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Paris Roubaix

Arenberg Forest: The Brutal Cobbles of Paris Roubaix

The Arenberg Forest is one of the most famous cobbled sections of the Paris Roubaix race, known for its brutal conditions and challenging terrain. Riders must navigate 2.4 kilometers of uneven, jagged cobblestones at high speeds, testing their strength and endurance to the limit. The section has seen some of the most epic battles in the history of the race, with riders pushing themselves to the brink of exhaustion in pursuit of victory. Despite its difficulty, the Arenberg Forest remains a beloved part of the Paris Roubaix route, and riders continue to dream of conquering its unforgiving cobbles.

What can I expect from the Paris Roubaix Sportive?

The Paris Roubaix Sportive is a cycling event that takes place in Northern France each year. It is one of the most challenging and...

Cobbled Sectors of Paris Roubaix Femmes

The 2022 Paris Roubaix Femmes contains 17 sectors of pavé. They each vary in difficulty and the race organisers provide a star rating for...

Arenberg Forest Cobbles – Paris Roubaix

The Arenberg Forest or Trouée d'Arenberg in French is a stretch of road in Northern France. It's famous for its brutal cobbles and for...

Roubaix Velodrome – A History

These days there are two velodromes in Roubaix. One is indoors and not even 10 years old yet. The other is the immensely iconic...

The forgotten story of Julien Vervaecke

Born just before the end of the 19th Century, Julien Vervaecke went onto win a monument and finish on the podium of the Tour...

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