PeloPics: The rolling hills of the Belgian Ardennes took on additional toughness during the 72nd edition of Liege-Bastogne-Liege when wind, cold temperatures, and heavy rain fell on the peloton. The 1986 Liège-Bastogne-Liège was a cold hard battle that saw Moreno Argentin take the second of his four wins in ‘La Doyenne’ which included a three-in-a-row […]

Assos Mille GT Summer 2026 Collection: Assos have released their Mille GT range for the 2026 summer and our man in Spain, Alastair Hamilton, has been waiting for some good weather to give the kit a good ride in the sun. Summer is on the way. Blue sky fun Alastair Hamilton PEZ sez: Assos Mille […]

This week in racing – Remco Evenepoel reminded everyone of his one-day pedigree at the Amstel Gold Race, while young American Matthew Riccitello quietly built momentum as a legitimate Grand Tour prospect. Meanwhile, shifting Middle East investment, youth development shakeups, and disruptive tech at the Sea Otter Classic hint at deeper changes coming to the […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: DAY TWO –  2026 LIFE TIME SEA OTTER CLASSIC EPIC GRAVEL RACING AND ENDURO ACTION  After experiencing an electric Day One of the 2026 Lifetime Sea Otter Classic, thousands of cycling fans returned to the Laguna Seca Recreation Area for day two of the Life Time Sea Otter Classic where energy […]

The Mur de Huy isn’t long—but it’s savage. Just 1.3km of tarmac that ramps from “this is manageable” to “why am I doing this?” in a matter of pedal strokes. With gradients averaging around 9–10% and spiking well beyond 20%, it’s the defining climb of La Flèche Wallonne—and one of cycling’s purest tests of power, […]

The off-season isn’t just about logging miles—it’s about rebuilding stronger for the season ahead. But here’s the catch: all the training in the world won’t make you faster if you’re not recovering properly. New research shows that poor recovery—especially sleep, stress, and fatigue—can significantly increase your risk of both injury and illness. For cyclists balancing […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: 2026 San Luis Rey Road Race | SCNCA State Championship in San Diego County On Saturday, Celo Pacific Cycling Club hosted the 2026 San Luis Rey (SLR) Road Race and SCNCA Elite Pro/1/2 and Masters California Road Race State Championships. The 2026 San Luis Rey (SLR) Road Race was held on […]

This cycling news roundup presents a season’s worth of racing, packed into a single week — all in one comprehensive deep dive from the EuroTrash desk. Highlighting a stunning upset at Amstel Gold Women by late call-up Paula Blasi, we dive into the tactical masterclass of Remco Evenepoel and the rising talent of Matthew Riccitello […]

Remco Evenepoel claimed a long-awaited victory at the 2026 Amstel Gold Race, defeating defending champion Mattias Skjelmose in a dramatic two-man sprint after 257km of relentless racing across South Limburg. With 33 climbs—including the Cauberg, Keutenberg, and Eyserbosweg—the Dutch classic once again delivered chaos, crashes, and a decisive finale that sets the tone for the […]

There are so many famous nicknames in the history of pro cycling. The Eagle of Toledo. The Human Locomotive.  The Bricklayer of Friuli. The Badger. The Cannibal.  Iron Briek. Monsieur Chrono. The Lion of Zoppas.  Wait…the Lion of Zoppas? There are clearly different levels to bike racing fame.  A recently-released and charming little book of […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: Life Time Sea Otter Classic Gravel Race – Women’s Race Sofía Gómez Villafañe and Bradyn Lange take the lead in the Life Time Grand Prix after triumphing at the Life Time Sea Otter Classic Gravel Race at Laguna Seca Raceway. The women’s race kicked off with a series of attacks, setting a high pace for the second edition of […]

Twenty years before the multi-million pound Sky Team rode the WorldTour, there was another ‘ground breaking’ British team that took on the Continentals in their own back-yard. The ANC team had its eventual problems, but it showed what was possible. One high point was Malcolm Elliott’s 3rd place in the 1987 Amstel Gold Race. Amstel’87 […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: 2026 Life Time Sea Otter Classic Kicks Off Sofía Gómez Villafañe and Bradyn Lange win the Men’s and Women’s Elite Gravel Races Over 1,000 brands descended on Monterey to debut products and connect with consumers New Enduro format launches with Stages 1 & 2 at Laguna Seca Over 1,000 brands […]

Tomorrow, Saturday, April 18, the gravel universe centers on Hastings, Michigan, for Barry-Roubaix—the undisputed heavyweight champion of gravel racing by sheer volume of dirt-churning souls. While the prestige of Kansas gets the headlines, Barry is the race for the rest of us, and it’s an experience every rider should have at least once. In that […]

We asked our team what they love most about our European trips, with one rule:  No talking about rides, climbs, and routes. Only the best “off-the-bike” experiences in Europe.  Here’s what they said… Best Pasta: Tuscany, Italy It simply doesn’t get better than Mama Lia’s authentic, homemade pasta. She’s the matriarch of the family that […]

If you’ve been thinking about getting a cycling trip on the calendar this year, now’s a good time to do so! Our trips are 90% full in North America and 95% full in Europe. Check out the trips below to see where we still have a few spots left. Mallorca, Spain May 4 – 10 […]

In his cycling news roundup, Amstel Gold 2026 is shaping up to be one of the spring’s most unpredictable one-day races. With Pogačar, Wout, and Van der Poel all absent, Remco Evenepoel heads to the Dutch hills hungry for revenge against defending champion Mattias Skjelmose. Elsewhere, Tim Merlier stamped his authority on the Flemish sprints […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: Sabo, Ross win Sunset Road Race as Stephens, Frayre secure overall titles at Redlands Bicycle Classic Final stage delivers fast finishes while general classification winners are confirmed across both fields Women’s Race Ella Sabo (Virginia’s Blue Ridge TWENTY28) and Kent Ross (Cascadia Cycling Team) claimed victories on the Sunset Road […]

Today, Saturday, in Valkenburg Holland, maybe the largest cyclo-sportif event associated with any European Classic, the Amstel Gold Cylcosportif will be run, after covid put a stop to that mass event last year. The Pez was lucky enough to join the 18,000 plus throng back in 2007, and it was quite a day.   The […]

When one rider dominates, the sport adjusts—and not always in ways fans expect. With Tadej Pogačar forcing rivals to rethink tactics, the peloton is evolving into a battle for what’s left behind him. This AIRmail digs into the key takeaways: shifting team strategies, growing financial and performance gaps, and the pressure building on cycling’s governing […]

Selle Italia SLR 3D Carbon Saddle and Handlebar Tape in Opal White Two years ago I reviewed the Selle Italia SLR Boost 3D TI 316 Superflow saddle, which I loved, but it was black. Helmets, shoes, socks, saddles and handlebar tape should be white and Selle Italia now have an opal white SLR 3D saddle […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: The Barrio Logan Grand Prix returns on June 14, 2025 and will once again host the SCNCA Junior Criterium Championships. BLGP is a fast and unique figure eight crit experience, so join in the thrill of fast-paced bicycle racing by pro racers, top-level amateurs, and a fun children’s cycling event […]

Let’s go racing! Panaracer have dropped their newest GravelKing tire today, April 14. They promise the GravelKing ZX is their “fastest ever one-tire solution for mixed terrain,” engineered to eliminate the need for tire-swapping between diverse gravel courses. By combining a slick center with aggressive side lugs, it effectively targets a 60/40 split between tarmac […]

Cyclists have a near-endless list of data points to track, analyze, and optimize. From long-standing staples like speed, power, and heart rate to newer metrics like core temperature and CdA, the modern athlete is overwhelmed by data. When it comes to nutrition the main focus is often on carbs/hour, but I’d argue that one key […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: The 2026 Paris–Roubaix delivered another unforgettable chapter in cycling’s most iconic cobbled classic, featuring dramatic racing, elite breakaways, and decisive finishes in both the men’s and women’s events. Known as the “Hell of the North,” Paris–Roubaix tested the world’s top riders across brutal pavé sectors, shaping the 2026 results with crashes, […]