RACE REPORT: Tadej Pogačar stamped his authority on cycling’s cobbled heartland once more, riding clear on the final ascent of the Oude Kwaremont to claim his third victory at the Tour of Flanders. To many fans of pro cycling, there is no more important one day race than the Tour of Flanders – de Ronde […]

Book Review: Belgium: it’s an odd place. A country put together from pieces other nations didn’t really want, it seems resigned to an eternal identity crisis. But beyond this historic and political mess, there is a remarkable sporting story – cycling and the Flemish, described by author Harry Pearson as “a grand romance.” “The Beast, […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: 2026 Tour de Murrieta Circuit Race Photo Gallery Day two of the Tour de Murrieta featured a fun Circuit Race on a scenic course with rolling hills on the beautiful outskirts of Murrieta. The Tour de Murrieta Circuit Race pb by Davidson Bike Law had perfect race weather for the day […]

Flanders Interview: He lives on the course, he’s raced on it and driven the team car there – former pro rider and team director Allan Peiper has the T-shirt and more when it comes to the Ronde van Vlaanderen. Ed Hood got the low-down from the man on the route a few years ago. In […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: The 2026 Tour de Murrieta kicked off the Omnium with the GrandPrix course pb by Capriroso in Downtown Murrieta. The Tour de Murrieta is a well-run two-day community cycling event and festival that is a favorite for riders and fans to attend each year. The Downtown GrandPrix festival was accompanied by […]

As the season shifts, the Gear Break April Showers edition delivers a heavy downpour of high-performance tech to wash away the winter cobwebs. While we don’t have any rain gear or fenders for you, we do have a deluge of race-ready rubber from Pirelli, high-contrast vision from Smith, and a clever, Bluetooth-monitored “rack that sucks” […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: You do not need to have aspirations for the yellow jersey to get the benefits from pro advice, nor do you have to spend thousands of dollars or commit to grueling training schedules and restricted diets.  No, a lot of pro advice works just as well for beginners, stripping away […]

Niagara region is well known for its natural, cultural, and historic wonders – Niagara Falls and its dramatic gorge, world-class wineries, and a rich mix of towns and cities. It’s also internationally renowned for cycling, offering top-notch trails, the striking climbs of the Niagara Escarpment, and the flat, open wine country that makes for relaxed, […]

Fancy yourself a hard man in the truest sense – the ‘Flemish’ sense?  Then Flanders is waiting. On the brutal cobbled “bergs” of the Tour of Flanders, legends are made—and amateurs are quickly reintroduced to reality. From the deceptively fast Eikenberg to the wheel-spinning chaos of the Koppenberg and the leg-breaking ramps of the Paterberg, […]

This cycling news roundup asks just who will hang onto Tadej Pogacar at this weekend’s Tour of Flanders — and answers: No one! Together we also relive some breathless racing at Dwars Van Vlaanderen, begin looking ahead to the Tour de France’s launch in Barcelona, and wonder at the value of Pogačar’s MSR skinsuit — […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: First CicLAvia Open Streets Event of 2026 in West LA New Route — Three Miles of Open Streets Connecting Santa Monica Blvd and Westwood Blvd to Enjoy CicLAvia’s Pop-Up Park for the Day in People-Powered Ways Sunday, April 26, 2026; 9am – 4pm Event Overview: CicLAvia West LA Route, Date, […]

Flanders has long been defined by its brutal cobbles, steep bergs, and Spring Classics history—but there’s a new rhythm emerging beneath the stones. As gravel riding explodes across Europe, Belgium’s cycling heartland is evolving, blending its iconic climbs with a growing network of dirt roads, forest tracks, and bikepacking routes. The result? A fresh way […]

In 2004 I made my first trip to Belgium to discover the riding, racing and culture of cycling’s cobbled heartland.  I was in Belgium for the first time, as part of my journey to experience pro cycling’s Holy Week, including riding the de Ronde race course route as part of the Tour of Flanders Cyclosportif. […]

A John Thomson Classic Photo Gallery: The biggest one-day Classic of the season (especially if you are Flemish) is this weekend – De Ronde van Vlaanderen or Tour of Flanders. Photographer John Thomson is celebrating the 10th anniversary of Peter Sagan’s De Ronde win in 2016 with an other varied photo gallery. *** You can […]

Lennox & Addington, Ontario is a standout cycling destination in South Eastern Ontario, offering an impressive mix of road cycling, gravel riding, mountain biking, and scenic trail opportunities. Whether you’re a casual rider, a weekend explorer, or a seasoned cyclist looking for your next challenge, this region delivers unforgettable rides across rolling hills, quiet country […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: Crazy Bear Bikes Catalina Bike-Packing Adventure Join the Ride Join Crazy Bear Bikes for a magnificent 3 day bike packing trek across Santa Catalina Island. They’ll ride from Avalon self-contained to their reserved campsite at Little Harbor. This ride is no cruise in the park as it’s 16 miles one way with […]

Here at PEZ, we’re all about the superbike: The Italian dazzlers ridden by Pogačar and Pidcock — or at least the German machines that Mathieu van der Poel has ridden to so many victories, both on and off-road. Our Readers’ Rigs tend towards the flashy and the carbon — or the skinny-tubed steel kind, built […]

Mathieu van der Poel is on fire for the Classics and Jonas Vingegaard quietly dismantled rivals in Catalunya, pro cycling’s established stars are reasserting their grip just as the stakes rise. But beneath the results, something else is shifting: the peloton is getting smarter, long-range attacks are no longer a guaranteed path to victory, and […]

TOOLBOX: Every rider has their weather Kryptonite—the conditions that turn a good ride into a sufferfest. But beyond personal preference, is there actually an ideal temperature for performance? And does your body respond differently depending on whether you’re riding in the cold or the heat? In today’s Toolbox, we examine the science of ambient temperature […]

This summer, endurance rider and internet personality Ryan Van Duzer is celebrating Adventure Cycling’s 50th birthday with a cruise down the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route. And we do mean cruise. Unlike his previous GDMBR rides, this one isn’t a race. “I’m definitely going to enjoy the views a bit more,” he says. Still, a […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: Multiple liable parties may be involved in a bicycle accident claim. Although a negligent driver is frequently at fault, other parties, including a property owner, a bike manufacturer, a city agency, or even another rider or pedestrian, can be held liable. Who was at fault and how their actions affected […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: El Paso is a vibrant city in Texas, known for its welcoming communities, rich culture, and family-oriented lifestyle. Many residents enjoy staying active, whether commuting through the city or exploring local streets and trails by bicycle. While sharing the road with cars, trucks, and buses, cyclists face risks of serious […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: If you have been involved in a bicycle accident, working with a lawyer can help you build a strong case, prove fault, and make sure your losses are fully valued so you don’t settle for less than you deserve. Arlington is part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex and sits between […]

Mathieu van der Poel spent the weekend doing everyone’s work for them — winning E3 solo on Friday, then towing Wout van Aert around Flanders on Sunday — only to hand the victory gift-wrapped to his own teammate. Jasper Philipsen, who had the good sense to stay in the bunch and save his legs, duly […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: 2026 Tour de Murrieta Circuit Race Results Day two of the Tour de Murrieta featured a fun Circuit Race on a scenic course with rolling hills on the beautiful outskirts of Murrieta. The Tour de Murrieta Circuit Race pb by Davidson Bike Law had perfect race weather for the day under […]