Ex-rider interview: A few years ago Ed Hood interviewed the super classy Italian Roberto Visentini, but in the 80’s Britain had stylish riders too: Malcolm Elliot, Chris Walker and… Steve Sefton all had ‘IT’. Steve celebrated his birthday last week, so we look back with Ed to hear about Seftie’s career. “I’m never happier than […]

In this week’s AIRmail newsletter, The Outer Line takes an in-depth look at trending cycling news: Pogačar wraps season with another rout …But anything can happen next year, anti-doping controversies continue, relevant rule changes in soccer, can SafeR help end the spate of fatal injuries? SaferR… # Catch up on pro cycling – and its […]

Gear Break: ekoï E-LENS electronic glasses in white galaxy revo green, Bob and Brad Q2 Pro Mini massage gun with heat and cold head, Bianchi unveils new colors for revamped Oltre range, announcing Zwift’s biggest racing update to date: Zwift Racing Score, DMT: A Lunch with a legend – Tadej Pogačar and Gobik Guide – […]

Now that the cold weather is round the corner and the icy wind is starting to blowing, it’s time to return to the Pain Cave, where the sun is always shining, the fans are blowing hard and refreshments and the bathroom are close at hand. No flat tires, no mechanicals and no excuses – it’s […]

As we wonder at the Tadej Pogačar domination, EUROTRASH Thursday takes in all the latest news from the peloton: Video, report and results from the Giro del Veneto. Q36.5 is doing everything it can to sign Tom Pidcock – TOP STORY. Rider news: Michael Boogerd speculates on the many Visma | Lease a Bike injuries […]

Now that the 2024 road season is over, we can look back on the top winners; Tadej Pogačar and Mathieu van der Poel and their move up the table of all-time Monument winners. Between the two stars, they have won Liège-Bastogne-Liège, Il Lombardia (Pogačar), Ronde van Vlaanderen and Paris-Roubaix (Van der Poel) this season. They […]

As the cooler weather sets in and most cyclists break out wind vests and arm warmers, a great opportunity lies in the next few weeks to build some solid base fitness while burning off some excess body fat. Who should consider changing body composition during base season? While many cyclists are thought to be “skinny” […]

As the cooler weather sets in and most cyclists break out wind vests and arm warmers, a great opportunity lies in the next few weeks to build some solid base fitness while burning off some excess body fat. Who should consider changing body composition during base season? While many cyclists are thought to be “skinny” […]

COROS is well known for their GPS watches, but is coming on strong with a line of bike computers – and the DURA is the newest. What sets it apart from Garmin, Wahoo, and Hammerhead is that the COROS DURA is solar powered with a claimed 120 hours on a full charge plus up to […]

The last big race of the season was another show of strength by Tadej Pogačar in Il Lombardia. All the latest race news in EUROTRASH Monday: Il Lombardia, the GranPiemonte, the men’s and women’s Chrono des Nations and the Exact Cross Be-Mine Cross in Beringen with video, rider quotes, reports and results. Evenepoel emotional – […]

With the apparent gradual extinction of professional-level road racing in the United States and the popular rise of gravel racing, it is easy sometimes to overlook another type of bike racing that has a long history in North America. While the biggest and most celebrated gravel races seem to take place in the middle of […]

2024 Il Lombardia Race Report: Tadej Pogačar has won Il Lombardia for the fourth time in a row. The World champion rode away from the peloton on the Colma di Sormano and then soloed to the seventh monument victory of his career. Remco Evenepoel (Soudal Quick-Step) left the other chasers for second place and Giulio […]

Roadside Report: 07.00: the alarm blasts, but it’s not too painful, only two grappas last night. La Gazzetta Dello Sport tells us that it’s the 104th edition of the Giro di Lombardia with “196 corridori di 25 nazioni e di 25 squadre.” It’s time for one last Monument, one last big race for 2010. Read […]

“Spectating at Il Lombardia” was the subject of the email from PEZ-Fan Ron V. looking for tips on following the best one day race of the season (if you ask me). I had the perfect itinerary for him – since I’d done something very similar with PEZ-man Alessandro back in 2015. With the rescheduled Lombardia […]

If cycling is your passion, you might not be a stranger to the idea of taking a dedicated holiday around this hobby. This can be a great way of seeing some scenic new sights while getting in a healthy amount of exercise. If you are new to these kinds of trips, you can start with […]

Gear Break: Wahoo KICKR MOVE: Want an undeniably real indoor ride experience? Pas Normal Studios x Salomon: Merging routines on and off the bike, Modern Classics – The all-new Pashley Pathfinder collection, Muc-Off take on the elements, Club Ride Apparel: Your new favorite color just landed and MyWhoosh update time — Version 3.8.5!   Wahoo […]

Cycling is a popular leisure activity that doubles as an exciting professional sport. You can clear your mind while you enjoy the beautiful scenery provided by Mother Nature on a bike, and you can also relax by watching experts compete against each other. However, you can also experience cycling at its professional level, and your […]

Il Lombardia Race Preview: The days are shorter, the leaves are falling and 2024 cycling season is almost over. But there is one ‘big bash’ left – Il Lombardia. The fifth and final Monument Classic of the season, a race with a long history and many epic editions. The ‘Race of the Falling (Dead) Leaves’ […]

As we get ready for the last Monument of the year, Il Lombardia, we catch up with the Coppa Bernocchi and the weather hit Tre Valli Varesine with video, results, reports and rider’s thoughts. Il Lombardia 2024: The entry list and all the info – TOP STORY. Rider news: Vuelta crash leaves deep scars on […]

Wout van Aert is now a well-known name in the world of cycling, impressing fans with his strong performances and ability to succeed in different types of races. He has won major races and also faced tough challenges, including a serious crash. His determination to bounce back from this setback has made him one of […]

VIDEO: As we count down to the final Monument of the 2024 pro road cycling season, I talk with Chris Horner about the Giro di Lombardia, running 252km form Bergamo to Como and taking in the climbs around one of cycling most scenic regions, and what makes this race so special. Click Play to watch […]

The signature climb of the Giro di Lombardia summits at the famous Madonna del Ghisallo church, high above Lake Como in Northern Italy. This tiny ‘chiesa’ is home to the Patron Saint of Cyclists, and is a must see on any trip to the region – here’s a look inside. Regular PEZ-Fans will know this […]

The weather is getting colder, so if you’re a fan of indoor riding, you’re probaby about to fire up Zwift. If you’re like me, you might like to jump into a race or two every week. They make the time go by and they are (sort of) fun! Enter the Zwift Racing Score. The online […]

Since 2005, riders involved in a crash or mechanical issue within the last three kilometres of a stage have been automatically credited with the same time as their group, as a safety measure. This rule will no longer apply starting Jan. 1, 2025. The rule was originally one kilometre. The latest update from the Union […]

If you park in a bike lane in Hamilton, Ont., you’re going to pay through the nose—and advocates hope drivers will finally get the message. City politicians recently increased the fine from a mere $33 to $200. Staff had originally recommended simply doubling the amount, but advocates pushed for a much larger increase. “We think […]