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 […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: For the 38th year, Tour of the Gila invites competitive bicyclists to challenge themselves on scenic mountain roads throughout southwest New Mexico. The five-day stage race, based out of Silver City, is set for Wednesday, April 23, through Sunday, April 27, 2025. Registration is now open. UCI Sanctioning and Race […]

I just got back from Tuscany, Italy, where we wrapped up a weeklong cycling trip built around the Strade Bianche professional race. This one has all the ingredients for an incredible cycling getaway—stunning and challenging routes through the old world, incredible farm-fresh Tuscan food (my favorite), and witnessing a professional race that is pure magic. […]

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 […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: CBR #3 Dominguez Hills Criterium Photo Gallery The third race of the 2025 CBR Criterium Series took place with the CBR #3 Dominguez Hills Criterium. CBR #3 Dominguez Hills Criterium Pro 1-3 Race: Justin Williams Wins in Sprint In the Pro 1-3 field,  Justin Williams (L39ION OF LOS ANGELES) took […]

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. […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: It’s official! The 2025 Redlands Bicycle Classic presented by San Manuel Band of Mission Indians will take place on April 9-13. The Redlands Classic is considered the longest, continuous stage race for cyclists in American bicycle racing since its inception in 1985. It has featured current and future stars of […]

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 […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: Daylight Saving Time Is Here: More Evening Light for Cycling With the arrival of Daylight Saving Time, the clocks have moved forward, and while we may have lost an hour of sleep, we’ve gained an extra hour of daylight—perfect for evening bike rides! The time change also marks the return […]

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 […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: CBR #3 Dominguez Hills Criterium Race The third race of the 2025 CBR Criterium Series took place with the CBR #3 Dominguez Hills Criterium. CBR #3 Dominguez Hills Criterium Pro 1-3 Race: Justin Williams Wins in Sprint In the Pro 1-3 field,  Justin Williams (L39ION OF LOS ANGELES) took the […]

After the most wintery of winters anyone in central Ontario can recall for a very long time, riders will be doubly-motivated to get out on theirs bikes once the sand blows off the roads and the ground in the bush dries up to reveal the epic trails beneath. While we wait for mounds(!) of snow […]

Heavy in Houston asks: “I always overpack because I’m nervous I’ll need something that I don’t have. How can I lighten my load both mentally and physically?” You’re not alone. While I have been on tours with a few fly-by-the-seat-of-their-pants folks, in my experience, the majority of pannier-touring bike tourists like to be prepared for […]

Looking for a weekend bike tour complete with beautiful paved rural roads, historic towns and inns, and opportunities to enjoy the bounty of local farmland? The Oxford Cheese Trail By Bike should top your list. Located in the heart of southwestern Ontario between Kitchener and London, Oxford County has a rich agricultural heritage and is […]

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 […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: 2025 Strade Bianche Women’s Recap: Demi Vollering Secures Second Title Demi Vollering Wins Strade Bianche Women Elite 2025 Demi Vollering of FDJ-Suez delivered a dominant performance on March 8, 2025, to claim her second Strade Bianche Women Elite title. The 136-kilometer race, featuring 13 gravel sectors totaling 31.4 km, ended […]

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 […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: Cycling requires endurance, strength, and strategy to achieve longer rides with greater efficiency and control. Training effectively, fueling properly, and preventing setbacks help cyclists improve performance and stay strong on the bike.  Small adjustments in nutrition, recovery, and technique can make a significant difference in stamina and overall success. Pushing […]