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Stronger Legs, Stronger Core, Stronger Ride: The Dumbbell Workout Every Cyclist Needs

If you want to ride faster, stronger, and pain-free, strength training needs be a non-negotiable part of your routine. Yes,…
This Guide to Types of Bike Rides Helps You Choose the Best Discipline for You

If you’re new to cycling, you may be a little perplexed with the many different styles of riding and racing available….
How to Gradually Increase Your Cycling Distance as a New Rider

Ramping up any exercise plan too quickly can sideline you before you even see the benefits of your efforts. As…
The QOM Wars: How One Strava Segment Changed Everything

In the Southern Suburbs of Cape Town, there’s a crew of ambitious, enthusiastic cyclists who gather every Wednesday for what…
Can’t Cyclists, Motorists and Walkers All Just Get Along?

I’m in a bind. I’m facing a quandary. It’s all something of a pickle. You see… as a cyclist, runner,…
Considering Weight Loss Drugs? Here’s What Cyclists Need to Know

At 60 years old, Don*, a longtime cyclist who lives in Cape Town, feels fitter than ever — he’s riding…
Are Your Rides Too Easy to Make a Difference? Why Intensity Matters More Than Mileage

If your training week looks like a string of long, steady rides and a weekly mileage number you obsess over,…
1x vs. 2x: How to Choose the Right Drivetrain for Your Riding

The rise of 1x in the pro peloton does not mean the front derailleur is doomed. It means the old…
Push-Ups Can Be One of the Best Strength Moves for Cyclists With Back Pain (If You Do Them Right)

If you’re a cyclist dealing with back pain or hoping to prevent it altogether while also improving comfort and stability on…
Ride Fast, Match Hard

There’s a certain pride that comes with pulling on cycling kit that feels genuinely yours. Not just another jersey off…
Dancing Or Stamping? This Is How You Really Climb Faster

Jan Ullrich, the German climbing legend, was enormously strong. But he was also known for his ‘restless’ style: with every…
The Local Coder Changing The Training Game

When software developer David Tinker couldn’t find a training app for cyclists that met his specific needs, he did what…
Entries Are Open For Durban’s Iconic Amashova

2026 marks the 40th anniversary of the iconic Durban road cycling race, Amashova, which takes place on Sunday, 19 July…
10 Common Mistakes People Make When Cycling for Weight Loss — And How to Avoid Them

So you’re a cyclist who wants to lose weight? Join the club. Many people who regularly ride have the primary…
Simbithi Eco-Estate Gears Up for Cycling

There’s something uniquely appealing about a place where your morning ride starts just beyond your front door. At Simbithi Eco-Estate…