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Nys Triumphs Again as Sweeck Battles Through Deep Mud to Win at Niel
Cyclo-cross fans waiting impatiently this season for the arrival of a superstar such as current world champion Mathieu van der Poel and three-time world champion Wout van Aert needn’t bother. Their wait is over. There is already a superstar riding on the circuit. His name…
Dopamine Detox – Who Needs It?
Are you sick of that pesky dopamine allowing you to feel pleasure, satisfaction, and motivation? Try a dopamine detox! Jokes aside, dopamine detox as a technique based on cognitive behavioural therapy can actually encourage a healthy lifestyle and reduce impulsive behaviour. How do you know…
The Final Victory: A Dream Ending in Singapore for Mark Cavendish
In what felt like a fitting conclusion to an extraordinary career, Mark Cavendish delivered one last roar of triumph at the Tour de France Singapore Criterium. It was the ending every cycling fan had dreamed of – Cavendish, arms aloft, celebrating victory one final time.…
Inside the Women’s Peloton: Lotte Kopecky’s Rise to the Top
Lotte Kopecky’s 2024 season reads like the script of a dream realised. Leading from the very start of the Women’s WorldTour all the way to its close, she built an impressive resume of achievements that spanned everything from her second world championship title to an…
Riding a Bike in Istanbul: A First-Hand Encounter
You may think you are a brilliant rider. You may have crossed Alpine passes, climbed the highest mountain peaks, and descended wall-like slopes with the confidence of a professional DH racer. Nothing, however, can prepare you for riding a bike in Istanbul. To ride in…
Tudor Pro Goes for WorldTour Status with Hirschi and Alaphilippe
The Pro cycling team Tudor Pro is having a very good transfer season. It has snapped up the exciting Marc Hirschi (from UAE Team Emirates), the double world road race champion Julian Alaphilippe (Soudal–QuickStep) and three veteran riders in Fabien Lienhard (Gorupama-FDJ), Marco Haller (Red…
How Much Training Do You Need to Maintain Fitness Over the Holidays?
The holidays are coming up and all the social commitments, reduced daylight, and changing weather will put training time in danger. The question many cyclists are asking themselves is how much do I have to train to maintain my fitness through this season? Let’s see…
Advanced Cycling Skills for Kids: Autumn Training Tips for Confident Riders
Once your children have mastered balance, braking, and basic pedalling, they can expand their skills to enjoy the full potential of cycling. For young riders, autumn’s peaceful trails, moderate weather, and vibrant scenery make it the perfect season for training.
How Cycling Technology is Evolving for Women by Kasia Niewiadoma
Women’s cycling gear and tech have come a long way over the past decade. Ten years ago, shopping for gear meant going straight to the men’s department, desperately searching for any XXS or XS sizes—which were rare across the brands. There were simply no women…
Does Arkéa–B&B Hotels Have Just One Year Left to Live?
“My team is in danger,” Emmanuel Hubert, the general manager of the French team Arkéa–B&B Hotels, told Ouest France. “There is a risk of disappearing.”
Family Cycling Fun: Discover Autumn‘s Natural Treasures Together
There’s something magical about cycling through nature in the autumn. The air is tinged with the smell of fallen leaves, the trees put on their most vibrant colors, and the rustling sounds of animals echo through the crisp air. It’s a perfect time to gather…
Dopamine Detox – It’s Not What They Say
Dopamine detox, also known as dopamine fasting, involves temporarily abstaining from activities that trigger dopamine release, such as social media scrolling, eating junk food, gambling, shopping, watching porn, using drugs or playing video games. The primary goal is to reduce overstimulation of the brain’s reward…