The 2027 Giro d’Italia route has been unveiled. Here’s a stage-by-stage look at the men’s race and some thoughts and data on the course.
How Did The Neo-Pros To Watch Fare?
In January ten neo-pros were picked to watch. When predictions are made it’s helpful to return and see how things turned out so here’s a look at how their first season went.
How Did The Riders To Watch Fare?
Back in January ten riders were picked to watch. When predictions are made it’s helpful to return to them and see how things turned out.
2027 Tour de France Femmes Route
A look at the Tour de France Femmes route for 2027. It runs from Friday 30 July to Saturday 7 August.
2027 Tour de France Route
The Tour de France routes for 2027 are out and here is a stage-by-stage look at the men’s course. It runs between Friday 2 July and Sunday 25 July 2027.
UCI WorldTeam and ProTeam Rankings
The 2026 season has finished and here is a look at the UCI rankings for the year. There’s the three year promotion and relegation contest to note. More immediately we can see which teams are eligible for invites to the major races next year, assuming they’re viable.
Thursday Shorts
Did you notice the rider protest and eloquent speech calling for improved rider safety and expressing the fear of the risks involved? You might have heard Remco Evenepoel’s version but Dorian Gordon also made an appeal at the start of Paris-Tours on Sunday. It didn’t resonate as much in the media. Both speeches and rider actions were poignant but they were too modest.
The Moment Il Lombardia Was Won
After a gradual, seated acceleration Paul Seixas rises up on the pedals to go clear on the Civiglio climb. This was the moment Il Lombardia was won.
Il Lombardia Preview
Almost the last chance of the season to land a big win, only now it’s also the first chance for many to win Lombardia given five-time winner Tadej Pogačar is out.
Shimano Bicycle Museum Review
A look at the Shimano Bike Museum with praise for its focus on bicycles over its own corporate history. For anyone in the Kansai area of Japan, perhaps visiting Kyoto or Osaka, this has a prodigious collections of machines and within a well-designed setting.