idmatch is revolutionizing the cycling industry with its scientific approach to bike fitting. Proper bike fitting is crucial for maximizing pedaling efficiency, maintaining saddle comfort, and preventing health issues caused by poor posture. The idmatch system addresses these needs, helping cyclists find their ideal bike position and identify the perfect size for their bike, saddle, and handlebars. The Importance of Correct Bike Position Effective pedaling starts before you even get on the saddle. The correct bike position maximizes pedaling efficiency, enhances saddle comfort, and reduces the risk of injuries. idmatch is an advanced bike fitting system designed for all cyclists,…
Author: Emily Taylor
The inaugural edition of the Triathlon Industry Conference powered by Scimitar (TIC24) is nearing a sell-out, with a stellar panel lineup featuring industry leaders such as Ruth Daniels (British Triathlon CEO), Annie Emmerson (BBC Olympic Commentator), and Francesca Barber (Comic Relief). The Triathlon Industry Association (TIA) announced the panel for TIC24, set to take place in partnership with the Running Industry Alliance in Loughborough, UK, on Monday, 9th December. This event aims to address the challenges and opportunities in the post-pandemic evolution of triathlon. Dynamic Discussions and Networking Opportunities With a focus on “dialogue, not monologue,” TIC24 promises engaging panel…
The highly anticipated 10th anniversary edition of Challenge Peguera Mallorca officially launched today, showcasing the incredible talent of the next generation of triathletes. Young competitors took to the course in the Junior Challenge, demonstrating remarkable skills and determination that promise a bright future for the sport. The first day of the event also highlighted the popular Challenge Women segment, reinforcing its commitment to empowering female athletes and promoting inclusivity within the triathlon community. The festivities began the night before with the legendary Mallorca Nit de Foc, a vibrant celebration that ignited the spirit of the event and set the stage…
One year after launching, PeopleForBikes, a national bicycle advocacy organization and the U.S. bicycle industry’s trade association, proudly shares the progress from its Great Bike Infrastructure Project (GBIP). This ambitious initiative is fast-tracking thousands of bike projects and policies across all 50 states, focused on creating more safe, fun, and connected places to ride a bike. A major driving force behind the project are the countless passionate advocates working to improve biking in their communities, whose on-the-ground efforts are making a real difference. From urban bike lanes to recreational trails, the Great Bike Infrastructure Project is helping build the future…
Women’s cycling has been progressing rapidly over the last few years, but there is still a way to go for women’s elite racing as a whole to reach true equality. In a positive move, Team dsm-firmenich PostNL has announced they are enhancing their efforts to close the gender gap in the professional peloton. One team, one goal A pioneer in the sport, the team has been a forerunner in women’s cycling, setting up their very own Women’s program in 2011. This was further expanded upon in 2017 with the introduction of their Development program; highlighting the team’s will to provide…
Report Remco Evenepoel delivered a historic performance on the roads of Burgundy, claiming his maiden Tour de France stage win in a thrilling time trial. The 24-year-old Belgian, making his debut in the race, became the first rider to win time trials at Il Giro, Le Tour, La Vuelta, the Worlds, and the European Championships. Evenepoel, the World ITT Champion, showcased his exceptional prowess over the 23.4km undulating course between Nuits-Saint-Georges and Gevrey-Chambertin. He went fastest through all three intermediate checkpoints, finishing with an impressive average speed of 52.58 km/h. This victory marked Soudal Quick-Step’s 51st Tour de France win and…
Report Dutch champion Dylan Groenewegen delivered an emotional and hard-fought victory for Team Jayco AlUla on stage six of the Tour de France, outpacing the world’s top sprinters in Dijon. This marks the 31-year-old’s sixth career stage win and his first in the Dutch national champion’s jersey, which he claimed last month. The stage, characterized by its flat terrain, saw the peloton maintain a relatively easy pace for most of the day. However, crosswinds introduced tension and briefly split the group. Despite these challenges, the race regrouped, setting the stage for a dramatic sprint finish. In the final moments, Groenewegen, positioned perfectly by his…
In a plot twist that could rival the best of soap operas, Giant Manufacturing, through its subsidiary Spia Cycling, has emerged as the white knight (or should we say, stalking horse) for the beleaguered Stages Cycling LLC. The company has gallantly stepped forward with a $20 million bid to rescue the once-prominent cycling tech company from the clutches of bankruptcy. The saga began on June 22 when Stages Cycling, along with Foundation Fitness LLC and its entourage of related companies, filed for Chapter 11 protection in Nebraska’s federal bankruptcy court. Enter Giant Manufacturing, a titan in the cycling industry, ready…