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Why Do So Many Pro Cyclists Love the Wind Tunnel?
When you’re watching the Tour de France or another race, you might be intrigued by how easy it is for these riders to go at…
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These Are 7 of the Biggest Changes to Pro Cycling in 2026
Each year, the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) makes changes to the rules, regulations, and race schedule for professional cycling, from the WorldTour level down. But…
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The Role of the Rouleur
Rouleurs: in many races, you might not even think about them. But did you know that these under-the-radar riders make up the backbone of the…
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7 “Marginal Gains” That Actually Make a Difference For Pro Cyclists
Is there really anything to the idea of “marginal gains?” Actually, yes. While many of pro cycling’s innovations over the years may seem like common…
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Budget Battles: Which Pro Cycling Team Has the Biggest Advantage In 2026?
While Jonas Vingegaard stamps on his competition at the Vuelta a España, another fight is going on behind the scenes… and these battles have a…
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Sponsors, Points, and Pressure: High Stakes at the Tour de France
For each team invited to participate in the Tour de France, the stakes are extraordinarily high. In fact, the survival and future prosperity of a…
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So You Want to Watch the Tour de France For the First Time?
Unless you were born yesterday, you’ve probably heard of the Tour de France. Still, figuring out how to watch the race — and what’s going…
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Improvise, Adapt, Overcome
A deep dive into the increasing versatility within the modern pro-peloton. In the world of road cycling, some riders are known to stick to one…
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Jack of All Trades, or Master of One?
In part 1 of this series, Explaining Cycling’s Sorting Hat, we dug into the different types of riders in the modern peloton. Now, let’s take…
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Explaining Cycling’s Sorting Hat
A deep dive into the different ‘rider types’ within the modern pro peloton. It’s well known in the world of cycling that there are different…
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A little over a year ago, we started this blog with the simple mission of writing about cycling and the professional sport in a way that’s accessible to everyone.
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