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February is traditionally the month that sets the hearts of cycling fans beating that little bit faster. It’s when box-fresh hopes and dreams collide with harsh reality, and happiness and heartbreak are decided by physique and cunning.
Yes, I am of course referring to Valentine’s Day, which this year falls just 11 days before the start of the European road racing season.
The connection between cycling and a day that has become a