Name: Twain Mein Location: Redwood City in the San Francisco Bay Area Age: 58 Bike: Cervelo Soloist 2024 Groupset: SRAM Red AXS (second generation) Wheels: Princeton Carbon Works 4550 (1490 grams, 19mm internal width) and HED Vanquish 4 (1510 grams, 21mm internal width) Pedals: Look Keo Blade Carbon V4 (222 grams) Saddle: ENVE x Selle Italia Boost with carbon rails (131 […]

Those were my panniers going down the road but not on my bike and not carrying my gear. At best, they were filled with envy, which was all mine, because they were headed for a ride across America — Bikecentennial ‘76. I’d loaned the bags to Jesse, a classmate with a wild, gentle spirit, and […]

Whether you live in a bustling city or a quiet rural area, pollution is an unavoidable part of life—and it can have a serious impact on both your health and athletic performance. During summer, air quality often takes a dramatic dip due to factors like increased vehicle traffic, industrial emissions, wildfires, and chemical reactions in […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: 2025 Costa Mesa Grand Prix Delivers High-Speed Racing, Community Spirit, and Championship Glory The 2025 Costa Mesa Grand Prix brought a thrilling close to summer cycling on Sunday, August 10, in Costa Mesa, CA. The 2025 Costa Mesa Grand Prix results are in, following an action-packed day of Southern California […]

Before the Tour de France even ended, online cycling publication Domestique asked in a headline, Is Pogacar bored by his own dominance?  Soon after the Tour ended, Velo offered answers to the question with an article describing Why Pogačar Was Bored at the Tour. A search for “bored Pogaçar” yields dozens more results. It’s a topic that […]

I just got back from riding through the Spanish Pyrenees, where we hosted our first-ever point-to-point mixed-terrain trip. After more than a year of planning, scouting hidden routes, and fine-tuning every detail, this one delivered in every way—remote mountain passes, rugged beauty, and, without exaggeration, some of the best riding we’ve experienced anywhere in Europe. […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: The first American to win Poland’s flagship cycling event shows the Tour de Pologne’s growing prestige and highlights Poland’s landscapes and sporting spirit. The 82nd edition of the Tour de Pologne finished just 24 hours ago, and Czesław Lang looks back on a race that will be remembered as the […]

Landing during the not-so-silly season between the Tour de France and the Vuelta a España, this EuroTrash cycling news round-up answers the question: Where Is Everyone? We tell you who’s racing, who’s training and who’s enjoying some R&R. And of course we catch you up on Brandon McNulty’s Tour of Poland victory, Tours from Norway to […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: The 2025 edition of the Leadville Trail 100 MTB presented by Kenetik proved to be one for the history books with Kate Courtney smashing the record time in the women’s race and Keegan Swenson wrapping up his fifth straight win in the men’s competition.  Kate Courtney Shatters Longstanding Women’s Record Kate Courtney – who was competing […]

From September 21-28, the eyes of the cycling world will be directed to Kigali, the capital of Rwanda, as the UCI Road World Championships take place for the first time on the continent of Africa. Road cycling in that country does have a tradition, with the Tour du Rwanda beginning as a regional race in […]

As one of cycling’s most prestigious Grand Tours, the Vuelta a España captures the attention of fans across the world. Held annually in late summer, the three-week race spans the diverse and often mountainous terrain of Spain, with stages that test the endurance, strategy, and resilience of the world’s top riders. Alongside the Tour de […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: Elite Riders Share Their Mindset Ahead of Leadville Trail 100 MTB 2025 With the 2025 Life Time Leadville Trail 100 MTB presented by Kenetik just days away on Saturday, August 9th, top Life Time Grand Prix contenders — Cecily Decker, Cameron Jones, Melisa Rollins, and Keegan Swenson — joined Life […]

In today’s Gear Break, we’ve got new bikes, wheels, helmets & hydration for every type of rider. We test the ultra-functional EVERFUN Hydration Backpack, and share news on Ridley’s holographic Tomorrowland collaboration, and Ritchey’s versatile steel P-29er – all built for performance and adventure. We also spotlight KASK’s stylish Cloudy Sunset Collection, ENVE’s gravel-ruling MOG, […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: Cycling is fun, but it’s even better when done with friends. There are several good reasons that may lead you to form a cycling club. The obvious one is that there’s no cycling club in your town or city. In some cases, you may already have a club, but it […]

Latest news analysis from pro cycling and global sports in the latest edition of the AIRmail Weekly Newsletter from The Outer Line. This week, look into pivotal developments shaping the future of the sport—from the landmark 2025 Tour de France Femmes and its powerful impact on women’s racing, to concerning trends in men’s Tour viewership […]

Remco Evenepoel’s move to Red Bull-BORA-hansgrohe is official, as the World and Olympic champion looks to relaunch his Grand Tour ambitions. UAE Team Emirates continues its dominant season with another 1-2 finish, and top teams are confirmed for the Tour of Britain and the Arctic Tour of Norway. In team and rider news, several key […]

Remco Evenepoel’s move to Red Bull-BORA-hansgrohe is official, as the World and Olympic champion looks to relaunch his Grand Tour ambitions. UAE Team Emirates continues its dominant season with another 1-2 finish, and top teams are confirmed for the Tour of Britain and the Arctic Tour of Norway. In team and rider news, several key […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: 2025 Costa Mesa Grand Prix Returns August 10 with High-Speed Racing, Family Fun & Community Impact As summer winds down and the cycling season nears its final stretch, the Costa Mesa Grand Prix is set to take place this Sunday, August 10 in Costa Mesa, CA. Hosted in partnership with […]

A breakaway in the Pyrenees or a hot streak on the reels — both come down to calculated risk, perfect timing, and knowing exactly when to make a move. It’s no surprise that many Aussie cyclists off the saddle find a similar thrill in pokies — not just for the flashes and wins, but for […]

Spécial Montmartre/Tour de France Photo Gallery: Our man with a camera – John Thomson – had to be in Paris, more precisely the Montmartre, for the very special final stage of the 2025 Tour de France with all the excitement of wet cobbles. Here is his unique take on the last stage of the big […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: The 2025 Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift unfolded over nine action-packed stages from July 26 to August 3, taking riders on a challenging journey from Brittany to the high mountains of the Alps. Featuring sprint showdowns, solo heroics, and decisive mountain climbs, the race concluded with France’s own Pauline […]

Dehydration is one of the biggest threats to peak cycling performance—especially in hot and humid conditions. But what if you could delay its effects before your ride even begins? Enter hyperhydration: a science-backed strategy designed to increase your body’s fluid reserves before you hit the saddle. By combining sodium, glycerol, or both, hyperhydration can expand […]

This story originally appeared in the May/June 2023 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine as “The Big Easy.” New Orleans is perched upon a 7,000-year-old expanse of alluvium called the Lower Mississippi River Delta. The landscape is humid, muddy, and flat, either at sea level or just below it. Before Europeans settled here in the early […]

Here at PEZ we’re not just WATCHING the Tour de France Femmes Avec Zwift; we’re FEATURING them! Today’s EuroTrash goes all in on the women’s Tour, from two riders doubling up on stage wins to a couple of racers who don’t seem to age — to Ferrand-Prévot’s audacity on the Madeleine and ultimate victory. Plus […]

SoCalCycling.com – Your Cycling Source: High-Altitude Challenges and Community Spirit Shine in Big Bear Lake The 2025 Tour de Big Bear, held on Saturday, August 2nd, once again cemented its place as one of Southern California’s premier cycling events. Set in the picturesque mountain town of Big Bear Lake, the event drew cyclists from across […]