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Pogačar vs. van der Poel: Monumental Match-Up or Is There a Twist in the Tale?
Sunday’s prestigious Monument, the Liège-Bastogne-Liège, is the last of the season’s Ardennes Classics and the oldest of them all as it will be celebrating its 110th birthday this year. So it’s only right that it will pit arguably the two best road racers on the…
A Deep Dive with Alpecin–Deceuninck: The Role of Team Cars at Liège-Bastogne-Liège
The legendary Liège–Bastogne–Liège, also known as La Doyenne, “The Old Lady”, is right around the corner, coming up on April 21, 2024. The oldest of the five Monuments is run in the Ardennes region of Belgium famous for its hilly profile – which means killer…
Niewiadoma and Williams Survive Weather to Win the Brutal Flèche Wallonne
As the saying goes, Everybody talks about the weather, but nobody does anything about it. On the other hand, as Tony Soprano liked to say: “Whaddaya gonna do?”
Pack Like a Pro: How to Bikepack Light Without Compromising on Necessities
Usually, when we go out for a ride, we do it on a whim. You really don’t have to plan that much ahead. All you need is your trusted bike, some water, and food, and knowing the weather conditions, and that’s it. Bikepacking, however, is…
Catalonian Charms: Spring 2024’s Ultimate Family Cycling Experiences
Spring in Catalonia unfolds like a vibrant canvas, inviting families to pedal through its rich mosaic of culture, history, and breathtaking landscapes. This northeastern region of Spain, known for its diverse geography that ranges from the rugged Pyrenees to the serene Mediterranean coast, offers an…
Alpecin–Deceuninck: King of the One-Day Races
This has been a spectacular 2024 so far for Alpecin-Deceuninck: 10 race victories since the young Axel Laurance won stage 2 of the Etoile de Bessèges on February 1. Those victories include Milan–San Remo, the Classic Brugge-De Panne (both by Jasper Philipsen), the E3 Saxo…
Level Up Your Cycling – The Leap from Good to Great Gear
You don’t need to have a bike that costs more than a new car to be a good cyclist. But there are certain upgrades that can really improve your cycling performance. Let’s take a look at our 5 top tips for upgrading your bicycle.
Pidcock Wins Amstel Gold Race as van der Poel Rues Missing Legs
Just when you thought Mathieu van der Poel (Alpecin-Deceunick) had forgotten how to lose – he remembered. At the same time, INEOS Grenadiers and Tom Pidcock finally remembered how to win a big race. The UK team had won only two stages this year and…
“It’s a shame for Lorena, but I’m happy with this victory,” Marianne Vos Clinches Amstel Gold Race
In a thrilling conclusion to the Amstel Gold Race, Marianne Vos of Visma-Lease a Bike emerged victorious, capitalizing on a premature celebration by rival Lorena Wiebes of SD Worx-Protime. The race, which was marked by an early accident causing a temporary halt, saw Vos execute…
Van Aert Will Not Ride in the Giro, Plus UCI Team Rankings
Because of injuries he suffered in the Dwars Door Vlaanderen on March 27, Wout van Aert will not be riding in this year’s Giro d’Italia, the 29-year-old Belgian said in a video statement on the website of his Visma–Lease a Bike team. “I’m really happy…
Martin Jahn: “The Tour de France stands as a testament to the reliability and performance of Škoda vehicles.”
He often finds himself up close to the action, watching the Tour de France from the sidelines, not just out of professional duty but because he’s thoroughly captivated by the atmosphere of the world’s largest cycling event. “It’s unparalleled – much like our partnership with…
The Art of Bikepacking: How to Pack for a Weekend Bikepacking Getaway
Can you think of a better way to spend your weekend than riding your bike the entire time? Yeah, me neither. And since we’ve talked extensively about bikepacking recently and how to prepare for longer journeys, why not give the weekend trips the light of…