2024 Grand Prix Cycliste de Québec Race Report: Michael Matthews (Jayco AlUla) won the Grand Prix de Québec on Friday, ahead of Biniam Girmay (Intermarché-Wanty), Rudy Molard (Groupama-FDJ) and Ties Benoot (Visma | Lease a Bike). The Jayco AlUla rider was the strongest in a sprint from a large group after just over 200 kilometres. […]

  Enduro racing is about to make history as riders compete for the rainbow stripes for the first time ever. This weekend, in Val di Fassa, Italy, top athletes will battle it out for the prestigious title. After six thrilling rounds in the 2024 Enduro World Cup, the stage is set for the World Championships. […]

That was close! At the European mixed relay team time trial championships on Thursday in Limburg, The Netherlands, the Germans faced what could have been a very painful premature ending to the event. The men’s team rode the same route used for the individual time trial, but the women were on a slightly different course. […]

George Hincapie, Lance Armstrong’s longtime lieutenant, had an illustrious career but ultimately confessed that at least part of it was fuelled by PEDs. “I was part of the dark era of cycling; I think the sport is in such a better place now. Cyclists will never be confronted with those decisions that we were,” he […]

On September 11, 2024, Lael Wilcox rode up to Buckingham Fountain in Chicago and set a new Guinness World Record for the fastest circumnavigation of the globe by bicycle. Wilcox, an ultra-endurance cyclist known for her achievements in bikepacking races, completed the 28,000 km ride in 108 days, 12 hours, and 12 minutes—shattering the previous […]

Maghalie Rochette is all set for the 2024/25 ‘cross season. The past few years have been a bit of a roller coaster due to sickness and injuries, but she rebounded well in 2024. For the upcoming season, there will be a few changes. First off, she has a new clothing sponsor. New kit day “I […]

Two-time Tour de France champion Jonas Vingegaard and his wife, Trine Marie Vingegaard Hansen, have welcomed their second child. The news was shared by Rosa Kildahl, who is delighted to be a grandmother once again. Earlier this year, Vingegaard confirmed that he would not be able to race in La Vuelta a España due to […]

Just when you thought Red Bull bike riders had done it all, along comes David Godziek. Riding a full line on a moving train, performing world class tricks and even a world’s first. Built on ten train cars provided by Grupa Azoty Koltar the Red Bull Bike Express course featured eight jumps, a roller and […]

Gear Break: Cycology Mahalo gravel shirt, ekoi Racing MAGNETIC three lens glasses, Jespr: There’s a new cycling computer in town, PRO Vibe Aero gives cyclists the benefits of an integrated cockpit without the potential bike fit drawbacks, Rolf Prima’s new 16 spoke all-road wheelset – The EOS AR and Muc-Off Tubeless Rim Tape – New […]

Let’s be honest: fat biking is a bit ridiculous. Sure, some people love the idea of riding oversized tires through snow and sand. They talk about the stability and traction these bikes provide on snow-covered trails or sandy beaches. Sounds great in theory, right? But if you’ve actually tried it, you’ll know it’s not all […]

It’s here! A bunch of the world’s best are in our country to race the Grands Prix in Quebec. Game on, kids! Bike racing is coming to Canada with the best of the best showing up for UCI points. And, of course, glory. The Grand Prix Cycliste is a helluva tough course (my angry editor […]

For those of us addicted to cycling, shyte weather can be a real bummer. So can riding a trainer. But riding inside doesn’t have to be miserable. If you’re up for a quick trip stateside, there’s a Valhalla like no other; Ray’s Mountain Bike Park in Cleveland. This is the original mountain bike park. It’s […]

In this week’s AIRmail newsletter, The Outer Line takes an in-depth look at: MSM weighs in on sports, the perfect race? Slovenia atop the cycling World, Kern Pharma’s cinderella run, DirecTV vs. Disney roils on, are sports valuations starting to plateau? # Catch up on pro cycling – and its context within the broader world […]

Puck Pieterse is skipping the last two XCO World Cups in 2024, but she could make history by winning what would be an incredible new version of the triple crown. Traditionally in cycling, the triple crown—although not a formal award—consists of winning the Giro d’Italia, the Tour de France, and the road world championships. Only […]

The BC Indigenous Youth Mountain Bike Program (IYMBP) is taking their story global with the documentary Dirt Relations: The Story of the Indigenous Youth Mountain Bike Program. IYMBP seeks partners to host screenings, aiming to spark conversations about reconciliation and outdoor recreation. IYMBP rider. A decade of trail building and reconciliation For over 10 years, […]

The Tour de Gatineau has announced its routes for the upcoming event, taking place from September 20 to 22, 2024. The races, sanctioned by the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI), will feature some of the world’s top cyclists. For the first time since 2015, the event will be held in downtown Hull. Race schedule Friday, Sept. […]

It’s baaaaack. October 19 and 20 are the days for the autumn versions of the Heck and Hell of the North. Hell is a 90 km race that starts in Ballantrae, Ontario and follows some of the toughest dirt and off-road sections in the greater Toronto area. There’s also the Heck of the North which […]

I didn’t expect Derek Gee to say something that would shock me, especially not after our short interview two days ahead of the Grands Prix Cyclistes de Québec wrapped up. “I’ve kind of stepped away from birding,” he said. Wait. What? The rider from Osgoode, Ont., is not only known for his exploits on the […]

After the Tour de France, Tadej Pogačar did something he hadn’t done in a long while. He had a relaxing summer that meant time with friends and time at the beach. “From Strade Bianche to the Tour de France, and throughout the Giro, I was in super good shape. After the Tour, when I switched […]

Edoardo Affini won the men’s European time trial championships and Lotte Kopecky took women’s title. Plus the Giro della Toscana – Memorial Alfredo Martini. Reports, results, rider quotes and video. Remco Evenepoel “knows nothing” about rumours of his transfer to Red Bull-BORA-hansgrohe – TOP STORY. Rider news: Wout van Aert discharged from Herentals hospital, Jonas […]

Since its start in 2011, Swatch Nines MTB has taken an altered approach to mountain biking by offering athletes something completely different: a creative playground where they can push their limits without the pressure of competition. It’s all about expression and progression in a fun, experimental environment. This week, Swatch Nines MTB is in a […]

A bar in West Toronto decided it would be hilarious fun to sell T-shirts mocking bike lanes–but local cyclists didn’t find it that amusing, especially given that a rider was killed in the vicinity by a driver just weeks earlier. David Shellnutt, a.k.a. the Biking Lawyer, drew attention to the shirts that were on sale […]

What a year for Orillia, Ont., native Isabella Holmgren! After an incredible year in 2023, where she won both the MTB and ‘cross world championships, she and her sister Ava were signed to the WorldTour team Lidl-Trek. “Lidl-Trek is keeping its sights firmly fixed on the future with three young signings to the women’s squad,” […]

Harry Leary, a BMX racing legend and Hall of Fame member passed away on Saturday, September 7th, 2024 from heat exhaustion in the Arizona desert. He was 65-years-old. Harry’s impact on BMX racing is immeasurable. Starting his career in 1974, he raced nearly every year since, bringing style, speed, and determination to the track. He […]

If you’ve seen Brett Rheeder ride at all, you know he’s a ripper. The seven time Crankworx champion also won Red Bull Rampage in 2018. He lives in Vernon BC and maintains his incredible skill level by riding his backyard features. Brett Rheeder practices at Red Bull Rampage in Virgin, Utah on October 24, 2018 […]