including a whole range for baby and childrens accessories (more on that later).First, lets highlight the Wolfpack lunchbox.This classic lunch receptacle comes branded with the Wolfpack mascot. The friendly canine leans back on a bike that looks far from Specializeds S-Works Tarmac. I also wonder whether a wolf version of Patrick Lefevere exists in this mascots world.Part of me really hopes that Julian Alaphilippe gets his mid-race lunch delivered in one of these square plastic boxes, loaded with energy bars, rice cakes and a little Capri Sun.When lunch is over, the Wolfpack lunchbox can be swapped for the Wolfpack pencil case. Ill be honest, its modest. Theres no playful wolf to be found here, just the menacing eye-less icon that appears on most of Soudal-QuickSteps merch. I must add, The Wolfpack Shop also offers a lovely blue wolf-branded backpack. You can do the whole back-to-school shop on the Soudal-QuickStep online store if your child is a Remco Evenepoel superfan.Lunchbox available from The Wolfpack Shop (14.95)Pencil case available from The Wolfpack Shop (14.95)Team SD Worx hi-vis jacketSD Worx ProTime - ShopTeam SD Worx-ProTime dominates the womens wing of the sport, boasting a roster including Tour de France champion Demi Vollering and world champion Lotte Kopecky.What better way to support the Dutch superteam than with a high-vis jacket. You heard me correctly, a high-vis jacket. Its the peoples yellow jersey after all.This would make a little more sense if SD Worx, the company, worked in construction. But no, the company is an HR software firm. Anyway, you cant be missed at a bike race wearing the high-vis jacket of your favourite team. In a sea of fans at a Tour stage finish, this might actually come in handy you might even be able to sneak beyond the barriers.Available from SD Worx-ProTime Webshop (8.95)Pogaar fan flag & calendarTadej Pogaar ShopTadej Pogaars personal online store is a goldmine of goodness. Theres plenty of clothing, shoes and even sunglasses available on that site. I implore you to take a look.That said, Pogis non-wearable merchandise cuts the mustard. In particular, this fan flag caught my attention and thats only in part due to its almost 50 pricetag. The banner comes with an inspirational message inscribed onto it: Never quit trying and never give up. Its no Shakespeare quote, but he never quit trying. Always trust Pogaar to promote his website as well the URL to his site is found on the bottom right-hand corner of this drapeau. Theres also a little bit of flag-ception here as a Slovenian flag in the wind is found within the fan flag. I believe this is what art critics would call maximalist.Now, Pogaar has capitalised on his cult identity and created a calendar for 2024 too. The online listing for the calendar is cryptic, but the same quote appears on the cover alongside a strangely cropped image of the man himself. Seriously, take a look.Im not sure if the culture of nude calendars has crossed the English Channel, but if it has I am surprised we havent heard more about Pogaars calendar. Ill therefore take a punt and guess that it is very PG and family-friendly. Available on Tadej Pogacar Shop (42.50)Cofidis Tote BagCofidisTote bags are the weapons of artsy young adults who refuse to wear backpacks. I am a strong advocate of the tote bag revolution and am glad to see cycling latch onto this cultural phenomenon.Some teams have given it their best shot, but French team Cofidis leads the way with this offering. The bag, which comes in at a claimed weight of 140g, is in the signature canvas beige, adorned with a red bike frame connecting the C and O of the Cofidis name through the wheels. Is it a trompe-lil? Im not quite sure.Regardless, this accessory, which comes in at a respectable 9 on sale right now, is the perfect size for a frozen pizza and bottle of wine from the supermarch. You have been warned!Available from Cofidis Team Shop (9)Jonas Vinegaard ScarfVisma Lease a BikeScarf culture has successfully translated from the football terraces to professional cycling. Some cycling teams offer a team-branded scarf, but Visma-Lease a Bike have a personalised scarf for their starboy, Jonas Vinegegaard.It radiates a slight cult of personality kind of energy and the black and white portrait only adds to the authoritarian aura. Given that the cycling season reaches its peak in summer, a scarf is a strange choice. However, I have yet to see a fan on the side of the road wearing a fabric effigy to Vingegaard wrapped around their neck.I hope we see start to see more aspects of football culture in cycling. I expect Vingegaard-themed tifos on the Col du Galibier this summer and fan-on-fan hooliganism in full swing in Tours de France to come.This scarf comes out to 13.31 in the UK. However, I will send out a warning far and wide. The Visma-Lease a Bike merch shop charges 32.95 for delivery to the UK. Congratulations Visma, you win the prize for the highest delivery fee in the UCI WorldTour. I guess the big salaries of Vingegaard, Van Aert and co. arent going to pay themselves.Available from the Team Visma Lease a Bike Shop (13.31)Decathlon AG2R DogDECATHLON AG2R LA MONDIALERaces are gatekeeping cycling-themed childrens merchandise. Personally, I loved my Liverpool FC-branded alarm clock and wish I never threw it out. Why does all the soft-toy budget go on the Tour de France lion?Thankfully, Decathlon-AG2R are profiting from the childhood fans of the sport with its cuddly toy range, including this wonderful dog. I christen you Aurlien le Chien after the teams Giro 2023 stage winner Aurlien Paret-Peintre.Aurlien le Chien comes equipped with an adorable mini Dcathlon-AG2R jersey and the most mischievous little smile. For just 25, you can take him home. I imagine thats cheaper than a real dog, and Aurlien le Chien wont require long walks either.Dont worry, if you are afraid of dogs, there is a bear version. However, I will go ahead and declare that the dog is far cuter.Available from Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale Shop (25)Soudal-Quickstep baby rangeThe Wolfpack ShopFor those initiated into the cycling cult from a foetal age, the Soudal-Quickstep Wolfpack Shop has you sorted. In fact, the Belgian team is one of only two teams (emphasis on team, Primo Rogli stocks baby clothes on his online store) on both mens and womens UCI WorldTour level to provide baby clothing. Somehow, I am not surprised.Lets begin by checking out the Wolfpack baby bib. This looks like a pretty simple baby bib, but with the classic wolf-icon logo slap bang in the middle of it. Eating like a wolf has never been more adorable, the product listing claims. Ill be the judge of that.To match, theres a baby tunic (Ill be honest, I have no idea what these are called I am just a childless man in my early 20s). I wonder if these stretch out to become a skinsuit on time-trial day.Baby bib available from The Wolfpack Shop (14.95)Baby body available from The Wolfpack Shop (24.95) Related Posts How are the favourites preparing for the Tour de France? Every Tadej Pogaar Grand Tour performance ranked Every mens UCI WorldTour race ranked: From the Tour de France to the Tour Down Under Who actually are the Tour de France team sponsors 2024? All the WorldTour team bikes, tech and kit 2024 The post Inside the weird and wonderful world of pro cycling merchandise appeared first on Cyclist.

The Baloise Belgium Tour takes place from the 12th to 16th of June and has become one of the most popular preparation races for the Tour de France, specially for the sprinters and classics riders! We preview stage 2.Stage 2 takes place from Merelbeke and Knokke-Heist and is 184 kilometers long. A d...

After nearly six months of day rides and bikepacking trips in Oaxaca, Puebla, and the Eastern US, Logan and Virginia highlight a few standout products and experiences that have delighted them in 2024. Here are a dozen items that have become their summer favorites, including excellent new grips, a pizza oven, a prototype rack, music for the trail, new bags, and moreThe post Editors Dozen: Logan and VAs Favorite Gear of 2024 (Summer) appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

From the 12th to the 16th of June the peloton will tackle the Tour of Slovenia. This is one of the races that in recent years has grown in popularity due to the country's new stars, and serves as a preparation race for the Tour de France for a few riders. We preview stage 2.Stage 2 will be a tricky...

CyclistAll the Tour de France team bikes, tech and kit 2024Despite Jumbo-Vismas Grand Tour dominance, Specialized was the most successful bike brand in 2023, with its sponsorship of four WorldTour teams including the force in womens cycling SD Worx paying off as it clocked up three more stage wins than Canyon, which had a strong Classics year thanks to Mathieu van der Poel.There were a few big changes coming into the season, including Groupama-FDJ and Lapierre splitting for the first time ever and the new Decathlon-AG2R setup bringing Decathlons Van Rysel brand to the top level with a huge amount of success so far.With the 2024 Tour de France approaching, including the inevitable influx of new bikes thatll be launched in the days before the race starts, lets take stock of what the current situation is and whats due an update. Related Posts Inside the weird and wonderful world of pro cycling merchandise All the 2024 WorldTour kits ranked from worst to first All the cycling tech leaked by the pros in 2024 including the new Canyon Aeroad, Pinarello Dogma F and Trek Madone/Emonda Who actually are the Tour de France team sponsors 2024? Mens and womens WorldTour team bikes 2024Alpecin-Deceuninck and Fenix-DeceuninckJames YorkWith Mathieu van der Poel and Jasper Philipsen, Canyon has more than justified its sponsorship of Alpecin-Deceuninck and its womens team Fenix-Deceuninck had a strong Tour de France Femmes in their first WorldTour season. Theres a new Aeroad due imminently.Bike:Canyon Aeroad, UltimateBottle cage:EliteClothing: KalasComputer:WahooGroupset:Shimano Dura-Ace Di2Helmets: AbusShoes: ShimanoSunglasses: OakleyTyres:VittoriaWheels:Shimano Dura-AceArka-B&B HotelsArka-B&B HotelsTheyve switched Samsic for B&B Hotels, but Arka generally has the same-setup as 2023 with Bianchi bikes. The most notable change is switching from Shimano to Vision wheels.Bike:Bianchi Specialissima, Oltre RCClothing: EkoGroupset:Shimano Dura-Ace Di2Handlebars/stem: VisionHelmets: EkoSaddle:Selle ItaliaSunglasses: EkoTyres:Vittoria Corsa ProWheels: VisionAstana QazaqstanIvan Benedetto SprintCyclingAgency via Astana QazaqstanTheyve got Mark Cavendish andtheyve got one of the prettiest bikes in the peloton, it could be a big July for Wilier if Cav breaks the record. The brand looks to be set to bring out a new road bike (spotted being ridden by Groupama-FDJ riders) and has a very fancy new time-trial bike.Bike:Wilier Filante SLR, Zero SLR, TurbineBottle cage:TacxBottom bracket:Ceramic Speed BB86Clothing: BiemmeComputer:GarminGroupset:Shimano Dura-Ace Di2Handlebar tape:PrologoHelmets: LimarPedals:Look Ko Blade carbonPulley:Ceramic Speed OSPWSaddle:Prologo Scratch 2Sunglasses: OakleyTyres:Vittoria Corsa ProWheels:VisionBahrain VictoriousJames YorkBahrain Victoriouss Tour de France special edition white kit from last year has become permanent for 2024, sadly Fred Wright wont be defending his national road race title so take one last look at his special bike.Bike:Merida Reacto Disc Team, Scultura Disc Team, Time Warp TTBottle cage:EliteClothing: AlGroupset:Shimano Dura-Ace Di2Handlebar tape:PrologoHandlebars/stem:FSAHelmet: Rudy ProjectPower meter:Shimano Dura-AceSaddle:Prologo Scratch M5, Scratch M5 CPC, Dimension, Dimension TriSeatpost: FSASunglasses: Rudy ProjectTyres:ContinentalWheels:Vision Metron SL 45 Disc and 60 DiscBora-HansgroheJames YorkBora-Hansgrohe have made with switch from Shimano to SRAM for 2024, which may have something to do with new signing Primo Rogli, theyve also abandoned their lovely Le Col kit for old flame Sportful, which definitely has something to do with Peter Sagans retirement.SRAM recently released a new version of its top tier Red AXS groupset, which its sponsored teams will be using for the foreseeable future.Bike:Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL8, Roubaix, Shiv TT DiscBottle cage:SpecializedClothing: SportfulComputer:Hammerhead Karoo 2Groupset:SRAM Red AXSHandlebar tape: SupacazHandlebars/stem: Roval RapidePedals:Shimano Dura-AcePower meter:QuarqSaddle:S-Works Power with MirrorShoes: SpecializedSunglasses: KooTyres:Specialized TurboWheels:Roval CLX RapideCanyon-SRAM RacingJames YorkThe Canyon-SRAM aesthetics are 10/10 still, as theyll be on the new Aeroad with new SRAM Red. Shiny.Bike:Canyon Aeroad CFR, Canyon Ultimate, Canyon Speedmax TTClothing: CanyonComputer:Hammerhead Karoo 2Groupset:SRAM Red eTap AXS Helmet: GiroPedals: TimePower meter:Quarq Saddle:Ergon Shoes: Canyon?Sunglasses: OakleyTyres:SchwalbeWheels:ZippCofidisJames YorkCofidis are riding these utterly lovely Look bikes in 2024.Bike:LookBottle cage:EliteClothing: MobelComputer:WahooGroupset:Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 with Look cranksHelmet: EkoPedals:LookPower meter: SRMSaddle:Selle ItaliaSunglasses: EkoTyres:MichelinWheels:Corima MCC DX, WS Black DX, WS TT DXDecathlon-AG2RJames YorkSwappingBMC for Decathlons Van Rysel branded bike, Decathlon-AG2R went through some big changes during the off-season. They even ditched Campagnolo for Shimano, leaving the Italians without a WorldTour representative. Its all paid off though as 2024 has been a hugely successful year for the team so far, but will Van Rysel bring something new to its home race? There havent been any hints of it and its not due given how new its all-rounder RCR bike is, but it wouldnt be a surprise.Bike:Van Rysel RCR, XCRClothing: RostiGroupset:Shimano Dura-Ace Di2Handlebars/stem: DedaHandlebar tape:Fizik Helmets: Van Rysel CPR, FCR, XCRPedals:Look Ko Blade Ceramic, Ceramic TiSaddle:FizikSunglasses: Van RyselTyres:Continental Grand-Prix 5000 S TRWheels: Swiss Side Hadron 2 Ultimate 380/500/625DSM-Firmenich-Post NLJames YorkColour and branding are the only new things for DSM etc this year.Bike:Scott Addict RC, Foil RC, PlasmaBottles and bottle cage:EliteClothing: NaliniComputer:WahooGroupset:Shimano Dura-Ace Di2Helmet: Scott Cadence, Centric plusPedals: Shimano Dura-AcePower meter: Shimano Dura-AceSaddle:Syncros Tofino, Savona and BelcarraShoes: ShimanoSunglasses: DriiveTyres:Vittoria CorsaPro, Corsa Control, SpeedWheels:Shimano Dura-Ace C36, C50, C60EF Education-EasyPostJames YorkTheyre undoubtedly the coolest team in the peloton, and officially have the best kit. The new paintjob isnt bad either.Bike:CannondaleSuperSix Evo, System Six, SuperSliceBottle cages: EliteBottles: CannondaleBottom bracket: Shimano BSA threadedClothing: RaphaComputer:Wahoo Groupset:Shimano Dura-Ace Di2with FSA cranksetHandlebar tape:PrologoOnetouch 2 and Onetouch 2 GelHandlebars/stem: Cannondale/Momo DesignHelmet: PocPedals: Wahoo SpeedplayPower meter: NG and NGeco PowerBoxSaddle:PrologoDimensionSunglasses: PocTyres:Vittoria CorsaWheels:Vision Metron SL FDJ-SuezJames YorkWhile the mens Groupama-FDJ team have moved off Lapierre, FDJ-Suez have stuck by the French brand for 2024.Bike:Lapierre Aircode DRS, Xelius SL, Arostorm DRSBottles and bottle cage:EliteClothing: GobikComputer:GarminGroupset:Shimano Dura-Ace Di2Handlebar tape:PrologoHelmet: LazerPedals:Shimano Dura-AceSaddle:PrologoShoes: ShimanoSuglasses: ShimanoTyres:ContinentalWheels:Shimano Dura-AceGroupama-FDJJames YorkIts more obvious than ever that the mens and womens FDJ teams are separate entities, the mens Groupama-FDJ team have split with Lapierre for the first time ever, bringing on these lovely Wilier bikes. Riders have been spotted on a new Wilier road bike, and Stefan Kng has helped the brand develop a fancy new TT bike.Bike:Wilier Filante, Zero, SupersonicaBottle cage:Elite Leggero CarbonClothing: AlComputer:GarminGroupset:Shimano Dura-Ace Di2Handlebar tape:PrologoHelmet: JulboPedals:Shimano Dura-AceSaddle:Prologo ScratchSunglasses: JulboTyres:Continental Competition Pro LTDWheels:Shimano Dura-AceHuman Powered HealthJames YorkHuman Powered Health have made a big switch from Felt to Factor bikes for 2024, and doesnt it look glorious.Bike:Factor Ostro VAM, O2 VAMBottle cage:ArundelClothing: PactimoComputer:WahooGroupset:SRAM Force eTap AXSHandlebar tape:SupacazHandlebars/stem: Black IncHelmet: SmithPedals:Wahoo SpeedplayPower meter: QuarqSaddle:PrologoTyres:GoodyearWheels:Black IncIneos GrenadiersDario Belingheri/Getty ImagesIneos Grenadiers switched their kit from Bioracer to Gobik this year, and theyve been spotted on a new Pinarello Dogma F too.Bike:Pinarello Dogma F, Bolide F TTBottle cage:EliteClothing: GobikComputer:GarminGroupset:Shimano Dura-Ace Di2Handlebar tape:Most UltragripHandlebars/stemHelmet: Kask Elemento, UtopiaPedals:Shimano Dura-AceSaddle:PrologoSunglasses: SunGodTyres:Continental Grand-Prix 5000 S TRWheels:Shimano Dura-AceIntermarch-Circus-WantyAlessandro Volders / @cyclingmedia_agency via Intermarch-WantyWhile their kit isnt to everyones taste, Intermarchs Cube bikes and Newmen wheels look sensational. Bike:Cube Litening Aero C:68X, Litening Air C:68XBottle cage:EliteVico CarbonClothing: VergeComputer: Bryton Rider S800Crankset:RotorGroupset:Shimano Dura-Ace Di2Handlebar tape:PrologoHelmet: UvexPedals:Look Ko Blade Carbon Ceramic TiPower meter: Shimano Dura-AceSaddle:PrologoShoes: GaerneSunglasses: UvexTyres:Continental GP5000 S TR/TT TRWheels:Newmen Advanced SL R.42/R.65 VonoaIsrael-Premier TechFactorIsrael-Premier Tech are Factors premier mens team, and they were spotted on the new Ostro VAM all the way back at the Tour Down Under, so there shouldnt be anything new for the Tour.Bike: Factor Ostro VAM, O2 VAMBottles: EliteClothing: EkoComponents: FSAComputer: GarminGroupset: Shimano Dura-AceHelmet: EkoSaddle: Selle ItaliaSunglasses: EkoTurbo trainer: EliteTyres: ContinentalWheels: Black IncJayco-AlUla and Liv-AlUla-JaycoGreenEdge CyclingGreenEdge CyclingMostly colour changes for the GreenEdge teams with these contenders for the best paintjobs of the season. Liv Racing Xstra merging with the womens team has added some colour and boy has it paid off.Bike:Giant TCR, Propel, Trinity Advanced Pro TT, Liv Langma Advanced Disc SLBottle cage:GiantClothing: AlComputer: GarminGroupset:Shimano Dura-Ace Di2Helmet: GiantPedals: ShimanoSaddle:Giant,Cadex BoostSunlasses: SciconTyres:CadexWheels:Cadex 36, 42, 65, Aero Disc, 4-SpokeLaboral Kutxa-Fundacin EuskadiFundacin EuskadiBasque Continental team Laboral Kutxa-Fundacin Euskadi will be making their first Tour de France Femmes appearance this year.Bikes: Orbea OrcaBottle cages: EliteClothing: ExteondoGroupset: Shimano Dura-AceHelmet: AbusShoes: DMTSunglasses: OakleyTyres: VittoriaWheels: OquoLidl-TrekDario Belingheri/Getty ImagesThe least quiet launch of recent years came in the shape of the new Trek Madone SLR in 2022 with a crazy looking hole in the seatpost, there looks. to be another one on the way but its not yet clear whether its a Madone or an monda. Bike:Trek monda, Madone, Domane, Speed ConceptClothing: SantiniComputer:WahooGroupset:SRAM Red eTap AXSHelmet: TrekPedals:TimePower meter:QuarqSaddle:Bontrager Verse ProShoes: BontragerSunglasses: 100%Tyres:Pirelli P Zero RaceWheels:Bontrager Aeolus RSLLotto-DstnyLotto-DstnyLotto-Dstny controversially switched from Ridley to Orbea this year.Bikes: Orbea OrcaBottles and cages: TacxComponents: FSAComputer: GarminHandlebar tape: Lizard SkinsHelmet: EkoSaddle: Selle ItaliaSocks: DeFeetSunglasses: EkoTurbo trainer: TacxTyres: VittoriaWheels: Oquo/ZippMovistarDario Belingheri/Getty ImagesMovistars mens and womens teams are the same unit, so use the same stuff. That means Canyon, SRAM and Zipp lead the way. Theyre already on the unreleased Aeroad.Bike:Canyon Aeroad CFR, Canyon Ultimate,Speedmax CFR TTBottle cage:EliteClothing: GobikComputer:GarminGroupset:SRAM Red eTap AXSHandlebar tape:Lizard SkinsHelmet: AbusPedals:TimePower meter:QuarqSaddle:Fizik Antares Versus Evo 00Shoes: FizikSunglasses: 100%Tyres:ContinentalWheels:ZippRolandRoland CyclingAfter Israel-Premier Tech pulled out of the team its all change for Swiss team Roland, theyve switched Factor for Pinarello, with FSA and Vision parts, and are wearing Q36.5 kit and Limar helmets.Bike: Pinarello Dogma FBottle cage and bottles:TacxClothing: Q36.5Computer:GarminGroupset:Shimano Dura-Ace, FSA cranksetHandlebars/stem: Roval RapideHelmet: LimarSunglasses: LimarTyres:PirelliWheels:VisionSD Worx-ProtimeSD WorxIt wont come as a surprise that SD Worxs suppliers remain unchanged for 2024.Bike:Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL8, Shiv TTBottle cage:TacxClothing: SpecializedComputer:GarminGroupset:SRAM Red eTap AXSHandlebars/stem: Roval RapideHelmet: SpecializedPedals:TimePower meter:QuarqSaddle:Specialized S-Works PowerShoes: SpecializedSunglasses: RokaTyres:Specialized TurboWheels:Roval Alpinist CLX (Zipp for TT bike)Soudal-QuickStep and AG Insurance-SoudalJames YorkOne of the most predictable in the peloton. Its always going to be Specialized and Shimano here, barring something extraordinary, and Soudal-QuickStep and womens team AG Insurance-Soudal have the same kit now.Bike:Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL8, Roubaix SL8Bottle cage:TacxBottom bracket:CeramicSpeedClothing: CastelliComputer:GarminGroupset:Shimano Dura-Ace Di2Handlebar tape:SupacazHelmet: SpecializedPedals:Shimano Dura-AcePower meter:Shimano Dura-AceSaddle:Specialized S-Works Power with MirrorShoes: SpecializedSunglasses: OakleyTyres:Specialized Turbo CottonWheels:Roval Rapide CLX, Alpinist CLX, CLX 50, CLX 64, 321 DiscsSt. Michel-Mavic-Auber93French Continental team St. Michel-Mavic-Auber93 have a lovely colour scheme, and last years time-trial even led to a biscuit-themed disc wheel.Bike: CannondaleClothing: PoliComponents: FSAGroupset: ShimanoHelmet: EkoPedals: LookSaddle: PrologoSunglasses: EkoTyres: MichelinWheels: MavicTashkent City WomenDario Belingheri/Getty ImagesThis team is a bit of a mystery, as you can tell from the selection of completely different helmets, but here are the consistenciesClothing: AlkaThats it.TotalEnergiesEnveAfter the departure of Peter Sagan, TotalEnergies switched bike sponsor from Specialized to Enve in the brands first road pro bike sponsorship.Bike: Enve, Specialized Shiv for time-trialsClothing: SportfulComputer: GarminGroupset: Shimano Dura-AceHelmet: HJCSaddle: Sella ItaliaSunglasses: 100%Wheels: EnveUAE Team ADQUAE Team ADQs set-up is unchanged for 2024, and why would you want to change it?Bike:Colnago V4RsBottle cage:EliteClothing: PisseiGroupset:Shimano Dura-Ace Di2Handlebar tape:PrologoHelmet: MetSaddle:PrologoSunglasses: SciconTyres:ContinentalWheels:EnveUAE Team EmiratesJames YorkUAE Team Emirates have the same sponsors as UAE Team ADQ with a slightly different paintjob, and expect those Enve wheels to be extra loud this year.Bike:Colnago V4Rs, TT01Bottle cage:EliteClothing: PisseiGroupset:Shimano Dura-Ace Di2Handlebar tape: PrologoHandlebars/stem: EnveHelmet: MetPedals:Look Ko Blade Carbon TiSaddle:PrologoSunglasses: SciconTyres:ContinentalWheels:Enve Uno-XJames YorkThe Norwegian team are unchanged for 2024, and with some big names added to their mens team. Theyve been spotted on a new aero bike in the run up to the Tour.ve Bike:Dare MA-AFO, VSRu, TSRf (TT)Bottles and bottle cages: EliteClothing: BioracerComputer: GarminGroupset:Shimano Dura-Ace Di2Helmet: Sweet ProtectionOSPW:CeramicSpeedSaddle:PrologoShoes: ShimanoSunglasses: Sweet ProtectionTyres:Schwalbe Pro OneWheels:DT SwissExtras: WattShop aero accessories, CeramicSpeed OSPWVisma-Lease a BikeJames YorkDespite the name change, Visma-Lease a Bike are largely the same, theyve even kept the yellow. The most notable change is probably switching from Lazer to Giro helmets. And its weird that theyre Garmin sponsored but use Wahoo Speedplay pedals. Bike:Cervlo R5,S5,Caledonia, P5Bottle cage:TacxClothing: AguComputer:GarminGroupset:SRAM Red eTap AXSHandlebar tape:FizikHelmet: GiroPedals: Wahoo SpeedplayPower meter: QuarqSaddle:FizikShoes: NimblSunglasses: OakleyTyres:VittoriaCorsa ProWheels:ReserveBut what do the names mean? Check out our full breakdown of who the Tour de France team sponsors actually are Related Posts Inside the weird and wonderful world of pro cycling merchandise All the 2024 WorldTour kits ranked from worst to first All the cycling tech leaked by the pros in 2024 including the new Canyon Aeroad, Pinarello Dogma F and Trek Madone/Emonda Who actually are the Tour de France team sponsors 2024? The post All the Tour de France team bikes, tech and kit 2024 appeared first on Cyclist.

The opening stage of the 2024 Baloise Belgium Tour went to Uno-X Mobility'sSoren Waerenskjold as the Norwegian national time-trial champion once again proved his capabilities against the clock. The main talking point of the day however, came when the stage was halted due to a medical emergency.Unde...