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The Final Days of Winter: Finding the Motivation to Ride (When You Really Don’t Want To)

March 6, 2020 at 11:00 am8 min reading

Road cycling

Depending on where you live, March can either mean spring is officially in the air or that another gruelling month of winter is underway – or that you’re dealing with a confusing combination of the two. Regardless, it can be a struggle to find motivation…

Does Grip Strength Matter for Cycling?

March 5, 2020 at 3:37 pm5 min reading

Health & Training

Grip strength is definitely not a common topic in the cycling community. But those of you interested in gravel racing, endurance mountain biking, or epic rides with long descents should pay attention. Let’s take a look at why grip strength is important and how you…

The Craziest Bicycle Races to Think Twice Before You Join

March 4, 2020 at 12:40 pm7 min reading

Socialising and Culture

Most bicycle races are demanding, exhausting or tailored to supermen. Not the case of the races listed below. They are crazy, hilarious, ridiculous, entertaining and, on top of it all, extremely sophisticated. Even if you can travel and join the original events, you might get…

Team Ineos’ Nicolas Portal (40) Dies of a Heart Attack

March 4, 2020 at 11:01 am3 min reading

Road cycling

The sports director passed away suddenly due to a heart attack on Tuesday afternoon at his home in Andorra. The cycling world pays tribute to the inspiration Nicholas Portal was.

Intimate Shaving Controversy: Lessons Learned from the UK National Women’s Cycling Team

March 3, 2020 at 2:02 pm4 min reading

Socialising and Culture

There have been concerns about intimate shaving since the invention of a razor. Shaving of pubic hair seems to help with maintaining better hygiene but also increases the chance of ingrown hairs and infections. Causing invisible damage of the outer layers of the skin, shaving…

Power-to-Weight Ratio – How Is It Calculated

March 3, 2020 at 1:49 pm5 min reading

Health & Training

The power-to-weight ratio is a common cycling term because it’s a great predictor of performance, especially for those riding on steep pitches and long mountain passes. Do you know how is it calculated and what the resulting number means? You will learn how to find…

New Helmet Tech for 2020

March 2, 2020 at 1:31 pm7 min reading

Socialising and Culture

The bike helmet hasn’t changed in a very long time. Today, it is still essentially a plastic-covered foam shell that is fitted snugly to the rider’s head and secured in place by a chin strap and an adjustable ratchet.

Deceuninck–Quick-Step Rule the Opening Weekend and Other Cool News from the World of Cycling

March 2, 2020 at 1:18 pm4 min reading

Road cycling

Another Monday is here and our news from the world of cycling with it! So, what did you miss?

Strategies for Riding as the Only Woman in a Group of Men

February 28, 2020 at 12:58 pm7 min reading

Socialising and Culture

For some women, riding as the only female in a group of men can be very intimidating. A fair reaction—as it may be the only time they find themselves in this kind of setting. The same would be true if the situation was opposite. As…

How to Start a Bike Brand: Asian Bike Market Explained

February 27, 2020 at 1:54 pm7 min reading

Road cycling

There are hundreds of brands around the world producing bikes and components. Most of the production comes from countries like Taiwan, China and Vietnam. Have you ever thought about establishing your own brand based on the products and parts made in Asia? Lukas Prucha, CEO…

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The Final Days of Winter: Finding the Motivation to Ride (When You Really Don’t Want To)

Does Grip Strength Matter for Cycling?

The Craziest Bicycle Races to Think Twice Before You Join

Team Ineos’ Nicolas Portal (40) Dies of a Heart Attack

Intimate Shaving Controversy: Lessons Learned from the UK National Women’s Cycling Team

Power-to-Weight Ratio – How Is It Calculated

New Helmet Tech for 2020

Deceuninck–Quick-Step Rule the Opening Weekend and Other Cool News from the World of Cycling

Strategies for Riding as the Only Woman in a Group of Men

How to Start a Bike Brand: Asian Bike Market Explained

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