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Mark Cavendish Reportedly Signs With Astana for 2023

After finally securing a team spot following a dicey period, the famous sprinter now sets his sights on a Tour record.

Written by Sam Anderson December 27, 2022

Stuck Cycling Indoors? 2023 Tour de Zwift Registration Is Open

The eight-stage Tour de Zwift starts on Jan. 9 and runs through mid-February. Take the line at exotic locales with riders from all over the…

Written by Sam Anderson December 27, 2022

Who Is Lachlan Morton? Professional Cycling’s Outlier

Lachlan Morton has stepped out of the traditional path of professional cyclists to become one of the sport’s most prolific adventurers.

Written by Mark Wilson December 27, 2022

Mark Cavendish Reportedly Negotiating With American ‘Human Powered Health’ Team

If Mark Cavendish signs on to Human Powered Health for 2023, it could be the Hail Mary he needs to break one of cycling’s most…

Written by Andrew McLemore December 16, 2022

Derailleurs Explained: The Bike Gear Shifting Evolution

The derrailleur has gone from fairly simple components to one of the most complex and technically advanced pieces of equipment.

Written by Mark Wilson December 15, 2022

Existential Cyclist: Czech Brand Designs Intricate Kafka-Themed Bike

What’s at the nexus of cycling, art, and everyone’s favorite cockroach-themed short story? This unique bicycle.

Written by Andrew Marshall December 13, 2022

Own Cycling History: Tour de France-Winning Bikes, Signed Memorabilia Up for Auction

A fundraising campaign from Jumbo-Visma allows you to support new talent by purchasing a piece of cycling history.

Written by Andrew McLemore December 13, 2022

Colnago V4Rs Arrives: Tested by Tour de France Champ Tadej Pogačar

If Pogačar takes back the yellow jersey at the 2023 Tour de France, he’s more than likely going to do it on Colnago’s revised, pro-spec…

Written by Sam Anderson December 12, 2022

Trek Emonda SLR 9 eTap Long-Term Review: Light for Climbing, Slippery for Speed

Trek updated the Emonda SLR by adding truncated airfoil shapes for speed but still kept it light for climbing with 800 Series OCLV carbon.

Written by Seiji Ishii December 12, 2022

LOOK 765 Optimum Endurance Road Bike: ‘3D Wave’ Design Promises Smooth Ride

LOOK says its tech uses integrated flex zones and specific shaping to reduce vibrations in the 765 Optimum by up to 20% over its other…

Written by Sam Anderson December 08, 2022

Diversity-Focused L39ION of Los Angeles Announces 2023 Cycling Teams

L39ION adds a women’s road race champion, brings back sets of prominent siblings, and looks like a strong contender in men’s criterium racing.

Written by Sam Anderson December 07, 2022

2024 Tour de France Will Not End in Paris, Officials Expected to Announce

For the first time in almost half a century, cycling’s biggest race likely will not end in France’s capital city.

Written by Sam Anderson November 30, 2022

Score Free ENVE Composites Goodies for a Month

Cycling deals are aplenty during the holiday season. It takes more than a percentage discount to garner my attention.

Written by Seiji Ishii November 25, 2022

Bottom Bracket Basics: Cyclists’ Guide to Standards

Bottom bracket “standards” are all over the place. Here’s GearJunkie’s guide to understanding the quagmire.

Written by Mark Wilson November 23, 2022

Tour de France Stage Record Attempt for Mark Cavendish in Jeopardy

B&B Hotels wants to sign Cavendish, but the team is rapidly running out of time to secure funding and licensing to ride in the 2023…

Written by Sam Anderson November 16, 2022

Moots Goes Clean: Vamoots CRD Is Integrated

There’s not a lot to say about the Vamoots CRD — and that’s by design.

Written by Sam Anderson November 15, 2022

Lachlan Morton Will Attempt Around-the-World Record, Coach Says

The circumnavigation record for cycling stands at 78 days, 14 hours, 40 minutes. Mark Beaumont holds it. Soon, Lachlan Morton will try to snatch it,…

Written by Sam Anderson November 14, 2022

Meet the Only Woman Manager of a Men’s UCI ProTeam: Ro De Jonckere

With a longtime career in sports management, the Belgian native is currently the only female general manager in a men’s WorldTour or ProSeries team.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 08, 2022

Next-Level Bikepacking: Handcycling Alaska to Mexico With ‘VID Expedition’

Follow along as Michiel Desmet makes a Guinness World Record attempt by riding his handcycle more than 4,000 miles.

Written by Andrew Marshall November 07, 2022

Cyclist Breaks 12-Hour Speed Record (And 6 Others) on Recumbent Trike

Marshall Randall, 65, smashed seven recumbent bike speed records previously held by a much younger man — and he’s not done yet.

Written by Andrew Marshall November 01, 2022

2023 Men’s Tour de France Reveals Record-Breaking Number of Climbs

2023 men’s Tour riders will face 30 climbs at category 2 or harder — a record for the seminal race.

Written by Sam Anderson October 27, 2022

Body Rocket: Aerodynamic Data for Cyclists Without a Wind Tunnel

Body Rocket aims to bring real-time aero data to the masses with three onboard sensors and Garmin computer integration.

Written by Andrew Marshall October 26, 2022

How to Draft in Bike Racing and Why It Matters

Drafting is the key strategic element in cycling. It allows riders to maintain a high pace while protecting themselves from air resistance.

Written by Mark Wilson October 25, 2022

Bianchi Oltre RC ‘Hyperbike’ Gets Air Deflectors and Vented Stem

The all-new Bianchi Oltre RC is the brand’s first ‘hyperbike’ and gets unique, patent-pending vents on the head tube to redirect air to low-pressure zones.

Written by GJ Staff October 19, 2022

Orbea Broadens Electronic Shifting Options With Shimano 105

Orbea’s Orca and Orca Aero race bikes now have the option of the more affordable Shimano 105 Di2 groupset.

Written by Mark Wilson October 12, 2022

Cyclocross: What You Need to Know to Get Into the Action

Cyclocross racing is nothing new, but it has been growing in popularity among roadies, XC mountain bikers, and gravel riders looking for some offseason fun…

Written by Mark Wilson October 11, 2022

Justin Williams and L39ION: Changing Bicycle Racing

Williams’ cohort calls him ‘forceful and intimidatingly aggressive.’ They’re talking about his racing style, but he treats his bigger mission with equal vigor.

Written by Sam Anderson October 03, 2022

Adding Carbon Spokes, Hunt Ups the Ante on ‘Limitless’ Road Wheels

Hunt’s Limitless carbon-spoke wheels come in two deep profiles, with bladed carbon spokes designed to push the limits of aerodynamics and power transfer.

Written by Sam Anderson September 30, 2022

Hookless Wheels, Rims, and Tires: How They Work and Their Benefits

A GearJunkie explainer on how hookless wheels, rims, and tires work. This article covers the compatibility issues and benefits of the new system that may…

Written by Mark Wilson September 29, 2022