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February 24, 2026 Blogs,
Articles
Omloop Het Nieuwsblad: Will van der Poel Line Up? "Opening Weekend is near, but whether Classics star Mathieu van der Poel be there is unclear." Photo: Kristoff Ramon via escapecollective.com Van Aert confirms Omloop-only plan as Laporte beats crash scare ahead of Opening Weekend "Wout van Aert, Christophe Laporte and Matthew Brennan will give Visma| Lease a Bike a triple threat at Omloop Het Nieuwsblad, but the Belgian will sit out Kuurne Brussel Kuurne before returning to the fray at Le Samyn next week." By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Bahrain Victorious bank on experience, but young Van Mechelen also gets protected role for Omloop "Opening Weekend is almost here, and the first final selections are starting to drop." By Pim van der Doelen (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit not Found) E3 Saxo Classic reveals tougher finale with double ascent of Oude Kwaremont "Double ascents of both the Oude Kwaremont and the Karnemelkbeekstraat will make the E3 Saxo Classic tougher than before. Like the Tour of Flanders, the Harelbeke race is increasingly pitched towards the very strongest riders in the peloton." By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Belgian sports directors draw worrying conclusions about Dutch teams - And the Kooij/Uijtdebroeks transfers "The general tone from the sports directors regarding the Dutch teams’ off-season was strikingly consistent. Picnic PostNL and Visma Lease a Bike came out as clear numbers one and two in the survey for the WorldTour teams that have been weakened the most this winter." By Pim van der Doelen (idlprocycling.com) Photo: Bram Berkien US gravel pro breaks pelvis after 'getting smoked by car door' "Keegan Swenson pulls out of Cape Epic mountain bike race after scans." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Thomas Maheux/SWpix) 'A leader in every sense of the word - How the Pidcock factor transformed Pinarello Q36.5 "Doug Ryder felt he had laid solid foundations when he established Q36.5 ahead of the 2023 season, but the signing of Tom Pidcock last year changed the dynamic of his team." By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Zwift Ladder Racing - How It’s Helped My Fitness "When winter began, I committed myself to getting more involved with Zwift racing to keep my training more consistent - and, frankly, more interesting!" By Scott Steele (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Have short-nosed saddles finally made ugly saddles redundant? "Over the past decade, wince-worthy perches have been ousted by their stubby-nosed alternatives but, 10 years on, are we sitting any prettier?" By Simon Fellows (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Doug Pensinger / Allsport) Race Face Era expands to include eBikes "Carbon fiber designed for electric abuse." By Terry McKall (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Column
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February
24, 2026
Podcasts,
(Plus Photos, Vlogs, Books, Misc)
Opening Weekend is almost here, time for the best racing of the year "March and April are the best months of cycling, and I will not change my mind." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) The Race For Survival "Having looked at the financial fortunes and prospects for teams last year, the topic keeps coming up already in 2026 so here’s a fresh review of pitfalls ahead." (inrng.com) (Image credit: ASO) Better late than never: Groenewegen moved up to third in Almería photo finish review "Dylan Groenewegen’s result at the Clásica de Almería has been amended, handing Unibet Rose Rockets an unexpected podium more than a week after the Spanish one-day race." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Trentin warns the next Pogacar hunt is draining cycling talent "In a conversation on the Bici Sport podcast, he argued that the obsession with finding another Tadej Pogacar is creating collateral damage." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) “The same stupid mistakes keep being made… it feels like a lost cause” - Matteo Trentin blasts cycling’s repeated safety failings "For all the rule changes, working groups and technology trials introduced in recent years, professional cycling is still making what Matteo Trentin describes as the same basic errors." (Image credit: Luc Claessen/Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Don't think, just dance' - Meet Alison Jackson’s Cannondale SuperSix Evo LAB71 "A bike that represents where I come from, what I race for, and how I ride,' Jackson says." By Anne-Marije Rook (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Aymeric Lassak // St Michel -PREFERENCE HOME-Auber93) The 2026 Wahooligan Tour Returns "What started in 2013 as The Sufferfest's “Tour of Sufferlandria” has evolved into one of indoor cycling’s most anticipated charity challenges." By Leslie Reissner (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Movie-style robbery in Catalonia: In just a few minutes, 120 eBikes worth over 300,000 euros are stolen "The Catalan company LaBosch, specialized in the sale of electric bicycles, has been the victim of a large-scale robbery at its central warehouse in Cardedeu, Barcelona province." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) Photo via labosch.es First Test: Specialized S-Works Turbo Levo R - The Rally Car of eBikes? "With the new S-Works Turbo Levo R, Specialized is going out on a limb, confidently branding it the “rally car” of the eMTB world." by Reynaldo Ilagan (ebike-mtb.com) (Image Credit not Found) Another new California e-bike bill was just introduced, now with broader support "California lawmakers are once again turning their attention to electric two-wheelers, but this time the approach looks more targeted." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Column
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February
24, 2026
Videos
Omloop Het Nieuwsblad 2026: Opening Weekend is here "A stacked line-up in both the men’s and women’s field–including a bunch of Canucks, is going to make for some great racing." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) "It’s too risky to chase a Grand Tour": Lotte Kopecky makes a sacrifice to be able to shine again in 2026 "After a season shaped by pressure and physical setbacks, Lotte Kopecky approaches 2026 with a clear idea: enjoy racing again and rediscover her competitive edge in the Spring Classics." By Ondrej Zhasil (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Could Tour de France stages soon be raced in the morning? Heatwaves could make afternoon racing too dangerous "With record-breaking heatwaves becoming more frequent, it is only a matter of time before the Tour encounters extreme heat stress days that will test existing safety protocols." By Dan Alexander (road.cc) (Image Credit: Zac WiLLIAMS SWpix.com) 'I just dropped two wheels and here we are' - Meet the ex-skateboard pro turned gravel racer "Josie Millard is the latest addition to the Ribble Outliers team." By Meg Elliot (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Ribble Outliers) Factor Bike Buyer's Guide "TPC dives deep into cutting-edge cycling brand: Factor Bikes. Learn about their current road, gravel, triathlon, time trial, & mountain bike lineup to discover which model is best for you." Written by: Adam Vadeboncoeur (theproscloset.com) (Image Credit not Found) It's a sport set up for people who have money" - Uncovering the eye-watering cost of youth racing "Soaring costs are pricing youngsters out of racing, shrinking the talent pool and threatening cycling's future. Meet the parents making huge sacrifices to keep their kids' wheels turning." By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) (Image credit: Andy Jones) In
The News
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Moon Titan Max "A compact, powerful light with a traffic-friendly beam, solid features and good pricing, slightly marred by a forgetful remote." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) “The perfect endurance bike” - Quirk Cycles unveils two very exclusive framesets, including one developed with Rapha founder Simon Mottram to tackle 220-mile Manchester to London ride "These two limited editions of Quirk’s Mamtor and Durmitor framesets will only be available to buy in March 2026, priced at £4,999 and a whopping £9,250 respectively. When they’re gone, they’re gone!" By Paul Grêlé (road.cc) Image Credit: Quirk Cycles) Nank Clip Super Earbuds Review - Open‑Ear Audio for Indoor Training "The Nank Clip Super earbuds impressed me. They deliver clear audio, enough volume to cut through noisy environments, and a secure, comfortable fit. " By Paul Horta-Hopkins (cycletechreview.com) Column
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February 23, 2026
Blogs,
Articles
Del Toro’s first WorldTour win: ‘Just the beginning’ as UAE chase another crazy season "With 15 wins from seven riders in barely a month, UAE Team Emirates is off to a flying start in 2026." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Tiberi hails Del Toro after UAE Tour duel: 'He could become even bigger than Pogacar' "Antonio Tiberi did not leave the UAE empty handed. Second overall, plus a stage victory, marked a strong opening statement to his season." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) After outstanding UAE Tour, Plapp hopes to finally deliver on GC promise: “Biggest goal of the year” "What exactly is Luke Plapp capable of? The Australian has already spent more than six seasons at WorldTour level, yet it has often remained unclear whether he is truly a general classification rider." By Martijn Polder (idlprocycling.com) Photo via AUS Olympic Team Jonathan Milan adds two Spring Classics to his program after UAE Tour hat-trick "The Italian has now added Kuurne Brussels Kuurne and Dwars door Vlaanderen to his schedule, expanding his Flemish block for the coming weeks." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Thomas Gloag praises teammate after promising Algarve performance "The 24-year-old Gloag, was embarking on his first stage race with his new team, Pinarello Q36.5 and impressed by finishing 10th on the second stage atop the Alto da Fóia." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) How to watch the 2026 Omloop het Nieuwsblad: Streaming and TV by country "Looking to watch the Omloop het Nieuwsblad on February 28th featuring Wout van Aert, Tom Pidcock, Paul Magnier and Biniam Girmay, live?" By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Final build-up to Omloop? Van der Poel and Van Aert put in the work in Spain "The traditional opening race of the Flemish spring promises to be spectacular again, but it is not yet completely clear who will and won’t be on the start line." By Martijn Polder (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit not Found) Outsider Groves knows what’s required: Packed schedule includes Giro, Tour and the Classics "Groves opened his road season at the Volta ao Algarve and felt good right away. “I enjoyed that first week,” he said." By Pim van der Doelen (idlprocycling.com) (Image: RCS Sport via roadcycling.com) Adding this one nutrient could help you sleep better "Meeting your sleep needs is crucial to performance. But there is a time when this nutrient runs the risk of interfering with a good day of training or racing." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Getty Images) Titici Expands Its Aero Arsenal with the ALFA Road "Titici enters the aero-conversation with the all-new ALFA lineup, the most aero-focused bikes we’ve seen from the Italian brand." By Jordan Villella (bikerumor.com) (Instagram) Column
Two
February
23, 2026
Podcasts,
(Plus Photos, Vlogs, Books, Misc)
Jonas Vingegaard confirms early comeback after crash and illness scare "Vingegaard will begin his 2026 racing season at Paris-Nice in March, a late adjustment after a crash in training and a spell of illness forced him to delay his original start. " By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingweekly.com) 'The sprinters' World Championships are coming' - It's official, The 2028 Abu Dhabi course will be one for the fast finishers "UCI director puts an end to the speculation and rumors about artificial climbs." By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Richard Plugge pushes back on Visma burnout claims "Burnout has become one of the loudest words in modern cycling, and Visma Lease a Bike regularly gets named when the sport’s pressure is discussed." By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) 'That's exactly why I wanted to join this team' - Onley pleased as Ineos race aggressively in Algarve finale "Oscar Onley (Ineos Grenadiers) narrowly missed out on a first victory in the colors of his new team on the fifth and final stage of the Volta ao Algarve, but showed plenty of positive signs." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) “A very sad moment” - Two killed and six injured as driver of race vehicle veers off road into crowd at Tour of Rwanda "This accident reminds us of the importance of road safety and always remain vigilant, whether driving or cheering on the riders along the race,” Rwanda’s sports minister said." By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) Adam Hansen criticizes SRAM for its refusal to test gear limitations "In a column in the well-known Dutch media outlet Domestique, Adam Hansen aimed to share his opinion on the SRAM case regarding the test that the UCI intended to carry out at the end of the last season, during the Tour of Guangxi, to verify whether limiting gear ratios could be a tool to improve cyclist safety." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) Image: Facebook Worrying start to 2026 for Giant as bike brand’s revenue slumps by 22% in January "Giant’s weak opening month of the year follows a turbulent time for the Taiwanese manufacturer, which was the subject of a prolonged embargo by the US government over forced labor allegations." By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) Prologo Expands Proxim Line with Altius eBike Saddle "The more prevalent eMTBs become, the more specialized the equipment they’ll need. An eMTB-specific saddle might have been crazy a few years ago, but now it totally makes sense." By Jordan Villella (bikerumor.com) (All Photos/Prologo) California isn’t the only state trying to put license places on eBikes "New York lawmakers are once again grappling with a proposal that could fundamentally change how electric bikes operate in the state." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) A free $3,000 for an eBike? One of the US’s largest incentive programs returns "Tampa is bringing back one of the most generous eBike incentive programs in the country, and for some residents, it could mean up to $3,000 off the cost of a new electric bike." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Column
Three
February
23, 2026
Titans fall, newcomers prevail: Five things we learned from the UAE Tour, Volta ao Algarve and the Ruta del Sol "Plenty to celebrate for the young guns at the last of the early-season stage races, but not everyone will go home happy." By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) "If Jasper had been in Kaden's wheel, he would have won the first stage" - Alpecin play down Jasper Philipsen’s winless start to 2026 "Two sprint opportunities, two near misses, and no victory to show for it." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Luke Valenti takes another big win, Sydney Swierenga shines at Clásica de Almería "Some fine racing by Canadian cycling's next gen in Spain." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Cortizo Team/Liv AlUla Jayco Women's Continental Team X Keegan Swenson out of Cape Epic after “getting smoked by a car door” "XC Marathon world champ headed Stateside from Cape Town to start recovery." By Terry McKall (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) 'The team totally deserved the stage win' - Ayuso delivers icing on the cake with Volta ao Algarve stage win "Juan Ayuso sealed the first GC victory of his career in style at the Volta ao Algarve by sprinting to victory atop the Alto do Malhão narrowly ahead of Oscar Onley and Paul Seixas." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) Image: Nico Vereecken / Cor Vos In
The News
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Rapha Men’s Core Rain Jacket "The best has just got better: Rapha's upgrades make this a must-have for wet days." by Henry Winchester (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) Quirk Cycles Founder’s Batch Mamtor Includes Only 25 Frames Worldwide "Limited to 25 frames worldwide, the Founders’ Batch introduces the Mamtor - a modern road bike developed with the same restraint, care, and depth that have defined Quirk for over a decade." (theradavist.com) (Credits not Found) Most Of America’s Paint-Only Bike Paths Are On Our Deadliest Roads "Even worse, most Americans see these terrible lanes and think, "I'd be crazy to ride a bike" - and the cycle continues." By Kea Wilson (usa.streetsblog.org) Photo: Steven Vance Halfords freezes bike prices for 2026: The Carrera Vanquish road bike is still under £500 and 12-speed carbon stays comfortably under £2k "Halfords has released its 2026 cycling range, and while there are few major updates, many bikes and accessories return at the same prices." By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) Column
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February 22, 2026
UAE Tour: Jonathan Milan takes final stage sprint win as Isaac del Toro secures overall victory "Italian beats Erlend Blikra and Sam Welsford to the line in race's quickest-ever stage." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Tour du Rwanda: Itamar Einhorn scores opening stage victory "NSN rider takes the win ahead of Hodei Muñoz and Mewael Girmay." (soudal-quickstepteam.com) (Image credit: Tour du Rwanda via cyclingnews.com) Abu Dhabi 2028 Worlds set to favor sprinters despite artificial climb rumors "The debate over the 2028 World Championships course in Abu Dhabi can be put to rest. Despite recent speculation about an artificial climb in the United Arab Emirates, the organizers insist the rainbow jersey will be decided in a bunch sprint." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) These are the 5 worst proprietary standards I've seen in 25 years as a pro bike mechanic "Bike manufacturers often try to one-up each other by creating new and improved standards for existing components, but sometimes they get it wrong." By Will Soffe (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit: Shimano) 2026 UAE Tour Live Streams "2026 UAE Tour February 16-22nd, United Arab Emirates, Stage 7 (Zayed National Museum →› Abu Dhabi Breakwater, 149km)
Live video Sunday from 5:50am U.S. Eastern, 2:50am Pacific -
Finish at around 4:30am Pacific.
The
race will be shown on HBO Max and FloBikes starting at about
2:50am Pacific."
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2026 Internationale Sluitingsprijs Cyclocross at Oostmalle, Belgium "The 2026 Internationale Sluitingsprijs Cyclocross at Oostmalle, Belgium, February 22nd. Women
at 13:45 CET, 7:45am ET. 4:45am Pacific.
Men
at 15:00 CET, 9:00am ET, 6:00:am Pacific.
The
races may(?) be shown on HBO Max (US) and FloBikes (Canada)
starting at about 4:40am Pacific."
(cyclingfans.com)
Image via cyclocross24.com
Column
Two
February
22, 2026
Podcasts,
(Plus Photos, Vlogs, Books, Misc)
'It's great to get the pressure off' - Tom Pidcock opens 2026 account with victory in Spain "Pinarello Q36.5 rider solos to first win of the season at the Vuelta a Andalucía." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Today's
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Vuelta a Andalucía: Tom Pidcock descends to final stage win as Iván Romeo holds on for overall "Briton converts 5km attack into solo glory ahead of Jan Christen and Romain Grégoire." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Christophe Laporte abandons Ruta del Sol on final stage after crash "Christophe Laporte (Visma | Lease a Bike) has abandoned the Ruta del Sol on the final stage after a crash on the final stage to Lucena." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Image: Screenshot) Two dead and six injured following traffic incident at the 2026 Tour du Rwanda "A traffic accident which included a caravan vehicle has led to the death of two spectators who were on the side of the road." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: ProShots Portuguese UCI Gran Fondo worlds qualifier canceled due to catastrophic storm damage "The Leiria region was devastated by Storm Kristin with record breaking 200 km winds and torrential rain." Author: Ron Barrans (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found) 2026 Vuelta a Andalucia/Ruta del Sol Live Streams "2026 Vuelta a Andalucia Ruta Ciclista del Sol February 18-22, Spain, Stage 5 (La Roda de Andalucía →› Lucena, 167.8km) Live
video Sunday
from 7:30am U.S. Eastern, 4:30am Pacific - Finish at around
6:10am Pacific.
The
race will be shown on HBO Max and FloBikes starting at about
4:30am Pacific."
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Column
Three
February
22, 2026
Videos
Volta ao Algarve: Juan Ayuso wins final stage summit finish to take overall title "Spaniard outpaces Oscar Onley and Paul Seixas atop the Alto do Malhão." By Carlos Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Tour des Alpes Maritimes: Late surge on final climb sees Paul Lapeira take first victory of the season on home soil "Christian Scaroni second and Simon Carr third in Boit." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Romain Bardet, Sophia Gomez Villafane win off-road season opener at Castellon gravel race "Former Tour de France superstar Romain Bardet and 3x Life Time Grand Prix Champion Sofia Gomez Villafane opened the 2026 European off-road gravel season in Spain with wins at UCI Castellon Gravel Race on Sunday." Author: Craig Sakamoto (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found) 'The legs will decide' - Verona on protecting Ayuso ahead of Algarve final showdown "Domestique caught up with Carlos Verona (Lidl Trek) ahead of a crucial final stage of the Volta ao Algarve, with his new teammate Juan Ayuso (Lidl Trek) narrowly leading the general classification." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) Photo: Nico Vereecken / Cor Vos 2026 Volta ao Algarve Live Streams "2026 Volta ao Algarve February 18-22, Portugal, Stage 5 (Faro →› Malhão (Loulé), 148.4km) Live
video Sunday
from 9:30am U.S. Eastern, 6:30am Pacific - Finish at around
7:50am Pacific.
The
race will be shown on HBO Max and FloBikes starting at about
6:30am Pacific."
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2026 Tour des Alpes Maritimes et du Var Live Streams "2026 Tour des Alpes Maritimes February 22, France (Villefranche-sur-Mer →› Biot, 154km) Live
video Sunday from 7:20am U.S. Eastern, 4:20am Pacific -
Finish at around 6:25am Pacific.
The
race will be shown on HBO Max and FloBikes starting at about
4:15am Pacific"
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