It’s the latest black rectangle for your bike. Packed full of future e-waste, nestled snugly against a lithium-ion battery. Isn’t there a better system than eradicating the precious finite resources on which all life relies, in pursuit of impossible goals of infinite growth and relentless profit–the Différance around which the capitalist contradiction orbits? Must we all ride the liberal hegemony like a warhead into oblivion? Well, yes, because this new Garmin has a bike bell button. What else does it do? Let’s read the press release together and try not to get too excited. “Boasting a vibrant touchscreen display, Edge…
Author: Harold Dalton
Harold Dalton
Cycling industry professional with over 14 years of experience in professional journalism, television, and industry writing.
A figurehead of the sport and a rider that is beloved by fans worldwide, Team dsm-firmenich PostNL have revealed that ahead of what will be his last participation at the Tour de France, they have extended their contract with Romain Bardet through 2025. Hailing from Brioude in France, Romain entered the professional peloton with AG2R La Mondiale in 2012 and has gone on to become one of the most prominent and well-respected riders in the peloton over the years. A leading light and hope for Tour de France glory amongst the French public, Romain’s palmarès speaks for itself with epic…
In a move set to revolutionize time trial racing in the UK, Cycling Time Trials (CTT) has unveiled their latest initiatives: the innovative ‘Tribes’ team competition and a user-friendly ‘Event Finder’ functionality. These new features are designed to encourage widespread participation, foster team spirit, and make racing more accessible than ever before. For those unacquainted, time trialling is often seen as a solitary sport where cyclists battle the clock and their own limits over set distances, sometimes spending more time travelling to ideal courses than actually racing. Despite this solitary nature, a thriving community of riders gathers at event HQs,…
Brace yourselves, Wattbikers. Your sweat, tears, and existential crises on those indoor trainers are about to get a lot more competitive. Wattbike has proudly announced the launch of its new Leaderboards feature, a cunning plan to pit cyclists against each other in a digital Thunderdome of endurance tests, hill climbs, speed sprints, and distance goals. This new feature, available via the free Wattbike Training Hub app, allows users to track their performance, set new personal records, and engage in virtual chest-thumping with a global community of like-minded masochists. If your idea of fun involves staring at a screen while your…
Anthony Walsh, the man who traded in his legal briefs for cycling bib shorts, has now launched his latest venture: The Anthony Walsh Podcast (Apple / Spotify). This show promises to be a rollercoaster ride through the treacherous terrain of health, happiness, and the occasional humorous mishap. The launch featured three special guests: John McAvoy, Valtteri Bottas, and Professor Ian Robertson, which sounds like the start of a bad joke—”A criminal, a race car driver, and a neuroscientist walk into a podcast…” Anthony Walsh, the podcast’s mastermind and resident overachiever, brings a cornucopia of experience. After discovering that the legal…
In a dazzling display of sport and sartorial splendor, the Local Organising Committee (LOC) and Santini Cycling revealed the exclusive cycling jersey commemorating the 2024 UCI Road and Para-cycling World Championships in Zurich. The event, held to mark the 100-day countdown until the Championships, was attended by a slew of local dignitaries and officials who gathered to celebrate Zurich’s role as host for this prestigious event. Today’s press conference, held in the presence of Cantonal Councillor Mario Fehr, Municipal Councillor Filippo Leutenegger, and other esteemed guests, was nothing short of a who’s-who in the world of Swiss sports and politics.…
Report The Critérium du Dauphiné served as a perfect prelude to the Tour de France, culminating in a triumphant victory for Primož Roglič. Roglič’s triumph marked his first stage race win of the year and a historic first victory for BORA – hansgrohe at the Dauphiné. With double stage victories setting the stage, Roglič donned the yellow jersey of the overall winner and claimed the green jersey for the points classification. BORA – hansgrohe’s cohesive performance was further highlighted by their win in the team classification, demonstrating their readiness for the season’s pinnacle event. “It’s crazy to win the Dauphiné,”…
Report Déjà vu struck the Critérium du Dauphiné as Primož Roglič claimed victory in another mountain-top finish, this time at the ski resort of Samoëns 1600. Roglič’s back-to-back wins, supported by a formidable team effort, saw him best Matteo Jorgenson in a sprint to the line. This triumph extends Roglič’s lead in the General Classification to 1:02 minutes after seven stages, with Aleks Vlasov holding fourth place ahead of the final day. Roglič’s win on the queen stage solidified his dominance, as he also took the points classification lead and the best climber’s jersey. BORA – hansgrohe currently tops the…