Ordering prescription cycling sunglasses online can feel risky — will they fit, will the lenses match your prescription, and will they actually perform on the bike? I had those same questions before trying Tifosi’s prescription sunglasses. But from the at-home try-on kit to the easy online ordering and surprisingly quick delivery, the process was smooth […]

As the weather turns colder, daylight fades earlier, and frost starts to appear on morning rides, I’ve found myself actually looking forward to indoor training this year – something I couldn’t have imagined saying a few seasons ago. For the past few winters, riding indoors felt like a necessary evil: long, steady base miles on […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: Riders pedaled through Southern California’s most scenic beach towns for a day of fun, fitness and community More than 1,500 riders took to Highway 101 on Nov. 1 for the annual Bike the Coast event, cycling throughout San Diego County’s beach cities. Participants of all ages and experience levels took part […]

As the 2025 season draws to a close, The Outer Line takes a step back to examine the shifting dynamics shaping professional cycling — and how they reflect broader trends across the global sports industry. In this week’s edition of AIRmail: Analysis, Insight, and Reflections, we explore key developments that will define the road ahead: […]

Special photo gallery: As promised, after John Thomson’s first 2025 photo gallery round-up, here is part two of his selection of pics from his vast file of memories. As always, this is a very varied plethora of John’s views from the cycling and the fashion world. *** You can see more of John Thomson’s photo […]

This Monday’s cycling news roundup covers the cyclocross triumphs and tribulations of Thibau Nys, plus Jonathan Milan’s sprint victory at the Singapore Criterium, and Portuguese legend Rui Costa’s retirement at 39. Transfer news includes Biniam Girmay’s uncertain future, while Rory Townsend joins Unibet Rose Rockets. All that and more — as we already start counting […]

Coffee is a pretty popular drink.  An estimated 2.25 billion cups of it are consumed daily around the world.  Yes, while everybody drinks it we like to think that there is a special connection to cycling.  Coffee is everywhere in our sport. Whether it is as a performance-enhancer, an agreeable means of social cohesion, or […]

Ex-rider interview: Mario Chiesa stuck with the same manager his whole professional career and, more importantly, his manager stuck with him from 1988 to 1997. As ‘road captain’ he helped to guide riders like Marco Pantani, Urs Zimmermann and Claudio Chiappucci to some big victories. More recently he’s been behind the steering wheel of nine […]

Like many nonprofits, Adventure Cycling is facing serious challenges. Our membership has declined, revenue in routes and tours has dropped considerably while costs rise, and despite cutting over a million dollars from our budget, we’re still operating at a deficit. Incremental changes have not kept pace with the challenges, which is why we listed our […]

Tifosi Moab Lite – $79.95 Tifosi has established themselves at a leader in high-performance cycling sunglasses that bring all the tech without the high price tag. The Tifosi Moab Lite sunglasses offer a bold, lightweight half-frame design, crystal-clear optics, and three interchangeable lenses—all for under $80. Inspired by the original Moab we reviewed here, the […]

In the final Gear Break for October 2025, and as we get ready to “gear up” for Holiday season, we’re gonna feature some stuff showing off that aero is safe AND fast! A 3D printed helmet promising to be cooler, and safer, and better fitting than anything in your closet now? Yes! How about some […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: CSUN Bike Fest Rolls Back November 2, 2025 Bringing the Community Together at CSUN’s Bike Fest! Join cyclists, families, and community members for the 4th Annual CSUN Bike Fest on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at California State University, Northridge. Hosted by the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, this free […]

PEZ’ cycling news roundup — with a special cyclocross flavor (with road spice, of course). Plus a look at rising star Paul Seixas’ social media; does it tell us whether he’ll race the Tour next year? TOP STORY:  What to Expect this Cyclocross Season RACE NEWS Pogačar & Ferrand-Prévot Scheduled for BEKING 2025 Vuelta Route […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: At the start of the season, EF Pro Cycling launched its new U23 development team, EF Education–Aevolo, watched Lachlan Morton expand on his groundbreaking Far Beyond calendar, and motivated its elite men’s and women’s squads to compete among the world’s best in professional cycling. Now, with the same spirit of […]

THE BIG APPLE JUST GOT BIGGER: ZWIFT’S BIGGEST EXPANSION IN YEARS IS HERE Join Zwift Unlocked Stage 4 & 5 for the best experience on Zwift’s new roads Zwift’s New York map just got better. Starting today, with Stage 4 of Zwift Unlocked, Zwifters will be able to ride or run Zwift’s latest expansion. 31km […]

As Decathlon expands its global cycling presence, the retail giant is rebranding its premium road line under the Van Rysel name — a label already making waves in the WorldTour with the Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale team. From the sleek RCR race bikes to a full range of helmets, shoes, and apparel, Van Rysel aims […]

Pas Normal Studios cool and wet weather kit: The winter is on the way in the northern hemisphere, but our man in Spain, Alastair Hamilton, is have a mixed bag of weather at the moment, with hot, cold and wet conditions. So, what better time to take a close look at Pas Normal Studios autumn […]

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 […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: LA’s Pedal-Powered Happy Hour Fundraising Celebration Bringing together cyclists from daily commuters to weekend warriors & everyone in between! Saturday, November 15, 2025; 12 p.m.–3 p.m. BikeLA (formerly Los Angeles County Bicycle Coalition) hosts its 4th Annual LA BikeFest Fundraiser Happy Hour and Celebration of bike-minded people from daily commuters […]

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 […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: Get ready for an unforgettable three-day cycling adventure through the heart of Southern California’s desert landscapes!   This supported cycle-tour contains road, gravel, and bike camping for 2 nights with a hotel on the final night. No need for panniers as Crazy Bikes will carry the heavy stuff.  Ride Details […]