La Vuelta a España is renowned for its challenging routes, often featuring numerous gruelling climbs. The 2024 edition has continued this tradition with nine summit finishes, including both iconic ascents like Lagos de Covadonga and newer, daunting climbs such as El Purche and Cuitu Negru.…
Professional cyclists consume a lot of calories to fuel their big efforts during stage races like La Vuelta. It can be tempting as an amateur to try and copy what they do in order to ride faster for longer. Let’s take a look at how…
Naturally, safety has always been crucial in professional cycling — given the sport’s inherent risks and the high speeds at which races are contested. Over the years, various measures have been used to protect riders and other race participants, including improvements in race equipment, stricter…
The final Grand Tour of the season, La Vuelta a España, is finally here so it’s naturally the talk of the town of the wider cycling community – including our podcast host Matt Stephens. Matt welcomed none other than Alberto Contador in his virtual studio…
