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Bernaudeau first discovered this French Caribbean island when he was racing with Bernard Hinault in the 1970s, and it was pretty much love at first sight.

How many adventures have you been on because of a friend's suggestion? Pay it forward in 2021.

The best-recognized commentator in pro cycling talks about how he got his start when he was hired to be the driver for British announcer David Saunders.

As I reflected on my bike life in 2020, one theme seemed to emerge: big adventures in my own backyard.

One of the most satisfying aspects of photographing bicycle racing is the ability to capture athletes at the height of their powers under stunning backdrops.

Thomas Dekker recounts one of his many interactions with doping doctor Eufemiano Fuentes.

Jumbo went big in 2020; Boels-Dolmans has dominated for for years.

Yes, folks, it’s once again that time of year where we here at CyclingTips hand out the most prestigious, coveted, and occasionally dubious awards in all of cycling: the CyclingTippies! What was the most important bike launched this year? What was the biggest miss? What was just the flat-out most ridiculous, or most annoying? And what was the absolute biggest bummer of the year? We cover all of this, and more, in this week’s episode.

Dealing with depression — and helping others deal with their depression — is a key part of Thompson's mission.

Dhani Jones and Chris Mosier talk in the third episode of 'Someone Like Me.'

These awards were easy to choose.

The goal is 500 Buffalo Bikes donated — one for every kilometer ridden on December 30.

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His dominant victory that year in the 'Hell of the North' would be his last.

WBR500 is raising money for World Bicycle Relief with a monster ride on Zwift.

The Tour de Guadeloupe is fast approaching its 70th birthday, and it is the keystone race on this Caribbean island that is simply crazy about cycling.

Van Aert simply crushed it this year, from the white roads of Strade Bianche to the mountains of the grand tours.

Recon was done, tactics were planned and communication was constant. There were the same elements as outdoor racing, but all done inside.

Almost all American sports have seen a significant decline in TV viewership during this pandemic-abbreviated season. However, the American audience for the Tour de France was the highest it’s been in ten years.

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Strava's annual report tracks the surge in Everesting, the creation of clubs, and other trends from the COVID-19 year.

Dhani Jones and Max Fennell introduce the first episode of Someone Like Me, a series of conversations with outstanding individuals in endurance sports with different backgrounds, including BIPOC, transgender, and adaptive athletes.

Normally a welcome distraction from reality, cycling this year crashed headlong into real-world problems.

Last month Wout van Aert published the recipe for his broth-flavored Champion Oats oatmeal. Our intrepid editor decided to cook and then eat this savory concoction.

VeloNews 2020 Awards: No one saw Tadej Pogačar's white-hot, come-from-behind time trial coming.

Capturing the shot that gives a sense of the total chaos of — an utterly unique moment in — the Tour de France.

Dr. Marlon Moncrieffe believes the pro peloton's anti-racist gesture during the Tour de France needs to go further. Dr. Moncrieffe recommends launching an official anti-racism advisory group.

Jim Cotton, Andy Hood, and Fred Dreier weigh in on what they believe will stand out decades from now.

What didn't the Dutch phenom win this year?

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The Kenyan rider believed in himself through trials and tribulations.

From awkward questions about Tyler Farrar to two-hour conversations about life in and out of the saddle, we recall some of the highs and lows of reporting on Mark Cavendish.

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No cars and no campers were allowed on the Col de Peyresourde, but that did not stop fans from walking or cycling up.

Teams will be permitted to expand to 32 for next year, dropping to 31 for 2022, and then back to 30 in 2023.

On this week's episode of The VeloNews Podcast we hear the story of L&M Tourers, one of the first cycling clubs for Black riders in New York City.

Mathieu van der Poel's dad, Adri, was one of the favorites. But De Bie had a trick.

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There is no ski resort at the summit, make it a truly special climb as cyclists climb alone, against nature.

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Photographer James Startt recalls shooting the bright colors of the bunch against the dust and dirt of the Tuscan fields.

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I'd be lying if I said everything was better in gravel. But here's how my new reality was on the whole.

The race veteran, now innovation manager at the UCI, is excited about virtual cycling and studying the ever-developing technology of bike racing.

Saint or sinner? Marco Pantani and his controversial legacy continue to resonate in professional racing.

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The effects of Dylan Groenewegen’s harsh sanction, and the threat of further legal action, continue to ripple through pro cycling. If sprinters are concerned that aggressive tactics could land them on the sidelines for a year, or even in jail, it could spell the end of traditional sprint finishes. The UCI must clarify this situation.

Cycling legend Greg LeMond is poised to receive the Congressional Gold Medal, one of the nation's highest honors for civilians.

To study cannabis in sport is to navigate an obstacle course of controversy, contradiction, and a maddening tangle of red tape.

James Startt recalls how Ventoux isn't always the star when the peloton races in Provence.

This is a picture that says a lot about early season racing — but also about the courage of cyclists in general.

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Plus, the four-time world champion weighs in on a hotly dispute topic amongst cyclists: correct sock height.

A stronger riders union could bring substantial progress on the major challenges the riders face today – more stable employment, safer racing conditions, and a more secure post-retirement future.

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Since its inception in 2005, WBR has delivered over 500,000 of their sturdy Buffalo Bikes around the world.

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It’s an amazing race really, held due west of Buenos Aires, in the shadows of the Andes Mountains.

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McCarthy first started working with Borysewicz at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado when McCarthy was just 15 years old.

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After years in Europe, the 22-year-old is returning to the U.S. for a new kind of opportunity.

Virtually void of vegetation, the Alta Punta Negra call to mind the final kilometers of the Col de l’Izoard known as the Casse Deserte.

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Women's team to provide mentorship and racing support to Chicago program.

Dr. Richard Freeman’s Medical Practitioners Tribunal Service hearing in Great Britain picked up again in October.

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I look back at the hours, TSS, race days, and total kilometers of my 2020 and 2019 seasons.

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Six Olympic Games. 17 Tours de France. A win at Paris-Roubaix. And now, a role as race director for Tour Down Under.

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