A Canadian magazine committed to providing the best articles on getting more out of your ride. Whether you are a mountain or road rider, you’ll find the bike and gear reviews, training secrets, route suggestions, maintenance tips and nutrition info you need to be a better rider. Find inspiring news on the pro racing scene, photos and features.
Tour des Stories • Tales within our tales
VOL. 14, ISSUE 3
NEWS
WHAT’S HOT
John Harrington Custom Mountain Bike
The Type II Fun of an Intensive Bike Mechanic Course
Why On-Bike Cameras Are Important for Your Safety and Other Cyclists, Too
George Stroumboulopoulos • Bikes are good for the brain
Manitoulin Island Cycling Advocates • Building a bike-friendly destination on quiet, pastoral roads
A Star of Acadian Cycling • On the 310-km Veloroute, discover New Brunswick’s northeast with its seaside views and rich history
Figure Out the Trip Before You Start Trippin’ • Group dynamics are key to a successful cycling adventure with a group
Sourdough Pizza Crust • Giuseppe Mercurio’s
Eat Better for Less • Nutritious food doesn’t have to drain your bank account
5 Tips from Bora-Hansgrohe’s Performance Coach that Will Make You Faster • Advice that works for the pros will work for you, too
Summer is Still Prime Cross-Training Time • Your riding can actually improve if you cut down on some of your pedalling
Brake Bleeding Basics • Find out how to make sure you’re getting the maximum stopping power from your hydraulic system
Like Summer Camp for Cyclists • Why a Stage Race Should be on Your Bucket List
Racing With Joy • Sandra Walter is finding her best results in her third decade as an elite cross country rider. But securing support is becoming more difficult. Still, she won’t let that hinder her drive to improve or keep her from raising up other riders, as she always has
The Canadian Cycling Magazine Guide to the Tour de France • The great race is in the midst of an exciting new era. Two champions are poised to push one another throughout 21 days once again. Capable Canucks are ready to build on the successes of the past two years, while the women’s event will continue to bring the sport to new heights
Giant Revolt X Advanced Pro 0 • A lot of squish for rowdy underbiking
Intense Tracer 29 Pro • Speed that will creep up on you
Safety Starts at Your Dome • 11 top helmets that will protect you on the roads or trails
Glow Up Your Summer Kit • Shirts and shorts for big rides on smooth or rough routes
Velo Vision • Eyewear that lets you stay focused on the ride
A Top Cycling Destination in the Making • The island nation has ancient sites, elephants and prime roads ready for exploring
Derek Gee • Learning on the job