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GCN rides the first stage of the 1903 Tour de France

Kevin Curry

Kevin Curry

27 Jul 2019
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GCN rides the first stage of the 1903 Tour de France

The winner of this Tour de France stage in 1903 did the route in 17h 45′ 13″. Awesome video, would’ve enjoyed a little more though, this would make a great short movie.

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Tacx Nēra: $999 Gets You Built-In Motion Without a Rocker Plate

Tacx Nēra: $999 Gets You Built-In Motion Without a Rocker Plate

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Zwift Watt Lock: ERG Mode Without the Workout File

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The $749 Question: Is Talking to Your Bike Computer Worth It?

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Garmin Edge 1060 adds voice control for hands-free hazard reporting, navigation, and data. Here's what matters and who should actually consider the $749 upgrade.

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Your First Gravel Race Is a Logistics Problem, Not a Fitness Test

Your First Gravel Race Is a Logistics Problem, Not a Fitness Test

Your first gravel race won't fail from low FTP. It'll fail from a flat you can't fix or a bonk at mile 40. Here's what actually matters.

By Kevin Curry 16 Oct 2026

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