SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: Been in a bike accident? Every year 1,377 bicyclists are killed on American roads. 53% more than a decade ago. And check this out… 80% of those deaths are the fault of careless drivers. Not the cyclist. Not the road conditions. Negligence. If you’ve been hit while riding a bike […]

Stage 16 of La Vuelta 25 had to be shortened due to protests, but it didn’t prevent Egan Bernal (Ineos Grenadiers) from taking his 58th professional victory, and his first in the Spanish Grand Tour. The Colombian icon made the decisive breakaway on the roads of Galicia, where he proved to be a driving force […]

The 2025 Vuelta a España enters its decisive final week with Jonas Vingegaard and João Almeida locked in a razor-thin GC battle, while protests continue to threaten the race’s outcome. Beyond the peloton, major shifts are reshaping the wider world of sports—from Nielsen’s overhaul of TV ratings that could redefine sports economics, to the ongoing […]

TOOLBOX:  Sleep is one of the most powerful recovery tools for athletes, yet it is often overlooked compared to training and nutrition. Emerging research shows that what you eat—and when you eat it—can significantly impact sleep quality, recovery, and performance. From carbohydrate-rich dinners and tryptophan-dense proteins to supplements like tart cherry juice and melatonin, nutrition […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: 2025 Vuelta a España – Stage 10 to Stage 15 Highlights Second Week Drama in the Vuelta The second week of the 2025 Vuelta a España brought fireworks with relentless climbing, daring breakaways, and a mix of chaos and triumph. While Jonas Vingegaard (Visma–Lease a Bike) remained steady in the […]

Columbus is preparing for one of the most impactful weekends on its calendar as Pelotonia 2026 approaches. This two-day cycling event in August will welcome over 6,000 riders who will take on distances ranging from 24 to 190 miles, supported by countless volunteers and spectators. More than just an athletic challenge, the ride directly funds […]

On this rest day morning, we dive deep into UAE’s “strategy” — which may well be working — plus check in on the week’s other rides and races in England, the Netherlands and Maryland. TOP STORY:  UAE’s Strategy: We Want It All Race News: Dramatic Finale and Emotional Farewell Mark 2025 Lloyds Tour of Britain […]

LA VUELTA 2025 STAGE 15 | A VEIGA/VEGADEO > MONFORTE DE LEMOS Today’s report from La Vuelta – Holy cow, folks! After a week and a half of near-misses and podium heartbreaks, Lidl-Trek finally broke their curse at the Vuelta a España, and who else but Mads Pedersen was the one to do it? The […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: CicLAvia—Historic South Central Meets Watts 2025: 6.25 Miles of Car-Free Streets CicLAvia will return on Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with its 62nd car-free, open streets event: CicLAvia—Historic South Central meets Watts. The event will transform 6.25 miles of South Central Avenue into a vibrant, […]

Once upon a time pretty much everything was painstakingly made by hand until the Industrial Revolution and the rise of mass production. Economies of scale meant that manufacturing vast quantities of identical goods was good for the pockets of both the producer and the consumer. But there still remain a few outposts where individualization and […]

LA VUELTA 2025 STAGE 14 AVILÉS > LA FARRAPPONA Today’s report from La Vuelta – The day after Joao Almeida conquered L’Angliru, it was Marc Soler’s turn to shine for UAE Team Emirates-XRG on La Farrapona. The Spanish attacker delivered a masterclass performance to claim a summit he had previously settled for second on behind David […]

Kingbull has unveiled a new fat ebike, the Rover 2.0. This bike brings together power, range, and comfort in one sleek, sturdy package. It has a rugged frame, a robust Bafang motor, a reliable Samsung battery, and a full suspension system that enables it to conquer every terrain. The Rover 2.0 is suitable for riders […]

l’Angliru Look Back: Ed Hood made his first pilgrimage to the mythical climb of the Alto de l’Angliru back in 2008. As the 2025 edition of the Vuelta a España climbed l’Angliru on stage 13, we take a look back at Ed’s expedition to the heights of Northern Spain. In January we lost our friend […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: Upland Park Criterium Photo Gallery The Upland Park Criterium, part of the Race on Route 66 Weekend, wrapped up an incredible weekend of racing with a full day of fast-paced action at Upland Memorial Park. Riders faced a fun yet technical course filled with tight turns and short straights that […]

Cryptocurrency is steadily carving out a place within sports and gaming, influencing payment options and betting habits in new ways. Cryptocurrency’s integration into sports and gambling is gaining momentum, with more events and platforms accepting digital currencies like Bitcoin. In 2024, global crypto payments topped an estimated $1.3 trillion, a figure that underscores how digital […]

LA VUELTA 2025 STAGE 13  CABEZÓN DE LA SAL > L’ANGLIRU Today’s report from La Vuelta – Jonas Vingegaard (Visma–Lease a Bike) had to settle for second on Friday, despite setting his sights on conquering L’Angliru with La Roja on his shoulders – an achievement that would have made him the first leader of La Vuelta to […]

In this week’s Gear Break we have some new and exciting bikes ranging from race-ready road to all-road and beyond. First up, Mosaic Cycles RT-Zero “halo” bike showing off the future Mosaic envisions for itself. Pinarello, this week, have released the latest F-Series range. Then, we have the Pashley Cycles Wildfinder, a new steel all-terrain […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: Hoag Orthopedic Institute (HOI), one of the largest providers of orthopedic care in the nation, is proud to sponsor the 2nd annual Back to You Bike Ride on Saturday, September 20, departing from Irvine. Hosted by Hoag Orthopedics — the non-profit, education and research organization founded by Hoag Orthopedic Institute […]

Conditions were quite peaceful before the stage. All the drama on today’s Vuelta stage happily took place on the road rather than off: Pro-Palestinian protests were visible but peaceful and unobtrusive, and while Juan Ayuso was central to today’s developments, his riding was the focus rather than his employment. Ayuso was all smiles after the […]

Your roundup of cycling news — and cycling-proximate news, including the rising tension between Juan Ayuso and UAE-Team Emirates. Plus racing in Britain and at the Simac Ladies’ Tour, several signings — and MVDP the brand. TOP STORY:  Ayuso’s Sudden Ouster Devolves into Polemics…But Is Anyone Surprised? (eTrash Mike Commentary) Race News: Cool Kooij Doubles […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: Participants ride, run or walk in support of groundbreaking cancer research Ride, Run, and Walk to Support Cancer Research in Orange County The UC Irvine Anti-Cancer Challenge is gearing up for its ninth annual event, rallying thousands to ride, run and walk on a special day dedicated to raising funds […]

Finally this Vuelta grants us a stage without a set-piece finale: No hockey stick, this parcours; instead, its rollicking profile, looking like a row from Joy Division’s iconic Unknown Pleasures album cover design, served up attacking action, and promised late-stage drama. Parts of Stage 11 were relatively peaceful… Instead, though, we were left with unfulfilled suspense — […]

A day after what has arguable the biggest news coming out of Spain in the last 2 weeks — nothing to do with the Vuelta, but the announcement that super-talent Juan Ayuso woud be leaving UAE Team Emirates — a mountainous 175.3 km tussle from Parque de la Naturaleza Sendaviva to the summit of El […]

Bike breakdowns and gear choices often grab attention in bikepacking and ultra-distance races — but nutrition is what truly carries riders to the finish. As a sports dietitian and first-time participant in the Trans North Georgia Adventure (TNGA), a 350+ mile self-supported race with nearly 40,000 feet of climbing, I set out to test my […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source:   The 2025 Vuelta a España kicked off with nine action-packed stages across Italy, France, Andorra, and Spain. From explosive sprints to punishing mountain climbs, the opening week has already provided plenty of drama. Stage victories have been split between top sprinters, powerhouse climbers, and opportunistic attackers, while the general […]