A certain few athletes dominate their sport so fully that they stand apart from their competitors, and serve as a benchmark for future generations of athletes. Football has Pele, boxing has Muhammad Ali, and cycling has Eddy Merckx; considered by many to be the greatest cyclist of all time. In the 10 years between 1965 … Read more
Marco Pantani (1970–2004) was the last cyclist to win both the Tour de France and Giro d’Italia in the same year (1998). Nicknamed “Il Pirata” for his bandana and earrings, he was one of the greatest pure climbers in cycling history — his 1997 Alpe d’Huez ascent in 37’35” stood as the record until 2024. … Read more
Beryl Burton (1937-1996) was the most decorated British cyclist of all time — 7-time world champion, 5-time individual pursuit world champion, and holder of a 12-hour time trial record (446 km in 1967) that beat the men’s record for two years. Below, we cover her career, records, and lasting legacy in cycling. “Amazing’s all you … Read more