Mathieu van der Poel, who made his Tour de France debut only yesterday, has done what his grandfather, the “eternal second” Raymond Poulidor never managed in his career, by taking the yellow jersey after attacking on both ascents of the Mur de Bretagne in the finale of today’s second stage and riding clear to victory.Defending … Read more
Merida has entered the road e-bike world with this new eScultura 400, and while it’s a little more relaxed than the acoustic Scultura it sits alongside, it is still very much a bike that likes to be ridden with a bit of spirit, while allowing you to chill out a bit on the climbs. It’s … Read more
Ultra cyclist Leah Goldstein has made history by becoming the first woman to win the brutal Race Across America. Leah Goldstein, 52, won the 3,000 mile (4,800km) long endurance race in a time of 11 d 3 h 3 m at an average speed of 11.8mph.Leah previously competed in the event in 2019, when she won the women’s solo category, breaking the previous record by … Read more
A Jumbo-Visma mechanic is filmed sprinting through the chaos of yesterday’s huge crash with a replacement bike. ??#TDF2021 “Run, Sem, run!”??♂️ The long way from car 23 to the crash pic.twitter.com/UCrjRoROjq — Team Jumbo-Visma cycling (@JumboVismaRoad) June 26, 2021The dramatic footage released by the team shows the mechanic leaping out of the team car, grabbing a bike … Read more
A Cyclist’s Guide to the Pyrenees by Peter Cossins provides a level of information that would benefit anyone looking to maximise enjoyment whilst there. Cossins knows the area well, and understands what a cyclist wants to know. Anyone tackling the big-name climbs can be sure of making the best route choices, and those venturing further … Read more
Police are today searching for the spectator who caused a massive crash at the Tour de France while holding up a cardboard sign and grinning at the TV cameras.Jumbo-Visma’s Tony Martin collided heavily with the woman while she held up the sign. The Gendarmerie du Finistère said today that the woman had fled the scene before police officers arrived to question her. She was described … Read more
The Endura GV500 Foyle T is part of a brand new gravel and adventure range, and uses a variety of fabrics to great effect. It’s cut for a more hunched position than most technical-yet-casual t-shirts, and while it’s not cheap, it’s spot-on for gravel use and you do get a lot for your money.The Foyle … Read more
Julian Alaphilippe of Deceuninck-Quick Step has swapped the raibow jersey for the yellow one to become the first wearer of the 108th edition of the Tour de France after winning the opening stage of the race from Brest to Landernau in Brittany today.The peloton was split by a huge crash about 8km from the finish, … Read more
The Apidura Backcountry Full Frame Pack is an excellent way to carry a lot of gear. It’s easy to fit and use, is made from bombproof materials, is fully waterproof and carries a lifetime warranty – the price is high, but it’s fair.Holding the 6 litre version (there are 2.5 and 4L versions too) the … Read more
A huge crash has happened at the front of the peloton in the Tour de France, caused by a member of the public standing in the road holding a cardboard sign. “Leaders down, downed riders everywhere and this is chaos. This is exactly what we didn’t want on the opening day of the Tour,” said Rob Hatch, commentating. … Read more
