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Champagne for Champions: What Exactly Do Pro Cyclists Drink (Or Spray) On the Podium?
If you watch most of the cycling season, you’ve probably caught onto a popular tradition, the champagne spray. While the image of a Tour de France winner showering their teammates with champagne may sound iconic, reality is a bit more nuanced. And podium drinks, from champagne to prosecco to beer…
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Recent Articles
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5 Gym Workouts That Actually Work for Cyclists
As a cyclist, you might not have considered going hard in the gym before. But did you know gym workouts can be the perfect complement…
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How to Watch Cyclocross in 2024-2025
Cyclocross season is here! For road cycling fans, the world of offroad racing may be totally foreign. But cyclocross has intersectional appeal. The mix of…
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Will Wout van Aert Wow in Cyclocross for 2024-2025?
Wout Van Aert is one of the most popular cyclists in the world. But his results on this year’s road racing schedule weren’t the best,…
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Highlights From the First Three Days of the UCI Track World Championships
For the third time, the Ballerup Super Arena just outside Copenhagen provides the backdrop for the Track World Championships. If you’re only watching on the…
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Ride Smarter, Not Harder With “Zone 2” Training
Are you spending some time in Zone 2? This type of riding is a critical element for most cycling training plans. But what exactly is…
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Maple Syrup: A Cyclist’s Secret Superfuel
As the leaves turn, would you like to bring a taste of autumn to your cycling outings? Maple syrup can make a tasty alternative to…
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Mike Kirby: Ride Long, Ride Happy
Interested in long rides? Thousand-kilometer trips aren’t for the faint of heart! Let’s learn from expert Mike Kirby from The Cycle Scribe as he shares…
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Il Lombardia 2024: How to Watch, Favorites, Route, and More
The last Monument of the year is almost here! Il Lombardia, the Classic of the Falling Leaves, will give us one last show on the…
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Essentials: 5 Books Every Cycling Fan Should Read
Ever wondered what it takes to conquer the Tour de France? Or just to be the best cyclist you can be? Thankfully, there are books…
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Is a Hybrid Bike Right For You?
You’re ready to make your big debut as a cyclist, but you’re stuck at the first hurdle: choosing a bike. Or maybe you have an…
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