In the world of cycling, where spokes and politics often entwine in a bewildering dance, the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) has stepped into the limelight with an announcement that could rival the latest Netflix drama. Picture this: Belgian rider Cian Uijtdebroeks, caught in the throes of a team love triangle, has secured a cycling prenup. His current flame, Bora-Hansgrohe from Germany, and the swoon-worthy future lover, Team Visma | Lease a bike from the Netherlands, have reportedly signed on the dotted line, setting the stage for a two-wheeled soap opera. In a display of bureaucratic bravado, the UCI has theatrically…
Author: Emily Taylor
In a recent exposé by The Telegraph, the hallowed gears that power our rides have been tainted by a darker truth. Shimano, the prestigious bicycle-parts manufacturer, is allegedly entangled with a Malaysian supplier, Kwang Li Industry, accused of exploiting migrant workers from Nepal. Picture this: the components that propel Tour de France champions and adorn commuter bikes peddled across the globe are allegedly crafted by what The Telegraph dramatically labels as ‘modern slaves.’ The intricate web of accusations includes tales of physical abuse, threats hanging over the heads of laborers, illegal salary deductions, and the grim reality of unpaid suspensions.…
Get ready for a cycling revolution in the heart of New York City! The GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series has just announced the groundbreaking Gran Premio New York City (GP NYC), a UCI 1.2 men elite pro race scheduled for May 19, 2024. What makes this event truly revolutionary is that it will take place on the same course and day as the 12th annual mass participation race, the Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC. Here’s a breakdown of the key details: Event Date: May 19, 2024Location: New York City, on the same course as the Michelob ULTRA GFNY World…
Get ready for the ultimate showdown in the scorching Arizona desert! The cycling universe is about to witness the fusion of two iconic races – the Specialized Cactus Cup and the Belgian Waffle Ride (BWR) – in an adrenaline-pumping back-to-back extravaganza named the “Duel in the Desert.” It’s not just a race; it’s a cycling fiesta set against the breathtaking backdrop of the McDowell Mountain Regional Park. The Essentials: Dates: March 2 (Belgian Wafer Ride) and March 9 (Cactus Cup 40-mile XC race)Location: McDowell Mountain Regional Park, Arizona The Challenge: Queen and King of the Desert Awards For the bold…
Hold onto your handlebars, folks, because cycling might be in for a wild ride, and I’m not talking about those hairpin turns in the Alps. Get this: Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund is supposedly cooking up plans for a Champions League-style cycling series that could give the current cycling calendar a serious run for its money. No, seriously, they’ve got a big idea to pedal their way into the pro cycling scene. The masterminds behind this scheme call themselves “One Cycling,” and they’ve got some heavy hitters in their corner. Picture Jumbo-Visma CEO Richard Plugge and Zdenek Bakala, the brains…
Hey, check this out, folks! Bike the Coast just went down in San Diego, and guess what? They didn’t just pedal for the views; they raised a whopping $5,000 for Bike MS. Now, that’s not your typical weekend ride, is it? So, these 1600 pedal-pushing enthusiasts hit the iconic Highway 101, cruising through beach towns that sound like something out of a SoCal dream—Carlsbad, Encinitas, Solana Beach, and Del Mar. And where did this coastal adventure culminate? Oceanside, baby! This year’s event wasn’t just about breaking a sweat; it was for a cause. They teamed up with Bike MS, supporting…
Cameron Jeffers had a big plan to break this Hour Record, but here’s the kicker—it wasn’t on some fancy super-speedy bike, but on one of those Boris Bikes, you know, those average Santander rentals. So, where did this record-breaking action go down? Not some Swiss velodrome, no siree! This guy spun his wheels around the Inner Circle of Regent’s Park. And by golly, he broke the previous record of 31.285 km and made it to 32.8 km. But let me tell you, this wasn’t a smooth ride. It was, like, torture! Jeffers described the Boris Bike as this slow, sluggish…
USA Cycling and the EuroCrossAcademy (ECA) are joining forces for the upcoming cyclocross shenanigans for the 2023-2024 season. Sounds fancy, right? Well, they’re gearing up for some two-wheeled chaos in European racing blocks, and they mean business. All this comes from a recent meet-up in Colorado Springs. I mean, that’s where these wheels officially got greased. Endurance Sportswire didn’t miss the memo either. The game plan is simple: USA Cycling and ECA are teaming up to turn junior athletes into cyclocross dynamos. They’ve got this character-driven curriculum thing going on, focusing on the holistic development of these young guns. You…