Ten neo-pros to introduce and watch for 2026. It’s an unusual year with few riders turning pro but this year’s draft has some big names.
Month: January 2026
Wednesday Shorts
A New Year, a new season and several news items to sift. We’ll start with Simon Yates and go via the Giro’s uncertain TV rights to Cofidis with more in-between.
Giro Recon Ride Notes
It’s not easy doing recon rides at the moment in Europe. It’s -11°C in Gavarnie and -10°C in Cari right now so those days of the Tour and Giro can wait until spring or even better, summer. But Stage 11 of the Giro was completed last weekend.
The route takes an predictable course along the coast before turning inland for a late climb to spice things up. Finding the exact route for this took a moment and if the climb is tricky, more so the descent.
2026 Pro Cycling Calendar
Happy New Year. Here’s the pro cycling calendar for 2026, free to download for your diary or phone.
It’s packed with all the men’s and women’s pro road races. So whether you’re scouting for some points-rich 1.Pro race or want to plan some sofa time here are all the races in a user-friendly format.