Theres a lot of hype around gearbox e-bikes. But can they really go the distance? To answer that question, MBR's Alan Muldoon range-tested the Haibike AllMtn CF 11, that comes stock with the Pinion E1.12 MGU (Motor Gearbox Unit) and an 800Wh removable battery. Theres a lot to love about the Pinion MGU motor when combined with the Gates Carbon Drive Belt. With no Continue reading

Max Kanter could scarcely believe what he had achieved after sprinting to victory on Stage 2 of Paris-Nice 2026, admitting afterwards that he had not even been certain he would make it through the day after struggling physically in the days leading up to the race. The XDS Astana Team sprinter emerge...

CyclistThe best photos from mens Strade Bianche 2026Regarded as cyclings unofficial sixth Monument, this years Strade Bianche saw another star-studded field of riders tackle the gravel tracks of Tuscany. Tadej Pogaar used the race to make his 2026 debut, while Isaac del Toro, Wout van Aert, Tom Pidcock and Ben Healy were among the other top names to pay the sterrato a visit on Saturday.Like in 2022 and 2024, Tadej Pogaar used the Monte Sante Marie to launch yet another race-winning move at 80km to go. Paul Seixas attempted to follow the Slovenians wheel, but the 19-year-old would have to settle for second place after dropping Isaac del Toro on the steep Via Santa Caterina. Having picked up another victory on Italian soil, Pogaar has become the first rider to win Strade Bianche on four occasions. As for Paul Seixas, he becomes the youngest rider to finish on the podium of the race.French photographer Xavier Pereryron was on the ground to witness present and future greatness. Here are some of his best photos from the mens race. Related Posts Seixas to the Tour, Red Bull balanced, but leaders wain: What can we learn from 2026's early results? Tirreno-Adriatico 2026 preview: Routes, favourites, how to watch and start lists 'The harder it is, the better': Interview with Paul Seixas, the next great French hope Paris-Nice 2026 preview: Route, favourites, how to watch and start list Xavier PereyronWhat were you doing at 19? I bet you werent about to lead a Classics team.Xavier PereyronThats one way to pass the time on the roadside.Xavier Pereyron64km of the route was on Tuscanys gravel roads.Xavier PereyronUAE Team Emirates XRG controlled the bunch on behalf of Pogaar and Del Toro during the early phase of the race.Xavier PereyronOnce upon a time, Pogaar and Alaphilippe would have gone blow for blow on a course like this.Xavier PereyronAaron Dockx opted against superstition, keeping his 13 dossard the right way up.Xavier PereyronIn his final Strade Bianche, Bauke Mollema was the lanterne rouge come the finish.Xavier PereyronAll eyes on the World Champions wheel.Xavier PereyronPaul Seixas had only competed in one Classic before this race.Xavier PereyronThe beautiful sight of the Tuscan hills coated with white dust.Xavier PereyronTo nobodys surprise, Pogaar launched his move with 80km remaining. He attacked from a similar distance in 2022 and 2024.Xavier PereyronTom Pidcock suffered some untimely mechanicals during the race. Hed ultimately finish in seventh place, his worst result in Strade Bianche.Xavier PereyronBoos were picked up on the mic as Pogaar cruised around the streets of Siena.Xavier PereyronPogaars teammate Jan Christen finished in sixth place, meaning that half the top six was UAE riders.Xavier PereyronBravo, Paul Seixas. Second place on Strade debut.Xavier PereyronClment Braz Afonso distances Pello Bilbao on the approach to the line. The Groupama rider rode to 17th place on the day.Xavier PereyronThis 26-man group was the largest pack of riders to cross the line.Xavier PereyronStrade Bianche is always a brutal day out.Xavier PereyronBrandon Rivera was one of the many riders sporting mud patches and dust after the finish.Xavier PereyronFirst victory in bleached hair for the World Champion.Xavier PereyronGOAT recognises GOAT.Xavier PereyronThe trophy is unnecessarily large. Where do you even keep one of those?The post The best photos from mens Strade Bianche 2026 appeared first on Cyclist.

Can cycling and theater come together for one great experience? Glory Ride and Delaware Theater Company thing so.Glory Ride is the story of Tour de France champion Gino Bartali. Bartali was a legendary Italian cyclist who opposed the fascist regime of Mussolini. In a time when few spoke out against the dictator for fear of their lives, Bartali was openly critical.Photos by Matt UrbanLike most men his age during World War 2, Bartali received the call to serve in the Italian military. Since he was already a famous cyclist hed already won the Tour by then Bartali served as a courier on, you guessed it, his bike.But it wasnt just military documents he delivered. With forged documents smuggled into the frame of his bike, Bartali helped save thousands of innocent lives.Now, the musical Glory Ride tells Bartalis story. A father-daughter duo, Victoria and Todd Buchholz, wrote Glory Ride, and Michael Bello is the Director. It hit the stage on February 25 and will run for only a few more weeks.RehearsalThe remaining shows are:Wednesday, March 11 at 7:00 PMThursday, March 12 at 7:00 PMFriday, March 13 at 7:00 PMSaturday, March 14 at 2:00 PMSaturday, March 14 at 7:30 PMSunday, March 15 at 2:00 PMDelaware Theater Company holds the performances in Wilmington, Delaware. For tickets and more information, visit delawaretheater.org.The post Cycling the Musical? Glory Ride Combines Theater & Cycling To Tell Gino Bartalis Story appeared first on Bikerumor.

Jetboil's new TrailCook stoves offer better simmer control, improved ignition, and a more packable design. Learn more about the TrailCook 1.2L and TrailCook 2.0L here...The post Jetboils New TrailCook Stoves Look Great for Bikepackers appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Max Kanter powered to victory in the bunch sprint on Stage 2 of Paris-Nice 2026, taking the win in Montargis after the peloton caught late attacker Daan Hoole inside the final kilometre. The XDS Astana Team rider emerged fastest from the chaotic sprint finish, beating Laurence Pithie on the line aft...

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The 28-year-old led in the bunch from the front after imperious spring

The term downcountry may be falling out of fashion, but the style of bikes and riding it describes certainly isnt. In fact, in the past few months, it seems like the light trail, downcountry, aggressive XC genre (whatever you want to call it) of mountain biking is as strong as ever. With recently launched bikes like the Ibis Ripley SL and the Allied FITZ, which are specifically targeting lighter weightandtrail bike capability, there seems to be a resurgence of interest in the lightweight trail bike category.The folks at Race Face seem to recognize this, and actually seem pretty committed to the concept of downcountry. According to Race Face, Mountain bike community members may argue whether Downcountry is real, relevant, dead, or simply just modern XC. But riders keep choosing bikes and components that help them climb like XC and descend with real Trail confidence. Category blur is a thing.This is why, alongside the ERA SL wheels that came out last year, Race Face is launching its new ERA SL cranks, a lightweight set of carbon cranks for XC racing, trail riding, and everything in between. Race Face claims the ERA SL cranks are the lightest XC crank you can buy, with the strength to hold up to your daily abuse. Lets check them out.The New Race Face Era SL cranks in the wild. (photo/Race Face)Race Face Era SL Crankset DetailsThe Era SL cranks look very similar to Race Faces standard Era cranks, although theyve been put on a diet to reduce weight significantly. They are made of carbon fiber, of course, with a layup that reduces bulk in every possible area with no compromise to long-term durability. Race Face shaved additional grams by bonding/integrating the 30mm-diameter 7000-series aluminum alloy spindle to the non-drive-side crankarm.The bonded spindle supposedly helps to save some weight, while the stainless steel wear plate protects against scuffing. (photo/Jeremy Benson)Like the standard Era cranks, the SL features an integrated, but smaller, stainless steel wear plate to prevent scuffing from repeated shoe contact. The Q-factor is stated at 170mm (including pedal washers), with options for 52mm and 55mm chainlines, using DM and DMW chainrings, respectively. They use Race Faces Cinch direct-mount chainring interface. They come with crank boots, pedal washers, and spindle washers chainrings and bottom brackets are sold separately.Four length options, including 160mm. (photo/Race Face)The new Era SL cranks start as short as 160mm, with 165, 170, and 175mm options available to suit varying needs and preferences. The crank arms are black/carbon-colored with a silver stainless steel wear plate and small ERA SL logos. Those logos are available in three color options: Black, Kashmoney, and Stealth. Race Face means business, and the Era SL cranks are backed by the brands impressive Lifetime Warranty, which includes damage from crashes.How Light are They?(photo/Race Face)Race Face claims a set of 170mm Era SL cranks with a 32T chainring weighs just 422 grams. Perhaps there are some lighter boutique options out there, but the ERA SL is very lightweight.For comparison, the latest XTR cranks in the same configuration weigh a combined 597 grams, a difference of a whopping 175 grams (6.17 oz.). SRAMs XX SL cranks (175mm w/ 34T ring) are 53 grams (1.87 oz.) heavier with a claimed weight of 475 grams. Compared to Race Faces standard, and already pretty lightweight, Era cranks at 499 grams, the Era SL saves you 77 grams (2.72 oz).These cranks strike me as a sensible upgrade for riders looking to shave some weight off of stock Shimano XT or XTR Di2 builds. That 175-gram difference is quite significant, and with Race Faces lifetime warranty, its not really a roll of the dice, either.Key SpecsAvailable Lengths: 160, 165, 170, and 175mmQ-Factor: 170mm (including pedal washers)Available Chainlines: 52mm (DM ring), or 55mm (DMW ring)Spindle Diameter: 30mmWeight: 422 grams (170mm cranks, 32T SHI-12 DMW ring, hardware)If youre looking to lighten up your XC or light trail bike, the ERA SL cranks could be a good way to do it. (photo/Race Face)Race Face Era SL Crankset: Pricing and AvailabilityRace Faces new lightweight ERA SL cranks are available now with a retail price of $577 USD ($650 CAD, 469 GBP). Head to the Race Face website to learn more, purchase them directly from the brand, or find a dealer near you.raceface.comThe post Race Face Leans into Downcountry with New Lightweight Era SL Cranks appeared first on Bikerumor.

Belgian photographer Antoine Willemart and a few friends recently took on the 200-mile Ardche-Cvennes Divide bikepacking route in France, during which he shot a 20-minute video documenting the experience. Find the video, a lively gallery of images, and a written perspective from Antoine here...The post A Week on the Ardeche-Cevennes Divide (Video) appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.