A shocking wave of gambling scandals has rocked the global sports world, exposing the growing risks of unchecked betting and corruption — and raising urgent questions about integrity across all major leagues.  This week’s AIRmail from The Outer Line examines how these revelations echo through cycling, where UCI President David Lappartient’s quiet power play may […]

TOOLBOX:  As the cycling season winds down, now is the perfect time to reflect on your progress and plan for the year ahead. Whether you’ve spent the past few months chasing personal bests, exploring new routes, or simply enjoying long days in the saddle, fall offers an ideal opportunity to reset your focus and redefine […]

Paul Magnier went back-to-back in China, the young French speedster from Soudal-QuickStep making light work of another hilly dash from Chongzuo to Jingxi. In a wet but warm morning on the southern border, the peloton rolled out under grey skies, and he and his team never looked rattled. It felt like they had just picked […]

Special photo gallery: The 2025 road season is over and so our photographer, John Thomson has been going through his vast files to dig out his choice of important pics from the year. This is his first selection, stay PEZ for more top 2025 photos soon. *** You can see more of John Thomson’s photo […]

Our cycling news roundup features early commentary on the 2026 Tour de France route, including suggestions from cycling greats past and present (plus PEZ’ eTrash Mike). Elsewhere, the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift will conquer Mont Ventoux for the first time, updates from Track Worlds — and how PEZ will put your cyclocross input […]

While books about training for cycling are hardly rare, we are seeing a new trend.  This is the recognition that older riders are making up a greater proportion of the cycling community.  For the first time in history, there is a cohort of amateur athletes in their 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond dedicated to getting […]

Well, we’re charging along toward winter, and depending on where you are, fall is in full swing by now. Leading out today’s Gear Break we’ve got a durable, puncture-resistant Panaracer road tire and tube review from Chuck. Next up, a new helmet from MET raises the bar for protection while upping the ante in the […]

Cycling has always been more than just a way to get from one place to another—it’s a lifestyle, a fitness journey, and even a form of therapy for many. But if you’re new to it, one question often comes to mind: Is cycling beginner-friendly? The short answer: Absolutely yes! Cycling is one of the most […]

Editor Mike’s Note: We’re tallying your responses to our question about whether PEZ should cover cyclocross. If you haven’t sent your thoughts, please do so! Just submit to Content@PezCyclingNews.com — and please note…PEZ will always focus our attention and resources on the road, so if we indeed continue to cover ‘cross, we may not go terribly […]

Although we all love cycling, it is important to address the elephant in the room: the current state of the economy just isn’t cutting it anymore. Team budgets, parts manufacturers, and even fan engagement are not where they’re supposed to be, and a change is in order. Blockchain might just be the exact oomph the […]

As the 2025 cycling season comes to a close, The Outer Line’s latest AIRmail newsletter unpacks a week of conflicting events but undeniably compelling storylines. From Uno-X’s breakout victory at the Veneto Classic and the final UCI promotion/relegation shake-up, to corporate lessons drawn from Nike’s massive restructuring, the sport continues to mirror broader business and […]

I figure I’m a typical fair weather virtual rider (or foul weather, really)… I ride the trainer when rain, snow or darkness — or smoke, here in Central Oregon — keeps me from heading outside. So when I do ride virtually, I’m looking for a turnkey, reliable experience. In the KICKR CORE 2 Zwift Cog […]

As the days grow shorter and temperatures cool, autumn is the ideal time to begin your cycling strength training plan for next season. The off-season offers a chance to reset, rebuild, and address weaknesses that limit performance on the bike. By focusing on proper recovery, movement quality, and consistent warmups, cyclists can build the strength […]

VIDEO: I recently visited the Italian Bike Festival in Misano, Italy, set right on the legendary Misano MotoGP Circuit. There’s something special about standing on a world-class racetrack surrounded by the best in Italian cycling… ->Watch the video below – and see more at the PEZ Youtube channel. As part of the festival, I joined […]

Your semiweekly cycling news summary, including Christophe Laporte’s comeback win, a new sprinter on the block, late-season time trialing — and winners and losers in the UCI relegation saga. Plus a question for our readers — see below! TOP STORY:  Laporte Makes Good on PEZ’ Prediction, Wins in Holland RACE NEWS Magnier Quintuples Up in […]

II Lombardia is the last one-day race in the pro cycling season. Due to autumn’s golden backdrop, it is also called the “Race of the Falling Leaves”. No wonder the race provides a great opportunity for betting online due to its timing and terrain. Over the last century, the race has had multiple winners who […]

Looking Back With Ed: Road cycling kit has changed a lot in the last 50 years – as Ed Hood reminds us what passed for “de rigueur” gear in shoes, jerseys, shorts, helmets, glasses and more. How many of these did you actually wear? In January we lost our friend and colleague Ed Hood, two […]

Kingbull Launches Voyager 2.0, A High-End Torque-Sensing Cargo eBike Featuring Bafang-Customized Motor and Dual Samsung Batteries Kingbull is pleased to announce the release of Voyager 2.0, a high-end cargo powerhouse built for riders who demand strength, stability, and versatility in one machine. Designed with a 450 lbs max payload and a one-piece welded aluminum rear […]

October 17, we are more than halfway to November, and almost a third of the way to winter. We’ve got a great rollup for you this week. Leading out, we’ve got the new 3T Racemax² Italia followed by the Campgnolo Super Record 13 “Ultra” bits to shave some weight and spend some coin. Lezyne has […]

I first came across Pez fan George from San Diego way back in 2012 when I created the Readers’ Rigs column and I have to say – his Fondriest 4 speed really got people talking. At a time when companies are adding gears and we’ve gone from 9 speed, to 10, to 11 and more, […]

Today’s end-of-season cycling news roundup travels from Holland to China and back to Italy — no Pogi in action this week, but plenty of big names (Del Toro!), big transfers and retirements — and an odd ouster, thanks to the UCI’s shrewd eye for odd-angled seatposts. TOP STORY:  The Tour of Holland Returns RACE NEWS […]

This week’s edition of AIRmail from The Outer Line dives deep into the most compelling stories shaping professional cycling and the wider world of sport. From Tadej Pogačar’s historic fifth straight Il Lombardia victory and the debate over whether course design—not dominance—is cycling’s real problem, to Rwanda’s post-Worlds political maneuvers, the ongoing fallout from the […]

  I set a record this year – something akin to winning a certain kind of lottery – where the main prize is a trip to Italy – but not just one… in my case – I visited three times in 2025.  A banner year indeed for hours sat in overseas economy seats (60+ hours), […]

Studying elite athletes in real-world endurance events offers a rare glimpse into the limits of human performance. In cycling, few challenges test the body and mind like the Tour Divide — a 4,385-kilometer, self-supported bikepacking race from Banff, Canada to the U.S.–Mexico border. A new study from Brigham Young University followed one rider through this […]

UDOG SEMPRE Road Shoe Review ‘New bike day’ is the best feeling, but ‘new shoe day’ comes pretty close. UDOG were famous for their lace-up cycling shoes, have brought out new dial tension system shoe… the SEMPRE and our man Alastair Hamilton has run these very reasonably prices shoes through their paces. No laces on […]