Francis Windy

April 15, 2016of

Cycling

cycling: Comment: Why disc brakes deserve a second chance

Comment: It's been the big topic of the last few days. Following an incident at Paris-Roubaix in which Movistar pro Francisco Ventoso allegedly suffered serious injuries from a brake disc, the UCI has banned the new brakes, which were only approved at the beginning of the year, from the peloton. Now, however, it's crucial that the dialogue surrounding the topic... read more

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April 13, 2016of

Cycling

cycling: Deep cut: Francisco Ventoso injured by the brake disc

Cycling: Falls and injuries are (unfortunately) as much a part of Paris-Roubaix as a saddle is of a bicycle. However, the fall and injury of Movistar pro Francisco Ventoso is causing quite a stir: The Spaniard sustained a deep cut to his fibula upon contact with a brake disc, which required surgery. The incident gives the discussion about disc brakes a new lease of life. read more

April 13, 2016of