Now that the cold weather is round the corner and the icy wind is starting to blowing, it’s time to return to the Pain Cave, where the sun is always shining, the fans are blowing hard and refreshments and the bathroom are close at hand. No flat tires, no mechanicals and no excuses – it’s […]

As we wonder at the Tadej Pogačar domination, EUROTRASH Thursday takes in all the latest news from the peloton: Video, report and results from the Giro del Veneto. Q36.5 is doing everything it can to sign Tom Pidcock – TOP STORY. Rider news: Michael Boogerd speculates on the many Visma | Lease a Bike injuries […]

Now that the 2024 road season is over, we can look back on the top winners; Tadej Pogačar and Mathieu van der Poel and their move up the table of all-time Monument winners. Between the two stars, they have won Liège-Bastogne-Liège, Il Lombardia (Pogačar), Ronde van Vlaanderen and Paris-Roubaix (Van der Poel) this season. They […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: New event lineup unveiled for the 2025 Life Time Grand Prix; Athlete Application Window Now Open   Life Time, the nation’s premier healthy lifestyle brand and athletic event producer, has announced the structure for the 2025 Life Time Grand Prix. Entering its fourth edition, the Life Time Grand Prix is […]

As the cooler weather sets in and most cyclists break out wind vests and arm warmers, a great opportunity lies in the next few weeks to build some solid base fitness while burning off some excess body fat. Who should consider changing body composition during base season? While many cyclists are thought to be “skinny” […]

As the cooler weather sets in and most cyclists break out wind vests and arm warmers, a great opportunity lies in the next few weeks to build some solid base fitness while burning off some excess body fat. Who should consider changing body composition during base season? While many cyclists are thought to be “skinny” […]

This story originally appeared in the 2024 Nov/Dec issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine’s Final Mile essay anthology. On the outskirts of Shanghai, the buildings began to grow skyward. Factories morphed into apartment complexes. Apartments stretched into office towers. It felt like I was cycling into a man-made canyon, its glass and steel walls a potent […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: Accidents between drivers and cyclists are an unfortunate reality on today’s roads. As urban areas grow and cycling becomes a more popular mode of transportation, the likelihood of collisions has increased. Understanding the shared responsibilities of both drivers and cyclists can significantly enhance safety and reduce the frequency of accidents. […]

COROS is well known for their GPS watches, but is coming on strong with a line of bike computers – and the DURA is the newest. What sets it apart from Garmin, Wahoo, and Hammerhead is that the COROS DURA is solar powered with a claimed 120 hours on a full charge plus up to […]

The last big race of the season was another show of strength by Tadej Pogačar in Il Lombardia. All the latest race news in EUROTRASH Monday: Il Lombardia, the GranPiemonte, the men’s and women’s Chrono des Nations and the Exact Cross Be-Mine Cross in Beringen with video, rider quotes, reports and results. Evenepoel emotional – […]

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 […]