The Hobbit Heli, Mountain Biking in New Zealand
New Zealand looks like an amazing place to bike and this video just confirms that.
Lars Boom and Stijn Devolder crash in Dwars door Vlaanderen (VIDEO)
Both Lars Boom (Astana) and Stijn Devolder (Trek Factory Racing) both suffered misfortune in yesterday's Dwars door Vlanderen when they both fell on the same corner. Boom was the first to slide out on the left-hander and a few seconds later, Devolder went down on the same bend. They both escaped relatively unhurt.
$7,900 for a set of wheels?
Kondo Machine is a company known for making specialised parts for high-end car brands such as Rolls-Royce. They have now turned their attention to the bike market and have produced these Gokiso wheels that have so little friction that they can spin on a test jig for six minutes (video below testing the front hub, fast forward but...
Inspired to Ride Teaser Trailer – Unsupported race across America
Inspired to Ride follows a handful of cyclists from around the world as they race unsupported in the inaugural year of a 4,233 mile transcontinental race across the USA. This race is the antithesis to events like Tour de France and Race Across America. There will be no teams, no support vehicles, no special jerseys and not a dime...
Team Skys bike modifications for the Classics
With the demands of the cobbled classics unlike any other, the mechanics make many adjustments to the bikes to ensure the riders have as smooth a ride as possible come race day. Mechanic Alan Williams who sets up all the Pinarellos at the Team Sky service course in Belgium tells some of the secrets of the trade. 1) Handlebars: One layer...
Footage of Dwars door Vlaanderen (VIDEO)
Dwars door Vlaanderen kicked off the Flanders Classics yesterday which will culminate with the Tour of Flanders. The route yesterday covered some of the same route as De Ronde, and provides an indication as to who is in form. Here is footage of the last 20 kilometres of the race.
Dan Martin finishes 3rd on today’s stage in Catalonia (VIDEO)
In case you missed it earlier, here's footage of the last 13 kilometres of today's stage of the Tour of Catalonia. Dan Martin had his best result of the season so far on the stage which started and finished in Girona. He made it across to the lead group containing most of the big names in the race including Alberto...
The Royals and the Rás – The impact of Meath riders on the Rás
A radio programme was recently broadcast on LMFM which takes a reflective look back on the impact Meath riders have had on Ireland’s biggest bike race, the Rás. Contributors include former race winners Brian Connaughton, Colm Nulty and Phil Cassidy. The 1-hour programme was Broadcast on LMFM on St Patrick’s Day, and was presented and produced by Colm Corrigan. The...
Etixx-Quick Step launch their own beer
Etixx – Quick-Step in conjunction with Brewery De Bie in Wakken are launching a new beer as part of a partnership. 'De Bie Vélo' is described as "a traditional, light and flavourful beer." 'De Bie Vélo' is a blond triple with 8% alcohol. "The beer has a special flavour", says beer expert Robbie Defraeye. "There is a good sweet-bitter balance....
Connor McConvey on the attack in the Tour de Normandie (VIDEO)
(Photo: Tour de Normandie) Connor McConvey (Team 3M) was on the attack yesterday on the longest stage of the Tour de Normandie as he made it into the main break of the day along with Mads Christensen (Riwal Platform Cycling Team), Maximilian Schachmann (AWT-Greenway), Thomas Stewart (Madison Genesis) and Laurent Vanden Bak (Leopard Development). It was cold and wet for the...
Only six months to the start of the season
Some inspiration to get you through the awful sunny, long, hot summer days. Here is a great edit of some great cyclocross action to help you stay motivated until the real cycling season starts.
Behind the scenes at Milan-San Remo with John Degenkolb (VIDEO)
Before the 106th edition of the Italian spring classic, 'La Primavera' Milan-San Remo, Shimano Race TV caught up with John Degenkolb of the Shimano-sponsored Giant-Alpecin team to discuss what makes the race so special and why he's trained throughout the winter to prepare specifically for this race. Degenkolb also talks about the race being won and lost on the...