There’s something almost mythical about the idea of a 100-mile ride. It’s a milestone, a rite of passage, the distance where you’re no longer just going for a spin but truly going long. Yet when you think about it practically, why would anyone ride that far when you can get plenty of enjoyment from riding even just 50 km?
Most cyclists first learn about maximum heart rate through the classic formula: 220 minus your age. It is simple, memorable and still widely used. Unfortunately, it turns out to be far less accurate than most people assume. Let’s take a look at what you should…
For many cyclists, winter means retreating to the garage, firing up a smart trainer, and grinding through structured intervals on Zwift or Rouvy. Indoor cycling has become its own culture with virtual races, power-ups, and entire training plans that never leave the living room. But…
Training plans promise progress. Joy rides promise freedom. For years I’ve been trying to work out which one should guide my cycling. Over the years I’ve lived in both worlds. Is it possible to balance both at the same time?
Belgian champion Thibau Nys and the seemingly invincible Lucinda Brand (both Baloise Glowi Lions) used contrasting strategies to win Sunday’s opening races of the 2025-26 UCI Cyclocross World Cup season. In below-zero temperatures, Brand used her strength to wear down her rivals on the iconic…
