Seven day round-up: Factor Vis Vires review, money no object Christmas list and Vote Froome

The best of the last seven days on RCUK

They can be the making of a professional rider’s career, propelling him to a famous victory or earning him a place in a race’s folklore.

A powerful attack on a tough climb, or a stunning show of aggression off the front of the bunch is what cycling fans love to see.

Courage and determination count as much as victory in the eyes of many spectators, and the 2013 UCI WorldTour season had plenty for us to enjoy.