In his celebrated “A Dictionary of the English Language,” published in 1755, Dr. Samuel Johnson famously defined oats as: “grain, which in England is generally given to horses, but in Scotland supports the people.” One can argue that this not only reflected his low opinion of the Scots but that of oats as well as […]

Giro d’Italia Stage 2 Race Report: Joshua Tarling (INEOS Grenadiers) won the time trial stage 2 of the Giro d’Italia. The British rider covered the 13.7 kilometres one second faster than Primoz Roglič (Red Bull-BORA-hansgrohe), who took the pink jersey from Mads Pedersen (Lidl-Trek), also by one second. Wout van Aert (Visma | Lease a […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: San Luis Rey SLR Road Race Photos The 35th edition of the San Luis Rey (SLR) Road Race was held on a beautiful hilly course in North San Diego County and is just a short drive from Orange and LA County. One of THE Southern California original road race classics, the 35th Edition […]

Roadside Giro: Ed Hood loved the Giro d’Italia, the high point of his season was going to Italy in May, he also loved Flanders in March and all velodromes in the winter. Anyway, this is his list of ‘Top Twelve’ best bits of the Italian Grand Tour from a roadside point of view. The Tour […]

Mathieu van der Poel has cemented his place in the history books with a third consecutive victory at Paris-Roubaix, a feat that reinforces his status as the king of cobbled classics. In a dramatic 2025 edition of the race, Van der Poel showed not only technical brilliance but also the tactical intelligence that has defined his […]

Giro d’Italia Stage 1 Race Report: The Giro d’Italia started with a stage win for Mads Pedersen (Lidl-Trek). The Dane beat Wout van Aert (Visma | Lease a Bike) in the sprint from a thinned out lead group. Mikel Landa, one of the GC favourites, crashed hard in the finale. Pedersen took the first leader’s […]

Gear Break: Pas Normal Studios Mechanism bib shorts, jersey, socks, sleeveless base layer and Escapism mitts for summer, Adidas Dunamis Evo sunglasses, New CADEX Aero Cotton tire blends aerodynamic integration, low rolling resistance, and exceptional ride feel, Sinter and EF Education-EasyPost partner for a second year, the wax behind the win: How Cyclowax helped Mattias […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: Join “Tour of Heroes” for an exhilarating recap of the 38th edition of the Tour of the Gila 2025, one of America’s toughest stage races! This 5-day cycling event in Silver City, New Mexico, features mountainous courses starting with the Tyrone Individual Time Trial and concluding with the brutal Gila […]

Cycling fans now consider more than just who crosses the finish line first. The UCI has introduced a set of new betting transparency rules for 2025, and they’re already starting to shake things up in a good way. These changes build on the integrity measures the UCI rolled out in 2022. Back then, the focus […]

2025 Giro d’Italia Rider Preview: Where the 2024 Giro d’Italia was dominated by one man, Tadej Pogačar, we expect an exciting battle for the final pink jersey this year. A different Slovenian is our top favourite this time, but there will be several other strong riders at the start in Albania on Friday. Primoz Roglič […]

TULSA, Okla. – May 8, 2025 – In one month’s time, the top American road racers will arrive in Tulsa’s Blue Dome District for the first stop of the Saint Francis Tulsa Tough omnium and the opening event of the American Criterium Cup. Twilight in Tulsa starts the summer season, followed by five premier events […]

As we get excited about the forthcoming Giro d’Italia, we have a very full EUROTRASH bag this Thursday with Giro team announcements and the latest news for Italy, well the Grande Partenza in Albania. Plus three stages of the La Vuelta Femenina by Carrefour.es with videos, reports, results and the rider quotes. TOP STORY: Caleb […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: Mammoth Pedalpalooza – Saturday, August 16, 2025 Don’t miss this epic race  at the Mammoth Pedalpalooza where the vibe is festive, the dirt is flowy, and the people are fun! The Course The PedalPalooza is a ~10-mile lap XC course, comprised of approximately 90% Singletrack, combined with small sections of […]

2025 Giro d’Italia Route: The 108th edition of the Giro d’Italia will start in Albania on Friday 9th of May. This year’s Italian Grand Tour starts relatively easily, with a very tough final week. That said, the first few days are going to show us who will be the possible winner. We take a look […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: The 41st Boulevard Road Race 2025 SCNCA Road Racing Championships May 10th, 2025 San Diego FREE CAMPING BoulevardRoadRace.com Calling all veterans and those new to sanctioned road races. Established in 1984, the Boulevard Road Race is an iconic road race revered in the world of cycling. Set in the back […]

The term omega-3 fatty acids may ring a bell. Let’s demystify omega-3s and show road cyclists how to use them for overall health—and, potentially, performance. Introduction Omega-3 fatty acids. You’ll spot them labeled on salmon, flaxseed oil, and plenty of “heart-healthy” snack bars. Meanwhile, their cousin, omega-6 fatty acids, is more frequently demonized, as it’s […]

2025 Holy Week Photo Gallery: Photographer, John Thomson, has so many photos in his archive that he has put together a ‘Special Photo Gallery’ part two from his recent trip to France and Belgium for the ‘Holly Week’. More of John’s unique view of the peloton and the wide world. *** You can see more […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: CBR #5 Dominguez Hills Criterium Race The fifth race of the 2025 CBR Criterium Series took place with the CBR #5 Dominguez Hills Criterium. CBR #5 Dominguez Hills Criterium Pro 1-3 Race: Rex Roberts Wins In the Pro Men’s field,  Rex Roberts (SoCalCycling.com Team) took the victory and described how […]

In a fully-packed EUROTRASH Monday, we have the first Grand Tour of 2025 – La Vuelta Femenina, kicked off on Sunday with a team time trial in Barcelona. Plus the final stages of the Tour de Romandie and the Eschborn-Frankfurt one-day Classic in Germany, all with video, race reports, results and the rider’s thoughts. TOP […]

K&P Trail. Photo Credit: County of Frontenac Enjoy cycling on a variety of trails or country roads as they meander past breathtaking vistas, pristine freshwater lakes, vast tracts of lush green forests and spectacular rock formations. In Frontenac County: Plan a day or multi-day rail trail adventure on the K&P or the Cataraqui Trail riding […]

In the third volume of his “Cycling Legends” series, author Chris Sidwells focused on the first man to win all three Grand Tours in his career and the first to win the Tour de France five times. “Monsieur Chrono” was the nickname given to Jacques Anquetil, who built his reputation through his brilliance as a […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: A Global Talent Scouting Program to Discover the Next Road Cycling Star Who will be the next rising star of road cycling? To find out, Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe has launched Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe RISING, an all-new global talent scouting challenge that gives aspiring cyclists […]

Ed’s Giro Photo Album: As the 2025 Giro d’Italia is about to start, we look back at Ed Hood’s Giro photo album and his personal ‘Alternative A to Z‘ of the Italian Grand Tour. We love the Giro and Ed knew the race better than most, take note of his (near) complete guide to everything […]

As the sun begins to shine brighter and summer entices us outdoors, it’s the perfect time to explore new and healthy ways to enjoy the season. One fantastic option to elevate your summer adventures is hopping onto an electric trike (or e-trike). Whether you’re zipping around the neighborhood, exploring scenic trails, or simply enjoying a […]

Basic bike repair skills are indeed very useful, especially in remote places where bike shops are few and far between, but you don’t have to know everything before you start. Eventually though, especially if you want to ride solo, you’ll need to learn the basics. Plus, it’s kind of fun! You’ll find many excellent how-to […]