Journals

Are you Cinglé? Find out on the slopes of Mont Ventoux!

I first came across the Club des Cinglés soon after I started cycling. The idea of climbing Mont Ventoux three times in one day seemed bonkers, impossible, indeed almost unimaginable.

Gravel Riding in Galloway

We used to ride nothing but road. Big miles and long days, with Audax or endurance events most weekends. My road bike had 19mm tyres and no one thought that was strange.

Mallorca: Europe's Greatest Cycling Destination?

Why Is Mallorca the Cycling Mecca for European Cyclists?

How to train for and survive a century ride

With the help of experienced cyclists, including a pro rider and a former Olympic coach, we have prepared a simple, easy to read guide to help prepare and above all, motivate you for a century ride.

Have you seen the green flash

Appearing ahead of me on the climb as he slowly pedals the same road I’ve been riding for the past hour, he must have known I was coming for a while. With a friendly, welcoming smile and a glint in his eye, he asks, “Have you seen the green flash?”

Catalunya’s untapped gravel

Epic climbs doable on a long weekend

“Don’t buy upgrades, ride up grades” – Eddy Merckx The great Eddy Merckx knows his onions when it comes to cycling. While lightweight carbon wheels will make you look good, the best way to get strong on the bike is to hit the hills.

Elements

When is it good to step away from the stats

VeloSocial has teamed up with The Velo Coach on a series of articles surrounding common training questions and cycling related issues.

When is it good to step away from the stats

VeloSocial has teamed up with The Velo Coach on a series of articles surrounding common training questions and cycling related issues.