Cycling books: Riding with the Rocketmen by James Witts
Cyclist Cycling books: Riding with the Rocketmen by James Witts The book is an ‘Everyman meets Supermen and Superwomen’ tale of woe, blood, sweat, tears, disappointment and the odd laugh. This isn’t my...
View ArticleWorld Champion Lotte Kopecky confirmed for RideLondon Classique
Cyclist World Champion Lotte Kopecky confirmed for RideLondon Classique World Champion Lotte Kopecky (SD Worx-Protime) will line up at the 2024 Ford RideLondon Classique, bringing the rainbow jersey to...
View ArticleIn the Drops: Rab waterproof jacket, mad Oakley glasses, carbon Trek helmet,...
Cyclist In the Drops: Rab waterproof jacket, mad Oakley glasses, carbon Trek helmet, the best cycling book ever Here we go yo, here we go yo/So what, so what, so what’s the scenario? Well my dear boy,...
View ArticleHow to prevent lower back pain on the bike
Cyclist How to prevent lower back pain on the bike Back pain can be as common among cyclists as tan lines. That aching feeling in the small of your back that dully throbs towards the end of the ride...
View ArticleCyclist’s Milan-San Remo predictions 2024
Cyclist Cyclist’s Milan-San Remo predictions 2024 Milan-San Remo is here again. The first Monument of 2024 and it’s going to be hotly contested. Even with Wout van Aert sitting this one out, there are...
View ArticleClassic Brugge-De Panne 2024: Route, TV guide, start list and everything you...
Cyclist Classic Brugge-De Panne 2024: Route, TV guide, start list and everything you need to know Beginning in 1977 as a three-day race for the men’s peloton, the Brugge-De Panne transitioned into a...
View ArticlePro Log: Laura Kenny retires from cycling, Mathieu van der Poel inks 10-year...
Cyclist Pro Log: Laura Kenny retires from cycling, Mathieu van der Poel inks 10-year Canyon contract, Jasper Philipsen wins Milan-San Remo, Sonny Colbrelli chases thieves away Welcome back to another...
View ArticlePinarello owned by Pope Francis heads to auction
Cyclist Pinarello owned by Pope Francis heads to auction You can’t buy the Popemobile, but you can buy Pope Francis’ bike. The Pinarello Dogma F12, gifted to the Pope by Ineos Grenadiers’ Egan Bernal...
View ArticleThe best cobbled climbs in Flanders
Cyclist The best cobbled climbs in Flanders The Flanders region of Belgium is a true heartland in the sport of cycling thanks to its mythical cobbled climbs. Dotted around a region known as the Flemish...
View ArticleAero vs lightweight vs all-rounder: which is the fastest road bike?
Cyclist Aero vs lightweight vs all-rounder: which is the fastest road bike? Aero kit is fastest on the flat; lightweight kit is fastest on steep climbs – we all know that. But what if you’re doing a...
View ArticleThe Cateran Dirt Dash: Bikepacking for beginners
Cyclist The Cateran Dirt Dash: Bikepacking for beginners The two-day Cateran Dirt Dash is billed as a ‘reliability trial’ rather than a race. This may account for the discernible absence of...
View Article‘I don’t like to play the political game’: Adam Hansen profile
Cyclist ‘I don’t like to play the political game’: Adam Hansen profile Adam Hansen was never going to sit still in retirement. The Australian former pro is best known for his record stint of 20...
View ArticleBest titanium bikes: Ti road and gravel bikes reviewed
Cyclist Best titanium bikes: Ti road and gravel bikes reviewed The best titanium bikes offer something a little different from the standard range of carbon fibre and aluminium bikes, and even steel....
View ArticleE3 Saxo Bank Classic 2024: Route, how to watch and everything you need to know
Cyclist E3 Saxo Bank Classic 2024: Route, how to watch and everything you need to know The E3 Saxo Bank Classic will take place on 22nd March 2024. Formerly known as E3 Harelbeke, it is regarded as...
View ArticleBike tyre pressure guide: How to choose the best pressure
Cyclist Bike tyre pressure guide: How to choose the best pressure Tyre pressure depends on the amount of air you pump into your tyres. For bicycles it’s measured in either psi – pounds per square inch...
View ArticleTour of Flanders 2024: Route, how to watch, history and all you need to know
Cyclist Tour of Flanders 2024: Route, how to watch, history and all you need to know The 2024 men’s and women’s Tour of Flanders, the second Monument of the season, is set to take place on Sunday 31st...
View ArticleWatch: How to straighten your bike’s bent derailleur hanger
Cyclist Watch: How to straighten your bike’s bent derailleur hanger The derailleur hanger is the mounting point for your rear derailleur and is deliberately designed to be a sacrificial part that will...
View ArticleGent-Wevelgem 2024: Route, riders, TV and all you need to know
Cyclist Gent-Wevelgem 2024: Route, riders, TV and all you need to know Despite its name, the one day Gent-Wevelgem classic no longer starts in Gent (or Ghent, if you prefer), but at the Menin Gate in...
View ArticleClassic climb: Col de la Loze, the Alpine climb that breaks Tour champions
Cyclist Classic climb: Col de la Loze, the Alpine climb that breaks Tour champions ‘I’m gone. I’m dead,’ crackles the team radio. Unzipped jersey flailing in the wind, his trademark tufts poking...
View ArticleThe people behind a WorldTour team #3: The soigneur
Cyclist The people behind a WorldTour team #3: The soigneur ‘When I tell people at home I’m involved in cycling, they say, “Ah, keirin?” I’m like, “No, road cycling.” And they look perplexed.’ Takuya...
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