With the apparent gradual extinction of professional-level road racing in the United States and the popular rise of gravel racing, it is easy sometimes to overlook another type of bike racing that has a long history in North America. While the biggest and most celebrated gravel races seem to take place in the middle of […]

2024 Il Lombardia Race Report: Tadej Pogačar has won Il Lombardia for the fourth time in a row. The World champion rode away from the peloton on the Colma di Sormano and then soloed to the seventh monument victory of his career. Remco Evenepoel (Soudal Quick-Step) left the other chasers for second place and Giulio […]

Roadside Report: 07.00: the alarm blasts, but it’s not too painful, only two grappas last night. La Gazzetta Dello Sport tells us that it’s the 104th edition of the Giro di Lombardia with “196 corridori di 25 nazioni e di 25 squadre.” It’s time for one last Monument, one last big race for 2010. Read […]

This article originally appeared in the 2025 Nov/Dec issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine.  “The earth has a small negative charge of around 200 millivolts, and humans have about the opposite.” I nodded, unsure of the science behind this assertion, as Mark, a pediatric surgeon turned mental health therapist, explained his theories to me at the […]

“Spectating at Il Lombardia” was the subject of the email from PEZ-Fan Ron V. looking for tips on following the best one day race of the season (if you ask me). I had the perfect itinerary for him – since I’d done something very similar with PEZ-man Alessandro back in 2015. With the rescheduled Lombardia […]

If cycling is your passion, you might not be a stranger to the idea of taking a dedicated holiday around this hobby. This can be a great way of seeing some scenic new sights while getting in a healthy amount of exercise. If you are new to these kinds of trips, you can start with […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: Cynisca Cycling Welcomes Alexis Magner and Heidi Franz to 2025 Roster Cynisca Cycling is proud to announce Alexis Magner (neé Ryan) and Heidi Franz have signed to join the team’s 2025 roster. Alexis Magner: Leadership and Experience for Cynisca Magner is currently one of the leading criterium racers in the […]

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Cycling is a popular leisure activity that doubles as an exciting professional sport. You can clear your mind while you enjoy the beautiful scenery provided by Mother Nature on a bike, and you can also relax by watching experts compete against each other. However, you can also experience cycling at its professional level, and your […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: Lorenzo Finn Set to Continue with Red Bull-BORA-hansgrohe in U23 Category The freshly crowned U19 World Champion Cyclist Lorenzo Finn will continue with Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe in the U23 category. The Italian will join the new Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe Rookies, a U23 squad registered as […]

Il Lombardia Race Preview: The days are shorter, the leaves are falling and 2024 cycling season is almost over. But there is one ‘big bash’ left – Il Lombardia. The fifth and final Monument Classic of the season, a race with a long history and many epic editions. The ‘Race of the Falling (Dead) Leaves’ […]

As we get ready for the last Monument of the year, Il Lombardia, we catch up with the Coppa Bernocchi and the weather hit Tre Valli Varesine with video, results, reports and rider’s thoughts. Il Lombardia 2024: The entry list and all the info – TOP STORY. Rider news: Vuelta crash leaves deep scars on […]

Wout van Aert is now a well-known name in the world of cycling, impressing fans with his strong performances and ability to succeed in different types of races. He has won major races and also faced tough challenges, including a serious crash. His determination to bounce back from this setback has made him one of […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: The world’s premier cycling festival of the Life Time Sea Otter Classic is back for 2025 and is set for April 10-13, 2025 in the iconic setting of Laguna Seca Recreation Area. The 2025 edition of the Sea Otter Classic is set to be better than ever, bringing tens of […]

VIDEO: As we count down to the final Monument of the 2024 pro road cycling season, I talk with Chris Horner about the Giro di Lombardia, running 252km form Bergamo to Como and taking in the climbs around one of cycling most scenic regions, and what makes this race so special. Click Play to watch […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: Switching to an electric bike changed the way I commute. When I first heard about e-bikes, I was skeptical. Could they really save me money? Would they fit my lifestyle? After a bit of research and a lot of thinking, I decided to give it a shot. And boy, was […]

The signature climb of the Giro di Lombardia summits at the famous Madonna del Ghisallo church, high above Lake Como in Northern Italy. This tiny ‘chiesa’ is home to the Patron Saint of Cyclists, and is a must see on any trip to the region – here’s a look inside. Regular PEZ-Fans will know this […]

The weather is getting colder, so if you’re a fan of indoor riding, you’re probaby about to fire up Zwift. If you’re like me, you might like to jump into a race or two every week. They make the time go by and they are (sort of) fun! Enter the Zwift Racing Score. The online […]

Since 2005, riders involved in a crash or mechanical issue within the last three kilometres of a stage have been automatically credited with the same time as their group, as a safety measure. This rule will no longer apply starting Jan. 1, 2025. The rule was originally one kilometre. The latest update from the Union […]

If you park in a bike lane in Hamilton, Ont., you’re going to pay through the nose—and advocates hope drivers will finally get the message. City politicians recently increased the fine from a mere $33 to $200. Staff had originally recommended simply doubling the amount, but advocates pushed for a much larger increase. “We think […]

It’s been a busy year for Rocky Mountain, reinventing its Altitude enduro bike and, just a couple weeks later, releasing a refined and updated version of its Instinct trail bike. After a good seven months on the Instinct, we’re checking back in to see if this do-it-all bike can actually do everything well, or at […]

Gaspé’s Pier-André Côté is set to join Israel – Premier Tech’s ProTeam in 2025 after stepping up from the IPT Academy team on a two-year contract. He will become the sixth Canadian rider on the team next year. The 27-year-old rider has had a solid 2024. Recently, he finished fifth overall at the CRO Race […]

Tuesday was the 103rd Tre Valli Varesine, another venerable 1.Pro Italian race on the road to Saturday’s final Monument of the season, Il Lombardia, the Race of the Falling Leaves. But so wretched was the rain that race organizers shut it down after 58 km. There will be no 2024 champion; the last titlist remains […]

With 100 kilometres still to go in the Tre Valli Varesine, the race was called off due to heavy rain and dangerously poor conditions. World champion Tadej Pogačar fully supported the decision, emphasizing that it was the right call. “At the neutralized start, there were already seven flat tires and a few broken wheels. We […]

When a new mountain bike video comes out, sometimes you can wait to watch it later. Not so when there’s a new Danny MacAskill video. You know it’s gonna be a banger. And if you can be the first one to share it with your buddies, well, then you win. Of course, Danny’s latest piece […]