The Bicycle Club

The wearing of bicycle helmets is one of the most divisive hot takes of cycling in the 21st century. Academic studies, motoring safety surveys and urban cycling gurus offer a spectrum of analyses as to the reasons why we do or do not wear them. Everyone agrees that they reduce the chances of head-injury. Once you reach adulthood, your head stops growing, and you get round to making a long-term choice of your lid. Some are aerodynamic, some are packed with additional technology like the MIPS system (which we discuss here), some can have a novelty twist, or be foldable to suit your needs. They all generally have a core feature of a moulded block of polystyrene foam (EPS), with…

Another exciting weekend of cycle sport with Lige-Bastogne-Lige, men’s and women’s, and the Tour of the Alps – Reports, results and video. Mathieu van der Poel says he’s fresher – TOP STORY. Rider news: Everyone wants Dylan Teuns, hope for Milan Vader, Tim Merlier uncertain for the Giro and Per Strand Hagenes turns pro. Team news from the Tour of Romandie, injuries at AG2R Citron, DSM 2022 Giro dItalia roster and Remco Evenepoel supports Ardennes flood victims. Race news: Stelvio for the 2025 Giro dItalia, TransRockies Gravel Royale registration and teams for the Eschborn-Frankfurt. Plus UCI’s David Lappartient talks Netflix series and Egan Bernal’s best day of his life video. *** Stop the war in Ukraine. ***TOP STORY: Mathieu van…

We’re living in an age where our relationship with the environment is under scrutiny. More than ever before, we’re aware of how our behaviour (in terms of what we produce and what we consume) has a direct impact on the planet. A growing number of people will happily do their bit in response to pollution and climate change. There are few who still feel comfortable adding to the mound of toxic waste ending up in landfill, and in the oceans. But although we may want to recycle everything, some things are far easier than others to dispose of. Popping a milk carton into the bin on the driveway may be a cinch, but recycling bike parts and accessories is a…

All the reports, results and interviews from La Flche Wallonne, men’s and women’s races, and the Tour of the Alps with video. Patrick Lefevere disappointed after Lampaerts crash – TOP STORY. Rider news: UAE Team Emirates want Dylan van Baarle, Bradley Wiggins was groomed by coach as a teenager, Tim Merlier managed to finish Paris-Roubaix, Tom Devriendt most underestimated rider in Belgium, Nicola Conci not happy with the UCI and Giulio Ciccone misses Ardennes Classics looking to the Giro dItalia. Race news: Teams for Lige-Bastogne-Lige and Maryland Cycling Classic. Team news: Lennert Van Eetvelt signs with Lotto Soudal and The Wolfpack Insider: Paris-Roubaix video. *** Stop the war in Ukraine. ***TOP STORY: Patrick Lefevere Disappointed After Lampaert’s CrashYves Lampaert was…

Finding the right cycling backpack is a tough job – especially when you have an eye on style! Cycling backpacks need to be many things; robust yet comfortable, spacious but lightweight, waterproof while easy to access in a hurry. Getting all of these features on a backpack that’s also stylish is no mean feat, leaving many cyclists feeling disappointed. Designer backpacks usually lack features, while more functional designs aren’t always suitable for a smart work event. Read More: The Best Reflective Backpack for Cycling to Work Best Waterproof Cycling Backpack Rucksacks If you’re searching for a backpack that combines the best of functionality with a stylish aesthetic, read on for a rundown of our top picks. Bike Commuter Backpacks: Key…

Roubaix Race Report: The second women’s Paris-Roubaix was won by Elisa Longo Borghini (Trek-Segafredo). The Italian champion finished solo on the Vlodrome Andr Ptrieux in Roubaix, after attacking more than thirty kilometres from the line. Lotte Kopecky (SD Worx) won the sprint for second place, just ahead of Lucinda Brand (Trek-Segafredo).Solo Roubaix win for Elisa Longo BorghiniThe second edition of Paris-Roubaix for women, the first held in the spring, started without Marianne Vos. The runner-up in last year’s edition had to miss this year’s race due to a positive covid test. Elizabeth Deignan, the winner in October 2021, was also not there, because she is expecting her second child. With Lotte Kopecky, Ellen van Dijk and Chantal van den Broek-Blaak,…

The discerning cyclist ensures that each commute is enjoyable and worthwhile. Finding your own cadence and choosing an ideal route will help keep a smile about the place. All of this is geared towards reaching your work in a good frame of mind.  Getting there without stress for me always meant routine and planning. A former job required me to wear a suit, so I would keep one at the office. I then sacrificed a day of cycling to take in the ironed shirts I needed for the week.  However, if you prefer to carry a suit to work (or wear one) modern suit design and packaging solutions on the bicycle offer a range of options for cycling to work…

We all tend to have preferred temperatures for our cycling, but is there a best temperature physiologically for exercise? And might there be a difference between men and women?Snow, rain, cold wind, grey skies…. Just no!We all have our weather Kryptonite when it comes to cycling – that set of conditions that makes your ride feel absolutely dreadful. For me, my Kryptonite are those days of 2-4C, grey skies with no sun to warm me, and howling cold winds that seem to cut right through me no matter how I bundle up. I actually rather ride in a sunny but sub-freezing day.A lot of this preference or dislike comes down to personal experience and cultural background. But is there a…