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Proper Plyometric Box Jumps For Better Power

We all have heard numerous times over that if we want to get better in our riding, we need to do plyometric training. Let’s take a look at an appropriate progression you can use over the next 3 months, to help you get better power and strength out on the road, gravel, or dirt.

Race Wrap: How Mathieu Mastered Milano-Sanremo

In Milano-Sanremo, Mathieu van der Poel wedged open a slight gap on an elite front group containing Tadej Pogačar, Filippo Ganna, and Wout van Aert. After a scorching-fast ascent of the Poggio, he extend a gap into a comfortable race-winning margin to take his third career Monument victory in the fan-packed streets of Sanremo.

PEZ Goes to the Show: Gatineau Salon du Velo

After an absence of four years, the Gatineau Salon du Velo returned to the city, directly across the Ottawa River from Ottawa, on March 11-13 this year. The show is the largest consumer show in the National Capital Region devoted to cycling. In 2023 more than 100 exhibitors and brands would be on hand, with some 6,000 visitors.

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Gear Break: Campagnolo New Hyperon Ultra Wheels, Caleb Ewan Ekoï Glasses, Chapter 2 Return of a Classic, UDOG Launches DISTANZA Shoes for Gravel, Fizik Vento Argo Adaptive 00 Saddle & Tour Dates For ‘Cracked Earth’ Film

Campagnolo new Hyperon Ultra wheels, Caleb Ewan Breaks Out in Very Limited Edition Ekoï Glasses, Chapter 2 return of a classic, UDOG launches DISTANZA shoes for gravel, Fizik launch Vento Argo Adaptive 00 saddle and Shift Cycling Culture announces tour dates for film ‘Cracked Earth’.

Gear Break: Wahoo KICKR STEER, Colnago C68 Allroad, New Ritchey Skyline Handlebar, Bianchi Specialissima Pro Racing Team Frameset,Classified’s Drivetrain in the Spring Classics & BikeExchange Ideal Solution

Wahoo KICKR STEER, Colnago C68 Allroad - Enjoy beauty everywhere, the new Ritchey Skyline handlebar, Bianchi introduces Specialissima 'Pro Racing Team' frameset special edition, Classified’s revolutionary drivetrain breaks into World Tour with Victor Campenaerts and BikeExchange offers ideal solution for North American inventory normalization.

Review: Fizik Tempo Decos Carbon Iridescent Road Shoes

The pro peloton and your average weekend group ride is a sea of white shoes with carbon fiber soles and BOA dials. Definitely classy looking, but if you want to make a statement/stand out from the crowd, then the Fizik Tempo Decos Carbon Iridescent shoes are the ‘droids you’re looking for.

Gear Break: Tifosi Rail XC Sunglasses, Two New Continental Tires, New EKOÏ R4-Light Shoe, Ribble Launch Collective, GCN NEW Tees & The Wolfpack Years – Now in Stores!

Tifosi Rail XC sunglasses, Continental announce the launch of the Grand Prix 5000 TT TR and the Grand Prix 5000 AS TR tires, EKOÏ R4-Light the new ultra light and ventilated shoe, Ribble launch collective to ride as one, GCN: love spring racing? You'll love these NEW Tees and The Wolfpack Years – Now in stores!

Gear Break: MAAP New Season New Pursuits, Hammerhead ANT+ LEV E-Bike Support, Zwift Personal Leaderboards, Muc-Off Utility Toolbox, Lezyne Light Your Way & Gaerne Shoes for Intermarché-Circus-Wanty

MAAP debuts their most comprehensive road collection yet, Hammerhead introduces ANT+ LEV e-bike support, personal leaderboards gives Zwifters a new way to analyze ride data, Muc-Off utility toolbox, Lezyne light your way and Gaerne is the new cycling shoe partner of Intermarché-Circus-Wanty.

Gear Break: Fastfood Sports Nutrition, Chapter 2 KAHA Gravel, DeFeet New Colors, New Black Inc Barstems and Extensions, Mission Workshop Jacket & Wahoo The Official Smart Trainer of the UCI eSports World Championships

Fastfood sports nutrition products, Chapter 2 introducing KAHA gravel frame, DeFeet: New colors for all 7 days of the week, new Black Inc integrated aero barstems and extensions, Mission Workshop ACRE series jacket and Wahoo is the official smart trainer of the UCI eSports World championships.

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PEZ Goes to the Show: Gatineau Salon du Velo

After an absence of four years, the Gatineau Salon du Velo returned to the city, directly across the Ottawa River from Ottawa, on March 11-13 this year. The show is the largest consumer show in the National Capital Region devoted to cycling. In 2023 more than 100 exhibitors and brands would be on hand, with some 6,000 visitors.

Sanremo Reload: A Classic Beauty

The Spring Classic from Milan to Sanremo has a long history. Following the race over 3 decades, the Pez attempts to explain how the romance and beauty of this race captures the hearts of tifosi like no other.

Milano-Sanremo Fantasy Game Offers $3,700 USD in Prizes

In 1998, I played my first online fantasy sports game for the Tour de France, and thanks to Bobby Julich having the ride of his life, I won 2nd place - and a cd. Fantasy sport games have evolved like crazy since then attracting thousands of players from all over the world. This is great news for cycling fans, as we can now play against fans from all over the world, and win some decent prizes too.

MILANO-SANREMO 1957: Brian Robinson An Englishman Podiums

Sadly Brian Robinson passed away in October last year. Brian was a pioneer for the 'British Legion' of professional cyclist who followed him across the English Channel to try their hand in the continental peloton. Brian stood on the 3rd step of the 1957 Milan-Sanremo, Ed Hood spoke to Brian about 'la Classicissima'.

John’s Special Worlds Cross Vs Paris Fashion Photo Gallery #10

Our regular intrepid photographer, John Thomson, has been on the road to the World Cyclocross Championships in Hoogerheide and to Paris for the Fashion Week. As always he's put together a rich and varied 'Photo Gallery' for our enjoyment. Take it away John...!

PEZ At the Movies: The Bicycle Film Festival Virtual Worldwide

The Bicycle Film Festival (BFF), which began 23 years ago in New York and has been present in over 100 cities, has now brought itself directly to you through the its new streaming service, available until March 31, 2023.

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DSM’s Sean Flynn Gets PEZ’d!

There have been a few top riders form Scotland over the years, but there seems to be a new group moving onto the top rung of the cycling ladder. Ed Hood spoke to DSM's Oscar Onley last month, now it is the turn of his DSM 2023 teammate Sean…

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Race Wrap: How Mathieu Mastered Milano-Sanremo

In Milano-Sanremo, Mathieu van der Poel wedged open a slight gap on an elite front group containing Tadej Pogačar, Filippo Ganna, and Wout van Aert. After a scorching-fast ascent of the Poggio, he extend a gap into a comfortable race-winning margin to take his third career Monument victory in the fan-packed streets of Sanremo.
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MILANO-SANREMO’23: Mathieu’s Monumental Moment!

RACE REPORT: The first monument of the season, the longest one-day race of the year and the winner is Mathieu van der Poel. With a massive jump at the top…
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PEZ Preview MILANO-SANREMO’23: Who Will Pounce on the…

Milan–Sanremo, 'La Primavera', 'The Spring classic' or 'La Classicissima', the longest professional one-day and the first major classic race of the season is…
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What Factors Affect Cycling Bets?

Cycling is a popular sport around the world, and it is one that has seen a surge in betting activity in recent years.

Cycling in 2023: Highlights and Expectations

The year 2023 promises to be an exciting one for cycling, with several significant events and developments on the horizon.

The Best Cycle Events to Place a Bet On

Attention to cycling has also grown since the advent of sports betting. Today, millions of gamblers place wagers on who they think will win events, but knowing which events to put your money on is worth the time and effort.

Main Challengers to Jonas Vingegaard’s Title at 2023 Tour de France

Danish rider Jonas Vingegaard will be bidding to become the 14th man to defend their crown at the Tour de France this year. He jumped to the top of the General Classification after stage 11 of the Grand Tour event last year and he never looked back.

Enduro Bearings Announces Strong Roster of Sponsored Athletes/Teams for ‘23

A wide range of multi-disciplined athletes featuring current US National Downhill champion Amy Morrison, 2022 Lifetime GP series champion Haley Smith and evergreen icons Katerina Nash and Geoff Kabush.

Tadej Pogačar Earns First Road Racing Triumph of 2023

Slovenian rider Tadej Pogačar has made a fine start in 2023, making his first road race appearance of the year in southern Spain, competing at the highest level to claim victory at the Vuelta a Andalucía.

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