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Cycling Records That May Never Be Broken

Speed is generally the name of the game in cycling, and who hasn’t enjoyed jumping on a bike to free-wheel down a steep hill, feeling that adrenalin rush? Top...

Puy de Dôme: the climb that punched Merckx from his throne

The Puy de Dôme has always been more than just a climb in the Tour de France. Over the years, this volcanic peak in the Massif Central of France...

The Ultimate Guide to the Iconic Jerseys of Tour de France

Step into the world of Tour de France and be mesmerised by the kaleidoscope of colours and symbolism that grace the iconic jerseys worn by the pro peloton. In...

Geulhemmerberg: A Key Amstel Gold Race Climb

The Geulhemmerberg, a picturesque hill nestled in the Limburg region of the Netherlands, is an essential part of the prestigious Amstel Gold Race. This annual one-day road cycling event,...

France’s Haute-Savoie to stage 2027 edition of ‘Super Worlds’

The UCI confirmed today that the 2027 edition of the World Championships will be held in Haut-Savoie, a region in France which includes the Alps. It has been dubbed...

Lucie Jounier outlines her 2022 objectives

Arkea's young talent Lucie Jounier will be one of the team's leaders in the upcoming 2022 season. The French rider has seen some teammates leave this off-season, which after...

Four Amazing Tour de France Facts & Figures

As the most eagerly anticipated cycling event in the world, the Tour de France is an epic balance of determination and talent, with both required in abundance for anyone...

Greatest Spring Classics Races – Liège Bastogne Liège

Liège Bastogne Liège (La Doyenne) is the oldest monument in cycling, with its first running in 1892. Although it was for amateurs at the time and Spa replaced Liège. 1894 saw professionals allowed to race for the first time and then bizarrely it wasn't held for another 14 years.

Greatest Spring Classics Races – Paris Roubaix

The 'Hell of the North' is one of cycling oldest still active race - the first edition taking place in 1896. The owners of Roubaix's new velodrome were looking for ways to increase business so began the race with Paris newspaper Le Vélo.

Champs Élysées – the most iconic street in cycling

To most people, the Champs Elysees is a premium-priced shopping street. With a very wide road in the middle of it and evenly spaced trees lining the edges. To anyone...