Tour de France Archives

112th Tour de France: A Journey Through the Heart of Northern France

November 30, 2023 at 1:18 pm3 min reading

Road cycling

In a recent press briefing held in Lille, the capital of Nord, details about the 112th Tour de France were unveiled. The 2025 Grand Départ is set to showcase the beauty and strength of the Hauts-de-France region, including the Nord department and the European metropolis…

Mastering the Cobbles – Why Do Cyclists Like It?

November 16, 2023 at 1:03 pm3 min reading

Health & Training

Every time bicycle wheels start turning on cobblestones, they echo with history. Riding on pavé is not just cycling, it’s a rite of passage. Skill, adrenaline, history, and fulfilment are all reasons why cyclists are still drawn to this bumpy, unpredictable terrain. Let’s take a…

2025 Tour de France to Launch from Lille, Featuring Northern France Routes and Potential Cobbled Stages

November 15, 2023 at 9:06 am3 min reading

Road cycling

The 2025 Tour de France is set to commence from Lille in northern France, marking the 112th edition of this prestigious cycling event. The initial stages, comprising the Grand Depart and four subsequent stages, will take place in the Hauts-de-France region. This area spans from…

My Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift 2024 Route Highlights by Matt Stephens

November 3, 2023 at 3:52 pm5 min reading

Road cycling

My first ever trip to Paris to see the ‘grand reveal’ of the routes of the Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift 2024 was a thoroughly enjoyable one. There were a few teasers out there giving us some idea of what…

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Looking at the 2024 Tour with Roglič, Pogačar, Evenepoel and Vingegaard

October 27, 2023 at 5:28 am4 min reading

Road cycling

With the route of the 2024 Tour de France now made public, we had a look into our crystal ball and the potential four-rider showdown involving the winner of the last two Tours, Jonas Vingegaard (Visma–Lease a Bike in 2024), the winner of the 2020…

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Vollering, Vingegaard Win Vélo d’Or for Best Cyclists of 2023

October 25, 2023 at 9:33 pm4 min reading

Road cycling

Apparently, winning the Tour de France counts a lot in the voting for cycling’s top individual award – or does your last name have to begin with a V? In any case, this year’s Tour winners, Demi Vollering and Jonas Vingegaard, were awarded the Vélo…

2024 Tour de France Route: Four Summit Finishes, Two Time Trials and No Paris

October 25, 2023 at 2:43 pm4 min reading

Road cycling

The route of the 2024 Tour de France, which was presented on Wednesday, will have something to please everyone – except for riders and spectators who love to visit Paris. There will be seven pure mountain stages including four summit finishes, lots of hills, two…

Mark Cavendish Sets Sights on 2024, Aiming for Historic Tour de France Victory

October 4, 2023 at 12:52 pm3 min reading

Road cycling

In a surprising twist, renowned sprinter Mark Cavendish has chosen to postpone retirement and is gearing up for a shot at the 2024 Tour de France record. He’ll continue his journey with Astana Qazaqstan, eyeing an unprecedented 35th stage win in the legendary race.

Power Numbers in Grand Tours – Climbing

September 12, 2023 at 12:03 pm3 min reading

Health & Training

The record-breaking power numbers of 2023 aren’t exclusive to the top GC contenders in Grand Tours. We saw amazing performances on iconic Grand Tour climbs from a lot of riders in the peloton. Let’s take a closer look at some amazing climbing numbers.

Power Numbers in Grand Tours – Shocking Time Trial Results

September 5, 2023 at 6:20 pm4 min reading

Road cycling

Jonas Vingegaard surprised everyone, including himself, during the individual time trial of the 2023 Tour de France. The victory margin he was able to achieve and the power-to-weight ratio he maintained are nothing short of spectacular. Let’s take a closer look.