Shimano-supported rider Puck Pieterse won the White Jersey at her first-ever Tour de France Femmes! A monumental achievement, with a tough tour through the Netherlands, Belgium, and all the way to the Alpe d’Huez. Puck’s teammate Pauliena Rooijakkers from team Fenix-Deceuninck secured third place on the podium after a courageous battle to the top!

Congratulations to all the riders and their teams. This year’s Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift was electric, with passionate crowds cheering the riders on at each stage. A special shoutout to all the stage winners—with 4 out of 8 stages won on DURA-ACE R9200.

Although the Tour is over, we’d like to stay in the vibe just a while longer and share some of the WorldTour bike builds and some gorgeous shots from our photographers on the ground: Joris Knapen and Léon van Bon.

Fenix-Deceuninck

As Puck Pieterse came across the Liege finish line, the photo finish kicked off a massive celebration for team Fenix-Deceuninck—riding the Canyon Aeroad CFR. Ultimately, the team came through for a momentous stage win and a day in the Polkadot Jersey. The team has a lot to be happy about this year, achieving a GC podium place for Rooijakkers and the White Jersey for Puck Pieterse.

• Groupset: DURA-ACE R9200 12-speed Disc Brake Di2
• Wheelset: DURA-ACE WH-R9270-YL
• Front chainring: FC-R9200-P
• Cassette: 11-34
• Front rotor: RT-CL900-S (140mm)
• Rear rotor: RT-CL900-SS (140mm)

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The entire team performed sensationally during this Tour de France Femmes. Charlotte Kool won the first two stages in the Netherlands and claimed the green jersey for a solid few days. The fans from home were cheering Charlotte on to her awesome wins! The team is riding a Scott Foil RC HMX Carbon.

• Groupset: DURA-ACE R9200 12-speed Disc Brake Di2
• Wheelset: DURA-ACE WH-R9270-YL
• Front chainring: FC-R9200-P
• Cassette: 11-34
• Front rotor: RT-CL900-S (160mm)
• Rear rotor: RT-CL900-SS (140mm)

FDJ-Suez

Although FDJ-Suez didn’t manage to secure a stage win this year, there is still plenty to be happy about regarding overall performance. The riders showed true grit as they combated the heavy rainfall and delivered some of the finest cycling of their season. FDJ Suez rides the gorgeous La Pierre Xelius SL 3.

• Groupset: DURA-ACE R9200 12-speed Disc Brake Di2 
• Wheelset: DURA-ACE WH-R9270-YL  
• Front chainring: FC-R9200-P 
• Cassette: 11-34 
• Front rotor: RT-CL900-S (160mm) 
• Rear rotor: RT-CL900-SS (140mm)

Liv AlUla Jayco  

Liv AlUla Jayco put in some fantastic work this year, but did not manage to come away with a stage win. Still, in tough conditions, the team worked hard and stayed in the race, showcasing the spirit of the Tour. The Liv AlUla Jayco riders can choose between the Langma Advanced SL and EnviLiv Advanced Pro.

• Groupset: DURA-ACE R9200 12-speed Disc Brake Di2
• Front chainring: FC-R9200-P
• Cassette: 11-34
• Front rotor: RT-CL900-S (160mm) 
• Rear rotor: RT-CL900-SS (140mm)

Shimano Neutral Service at the Tour

Professional cycling is a year-round pursuit. Not just for the athletes. The organization around each race is filled with dedicated people, ensuring each race and stage is well-prepared, safe, and fair. The mechanics and riders of Shimano Neutral Service play a key role in providing fundamental service at more than 560 race days every year.

Few events are as well-publicized and globally popular as the Tour de France. It is the biggest stage in the world. Not just for the athletes. The stellar mechanics from the Neutral Service team deliver a WorldTour-worthy performance each race day, fueled by a fair mix of adrenaline, technical savvy and a sincere love of the sport.

For the love of the sport

The advent of DURA-ACE continues to make its mark on the WorldTour, empowering and supporting talented riders on their way to Finding THEIR Fast on the road. Its innovative design and superior performance inspire us all to push our limits and strive for excellence.

The spirit of cycling is known for its share of drama, dedication, and… derailleurs. Yet, when we think of the cycling world today, we see the smiling faces of riders, mechanics, and fans sharing these life-defining moments. To draw a line from each inspired rider, young and old, to the moment Shozaburo Shimano opened the doors of Shimano Iron Works in Sakai in 1921 is simply extraordinary.