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From one Vladimir to another, Caisse d’Epargne brought home the win. Going into the final day’s time trial, Vladimir Elmkin held the jersey, but it was Vladimir Karpets who put in the solid ride to vault from third place into the Final jersey.

The Nature Valley Grand Prix favors a certain type of rider — one who is fast to the line, able to cover attacks, and comfortable with slim advantages; this year Ivan Stevic showed he has the right stuff.

Gunn-Rita Dahle-Flesjå and Julien Absalon have long ruled the international cross-country roost. Absalon won at Mont-Ste-Anne, but Dahle-Flesjå was absent — and five women battled to take her place.

North of the Vermont border, among the rolling hills of the Québec countryside, Navigators Insurance had its Day at the 22nd Tour de Beauce.

With European-approved courses and a motivated chamber of commerce, Deer Valley Resort could very well become the next American host for a World Cup. This year Jeremy Horgan-Kobelski and Georgia Gould came out on top in the fifth round of the National Mountain Bike Series held outside of Park City, Utah.

Christophe Moreau tested his Tour de France prowess in three decisive attacks and won two stages on his way to taking his overall victory at the 59th Critérium du Dauphiné Libéré.

The American boss of T-Mobile, Bob Stapleton, might be the most important voice in moving dope-tainted cycling onto a cleaner path. He talks frankly to VeloNews.

The savvy Spanish sprinter looks ahead to more stage wins at the Tour de France — and a record fourth world road championship.

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When Aaron Tuckerman turns pro, Team Rubicon-Orbea’s mission will be fulfilled.

Think of the UCI Europe Tour as the Triple-A league of pro cycling.

Top cross-country racers pack their passports for the UCI World Cup.

Trek unveils its new Madone, and Cannondale goes carbon crazy with the new Super Six.

Ben Jacques-Maynes rode into a breakthrough season on a pair of Pinarellos.

12 tips to beat the clock.

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with Jill Janov

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