James Shrubsall
After cutting his teeth on local and national newspapers, James began at Cycling Weekly as a sub-editor in 2000 when the current office was literally all fields.
Eventually becoming chief sub-editor, in 2016 he switched to the job of full-time writer, and covers news, racing and features.
A lifelong cyclist and cycling fan, James's racing days (and most of his fitness) are now behind him. But he still rides regularly, both on the road and on the gravelly stuff.
Latest articles by James Shrubsall
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This is a deal that you just can't unsee this Black Friday – a massive 73% off this smart exercise bike
Echelon are giving you very nearly three-quarters off the Connect EX3 bike. Get 'em while they're hot
By James Shrubsall Published
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Pauline Ferrand-Prévot hails 'end and beginning' of her career as she switches to the road
Olympic MTB champion leaves Ineos Grenadiers to join Visma-Lease a Bike
By James Shrubsall Published
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How many rest days should a cyclist take each week?
We all know we need rest, but the specifics aren't always so black and white
By James Shrubsall Published
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21 things you didn't know about Filippo Ganna
Cooking, Lego, and DIY tattoos are all part of the deal with the Italian time trial supremo
By James Shrubsall Last updated
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'One for the racers': introducing brand new UK gravel event Dalby Grit
Focal Events announces race-focused sibling to its Dirty Reiver signature event
By James Shrubsall Published
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21 things you didn't know about Peter Sagan
The many sides to the veteran Slovak star – and there are many – unveiled
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21 things you didn't know about Tadej Pogačar
The chilled out former unicyclist with a penchant for cleaning up at the biggest races. Read on...
By James Shrubsall Last updated
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21 things you didn't know about Geraint Thomas
Rugby over football, Eminem, podcasts – oh, and some cycling stuff
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Why do cars keep getting bigger – and will it ever end?
Ever-widening cars are threatening to squeeze cyclists off the road. It has to end somewhere, doesn't it?
By James Shrubsall Published
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Cycling in snow and ice: how to stay safe and have fun
Top tips to have fun in the snow (and stay upright)
By Tim Bonville-Ginn Last updated
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How to turn your gravel bike into a winter machine
Ideal for winter's rigours it may be, but even your gravel bike needs a bit of love when the weather turns
By James Shrubsall Published
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Should I ride my bike in the dark? Yes or no
We take a look at the pros and the cons of heading out into the darkness on the bike
By James Shrubsall Published
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How to win a pub debate with a motorist
Next time a driver takes you to task over your chosen pastime, here's what you tell them
By James Shrubsall Published
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Zwift goes back to its roots to relaunch its first-ever world
Jarvis Island was only ever available in beta before making way for Watopia
By James Shrubsall Published
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Orro and i-ride brands acquired by Planet-X owner but 'staff made redundant'
Parent company Martlet Group has also been 'effectively liquidated' says administrator
By James Shrubsall Published
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The Gralloch but not as you know it - new sportive event added to the roster
UCI Gravel World Series event gets a new, chilled out sibling in Scotland
By James Shrubsall Published
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Biniam Girmay pips Primož Roglič to the post at Saitama Criterium
Tour de France sprint king heads up phalanx of WorldTour stars to take the victory in Japan
By James Shrubsall Published
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Tadej Pogačar 'unbeatable', says Primož Roglič, but winning the Tour de France doesn't keep him up at night
Speaking at Saitama, the Slovenian also described the 'completely new way of racing' Pogačar had ushered in
By James Shrubsall Published
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Mark Cavendish: 'I'd want to stay in cycling forever'
The Tour de France star was speaking in Japan ahead of the Saitama Criterium
By James Shrubsall Published
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Tour de France 2025 route: Pyrenees triple, Mont Ventoux return and Alps climax on menu
Race to take place 5-27 July, with Grand Départ in Lille, before an anti-clockwise route
By James Shrubsall Last updated
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Gravel came from the US - has it found its way in the UK yet?
Gravel bikes have surged in popularity since their arrival from the US in the 2010s, but can they really challenge our road riding tradition? James Shrubsall investigates
By James Shrubsall Published
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Britain's only 24-hour time trial under threat as it searches for new organiser
The Mersey Roads '24' seeks new promoter after 80 years in the same family
By James Shrubsall Published
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Dogma days: Inside the creation of the iconic £13,000 Pinarello Dogma
Cycling Weekly pays a revealing visit to Pinarello's headquarters in Treviso, northern Italy
By James Shrubsall Published
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'I was going to break myself if I had to': Is this the most addictive and adventurous discipline in cycling?
'Tiling' is for everyone, from record breaking headbangers like Matthew Winn Smith to local micro-adventurers
By James Shrubsall Published