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Dean Harvey (Trinity Racing) is back in the national champions kit after winning the U23 gold medal in the mens road race at the National Road Championships in Athea, Co Limerick, on Sunday. The 21-year-old finished 4th in the combined elite-U23 mens race, the second time in his career he has taken that position. That []The post Dean Harvey takes U23 gold but left to rue late move with Eddie Dunbar appeared first on Sticky Bottle.

John Degenkolb is celebrating a special anniversary this week. The dsm-firmenich PostNL veteran is taking part in the Tour de France for the tenth time - and is hoping for a victory. After all, there are stages that could - at least on paper - suit him.The 35-year-old German rode his first Tour all...

Ben Healy has been named on the EF-Education-EasyPost team for the Tour de France, which will be the Irish riders debut appearance in the worlds biggest bike race. Though the former Irish champion, and recent Tour of Slovenia (2.Pro) stage winner, had already been spoken of as a very likely Tour starter, confirmation he will []The post Ben Healy named for Tour de France debut with EF Education-EasyPost appeared first on Sticky Bottle.

Once again, Bauke Mollema won't add to his 12 Tour de France participations, as ambitious Lidl-Trek heads for Grand Dpart without the Dutch all-rounder, aiming for success with their sprinter Mads Pedersen.This is the second year in a row for the now 37-year-old Mollema that he wasn't selected for...

Residential areas around Dublins Dorset Street have a population density of up to and over 10,000 people per square km in other words, there are fewer people living in many Irish towns than in just one square km around this central Dublin street. But An Bord Pleanla has ruled against its own inspector, who wanted the BusConnects plans to be adjusted to account for the national standard on pedestrian priority in high-density areas.In practical terms, it means that if youre walking along the south side of the North Circular Road or the north side of Gardner Street, youll have to cross three sets of pedestrian crossings to continue on the same side of the same street.Dorset Street is part of the Swords to City Centre route, one of the 12 Core Bus Corridor Schemes, which are part of BusConnects infrastructure element.The Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets has been national design guidance for streets in urban areas since 2013 but has been The manual outlines how Junction design is largely determined by volumes of traffic the design of junctions has traditionally prioritised motor vehicle movement. Designers must take a more balanced approach to junction design in order to meet the objectives of Smarter Travel (2009) and this Manual. In general, designers should Provide crossings on all arms of a junction.In his list of suggested conditions, planning inspector Liam Bowe, lists Number 4 as follows: Prior to commencement of development, the developer shall agree in writing with Dublin City Council the design and layout of additional pedestrian crossing facilities on Dorset Street following a Street Design Audit of this section of the route carried out in accordance with DMURS Advice Note 4.He said the reason for this was In the interest of pedestrian safety and connectivity.The Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets also notes: Safety concerns regarding pedestrian crossings should also be viewed in the context of pedestrian behaviour. Research has found that pedestrians are less likely to comply with the detour/delay created by staggered crossings, leading to unsafe crossing behaviour. It will generally be more desirable, from a safety point of view, to provide a direct single phase crossing.The suggestion condition from the planning inspector was flexible in that it would allow for the National Transport Authoritys BusConnects team to reach an argument with Dublin City Council about the number of crossings.It references DMURS Advice Note 4, which is a note about Quality Audits this is not directly about junctions but about evaluating any design including junctions.The An Bord Pleanla order, signed by board member Tom Rabbette, states: In deciding not to apply the Inspectors recommended Condition Number 4 (as per the Inspectors Report dated the 19th day of March 2024), the Board considered that additional pedestrian crossing facilities on Dorset Street were unwarranted given the number of such crossings proposed in the scheme in this area.It added: The Board considered that the proposed scheme provided for sufficient pedestrian connectivity across the street, furthermore, the Board did not consider that the proposed development posed an unacceptable risk to pedestrian safety. The Board was satisfied that the recommended Condition Number 4 was not required for the purposes of mitigation of any environmental impacts.

It seems that Soudal - Quick-Step has secured its third incoming transfer of 2025 after the Frenchman Valentin Paret-Peintre and the Dutchman Pascal Eenkhoorn. According to HLN, Dries Van Gestel is on his way to the Belgian WorldTour team.The rider himself denies that he has already signed, but that...

Wilier has launched its new Verticale SLR lightweight race bike, superseding the 0 SLR in its line-up ahead of the 2024 Tour de France.The bike is claimed to be almost 10% lighter than the outgoing 0 SLR, thanks to a new carbon layup, with an improved stiffness-to-weight ratio and overall ride quality.The Verticale SLR also sports a new integrated handlebar, a tweaked geometry (compared to the 0 SLR) and a series of smaller features designed to shed weight and improve reliability.The new bike is set to be ridden in the high mountains at the 2024 Tour de France by the Groupama FDJ and Astana Qazaqstan WorldTour teams.There are seven complete builds, starting out at 9,000 ($12,100 / 9,900) with a Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8100 groupset, rising to $15,700 (13,400) for a Campagnolo Super Record Wireless build (not available in the UK).You can read Ashley Quinlan's review of the new Verticale SLR here.Remodelled carbon frameThe Verticale SLR's frame uses a combination of Toray T800, T1100 and M46JB carbon fibre. - WilierWilier says that while the 0 SLR was used as its starting point for development, a number of changes have been made to improve its take on the ultra-light race bike formula.The frame is said to use a mix of Toray T800, T1100 and M46JB carbon fibre, laid up in specific (although undisclosed) locations.The brand says the T800 and T1100 materials are used for their high tensile strength, while M46JB is considered high-modulus and exhibits superior torsional stiffness.The new bike is said to be nearly 10 per cent lighter than the 0 SLR. - WilierEach frame is claimed to be made using 400 cut pieces of carbon, laid up with special epoxy resins for curing, using a process it calls Active Moulding.Wilier says this process involves the use of foam polymer moulds, which are said to adapt to the materials during the curing process, enabling it to cut excess weight.A Verticale SLR frame is said to weigh 648g in a size M. An equivalent 0 SLR frame weighed 766.5g, according to the brand.Wilier claims both deliver the same level of stiffness, equating to an improved stiffness-to-weight ratio.Wilier wants to reach a wider range of riders with the Verticale SLR. - WilierThe Italian brand also says it has worked on making the Verticale SLR more suitable for more riders.A new moveable front derailleur mount can be fixed into two positions and is said to enable the use of oversized chainrings (up to a 56-tooth outer chainring), while the rear dropouts are claimed to have been redesigned for greater reliability.The housing shape is claimed to reduce the chances of unwanted hanger rotation, while the hanger is designed to protrude inboard of the dropout for extra clearance between the chain and chainstay.Groupama FDJ and Astana Qazaqstan riders will be aboard the new bike in the Tour de France. - WilierThe proprietary seatpost is also available in two versions: zero and 15-degree setback, and includes a mounting point for a rear light or race number bracket. This is fastened by a new integrated seatpost clamp, said to contribute to the frames low weight, accessible from the underside of the top tube-seat tube junction.Up front, the fork has evolved, with a new 'twisted' brakeside fork leg. This is claimed to enable the carbon used in this area to be better optimised for the braking forces it has to withstand.An asymmetrical layout is present (thicker on the brakeside), but both fork legs also feature Kammtail (truncated aerofoil) profiling, which Wilier claims improves stiffness and brake feel (it makes no claims regarding aerodynamics).There's clearance for 32mm tyres. - WilierWilier also says the tall fork-crown profile improves strength, while tyre clearance is rated for 32mm tyres.The fork has a 1-1/4in steerer tube, which can be used with any of Wiliers existing road-going bars (for example, the Filante and Zero bars) and third-party cockpits with the help of an adaptor.Cut to accommodate 15mm of spacers, the fork weighs a claimed 296g, 24g less than the 0 SLRs fork in the same condition.At the centre, the frame sports a PF86.5 press-fit bottom bracket standard.GeometryThe seat tube angle is 73.5 degrees, while the head tube angle is a pretty slack 72.5 degrees. - WilierWilier says it has evolved the geometry compared to the 0 SLR, but has kept the stack the same.Responding to rider feedback, reach has been shortened on the smallest XS and S frames by a few millimetres, but lengthened on the largest XL and 2XL frames.In a size L (which broadly equates to a nominal size 56cm), the stack measures 559mm, with a 393mm reach. The seat tube angle is 73.5 degrees, while the head tube angle is 72.5 degrees.The latter is generally a little slacker than most race bikes. When paired with the forks 46mm rake, Wilier says the Verticale SLR is designed to offer stable handling characteristics, especially on fast descents. XSSMLXLXXL Seat tube angle (degrees)75.274.57473.57373 Head tube angle (degrees)70.671.57272.57373.5 Chainstay (mm)405407408410412412 Seat tube (mm)450480500520540560 Top tube (mm)509527543559576589 Wheelbase (mm)97498199099910091017 Stack (mm)505523541559577595 Reach (mm)373.5380386.5393400408 Edit Table New integrated V-Bar handlebarThe new 'V-Bar' was developed with input from the Groupama-FDJ team. - WilierThe Verticale SLR sports a new integrated carbon handlebar, called the V-Bar.Wilier says the new handlebars ergonomics were developed in partnership with the Groupama-FDJ pro cycling team, offering a narrower platform at the base of the hoods for more comfortable hand placement when in an aero-tuck position.The progression to the drops features a double-kink profile, proceeding downward before flaring out, then kinking back inwards at the drops.The shape is claimed to enable the shifter hoods to canter inwards by design (supporting riders looking for a more aerodynamic position), with the drops set 30mm further apart from the centre-to-centre measurement at the brake hoods.Wilier also says it increased the volume of the handlebar tops in order to help smooth the entry point of hydraulic brake hoses.At the steerer clamping zone, Wilier says it opted to use alloy inserts for the bolts to screw into, to help with clamping-force distribution on the carbon steerer, as well as being easier to replace when needed.The newly designed bar has a port for a GPS mount. - WilierThere are six sizes available: two measure 370mm centre-to-centre at the brake hoods, with 90 or 100mm stem lengths, and four feature a 390mm width, with 110, 120, 130 and 150mm stem-length options.The bar also features a port for a new out-front computer mount, which fits inside the bar (rather than underneath it), secured in place by two bolts on the underside.Wilier says the 370/100mm variant weighs 310g, complete with hardware that compares to 338.5mm for the 0 SLR handlebar (albeit in an unspecified size).Wilier Verticale SLR availability and pricesPrices start at 9,000 with Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8100. - WilierThe Wilier Verticale SLR is available now, and comes in seven complete builds and a frameset.Prices start at 9,000 ($12,100 / 9,900) for a Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8100-equipped build, rising to $15,700 (13,400) for a Campagnolo Super Record Wireless build.All come specced with Wilier sibling brand Miches Kleos wheelsets and Vittoria Corsa Pro TLR tyres.Importantly, Wilier says riders will have free choice of V-Bar size at point of purchase, while the choice of a zero-setback seatpost is subject to a little upcharge.The Campagnolo build isnt available in the UK.Wilier Verticale SLR specificationsWilier Verticale SLR Campagnolo Super Record WRLPrice: N/A / $15,700 / 13,400Frame: Wilier Verticale SLR, carbonFork: Wilier Verticale SLR, carbonGroupset: Campagnolo Super Record WRLPower meter: NoWheels: Miche Kleos RD 36Tyres: Vittoria Corsa Pro, 700 x 28cSeatpost: Wilier Verticale SLR, carbonHandlebar/stem: Wilier V-Bar, carbonSaddle: Prologo Nago R4 PAS, carbon railsWilier Verticale SLR SRAM Red AXS w/power meterPrice: 12,500 / $15,300 / 13,000Frame: Wilier Verticale SLR, carbonFork: Wilier Verticale SLR, carbonGroupset: SRAM Red AXSPower meter: Yes, SRAM Red AXSWheels: Miche Kleos RD 36Tyres: Vittoria Corsa Pro, 700 x 28cSeatpost: Wilier Verticale SLR, carbonHandlebar/stem: Wilier V-Bar, carbonSaddle: Prologo Nago R4 PAS, carbon railsWilier Verticale SLR Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9200 w/power meterPrice: 12,200 / $15,300 / 13,000Frame: Wilier Verticale SLR, carbonFork: Wilier Verticale SLR, carbonGroupset: Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9200Power meter: Yes, Shimano R9200-P cranksetWheels: Miche Kleos RD 36Tyres: Vittoria Corsa Pro, 700 x 28cSeatpost: Wilier Verticale SLR, carbonHandlebar/stem: Wilier V-Bar, carbonSaddle: Prologo Nago R4 PAS, carbon railsWilier Verticale SLR Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9200Price: 11,000 / $14,500 / 12,200Frame: Wilier Verticale SLR, carbonFork: Wilier Verticale SLR, carbonGroupset: Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9200Power meter: NoWheels: Miche Kleos RD 36Tyres: Vittoria Corsa Pro, 700 x 28cSeatpost: Wilier Verticale SLR, carbonHandlebar/stem: Wilier V-Bar, carbonSaddle: Prologo Nago R4 PAS, carbon railsWilier Verticale SLR SRAM Force AXS w/power meterPrice: 9,700 / $12,600 / 10,400Frame: Wilier Verticale SLR, carbonFork: Wilier Verticale SLR, carbonGroupset: SRAM Force AXSPower meter: Yes, SRAM Force AXSWheels: Miche Kleos 36Tyres: Vittoria Corsa Pro, 700 x 28cSeatpost: Wilier Verticale SLR, carbonHandlebar/stem: Wilier V-Bar, carbonSaddle: Prologo Nago R4 PAS, carbon railsWilier Verticale SLR SRAM Force AXSPrice: 9,200 / $12,100 / 9,900Frame: Wilier Verticale SLR, carbonFork: Wilier Verticale SLR, carbonGroupset: SRAM Force AXSPower meter: NoWheels: Miche Kleos 36Tyres: Vittoria Corsa Pro, 700 x 28cSeatpost: Wilier Verticale SLR, carbonHandlebar/stem: Wilier V-Bar, carbonSaddle: Prologo Nago R4 PAS, carbon railsWilier Verticale SLR Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8100Price: 9,000 / $12,100 / 9,900Frame: Wilier Verticale SLR, carbonFork: Wilier Verticale SLR, carbonGroupset: Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8100Power meter: NoWheels: Miche Kleos 36Tyres: Vittoria Corsa Pro, 700 x 28cSeatpost: Wilier Verticale SLR, carbonHandlebar/stem: Wilier V-Bar, carbonSaddle: Prologo Nago R4 PAS, carbon rails

Neilson Powless is yet to finish a stage race this year, but his team EF Education-EasyPost fully trusts that the 27-year-old is ready to take on the biggest stage race in the world - Tour de France.Even Powless himself is aware that the run-in for Grande Boucle wasn't perfect: "I think this was pro...

Wahoo has launched a new heart-rate monitor, the TRACKR, with a rechargeable battery offering a claimed 100 hours of active battery life.Heart-rate monitors, including Wahoo's existing TICKR, typically use a coin-cell battery which needs to be replaced once expired, but the TRACKR moves to a lithium-ion battery charged via a proprietary port on the rear of the pod.Wahoo says the TRACKR solves long-standing consumer, environmental, performance, and safety pain points associated with HRMs by eradicating the use of coin-cell batteries. Regardless of that, training with a heart-rate monitor remains a cost-effective and relatively simple way to use data to guide your riding, compared to a power meter (even if the latter offers more advanced metrics).The pod itself has an IPX7 waterproof rating, and offers ANT+ and Bluetooth connectivity across multiple devices, including bike computers and the usual array of popular cycling apps with HRM integration, such as Zwift and Strava.Wahoo says the TRACKR uses a new "non-invasive side closure". - Wahoo FitnessWahoo says you can connect up to three Bluetooth devices simultaneously.The pod measures 6.15cm x 3.05cm x 0.95cm and uses a redesigned chest strap with what Wahoo describes as a non-invasive side closure. The claimed weight for the pod and strap is 51g.The Wahoo TRACKR will cost 79.99 / $89.99 / 89.99 / CA$119.99 AU$149.95. Wahoo says it will be accompanied later this year by a newly-branded range of TRACKR accessories and sensors.