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Bahrain-Victorious and Rod Ellingworth Are Off to Great Start
This has been a very good month for Bahrain-Victorious, which had been punching below its weight for a while. Its riders dominated last week’s Volta a la Comunitat Valenciana, with the 25-year-old Colombian Santiago Buitrago winning the GC, two stages of the five-stage race, and…
Turbo Trainer Hacks to Make Indoor Cycling Less Miserable
For many cyclists, indoor training is the necessary evil of winter. It’s cycling stripped of its best parts – no fresh air, no changing scenery, no questionable roadside cafés serving overpriced coffee. Instead, you’re left pedalling in place, watching sweat pool beneath you like you’ve…
‘Peter Sagan has a fiery temper; he was often close to a fight,’ Says His Long-Time Colleague Mišo Kolář
Slovak cyclist Michael Kolář accompanied Peter Sagan in the Tinkoff-Saxo and Bora–Hansgrohe teams. He not only helped Sagan secure championship titles but is now guiding young talents as a coach. In this interview, he discusses the tough life in professional cycling, the pain of elite…
Don’t Let the Thieves Win: Top Bike-Tracking Devices Reviewed
Worried about losing your bike to theft? If the unthinkable happens, wouldn’t you give anything to be reunited with your beloved two-wheeler? With these bike tracking devices, ranging from €30 to €200, you can keep tabs on your bike and increase the chances of recovery.…
The Murtaugh List for Riders of Certain Age
There comes a time in every rider’s life when they simply have to say: enough is enough. Sure, your mind is insistent on going all-in on every ride, but your body has turned into a Karen and is constantly filing complaints to your brain in…
Buitrago Wins Volta a La Communitat Valenciana as Almeida, UAE Falter
Santiago Buitrago led a rampant Bahrain Victorious team by winning two stages, the green jersey and the GC of the five-stage Volta a La Comunitat Valenciana, which ended Sunday in Valencia.
Winter Cycling? Don’t Let Low Vitamin D Steal Your Energy!
Riding in winter can be exhilarating—the crisp air, quiet roads, and the sense of adventure. But there’s one thing you might not have considered: your vitamin D levels. Let’s take a look at why vitamin D matters for cyclists, how winter affects your levels, and…
Visiting Peter Sagan’s Hotel: A Review
Did you know Peter Sagan owns a hotel? It’s called SP Resort & Spa, and it’s located in his hometown of Žilina, Slovakia. Curious about what an architectural monument to a three-time world champion looks like? We went to see it for ourselves.
Saoirse Pottie: “Skinny tyres go faster than fat ones. That was all I knew.”
Another guest to accept Matt Stephen’s invitation to the Škoda We Love Cycling virtual podcast studio is Saoirse Pottie. Saoirse is one of our new experts and a prolific and unstoppable Northern Irish bikepacker.
Sweeck Takes Sweet Win in Exact Cross Maldegem
Laurens Sweeck rode a clever tactical race and proved strongest on the 11th, and final, lap of the Exact Cross in Maldegem to take the race for the third time, tying cyclocross legend Sven Nys for most wins in the race, which was formerly known…
Cycling for Mindfulness: Embrace the Slow Ride Movement This Winter
Winter offers a unique backdrop for cycling – with the chilly temps and wet or snowy conditions often leading to a quieter, slower, and more introspective riding experience. As such, we think it’s the perfect time to step off the fast-paced treadmill of daily life,…
From the Peloton to the Boardroom: The Businesses of Cycling Legends
For many professional cyclists, retirement doesn’t mean stepping away from the sport entirely. Instead, some of the biggest names in cycling have turned their experience into successful business ventures. From bicycle manufacturing to wine production, these ex-champions have found new ways to make an impact.…