The Cohutta 100 isn’t your typical 100-mile MTB race—it’s a brutal mix of punchy singletrack followed by hours of grinding gravel and over 13,000 feet of climbing. Get your fueling wrong, and the race will expose you fast. After a tough debut, this year was about redemption—refining a detailed nutrition and hydration strategy to not […]

Our journey began in a flurry of barely-contained madness, which is normal for me. In the span of a weekend, I had moved out of my apartment, packed for our bike trip, and finished three lingering work assignments. I ran around the house, shoving things into boxes. By Sunday the car was packed, and we […]

John Thomson’s Second Classic Photo Gallery: Following on from John’s first ‘Photo Gallery’ from the 2026 Classics, our top photographer has sent through his second part of his Belgian/French adventure taking in his look at culture, fashion and… cycling. *** You can see the full archive of John Thomson’s photo galleries HERE. *** John Thomson: […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: A major shift in the indoor cycling landscape has taken place as Zwift has officially acquired ROUVY. The move brings together two established platforms in the virtual cycling training space and signals continued growth in demand for immersive, tech-driven cycling experiences. ROUVY Retains Its Identity and Core Experience Following the […]

In this post-classics, pre-Giro roundup, Tadej Pogačar extended his dominant 2026 spring campaign with overall victory at the Tour de Romandie, while Jonas Vingegaard continues his disciplined buildup toward the Tour de France via the Giro. Elsewhere, Georg Zimmermann sprinted to victory at Eschborn-Frankfurt, Noemi Rüegg won Stage 1 of La Vuelta Femenina, Sebastian Berwick […]

One of the pleasures we enjoy as cycling fans is the anticipation that builds up as the season progresses, from the Tour Down Under to the week long stage races in Spain and France to the Spring Classics and eventually the Grand Tours.  But tucked between the headline-grabbing Monuments are events like the Tour of […]

The Hour of Truth: With Dan Bigham setting a World Hour Record in Grenchen, Switzerland back in 2022. The British rider beat Victor Campenaerts’ record by 400 metres. This got Ed Hood thinking about the evolution of the modern Hour Record and how it got to where it is now. In January we lost our […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: Fifteenth Annual Belgian Waffle Ride California the Hell of the North (County) the Unroad Race ’26 15th Annual “Hell of the North County” Delivers Premier Gravel Racing in Del Mar The Belgian Waffle Ride California returns to Southern California for its 15th edition, continuing its legacy as one of the […]

It’s Mayday at Gear Break. The showers are subsiding, the Mayflowers are coming out, and gravel continues its pivot from relaxed adventure to high-wattage racing. Campagnolo’s Record 13 brings wireless 13-speed tech to the masses, while Felt’s sub-1kg Breed frame and Hutchinson’s Touareg Race tires prove that road-level aero and weight standards are the new […]

When looking for your next great ride, a recommendation from a cycling friend can go a long way. Since we do not all travel in the same circles, we are here to share what we’ve heard from cyclists riding in the Kawartha Lakes, whether that be independently discovering trails and road routes or participating in […]

Their buds are barely visible right now, but by the time the last Saturday of September rolls around, the maples in North Hastings will be turning. The long summer days will have given way to crisp mornings and golden afternoons made for long rides. And the stunning vistas of the Hastings Highlands Hilly Hundred (HHHH) […]

Three Things Every Canadian Cyclist Needs to Know Before Their Next Ride The research on cyclist visibility, sunburn and skin cancer risk will surprise you — especially if you’re over 50! By Wilbur Tarnasky, Inventor of ShadyRider Giveaway – Ontario By Bike has 6 ShadyRiders to give to readers Enter HERE, before June 11, 2026 […]

Tadej Pogačar is already in command at the 2026 Tour de Romandie after winning Stage 1 ahead of Lenny Martinez and Florian Lipowitz. Elsewhere: reader poll results crown Wout van Aert’s Paris-Roubaix as the spring’s best Classic, women’s cycling prepares to make history on the Alto de L’Angliru, and the Washington D.C. Armed Forces Cycling […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: CBR Carson Criterium #4 Photo Gallery CBR Carson Criterium # 4 continued the popular Southern California series with another competitive day of racing, drawing a strong turnout of elite riders. Known for its fast courses and tactical racing, the CBR series once again delivered exciting action as teams and individuals […]

Here’s a bit of commentary from Mike — perhaps not entirely revelatory for our most pro racing-informed readers, but hopefully cause for consideration of the question on every fan’s mind: Just how seriously should we be taking Paul Seixas’ rise? In 2020, Tadej Pogačar, who had been on no one’s short list to win the […]

ARLINGTON, VA  — The Amazon Armed Forces Cycling Classic, the region’s premier cycling event and a cornerstone of the American racing calendar for more than 25 years, has entered into a landmark partnership with Amaury Sport Organisation (A.S.O.), the French company that owns and operates the Tour de France and many top professional cycling events […]

Fizik Lyra Shoes: The first thing you notice about the ‘fizik Lyra’ road shoes is how ridiculously white they are – very ‘bling’. But while they look the part, the real test is whether they are the ride you want: A comfortable stiffness, a secure fit, and a good cleat setup. In this review our […]

I admit I was pretty surprised when I read this stat that 70% of guests who have stayed at the Hotel Dory return for another stay. The part that didn’t surprise me (as I’m part of that 70%) – is why guests keep coming back. There are bike hotels—and then there’s Hotel Dory. Tucked into […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: Mammoth Pedalpalooza – July 25, 2026 Don’t miss this epic race where the vibe is festive, the dirt is flowy, and the people are fun! We moved this year’s PedalPalooza to the end of July to fill a gap in the mountain bike racing calendar and to create a month […]

The Met Trenta is Tadej Pogačar’s helmet. Review complete. Or perhaps not: While it’s indeed tempting to write “What’s good for the G.O.A.T. is good for this gaffer,” we all know that we amateurs can’t just pick up the pros’ gear and expect the same experience. To wit: while Pog’s tufts of hair famously peek […]

In last month’s toolbox, I revisited one of my first experiences with bonking and explained why glycogen depletion – and emerging research on blood glucose – matters so much for endurance performance. This month, I want to get more practical: how to actually get more carbs on the bike, why dual-source fuels are a game-changer, […]

In this cycling news roundup: Demi Vollering capped a dominant spring with a solo Liège-Bastogne-Liège Femmes victory, while Tadej Pogačar capped his spring reign with a win at Liège. Giulio Pellizzari took the Tour of the Alps overall, Tom Crabbe opened the Tour of Turkey with a sprint win, and Nairo Quintana soloed to an […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: San Luis Rey SLR Road Race Photos 2026 San Luis Rey Road Race | SCNCA State Championship in San Diego County The Celo Pacific Cycling Club hosted the iconic 2026 San Luis Rey (SLR) Road Race and SCNCA Elite Pro/1/2 and Masters California Road Race State Championships, which was held on […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: 2026 Liège–Bastogne–Liège Highlights and Video Men’s and Women’s Elite Races The 2026 Liège–Bastogne–Liège once again delivered selective racing across the steep climbs of the Ardennes, where timing, endurance, and climbing strength proved decisive in both elite events. Men’s Race Recap Aggressive racing throughout the day reduced the field to a […]

The Spring Classics always seem to pass in a blur—but Liège-Bastogne-Liège, the oldest Monument of them all, has a way of slowing things down just enough to reveal the truth. For some it’s satisfaction – the legs don’t lie here. Form doesn’t hide. And in 2026, it told us two things: Tadej Pogačar is still […]