Road cycling is an exciting sport that requires stamina, determination, and a love for the ride. Regardless of your purposes – training for better health, challenging yourself in local competitions, cycling for pleasure, and sightseeing – a proper training schedule is the key to success. This article explains how to put together a basic road […]

John Thomson’s End of Year Photo Gallery: As the curtain comes down on the 2024 road season, in the northern hemisphere, John Thomson has put together his first ‘End of Year Photo Gallery’. “Chrono, Couture, Cross and Cobbles” covering his trips to France and Belgium for the best shots from the cat-walks and the road-side. […]

In another full EUROTRASH Monday we catch up with the final night of the Lotto ‘Six Days Vlaanderen – Gent’ and cyclocross action from the X²O Badkamers Trofee – Flandriencross in Hamme and the Telenet Superprestige – Aardbeiencross in Merksplas. All with video, reports, results and the rider reactions. TOP STORY: Still bitterness between Tom […]

PEZ reviews the new book “The Extra Mile,” by Simon Mottram and Guy Andrews about the history of cycling clothing brand Rapha. The book marks the 20th anniversary of its founding and as a corporate biography is impressive in its coverage and its honesty. Two decades ago Simon Mottram, a hobby cyclist with professional expertise […]

Ed at the Gent ‘6 Days’: This weekend is the final days of the 2024 ‘Gent 6’ and one of Ed Hood favourite times of the year. We look back to 2022 when Ed got back to Gent after covid ruined everything. The weekend was not all at the velodrome, it was going to be […]

Gear Break: Save 40% Off Cycology Kit, Zwift: Jarvis, the island that changed indoor cycling returns, CORE 20% off sale now live, Nimbl presents Urano, the first performance-oriented shoe dedicated to gravel, 3T releases five new WPNT colors for its bestseller Racemax, now integrale as well and Pinarello and Zwift join forces to unveil limited-edition […]

In this week’s AIRmail newsletter, The Outer Line takes an in-depth look at trending cycling news: TV lessons from baseball, cycling’s top salaries, the UCI outdoes itself again, Pro’s Closet reopens, as other cycling businesses falter, sports owners lean Republican… # Catch up on pro cycling – and its context within the broader world of […]

As ever, a very full EUROTRASH Thursday: Race action from the Telenet Superprestige Jaarmarktcros in Niel with the all important video, reports, results and ‘what the rider’s think’. TOP STORY: Tadej Pogačar looks back on winning the World championships Rider news: Nairo Quintana to race in the WorldTour in 2025 Mathieu van der Poel ran […]

The KASK Nirvana aero helmet is claimed to save Watts and give you lots of ventilation. A classy looking helmet… but at a price. Our man is Spain, Alastair Hamilton has been lucky enough to get his hands on one. Has it lifted his FTP? Are the Watts flying out? Or is the Nirvana just […]

After some precious downtime away from the bike and the physical strain of structured training, most riders come into November fired up and ready to work their hardest.  For many cyclists, November marks the end of the off-season and the beginning of training for the upcoming season, and they’re raring to get back into structured […]

We all know that bicycle-related technology has seen huge changes in the last three decades: clipless pedals, brifters, carbon frames, aero wheels, disc brakes, electronic shifting, tubeless tires, fat tires, gearing ranges and so forth. One area seldom mentioned is one of the most utilitarian: lights. From the dawn of cycling when carbide lamps were […]

As Mark Cavendish bows out of pro cycling with a win in the Tour de France Prudential Singapore Criterium, we also have the video, results, reports and rider quotes from the X²O Badkamers Trofee Rapencross in Lokeren and the MVOI Internationale Cyclo-Cross Rucphen. TOP STORY: Mark Cavendish wins his last professional race Rider news: No […]

The idea that thinking affects performance is nothing new, or, in the words attributed to Henry Ford: “If you think you can, or think you can’t, you’re probably right.” It has been demonstrated time and again that athletes with the ability to focus on their sport, to deal with setbacks with a positive mindset, to […]

Top Men of the Mud: All eyes are on cyclo-cross at the moment, but the cross scene has seen ‘super stars’ before. Many big names from the road have been top men in the mud – Ed Hood takes a look back through cyclo-cross history. Ed Hood wrote this article just before the 2022 World […]

Cycling is not just a sport; it’s a lifestyle that continues to captivate enthusiasts around the world. With the rise of technology, the intersection between cycling and online betting has created new opportunities for fans to engage with the sport. This guide explores how you can navigate this exciting convergence responsibly and effectively. Cycling has […]

Gear Break: Muc-Off Essentials Case takes on the elements, stay warm with Primal tights and outerwear, De Feet toasty toes for outdoor adventure, introducing COROS PACE Pro: Fastest in class tech meets an AMOLED display, Santini Cycling presents Custom Series, the new collection of customizable apparel and THE BEAM introduces CORKY, CORKY URBAN, and CORKY […]

Cafe racer ebikes are stylish and powerful, making them perfect for city streets, but can they handle the demands of long-distance touring? Will the battery last, and how manageable is the added weight? What happens if the battery dies far from charging stations? These are essential considerations when thinking about touring on a cafe racer e-bike.  […]

Electric bikes are everywhere now, making it easy to get around with minimal effort. But if you’re looking to go the distance, a regular e-bike might not be enough. That’s where a long range electric bike steps in, designed for those who want more power and battery life to explore further without worrying about running […]

In this week’s AIRmail newsletter, The Outer Line takes an in-depth look at trending cycling news: “Medicalization” of the peloton, 2025 Giro questions, latest Remco rumors killed, athlete privacy rights, team budget estimates, cycling needs to promote its stars… # Catch up on pro cycling – and its context within the broader world of sports […]

No racing during this week, but don’t worry, we have full EUROTRASH of all the news from the peloton. TOP STORY Italian province of Trentino wants to organise the Super World Championships in 2031 Rider news: Chris Hoy opens up about metastatic prostate cancer Tadej Pogačar sees annual salary increase and buyout fee is 200 […]

Wahoo Fitness unveiled their new, rechargeable TRACKR Heart Rate sensor and strap back in June, PEZman Alastair Hamilton has been putting it through its paces since then. Wahoo describe the TRACKER Heart Rate as: “Where precision meets performance” – Do we agree? Alastair Hamilton – PEZ sez: When I wrote about the Wahoo TRACKR Heart […]

You’ve got the food into your gut in Part 1. In Part Two, we’ll dive deeper to uncover the differences—if any—among these types of foods when it comes to nutrient absorption and how they are used by the muscles during oxidation. Absorption After we eat food and the stomach has done its job, the next […]

Belgian cyclist Lennert van Eetvelt clinched a memorable victory, cementing his status as one of the best young talents in the sport. Here’s a look at Van Eetvelt’s success, plus a couple of other important talking points from the race. Van Eetvelt Seals Impressive Victory in Thrilling Finale Van Eetvelt was the bookmakers’ favourite to […]

Tifosi Moab – $79.95 Get ready to conquer the road with Tifosi Optics’ Moab. Whether you’re tackling a rugged trail, going on your gravel ride or pushing through a bike race, or playing a high-intensity game of baseball or pickleball, Moab delivers advanced technology, comfort, and durability. Frame: Light and durable Grilamid TR-90Lens: Clarion Gold / […]

Another full EUROTRASH Monday: Video, results, reports and rider thoughts from the European Cyclo-Cross Championships in Pontevedra, Spain and the Koppenbergcross in Belgium. RCS denies rumours of problems staging the Giro Grande Partenza in Albania – TOP STORY. Rider news: Rohan Dennis trial postponed again, Remco Evenepoel could double his salary and take Lodewyck with […]