Rigoberto Urán’s planning to retire after the 2024 Olympics. Yeah, the Colombian press dug up the dirt during his visit to a football club in Medellín. You know, he got asked about retirement, and it was like, “I’m giving it another year, Olympics, then ‘ciao’ – goodbye.” Now, Urán’s no small fry in the Grand Tour biz. He’s been up there, started peeping into the top 10 in the Giro d’Italia way back in 2012. He even did the whole podium thing – you know, back in 2013 and 2014, hanging out behind some pretty big names like Nibali and…
Author: Emily Taylor
In a move that’s bound to shake up the cycling world, Wattbike has just appointed Ahmed Khodja as its Director of Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) operations. With his expertise in e-commerce and digital transformation, Khodja is set to lead Wattbike’s global commercial expansion like a pro. Khodja, with a track record that could put Seanbaby’s gaming exploits to shame, comes to Wattbike with a decade of experience in global e-commerce strategy. Previously, he was a key player at Fanatics, a global manufacturer and online retailer of licensed sportswear. While Wattbike might not be offering licensed jerseys just yet, they are looking to…
Destination Sport Experiences just dropped a bombshell – they’re beefing up their A-team with four new members! These sports travel maestros are all about making sure runners, cyclists, and triathletes have the adventure of a lifetime, offering full travel packages that include everything from entry to accommodations. If you thought that was exciting, wait till you hear about their recent acquisitions and office openings across the globe. They’re like the James Bond of sports travel. Now, let’s meet the new recruits in this sports super-squad: Ross Litherland, the Marketing Maestro: With 15 years of sports travel and retail experience under…
Mark Cavendish, the Manx Missile, isn’t ready to park his bike just yet. Despite initially announcing that he’d hang up his wheels after the 2023 season, he’s had a change of heart. Why, you ask? Well, it’s all because of that elusive record – the Tour de France stage win record. You see, Cavendish shares it with the legendary Eddy Merckx at 34 wins each, and he’s not willing to call it quits without taking the top spot. Astana Qazaqstan, the team that’s been his home this year, shared the news with a dramatic caption on social media, saying, ‘It’s…
Ah, Wahoo Fitness – the folks who brought us the Elemnt GPS bike computers and the Kickr indoor trainers. They’ve been making waves in the world of cycling tech for a while now. But you know what they say, folks, even the best riders hit a bump in the road. So, here’s the scoop – Wahoo acquired the RGT virtual riding app last year, and it seemed like they were ready to conquer the virtual cycling universe. But guess what? They’re pulling the plug on RGT, and it’s closing shop at the end of this month. Bummer, right? But hold…
Parlee Cycles, the iconic name in the carbon fiber bike world, has found itself a new sugar daddy – or should I say, sugar cyclist. So, here’s the deal – Parlee Cycles, a brand known for making bikes that are smoother than a freshly paved road, announced that it’s been gobbled up by an avid cyclist with deep pockets. This cyclist-turned-investor didn’t just buy a slice of the Parlee pie; they bought the whole bakery. And with that, Parlee Cycles’ Chapter 11 restructuring saga has finally hit the brakes, and they’re back on the road to glory. But wait, there’s…
Ah, Belgium – land of waffles, chocolate, and, apparently, masterful cycling wins. Team DSM-Firmenich decided they’d have a taste of that sweet victory pie, and boy, did they savor it! So, picture this: a blustery day in Belgium, where the wind is blowing like it’s auditioning for a blockbuster disaster movie. Team DSM-Firmenich rolls out of Chimay, ready to take on Binche – Chimay – Binche. But they weren’t just battling the weather; they were also fighting off their competition with the grace and finesse of a seasoned chef chopping onions. From the get-go, they had a game plan –…
Alright, folks, it’s time to talk about Team DSM-Firmenich. They’re extending contracts like it’s a never-ending sprint to the finish line, and they’ve got some promising riders in their corner. First up, we’ve got Pfeiffer Georgi, who turned pro in 2019 and has been on a steady climb ever since. In 2021, she had her ‘breakout’ year, and no, she didn’t break out of prison; she broke out on the road, taking two impressive wins, including one at the British national championships. This 22-year-old dynamo is like the Benjamin Button of cycling, riding with wisdom beyond her years. She’s become…