I never would have imagined writing these words. For decades, the month of July set the pace for my days. Like so many cycling fans, I was so immersed in the Tour […] Read more →
Society
Insights and stories exploring cycling culture, industry trends and community life.
Can we really ride the same bike as the pros?
Every time a new top-of-the-line model is unveiled—one used by professional cyclists but also available for sale to the general public—the same debate resurfaces. On one side are enthusiasts who dream of […] Read more →
Embargoes: Behind the Scenes of a Strange Game Between Brands and the Media
Why do all websites publish their articles at exactly 9 a.m.? Why do some new releases seem to come out all on the same day? And why do journalists sometimes talk about […] Read more →
Opinion: Should E-MTBs Be Allowed in the Forest?
Electric mountain bikes are sometimes singled out by purists on ethical grounds, or because of their deviance or philosophy. But in this article we wanted to examine another aspect that worries us. […] Read more →
Visible Veins: Pathological, Natural, or Doping?
Who hasn’t seen those photos of cyclists with muscles covered in bulging veins? Remember the picture that went viral on social media, showing Peter Sagan’s teammate Pawel Poljanski with particularly visible veins? […] Read more →
Why Do Cyclists Ride Two Abreast?
In this CQFD section (“Ce Qu’il Fallait Démontrer,” the French equivalent of “Q.E.D.”), we answer your questions, and sometimes your preconceptions, about cycling or triathlon. Simple questions, but answers that are not […] Read more →
Why Do Cyclists Shave (or Wax) Their Legs?
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In this column, “CQFD” (“Ce Qu’il Fallait Démontrer,” the French equivalent of QED), we answer your questions, and sometimes your preconceptions, about cycling and triathlon. Simple questions, but the answers are not […] Read more →