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Is Rider Substitution a Good Idea for Grand Tour Cycling?
In team sports such as football, baseball, and rugby, and even in tennis team competitions, such as the Davis Cup, injured or ill players can be replaced by other members of the team for the duration of the match or competition. But in cycling, which…
4 Most Surprising Things About Getting into Trail Riding As a Roadie
As a long-time road cyclist, I had no idea how many things would be different on a trail bike. I consider myself decently fit and competent on a road bike, but hitting the trails certainly brought surprises. Some were pleasant, others not so much. Here…
Jorgenson Wins Chaotic Paris-Nice as Vingegaard Crashes
It was a cold, wet, chaotic and thrilling week of racing as Visma–Lease a Bike’s Matteo Jorgenson won Paris-Nice for the second time in a row. But it wasn’t all good news for Visma as Jonas Vingegaard crashed and was forced to abandon.
Juan Ayuso Triumphs at Tirreno-Adriatico: ‘The trophy is the coolest one I have’
Juan Ayuso (UAE Team Emirates XRG) claimed the biggest win of his career at the 2025 Tirreno-Adriatico, securing his second general classification (GC) victory in dominant fashion. The Spanish cyclist took control of the race with a decisive performance on the queen stage and defended…
A Need for Speed: Just How Fast Is The Women’s Peloton?
Women’s professional cycling has been on a rapid trajectory in recent years, both in terms of popularity and sheer speed. Nowhere was this more evident than earlier this year during Stage 2 of the 2025 UAE Tour, where a new record was set with an…
Weather Sows Chaos in Paris-Nice as Almeida Pips Vingegaard on Stage 4
A funny thing happened to the riders on Wednesday’s Stage 4 of this year’s Paris-Nice with about 60 km left to ride on the 163.4 km course from Vichy to the summit finish at La Loge des Gardes: the temperature fell about 10°C in two…
Start E-Bike Commuting This Spring: Ditch the Traffic, Keep Your Dignity
Ah, spring! The birds are chirping, the sun is shining, and the traffic… is still soul-crushing. But what if I told you there was a way to complement your car, reduce congestion, and actually enjoy your morning commute? No, I’m not talking about learning parkour…
How Many Superstars Are There in Cycling?
We live in the Age of Hyperbole, aka Hype. Everything that happens is ‘historic’, ‘unprecedented’, ‘magnificent’, ‘legendary’ or ‘record-breaking’. In sports especially, no superlative goes begging to describe events and players, and every sport, according to commentators at least, is now blessed with dozens of…
Five Stunning Cycling Hotspots for Families, But One Reigns Supreme
Spring break is the ideal time for a family cycling adventure, offering pleasant temperatures, and breathtaking landscapes. Europe is home to several fantastic cycling destinations, but which one is the ultimate winner for families?
Why It’s The Best Time to Get into Trail Riding
I bought my first trail bike after 20 years of road cycling and I can’t believe my luck. I remember mountain biking as a kid, and don’t get me wrong, it was a ton of fun. But I had no idea just how big of…
Pogačar Overcomes Crash and Brave Pidcock to Win Third Strade Bianche
World road race champion Tadej Pogačar overcame a late crash and a brave and daring ride by Tom Pidcock to win his third Strade Bianche, tying him with the retired Swiss rider Fabian Cancellara in that category and adding another tale to his growing legend.
Pogačar and Vingegaard Big Favorites in Strade Bianche and Paris-Nice
After last weekend’s opening of the spring Classics season, things will be heating up this weekend with the Classic Strade Bianche, which will be followed by two important early stage races, Paris-Nice and Tirreno-Adriatico.