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 […]

There is so much speculation about the rider in pro cycling might be The Greatest of All Time. There are heroic attempts to compare athletes from across the decades, with different specializations, and, yes,  gender.  With bike racing’s rich history, the search for the GOAT makes it is easy to overlook riders with spectacular palmares.  […]

Pez fans, we’ve got an exciting Gear Break this week. Starting off, Chuck reviews a capable, value priced GPS unit from iGPSport. Chuck also reviews some shoulder season kit from Gore. Then, we present two fantastic all-terrain, all-road, adventure ready bikes for you. The first from German brand Tout Terrain and the second is a […]

When a nagging saddle sore, triggered during my ride in Africa on an unusual bike, threatened to reflare and derail intentions for a 100-mile gravel race, I knew I needed to make a change — and fast. Enter the Ergon SMS Sport, a saddle that’s designed for a mountain bike, but that also promises to […]

eTrashMike’s review of Castelli’s latest jacket, the Perfetto RoS 3, intended for a climate-changing world, and for just about any cyclist riding in reasonably foul conditions. If you know Castelli — which I do, very well, having ridden on teams sponsored by the Italian icon; I probably have 25 scorpioned items in my closet — […]

VIDEO: If you’re ready for another Italian bike hotel review, here’s a good one. This time, I traded the rolling hills and Strade Bianche of inland Tuscany for something unexpectedly different – the Tuscan Riviera and the Hotel Residence Esplanade in Viareggio. Yes — Tuscany has a Riviera. And it’s stunning. Watch my video review […]

As another turbulent week in global sport underscores, the forces shaping professional cycling extend far beyond the peloton. From the spiraling costs and increasing fragmentation of sports broadcasting, to shifting financial models, evolving talent pipelines, and the fast-rising profile of women’s athletics, the sport sits at a crossroads where economics, media, and culture collide. This […]

Over the past decade, wearables have become the trendiest thing in health technology, promising personalized health monitoring and deep insight into your unique physiology. How accurate and reliable are they when it comes to tracking your sleep quantity and quality? Wearables have exploded in popularity. Besides heart rate monitors or GPS being used to simply […]

Special photo gallery: Photographer John Thomson has an enormous file of top pics from 2025, so here is part three of his ‘Season Review Photo Gallery’. As always, an eclectic choice from John for your enjoyment. *** ‘Part 1’ HERE, ‘Part 2’ HERE and you can see more of John Thomson’s photo galleries HERE. *** […]

Our cycling news summary, leading off with a checkin on a cyclocross season that practically serves up a new winner every weekend. Plus: La Vuelta plants 1,000 trees in Navarre, Red Bull-BORA pioneers PIV aerodynamic testing, Chris Froome departs Israel-Premier Tech, Greg Van Avermaet wins Ironman 70.3 worlds, and Pinarello becomes Q36.5’s title sponsor with […]

On December 15, framebuilder Richard Sachs will open his order book for 2026.  Since 2018 he has limited his build queue to twelve months and when those 40 frames coming up on offer are spoken for that will be it for the year.  One of the deans of American framebuilding, Mr. Sachs has more than […]

Rider Interview: If you had any interest in professional bike racing in the 70’s and 80’s you must remember a certain hard rider from the Flemish Ardennes’ village of Deftinge. If the race was tough, then Ferdi Van Den Haute was at the front. After a chance meeting at the Gent 6 Days in 2022, […]

Hey, Pez Fans, it’s almost mid-November. Folks in the United States are gearing up for Thanksgiving. And, we are hurtling toward the largest, most shameless consumer event everywhere capitalism is practiced: Black Friday. To help you get ready for it, we have a special Gear Break New Bike Day for you. In addition to the […]

Cycling has long captivated audiences with a unique blend of physical endurance, strategic thinking, and cultural resonance. From weekend rides along scenic trails to professional races covering hundreds of kilometers, the sport has always celebrated human stamina and tactical intelligence. Over the past century, cycling has evolved far beyond recreation or local competition. The marquee […]