What's Cool In Road Cycling

LATEST NEWS

Readers’ Rigs: Cannondale SuperSIX Evo carbon

Chris Selden
Reader Chris from California or 'Big Chris' as he's known has got one big bike to go with his 6ft 6in body - A 63cm Cannondale SuperSIX Evo Carbon kitted out with Ultegra Di2 and DuraAce wheels and there's nothing more he loves than riding down the South Pacific Highway on his steed as he explains....

The UCI WorldTour Relegation Gets Critical

Alastair Hamilton
At the end of this year there will be promotion and relegation in the WorldTour. This will be based on the total number of points that teams have collected in the last three seasons. At the end of this year, eighteen teams will be part of WorldTour. The teams at the top have nothing to worry about, but at the bottom... They must be nervous.

The Biomechanics of Climbing: Stand and Deliver

Stephen Cheung
Cycling is built on the lore of climbing big mountains, that epic battle of humans versus the environment. But surprisingly, not that much research has explored the biomechanics of climbing, notably the differences in biomechanics and physiology of seated versus standing climbing.

TECH N SPEC

Ribble’s Jamie Burrow Talks Titanium Gravel

Edmond Hood
The next step in Ed Hood's venture into the world of gravel is to have a chat with ex-top road rider turned head of product with Ribble Cycles, Jamie Burrow. Jamie was a top amateur and turned pro with the US Postal team. Ed spoke to Jamie about gravel and Ribble's new titanium eTap model.

Cycology Kit Review: Put Some Fun in Your Ride

Chuck Peña
WARNING:  If you're a traditionalist who prefers muted shades and to not stand out in the crowd, you can stop reading now.  But if you're someone who dares to be a little bold and wants to put some fun in your ride, then Cycology kit is for you.  But there's more to this kit than just what meets the eye...

VIDEOS

TOOLBOX

The Biomechanics of Climbing: Stand and Deliver

Stephen Cheung
Cycling is built on the lore of climbing big mountains, that epic battle of humans versus the environment. But…

Are You Ready to Train?

Cycling Nutrition: Specific Needs For Women

The Strength Training Sins of Social Media

Can Grand Tours Suffocate You? A New Study Looks at…

FEATURES

Africa’s First Grand Tour Stage Winner: Alan van Heerden

Edmond Hood
If you were 'into' European professional cycle racing in the late 70's and early 80's, then you will remember the name Alan van Heerden. The South African was a pro with the French Peugeot team and won a stage in the 1979 Giro d'Italia. Ed Hood spoke to his widow Wendy about their time in Europe and their return to South Africa.

11 of the Most Radical Road Bikes Ever Built

Edmond Hood
Ed Hood has been looking back in time when bikes were 'innovative' in very radical ways, and not always for the best. Here is his choice of radical/unorthodox bike designs, some artisan beauty and some just plain ugly.

PEZ Goes to the Movies: The World’s Rarest Bikes

Leslie Reissner
The history of the bicycle has been a gradual evolution from the original “safety” two-wheeler to today's high-tech lightweight competition marvels. GCN+ returns to the world of bicycle collectors to look at some more, well, super collections of racing bicycles. This time the GCN+ presenters focus on the unique and choose favourites.

Ed Goes E-Bike Graveling!

Edmond Hood
Instead of shooting over the Channel to 'Race Chase' the Classics or the Tour de France, Ed Hood has been getting better acquainted with his local paths, thanks to his Ribble gravel e-Bike. Here is one of his favourite gravel rambles.

PEZ Bookshelf: Bike Fit, 2nd Edition

Leslie Reissner
A revised book by Phil Burt, simply titled “Bike Fit,” leads one to believe that proper fit is indeed one of the most important elements that cyclists, whether hard-core professionals, enthusiastic amateurs, or just someone going down to the shops, should consider.

PEZ Bookshelf: Ron Keeble A Boy From The Elephant

Edmond Hood
If you are into the British cycling legends of the 70s you will have heard the name Ron Keeble. A London boy who was a national champion, Olympic medalist and a prolific winner. Ed Hood has read Ron's autobiography.... Here are his thoughts on the book and an interview with Ron Keeble.

NEWSLETTER

READERS RIGS

Readers' Rigs

Readers’ Rigs: Cannondale SuperSIX Evo carbon

Chris Selden
Newsletter

Readers’ Rigs: Abarth Factory?

Chris Selden
Readers' Rigs

Readers’ Rig: Marco’s S.W. Cotten Track Bike

Alastair Hamilton

INTERVIEWS

TOUR’22: Michael Mørkøv VS The Time Cut

Edmond Hood
One of the most moving stories from the 2022 Tour de France was at the back of the race. Recognised as the best 'lead-out man' in the WorldTour, Michael Mørkøv fought to stay in the race through sickness, hot weather and the fastest Tour in…

Peter Stetina Talks Gravel!

Edmond Hood
Ed Hood is trying very hard to prove that he isn't 'old school' and is open to new ideas... gravel racing! In his second interview with a road-man who has turned to gravel, Ed talks to Peter Stetina about his move from the smooth roads to…

Louise Garbett: Lesser Known TOUR Star!

Guest Post
Paul Kilbourne has sent through another great article to Ed Hood. We have the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift at the moment, but back in 1984 the women's peloton had an 18 stage Tour de France and young English girl, Louise Garbett…

TRAVEL

Riding “Bartali’s Road To Valour” in Tuscany

Richard Pestes

Two Sports Joined Together Leading to Monaco Grand Prix

Press Release

PEZ Rides The Galibier: Video & Photo Report

Richard Pestes

Riding A Big Ass Descent on Campagnolo Levante Gravel Wheels

Richard Pestes

RACING

The UCI WorldTour Relegation Gets Critical

Alastair Hamilton
At the end of this year there will be promotion and relegation in the WorldTour. This will be based on the total number of points that teams have collected in the last three seasons. At the end of this year, eighteen teams will be part of WorldTour. The teams at the top have nothing to worry about, but at the bottom... They must be nervous.
Read More...

RACE BREAKDOWN: What Does the Clásica San Sebastián Tell Us…

Spencer Martin
Remco Evenepoel did it again! With an all-mighty attack, the young Belgian 'Super Star' solo'd to victory, in much the way he won the Basque race in 2019 and…
Read More...

2022 TOUR DE FRANCE FEMMES Avec ZWIFT Full Race Round-Up!

Alastair Hamilton
The first Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift. It is without a doubt the race the women's peloton has been most looking forward to. Eight days of spectacle: From…
Read More...

NEWSWIRE

7 of the World’s Toughest Weirdest Bike Races

Sponsored Post
When dedication and training are properly applied, something that originally looks impossible may be accomplished.

100 Miles on an Old Rudge 3-speed to Raise Money for Phoenix Bikes Youth Bike Program

Chuck Peña
I wanted to share this Facebook post by my friend Henry Dunbar who is the Director of Operations for Active Transportation for Arlington County Commuter Services, overseeing the Capital Bikeshare, BikeArlington, and WalkArlington programs. He was previously the Executive Director of Phoenix Bikes. His post was a reminder to me that cycling is more than just carbon fiber, fancy kit, stylish shades, and watts.

OFFICINE MATTIO Launches the “Choose To Be” Campaign

Press Release
Officine Mattio is promoting a motivational campaign, urging people not to remain passive and "be," however and whenever, and choosing cycling as a lifestyle.

Can The Driver Be Sued in a Car-Bicycle Accident?

Sponsored Post
If a motorist hits you while riding your bicycle, you can sue the driver for personal injury. In many cases, motorists are liable for damages when they strike cyclists.

What are the Best Sports Betting Strategies?

Sponsored Post
A betting strategy is a structured process in gambling to make money. Any sportsbook bettor will have some unique betting strategies that they employ to gain profit.

What Makes the UCI World Championships So Different From Other Races?

Sponsored Post
The UCI World Championships are heading down under again, taking place towards the end of September in Wollongong, Australia.

PEZ SHOP

EUROTRASH

Eurotrash

EUROTRASH Thursday: Race Action with Video and All the News!

Alastair Hamilton
Eurotrash

EUROTRASH Monday: Rider News & Race Action with Video

Alastair Hamilton
Eurotrash

EUROTRASH Thursday: Action From Pologne & Burgos Plus all the Other Cycling…

Alastair Hamilton
Eurotrash

EUROTRASH Monday: Tour de France Femmes Finalé & San Sebastián News and…

Alastair Hamilton

PELOPICS

PeloPic

PHOTO SPECIAL: 2022 Harlem Skyscraper Cycling Classic

Guest Post
Harlem Skyscraper Cycling Classic Father’s Day event is in its 46th year. The day starts with kids’ races before…

Liège-Bastogne-Liège’86 Photo and Video Gallery!

The PEZ PARIS-ROUBAIX Winners Photo Gallery!

ROUBAIX’94 Photo Gallery

Amstel’87 – A Gold Race Photo Gallery!

1 of 72