The Journal

With a few smart strategies, you can maintain your fitness, boost your immunity, and emerge from the holidays ready to conquer the winter miles.

This winter, let the cold be your training ground. Embrace the challenges, celebrate your victories, and emerge from the season stronger, faster, and more determined than ever before.

With the right gear, mindset, and preparation, winter cycling can become one of the most rewarding parts of your riding year. Here are some tips to keep you comfortable, safe, and ready to conquer winter’s chill.

While discrepancies between indoor and outdoor power may exist, they don't have to hinder your progress. By optimizing your indoor training environment, establishing reliable power data, and embracing the challenge, you can effectively utilize the trainer to build a strong foundation for the upcoming season.

It's 42°F outside, potential snow ahead and you've got 2 hours of climbing intervals ahead. What the heck do you wear?! This is probably one of the more popular questions one is thinking about pre-ride or asking fellow buddies and teammates.

Winter riding really can be fun and rewarding. Memorable, too, when you come out on top when conditions are challenging! Take care out there. Embrace the chill and transform your winter rides into exhilarating adventures!

Winter weather can often confine cyclists to their indoor trainers. While the prospect of endless hours staring at the wall may seem daunting, embracing indoor training with the right approach can yield significant fitness gains. This guide provides key strategies...

Warmers are a great choice for any cyclist because they are compact and lightweight, making them easy to pack and carry, while also being extremely effective against chill.

Founded in 1994, Squadra Coppi emerged from the distinguished history of two notable DC-area teams: Kodak Ektar Film and Victory Velosport. The founders of Squadra Coppi envisioned a cycling club that went beyond the traditional team model, establishing a community centered around equality and inclusivity.

Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Idaho Springs has long been a beacon of adventurers and those seeking solace from the demands of modern life. This historic town, once a booming center of the Colorado Gold Rush, now offers a different kind of treasure—tranquility and the promise of breathtaking outdoor experiences.

In the world of track cycling, few names have garnered as much excitement and anticipation as Grant Koontz. As he prepares to represent his country at the upcoming 2024 Summer Olympics, fans and fellow athletes alike are eager to witness his performance on the grandest stage of all.

With a network of unpaved roads that wind through some of the most breathtaking scenery in the state, gravel cycling offers a unique adventure for those who crave the thrill of the unknown and the joy of exploration. If you're a cyclist looking to expand your horizons, here's why Colorado's gravel trails should be your next destination.

The crisp morning air and sweeping views greeted us as we embarked on a new adventure in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Our team at Pactimo had set out for a unique cycling photoshoot, with the iconic Buffalo Bike Lodge as our home base.

As cyclists, we find ourselves intricately woven into the very fabric of the landscapes we traverse. Each hill conquered and curve navigated whispers of the awe-inspiring beauty enveloping us. 

Like any skill, the best way to become better at something is to really work on it. Ask someone that is good at descending to ride with you – follow that wheel while descending. You can learn a lot of things that way.

People think it’s this magical thing that only lucky or skinny people can do. This is a misnomer. Anyone can climb. Anyone who likes to ride a bike, can ride up a hill.

The primary purpose of cycling shorts is to provide comfort. Designed specifically for men and women, cycling shorts make sure that padding is in the right places and seams are strategically placed to reduce chaffing.

Cyclists have their own lingo and language. Hopefully this list will help make sense of  it all. A aero: Slang for aerodynamic or streamlined. Anything that helps a cyclist combat wind. Aero devices include handlebars, bullet-shaped […]

Whether you’re a year-round commuter, fair weather fan with an annual event, or a seasoned racer, the humble vest is a key component to any kit. Here are 5 reason why you should consider a vest.

Whether it’s a team ride, weekend bunch ride or race, we all fear getting dropped. It’s either slowly losing the wheel in front of you bit by bit or knowing that the moment the road turns up, you’ll be moving backwards until you’re riding on your own.

Mesh thigh pockets allow easy access to ride necessities like gloves or nutrition, or serve as a convenient location for carrying your phone, money, or cards.