Today, PezFans, we honor the rollout of the 2026 Giro d’Italia, Gear Break is a “Giro” Break! Every year fans anxiously await to see how EF Pro Cycling will adorn the team to avoid conflict with the Maglia Rosa, and this year is certainly bold and special. We’ve got a review of nutrition from Tailwind…verdict: […]

Pas Normal Studios Mechanism Collection: I thought Pas Normal Studios would send me their summer Mechanism offerings for 2026, but I’m glad to say they threw in a light weight long sleeve jersey for those ‘nippy’ mornings. Top quality and stylish kit from those design gurus in Copenhagen. Storm clouds on the horizon – No […]

In this pre-Giro cycling news roundup, Decathlon–CMA CGM has confirmed 19-year-old Paul Seixas will ride the Tour de France, sparking debate among cycling insiders. PEZ readers are surely insiders so…Debate! Elsewhere, Lotte Kopecky and Cédrine Kerbaol starred at La Vuelta Feminina, while the 2026 Giro d’Italia’s Bulgaria start is creating major logistical headaches for teams. […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: 2026 Belgian Waffle Ride California Results: Breakthrough Wins in Del Mar Del Mar Hosts Another Epic Edition of BWR California The 2026 Belgian Waffle Ride California once again delivered one of the toughest and most competitive days on the American gravel calendar. Held in Del Mar, the flagship event of […]

Tifosi’s new Moab XC brings a rimless design to its popular shield lineup, delivering just 29 grams of unobstructed vision. Built for cyclists who want maximum field of view without premium pricing, the Moab XC combines lightweight materials, adaptable lenses, and all-day comfort into one of the best-value performance sunglasses available today. The Nitty Gritty […]

Watch live now – The Giro d’Italia 2026 comes to life from Burgas, Bulgaria Watch the official Teams Presentation LIVE, as riders and teams take the stage ahead of the Grande Partenza. Meet the protagonists, feel the excitement and get ready for three unforgettable weeks of the Corsa Rosa. The post Giro D’Italia Team Presenation […]

2026 Giro d’Italia Favourites for the Overall: The Giro d’Italia hasn’t even rolled out of Nessebar and the GC picture has already shifted dramatically. With João Almeida, Mikel Landa and Richard Carapaz all missing, the spotlight falls squarely on Jonas Vingegaard—making his Giro debut as the clear man to beat. But Grand Tours are rarely […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: ASSOS and EF Pro Cycling “Ride In Peace” Cycling Kit Revealed ASSOS of Switzerland and EF Pro Cycling have unveiled the “Ride In Peace” capsule: a limited-edition switch-out kit designed for the 2026 Giro d’Italia. A New Direction for the Giro Kit Tradition Every year, EF Pro Cycling famously departs […]

The Giro d’Italia rolls out with a fresh twist in 2026—new roads, a new start, and a route that rewards patience over panic. Here’s the PEZ Giro d’Italia 2026 Week 1 preview – with stage and route details, plus some classic PEZ sidebars you might not have seen coming. The Giro d’Italia opens in unfamiliar […]

The Breakdown: Bike advocacy is more important than ever Bike advocacy improves safety and infrastructure: Better bike lanes, road design, and traffic policies come directly from cyclist input. Cycling routes boost local economies: Bike tourism generates major spending and supports small communities. Public lands protection keeps routes open: Trails and bicycle touring networks depend on […]

The Cohutta 100 isn’t your typical 100-mile MTB race—it’s a brutal mix of punchy singletrack followed by hours of grinding gravel and over 13,000 feet of climbing. Get your fueling wrong, and the race will expose you fast. After a tough debut, this year was about redemption—refining a detailed nutrition and hydration strategy to not […]

Our journey began in a flurry of barely-contained madness, which is normal for me. In the span of a weekend, I had moved out of my apartment, packed for our bike trip, and finished three lingering work assignments. I ran around the house, shoving things into boxes. By Sunday the car was packed, and we […]

John Thomson’s Second Classic Photo Gallery: Following on from John’s first ‘Photo Gallery’ from the 2026 Classics, our top photographer has sent through his second part of his Belgian/French adventure taking in his look at culture, fashion and… cycling. *** You can see the full archive of John Thomson’s photo galleries HERE. *** John Thomson: […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: A major shift in the indoor cycling landscape has taken place as Zwift has officially acquired ROUVY. The move brings together two established platforms in the virtual cycling training space and signals continued growth in demand for immersive, tech-driven cycling experiences. ROUVY Retains Its Identity and Core Experience Following the […]

In this post-classics, pre-Giro roundup, Tadej Pogačar extended his dominant 2026 spring campaign with overall victory at the Tour de Romandie, while Jonas Vingegaard continues his disciplined buildup toward the Tour de France via the Giro. Elsewhere, Georg Zimmermann sprinted to victory at Eschborn-Frankfurt, Noemi Rüegg won Stage 1 of La Vuelta Femenina, Sebastian Berwick […]

One of the pleasures we enjoy as cycling fans is the anticipation that builds up as the season progresses, from the Tour Down Under to the week long stage races in Spain and France to the Spring Classics and eventually the Grand Tours.  But tucked between the headline-grabbing Monuments are events like the Tour of […]

The Hour of Truth: With Dan Bigham setting a World Hour Record in Grenchen, Switzerland back in 2022. The British rider beat Victor Campenaerts’ record by 400 metres. This got Ed Hood thinking about the evolution of the modern Hour Record and how it got to where it is now. In January we lost our […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: Fifteenth Annual Belgian Waffle Ride California the Hell of the North (County) the Unroad Race ’26 15th Annual “Hell of the North County” Delivers Premier Gravel Racing in Del Mar The Belgian Waffle Ride California returns to Southern California for its 15th edition, continuing its legacy as one of the […]

It’s Mayday at Gear Break. The showers are subsiding, the Mayflowers are coming out, and gravel continues its pivot from relaxed adventure to high-wattage racing. Campagnolo’s Record 13 brings wireless 13-speed tech to the masses, while Felt’s sub-1kg Breed frame and Hutchinson’s Touareg Race tires prove that road-level aero and weight standards are the new […]

When looking for your next great ride, a recommendation from a cycling friend can go a long way. Since we do not all travel in the same circles, we are here to share what we’ve heard from cyclists riding in the Kawartha Lakes, whether that be independently discovering trails and road routes or participating in […]

Their buds are barely visible right now, but by the time the last Saturday of September rolls around, the maples in North Hastings will be turning. The long summer days will have given way to crisp mornings and golden afternoons made for long rides. And the stunning vistas of the Hastings Highlands Hilly Hundred (HHHH) […]

Three Things Every Canadian Cyclist Needs to Know Before Their Next Ride The research on cyclist visibility, sunburn and skin cancer risk will surprise you — especially if you’re over 50! By Wilbur Tarnasky, Inventor of ShadyRider Giveaway – Ontario By Bike has 6 ShadyRider’s to give to readers Enter HERE, before June 11, 2026 […]

Tadej Pogačar is already in command at the 2026 Tour de Romandie after winning Stage 1 ahead of Lenny Martinez and Florian Lipowitz. Elsewhere: reader poll results crown Wout van Aert’s Paris-Roubaix as the spring’s best Classic, women’s cycling prepares to make history on the Alto de L’Angliru, and the Washington D.C. Armed Forces Cycling […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: CBR Carson Criterium #4 Photo Gallery CBR Carson Criterium # 4 continued the popular Southern California series with another competitive day of racing, drawing a strong turnout of elite riders. Known for its fast courses and tactical racing, the CBR series once again delivered exciting action as teams and individuals […]

Here’s a bit of commentary from Mike — perhaps not entirely revelatory for our most pro racing-informed readers, but hopefully cause for consideration of the question on every fan’s mind: Just how seriously should we be taking Paul Seixas’ rise? In 2020, Tadej Pogačar, who had been on no one’s short list to win the […]