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Van Aert to Ride Cyclo-Cross Worlds After van der Poel Scores Crushing Weekend Double
Cyclo-cross fans expecting a World Championship walkover after watching Mathieu van der Poel (Alpecin-Deceuninck) make mincemeat of the opposition in two World Cup races over the weekend were probably delighted to hear that the Dutchman’s eternal rival, Wout van Aert (Visma–Lease a Bike), had changed…
Narváez Wins Tour Down Under for UAE, Rüegg Surprises in Women’s Race
It’s not the Alpe d’Huez but for the Santos Tour Down Under, the 373-metre Willunga Hill has been, and was again this year, the king- and queen-maker. Both Jhonatan Narváez (UAE Team Emirates –XRG) and Noemi Rüegg (EF Education–Oatly) won their respective races by being…
Van der Poel Returns from Injury for Cyclo-Cross World Cup Double
On Saturday and Sunday, the final two races of the cyclo-cross World Cup competition will be held in Maasmechelen, Belgium, and Hoogerheide, the Netherlands, respectively. Perhaps more important, the two races also serve as warmups for the UCI World Championships, which will be held in…
What’s New in the Women’s Peloton for 2025: A Season Like No Other by Kasia Niewiadoma
The upcoming season is shaping up to be one of the most exciting we’ve ever seen in women’s cycling. For the first time in years, the top 10 to 15 riders in the UCI rankings are spread across various teams. Until last season, SD Worx…
From Podiums to Profits: Brands Owned by Former Famous Cyclists
Cycling is more than a sport; it’s a lifestyle, a community, and for some professional cyclists, the foundation of entrepreneurial ventures. Many former pro riders have turned their passion for cycling into successful brands, creating products that resonate with fans and fellow riders. Let’s explore…
Dieting: This Is What Causes the Yo-Yo Effect
Losing weight can be a frustrating cycle of ups and downs. Many people experience initial success in losing weight only to regain it a few months later. This recurring weight fluctuation, known as the yo-yo effect, has not been completely explained by science. Now, researchers…
Cycling Paths Boost Real Estate Value: What the Latest Study Reveals
In recent years, urban planners and environmental advocates have championed cycling infrastructure as a key solution to congestion, pollution, and the push for sustainable urban living. Beyond the environmental and health benefits, a groundbreaking study published in Environmental and Resource Economics reveals that proximity to…
Opinion: 7 Bits of Advice That Sound Reasonable But Are Actually the Worst
You are full of advice, especially when out on the bike while you see a newbie on the track. What better way to flex your experience than to lay down some good old-fashioned fatherly advice? Don’t worry if you’re twice as young as the recipient.…
Welsford Wins Again in Tour Down Under Stage 2: “It was a pretty hard day out there”
Sam Welsford (Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe) displayed remarkable resilience and team support to clinch his second consecutive stage win at the 2025 Tour Down Under. Despite crashing within the first five kilometres of stage 2, the Australian sprinter fought through adversity to cross the line first in…
From Knowing to Doing – The Art of Prioritising
We all have big goals when it comes to living a healthier lifestyle. We can do all the things, just not all at once. Trying to juggle every possible healthy habit simultaneously leads to frustration, burnout, and ultimately, quitting. The key to success lies in…
Cycling Nutrition Myths That Are Slowing You Down
Cycling is a science. Well, at least to those of us who strive to get better, and it’s not just something to do over the weekend. So, overanalysing is a bit of a sport for us. Watts, cadence, aerodynamics; hell, we can even research how…
Nys Repeats European Success at Benidorm as van Aert Falters
Thibau Nys (Baloise Glowi Lions) returned on Sunday to the Spanish Benidorm course where in November he won the European cyclocross championship and won again, adding his first World Cup victory to his growing Palmares. With another intelligent, well-paced ride, the 22-year-old Nys was easily…