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Could Tadej Pogačar Be the Fittest Tour Winner in History? Here's What Science Says

New research suggests Tadej Pogačar may have the highest VO2 max ever measured among modern Tour de France winners, showcasing extraordinary power, endurance, and recovery that set him apart from all other professional cyclists.

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9 Beginner Mountain Biking Tips You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner

Just getting into mountain biking? These 9 expert tips will help you stay safe, ride smoother, and have way more fun on the trails.

Unlock Explosive Cycling Power With These 7 Strength Exercise

Want stronger, more powerful legs for cycling? These 7 strength exercises will boost your endurance, control, and speed on every ride no gym required.

Here's Exactly What Happens When You Cycle Every Day

Cycling daily isn't just good exercise it's life-changing. Here's what regular bike rides can do for your body and mind.

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Mathieu van der Poel Tour de France Stage 9 Win: Heat Adaptation Explained

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Tour de France 2026: Riders Union Demands Earlier Start Times Amid Extreme Heat

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Jeannie Rice: The 77-Year-Old With the VO2 Max of a 25-Year-Old, What Cyclists Should Steal From Her Playbook

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“I Didn't Start Exercising Until 50. At 87, I've Now Completed 200 Triathlons. Here's What Kept Me Going.”

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7 Countries That Pay You (or Incentivize You) to Cycle to Work

In this listicle, we explore which countries reward bike commuters, how much you can earn or save, and where to find the official resources that back these schemes.

How to Train for Long-Distance Cycling the Right Way

Training for a century ride or multi-day tour? Here’s how to build long-distance cycling endurance without burning out simple tips, smart plans, and real results.

Solo Rides Ahead? Here’s What You Need to Know Before Cycling Alone

Ready to ride solo? Discover the must-know tips, safety gear, and top cycling apps you need to enjoy and stay safe on your next solo adventure.

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Heat Training Is The Hottest Cycling Hack Of 2026. It's Also A Fast Way To Cook Your Nervous System.

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Your Boss, Your Toddler, Your Broken Sleep: The Hidden Load That's Wrecking Your Training Adaptation

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Bonking Explained: The Real Science Of Hitting The Wall And How To Stop It Cold

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The Time-Crunched Cyclist: How To Actually Get Faster On 5 Hours A Week

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21 Watts, 37mm Tyres, And A 78mm Bottom Bracket Drop: Orbea Just Rewrote The Aero Bike Rulebook

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Inner Tubes: The Most Overlooked Upgrade

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How to Choose a Bike Helmet: A Clear Guide to Fit, Safety, and Comfort

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Bike Repair and Maintenance You Have to Know How to Do Yourself

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Cycling and Brain Health 2026: 20-Minute Ride Boosts Memory Ripples, Iowa Study Finds

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Cardiac Drift: Why Your Heart Rate Climbs On Long Rides And What To Do About It

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Sleep Is The Free Watts Nobody Is Selling You

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Why Cyclists Have Bulging Leg Veins: Fitness Trophy or Hidden Warning?

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21 Watts, 37mm Tyres, And A 78mm Bottom Bracket Drop: Orbea Just Rewrote The Aero Bike Rulebook

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The new Orca Aero 2026 claims to be 21 watts faster than the outgoing model at 50 km/h, and Orbea says the biggest gains come from a place nobody was looking: the rider's position, not the frame.

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Mathieu van der Poel Tour de France Stage 9 Win: Heat Adaptation Explained

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Mathieu van der Poel started this Tour slowly. Then it hit 41°C and something clicked. His Stage 9 breakaway was not luck. It was preparation age-group riders can copy.

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Tour de France 2026: Riders Union Demands Earlier Start Times Amid Extreme Heat

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The CPA told ASO and the UCI that summer race start times must change before the 2027 season…

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Cycling and Brain Health 2026: 20-Minute Ride Boosts Memory Ripples, Iowa Study Finds

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A University of Iowa team just watched ripples fire inside the human hippocampus after 20 minutes on a stationary bike.

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Jeannie Rice: The 77-Year-Old With the VO2 Max of a 25-Year-Old, What Cyclists Should Steal From Her Playbook

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At 77, marathon world record holder Jeannie Rice tested at a VO2 max of 47.9, the highest ever recorded for a woman over 75. For cyclists, her story rewrites the ceiling on what your aerobic engine can do at any age.

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“I Didn't Start Exercising Until 50. At 87, I've Now Completed 200 Triathlons. Here's What Kept Me Going.”

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Luise Easton is 87, still races multisport events, and just told the world exactly what has kept her going. For cyclists staring down 40, 60, or 70, her playbook is more relevant than you think.

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NBC Just Dropped a Phil Liggett Documentary Series and Every Cycling Fan Should Watch It

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The Voice of Cycling is 82, still calling his 54th Tour de France this July, and just sat down with NBC’s Paul Burmeister for the most revealing interview series he has ever done.

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Heat Training Is The Hottest Cycling Hack Of 2026. It's Also A Fast Way To Cook Your Nervous System.

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Riders chasing a 3 to 5 percent performance bump are turning turbo trainers into saunas. The gains are real. So are the emergency room bills.

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Your Boss, Your Toddler, Your Broken Sleep: The Hidden Load That's Wrecking Your Training Adaptation

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A cyclist under high life stress can take twice as long to recover cortisol after a hard session as a low-stress rider

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How Tour De France Riders Actually Pee At 45 KM/H: The Peloton's Dirtiest Open Secret

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Riders drink up to 12 bottles of fluid per stage, race for over five hours, and never truly stop.