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It Takes Longer Than 21 Days to Build a Healthy Habit
The idea that it takes just 21 days to form a habit has long been circulated in self-help literature and popular culture. However, research from the University of South Australia has debunked this claim, showing that forming a new habit can typically take much longer.…
Has Wout van Aert Lost the Heart for Racing?
We have always loved Wout van Aert. He was bold, strong, fast, equally adept at road racing and cyclocross, and he brought a boyish enthusiasm and fearlessness to the sport. We were delighted when he won the Tour de France Škoda Green Jersey in 2022…
I Watched the Worst Cycling Movie of All Time, So You Don’t Have To
When you hear the name Quicksilver, you probably think of the sports brand or the Marvel Comics character. Yep, that scene where Quicksilver saves all the mutants from the exploding castle is legendary. You know what’s not legendary? The 1986 Kevin Bacon movie that shares…
Trail Biking – The Main Reason You Should Get a Trail Bike As a Road Cyclist
Who needs mountain bikes with their comically wide handlebars, slow and knobby tyres, and heavy frames? A gravel bike or a light XC, maybe, but a trail bike? As someone who spent the last 20 years riding exclusively road bikes, I certainly wasn’t drawn to…
Fixed-Gear Bikes Outside Velodromes? What You Should Know
If riding your regular bike doesn’t put you in the spotlight within your friend group anymore, maybe it’s time to up your game. It’s time to go all out and show off your skills and dedication. Namely, it’s time to get your fixie from the…
Huge Upsets & Lost Riders Mark Beginning of Spring Classics
What a wacky way to begin the spring Classics season! Unknown riders, both young and old, won the spoils on Saturday in both the men’s and women’s Omloop Het Nieuwsblad, while three favorites took a wrong turn near the end of the Faun-Ardèche Classic, handing…
Planning A Training Camp: A Guide from Kasia Niewiadoma
If you’re considering joining or organising your own training camp, either to escape the cold or to put in some focused work on the bike, there are a few key things to consider. Over the years, I’ve learned a lot about what makes a training…
Road Season Kicks off in Earnest with Omloop Het Nieuwsblad and Two Other Races
After a slow start in the sunny climes of Australia, the UAE, Spain and Portugal, road racing will begin its all-weather spring Classics season in earnest this weekend with the Omloop Het Nieuwsblad on Saturday and the Kuurne-Brussel-Kuurne on Sunday. The temperature drops about 10 degrees,…
A Simple Guide to Being a Terrible Bike Rider
Cyclists and their culture are awesome. I’ll never get tired of repeating that. Still, there is always that one person. You know who I’m talking about. The one who will get in the way, be obnoxious, and self-important—a true Karen on two wheels.
Will Creatine Help You As a Cyclist?
Creatine is one of the most researched and widely used supplements in strength and power sports, known for enhancing muscle strength, power, and recovery. While its benefits for weightlifters and sprinters are well established, its potential advantages for endurance athletes, particularly cyclists, are less frequently…
XDS-Astana Off to Fast Start in Battle to Retain WorldTour License
As road racing’s major teams and star riders have begun to accelerate their road season, the teams at the other end of the table, those fighting for promotion or staving off relegation at the end of this year, are already in racing mode.
7 Cycling Events and Races for Families in 2025
Get ready to roll into a year of unforgettable adventures on two wheels! Europe’s 2025 cycling calendar is brimming with family-focused events. Let’s take a look at them.