Let’s be real – we’ve all thought about it, especially on an especially good day in the saddle ticking off hills that normally have you wheezing like they’re not there. Who knows, maybe you’ve even smashed a local Strava KOM without even trying. That little thought creeps into the back of your mind. “Could I … Read more
Whether you’re a casual social rider or a serious racer, I want to share my experience and guidance as an ex-professional cyclist to help you understand the factors that affect how fast you climb hills on a bike – and outline how you can improve them to boost your climbing performance.
Pro cycling has taken me from Canada to my new home in the cyclists’ heaven of Girona in northern Spain. No 9-5 office job, spending long hours doing what we love every day, traveling to dream destinations, and endless coffee stops – what more could you ask for?
As I prepare for my second full season as a professional cyclist, I’m going to give you an inside look into a Week in the Life of a Pro: how we train, how we eat, how we blow off steam.
The Tour de France peloton has 176 riders (22 teams of 8) at the start, riding in a tight pack that shaves 30-40% off the energy needed compared to riding solo at the same speed. Drafting, echelons, and breakaways form the strategic backbone of every stage. Below, we explain peloton dynamics, drafting science, and key … Read more