Tag: Cycling

If you’re looking at destinations for cycle tours on a map, then your attention is probably being drawn south, towards the sunshine of the Mediterranean. But take a glance north and you’ll find a place that offers some of the quietest roads and stunning views of any country in Europe.   Scotland is becoming a […]

Following the success of the inaugural ‘Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift’ in 2022, this year’s event will take place from 23 to 30 July and looks set to be another epic race.   What is it?   Last year the event was heralded as the return of the ‘Women’s Tour de France’ and drew […]

So you want to go away riding with your mates – what should go on your cycle tour packing list? It’s understandable to want to keep weight down, so that you aren’t carrying too much on the bike and so you don’t incur too many extra charges if you’re flying to your destination. However, there […]

Sir Bradley Wiggins, Chris Froome and Geraint Thomas have something in common besides being the three British riders to win the Tour de France – they’ve all regularly trained through the winter by cycling in Tenerife.   It’s easy to see why Ineos Grenadiers and so many other top teams on the UCI World Tour […]

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If you’ve ever watched the Tour de France during the summer, and wondered if there was a British equivalent, then there’s a nationwide race out there just for you.   The Tour of Britain may not have the global appeal or recognition of its sister race across the Channel, but it’s a race that is […]

Calpe, Spain Best for the competitive cyclist or pro peloton superfan   For the last few years, Calpe and the surrounding towns on the Costa Blanca in Spain have been a hotspot for tourists and professionals alike, especially during the winter months for cyclists from cooler climates. The proof is in the pudding with professional […]

Optimize your cycling experience   No one wants to be uncomfortable when cycling, no matter what level of riding you do.   From recreational riders, weekend warriors to professional cyclists, one thing that we all have in common is that from time to time we have discomfort when riding. We all ride because we love […]

It seems strange to think that one of the biggest sporting events on the planet was founded to sell more copies of a newspaper. But as all the Tour de France winners still living will tell you, it’s true.   The idea of a bike race across the length and breadth of France was the […]

Think of a cycling trip abroad and you’ll most likely think of the sport’s heartlands in continental Europe. France, Italy and Spain host the three Grand Tours each year, and so they tend to be the most popular choices.   But if you want to try something off the beaten track, with the same great […]