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October
31, 2025
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Decathlon’s cycling revolution: How the French giant is reshaping the peloton from within "When Decathlon became both sponsor and owner of its WorldTour team, it set out to change more than just jerseys." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Cavendish reveals how Brailsford rejected his slide deck pitch for Ineos place "In the latest installment of his autobiography, Mark Cavendish has revealed his slide presentation to Dave Brailsford for a spot at Ineos ahead of the 2023 season." By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe: Big budget, modest returns "The German team reached new heights at the Tour de France with a debut star, but also saw a disappointing Spring campaign." (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Australian WorldTour teams saved after 'paperwork issues' delay UCI registration "Jayco AlUla and Liv AlUla Jayco are expected to remain WorldTour teams next season." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Pauline Ferrand-Prevot is not considering returning to MTB "After her Olympic gold in mountain biking in Paris 2024, she returned to the road to achieve a double feat: winning the Paris Roubaix Femmes and the Tour de France Femmes." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) ‘I felt like it was torn away from me’ - Evie Richards on overcoming a ‘turbulent’ year to seal first World Cup title "For the first time in her twelve-year mountain bike career, Evie Richards is an overall World Cup champion. Twice a world champion and 10 times an individual World Cup winner, 2025 was a year of yet more milestones for the Briton." By Flo Clifford (sports.yahoo.com) (Fabio Piva / Red Bull Content Pool) Healy, Gillespie shortlisted for prestigious awards, Cycling Ireland also up "Ben Healy (EF Education EasyPost) and Lara Gillespie (UAE Team ADQ) this year cemented their positions as the new icons of Irish cycling and now both feature on very exclusive shortlists for the annual Team Ireland Olympic Sport Awards." (stickybottle.com) (Credits not Found) Review: Garmin Edge MTB is finally a mountain bike-specific GPS computer "Trail-focused features (with broader uses)." By Terry McKall (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Indoor cycling benefits - Six reasons to ride inside this fall and winter "Time efficiency, consistency and more control over external factors are just a few, here are some others." By Anne-Marije Rook (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future) Friday cycling quiz: From early trainers to eSports World Champs, how much do you know about indoor training? "Try out our Friday quiz and test your knowledge of all things 'static training'. Hint: It's not a new fangled invention." By Simon Richardson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future) Column
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October 31,
2025
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Tom Pidcock bounces back to claim summit finish at Gravel Burn "The stage was almost literally written for Tom Pidcock. A long drag leading into the first summit finish at the first Gravel Burn." By Terry McKall (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo Bruce Viaene Movistar state 'commitment to a clean and transparent sport' in week where two former riders receive anti-doping suspensions "Oier Lazkano and Vinícius Rangel Costa suspended by UCI." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Michael Rasmussen targets Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe over Lazkano case: "Only two scenarios are possible" "We finally know why Oier Lazkano hasn’t raced since Paris Roubaix, although the UCI’s news was anything but cheerful." By Bram van der Ploeg (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit not Found) Mark Cavendish brands cycling “cleanest sport in the world” and says “idol” Lance Armstrong “lost more than anyone else” "It’s not, ‘I’m a cheat, so I’ll be a cyclist’. That’s not how it works. I could not have achieved what I did in the sport if cycling was how it was in the past,” the 35-time Tour de France stage winner said." By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (Photo credit: Liz Kreutz) Gear Break: KAV Rhoan helmet, Look KEO Vision, Wilier Trestina Filante SLR ID2, Colnago T1Rs, Castelli Polare Bibtights, and Continental takes rainbows home "Get ready to “gear up” for Holiday season." By Andy Rohrer (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Biniam Girmay and Others in Cycling Limbo Without Contracts for 2026 "If cycling heaven is winning the Tour de France and hell is climbing the Alpe d’Huez in a torrential downpour, the sport’s limbo must be ending the season without a contract for the coming year." By Siegfried Mortkowitz (welovecycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Top 10 most underrated riders of the 2025 pro cycling season "Not everyone can win the Tour de France. Here are some of the riders who haven't had the praise they deserve in 2025." By Ewan Wilson (cyclist.co.uk) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Former world champion Rui Costa retires after 19-year career "Portuguese veteran Rui Costa has announced his retirement from professional cycling at the end of the 2025 season, bringing the curtain down on a 19-year career highlighted by his historic 2013 World Championship victory." By Ewan Wilson (cyclist.co.uk) (Photo: Cor Vos) Cycling Ireland to move coaching of top juniors in-house under new plan "Ireland’s top juniors will be coached directly by Cycling Ireland staff, rather than having their own personal coaches, under new plans set out by the national governing body." (stickybottle.com) (Credits not Found) Garmin HRM 600 "Accurate, comfortable and rechargeable, this is great for multi-sport athletes - but overkill for pure cyclists" by Sam Smith (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc) Ornot Nuyarn Merino Boxer Briefs Promise Bliss for Your Nether Region "I know it’s not something we talk about a lot here on the site, but not everyone wears a chamois. And if you’re not wearing a chamois, you should at least invest in some quality underwear to keep chafing to a minimum." By Ron Frazelle (bikerumor.com) (Photos / Ornot) California quietly kills eBike voucher program, funnels funds into cars instead "From the outset, the program was plagued by setbacks. Years of delays meant the first vouchers weren’t distributed until late 2024, and even then, only after a chaotic launch that saw the website crash under the weight of tens of thousands of applicants vying for just 1,500 vouchers. A second launch attempt in April 2025 failed completely, locking out eligible users. While a final distribution round in May went more smoothly, an estimated 90% of eligible applicants were turned away." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Column
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October 31,
2025
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'Ingratitude' - Lefevere hits back at Cavendish's account of contract talks "Mark Cavendish has revisited his 2021 contract talks with Quick Step in his most recent autobiography. Patrick Lefevere has questioned the tone of his former rider's account." By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) A team treading water: Groupama FDJ "It was a year of treading water for Groupama FDJ. Romain Grégoire underscored his potential with six wins and David Gaudu popped up with a stage win at the Vuelta a España, but the team endured a subdued Tour de France." (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Aero for everyone? I got an AI-based bike fit and saved dozens of watts "I got a bike fit from AiRO, an AI-driven app that gives bike fitters actionable CFD modeling without the wind tunnel." By Logan Jones-Wilkins (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: AiRO) Colnago's new track bike looks like a mix between their TT and road options, but you won't see Tadej Poga?ar riding it "The T1Rs is an exercise in design specificity, not a melding of the two - designed to be the fastest way around a velodrome." By Andy Turner (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Colnago) Biniam Girmay is blazing a trail for African cyclists "Biniam Girmay, the first African to win the green jersey at the Tour de France." By Dilenjit Singh (straitstimes.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) I rode 3,000 miles following a David Bowie lyric - And this is why you should do the same "Is there life on Mars? We can't be sure, but we do know that basing a cycling itinerary on the song's “from Ibiza to the Norfolk Broads” lyric results in a life-changing adventure." By James Briggs (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future) Adolf Silva breaks silence with raw recovery video "Freeride star launches a weekly YouTube series to document the long road back." By Colin Field (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) In
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'Our plan wasn't to be rowdy or reckless, we were just taking up some space' - The women reclaiming night rides, reminding us all of the safety issues female cyclists face "Cycling groups across the country came out on 'Glow Rides' to campaign for safer streets last week." By Meg Elliot (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Claire Sharpe) Boulder Roubaix Announces New Course and Location for 2026 Edition "The Boulder Roubaix Road Race has announced significant changes for its 2026 edition, including a new course layout and relocated start/finish area." (cyclingwest.com) Photo courtesy of Boulder Roubaix 77-year-old cyclist falls down ravine in France - Survives for three days drinking wine from shopping bag "The pensioner missed a bend in the road while cycling home from the supermarket, falling 130 feet, and was trapped in the ravine for three days before finally being spotted by road workers." By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (credit: Google Street View) In the Drops: Alistair Brownlee's energy gels, white Chrome backpack, Pas Normal off-season jackets and Geese "This week's In the Drops has a spotless biological passport." By Will Strickson (cyclist.co.uk) Photo via pasnormalstudiosnewsroom.prowly.com Column
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30, 2025
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'Incredibly dangerous and exhausting' - Retiring Ineos Grenadiers rider reflects on how bike racing has changed "Italy's Salvatore Puccio also details harsh modern training regimes and says the crashes on TV are just 'one per cent' of what goes on." By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Five conclusions about the bizarre stats of Pogacar, Del Toro, and the others from UAE Emirates XRG in 2025 "The team won 95 times during the official UCI calendar, surpassing HTC's 2009 record of 85 wins. We analyzed Tadej Pogacar's team's victories and drew five conclusions." By Bram van der Ploeg (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Ferrand-Prévot and Poga?ar in Monaco for Beking, charity cycling event of the year "On Saturday November 23rd, two of the world’s best-known cyclists will take part in the fifth edition of Beking at Port Hercule in Monaco, which brings together champions in support of charitable organizations each year." (monaco-tribune.com) Photo © Ivan Benedetto / SprintCyclingAgency Does Del Toro have the coolest national jersey next year? Mexican star shows off his new kit for the first time "The most striking feature is the Mexican flag below the sponsor logo. The sleeves are also trimmed with red, white, and green and feature the corresponding eagle, snake, and cactus." By Sjoerd Valkering (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit not Found) Tour Colombia canceled for 2026 season due to financial constraints "This marks the second consecutive cancellation for the race, with the 2025 edition also scrapped due to similar financial problems." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Daily Dope: Pair of Colombian cyclists banned for EPO, one only 18 years old "On Thursday Colombian Cycling Federation (FCC) announced athletes David Santiago Uribe and Marco Tulio Suesca are each banned from sport for 4 years following decisions by the Anti-Doping Disciplinary Tribunal of Colombia finding them guilty of Erythropoietin (EPO) cheating." Author: John Woodson (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found) German track cyclist Roger Kluge slams UCI over medal mishap "Kluge and teammate Moritz Augenstein were stripped of bronze at the World Championships due to a scoring oversight, prompting the German rider to call out the UCI on Instagram." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) How to master wet roots on your mountain bike or gravel bike - Stop slipping and start shredding with this guide to how it's done "Slippery, uneven and always different, wet roots on the trails can be mighty scary. Here's how to ride over them with no fear." By Liam Mercer (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Tour of Bentonville Arkansas: Definitely Visit Yourself "If you enjoy Mountain Biking, and Gravel Cycling, Bentonville is a travel destination you should consider." By JOM (gravelcyclist.com) (gravelcyclist.com) (Image Credit not Found) Column
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October 30,
2025
Podcasts,
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Mark Cavendish: 'I believe I've raced in one of the cleanest sports in the world' "Mark Cavendish has admitted that Lance Armstrong was an idol of his while insisting cycling has transformed into "one of the cleanest sports in the world" following the American's doping scandal." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Sam Bennett may join Tom Pidcock at Q36.5 - Irishman's future continues unclear "Sam Bennett was at the top of the sprinter world in the early 2020's, entering the decade with a victory in the Tour de France's points classification and a couple of golden years with Soudal Quick Step." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Oier Lazkano suspended for biological passport 'abnormalities' "The UCI has confirmed that Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe rider Oier Lazkano has been provisionally suspended due to 'unexplained abnormalities' in his biological passport in 2022, 2023 and 2024" By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) The End of Eurobike? Who Will Lead the Bike Industry Now? "The bike industry is at a crossroads - and one of its last big symbols is starting to crumble: Eurobike." By Robin Schmitt (ebike-mtb.com) Photos: EUROBIKE Frankfurt: Frank Baumhammel / Silke Magino / Jens Braune del Angel Thibau Nys sets out lofty goals ahead of his cyclocross season opener at Koppenbergcross "Prodigious Belgian clear that double weekend of racing 'isn't just to get into the swing of things." By Bram van der Ploeg (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) When does Van der Poel start his cyclocross season? "With the cyclocross season already underway, all eyes are on the return of Mathieu van der Poel, whose return to the mud remains a mystery." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Anyone who saw Tom Pidcock dominate for Q36.5 on a 22 percent (!) climb should’ve known better back then "I've worked hard for efforts like this. I believe I broke my best five- and ten-minute records this week, so I'm clearly in good shape." By Bram van der Ploeg (idlprocycling.com) (Image: Screenshot) Garmin celebrates record revenue as wearable fitness tech continues to boom "Revenue up 14 per cent on last year as CEO hails "strong" financial results "reflecting the strength of our unique, diversified business model." By Dan Alexander (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc) POC Elicit Toric Bike Sunglasses "Fantastic glasses – light, comfy for day-long rides and unrivaled optics, but it's hard to get away from that price." By George Hill (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc) Van Baarle back on track after painful stitches, while Ferrand-Prévot shares less positive update after physical setback "The cycling season may have ended with a setback for Dylan van Baarle and Pauline Ferrand-Prévot, but the two newly engaged couple are currently enjoying a well-deserved vacation." By Bram van der Ploeg (idlprocycling.com) Column
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October 30,
2025
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'I made mistakes' - Isaac del Toro gives full analysis of why he lost 2025 Giro d'Italia on Colle delle Finestre "Young Mexican star blames own lack of experience and insufficient information as combining to cause his defeat." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Lotto Intermarché merger shows that the WorldTour remains a gig economy "There are obvious economic reasons for Lotto and Intermarché Wanty to merge in order to remain in the WorldTour in 2026 - but does that excuse the treatment of riders and staff at both teams over the past four months?" By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Movistar Team advances in its transformation and announces a "deep reorganization of its Sports Area" "The Movistar Team reinforces its technical structure with a deep transformation that seeks to optimize performance and modernize its internal management." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) Photo via movistarteam.com Remco Evenepoel begins early preparation for 2026 with days-long aerodynamic testing in US wind tunnel "While most riders are already on holiday, the Belgian star has spent the past week fine-tuning every aerodynamic detail of his setup." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Photo: Cor Vos via domestiquecycling.com) World champion Magdeleine Vallières Mill goes in-depth on her life-changing win "From travel chaos to a new outlook on racing, the Sherbrooke, Que., rider reflects on the rapid shifts that have happened since September" By Matthew Pioro (cyclingmagazine.ca) Jered Gruber and Ashley Gruber - Gruber Images EF Pro Cycling Expands with New Cyclocross Program "The new EF Pro Cycling Cyclocross Team will feature Nina Berton, a former U23 Luxembourg cyclocross champion, alongside new recruits Filippo Agostinacchio and his younger brother Mattia Agostinacchio." (socalcycling.com) (Credits not Found) Castelli Launches Next Generation of Its Polare Bibtights Just in Time for Winter Riding "Castelli has updated its warmest bibtights. The brand claims that its “next generation Polare Bibtights usher in a new era for cold weather comfort and performance." By Jeremy Benson (bikerumor.com) (All photos/Castelli) Hunt Bike Wheels Reaffirms Commitment to Gravel and Adventure with Four Purpose-Built Wheelsets "Hunt is introducing four new wheelsets to meet the specific demands of modern gravel and adventure riding." By Jeremy Benson (bikerumor.com) (All photos/Hunt Bike Wheels) Dynamic Bike Care Introduces Their Clean Machine Portable Pressure Washer "Check out the Clean Machine portable pressure washer from Dynamic." Written by Travis Reill (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) Column
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October
29, 2025
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Articles
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Matt White joins Movistar in first role since shock Jayco dismissal "The Australian will bring a wealth of experience to his role in a revamped management team at Movistar." By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) No Zoncolan, but Pantani's Piancavallo returns for Giro 2026 "Friuli is set to host the final mountain stage of the 2026 Giro d’Italia, but the grand finale will be a double ascent of Piancavallo rather than a visit to the mighty Monte Zoncolan." By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) “You’ve cheated the sport” - Luke Rowe reveals he “flicked” and “rode through” convicted dopers in the peloton "You're a scumbag, 160 riders and all of them treat you like shit which is all you deserve," the Welshman added, saying he wanted to "bully them out of the sport." By Callum Devereux (road.cc) (Photo credit: Simon Wilkinson/SWpix.com) Here are the 2026 Tour de France stages I'd love to ride myself, and why "The 2026 route reveal has thrown up some real gems, including legendary climbs such as the Alpe d’Huez and Galibier. Why not try and tick one (or all of them) off next year?" By Dave Atkinson (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc) Should I eat real food or sports nutrition products? A look at what's best for fueling a ride, and whether ultra-processed items are an issue "Gels or jam sandwiches, carb powder or flapjacks?" By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future) Cyclocross star Lars van der Haar, 34, to retire at end of season "Former double U23 World Champion and European Championships winner to end career in 2026." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) 'A heavy price to pay for that off-bike inconvenience' - Sidi Physis off-road shoe review "Sidi's Physis off-road shoe offers plenty of stiffness, with all the advantages and disadvantages that that entails." By Tim Russon (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Tim Russon) "They're not kidding" - Ultra-endurance cyclist will keep chasing records (but not in Russia) "I gave up on the world record after crossing the barbed wire” Sofiane Sehili said." By Callum Devereux (road.cc) (Photo credit: Sofiane Sehili/@reneherse/Instagram) Campagnolo claps back at blocked UCI rule changes with a 9-tooth Rear Sprocket for its new Super X gravel and all road groupsets "Campagnolo goes 9 tooth and adds 1x, all road and gravel capability to it's Super Record range of components." By Andy Carr (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Campagnolo) Van Rysel by Decathlon: New Road Cycling Line Brings WorldTour Performance at Real-World Prices "As Decathlon expands its global cycling presence, the retail giant is rebranding its premium road line under the Van Rysel name - a label already making waves in the WorldTour with the Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale team." By Leslie Reissner (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Tyler Orschel's best season yet ends without a pro deal "Canadian XC racer delivers his top World Cup results then faces a closed door on contracts." By Colin Field (cyclingmagazine.ca) Image: Colin Field Column
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October 29,
2025
'It makes me cross, but it pushes me on' – 2019 Tour de France winner Egan Bernal says Tadej Poga?ar's superiority creates double sense of frustration and motivation "Ongoing quest for fresh Colombian talent hampered by dearth of support networks in Europe, Ineos Grenadiers rider claims." By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Today's
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Retiring Salvatore Puccio belongs to another era: 'Cycling today is faster, riskier and harder than ever' "The longtime Ineos Grenadiers domestique turns 36 and calls time on a career that, in his words, “belongs to another era." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Campagnolo broadens Super Record platform with new 13-speed options for road, all-road and gravel "The Italian brand adds three new wireless drivetrains and a gravel-specific wheelset as part of a modular performance platform." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Thüringen organizers announce plans for new women’s international race in 2026 following the loss of the Lotto Thüringen Ladies Tour "The organizers of the former Lotto Thüringen Ladies Tour have announced plans to bring top-level women’s cycling back to the region, confirming that a new UCI international one-day race is set to debut in June 2026." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) What is Zwift? Everything you need to know about the online training and racing platform "Find out how to get started in the virtual cycling world of Zwift with our complete guide." By Simon Smythe (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Zwift) daily dope: amateurs finally get upgraded medals 2 years after pro caught doping "Amateur Bermuda cyclists Conor White, 26, and Kaden Hopkins, 25, were finally awarded upgraded medals from the 2023 Central American and Caribbean Games after a pro rider’s doping ban was upheld by the Court of Arbitration for Sport." Author: John Woodson (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Wout van Aert to lead group ride on Rouvy as part of series of pro livestreams on indoor training app "Indoor cycling app to host group ride and live Q&A with Belgian star." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Visma Lease a Bike/Rouvy) Standert's new Erdgeschoss is a steel gravel bike with 50mm clearance and adjustable rake "Berlin's boutique bike brand brings out another belting bike for bumpy jaunts." By Rebecca Bland (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Ornot Boxer Briefs Are Now Made from Nuyarn Merino "San Francisco apparel company Ornot announced its Boxer Briefs a few years ago, and today, its American-made Boxer Briefs are back." (theradavist.com) (Credits not Found) Galibier Echelon Short Sleeve Base Layer "Effective and good-looking base for an attractive price, though the loose fit means you might want to size down." By Steve Williams (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc) One Factor in Walking Improves Your Heart Health More Than Your Step Count "Tracking your steps each day can be a useful barometer of physical activity, but health recommendations based solely on step counts might miss some important nuance." By Carly Cassella (sciencealert.com) (Image: Sergey Mironov/Getty Images) Column
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October 29,
2025
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'They all think they might miss the next Pogacar or Evenepoel' - Vermote critical of teams’ obsession with youth and data "At 36, Julien Vermote finds himself without a contract once again. The Belgian still believes he can offer something to the peloton, but in a sport obsessed with data and youth, the value of experience is fading fast." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) 'I was in the best shape of my life' - Tom Pidcock on how he learned to enjoy Grand Tour racing in 2025 "In an exclusive interview with Cyclingnews, the British cyclist reviewed his first season with the Q36.5 team and assured that it has been a year of total transformation." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image credit: SWPix via cyclingnews.com) Dylan Groenewegen ready for new chapter with Unibet Tietema Rockets "The 32-year-old sprinter says he’s eager to make an impact with his new team and feels the project’s energy matches his own ambitions." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Handmade in Canada: Bridge Bike Works’ Surveyor is among the most beautifully painted bikes I’ve ever ridden - But how does it ride? "Built entirely in Canada, the Surveyor is not the liveliest all-road bike out there, but it’s certainly one of the most distinctive." By Anne-Marije Rook (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Anne-Marije Rook) Pogacar and Ferrand-Prévot headline star-studded Beking Monaco 2025 "Beking Monaco, created by Matteo Trentin, continues to grow, this time adding an equally strong women’s field led by Pauline Ferrand-Prévot." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) In
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Inside Favero’s Assioma PRO Platform "Power pedals for on or off-road that are accurate, lightweight and versatile." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Pas Normal Studios Essential Fall Kit & Mechanism Shell Jacket Review "I wouldn’t normally start a clothing review with a rain jacket, but the Pas Normal Studios new Mechanism shell jacket is the star of the show and should probably have its own review, but we need to take in the full Pas look." By Alastair Hamilton (pezcyclingnews.com) Image: Alastair Hamilton Cane Creek eeWings Gen 2 Chainrings "Cane Creek’s new Chainrings offer the ability to run most modern drivetrains with its legendary eeWing Gen 2 cranks." (theradavist.com) (Credits not Found) I used to ride on my turbo trainer in my parents' shed - Thanks to platforms like Zwift, indoor cycling no longer feels so lonely "Indoor training today isn't only a solo tale of suffering, but a chance for real connection." By Andy Carr (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future) Man sues Specialized over injuries caused by alleged eMTB motor defect "A Washington state man is suing Specialized Bicycle Components after suffering injuries following a crash on a Turbo Levo eMTB he said was caused by a known motor defect." (bicycleretailer.com) Image: Deven McCoy via bikemag.com Column
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October
28, 2025
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Evenepoel, Roglic, Lipowitz and Red Bull's Grand Tour dilemma "The dearth of time trialing on the 2026 Tour de France route likely won't dissuade Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe from fielding Remco Evenepoel in July, but how will the new signing's ambitions tally with those of Primoz Roglic, Florian Lipowitz and one of the deepest rosters in the peloton?" By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Skjelmose and Ayuso 'clear the air' during first meeting "The Danish cycling star and Spanish newcomer have reconciled after initial tension over transfer communications, according to Lidl Trek sports director Kim Andersen." By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Gambling Scandal; David Lappartient’s Motivation, Gravel Safety; Strava IPO; 2026 Tour Predictions "This week’s AIRmail from The Outer Line examines how these revelations echo through cycling, where UCI President David Lappartient’s quiet power play may not be in the sport’s best interests." By The Outer Line (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Where to Be in 2026: The Pro Cycling Events All Fans Should Follow "Professional cycling is gearing up for a packed season in 2026, with races confirmed across Europe, the Middle East, Australia, and North America." by Beatriz Miranda (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit not Found) In
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Best indoor training apps: Virtual riding platforms and training analysis apps "Whether it’s virtual racing and riding or training tracking, planning and analysis, there are plenty of options to choose from - here are our top picks." By Tom Epton (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future) To Tube Or Not To Tube? Evaluating The Benefits, Tradeoffs, And Considerations Of Tubeless Tires "Tubeless tires have long been the standard in the mountain bike world. The road seems to be catching up, and quickly. So we look at what is different about a Tubeless tire from the clinchers the roadies might be a little more familiar with." (silca.cc) (Credits not Found) Met Trenta Mips "Comfortable, versatile and lightweight lid with a low-profile fit and excellent ventilation." by Ben Woodhouse (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc) I have ridden 30,000km in the last five years and I still managed to fall off my bike at a red light - We’re all the same as cyclists "A grazed knee and a wounded ego were the only injuries suffered." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Shimano profits plummet despite modest sales growth, as components giant blames cycling industry challenges, inventory issues, and foreign exchange losses "The Japanese company’s operating income dropped by a quarter in the first nine months of 2025." By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc) What happens to a lifetime warranty when a carbon supplier suddenly disappears? "Unraveling the mess left behind by CSS Composites." By Terry McKall (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Column
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October 28,
2025
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Uno-X rider Simon Dalby escapes life-threatening incident thanks to his parents "Simon noticed some weakness in his arms while eating with his parents. They immediately took him to the local hospital, where doctors found two blood clots in his brain." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Today's
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"People are so nice..." Lorena Wiebes reacts to internet hate after her Track World Championships crash "Despite a very long list of victories in 2025, the season of Lorena Wiebes doesn't end on a high as she would've hoped for." By Ondrej Zhasil (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Imago 2025 Canadian Cycling Hall of Fame members announced "The late Kevin Cunningham, Mark Cunningham, Svein Tuft, Catharine Pendrel, Sara Neil, and the late Roger Sumner to be celebrated in Vancouver." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Harrison Ford, 83, Rides His Bicycle Along Los Angeles' Coastline "The screen icon is known for his love of cycling and flying vintage airplanes." By Tommy McArdle (people.com) Image: Backgrid "Missing bank guarantees" reportedly culprit to Jayco's missed UCI registration deadline "Escape Collective article points to missing guarantee as reason for Australian squad's absence from initial list of 2026 WorldTour teams." By Ondrej Zhasil (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Look launches the Keo Vision light system for road pedals, with Biomotion tech and a 60 lumen punch "Look Keo Vision... now there's a bright idea! The pedal specialist claims Keo Vision lights are more visible than a light mounted at the seatpost, and will be selling them fitted to existing Look Keo pedals, or as a kit to fit them yourself." By Paul Grêlé (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc) Have They Reinvented the Hub? - A Visit to OQUO Wheels "So, are they reinventing the wheel here? Well, maybe not quite the whole wheel, but at least parts of the hub." by Nils Hofmeister (granfondo-cycling.com) Image: Nils Hofmeister Daylight savings weekend is here, and Zwift is celebrating with a massive $110 off the Wahoo Kickr Core 2 with Zwift Cog and Click "It's also indoor cycling week at Cycling Weekly, and this Zwift deal means there isn't a better time to purchase one of the best smart trainers on the market." By Paul Brett (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Wahoo Fitness) Cateye Nano F "A lightweight and simple 'be seen' front light with respectable run time and output for its size." by Jack M Evans (road.cc) (Image Credit: road.cc) Muc-Off lC3 All Weather Ceramic Lube "Muc-Off has introduced the C3 All Weather Ceramic Lube, suitable for riders to use in different weather conditions." By Simon Yuen (cyclingindustry.news) (Image Credit not Found) Column
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“It’s extremely dangerous, hardly anyone brakes anymore” - Ineos Grenadiers team icon retires from a peloton he finds completely unrecognizable "After 14 seasons at the heart of one of cycling’s most dominant dynasties, Salvatore Puccio has called time on his career - and admits he’s leaving behind a sport that no longer resembles the one he joined." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Imago Strava adds Garmin attribution to activities after dropping legal action "Every device partner is now credited on your feed." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Strava) Former WorldTour rider Vinicius Rangel Costa banned for 20 months over whereabouts failures "Brazilian missed three whereabouts for anti-doping controls in a year." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Photo: Cor Vos via domestiquecycling.com) “We never stop dreaming” - Israel “optimistic” about hosting Tour de France Grand Départ in future "The suggestion, made by the Israeli Cycling Federation’s president, comes just weeks after the Vuelta a España was severely disrupted by protests against Israel-Premier Tech’s participation in the race." By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (Photo credit: Fabio Ferrari) In
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Offseason? Not for Tom Pidcock - Spotted racing in South Africa, chatting with Dutch riders… and finishing second to last "Like many other well-known names, he is currently participating in Gravel Burn, a new gravel race in South Africa." By Sjoerd Valkering (idlprocycling.com) (Image: Screenshot) An Adventure ride with a race bike fit - Is this new stainless steel bike from Berlin inadvertently more exclusive than Berghain? "Whether queuing up for one of their exclusive clubs, or trying to find an adventure bike, you might find Berlin's tastes a little more exclusive than you'd like, but its not for the reason you think it is with this new gravel bike." By Andy Carr (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Standert) Jenn Jackson’s 2025: Bigger engine, better fit, best year yet "Canada’s XCC world bronze medalist looks back on her breakout season, why a new program clicked, and what’s next–from national jerseys to wing nights." By Colin Field (cyclingmagazine.ca) Image: Colin Field TNT Sports’ Rob Hatch: Of course I can commentate from afar - I called Mark Cavendish’s 35th win from my house! "Cycling commentator Rob Hatch cites the 2024 Tour de France, when his voice was the soundtrack to Mark Cavendish‘s record 35th stage win. The clip has amassed more than one million views on YouTube and his words still produce a tingle down the spine." By Lawrence Ostlere (sports.yahoo.com) (Image: TNT Sports) 'We'll keep working on it until we can break records' - Meet the students trying to build the fastest bike ever "A group of London university students are attempting to make the world's fastest bike." By Meg Elliot (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: London South Bank University) As little as a $5.00 monthly contribution is important and will help keep us online, give more if you are able! Also, clicking on the advertisements would be an additional way of helping. "Our Mission is to help young people of all backgrounds find and chase their passion through the sport of cycling by promoting education, mentorship, and access to quality cycling opportunities." "We’ve all been there: we’re scrolling and come across a news article that grabs our attention. Curiously, we click the link only to be blocked by a paywall." By Mary James (allaboutcookies.org) (Image Credit not Found) "BicyclingArt.com is the site for vintage cycling posters and prints. They are the number one source for vintage cycling posters and fine art prints. A large selection of contemporary artwork and vintage print items are available and their selection is growing daily." (bicyclingart.com) |
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