Critérium du Dauphiné 2023 preview: Everything you need to know
A look at the route and the favorites for the Dauphiné – and some info you didn't know you needed to know too!
Meg Fisher is growing gravel one para-cyclist at a time
The 4x Paralympic medalist switched to gravel and found a community she wants to share.
Challenge Getaway XP gravel tire review
Superb grip, a fast roll, more protection, and – finally – no longer a headache to install.
Why is Igor Makarov pushing out weird sponsored content for cyclists?
Cycling's shadowy oligarch has '5 endurance tips for cyclers', but what is his real motive here?
Q&A: Nathan Earle on winning the Tour of Japan after a near-fatal crash
Nine months after being hit by a truck, Aussie veteran Nathan Earle is back to his winning ways. Here he reflects on his comeback, and his long, storied time in the sport.
Is a new Factor O2 VAM coming soon?
Dylan Teuns' blacked-out bike looks like a new aero-optimised but lightweight-focused Factor.
The fastest human bullet train wants a crack at the round-the-world record
Ultracyclist and YouTuber Jack Thompson on what it takes to create his projects, and his next monumental challenge.
Dangerholm goes road: A look at the Scott Foil Liquid
Best known for incredible mountain bike builds, Dangerholm gives the road a go.
I tried to convince an AI to get into cycling. I found a friend
"Do you like hugging me? Does that get your heart racing?"
Placeholders: Rating the Giro and good vibes
The Placeholders crew considers what rating this Giro deserved, talks about the good vibes, and considers the Evenepoel to Ineos rumors.
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Commentary: Remco Evenepoel is not a toy
Yes, his Giro d'Italia DNF was a shock. Criticism of it suggests some have a dangerously entitled view of what racers owe us.
1998 Tour of Luxembourg winner to pretend to go to Mars
Little-known former cyclist nets reality TV appearance.
Escape Exclusive: Inside the collapse of Zaaf
The question isn’t only why the Zaaf team is failing; it’s how it was allowed to exist at all.
Five years after his death at Paris-Roubaix, Michael Goolaerts rides on in memory
For Goolaerts' parents, it's important Michael's name is not forgotten.
Cape Epic: Third time around, could we tame the untamed race?
After illness ended their first attempt, and COVID cancelled their second, would it be third time lucky for Wade and Alby?
Challenge Getaway XP gravel tire review
Superb grip, a fast roll, more protection, and – finally – no longer a headache to install.
Is a new Factor O2 VAM coming soon?
Dylan Teuns' blacked-out bike looks like a new aero-optimised but lightweight-focused Factor.
Dangerholm goes road: A look at the Scott Foil Liquid
Best known for incredible mountain bike builds, Dangerholm gives the road a go.
Review: Forge+Bond 25 GR gravel wheelset
A distinctly smooth and damped ride quality with a curiously secretive manufacturing process.
Anger Management: Tube recycling is good, but repair and reuse are still better
I appreciate what Schwalbe is doing by expanding its tube recycling program, but there’s another message we should be sending instead.
Order is restored: Geraint Thomas has new white sunglasses
After 12 years in Oakley Racing Jackets, Geraint Thomas' new eyewear sponsor has come through with the goods.
Why is Igor Makarov pushing out weird sponsored content for cyclists?
Cycling's shadowy oligarch has '5 endurance tips for cyclers', but what is his real motive here?
Spin Cycle: A big weekend for dads
Whoever wrote the script to the finale of this Giro d'Italia needs a raise.
Join Team Rupe – Help Rupert Guinness conquer the Race Across America
Long-time cycling journalist Rupert Guinness is taking on the Race Across America. You can help.
Spin Cycle: Stink bombs are wearisome for everyone
Are you a Lapparti-aren't or a Lapparti-...yes?
British Cycling to ban transgender women from competing in female category
There will now be two competitive categories: 'Female' and 'Open'.
Placeholders: Rating the Giro and good vibes
The Placeholders crew considers what rating this Giro deserved, talks about the good vibes, and considers the Evenepoel to Ineos rumors.
Geek Warning: Dropped chains, dropped thumbs, and how to buy your first handmade bike
James Huang, Dave Rome, and Ronan Mc Laughlin are on hand this week to talk about Primož Roglič's dropped chain, Campagnolo’s new Super Record Wireless electronic road groupset, and new spokes from DT Swiss, among other things.
Wheel Talk: The RideLondon vs. Thüringen problem
With special guest Rebecca Charlton!
Pretty Serious Bike Racing: The Giro’s thrilling finale
Kit Nicholson joined Dane Cash and Cosmo Catalano to talk Giro and RideLondon.
Placeholders: Rascast redux, Cavendish, and the Giro
Ronan Mc Laughlin and Jonny Long join Caley Fretz on the Placeholders Podcast for a final update on the Rás and much more.
Geek Warning: Good entry-level aluminum bikes are rad
The Geek Warning crew discusses the updated Allez from Specialized, Kask's new Elemento, Wahoo news, Bontrager news, and more.
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