2025 Addict RC is Scott’s lightest ever
The Scott Addict RC has always been among the lightest production road bikes on the market. The latest iteration is no different, shedding 300g over its predecessor with no compromise on race performance.
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Contador and Froome to face off on BKOOL
One of the greatest rivalries in cycling – Chris Froome and Alberto Contador – will be revived in the world of virtual cycling on the BKOOL platform on Monday, November 25 at 6:30 p.m. CET. Their battles in the mountains of Europe through the 201os are legendary and Monday’s matchup will again see the two going head-to-head, accompanied by hundreds of amateur cyclists.
Colnago Steelnovo reinvents the steel bike
The Colnago Steelnovo is the Italian brand’s latest masterpiece: a modern steel bike that perfectly combines the mastery achieved in seventy years of history by the manufacturer from Cambiago and the finest modern standards.
Pinarello and Zwift join forces for limited-edition collab
I’m not normally a fan of these blink and you’ll missit, limited edition bikes, but I had to post about this Dogma F that’s a collaboration between Pinarello and Zwift. Just a lovely bike with some eye-popping Zwift colors.
Nairo Quintana re-ups with Movistar
After a challenging 2024 season, Nairo Quintana has renewed his contract with Movistar Team with the goal of continuing to fight in every competition, bringing all his experience, and earning as many points as possible for the team.
Curious Creatures and Party Shirt Intl. Bring The Fun
While we’ve previously reviewed the women’s version of Curious Creatures’ Ramble Scramble shorts, we were eager to try out the men’s version. To add some fun to the kit, we added in a Stretch Tech shirt from Party Shirt International.
Xpedo Spry offers excellent value in flat pedals
With an enviable price and weight, and a great ride to boot, the Xpedo Spry is a great choice for your next flat pedal.
Tadej Pogacar wins the 2024 Il Lombardia
Tadej Pogacar (UAE Team Emirates) has won the 2024 Il Lombardia, its’ 118th edition. Presented by Crédit Agricole and raced over a 255km route from Bergamo to Como, the World Champion claimed his fourth consecutive victory in the “Classic of the Falling Leaves” by attacking 48 km from the finish on the steep slopes of the Colma di Sormano.
2024 Road Season Wraps up at 2024 Il Lombardia
There may be some races left on the calendar, but Saturday’s Il Lombardia, the “Race of the Falling Leaves” marks the sentimental end of the season as the final memorial of the race calendar each year.
Olympian Olivia Cummins Joins VBR TWENTY24
Virginia’s Blue Ridge TWENTY24 is thrilled to announce the signing of 21-year-old Olympian Olivia Cummins (USA) for the next two years.