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With a rapidly growing contingent of young Spanish-speaking riders, you might expect Team Ineos – the meticulous masters of detail – to have invested in someone to bring them up to speed with English to try to integrate them more smoothly into the British team. So who has Richard Carapaz been using as his language […]

In just one sentence the Dutchman dispenses with both squad’s three-pronged tactic

Here is our selection of the best pedals for gravel riding, from standard clipless pedals to more niche brands, simple designs, platform support or even flat pedals.

People have been quick to dismiss Ineos who have struggled at the Dauphiné as Jumbo-Visma have soared, but Sivakov warns the Tour podium in Paris is still a long way off

Win big with the Ribble Weldtite team

Davide Formolo (UAE Team Emirates) went solo from the breakaway on the penultimate climb, riding solo for well over 50km, taking stage victory in fabulous fashion ahead of the GC group lead home by the dominant Primož Roglič (Jumbo-Visma). The Italian champion showed amazing perseverance taking the stage and the king of the mountains jersey […]

The Slovakian has decided to ride the Tour and Giro d’Italia but no Classics this year, saying he ‘cannot be everywhere’

Crazy racing in the Critérium du Dauphiné has offered up more social media goodness

The Brit is riding the Critérium du Dauphiné as he builds towards his second Giro d’Italia

Sweating it out at home can be motivating and fulfilling thanks to Zwift and Peloton, but which should you choose? We compare the two fitness platforms

Patrick Lefevere says he takes back his comments about putting Dylan Groenewegen in jail.

Joining your friends and fellow racers on the virtual platform Zwift does not have to hurt your bank account as much as your legs. We round up the cheapest setups

Looking for a simple and functional pedal solution? We’ve gathered together the best flat pedals currently on the market.

Dan Martin is hoping to recover in time for the Tour de France after he was forced to abandon the Critérium du Dauphiné after a crash.

Winter tyres for our road bikes are an essential purchase. Here’s our favourite that find a robust compromise between rolling resistance, weight, and puncture protection

From the expectations on Remco Evenepoel to the decisive climbs – don’t miss these moments

The CW5000 is an annual challenge we’ve set for our readers: the goal is to ride 5000 miles in a year. For some, that will be easy, whilst for others it will be a massive undertaking. To keep it accessible for all, and ensure motivation continues year-round, we also add additional challenges each month – […]