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The new season begins in less than a month, and these are some of the important changes you need to know about.

Kopecky opens up on unsuccessful Tour bid and on the toll of what she terms an enormous calorie deficit.

Rider airbags, super licenses, and all the gravel bikes we think that'll be updated in 2026 in the latest Velo Podcast.

The push to find ‘em young, sign ‘em young by WorldTour teams is ratcheting up the pressure on cycling's rising stars.

All you need to know about Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport, including causes, symptoms, ways to avoid it, and this writer's experience with it.

Tracking WorldTour changes for 2026? We've got you. Bianchi replaces Merida, Scott goes to NSN Cycling, Pinarello becomes a title sponsor, and more so far.

Polygon updates the Strattos road bike, a new Focus gravel bike, and several ways to give back from Priority and Park Tool, this week in bike tech.

Giro organizers designed an 'easier' course for 2026 that favors a Tour de France double. The only winner if Evenepoel or Vingegaard tries it might be Pogačar.

Here's hoping Norway's Tour de France star has got a good playlist and better chamois cream to get him through these insane indoor workouts.

I checked the inventory, and the Specialized Neoprene shoe covers are still available at closeout prices. Here is why they are still the best performing option in 2026.

Multiple brutal climbs await the Giro d'Italia field in 2026, while a long time trial could tempt GC TT specialists to take part.

Everything to know about the Giro d'Italia Women 2026 route, including the new June start, no Tour de France overlap, and key mountain stages.

Two of the most bizarre proposals to improve safety could be better fixes than UCI rules that curb technological progression.

Girmay provides Team NSN – the squad that was Israel-Premier Tech – a much-needed figurehead for its new era.

Van Aert will face off with Van der Poel 5 times, but won't race worlds as part of his compact Christmas cyclocross calendar.

The magic and masochism of the Maratona: Taking on some of the Giro d’Italia’s legendary climbs.

World TT champion Evenepoel speaks about depression following his serious crash last winter.

What in the world do riders do in the off-season?

Wacky, weird and very entertaining: The Tour’s wildest of wildcards is likely heading to the Rockets team.

Universal Colours has a new pre-owned apparel marketplace, Chris King launches new wheels, and more from Gobik and Feedback Sports.

Van Aert reveals to The Athletic he’s been forced to overlook his caution of crashes as ‘Project Roubaix’ begins four months early.

Historic Italian company confirms loss of 24 million euro over past three years, forcing cutbacks.

NSN Cycling Team has emerged out of the ashes of Israel-Premier Tech, but there’s stll a lot we don’t know.

Former Tour de France winner appointed 'Director of Racing' as he and Dave Brailsford look to bridge the gap to UAE and Visma.

Fernando Gaviria caught driving around Monaco while blind drunk … at midday: ‘It was stress related to work.’

This method is taught by therapists to help pro cyclists endure leg-zapping pain, and you can try it at home.

No, really. Sprinters are despairing as they watch 'Al Wathba Mountain' grow bigger every year.

Take indoor riding from a winter training stopgap to something you truly enjoy.

Whether you prefer bone conduction or the "one-earbud" method, riding with music doesn't have to be dangerous. Here is the best gear to do it safely.

Monument debuts, grand tour shake-ups, and the gravity of the Tour de France: Here's where we expect to see the 'Big 3,' based on latest reports.

If Pogačar is serious about beating Mathieu van der Poel, shaking up his schedule is the best way forward.

The affable American might be in trouble if he gets selected for the 2026 Giro d'Italia.

Expert analyst tips Belgian Tour de France hope Evenepoel for possible success, but suggests patience is needed.

Tour de France champion Pogačar clarifies suggestions that he could end his career ahead of schedule in 2028.

A brief history of the brand's troubled decade, and why there's reason to be optimistic.

Levy, Josh, and Alvin talk about how to find cheap (or free) speed at different price points, wheelies, the Factor Monza, and more.

Belgian superstar sees an NBA-style financial model and more US backers bringing stability, calls for an expanded North American calendar.

Today's generation of stars boasts some pretty weak nicknames compared to the pirates, devils, GOATs, and lion kings of cycling's past. We can do better.

We’ve scoured the internet to find the best Black Friday road and gravel cycling deals in 2025 so you don’t have to.

From deep winter armor to lightweight thermal layers, we tested the best options to keep you comfortable through the changing seasons.

The shakeups continue at the controversy-roiled team.

A record VO2 Max and insane power: Tour de France calculations shed fresh light on Pogačar's dominance and the wild progression of modern performance.

Canyon, Specialized, Trek, Enve, Giant, and other brands all have road bikes that could use a refresh. Could 2026 be the year?

The backers and infrastructure are in place for America's newest road team. Now comes the hard part: 'It's going to take a lot of hustling.'

How Visma-Lease a Bike and other pro teams train their VO2 Max for peak power and efficiency.

Yes, more carbohydrate is better, but only to a point. Here's what to consider before you hop on the mega-carb hype train.

The Velo gift guide for road cycling is all the best gifts our editors can think of for the road cyclist in your life.

We nailed a few and missed on others. With next season is just around the corner, what are your (not-so) outrageous predictions for 2026?

Looking for a go-fast road bike? The Factor Monza actually tries to fit your day-to-day life.

Work with dietician became ‘a big burden’ for former race runner-up, prompting a reset in ambitions.

‘The potential is enormous’: Ashleigh Moolman Pasio lends support and experience to Amani African cycling project.

Froome confirmed as leaving current team, but a future in the sport may well be on the cards.

An F1 facility, some aerospace technology, and a bunch of helium bubbles and lasers just became a part of bike racing. What next?

The sport is a rolling billboard that has seen more than a few memorable sponsors over the years — for better or worse.

Cyclists have different needs from runners and the Garmin X1 is a perfect match. REI has it for $150 off.

Putting a price on spectating would destroy the most vital asset of the Tour de France — the closeness between fans and the stars.

One of the last prestigious Italian bike brands dishes up not one but two new bikes, each offering something different for the road cyclist.

Scrawny pros are learning to love the benefits of moving big barbells. Here's how much they lift, how often, and why every day is leg day.

Among the gorgeous bikes at Rouleur Live London is a new 3D printed titanium aero bike that’s actually going on sale soon.

Wannabe super teams are rebuilding in a desperate bid to break the grand tour duopoly.

Once you understand what this new jacket from Q35.6 is designed to do, the name makes perfect sense in the most uncomfortable, perfectly logical way possible.

Picnic-PostNL is signing an Esports star, but real-world safety fears and the big money of online racing have put potholes into the careers of many virtual converts.

An erratic strategy of failed lawsuits and restrictive API updates reveals a troubled path for the fitness app.

The UCI confirms it’s taking preemptive action as online gambling surges worldwide.

Everything but the hard work and suffering is for sale from Danish brand which outfits Tour de France teams and triathlon champions.

Vingegaard 'wins' at Saitama and says he’s back to his best after a long recovery from 2024 crash: 'Hopefully I can get back to improving rather than trying to get back to the same level.'

Modern Adventure packs an interesting mix of riders — including Leo Hayter, Stefan De Bod, and a well of US talent — that should earn race invitations across Europe.

We're skeptical that this is a new Aeroad, but it very well could be a totally new road bike from Canyon.

On board with the Oakley Meta glasses, predictions for 2026, and Josh defends his latest hot take on the Velo Podcast.

Simmons became one of the most powerful breakaway riders in the bunch by training hard, eating tons, and going big on the basics.

A storied brand in the cycling industry sent a letter to retailers indicating that after 40 years, Gorewear closes the doors this spring.

Bernal's very yellow, history-making Pinarello Dogma F12 went missing Wednesday.

Pidcock's longtime coach says a grand tour pivot brought exponential gains that will profit the off-road star at the Tour de France.

Forget those who say that Evenepoel will never wear yellow in Paris. There are strong reasons to believe he will reach the sport's top step.

The American sprinter and classics rider unites with last remaining US WorldTour team.

Three companies come together to make smart glasses that add to your riding experience like nothing that’s ever existed.

The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is the phone I chose to best support long distance rides and right now it’s 25% off.

Friend and teammate Wellens reveals Pogačar nearly abandoned the Tour as he lifts lid on Team UAE's historic 2025 dominance.

Red Bull GC leadership has been top of mind since the Evenepoel transfer. Roglič has finally weighed in.

Beat the heat with these low-tech solutions.