Road Culture

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Classics specialist left considering career options if he doesn't get the opportunity to ride Flanders and Roubaix this year.

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Antonio Colombo remembers his unique friendship with artist Keith Haring, and the story behind his stunning hand-painted Cinelli.

A brief tale of Mr and Mrs Narwhal, the Dirty Kanza aero bars. Also, remote shifting? Yes, please.

Is this a fashionable but temporary trend, or the emergence of a new sport, or segment of a sport? Or, it is a hybrid? Either way, cycling stands to gain, especially in comparison to other sports.

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Women’s pro road cycling continues to thrive, but challenges around racing days and course selection remain.

In 2000, a young Bahati had a breakout year, winning both the national junior road and criterium titles, plus the elite USCF national title. After Rock Racing, Bahati created his own team around the foundation that he formed, the Bahati Foundation.

How one teacher’s idea grew into a national league that develops world champions — and tens of thousands of happy riders.

Viva l'Italia! Nine questions with breakout Italian star Giulio Ciccone from his home in Montecarlo.

In part three of a conversation with Philippe Brunel, the legendary French journalist riffs on Felice Gimondi, Andy Hampsten and Vincenzo Nibali as he looks back on his 40 years at the Giro d’Italia.

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Scott Olsen and James Armstead of the Phoenix Syndicate team in Des Moines, Iowa found a creative way to bring back racing during the coronavirus shutdown.

The Danish rider talks about improving his one-minute efforts, spending time with his young family, and finding a routine.

Hannah Puttcamp spends countless hours trailbuilding with crews to improve local mountain biking.

Ten questions with the Olympic silver medalist as he waits for the resumption of mass participation cycling events.

A New Jersey club aims for parity — and makes racing fun for everyone in the process.

There are some signals which might suggest that you should take a more serious look at your health, rather than simply “soldiering on” in silence.

Here is the gear I chose for a 140-mile, 14,000ft, local substitute for the actual Belgian Waffle Ride.

In New Jersey, a NICA coach and team director recently set up the state’s first high school team.

Part two of a conversation with the legendary French journalist on the last 40 years of the Giro d'Italia.

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How America's top female racers feel about the Olympics being pushed back a year.

USA Cycling's Lindsay Goldman is working, riding, and looking after her daughter amid the coronavirus shutdown.

With NICA-supported Richmond Cycling Corps, the bike is the hook for kids who live in public housing.

James Startt spoke with industry leader Antonio Colombo of Cinelli and Colombus tubing on the undeniable link between cycling and art.

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Unlike many other race organizations out there, NICA offers equal opportunities for girls to race.

With a balance of levity (AKA wheelies) and gravity (all-out descents), arriving at the finish within the time limit is the goal for the peloton’s non-climbers.

Ted King's #DIYGravel events honor the original race calendar.

Part One of a conversation with the legendary French journalist, on the last 40 years of the Giro d'Italia.

Cycling powerhouse team shifts gear to humanitarian efforts with their sponsor.

How one teacher is connecting kids with bike shops and companies for learning and jobs in the bicycling industry.

Jacob Hill-Gowing has already pedaled more than 3,100 kilometers on an uncomfortable stationary bicycle in his tiny London apartment. His final day of riding will be broadcast by the BBC.

NICA coach Anne Rock found the one tool that helps advance kids with learning differences: the bike.

How are pro cyclists adapting their daily lives during the coronavirus shutdown? We take a deep dive into our Day in the life series and then hear from Olympian Catharine Pendrel.

In a wide-ranging interview, Sir David Brailsford discusses pro cycling's return from the COVID-19 shutdown, whether cycling needs a better business model, and the Tour de France's power over the sport.

Ten questions with the Canyon-SRAM rider and the WorldTour retiree about their life in locked-down Spain.

Why are we compromising on fit and convenience?

California native and pro road racer Krista Doebel-Hickok on embracing Zwift, taking rest days, and visits from an unusual lockdown friend.

Full-gas training on open roads and two young sons keeping Australian veteran busy in southwest Germany.

As women’s cycling’s most prestigious race, the Giro Rosa presents a challenge for riders, and not always for the best reasons.

Daniele Carletti and Simona Pergola crossed the Himalaya Mountains and the Australian desert, but their journey was not just about witnessing breathtaking landscapes and rich cultures.

Nine questions with Leadville 100 winner Rose Grant, who is homeschooling her daughter and training during the shutdown.

Australian journalist plans to tackle America’s premier endurance race on trainer.

This week the cycling world lost a friend and passionate voice in Pat Malach of Cyclingnews.com, who died at age 55. Our deepest condolences go out to his friends and family, and the entire staff at Cyclingnews.com.

All pro races should include women's and men's events, former Giro boss says. 'It should be a must if you want to have a first-level race.'

Ten questions with the junior road world champion Megan Jastrab as she makes the most of life on a quiet Olympic Training Center campus.

Before the lockdown, I took my new bike to Arizona. Here's the lowdown on the parts I'm using.

The technical consultant who made biking look realistic on the screen is hoping to inspire other cyclists to clean up their roads.

September 12 alone has four major gravel racing events. But will they happen?

Women are the minority at gravel races. Some event promoters are trying new registration strategies to upend that trend.

Credit to Movistar team management for allowing the film's producers to have final cut, and most tense and disappointing moments are not left on the cutting-room floor.

10 questions with two-time world champion time trialist Amber Neben, from her home in southern California.

Callum Townsend was already several hours into a training ride when he decided to test himself with 24 consecutive hours of riding.

11 questions for the Cofidis rider, author, and farmer, while he's at home, near Normandy.

How some cyclists are using the unstructured time to pedal with purpose.

The weekly Leg Wrecker ride in Michigan became a dirt ITT on Strava after the shutdown led to social distancing.

'Each stakeholder is going to come out of this thing a little bit different than the way it went in.'

The 24-year-old world champion is staying in shape riding outdoors and on Zwift — although he does not like all the data being collected.

Weighting down the trainer, running a portable AC unit, chatting with teammates during races, and other tips and tricks.

Multi-discipline star making the most of the sun, a spa and a swimming pool at home in south France.

Nine questions with the EF Pro Cycling rider who is sheltering in place at his home, 8,228 feet above sea level.

How some communities are using cycling to support small businesses, and give people a meaningful reason to ride.

Nine questions with Oliver Naesen, the 29-year-old Belgian who has taken to racing online to satisfy his competitive drive.

Ride alone, pack your own snacks, know thy spigots, and other helpful rules for those who can still get out.

Brendan Schwab, head of the World Players Association, talks about how athletes can get a seat at the table for organizing sport.

Nine questions with the Stages Cycling-Scott pro mountain biker about life at home in Boulder, Colorado.

Missing out on a race? Here are three suggestions for Plan B.

Gravel rides, smashing Zwift, and trying to dodge the cookie jar: Breakaway specialist De Gendt is keeping the engine running in lockdown in Belgium.

We ride for an hour every Wednesday, with special guests joining to chat.

Nine questions with the former NBA pro turned mountain bike aficionado.

Losing at Zwift, making raclette, and drinking cocktails – Coloradan climber is taking life easy with his girlfriend in Puigcerdà, Girona.

Nine questions with the WorldTour pro turned Queen of Kanza.