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Pogačar and van der Poel Chase History – and Each Other – in Paris-Roubaix
After the parade of best one-day riders in last Sunday’s Tour of Flanders, headed by the best of them, Tadej Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates–XRG), you might expect something similar in next Sunday’s Paris-Roubaix. But don’t. Paris-Roubaix has thrown up more unexpected winners than any other…
Fitting Pro Training into Everyday Life: Follow Ewa Zwolska As She Preps for the L’Étape Poland
The Unseen Stage follows four amateur riders, the Challengers, as they prepare for four different L’Étape editions, balancing structured training with everyday life – jobs, responsibilities, and family commitments. It’s a glimpse into the part of cycling most riders know well: the unseen hours of…
How Do Garmin, Apple Watch, Oura Ring, and Whoop Compare in Sleep Tracking?
With so many wearables on the market claiming to track sleep, which one actually delivers the most accurate results? A new study, conducted by The Quantified Scientist in collaboration with the University of Salzburg, put 15 wearables to the test in a sleep lab. The…
The New Balance of Power in Women’s Cycling
There was a moment, not so long ago, when the outcome of a pro women’s road race felt basically pre-determined. Regardless of how the race started, if you were an active fan, you already knew how it would likely end. The elastic would snap, the…
The Classics Specialists Women’s Edition: Built for Cobbles
The spring classics are well underway, and we are starting to see who nailed the off-season. In the women’s program, Demi Vollering is in number one, having set the tone with a series of authoritative performances. UAE Team ADQ has also emerged as super consistent,…
Why April Is the Most Dangerous Month for Overtraining
April doesn’t look dangerous on paper. The season is just getting into full swing. The biggest peaks are still ahead. But talk to coaches, scroll through Strava, or listen closely in any group ride, and a pattern emerges: April is where a lot of cyclists…
Tile Hunting: How to Get Started
Are you tired of riding the same routes or struggling to find inspiration for your long rides? Tile hunting is what you need. It transforms cycling into a global game of exploration. Let’s take a closer look at how it works and how you can…
“I have dreamt of that moment so many times last night”: Vollering Wins Tour of Flanders
After several near-misses, Demi Vollering finally has her win at the Tour of Flanders Women and it came in the most Flanders way possible. One move, on the Oude Kwaremont, and no one could follow.
Evenepoel’s Late Entry Turns Tour of Flanders Into a Four-King Circus
Remco Evenepoel isn’t your typical professional cyclist and his Red Bull–BORA–hansgrohe apparently isn’t your typical professional cycling team. Most riders and teams announce their racing schedules at the beginning of the season, both as a courtesy to sport journalists, fans and other teams. And without…
Ganna Chases Down van Aert to Win Thrilling Dwars door Vlaanderen
Filippo Ganna (INEOS Grenadiers) overcame two bike changes and broke the hearts of Wout van Aert (Visma–Lease a Bike) and all Belgian racing fans by winning Wednesday’s Dwars door Vlaanderen. Van Aert had been at the front of the race for nearly 40km, and had…
Pink Noise vs. Ear Plugs: Which Is Better for Sleep?
For cyclists, sleep is as crucial as training. Trying to block out distracting sounds helps many to drift off easier. New research compares two popular alternatives pink noise and earplugs. Let’s take a closer look which come out on top.
Shared Bikes: What Would Make Bike Sharing Even Better?
Shared bikes have already changed how I move through Prague, but there’s still so much untapped potential. The system works well in the wider city centre for people who are confident on bikes, but it could be transformative if a few key things improved. Here’s…