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Let’s Talk Doping, Shall We
- August 27, 2022
Reflecting on the myths of Soviet cycling dominance and doping, and how my writing journey began with RIDE Cycling Review. A look back at the stories I told and what I’ve come to realize about the sport.
Full PostLions of Flanders No More?
- August 21, 2022
Why hasn’t anyone earned the title of The Lion of Flanders since Johan Museeuw? A look at what it takes to be crowned in Flanders, with some thoughts on Wout van Aert and Yves Lampaert as the next possible contenders.
Full PostTadej Pogačar the Next Eddy Merckx?
- August 15, 2022
Why comparing rising stars to Eddy Merckx never quite holds up. A look at past ‘next Merckx’ hopefuls, what sets Tadej Pogačar apart, and why modern cycling makes the comparison impossible.
Full PostA Case Against TT Bikes
- February 4, 2022
Read about the evolution of time trial bikes, from the 1980 Moscow Olympics to modern-day racing, and why these aero machines might be more dangerous than they’re worth.
Full PostChris Froome: A Disc Brake Skeptic
- February 14, 2021
Chris Froome reignites the disc brake debate, questioning whether the technology is really ready for road cycling. A look at why disc brakes may be more about marketing than solving real problems, and how the cycling industry shapes what we ride.
Full PostWhy Pro Riders Crash So Much?
- August 23, 2020
From aero wheels to road furniture and high-speed descents, a look at the hidden factors behind frequent crashes in professional cycling—and how it compares to the old days of Soviet racing.
Full PostThrough Storm and Stone: The Hardest Stage of the Tour de France
- August 12, 2020
Explore the incredible story of the hardest stage of the Tour de France in 1926, when Lucien Buysse braved brutal weather and unforgiving Pyrenean climbs to achieve a legendary victory. A testament to endurance, resilience, and the indomitable human spirit in the face of nature’s fury.
Full PostA Mamil and a Fred Went Out to Climb a Mountain
- February 25, 2020
From satirical reviews of the UAE Tour to a quirky cycling-themed indie film, here's a commentary on pro racing’s absurdities and the hidden gems in cycling culture.
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