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We can’t think of a better spectator sport than watching a group of mountain bikers trying to ride up a ski lift line. Bosch is bringing a brand-new eBike Hill Climb Challenge to the Bentonville Bike Fest, and we break down the madness.
Nine days, 1,153 kilometers, and a brutal alpine reckoning on the unpaved slopes of the Colle delle Finestre. Read our definitive preview of the 2026 Giro d’Italia Women.
The Stelvio Pass isn’t enough suffering anymore. For its 14th edition, La Stelvio Santini is introducing a dedicated gravel day with 2,000m of climbing. Registration closes May 30, so read the breakdown and get moving.
This conclusion examines how English-language media constructs the very meaning of professional cycling. From Anglo-Saxon bias to historical romanticism, we explore how narratives are shaped—and how fans still find ways to resist them.
From the “legend” of the Ballon d’Alsace to the sepia-toned filters of modern broadcasts, cycling media is obsessed with its own past. Discover how the industry “invents tradition” to give modern races historical weight and meaning.
From the grueling print era to the polished age of digital broadcasts, how has the way we watch cycling changed the sport itself? A deep dive into the production of cycling media, the role of the “expert” commentator, and the construction of the modern sports spectacle.
Cycling Time Trials Limited (CTT) recently made headlines by announcing…