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Tour de France diaries: The Press Officer
Cyclist hangs out with Tim Vanderjeugd. Trek's story teller and communication coach. Gap, France, 22nd July 2015. Outside the Ibis hotel, Trek Factory Racing fans gather to observe mechanics tweaking,...
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Five of the toughest sportives in the world
Cyclist takes a look at some of the longest, hardest, most spectacular sportives out there (that aren't full yet). So you didn’t get through the pesky ballot for the Fred Whitton Challenge, and...
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Rapha unveil Core range
A simplistic, more affordable range from Rapha. And a step in the right direction? There's little doubt about the first thing noticeable in Rapha's just-released Core range, and that's the price....
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Dear Frank : The tough get going
When does the weather become too bad to ride in? Frank Strack, arbiter of cycling etiquette and curator of 'The Rules', lends his view. Dear FrankHow bad does the weather have to be before it’s OK to...
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How does temperature affect your performance?
Your body will do all it can to stay at a stable temperature, but cycling has other ideas. You’ve almost certainly had times on a ride when you’re so cold you feel as though you must be losing...
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Which is faster : Lighter bike or lighter rider?
Cyclist confront the eternal question of whether it's bike or rider that makes the real weight difference. The world of cycling is obsessed with weight because being lighter frequently means riding...
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Preview: Omloop Het Nieuwsblad and Kuurne-Brussels-Kuurne
The Classics are coming, and Cyclist has taken a look at what to expect in the first races. Time to get excited. The Classics, along with the grand tours and possibly the world championships, are an...
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Speedforce launch all-in-one stem
A stem that combines GPS navigation, a bike computer, and headlight. All in one unit. Cycling should be simple, but like every other aspect of modern life, it’s becomeing ever increasingly...
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Gran Canaria : Big Ride
In search of smooth roads, sweeping vistas and pro training camps on the volcanic island of Gran Canaria. I’m getting some odd looks at the breakfast buffet. The hotel’s clientele is mostly...
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The future is simplicity
Sometimes the simplest things are the best. There are quite a few of us in the office that you could consider ‘tool hounds’. James’ favourite tool is the headset press, Stu loves his CK BB tool and...
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Tour of Britain route 2016
The 8 stages forming the route of the 2016 Tour of Britain, starting in Glasgow and finishing in London, are revealed. The route for 13th edition of the modern day Tour of Britain was released today,...
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Demon Frameworks: Devil in the detail
Awards, recognition and some of the most beautiful frames available, but it hasn't been easy for bespoke bicycle builder Demon Frameworks.‘What happens if you turn it off? I don’t know. Bad things. I...
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Dear Frank : Blood, Sweat & Beers
Frank Strack, high priest of the Velominati and keeper of The Rules, contemplates whether beer is the cyclist's friend of foe.Dear FrankLike many cyclists I enjoy a post-ride recovery beer. Maybe...
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Milan San Remo : Route, Winners & History
The first Monument of the year is just around the corner, and we've kicked off the build up with a history of La Classicissima. With the first edition running in 1907, Milan-San Remo has a history as...
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New Shimano Sora groupset announced
The fifth tier option Shimano Sora sees some performance changes as well as a facelift for 2016. Shimano has released details and images of its 2016 Sora R3000 groupset, which will sit as the...
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Are you faster when it rains?
Wet conditions might be the last thing you want when you plan your ride, but if ultimate speed is your goal, it may not be all that bad. There are plenty of sensible reasons to avoid riding when the...
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Touring community Pannier plans 'Dark Peak Weekender'
Bike riding, good food and cycling chat. The Dark Peak Weekender aims to provide all... Pannier is a resource and community based around the incresingly popular world of cycle touring, and as such it...
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All change : kit swapping in the World Tour
A new season of pro racing means a raft of new team names and jerseys. Felix Lowe tries to get his head around it all. Imagine if football was the same as cycling. In this year’s Premier League you...
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The Cyclist guide to roadside repairs
When you’re on a ride do you expect the worst or hope for the best? And what is the greatest bodge of all time? A Scout is never taken by surprise,’ said Lord Baden-Powell. As cyclists, we should...
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Park Tool : Star Spangled Spanner
Cyclist travels to Minnesota, USA, to visit the biggest bike tool business in the world, Park Tool. October 2007 was a landmark time for American bike tool company Park Tool. After years of...
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