Toolbox: Even from a distance, pro riders have a unique and graceful style that clearly distinguishes them from amateurs and recreational cyclists. Is this difference something to do with their pedal stroke and technique? And if so, is it something that we can train to improve our own cycling? Tadej Pogačar – Smooth and efficient […]

Everfun Hydration Backpack  – $44.99 – $54.99 Staying hydrated on long rides, hikes, or outdoor adventures is essential, and the Everfun Hydration Backpack offers a convenient solution. More than just a small backpack, this pack features an integrated hydration bladder, allowing you to carry up to 3 liters of water—far more than standard water bottles. […]

John Thomson’s 2025 Strade Bianche Photo Gallery: Our photographer friend, John Thomson, has been very busy putting together a very special Strade Bianche photo gallery covering a wide selection of subjects…. Not just the dusty roads of Siena! *** You can see more of John Thomson’s photo galleries HERE. *** John Thomson: “This is my […]

As the wind, rain and snow hit Paris-Nice and Tirreno-Adriatico this week, it caused quite a storm amongst riders, teams and the organisers, but we still had exciting racing – All the video action, plus reports, results and rider thoughts. Not forgetting the women’s Trofeo Alfredo Binda – Comune di Cittiglio. TOP STORY: Patrick Lefevere […]

Professional racing cyclists’ autobiographies tend to bear a certain similarity, whether you are Peter Sagan, Marcel Wüst, or Mark Cavendish. Well, Cav might be the exception as he has three of them. But sometimes there is a tale to be told that is very different and that is certainly the case of the new book […]

Sadly Brian Robinson passed away in October 2022. Brian was a pioneer for the ‘British Legion’ of professional cyclist who followed him across the English Channel to try their hand in the continental peloton. Brian stood on the 3rd step of the 1957 Milan-Sanremo, Ed Hood spoke to Brian about ‘la Classicissima’. In January we […]

Gear Break: Assos unveils EQUIPE R and DYORA R collections, Topeak Torq Stick Pro Digital, ROKA introduces the San Remo Air, PRO empowers women racers with the new PRO Sirin saddles, Chris King adds aluminum mountain wheels to their wheel lineup and Teosport has brought a new milestone to PERFORMANCE DAYS: The OEKO-TEX® STeP certification. […]

In this week’s AIRmail newsletter, The Outer Line takes an in-depth look at trending cycling news: Better ideas for cycling broadcasting, Pog’s legend grows, new women’s rivalries, is One Cycling “imminent?” Lappartient’s future, Trump Looks to World Cup and Olympics… # Catch up on pro cycling – and its context within the broader world of […]

Visma | Lease a Bike takes control of Paris-Nice and Philippo Ganna holds the lead in Tirreno-Adriatico – All the videos, results, reports and rider quotes from France and Italy. TOP STORY: Tadej Pogačar’s crash in Strade Bianche, a worry for Milan-Sanremo? Rider news: Ex-World champion, Romans Vainsteins, arrested No Cobbled Classics for Michael Valgren […]

Missouri is preparing for an action-packed year of professional and amateur cycling events in 2025, bringing together competitive cyclists, casual riders, and fans of the sport. From intense gravel races to criterium circuits, the state will host a diverse range of cycling competitions that showcase Missouri’s vibrant cycling community. Whether you’re looking to participate, watch […]

The CYCPLUS T2 Smart Trainer is making waves in the indoor cycling world, offering an impressive blend of affordability, performance, and innovative features. While earlier versions faced some technical issues, CYCPLUS has refined the T2, making it a serious contender to established brands like Wahoo and Zwift. With direct-drive accuracy, smart connectivity, quiet operation, and […]

Strength training is now widely recognized as a key performance booster for cyclists, but not all exercises—or techniques—are created equal. Simply lifting weights won’t unlock your full potential on the bike. To maximize your strength gains and improve power output, stability, and endurance, small adjustments can make a big difference. In this guide, we’ll break […]

Fizik Vento Powerstrap Aeroweave:  In a sea of white shoes with BOA dials, the Fizik Vento Powerstrap Aeroweave is the way to stand out in the crowd … especially the pink/orange colorway. And don’t let the velcro straps fool you. They may be old school tech, but these are shoes worn at the World Tour […]

All the fun of the gravel from the men’s and women’s Strade Bianche in a packed EUROTRASH Monday. Video, reports, results and rider quotes from Siena, plus stage 1 of Paris-Nice, the Grote Prijs Jean-Pierre Monseré and the Grand Prix Criquielion. TOP STORY: First World champion to win Strade Bianche? Tadej Pogačar corrects journalist Rider […]

Lachlan Morton is no stranger to pushing boundaries, but his latest challenge took ultra-endurance cycling to a whole new level. In September 2024, the EF Education-EasyPost rider set out to break the Around-Australia cycling record, covering over 14,200 km in less than 40 days. Battling extreme heat, exhaustion, and the relentless Australian outback, Morton’s journey—captured […]

Strade Bianche Race Report: When Tadej Pogačar and Tom Pidcock rode away from the rest of the race, it looked like the race was over… then the World champion crashed on a bend. A battered and bruised Pogačar fought his way back Pidcock and then left him in his dust to solo to his third […]

The Strade Bianche according to Ed Hood: The pro peloton moves south to Tuscany from the cobbles of Belgium to the rough white roads and dust of the Strade Bianche. Ed Hood looked at the history and how to ride the white road to the Piazzo del Campo back in 2022. In January we lost […]

In this week’s AIRmail newsletter, The Outer Line takes an in-depth look at trending cycling news: Weekend surprises,betting isn’t going to save sports media, no “Plan B” For Rwanda Worlds seems dangerous, broader journalism trends and impact on cycling, dearth of American road racing … # Catch up on pro cycling – and its context […]

Gear Break: Everfun hydration backpack, Continental introduces Grand Prix TR: A tire for every ride, the ENVE Melee gets a new look, AERON/TPU launches premium SuperLight Race models with aluminum valves, dreaming of Tadej: Here’s the DMT “Superhero Version” of the KR4 PJ for kids and Tout Terrain introduces the touring pedal II: A new […]

2025 Strade Bianche Race Preview: The Italian ‘Classic’ Strade Bianche, brings back memories of cycle racing from the past when the roads were rough and unsurfaced, when gravel was the norm. The race from and to Siena has over 80 kilometres of sterrati with climbs and dust before the finish in the Piazza del Campo. […]

Another jam-packed EUROTRASH Thursday with all the latest race news from the Ename Samyn Classic, where Mathieu van der Poel took his first win of the season, Le Samyn Classic des Dames and the Trofeo Laigueglia with all the video, reports, results and what the rider think. TOP STORY: Mathieu van der Poel preparing for […]

ALBANY, Calif., March 4, 2025. – The founders of Peloton magazine have formed a new media company Fausto Partners, LLC and are launching a print-focused media brand and agency today. The first print issue of Fausto magazine will arrive this June followed by a newspaper project around the Tour de France. There will be six […]

Cycling is more than just jumping on your bike and pedaling off into the horizon it’s planning, strategy, and having the right gear to allow you to produce your best possible performance. Whether you’re a pro or a weekend warrior, making adjustments to your strategy can make a huge difference on your rides. Choosing the […]

Winters can be long and cold and hard in Canada so it was with considerable pleasure that we looked forward to a momentary escape, heading down the highway to Montreal for the largest bicycle show in Canada. Of course, the trip was not made easy as the region had had two major snowfalls only a […]

Fiber is normally a great part of a healthy diet. But should you reduce fiber intake before an event to prevent stomach issues, minimize bloating, and even increasing your watts/kg? You don’t want to have to do a ‘Dumoulin’ In the days leading up to an event or competition, athletes make various adjustments—tweaking training, refining […]