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October 27, 2025
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Viviani has dream final world championships


"Elia Viviani takes gold in elimination: ‘I was nervous beforehand as if it were my first race."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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USA Cycling Captures Three Medals at 2025 Track World Championships


"Moore takes silver in points race, Johnson and Dygert earn bronze medals in pursuit events as Team USA delivers best worlds performance in decades."
(cyclingwest.com) Picture by Simon Wilkinson/SWpix.com
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'This is really not normal' - The Netherlands' Harrie Lavreysen makes history with four gold medals at Track World Championships


"Olympic champion seals clean sweep in Chile."
By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Simon Wilkinson/SWPix)
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Tadej Pogacar dominated 2025 season, but he is not the one who's won the most - Top10 riders by wins 2025 season


"Most would believe Tadej Pogacar is the one who has raised his arms in glory the most this year but that would be incorrect."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Alessandro De Marchi's farewell reveals a rare highlight of his career


"At his farewell in Buja, Alessandro De Marchi looked back on fifteen years in the peloton. Among all the races and breakaways, one memory stood out."
By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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€27 million - Mathieu van der Poel's Alpecin Deceuninck reportedly has half of UAE Team Emirates' budge


"Money means a lot in the world of cycling, and looking at UAE Team Emirates XRG it is easy to see this develop as the team is able to sign multiple of the world's most successful riders and at the same time many of the brightest talents."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Issues looming for Red Bull and its seven leaders - With Roglic looking the least secure in his spot


"Florian Lipowitz, Primoz Roglic, Giulio Pellizzari, Aleksandr Vlasov, Jai Hindley, Dani Martinez, and from 2026 onwards, Remco Evenepoel..."
By Hendrik Boermans (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Ex-Lotto manager Heulot: 'We were set to announce a co-sponsor on the Tour’s second rest day'


"Weeks after stepping down as general manager of Lotto, Stéphane Heulot has opened up about the reasons behind his departure and his disillusionment with the way professional cycling is evolving."
By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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2025 Bespoked Dresden Was Not What I Expected


"When people ask what I thought of the show, I begin with, “Well, it’s in an airport.” Watching their faces when they realize what I just said is so fun. “What? Really? How?!"
By John Watson (theradavist.com) Photos: Spencer Harding
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Echelon EX-5s review: A real competitor to Peloton and this one might just charm you off the proper smart trainer too


"With convenience the real key to forming good habits there's a lot going for this kind of exercise bike, even if you're a 'proper cyclist' who has overlooked them before – if you can get past the obvious differences."
By Hannah Bussey (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Hannah Bussey)
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October 27, 2025
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Racing and winning mountain bike races at 70: The secrets and strategies behind Ned Overend's incredible longevity


"Ned Overend is one of the original legends of mountain biking, and at 70 years of age, the former cross country world champ is still winning races and beating riders a quarter of his age. We tracked Ned down to learn the secrets of his speed."
By Steve Thomas (road.cc) [Image by Romulo Cruz/Specialized]
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'He's obviously world class' - Kooij leads Decathlon's sprint revolution for 2026


"The Dutch sprinter has the backing of his new French team ahead of an ambitious project where a Tour de France debut is likely on the cards for 2026."
By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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Chinese bikes and components galore, 21mm tires and rim brakes FTW: Some of the most intriguing bikes and set-ups from the 2025 National Hill Climb Championships


"It wasn't just weight savings on display at the soggy 2025 National Hill Climb Championships, as riders all the way up to the top step of the podium demonstrated that you don't always have to spend big to go very fast uphill."
By Michael Kirkman (road.cc) (credit: Mick Kirkman)
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'I threatened to walk' - Wiggins on Froome's unexpected attack during 2012 Tour de France


"In his new book "The Chain," Wiggins explained how Froome's unexpected solo attack during Stage 11 of the 2012 Tour de France left him feeling betrayed by his own lieutenant."
By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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'There’s nothing wrong with the wheels' - Chris King, Revel, Reynolds and others respond to FusionFiber supplier shutdown


"Following the abrupt closure of CSS Composites, wheel brands move to reassure riders and outline replacement and warranty plans."
By Anne-Marije Rook (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Anne-Marije Rook)
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A helmet with a crash detection system from Lumos, plus more cool things for urban riding from Shimano, Rapha, Merida + Michelin


"From smart helmets and reflective gear to tires, bikes, and drivetrains, here's some of the latest and greatest kit to land at road.cc HQ."
By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc)
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Q & A Regarding Solutions for Hand Numbness, Tingling and Pain


"A solution for some riders is a suspension stem. Redshift Sports makes one that gets great reviews."
By Jim Langley (roadbikerider.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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We Test Hookless


"Let me start by staying I understand the concern people have with hookless. I really do. I have seen tire blow offs, just like I have seen wheels implode. I have had these things happen to me personally."
by Eric Wynn (slowtwitch.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Is the Oura Ring Gen 4 worth it? Here's what we think after four months of testing


"We liked the Oura Ring Gen 4 so much that we named it the best smart ring and the best sleep tracker on the market. That does not mean it will work for everyone, though, especially in the long term."
By Anna Gora (livescience.com) (Image credit: Anna Gora)
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October 27, 2025
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'Monumental moment' as Lidl becomes majority owner of Lidl Trek


"After joining as title sponsor in 2023, the Lidl supermarket group has now formally taken over majority ownership of the Lidl Trek squad ahead of the 2026 season."
By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingweekly.com)
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Tom Pidcock transfer: Hit or miss? Briton moves away from Ineos and World Tour and finds his best self again


"At the end of 2025 we look back and question: Was it a hit or miss?"
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Imago
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How Bas Tietema turned a YouTube experiment into a Tour-ready cycling team


"A few seasons ago, the thought of Dylan Groenewegen and Wout Poels, who share 8 Grand Tour stage wins and a monument between them, joining a team born from YouTube videos would have seemed absurd."
By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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‘Every sport needs competition’ - Bas Tietema questions UAE’s grip on cycling


"The Unibet Rose Rockets founder and owner spoke about balance, uncertainty and why even success can become a problem when it starts to feel inevitable."
By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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'We want to keep growing' - UAE Team Emirates XRG aim to improve on record-breaking 2025


"Matxin revealed the key to the team's collective success and the importance of striving to become even better in 2026."
By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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Zwift’s New York City Expansion Now Available: First Ride Details!


"The big ticket item for many is ‘new pavement,’ and today that new pavement arrives in the form of some 31KM of new roads, which Zwift is saying is the largest new pavement day in 5 years."
By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
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Cyclist’s way too early Tour de France Femmes 2026 predictions


"Will Demi Vollering crush French hopes on Mont Ventoux? Will Sarah Gigante banish her downhill demons? We predict every stage and jersey winner at the 2026 Tour de France Femmes."
By Ewan Wilson (cyclist.co.uk) (Image credit: Zac Williams/SWpix.com via cyclingnews.com)
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French cyclist says he will continue record-breaking attempts despite 50-day spell in Russian prison


"A French cyclist who spent 50 days in custody in Russia said he would seek to break another record despite his hopes of doing the fastest bike ride from Portugal to the Pacific being dashed by customs officials."
By Guy Faulconbridge (sports.yahoo.com) (REUTERS)
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Coospo X1 Electric Tiny Bike Pump


"Excellent alternative to CO2, if rather noisy."
By Steve Williams (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc)
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MAAP Introduces the PRO Aero Jersey with Sleeves that Save Up to 8 Watts


"MAAP believes that at the heart of their new PRO Aero Jersey is its new proprietary AARTERO Flyte fabric."
Written by Travis Reill (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Column One
October 26, 2025
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Blogs, Articles

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Vanthourenhout outduels Ronhaar to claim Druivencross victory after late surge


"Michael Vanthourenhout produced a masterclass in patience and precision to win the men’s Superprestige Overijse."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (screenshot)
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Mathieu van der Poel’s record-breaking 8th CX World Championship depends on one thing, says Belgian ex-pro: “If he feels it could jeopardize his spring…”


"As the cyclocross season hits full stride, the question echoing across the sport is simple: when will Mathieu van der Poel return to the mud?"
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Imago
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Chloe Dygert Claims Bronze in Individual Pursuit at the 2025 UCI Track World Championships


"Dygert catches her opponent in the bronze medal final to secure another podium finish for Team USA in Santiago."
By: Angelina Palermo (usacycling.org) (Image Credit not Found)
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“Stage 18 is really a disgrace - It makes no sense:” Tour de France route designers under fire for controversial 2026 parcours


"Dutch ex-pro turned analyst Thijs Zonneveld has never been one to hold back — and his verdict on the newly revealed 2026 Tour de France route is as sharp as ever."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: ASO via cyclingnews.com)
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“If you can’t trust the guys in the same kit, who can you trust?” - Bradley Wiggins reflects on fractured relationships with Froome and Brailsford during his 2012 Tour de France triumph


"Thirteen years after his historic Tour de France victory, Bradley Wiggins has opened up about the internal tensions that marked his time at Team Sky."
By Félix Serna (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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2025 T-Lab X3 Titanium Gravel Bike First Look


"Respect the roads, respect the locals, respect the land, respect your fellow cyclists."
By JOM (gravelcyclist.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Storck Grix.3 Gravel Bike gets Minor if Practical Updates


"The new Storck Grix.3 gravel bike gets a redesigned fork, UDH compatibility, and new cockpit unit. Spend big for the Pro model and you’ll also get a modern, glossy finish."
Written by BikeRumor Staff (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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2025 Telenet Superprestige Cyclocross Overijse Live Streams


"The 2025 Telenet Superprestige Cyclocross Overijse, Belgium is Sunday, October 26.

Schedule (Sunday):

Women at 13:40 CET, 7:40am ET, 4:40am Pacific.

Men at 15:10 CET, 9:10am ET, 6:10am Pacific.

The races will be shown on HBO Max and FloBikes starting at about 5:37am Pacific."

(cyclingfans.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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October 26, 2025
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14,208 votes, eight winners: The verdict of the 2025 DomestiqueCycling Awards


"Most Entertaining Race Men - Winner: Milano Sanremo (41.2%). Most Entertaining Race Women - Winner: Paris Roubaix Femmes (38.9%)."
By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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Isaac Del Toro ends season with Mexican road race title and 18 wins in total


"Isaac Del Toro closed his remarkable 2025 campaign by winning the Mexican road race championship in his hometown of Ensenada on Saturday evening."
By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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Tosh Van der Sande warns of cycling’s extremes - 'I canceled family dinners to weigh my food'


"Retiring Belgian pro Tosh Van der Sande believes modern cycling's obsession with data and extreme lifestyle demands are forcing riders into shorter careers and jeopardizing their enjoyment of the sport."
By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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"Biniam Girmay is the smartest man in the world" - Bruyneel and Martin bash 'disaster' Lotto Intermarché merger


"Spencer Martin and Johan Bruyneel harshly criticized what they deem to be a disaster situation and praise Biniam Girmay for having made the effort to depart the team before it all came down."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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“The way that I did it this year seems like a more enjoyable way for me” - Ben Healy finds success by racing on his own terms


"Healy first made headlines in 2019 as the youngest-ever stage winner at the Tour de l’Avenir."
By Félix Serna (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Check out “A revolution in the world of cycling: The first truly bespoke monocoque carbon frame”


"Italian brand Gregario uses a patented variable mould system to build an aero road bike that’s sized just for you."
By Mat Brett (road.cc) (credit: Gregario)
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Park Tool Factory Tour - How Their Tools are Made!


"Park Tool is the behemoth of bicycle tools, repair stands, and shop equipment for North America, and we got an inside look at how they make it all."
By Tyler Benedict (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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A bike that's ready for a big adventure: the question is, are you? The Mason Cycles ISO2 reviewed


"The Mason ISO2 has been built with one thing in mind - long-haul off-road exploration. It's a specific brief, but one that it nails."
By Simon Richardson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future)
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Lezyne’s Clik Valve Pumps & Inflators Are Finally Here


"You simply click the pump head onto it, inflate, and pull it off. No twisting, no levers, no risk of damaging or removing the valve core."
Written by BikeRumor Staff (bikerumor.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Column Three
October 26, 2025
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Van der Poel’s manager offers ‘cross season update


"Alpecin Deceuninck’s Christoph Roodhooft reveals Mathieu van der Poel is easing back into training."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found)
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'Every time I speak up, there’s criticism' - Demi Vollering on life under the spotlight


"The things I had to deal with after that World Championship... you need to be mentally strong for this, otherwise you become deeply depressed."
By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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Jakob Omrzel, Slovenia’s next big talent, on learning from Pogačar without copying him


"Jakob Omrzel is one of the brightest young talents in cycling. At just 19, the Slovenian has already won the Giro Next Gen, claimed the national road title and earned a contract with WorldTour team Bahrain Victorious."
By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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'They want more excitement' - Tim Merlier laments lack of sprint opportunities in 2026 Tour de France


"Soudal Quick Step sprinter sees six chances but a Paris win seems out of reach."
By Félix Serna (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Pogacar can start the Vuelta right at his doorstep, but will the time trial through F1 streets tempt the World Champion to participate?


"Tadej Pogacar still has a few boxes to tick on his already impressive list of achievements, and the Vuelta a España in 2026 could be an excellent option."
By Bram van der Ploeg (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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“Jonas Vingegaard doesn’t earn that much... but he’s not my dream signing” - Thor Hushovd lays out Uno-X Mobility’s bold transfer ambitions after WorldTour promotion


"Hushovd isn’t shy about what kind of riders he admires — but his dream targets have more to do with character than cost. “Mads Pedersen is my dream rider,” he admitted."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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"I put my hands to my face and saw blood everywhere" - Red Bull prospect reacts to fresh disappointment following second major crash of 2025


"Frederik Wandahl's 2025 season has come to another premature end. The 24-year-old Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe rider has endured a year defined by misfortune."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) © RBH Photo via redbullborahansgrohe.com
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Genesis Croix De Fer 30


"Versatile and capable adventure gravel machine that's still nimble enough for some fun."
By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc)
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Q36.5 Gregarius Deliver Wider, Comfier Road & Adventure Cycling Shoes


"The new Q36.5 Gregarius cycling shoes take the best features from their Dottore and Clima shoes and mixes them with more traditional elements to create a tough yet versatile performance shoe."
Written by BikeRumor Staff (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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Column One
October 25, 2025
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Joris Nieuwenhuis hunts down Pim Ronhaar to take first victory of the season


"After spending much of the race pursuing long-time leader Pim Ronhaar, the Ridley Racing Team rider made his move in the closing lap, powering past his compatriot to secure victory on a slippery, rain-soaked course."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (screenshot)
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Exact Cross Heerderstrand Women - Fem van Empel storms to dominant victory


"World champion Fem van Empel claimed another commanding victory on Dutch soil, powering clear in the final lap to win the Exact Cross Heerde ahead of Aniek van Alphen and Leonie Bentveld."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Imago
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Britain’s Josh Tarling and Josh Charlton win cycling golds in Chile


"Tarling delivered a points race masterclass to be crowned world champion before Charlton picked up his first rainbow jersey in the individual pursuit."
(sports.yahoo.com) (Image credit: Alex Whitehead/SWPix via cyclingweekly.com)
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Benoît Cosnefroy starts new chapter with UAE Team Emirates XRG for 2026


"Known for his punchy acceleration on steep gradients and race IQ, the Frenchman will be looking to reset his career with cycling's Galácticos after an injury-riddled season."
By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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Riders ready? Your guide to 2026's biggest gravel events and key registration dates


"Get ready, set, register!"
By Logan Jones-Wilkins, Anne-Marije Rook (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Life Time)
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2026 L'Étape du Tour de France and L'Étape du Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift to tackle iconic Tour climbs


"The official 2026 Tour sportives will be tough rides as ever."
By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: SWpix.com/Alex Broadway)
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Sonny Colbrelli departs Bahrain Victorious as sports director


"Italian takes his leave as Gasparotto joins from Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe in staff shake-up at Bahrain."
By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Ranking Deadliest Cities for Pedestrians and Cyclists in Washington State


"Puyallup, Lynnwood and Olympia are by far the most dangerous cities for people walking and biking, as measured by the per capita number of people killed or seriously injured by car-on-pedestrian or car-on-bike crashes since January 2021."
By Travis Merrigan (theurbanist.org) (Photo Travis Merrigan)
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2025 Exact Cross Cyclocross Heerde "Heerderstrand," Netherlands Live Streams


"Exact Cross Cyclocross Heerde "Heerderstrand," Netherlands

Schedule (Saturday):

Elite Women at 13:45 CET, 7:45am ET, 4:45am Pacific.

Elite Men at 15:00 CET, 9:00am ET, 6:00am Pacific.

The races will be shown on HBO Max and FloBikes starting at about 4:42am Pacific."

(cyclingfans.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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Column Two
October 25, 2025
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How to watch all the Euro ‘Cross this weekend


"Exact Cross Heerderstrand kicks off Saturday, followed by the Superprestige in Overijse on Sunday."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found)
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"The craziest bike build you've never seen:" Check out this 4.8kg hill-climbing dream, plus Met launches Pogačar's Tour-winning lid, new stuff from Silca and Oakley + more


"Loads to get through in our weekly tech round-up, including the defending British hill climb champ's incredible 4.8kg build and plenty of new stuff from Silca, Oakley, Meta, Vittoria, Rouvy and Met."
By Dan Alexander (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc)
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Team boss Vollering sounds the alarm: Fewer riders and races for FDJ Suez in 2026


"The French economy is not doing particularly well at the moment, and this is also affecting cycling. Arkéa B&B Hotels is calling it quits after this year, Cofidis has been relegated, and even FDJ Suez, which has been successful in women's cycling, has to make changes that it would perhaps rather not have had to make."
By Hendrik Boermans (idlprocycling.com) (screenshot)
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'I'd really like to excel in the Classics' – Vingegaard targets new horizons


"The Danish star still harbors ambitions of succeeding in the Classics in the future, after primarily focusing on Grand Tours throughout his career so far."
By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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Tour plot twist in the making? Evenepoel’s father drops striking remark about Pogacar that "comes from the heart of the peloton"


"Are you sure Pogacar will be competing?” Patrick Evenepoel questions the world champion's participation. “You always talk about Pogacar, but I don't get the impression that he will be competing in the Tour this year."
By Sjoerd Valkering (idlprocycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos via domestiquecycling.com )
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Daily Dope: Happy ending for Swiss athlete accused of Ligandrol doping


"ITA determined that Imogen Simmonds, 32, bore no fault or negligence associated with the positive test result, and that the presence of Ligangrol in her body was due to inadvertent contamination via sexual intercourse."
Author: John Woodson (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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What Happens If You Hit a Cyclist? Legal and Financial Risks Every Truck Owner Should Understand


"Cyclists are among the most vulnerable road users. With limited protection and lower visibility, even a small mistake by a driver can result in serious injury."
(pickuptrucktalk.com) Photo by Leonardo Vazquez
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British Cyclist: Wiggins Reveals Racist Comments in Team


"I have never heard plain words used with such contempt as in our team,” Wiggins says in his new memoir."
By Shostal Oleksandr (112.ua) (Image Credit not Found)
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Unflashy, unfazed and built to last: Mavic’s flagship gravel wheels reviewed


"After years of turbulence, the French wheel pioneer is back with a refined, all-condition carbon wheelset that proves that durability never goes out of style."
By Anne-Marije Rook (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Anne-Marije Rook)
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The Wattbike Proton strikes a balance between functionality, practicality and price - The worthy challenger to Peloton just got even better with $300 off


"Our tech experts loved the Wattbike Proton, and now one of the best exercise bikes on the market has become a real value for money purchase in this early Black Friday sale."
By Paul Brett (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future)
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October 25, 2025
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Tadej Pogačar 'vastly superior' to Eddy Merckx, says retiring WorldTour star - For reasons you might not have thought of


"There is little doubt in Michael Woods's mind who is best between the Cannibal and Pogi."
By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images)
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'I love watching him race' - Dumoulin defends Pogacar's dominance in cycling


"Former Giro d’Italia winner Tom Dumoulin has stated that he isn't bored of watching Tadej Pogacar's current dominance in cycling and praised the Slovenian as “perhaps the greatest cyclist of all time."
By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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“My potential was always there - We’re finally managing to get the best out of me:” Urska Zigart on a breakthrough 2025 season stepping out of Tadej Pogacar’s shadow


"After several years of steady progress, Zigart's first season with AG Insurance - Soudal proved transformative."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo via SiOL
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Van Rysel recalls two RCR Pro road bike models, in response to Swiss Side and DT Swiss issues


"Riders of these bike models are warned that there is a risk of “serious falls and injuries” due to wheel delamination."
by Megan Huws (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc)
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La Vuelta 2026: Monaco announced as host, organizers hope for Pogacar home start


"The 81st edition of La Vuelta will start in the glamor and prestige of Monaco on August 22, 2026. After Turin in 2025, the Principality takes over as the host city, reaffirming the race’s international ambitions with a spectacular opening time trial."
By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos)
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'Even dropping dead on the spot would have seemed overly aggressive on my part' - Dr Hutch on the trials and tribulations of ultra cycling


"Saintly helpers make ultra-distance time trials tough to quit."
By Michael Hutchinson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Andy Jones)
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'It doesn't get more quintessential than Ventoux' - Climb's inclusion in Tour de France Femmes route will be 'massive' for race, says Zwift director


"Kate Veronneau expects GC fireworks in next August's edition."
By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com)(Image credit: SWpix.com/Zac Williams)
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Andrew L'Esperance rides on resiliency for Life Time top-10 finish


"From Cape Epic to a Big Sugar podium and back to South Africa, it's been a wild, and wildly successful year for the Canadian."
By Terry McKall (cyclingmagazine.ca) Image: Belgian Waffle Wide Photo Pool/@dhughes101
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The salmon in pills that is talked about in the peloton


"In addition to providing protein from a natural source, Unbroken's salmon proteins are a good source of healthy omega-3 fatty acids that help promote muscle recovery and reduce inflammation after exertion."
By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com)
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Apidura Aero System


"Apidura's Aero System delivers sleek storage and free speed, but there are cheaper and more versatile options."
by Sam Smith (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc)
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