TOOLBOX: The holidays, cold weather, and shorter days make the off-season a natural time for cyclists to ease off the gas—but how much fitness do you actually lose when you take a real break? In this Toolbox, we explore what detraining looks like physiologically, why strategic rest is essential for long-term performance, and what a […]

As part of my stay at the Hotel Residence Esplanade in Viareggio, I was perfectly located to see three stages of the Giro d’Italia – including the Stage 9 finish in Siena.  I found a spot at 600 meters to go on the final climb into town – the climb itself is about 600-700m long […]

A couple of weeks ago, eTrashMike rode the star-studded Tour de Tucson for the third year in a row — and for the third time, he enjoyed the very fast ride, despite spending much of it completely frightened. His conclusion: El Tour is getting too big. Check out the Tour de Tucson — or “El […]

Our heading-into-winter cycling news roundup, checking in on the cyclocross season as it lurches towards an inflection point: Mathieu van der Poel starting his first race. We also share the Women’s Giro course description, tell you just how much Pogačar’s bike sold for, and offer key team updates, including Ineos’s maintain-the-status-quo strategy. TOP STORY:  Yet […]

In 2022 we reviewed Andy McGrath’s biography of Frank Vandenbroucke here. That was the harrowing tale of a brilliant talent brought down by his  own self-destructive nature.  A talent that never reached its full potential.  Now this same author’s latest book is one about cycling’s current superstar Tadej Pogačar.  It is difficult to conceive of […]

Here we are, Gear Break Gift Guide #2. The Christmas shopping season is in full swing, and for those who haven’t yet finished their shopping, we have a few more suggestions to help get you ready for gift-giving. We’ve got a handlebar bag from Handlestash in a bold colorway, some sturdy TPU tubes from Pirelli, […]

TOP STORY:  Comment: Giro ’26 Route RACE NEWS Eschborn-Frankfurt Raises the Bar for 2026 AlUla Tour Added to ProSeries Calendar RIDER, TEAM AND CYCLING NEWS Girmay Is NSN’s First Big Signing Le Court, Girmay Voted African Cyclists of the Year Juanpe Lopez Heads to Movistar Team Portuguese Cycling Guru Poeira Retires Campagnolo Cuts Staff by […]

From a controversial budget-cap proposal that has baffled teams, to Formula 1’s soaring franchise valuations, to pro cycling’s continued dependence on wealthy patrons rather than investors, this week’s AIRmail unpacks the structural forces shaping the sport’s uncertain economic future. We also examine cycling’s deepening sportswashing entanglements with Saudi Arabia and the UAE, and track the […]

Navigating holiday eating can be challenging for athletes and active people, especially when winter weight gain, lost routines, and sugary seasonal treats start to creep in. As a dietitian, Alex Winnicki sees this every year—clients fall into all-or-nothing thinking, “burn it to earn it” habits, impulsive eating, and crash-dieting that backfires by January. But the […]

Here’s our first look at the 2026 Giro d’Italia route – starting with 3 stages in Bulgaria, entering the Italian soil via Calabria in the south, then working it’s way back and forth as it climbs the boot, to the traditional mountainous final week that spikes from west to east, before a long transfer to […]

Special photo gallery: Photographer John Thomson has had busy 2025, enough to fill a fourth ‘Special Photo Gallery’. As always, John has put together a big mix from his cycling and fashion photo files for our visual enjoyment. *** ‘Part 1’ HERE, ‘Part 2’ HERE and ‘Part 3 HERE. You can see more of John […]

Our weekly cyclocross — er, cycling news roundup, checking in on ‘cross as we near the midway point of the season, and as Thibau Nys makes a bid for the field favorite — until van der Poel, and van Aert show up, at least. And as promised, we also feature women’s cyclocross, and look ahead […]

Back in the dawn of cycling riders were moved to overcome the challenge of distance.  Speed was perhaps secondary.  Already in 1884-1886 Thomas Stevens made the first bicycle circumnavigation of the globe.  It could not have been easy on the “penny-farthing” machine he used.  Then by 1891 safety bicycles were in the fore and “Le […]

As our longtime readers have come to expect at this time of year, PezCycling News is back with the first in a series of holiday gift guides for 2025. Hopefully, you are checking this out before you head out in search of Black Friday deals. Of course, some of you may still be in a […]

Our Thanksgiving-themed cycling news roundup, offering our list of ten sources of bike racing-related gratitude — plus Wout’s schedule, Chaves’ retirement — and in the spirit of this American holiday, more, more, more cycling news! TOP STORY:  The PEZ 2025 Gratitude List RACE NEWS USA Cyclocross National Championships Coming to Fayetteville on December 10-14 RIDER […]

Amateur cyclists and athletes know the importance of resting. Some weeks after a hard push, it is necessary to take a day off and put your feet up. It is all part of your progression on the bike. But, do the pros that partake in the Grand Tour or the Tour de France, which takes […]

evolve Bicycles unveiled two striking new colorways—Adrift and Wilderness—on November 1st, adding fresh personality to the CIMA lineup. Alongside the new designs, riders can now choose between two logo styles: a bold big-logo option or a small-logo version with the quote. These updates arrive just in time for evolve’s Black Friday campaign running from November […]

In this week’s AIRmail, The Outer Line unpacks a wide-ranging set of developments across pro cycling and the broader sports landscape — from newly released financial data that sheds light on the true economic pressures inside the WorldTour, to the murky restructuring of the former Israel–Premier Tech team, to ASO’s tightening grip on race governance. […]

For years I’ve chased my FTP like it was the single scoreboard that defined my fitness. But after another season of Zwift racing — full of violent surges, micro-attacks, and barely-manageable recoveries — it became impossible to ignore a simple truth: FTP alone doesn’t explain why some races feel brutally explosive while others feel almost […]

Whether you’re a seasoned baselayer believer, a newbie, or even a skeptic, the Pearl Izumi Transfer Mesh may win you over. After some very vigorous riding both outside and in, I’m a convert. First, full disclosure: I’m not a baselayer guy. Mostly I just wear a jersey, and layer outward — not inward with base […]

Cycling has long been regarded as one of the most accessible, enjoyable, and beneficial physical activities for people of all ages. Whether you are cruising along neighborhood streets, pushing up steep mountain trails, or watching your child take their first confident pedal strokes, cycling offers a universal sense of freedom and wellness. As the holiday […]

In today’s tech-driven world, it’s often possible to get things done without even stepping outside, whether it’s work, training, or a hobby. Many activities that once required time and travel can now be accessed via apps, connected devices or online platforms, making everything far more accessible. For example, if you’re into cycling, you can feel […]

The Birth of Cycling’s Premier Event The 1927 Championship featured only professional men at the start. Nine countries sent riders to compete in Germany. The 188-kilometer course tested climbing and sprinting skills. Alfredo Binda finished ahead of Costante Girardengo for Italy’s first rainbow jersey. The UCI wanted a true test of national cycling strength. Team […]

PEZ readers will know that I’m more than enamored with the Wahoo KICKR BIKE SHIFT. It does everything that riding my bike on a smart trainer (like the the new KICKR CORE 2 or the current iteration of the venerable KICKR) does, but I can hop on and ride anytime I want without the hassle […]

Our cycling news roundup, rounding out the saga of Israel-Premier Tech’s identity crisis and evolution to a new brand and title sponsor. Plus the UCI cyclocross World Cup series kicks off — and Vino’s kid becomes a DS, while the AIOCC elects a new president. TOP STORY:  Israel-Premier Tech Is Now NSN Cycling Team RACE […]