Dehydration is one of the biggest threats to peak cycling performance—especially in hot and humid conditions. But what if you could delay its effects before your ride even begins? Enter hyperhydration: a science-backed strategy designed to increase your body’s fluid reserves before you hit the saddle. By combining sodium, glycerol, or both, hyperhydration can expand […]

This story originally appeared in the May/June 2023 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine as “The Big Easy.” New Orleans is perched upon a 7,000-year-old expanse of alluvium called the Lower Mississippi River Delta. The landscape is humid, muddy, and flat, either at sea level or just below it. Before Europeans settled here in the early […]

Here at PEZ we’re not just WATCHING the Tour de France Femmes Avec Zwift; we’re FEATURING them! Today’s EuroTrash goes all in on the women’s Tour, from two riders doubling up on stage wins to a couple of racers who don’t seem to age — to Ferrand-Prévot’s audacity on the Madeleine and ultimate victory. Plus […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: High-Altitude Challenges and Community Spirit Shine in Big Bear Lake The 2025 Tour de Big Bear, held on Saturday, August 2nd, once again cemented its place as one of Southern California’s premier cycling events. Set in the picturesque mountain town of Big Bear Lake, the event drew cyclists from across […]

While watching Tour de France commentaries this year on YouTube, I discovered that there were short daily summaries from the UK’s ITV, featuring Ned Boulting and David Millar. This was very timely as Ned Boulting’s latest book is about his life as a cycling commentator, a job that came to an end after this year’s […]

Giulio Ciccone of Lidl-Trek made a triumphant return to racing with a resounding win at the 2025 Clasica San Sebastian in Spain. The win marks the best way back for the Italian star, after recovering from a crash at the 2025 Giro d’Italia which forced his withdrawal in May. – This race wrap is courtesy […]

Ex-Rider Interview: The late 70s and early 80s was a great time for cycling, there were many ‘heroes of the road’, not just Eddy Merckx, but a load of Belgians and Italians. Johan De Muynck was a classy rider, but he was up against the system that kept the top men… at the top. De […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: Tour de Foothills 2025, taking place on Saturday, November 8, 2025, in Downtown Upland, CA, will proudly honor Veterans, Active Military Members, and Para-Cyclists with a community-driven celebration of service, strength, and sport. Through its “Your Registration at Work” initiative, the event will offer free ride entry for these honored […]

Sometimes the best way to see the world clearly is looking through another lens. Which is why, when it came time to judge this year’s photo contest, we asked Micheli Oliver for a fresh perspective. A native of rural Colorado, Oliver is a filmmaker, photographer, and journalist who’s collaborated with brands including Fujifilm, Patagonia, Protect […]

Gear Break: Fizik Vega Carbon Road Shoe review, special Watch the Femmes Edition Smart Frame from Zwift, aero gravel-gear system from Apidura, Fulcrum Sharq 57 wheels, limited edition Dogma F Luxter Green 1K from Pinarello, Muc-Off Big Bore Lite Tubeless Valves Fizik Vega Carbon Road Shoes – $469.99 Fizik says: Vega Carbon is our latest top-level […]

One of the allures of committing to a ride with a group of friends or a cycling club is that it often takes you to new places, roads, and trails, and motivates you to get going. So that’s why when the Peterborough, Trent-Severn and Lilac Ride date was set earlier this year, I was quick […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: Live streaming coverage of ‘The Race Across The Sky’  presented by Orange Seal for the very first time The 2025 Life Time Grand Prix returns in epic fashion as the Life Time Leadville Trail 100 MTB presented by Kenetik takes center stage on Saturday, August 9th. For the first time […]

If you’re looking for your next unforgettable cycling adventure, set your sights on the scenic K&P Trail. Stretching 180km from downtown Kingston to Renfrew, 90km of this multi-use recreation rail trail winds through beautiful Frontenac County. With its changing landscapes, from flat limestone through the St. Lawrence lowlands to rugged Canadian Shield rock cuts, the […]

In this week’s AIRmail newsletter, The Outer Line takes an in-depth look at trending cycling news: Van Aert Takes Revamped Final Stage; Does Cycling Have a Fatal Concentration of Power? Creative Doping Excuses; Why Clean Cyclists are Faster Today; De Marchi Speaks Out on Israel-Gaza Situation … # Catch up on pro cycling – and […]

Before the Tour fades from our attention, new EuroTrash-Man Mike Fee shares memories of the triumphant, the woe-provoking, and the surprising from a Grand Boucle that brought us more of the same, and some of what’s to come — and checks in on the Tour de France Femmes as it enters its second half. TOP […]

Last Sunday, we were treated to a rarity: an open, thrilling final stage of the Tour de France. Good thing that the promise of three ascents of Montmartre to the base of Sacre Coeur proved gripping to the fans, though, because most riders seemed less than thrilled at the prospect of a departure from the traditional romp […]

It’s officially summer north of the equator, so it’s that time of year for your warm weather riding wardrobe. The Q36.5 Dolomites Extreme and Gregarius collections offer a wide array of choices to stay cool and look cool. The pieces in the collections are engineered to excel in the uniquely extreme and volatile conditions found […]

Stage 18 of the 2025 Tour de France was a stark reminder of just how extreme the race has become. With over 5,600 meters of climbing and a brutal summit finish at Courchevel, even the world’s best riders were pushed to the edge of collapse. As gaunt faces crossed the line in ones and twos, […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: Bike Temecula Valley, in partnership with the City of Temecula, is proud to announce the return of Ride the Vines on Sunday, October 19, 2025—a premier cycling event showcasing the natural beauty, vibrant community, and award-winning vineyards of the Temecula Valley. Now in its fourth year, Ride the Vines has grown into a highly […]

In today’s health-conscious world, nutrition books are a go-to resource for training and diet advice—but how credible are their authors? With the explosion of diet fads and self-published health gurus, it’s more important than ever to critically assess who’s behind the claims. From conflicts of interest to questionable qualifications, this article breaks down a recent […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: 2025 Tour de France – Final Week Recap Pogacar Seals Fourth Title as Big Names Shine in Alps and Paris The final week of the 2025 Tour de France delivered unforgettable moments, from decisive mountain attacks to a dramatic Champs-Élysées finale. As the race moved through the Alps and toward […]

Race Wrap: The 2025 Tour de France must be considered as one of the most difficult in history. From the opening nine-days of Northern Classic themed stages, all raced at astonishing speed, to the extraordinarily mountainous second half where even the transition stages went through the Massif Central and the Jura Mountains, the racers were […]

2025 Tour de France Stage 21 Report: Tadej Pogačar (UAE Emirates XRG) has won the 2025 Tour de France. The Slovenian World champion knew he had won 50 kilometres before the finish in Paris, when the times were neutralised due to wet, slippery conditions. Pogačar joined Jonas Vingegaard (Visma | Lease a Bike) and Florian […]

Our bookshelves are groaning with volumes devoted to the Tour de France, the world’s preeminent cycling road race. Books about the Tour in 1903; great climbs of the Tour; famous stages of the Tour; the Tour de France seen from above; the France of the Tour de France; biographies of pros who won it five […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: The Top Women’s Stage Race Returns for an Epic Edition from Brest to Hautacam The 2025 Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift returns with another powerful display of endurance, strategy, and high-level women’s racing. Running from July 26 to August 3, 2025, the race will feature nine stages across western […]