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'I thought, if the doctor is telling me it's fine, it must be fine - but it wasn't': Battling REDs and spotting the symptoms

Former pro cyclo-cross racer Corey Coogan Cisek assesses the problem of relative energy deficit in sport – REDs – drawing on her own battle with the condition

By Corey Coogan Cisek Published 19 April 25

'I was pushing 500 watts a lot': Nils Politt on his early season racing, training after a hot bath and Zone 2 miles

UAE Team Emirates-XRG’s German powerhouse on his training principles as he takes on the Belgian Classics

By Chris Marshall-Bell Published 19 April 25

How do the pros train? Noemi Rüegg's 26 hour training week

Winner of this year’s Tour Down Under, the EF Education-Oatly rider is a climber whose talent is taking her to the top

By Chris Marshall-Bell Published 18 April 25

Unreleased wheels, monster chainrings, and surprisingly skinny tyres: Six tech insights from Paris-Roubaix

Here's all the tech mods we spotted at the men's 'Hell of the North'

By Tom Davidson Published 14 April 25

Aero bikes with gravel wheels?: Six tech insights from Paris-Roubaix Femmes

Everything we found out about tyre widths, self-inflating systems, and wheel choices from the cobbled Monument

By Tom Davidson Published 12 April 25

'I wanted to be world and Olympic champion – my parents made me feel that it was possible': Meet Sophie Capewell and her gold medal-winning mum

Some mothers and daughters make memories together. The world-beating Capewells make history too. Tom Davidson meets the extraordinary duo

By Tom Davidson Published 12 April 25

'I've already lost 2 kilograms and my head feels clearer': I'm a month into sober curiosity and have never felt so good on the bike

Beginning to fear for his health, Steve Shrubsall swapped beer and telly for turbo sessions and books, here’s what happened

By Stephen Shrubsall Published 10 April 25

Brands built on marketing ‘will just evaporate’: Industry experts weigh in on what US tariffs mean for the bike industry, and, the cost of your next machine

It’s too early to judge the winners and losers from last week’s tariff announcements, so we asked the experts and those affected most for their views.

By Andy Carr Published 8 April 25

Elite asks 'why over complicate the bottle cage?' with new Race options

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Favoured by several WorldTour teams, the Custom Race X cage builds on the success of its predecessor

By Luke Friend Published 8 April 25

Call me an antisocial misery guts if you wish, I’d rather cycle solo than join the group ride

It takes all kinds to make up the cycling community, and Stephen Shrubsall is certainly one of a kind…

By Stephen Shrubsall Published 3 April 25

'Being in a breakaway was my only way of winning': Thomas De Gendt on solo attacks, podiuming at the Giro d'Italia, and turning to gravel

The breakaway legend takes on Cycling Weekly's Q&A

By Tom Davidson Published 3 April 25

What's the optimal crank length for you? How to calculate the best setup

If the crank length is too long you'll suffer hip, knee and back pain. So, get it right for better bike handling, aero gains and pain-free rides

By Nicole Oh Last updated 1 April 25

'I don’t deconstruct what I do. It’s just something that has come naturally over many years': The world's fastest descender on cornering at 70kph

Downhill maestro Safa Brian tells Maria David how he mastered the art of descending to become faster than everyone - except, perhaps, Tom Pidcock

By Maria David Published 1 April 25

I rode 12,000 miles and didn't service my bike once - this is how much restoration set me back

Videographer and mile muncher Ed Westrop ‘managed to get away with it’ for 12,000 miles - but - what did the mechanic have to say?

By Ed Westrop Published 31 March 25

Is creatine a useful supplement for cyclists?

One the few supplements with a strong evidence base, creatine promises explosive gains, finds Rob Kemp

By Rob Kemp Published 29 March 25

Inside the world of social media and pro cycling - the good, the bad, and the viral

Candid, quirky and sometimes snarky, social media connects riders with fans like never before

By Katy Madgwick Published 29 March 25

'I'd like to win another two gold medals at the LA Olympics': Kristen Faulkner on varsity rowing, venture capital, and the proudest moment of her career

The double Olympic champion takes on Cycling Weekly's Q&A

By Tom Davidson Published 27 March 25

Six reasons to sign up to L’Étape du Tour de France 2025 with Alzheimer’s Research UK

Ride the same roads as the pros. Raise money for Alzheimer's Research UK and take part in L’Étape du Tour de France 2025, a bucket list event for many cyclists.

By Cat Glowinski Published 26 March 25

Why do aero helmets look like fancy dress?

Aerodynamicist and coach to the pros, Andy Turner, takes a look at some absurd new helmets, explains what’s going on, and reassures us that we’re unlikely to be impersonating Darth Vader on the road, any time soon…

By Andy Turner Published 26 March 25

'They thought I was dying' - Meet the 80-year-old Brit who won four world titles weeks after leaving hospital

A serious health scare couldn't keep Olympic track cyclist Geoff Cooke away from the boards

By Tom Davidson Published 25 March 25

I’m a mechanic - here are 5 jobs you should do yourself, and 5 most home fettlers should avoid

Our Undercover Mechanic hates to conform to a stereotype, but, some jobs just make him grumpy...

By Undercover Mechanic Published 22 March 25

From GPS to WD-40: What has space travel ever done for cyclists?

Why cyclists have plenty to thank astronauts and test pilots for

By Paul Norman Published 21 March 25

Why Whistler isn't just for mountain bikers - how to have a gravel or road adventure in Whistler

Whistler isn’t just for hurtling downhill, there’s plenty to attract road and gravel riders too

By Cycling Weekly Published 21 March 25

I'm a cycling coach, these are the 9 most common mistakes riders make every spring

Pro cycling coach Andy Turner identifies nine common training pitfalls and how to avoid them

By Andy Turner Published 20 March 25

12 ways to make your first child seat or trailer rides with a toddler a success

Anxious about your first ride with a little one on board? Don't be - with these tips you'll both have a great introduction to riding for two

By Sam Jones Published 19 March 25

'I don’t think another sport would be as good for me as cycling': Cycling could help you live longer - here's why

Cycling is not only enjoyable, but it will pay dividends in terms of health and longevity - but don't just take out word for it

By Hannah Reynolds Published 14 March 25

What's better for weight loss - riding an e-bike or walking to work?

While e-bikes undoubtedly offer convenience and ease of use, how do they measure up against another form of gentle exercise – walking?

By Hannah Reynolds Published 13 March 25