Photo by Frederic Guyot Simply put, bikepacking is more fun when mind and body are on the same team. Many a long bike ride has begun with no training at all, and we’re not here to discourage anyone from trying if that’s your style. But there is freedom in feeling like your body is helping […]

Gear Break: Swiftwick Socks, Zwift Cog and Click Wahoo upgrade, Northwave Revolution shoes, Bianchi partners with Santini Cycling for the production and distribution of Bianchi Milano apparel, LOOK 795 Blade RS Campagnolo Super Record – If only one bike were to remain, it would be this one and Ass Savers team up with Japanese travel […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: Team Novo Nordisk has announced the addition of six promising young riders to its Development Squad for the 2025 season. With this move, the team completes a ten-rider roster focused on nurturing emerging talent and maintaining a youthful, dynamic pipeline. All six new recruits are under 20 years old, exemplifying […]

In this week’s AIRmail newsletter, The Outer Line takes an in-depth look at trending cycling news: The Venu-Fubo saga – chaos in sports streaming, sports journalism trends for 2025, gambling in cycling, American WT rider analysis and 2025 Giro route announced… # Catch up on pro cycling – and its context within the broader world […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: New Zealand is often considered an unknown quantity in its own corner of the world. It is studded with serene beauty and natural views that rival any other country on Earth. While it would be reductive to say that the beauty of the natural country is the only thing on […]

Jonas Vingegaard is talking up the Tour de France battle between him and Tadej Pogačar and he will ride two Grand Tours this year. Plus all the other cycling news from around the World as the 2025 season is about to kick off in Australia. TOP STORY: Jonas Vingegaard to ride two Grand Tours in […]

Some more bike video for nerds – this time we’ve got Team Visma | Lease A Bike’s Cervelo S5 of Wout van Aert. Note the Garmin headlight and tail light mounted for training, the Prologo saddle, and the SRAM Red Etap AXS 54/41 chainrings on the gruppo. Wheels are by Reserve – their 42|49 Turbulent […]

At The Cycling House, we know the value of a reliable and high-performing bike. That’s why, after putting tens of thousands of miles on our Cervelo Aspero rental bikes over the past few years, we decided to stick with what works. The Aspero has been a fan favorite among our guests and guides, performing flawlessly […]

The new Vogel XC follows the popular Vogel SL with some great new features—all while staying budget-friendly at just $39.95. Designed for smaller face profiles, the Vogel XC weighs only 24 grams and now includes bottom lens vents to enhance airflow and prevent fogging during intense rides. Lightweight, comfortable, and protective, these sunglasses are perfect […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: A Legacy of Olympic Dreams and Vision for the Future This year marks a monumental milestone for Virginia’s Blue Ridge TWENTY28, celebrating two decades of excellence in cycling. As the team steps into the 2025 season, they are not only honoring the team’s rich history but also looking forward to […]

Cycling is one of those sports that you can enjoy from all angles. Today, you can spend entire hours riding a bike, while tomorrow you can become a spectator and go and watch pro athletes compete against each other. You can even add to the overall amusement of the sport through betting – just visit […]

PEZ-Man Alastair joined the media fray recently at the Q36.5 team camp and presentation in Spain, first to hear what their latest big name signing Tom Pidcock had to say, but possibly more interestingly catch a look at his new ride for 2025 – the Scott Addict RC team bike.  Here’s video, photos, and the […]

Toolbox: The occasional or seasonal use of virtual cycling training apps like Zwift have increased in popularity in the last couple of years and as such, nutrition and hydration may need to be adapted accordingly. What’s best to eat and drink through the day for indoor training? Van der Poel on Tour de Zwift In […]

The Giro d’Italia will start abroad for the 15th time in its history—this time in Albania, where the first three stages will take place—and finish in Rome, which will host the Grande Arrivo for the 7th time. The race spans 3,413km with 52,500m of total elevation gain. Riders will face 2 individual time trials covering […]

The women’s Corsa Rosa will kick off in Bergamo with an individual time trial on July 6, and finish on July 13 in Imola at the Autodromo Enzo and Dino Ferrari. In between, some major challenges await the athletes, including two summit finishes, with a total elevation gain of 14,000 m. The Passo del Tonale […]

Electric bikes have completely changed the way we travel and explore, but it can be difficult to find one that flawlessly strikes a balance between power, style, and adaptability. Enter the ENGWE M20 2.0, an e-bike that is worked for experience. With its striking fat tires, great engine, and smooth moped-inspired design, this bike is […]

John Thomson’s End of Year Photo Gallery #3: As the 2025 road season is about to kick off, so we have the final part of photographer, John Thomson’s ‘End of Year Photo Gallery’ from 2024. “Chrono, Couture, Cross and Cobbles” from France and Belgium. Plus his pick from the world of the cat walk. *** […]

All the reports, results and as much video as was available form the Belgian and Dutch national cyclocross championships and the Australian time trial and road national championships. TOP STORY: ProTeams want an extra team in the Grand Tours Rider news: Remco Evenepoel misses the Soudal Quick-Step team presentation Tim Merlier and Bert Van Lerberghe […]

Best of PEZ: 5 Favourite Videos: In a universe where it seems everybody on a bikepacking adventure can release a high-quality video, we have had some difficulty narrowing down our choices for the “Best of 2024” when it comes to the visual arts.   No. 1 is definitely “Flandrien,” a fan’s tribute to that Promised […]

Ex Rider Interview: The 80’s and the 90’s were one of the golden times of cycle racing with Hinault, Fignon, Indurain, Lemond and many more. Bruno Cornillet was no big hitter, but he worked for some of the biggest names and built up a fine palmarès in a difficult time to take wins. Ed Hood […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: The recent wildfires in Southern California have caused widespread devastation, displacing individuals, families, and communities, and destroying homes and businesses. The Southern California cycling community has also been deeply impacted, with several of our cycling friends experiencing immense losses. We are incredibly grateful for the firefighters, paramedics, police officers, and […]

This story originally appeared as the Be Here Now feature of the 2024 Sept/Oct issue of Adventure Cyclist. Perched on a peninsula in the south- western edge of Casco Bay, the city of Portland, Maine, is infused with all things ocean. Even the city’s most famous district is called the Old Port, evoking its maritime […]

Rider Interview: Soudal-Quick-Step presented their team and plans for the 2025 season to the press on Thursday afternoon in Calpe, Spain. There was one very important rider missing: Remco Evenepoel. He had to miss the presentation because of a medical scan. The double Olympic champion hit a van door, while training in Belgium in early […]

Gear Break: fizik Vento Antares R3 Adaptive 3D-printed saddle, Ekoï Perf HEAT CONCEPT 5 heated gloves, CHAPTER2 Bikes: Lets get weird on KAHA TJ, CORE 2 unveiled: Smaller, smarter, and built to transform performance monitoring, Q36.5: How cold is it right now? And the most popular FESTKA bikes in 2024 on social media.   fizik […]

Photo by Laura Irwin If bike touring with panniers is like traveling with a big roller suitcase, bikepacking is like traveling with only a carry-on backpack. The goal is to have everything you need and also to need everything you have. Here are some tips for packing lighter: Bring less stuff! Ask yourself “What would […]