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March 31, 2026 Blogs,
Articles
Tour of Flanders 2026: Battle royale between Mathieu van der Poel and Tadej Pogačar? "The Tour of Flanders is back and once again all eyes are on the looming duel between Mathieu van der Poel and Tadej Pogačar." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Mads Pedersen targets Tour of Flanders after disrupted Classics build-up "Mads Pedersen’s spring has already been marked by a crash, illness and careful decision making. The Lidl Trek leader now turns his full attention to the decisive week in Flanders." By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) We are 18 months on from Muriel Furrer’s death - Is pro cycling any safer? "It might have been a freak accident, but racing can’t let something like this happen again." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Tadej Pogačar is auctioning his winning Milan-San Remo jersey, and it's at $68,800 already "The storied jersey is battered by his crash and signed by his team-mates." By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images / Tadej Pogacar) 'If he were ever to leave, it would be for Uno-X' - Cort suggests Vingegaard would only consider one team if he left Visma "Magnus Cort (Uno-X Mobility) has revealed that his compatriot Jonas Vingegaard (Visma Lease a Bike) has said he would only consider leaving his current team for the Scandinavian side." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) 'Wiebes is an absolute animal' - Cat Ferguson says riders need to believe SD Worx,Protime star is beatable "19-year-old British rider takes inspiration from fellow teenage teammate Carys Lloyd's shock win at Ronde Van Brugge." By Martijn Polder (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) 'When there is business involved, this is how it works' - Riccardo Riccò opens up on doping past "Once one of Italy’s most explosive climbers, Riccardo Riccò now lives far from the chaos that defined his career. In a recent interview with La Stampa, the former pro reflected on the choices that nearly cost him his life and the long road toward rebuilding it." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) LOOK turns the sky of Roubaix into a very special 795 Blade RS "LOOK looks north again, and it does so where it matters most, in the race. The French brand has presented the 795 Blade RS Ciel du Nord, a limited edition that will debut on the cobblestones of Paris Roubaix with Team Cofidis and directly connects its latest aero platform with one of the most iconic moments in its history." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) Photo via tuttobicitech.it Coros Spring 2026 Software Update Adds Race Pace Strategy, Climb Guidance, and more! "Coros has just announced its Spring 2026 firmware update for watches, which brings in two key features, along with a pile of other features." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker) Batch Bicycles GB.2: The Entry-Level Gravel Bike You’ve Been Looking For? "Out of the box, the Batch is plenty pretty, though not flashy. The steel gray paint has a glint, and the branding under the top tube is elegantly understated." By Mike Fee (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit Mike Fee) 'It felt strange' - Lenny Martinez surprised by Vingegaard's approach in Paris Nice finale "Lenny Martinez (Bahrain Victorious) has started 2026 in strong form and, if anything, the attention around him has only grown louder." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Column
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March 31,
2026
Podcasts,
Photos, Books, Miscellaneous
Wout van Aert resurgent, Lorena Wiebes unstoppable, big teams dominate again and more - Five things we learned from In Flanders Fields and E3 Saxo Classic "We look back over the weekend's Classics racing." By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Remco Evenepoel sets his sights on the Tour of Flanders after all "Remco Evenepoel once again denied participation in the Tour of Flanders on Sunday, but the chance that he will start is indeed high." By Youri IJnsen (cyclingflash.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) 'He's just a normal human being' - In Belgium, Van Aert means more than his results "On Wednesday, Wout van Aert lines up at Dwars door Vlaanderen, a race that has brought physical and emotional agony these past two years." By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Beyond the favorites: Five riders to watch at Dwars door Vlaanderen 2026 "Who could make an impact at Dwars door Vlaanderen beyond the obvious names? Here are five riders who might surprise." by Dieter Loos (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) 'It can negatively affect training adaptation and performance long before anemia develops' - Is iron deficiency holding you back on the bike? "An expert's take on blood health and performance." By Rob Kemp (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Richard Butcher) The world’s safest bicycle helmet? Meet the PIKIO Si, which just received the Virginia Tech Helmet Lab’s best-ever safety score "How do you make the safest possible bicycle helmet? Overall shape plays a big part, as does foam density and placement, but what’s inside matters, too." By Tyler Boucher (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: PIKIO LABS) A clinical Jonas Vingegaard and a long list of riders MIA - Philippa York analyses the Volta a Catalunya "Whose positioning undermined their climbing? Who needs more core strength? And what's the deal with Remco Evenepoel? Our columnist dives into the big talking points." By Ondrej Zhasil (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Shift into the big ring for the finale of the Amazon Spring Sale. I’ve been scouring all week for the best cycling deals, and these 30 are still live - sale ends at midnight tonight! "I have been picking my way through the Amazon Big Spring Sale all week, in search of the best deals for cyclists - the finale is now in sight, hurry, the sale ends midnight tonight!." By Matt Ischt-Barnard (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Jeb Wallace-Brodeur) Five old bits of cycling kit that I can’t bring myself to let go of, and sometimes still use "A selection of memories and stories from the biscuit tin of old stuff." By Paul Grêlé (road.cc) (Image Credit: Paul Grêlé) How to watch the 2026 GP Miguel Indurain & Itzulia Basque Country live and on TV in the USA and UK - Dates, stages and schedules "On the 4th of April the peloton takes on the GP Miguel Indurain; and then from the 6th to the 11th the Itzulia Basque Country." (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Column
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March 31,
2026
Videos
Pierre Gautherat strikes in Paris Camembert "Alexandre Delettre and Maxime Vezie complete podium at hilly one-day event." (cyclingflash.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Dwars door Vlaanderen 2026 preview - Visma to take revenge on 2025 fiasco? "The 80th edition of Dwars door Vlaanderen takes place on Wednesday, April 1st, offering the final cobbled test before the Tour of Flanders and a chance for Visma to erase the bitter memory of 2025." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Fan in Wout van Aert photo reveals what really happened on Kemmelberg "The fan whose face appeared to be flattened by Wout van Aert has now explained to Sporza what actually happened." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) Photo: Cor Vos / Chris Auld How do the pros train? Mattia Agostinacchio takes us through his pre-race week "The 18-year-old Italian is the European U23 cyclocross champion and the youngest rider in the men's WorldTour." By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) (Image credit: Getty Images) Tadej Pogačar shows up in random fan’s Instagram comments about Colnago dream bike "A million-like challenge sounded impossible, until the world champ showed up in the replies, giving one fan a shot at a seriously pricey upgrade." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo: Corvelophysio/Instagram Cycling can make your brain fitter, according to a new study "Patients pedaling for 20 minutes a day experienced ‘ripples’ in a part of their brains that improved how they processed and remembered information." By Pat Kinsella (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) There’s nothing like the death of a cyclist to show how sickeningly awful some people in your local community can be "George Hill offers his thoughts on some hateful and disturbing comments on social media following the death of a cyclist in his local area." By George Hill (road.cc) (Image Credit: Peter Silburn) Shand's revived Stramash gravel bike gets UDH dropouts compatible with T-Type, Rohloff and belt-driven drivetrains "Shand’s do-it-all gravel bike is absolutely brimming with features, including huge UDH compatibility and multi-fit BB." By Liam Mercer (road.cc) (Image Credit: Shand) Universal Colors Men’s Mono Rain Jacket "Packable and impressively waterproof, but compromised by rather weak breathability." By Alex Bowden (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) "This system turns your foot into a pedal" - We tested the Q36.5 Unique Pro 4.0 shoes with the SRM pedals "When Q36.5, the brand obsessed with thermal and biomechanical performance, announced its collaboration with SRM (pioneers of the power meter), we knew something big was on the way." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) Photo via matosvelo.fr Five riders for your Dwars door Vlaanderen fantasy team "Searching for smart picks ahead of Dwars door Vlaanderen? Here are five riders to consider for your fantasy team." By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Ben Turner explains bizarre crash in In Flanders Fields "It has not been the smoothest Flemish spring so far for Ben Turner. The Brit, who had started his season well, suffered bad luck twice over the weekend. Above all, his crash in In Flanders Fields has clearly left its mark. " By Tom van der Salm (idlprocycling.com) (Image: Screenshot) Column
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March 30, 2026
Blogs,
Articles
'I've spent the last two years fighting my way back' - Are we now seeing a Jonas Vingegaard who can take on Tadej Pogačar again? "Former Danish pro and pundit says he's found his pre-crash form, and could be even better than that." By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Dwars door Vlaanderen preview "Van Aert, Pedersen, Vollering and Kopecky headline impressive field on Wednesday." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo via velo.outside.com Mathieu van der Poel retreats to Spain on private jet to fine-tune Tour of Flanders form "Dutchman opts for warm-weather preparation after exertions at E3 and In Flanders Fields." (cyclingflash.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) ‘Just feel like Mike Tyson punched me in the back’ - Ben Turner laughs off Gent Wevelgem front flip "It looked nasty in the moment, but Ben Turner appears to have escaped serious injury after his heavy crash at Gent Wevelgem, even finding room for humor in the aftermath." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) The most reliable power meter pedals we have ever tested: Save $92 on Favero Assioma Duos in the Amazon Spring Sale "Even when Editor Michelle tested the Assiomas back in 2020, she found them incredibly reliable, awarding them 4.5 stars. Fast forward to 2026, Tech Writer Aaron’s pair are still going strong seven years after he first clipped in." By Matt Ischt-Barnard (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future) Springs Here! Velocio Unveils its New 2026 Spring/Summer Road/Gravel Collection "It seems that Spring has arrived. Just in time for the occasion, Velocio has released its Spring/Summer 2026 collection." By Ron Frazelle (bikerumor.com) (Photos / Velocio) Exposure Trace Mk3 "Beautifully made and highly effective, though the unsophisticated battery meter disappoints given the price." by Sam Smith (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) The rise and fall of the Doltcini Van Eyck team "Doltcini Van Eyck was never one of the giants of women’s cycling, but for a few years, it became a familiar and often effective part of the sport’s middle tier." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) Photo via velo.outside.com Column
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March 30,
2026
Podcasts,
Photos, Books, Miscellaneous
"We can keep up now" - Visma draws confidence from Wout van Aert's performance "Although Wout van Aert came away empty-handed after In Flanders Fields, his team Visma Lease a Bike sees plenty of reason for optimism heading into the Tour of Flanders and Paris Roubaix." (cyclingflash.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) How to watch Dwars door Vlaanderen 2026: Streaming and TV by country "Looking to watch Dwars door Vlaanderen 2026, featuring Pedersen, Van Aert, Philipsen, and De Lie?" by Dieter Loos (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) 'He still has ten years' - Remco Evenepoel held back from Flanders despite growing ambition "The decision reflects a deliberate choice by Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe to stick to a long term plan rather than react to short-term momentum." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Olympian biathlon star who wore Pantani’s earring signs pro cycling contract "Émilien Jacquelin joins Decathlon CMA CGM team calling it a ‘childhood dream." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo: Decathlon CMA CGM ‘Worst case I get to ride a lot’ - Lael Wilcox on her quest to become the fastest human to ride round the world "For the first time in her 11-year racing career, Wilcox will be riding with a full support crew who will handle her nutrition, logistics and bike mechanics, allowing her to focus on pedaling for 16 hours a day." By Andy Cochrane (sports.yahoo.com) (Photograph: Rugile Kaladyte) Is Gardenscapes ruining my training? "Long indoor rides can be a grind, and a phone game can make the time fly, but sometimes distractions get in the way of real training." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Wahoo’s Elemnt Roam 3 computer, a rear radar from BBB, plus more from Garmin, Rudy Project & Skarper "Check out the coolest products we’ll be reviewing on road.cc over the next few weeks." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) Bike Chain Efficiency Testing: Wax vs Oils, Old vs New Chains, Singlespeed vs Gears, OSPW "Bicycle drivetrains come in many different configurations, and as a result, bike chain efficiency - the percentage of power that actually makes it from your pedals to the rear wheel - can vary quite a bit." by (cyclingabout.com)Alee Denham New eBike bill in congress could bring long-awaited federal regulation "A new bipartisan bill introduced in Congress could finally establish a long-missing federal framework for regulating electric bikes and similar micromobility devices in the US." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Column
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March 30,
2026
Videos
'I need to rest and see what's wrong with me' - João Almeida off for medical tests after Volta a Catalunya struggles "Portuguese rider finished the Spanish stage race in 38th place." By Tom van der Salm (idlprocycling.com) Investigation into Muriel Furrer's death finds no wrongdoing "The investigation into the tragic accident of Swiss cyclist Muriel Furrer - who lost her life during the 2024 Road World Championships in Zürich - has been concluded. According to the authorities, no criminally relevant errors were made in the security of the course or the first aid provided." (cyclingflash.com) (Image credit: UCI via cyclingnews.com) 'Entertaining racing, exceptional backdrops, enthusiastic crowds' - Tour of Britain to return to Yorkshire "It might have been missed off the map for the men’s Tour de France, but Yorkshire will see some elite cycling in 2026 and 2027 after a new deal is announced." By Pat Kinsella (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Food delivery courier smashes sprint record on €200 budget bike at Asian cycling championship "The time erased a Philippine record that had stood for two decades, cutting almost one second from the previous mark set by celebrated pro and Philippine national champion Jan Paul Morales at the 2006 Asian Games in Doha." Author: Associate Writers (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found) A minimalist spring maintenance guide for lazy riders "A bare minimum checklist to avoid frustration." By Terry McKall (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Clément Venturini feared for his career but now wins for Unibet Rose Rockets "How fortunes can change. Clément Venturini's cycling career seemed to hang by a thread during the winter months, but after Arkéa B&B Hotels folded, the Frenchman was picked up by Unibet Rose Rockets." (cyclingflash.com) (Credits not Found) Andrés Iniesta embraces cycling as NSN builds momentum in Catalunya "Ethan Vernon opened the account at the Tour Down Under and added another win this week in Barcelona, while Biniam Girmay picked up victories at the Clasica de Almeria and a stage of the Volta a la Comunitat Valenciana. George Bennett also contributed with the national title in New Zealand." By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Image Credit not Found) TNT Sports and HBO Max to air new weekly cycling show "The Cycling Show will run for 10 episodes starting Tuesday March 31st." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Tragedy in Bahrain: Two cyclists killed after car crashes into peloton "The amateur cycling community in Bahrain is mourning the deaths of two amateur riders killed by a car during an early morning group ride on Friday, March 20th, 2026." Author: Associate Writers (granfondodailynews.com) Photo via gdnonline.com Column
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March 29, 2026
Jasper Philipsen wins In Flanders Fields after favorites are caught late "The Belgian rider sprinted to victory after Mathieu van der Poel and Wout van Aert were caught just before the final kilometer." By Joseph Lycett (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) In Flanders Fields: Jasper Philipsen clinches bunch sprint victory as spectacular late breakaway by Mathieu van der Poel and Wout van Aert collapses close to the line "Tobias Lund Andresen second behind Belgian sprint star." By Carlos Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Photo by ELIAS ROM / BELGA MAG / Belga via AFP) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) ‘I knew we had Jasper behind’ - Mathieu van der Poel explains why he didn’t fully commit in Gent Wevelgem finale "Mathieu van der Poel admitted he never fully committed to the winning move with Wout van Aert at Gent Wevelgem, knowing teammate Jasper Philipsen was perfectly positioned behind to finish the job." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Is Mathieu van der Poel fully recovered from E3 Saxo Classic? "Still feel it" "After a formidable effort in the E3 Saxo Classic, Mathieu van der Poel is already at the start line again two days later at In Flanders Fields. The Alpecin Premier Tech rider would love to add the race to his palmarès but still feels the effects from Friday’s race in his legs, he told WielerFlits, among others." (cyclingflash.com) (Credits not Found) “I need to understand what’s going wrong with me” - Joao Almeida raises concerns after disappointing Volta a Catalunya "Joao Almeida has openly admitted concern over his current condition after a difficult week at the Volta a Catalunya, where the UAE Team Emirates XRG rider struggled to make an impact in the general classification." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) Mads Pedersen gives crummy update before Gent Wevelgem "The Lidl Trek rider has just returned to pro peloton after a long recovery due to a broken wrist." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo via trekbikes.com Alejandro Che and Holly Breck win 2026 Tour de Murrieta Grand Prix "The 2026 Tour de Murrieta kicked off the Omnium with the Grand Prix course pb by Capriroso in Downtown Murrieta." (socalcycling.com) (Credits not Found) Catalunya 7 & Middlekerke - Wevelgem 2026: Is Mathieu van der Poel fatigued? Wout van Aert hitting top form for the spring? "The final Sunday of March delivered a double serving of high-level racing, with both In Flanders Fields - From Middlekerke to Wevelgem and the closing stage of the Volta a Catalunya providing contrasting but equally compelling narratives." By Carlos Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) In
The News
Roodhooft
hails three key signings alongside Van der Poel and
Philipsen after In Flanders Fields win
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Merida eSpresso 300 SE EQ 418Wh "Uncomplicated, practical, urban eBike may struggle to stand out from the crowd." by Ian Evenden (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) Visma Lease a Bike issue statement after fan incident at Coppi e Bartali "Visma Lease a Bike felt compelled on Saturday to issue a statement after the fourth stage of the Coppi and Bartali Cycling Week, following the behavior of some fans." By Tom van der Salm (idlprocycling.com) (Image: Screenshot) 2026 Gent Wevelgem In Flanders Fields - from Middelkerke to Wevelgem Live Streams "2026 Gent Wevelgem In Flanders Fields - from Middelkerke to Wevelgem March 29th, Belgium (Middelkerke → Wevelgem, 240.8km) Live
video Sunday from 7:30am U.S. Eastern, 4:30am Pacific -
Finish at around 7:20am Pacific.
The
race will be shown on FloBikes starting at about 4:45am
Pacific."
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'To finally get a WorldTour win feels amazing' - Brady Gilmore snatches victory on Volta a Catalunya final stage as Jonas Vingegaard secures the overall victory "The Australian rider emerged victorious from a reduced bunch sprint in Barcelona to take the first WorldTour win of his career." By Joseph Lycett (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Volta a Catalunya: Jonas Vingegaard secures second major overall victory of 2026, Brady Gilmore sprints to surprise final stage win in Barcelona "After Paris Nice triumph, Vingegaard goes from strength to strength with second WorldTour stage race victory in 2026." By Carlos Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Coppi e Bartali: Mauro Schmid eclipses Axel Laurance to claim overall victory in thrilling two-up sprint on final day "Swiss Champion beats Frenchman in sprint to take finale stage 5 victory in Gemona del Friuli." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Clément Venturini claims first win in eight years at Roue Tourangelle "Unibet Rose Rockets rider wins small group sprint ahead of Martin Mercellusi and Matys Grisel in streets of Tours." (cyclingflash.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Watch out: Vingegaard is not at his best yet - “I’m sure there’s more in the tank” "Two stage wins and a commanding overall victory: Jonas Vingegaard and Visma Lease a Bike can look back on an excellent week at the Volta a Catalunya." By Martijn Polder (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) ‘I don’t think it’s up to me to say that’ - Vingegaard responds to ‘best ever’ praise after Catalunya GC win "Jonas Vingegaard brushed off ‘best ever’ praise after securing the Volta a Catalunya GC, insisting it is not for him to judge while maintaining that he can still improve ahead of the Giro d’Italia." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) Photo: Auto / Cor Vos 'All the kids called him dad’ - Brennan’s former coach on his early leadership "As Matthew Brennan lines up for Gent Wevelgem this Sunday, his former coach Giles Pidcock points to early signs that already marked him out as a standout talent on the cobbles." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) I planned a lovely non-cycling holiday in Calpe: It didn't go to plan "Everyone just assumed I was going to Calpe to ride my bike; I was so worried about disappointing them I had to go out for several long rides." By Michael Hutchinson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) 'We got the maximum out of it, but the final touch was missing' - Red Bull leaves Catalunya with confidence "Sports director Klaas Lodewyck believes Remco Evenepoel and Florian Lipowitz extracted everything possible from the Volta a Catalunya, even if the team ultimately fell just short of a perfect result." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Newlane folding helmet - A clever gadget for those eking out every inch of space "Flattening a helmet for easier storage isn't easy when it's job is to protect your head." By Andy Carr (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future) 2026 Volta a Catalunya Live Streams "2026 Volta Ciclista a Catalunya March 23-29th, Spain, stage 7 (Barcelona → Barcelona, 95.1km) Live
video Sunday from 6:20am U.S. Eastern, 3:20am Pacific -
Finish at around 5:00am Pacific.
The
race will be shown on Peacock and FloBikes starting at about
3:20am Pacific."
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In Flanders Fields Women: Lorena Wiebes sprints to record third consecutive victory in Wevelgem "Fleur Moors second, Karlijn Swinkels third from a five-rider breakaway." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) "I shouldn’t give my sports director a heart attack" - Lorena Wiebes nearly throws away In Flanders Fields win with early celebration "Lorena Wiebes delivered one of the most dominant performances of her spring, but very nearly undid it all in the final meters of In Flanders Fields." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo via NOS Bizarre race names, silly calendar tweaks, and tech overhauls: Pro cycling changes that worked (and those that didn’t) "Wherefore art thou, In Flanders Fields - From Middelkerke to Wevelgem?" By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) 2026 Tour of the Gila Jerseys Revealed "New and Returning Jersey Sponsors for Tour of the Gila presented by New Mexico True." (socalcycling.com) (Credits not Found) Lukas Kubis laughs: "With Unibet Rose Rockets, we are now only going for wins" "Unibet Rose Rockets has had a particularly strong season so far, thanks in part to Dylan Groenewegen’s victories. Lukas Kubis has also contributed." (cyclingflash.com) (Credits not Found) From doping ban to podium king: Bjorn De Decker returns to rule UCI Granfondo Belgium "The stone walls and rolling hills surrounding Lacs de l'Eau d'Heure delivered pure Belgian Classics theater on Sunday at the Granfondo Belgium world championship qualifier, as Bjorn De Decker once again demonstrated he still hungers for victory." Author: Dan Hood (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Remco Evenepoel reflects on eventful Catalan week: "Without that crash, I could have done more" "A rollercoaster: that’s how you could describe Remco Evenepoel’s Tour of Catalonia." (cyclingflash.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Jonas Vingegaard "can improve quite a lot" towards Giro and Tour insists Visma DS: "He’s happy, eager to attack, and his form is very good" "Jonas Vingegaard’s overall victory at the Volta a Catalunya may have underlined his early-season dominance, but inside Team Visma Lease a Bike, there is a clear belief that the Dane is still building towards a higher level." Photo via France 24 Magicshine ALLTY 1500s lights review: A brilliant light for commuting all year round "This is a slimline, feature packed, very bright and ultra-high tech bike light for the money, which leaves other more traditional units in its shadow." By Andy Carr (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Andy Carr) Commute-proof your bike to withstand whatever the weather throws at it "Almost any bike can be used to get you to work, but if you're using a race bike, it needs some TLC to stand up to the rigors of the job." By Andy Carr (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future) Meet the industrial metropolis transforming into a world-leading cycling city "Home of British Cycling and a recent European Capital of Cycling, Manchester has just released a 5-year plan to become a paradise for peddlers." By Pat Kinsella (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) 2026 In Flanders Fields - In Wevelgem Women Live Streams "2026 In Flanders Fields - In Wevelgem Women March 29th, Belgium (Wevelgem → Wevelgem, 135.2km) Live
video Sunday from 9:40am U.S. Eastern, 6:40am Pacific -
Finish at around 8:45am Pacific.
The
race will be shown on FloBikes starting at about 6:40am
Pacific."
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March 28, 2026
Coppi e Bartali: Axel Laurance captures second stage to move into overall lead with one day remaining "Ineos Grenadiers racer already victorious on opening stage." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Visma Lease a Bike staff targeted by intoxicated fans during Coppi e Bartali stage "Members of Visma Lease a Bike were involved in a security incident during stage 4 of the Settimana Internazionale Coppi e Bartali, after two intoxicated spectators approached the team car." By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) Photo via cyclingmagazine.ca Mads Pedersen skips In Flanders Fields "Mads Pedersen will not start In Flanders Fields on Sunday. From Middelkerke to Wevelgem. The Dane has been feeling unwell for several days." (cyclingflash.com) (Credits not Found) 'All signs are good' - Van Aert returns to the fray at Gent Wevelgem (Flanders Fields) "Wout van Aert skipped the E3 Saxo Classic in favor of completing another block of training. He returns at Gent Wevelgem, and the race will be a key work-out ahead of his dates with destiny at the Tour of Flanders and Paris Roubaix." By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) "And then you have a team like Red Bull..." - Mads Pedersen not too happy with rival tactics in pursuit of Mathieu van der Poel at E3 Saxo Classic "The E3 Saxo Classic played out perhaps as expected when it comes to Mathieu van der Poel taking the victory, but not as expected regarding team tactics." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Human after all: What does Van der Poel's E3 win mean for the Tour of Flanders? "A win is a win, but E3 Harelbeke can occasionally throw up a victory that raises more questions than it answers." By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) “He is the best in the world, but…” - Miguel Indurain praises Tadej Pogacar while stopping short of GOAT claim "Tadej Pogacar’s 2026 season is already drifting beyond dominance and into something more historically loaded." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) Drama in Catalunya, bunny-hopping staircases and a bicycle puppet show - This week in cycling social media "Plus, a short lesson in bike handling." By Meg Elliot (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Alamy) Prestacycle TorqRatchet Elite Lite - 2~12Nm "Impressively versatile, genuinely useful and ruggedly built tool that should last you for years." By Mike Stead (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) The 7 Biggest Lessons Bike Touring Will Teach You (From 170 Continent-Crossing Cyclists) "Bike touring is a very special way to see and experience the world, and I attribute much of what I’ve learned about myself and the world to it. But I can’t be the only one learning from these journeys." by Alee Denham (cyclingabout.com) "It's tough, my back has noticed it. I could use some suspension" - Nino Schurter finishes fifth in his first gravel race "Nino Schurter has his first competitive reference in gravel. The Swiss finished fifth in The Hills Gravel Race in Italy, on a day when the American Bradyn Lange won solo in the men's race and the Dutch Larissa Hartog dominated in the women's category." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) (Image Credit not Found) Dear bike industry: Give us more small travel, full-power eMTBs please! "Liam reckons that the real way to achieve regular bike performance is through reducing suspension travel." By Liam Mercer (road.cc) (Image Credit: Pivot Cycles) Column
Two
March 28,
2026
Podcasts,
Photos, Books, Miscellaneous
Volta a Catalunya: Jonas Vingegaard takes back-to-back wins on stage 6 atop summit finish in Queralt, increases race lead "Lenny Martinez second and Florian Lipowitz third, as Remco Evenepoel hangs on for fifth after moving into a team support role." By Rob Sturney (cyclingmagazine.ca) Jonas Vingegaard had plenty in reserve when Remco Evenepoel set the pace "There’s little to be done against Jonas Vingegaard in the Tour of Catalonia, but that doesn’t mean the rest aren’t trying. During the sixth stage, Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe tried to make life difficult for the Dane, but without success." (cyclingflash.com) (Credits not Found) Volta a Catalunya stage 6 - Battle for the GC in a brutal mountain day "The riders with general classification ambitions will be hoping they’ve rested well, because a long and demanding day in the saddle lies ahead." By Carlos Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Tom Pidcock medical update after tough crash in Spain "Pinarello Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team gives news after accident at Volta a Catalunya." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo: Getty Images/Pinarello Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team Olav Kooij’s comeback still not in sight "Due to a persistent virus, Olav Kooij has been sidelined for months. Although he seems to be cautiously heading in the right direction, his return to the peloton is still a way off. At Decathlon CMA CGM, they cannot yet put a date on his comeback." By Maxim Horssels (cyclingflash.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Tom
Boonen on his day as trainee team director: "Learned little,
except that chasers were stupid"...
Tom Boonen leaves door open for flexible role at Soudal Quick Step after E3 trial "Tom Boonen has ruled out the idea of becoming a sports director but he remains open to the possibility of taking a different style of role at Soudal Quick Step after he featured in the team car at the E3 Saxo Classic on Friday." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Promising young Iraqi submits positive dope test prior to Asian cycling championship "Iraqi road cyclist Wehbi Abdullah, 22, competed at the 2026 UCI Asian Continental Championship while an undisclosed positive doping test result was already pending against him." Author: John Woodson (granfondodailynews.com) Top 5 health and fitness products to buy during spring sales (and 2 to skip) "How to shop smart and save money on fitness trackers, workout equipment, sportswear, air purifiers, toothbrushes, and other health and fitness products." By Anna Gora (livescience.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Want to own a unique piece of cycling history? Tadej Pogacar auctions torn Milano Sanremo winning jersey for charity "Tadej Pogacar’s long-awaited Milano Sanremo triumph is already etched into the sport’s recent history. Now, a physical piece of that moment is being offered to the public, with a growing price tag to match its significance." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via msn.com) 'Less is more' - Nicola Rosin on turning Colnago into cycling’s most desirable brand "The CEO talks with Escape Collective about five years of growth, what Tadej Pogačar is worth to the business, and why focus has carried the company to unprecedented success." by Suvi Loponen (escapecollective.com) Photography by Colnago 2026 Volta a Catalunya Live Streams "2026 Volta Ciclista a Catalunya March 23-29th, Spain, stage 6 (Berga → Queralt, 158.2km) Live
video Saturday from 10:00am U.S. Eastern, 7:00am Pacific -
Finish at around 9:00am Pacific.
The
race will be shown on Peacock and FloBikes starting at about
6:55am Pacific."
(cyclingfans.com) Powered by La
FlammeRouge via procyclingstats.com
Column
Three
March 28,
2026
Videos
Visma Lease a Bike dominates queen stage of Olympia's Tour "As expected, the first major gaps in Olympia's Tour formed on the VAM hill. Visma Lease a Bike talents Ashlin Barry and Aldo Tailleu took the first two positions." (cyclingflash.com) Visma Photo: Lease A Bike / X via cyclingmagazine.ca Five riders who might surprise at Gent Wevelgem (Flanders Fields) "Who, beyond the top favorites, could make an impact at Gent Wevelgem? Here are five riders who might surprise." Dieter Loos (domestiquecycling.com) Photo: Tommaso Pellagalli / Cor Vos Van der Poel hits career best numbers in E3 Saxo Classic win "Mathieu van der Poel may have looked on the limit in the closing kilometres of the 2026 E3 Saxo Classic, but the numbers behind his ride tell a different story." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Richard Plugge also receives yellow card after Axel Zingle's sticky bidon incident "The UCI has sanctioned Richard Plugge and Axel Zingle for the taped water bottle incident on Friday at the E3 Saxo Classic. Plugge, who was behind the wheel, received a yellow card and a fine of 500 Swiss francs for handing over the bottle, while Zingle was penalized with the yellow card, the fine, and an additional deduction of 100 UCI points." (cyclingflash.com) (Credits not Found) Women’s Gent Wevelgem preview "Lorena Wiebes has won the last two, and whether it’s a reduced bunch or a large group sprint. The Dutch rider is the odds-on favorite." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Take me to your leader: Limar's Air Atlas UAP helmet is giving us alien vibes… Plus Storck unveils 5.3kg off-the-shelf disc brake road bikes + More tech from Pirelli, Scicon, HJC, Kickstarter "Our weekly tech round-up features wireless tire pressure gauges, Pirelli’s “fastest and most aerodynamic road tire ever”, and a saddlebag with an interesting safety feature." By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) Road rage driver arrested and BMW confiscated after tailgating pro cyclists in bike lane, throwing objects, and ‘threatening to kill’ riders… for squirting water at car "The Californian driver was arrested on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon following the incident, a clip of which has gone viral on social media." By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (Image Credit: Instagram/Luke Fetzer) In
The News
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The electronics of the Flight Attendant now works with 32” wheels and won at the Cape Epic "The Cape Epic 2026 not only served as a testing ground for 32-inch wheels. It also left one of the first pieces of evidence that electronic suspension systems have already begun to adapt to this new standard. And it did so in the most demanding scenario possible, also with a stage victory." By Migue A. (en.brujulabike.com) Photo: Stoll Bikes via pinkbike.com Soudal Quick Step make approaches for De Lie and Van Eetvelt "Arnaud De Lie remains one of Belgium’s biggest cycling talents, even if he has found it difficult in recent spring campaigns. That does not change the level of his ability, and other teams have clearly noticed." By Martijn Polder (idlprocycling.com) Photo via RTBF Scicon Aeroshade 2.0 Titanium & Aerobeam Titanium Glasses "Cycling eyewear has come a long way, but Scicon Titanium cycling glasses are still a rarity in the performance eyewear world. Scicon is looking to change that with two premium models: the Aeroshade 2.0 Titanium and the Aerobeam Titanium." By Paul Horta-Hopkins (cycletechreview.com) Photo via BikeRadar: As little as a $5.00 monthly contribution would help keep the DougReport online, give more if you are able! The DougReport does not have advertisements, your donations are the only source of funding!
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