Let me be straight with you: when I first got serious about gravel cycling, the price tags nearly put me off the whole idea. Trek, Specialized, Cervélo, asking €5,000, €6,000, even more for their flagship gravel machines. And for what? A carbon frame, electronic shifting, and a badge on the head tube. I know this […]
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Trifox X16TA Carbon Road Frame Review: The Best-Value Chinese Frame for Ultra-Distance Cycling?
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Jun
Jun
The Trifox X16TA delivers T800 carbon, thru-axle disc braking, and a race-endurance geometry for under €500 shipped to Europe. After thousands of kilometres on Belgian roads and a 600km brevet through the Ardennes, Wim gives his honest verdict on whether this Chinese carbon frame is the best-value road frame money can buy in 2026.
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Pietertocht Extreme 2026 – 501 Kilometers of Ultra Distance Cycling, Pain, Friendship and Determination
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Jun
Jun
From Pieterburen to the Pietersberg: a journey across the Netherlands that reminded me exactly why ultra-distance cycling continues to fascinate me after all these years. There is something special about standing at the start of an ultra-distance event. The nervous excitement. The uncertainty. The realization that within a few hours you will be far away […]
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May
May
A Diagnosis That Changed Everything I was diagnosed with Psoriatic Arthritis in 2005, and in many ways, that moment divided my life into a “before” and an “after.” The first two years were incredibly tough. Pain was constant and often overwhelming. I relied on three to four painkillers a day just to get through basic […]
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Mar
Mar
Over the last decade, the global road cycling market has undergone a dramatic transformation. Once dominated almost exclusively by European and American brands, the industry is now seeing a wave of innovation coming from Asia—particularly China. Among the companies leading this shift is Winspace, a brand that has steadily built a reputation for producing world-class […]
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COOSPO AP-B1 vs Mini Fumpa Pump: My Personal Review of Two Pocket-Sized Electric Bike Inflators
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May
May
As a dedicated endurance ultra cyclist and gear reviewer, I’m always on the lookout for tools that make life on the road more convenient—without adding bulk or complexity. Often riding more than 200 kilometres in one ride, decent cyling tools are quite crucial for me. Recently, I’ve been testing two of the most talked-about portable […]
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Apr
Apr
When it comes to ultra cycling endurance, every cyclist knows that comfort is paramount. As a passionate ultra cyclist, I have had the privilege of exploring various terrains and conquering distances that stretch beyond the horizon. Through these journeys, one piece of equipment has stood out as an absolute game-changer: my Gelu K-3 carbon bike […]
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Nov
Nov
My ultimate goal in 2021 was to finish Le Tour du Mont Blanc: a French bike race around the famous Mont Blanc of 338 kilometres and + 8500 altitude meters / elevation gain. As with so many things Covid ruined the party and the Tour du Mont Blanc was cancelled. Having trained so hard (so […]
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Jan
Jan
When you talk about women cycling clothing, you automatically make the link with Liv Cycling. Liv Cycling has always played a leading role in the female cycling world. Bringing this part of the sport to a well-deserved higher level. Besides designing stunning bicycles and eye-catching cycling apparel, they are also proud sponsor of the Liv […]
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Dec
Dec
New year, new beginnings and for some UCI Pro Cycling Teams that means a new cycling kit. We present you some of the 2021 UCI Pro Cycling Team Kits. Bahrain Victorious 2021 Cycling Kit Bahrein Victorious is the successor of the successful Bahrein-McLaren UCI Pro Cycling team. A new name and a new sponsor comes […]
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