In the world of professional cycling, managing bathroom breaks mid-race is a crucial skill that riders must master. Pier-André Côté and Lex Albrecht share their insights on handling this challenge efficiently. There are two options for male cyclists–stopping at the side of the road, or going on the fly. With female cyclists, it is the former…mostly. For Côté , timing is crucial if you are stopping. “When’s the best time? I’d say there’s the obvious one: when the teams control the race or just letting the breakaway go. You obviously don’t wanna go before the breakaway goes,” he says. And then a ..read more

With winter rapidly disappearing in the mountains, Whistler Bike Park is targeting an early opening date for the 2024 season. The iconic Canadian bike park is aiming to have the first chairs spinning for May 17. Fitzsimmons Express returns Opening Day will see the return of Fitzsimmons Express to the park’s chairs. The central village chair recieved a major overhaul that saw it closed for much of the 2023 summer bike park season. WBP is aiming to get five rider and five bikes up the hill on each chair with the new lift, which would be a significant upgrade in capacity over the old chair. While ..read more

Easton Overland is celebrating starting its fifth year of racing all things off-road, from bikepacking to mountian biking and all kinds of gravel, with a special collaboration. The team’s 2024 podium shirts are being made, and released in a limited run, with partnered with Love Machine Cycling. Easton Overland is also expanding, adding two new riders to a returning roster led by Vancouver Island’s Rob Britton. Pre-orders for the Love Machine Cycling-made Overland Podium shirt are open now. Notably, a portion of all sales on Love Machine go to PHS Community Services Society, a charitable non-pr ..read more

The Tour de Romandie is known for its brief prologues, but on Tuesday it came close to a record in brevity. Its shortest length since 2008, riders tackled 2.28 kilometers in Payerne, Switzerland on regular bikes to kick off the 77th edition. Tudor’s Maikel Zijlaard was the surprise winner, pulling on the first gold leader’s jersey. In 2008, the length was 1.9 km in Geneva, the winner was Marc Cavendish with 2:07 and the overall victor five days later was Andreas Klöden. Juan Ayuso came in as all-around favourite after his Itzulia Basque Country title and runner-up spot in Tirreno-Adriatico. He ..read more

When rain showers make their appearance, the conditions can become challenging and potentially hazardous. While it may be tempting to avoid cycling altogether during rainy weather, with the right precautions and knowledge, you can continue to enjoy your two-wheeled adventures safely. 1. Prepare Before embarking on a rainy cycling trip, it is essential to make sure you and your bike are well-prepared. Fenders will make the ride far more enjoyable. Additionally, wear weather-appropriate clothing, including a waterproof jacket, pants, and shoe covers, to keep yourself dry and comfortable. 2. Slow ..read more

Gauthier Navarro tested positive for EPO–but maintained his innocence throughout, Now, after serving well over a year of suspension, he as been cleared of wrongdoing. The 24-year-old is happy to race again, but he is also seeking compensation for the damage suffered during this period. According to reports from French news outlet L’Équipe, Navarro and his lawyer are preparing to take legal action against the French Anti-Doping Agency (AFLD). Navarro’s suspension stemmed from a positive EPO test during the under-23 Ronde de l’Isard race in 2021. He added he has also had no apology from the AFLD ..read more

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