The first major mountain test of the Giro d'Italia delivered exactly what the race had been waiting for. After days of tension, positioning battles and cautious riding among the favourites, Jonas Vingegaard finally made his move on the slopes of Blockhaus, claiming both the stage victory and an earl...

Thats right, the REI Anniversary Sale is back from May 1525, with big savings on top outdoor gear, apparel, and adventure essentials. Whether youre updating your bike or gearing up for a summer bikepacking trip, this sale is the smart way to stock up on everything you need for your upcoming biking adventures.Because this massive sale includes thousands of items, heres a roundup of highlights, including some of our favorite gear and best deals to narrow the search. Or you can head to the REI Co-op website for the full list of discounts available during the sale.Shop the 2026 REI Co-op Anniversary SaleREI Co-op Member BenefitsFrom May 1525, REI Co-op members save 20% on one full-price item and an extra 20% on one REI Outlet item using coupon code ANNIV26 at checkout. Some exclusions apply.REI rewards its loyal customers with exclusive deals, early access to limited-edition items, and expert advice from its staff of passionate outdoor enthusiasts. Heres a look at the best perks that come with an REI Co-op membership:10% back annually on eligible purchases5% earned in card rewards on REI purchases with the REI Co-op MasterCard (see full terms and conditions)Free U.S. standard shipping with no minimum purchase requirementDiscounts on REI classes and events20% savings on bike and snow shop servicesUp to 33% savings on gear rentalsJoin REI Co-opREI Co-op DealsREI Co-op Link Large Handlebar Bag: $71REIs Link Large Handlebar Bag is a more than capable hauler. It has an 11.5 L volume that can fit big puffy items like a sleeping bag or smaller camping staples like fuel and a cook kit. The roll-top closure is water-resistant and compresses down to keep the contents snug. Two side pockets help organize items like a wallet or multitool.Shop NowTopeak Mini PT 30 Multi-Tool: $58One of our favorite bike multitools, the Topeak Mini PT 30 has 30 tools to tackle most repairs youd need on the road or trail. Its a compact toolset, weighing just 173 grams.The 30 tools: 2L/2.5/3/4/5/6/8 mm Allen wrenches, 10mm hex socket, T10/T15/T25 Torx wrenches, 14G/15G/Mavic M7/Shimano 4.5mm spoke wrenches, CrMo steel chain tool, chain hook, power link tool, super hard anodized tire lever, #2 Phillips/flathead screw drivers, serrated knife/saw, water bottle opener with spoke holder and engineering grade polymer disc spacer.Take 25% off all Topeak cycling tools, pumps, bags, and accessories.Shop NowRapha Core Lightweight Cycling Jersey Mens & Womens: $83Stay cool on your next ride with this warm-weather jersey. Rapha uses a mix of fabrics to create a breezy yet sun-protective garment. A mesh front panel and sleeves provide airflow while the slightly denser-knit back panel offers UPF 40 sun protection. It has a full-length zipper and three gusetted back pockets.Shop MensShop WomensThule Epos 2-Bike Hitch Rack: $1,040This is bike rack tops the charts for its storability, and its versatile enough to fit all types of bikes, including heavyweight e-bikes. It uses a telescopic bike attachment system with pivoting cradles for easy loading. The rack has a load capacity of 75 pounds per bike, wheelbases up to 53 inches, and tires as wide as 3.2 inches.On top of that, it folds down to a very compact size for storage.Save 20% on all Thule racks, roof boxes, and rack accessories during the sale.Shop NowWild Rye Freel Mountain Bike Shorts Womens: $119Whether youre racing the local crit or heading out for an enduro, the Wild Rye Freel mountain bike shorts are the right mix of stretch and durability. The shorts have a gusseted crotch and are made with a four-way stretch nylon that provides ample sun protection, sheds water, and resists scuffs and scrapes. There are two hand pockets and a thigh storage pocket sized to fit an iPhone Plus.Shop NowPNW Components Loam Dropper Post Gen 2 30.9mm & 31.6mm: $172Our budget pick for dropper posts, the PNW Loam Dropper Gen 2s value proposition is even better during the saleWe like the PNW Loam Dropper Gen 2 for its solid, consistent feel, and gladly recommend it to any riders looking to upgrade their post. Its already our favorite affordable dropper, and at 25% off, it is even more budget-friendly. Our reviewers praised its easy setup and the posts tool-free travel reduction. Shop 30.9mmShop 31.6mmTrek Verse Short Comp Saddle: $82One of the best value bike saddles is 25% off during this sale, making it an unbeatable deal. The Verse Comp saddle is a no-nonsense model with a modern shape and profile thats easy to get along with. The seat has a generous central cutout to avoid pressure (and help with airflow). Dimples on the rear section help riders stay planted in the right spot.As our review put it: The 140-gram difference between the Verse Comp and the $325 Trek RSL is approximately half a bottle of water and saves you $215. Oh, and the comfort of those two saddles is virtually identical.Shop NowGiro Aries Spherical: $262First, lets point out that the Giro Aries Spherical is among the top-performing helmets in Virginia Techs Helmet Testing. Thats striking when you see how low-profile and lightweight it is. Even with its MIPS Spherical dual-shell design, its impressively streamlined, and its ventilation is top-notch. In fact, our tester found the venting worked so well that they wondered if the helmet might be too cool for winter rides. Another nice feature is the brow pad, which diverts sweat from the forehead to prevent it from dripping into your sunglasses.We think its one of the best road bike helmets on the market.Shop NowSalsa Flyway C GRX 610 12 Bike: $3,149One of Salsas five new Flyway builds, the GRX 610 is a race-ready gravel bike youll want to ride all the time. The carbon frame has Salsas comfort-forward Class 5 VRS design and comes equipped with a Shimano GRX 610 1 x 12-speed drivetrain, Teravail Updraft 700c x 45 mm tires (frame fits tires up to 50mm and fork fits up to 57 mm), WTB Asym i25 wheels, and hydraulic disc brakes. It has a progressive gravel geometry with a long reach and short stem.Shop NowOneUp Components Composite Pedals: $37The simply named OneUp Composite Pedal is a great example of a well-executed and affordable product and a top choice for flat pedal riders on a budget. Budget constraints aside, these pedals are a great option for any rider, providing a balance of grip and mobility. The platform has 10 rear-loading pins on each side and comes in two sizes.These grippy platforms with rear-loading steel pins come in a fun variety of colors. OneUp Components uses a thin, top-notch design to provide good ground clearance and a convex profile under the arches of your feet for a predictable feel.Take 25% off all OneUp bike pedals, grips, and tools during the sale. That should include our favorite convex flat pedals, the OneUp Aluminum pedals.Shop NowSwift Industries Moxie Top Tube Bag: $49For everyday rides, this small top-tube bag will secure a phone, wallet, and keys, or keep your nutrition in reach during those long gravel grinds on your new Slasa Flyway. The Swift Industries Moxie is made from a mix of recycled polyester and ripstop nylon with minimal foam padding to protect your goodies. It also unzips easily with one hand. Strap to any frame, or bolt it onto bikes with mounts on the top tube; youve got options. The Moxie has a 0.6L capacity (8.5 x 4.25 x 2)Shop NowTrigger Point Performance Universal Massage Roller: $22For warm-up and recovery, this massage roller is specifically designed to help relieve joint and muscle tension all over. And the compact size makes it easy to take with you, even when traveling.Save 25% off all Trigger Point Performance accessories during the sale.Shop NowRevelate Designs Nano Panniers (Pair): $206The Revelate Designs Nano panniers are only 4 inches wide to keep your payload close, and they have an external compression system to keep your load compact. The panniers are made from 200-denier sailcloth and have foam framesheets for internal structure. If youve got overnight bikepacking or touring aspirations, Revelates bags are some of the best, and this is a deal you dont want to miss.Shop NowREI Co-op sponsored thispost.The post The 2026 REI Co-op Anniversary Sale Is Here appeared first on Bikerumor.

The 2026 Giro d'Italia will take place from the 8th to the 31st of May. It is the first Grand Tour of the season, and there are 21 stages that will take the riders through many of Italy's iconic cities, the mythical Alps, and many treacherous stages - each one can end the climber's chances of winnin...

Felix Gall has previously shown great climbing ability, and last year his consistency also led him to finish fifth at the Tour de France. For the first time since his breakthrough three years ago as a top climber, he was started the Giro d'Italia, and put in one of the best rides of his career to fi...

Off the top of your head, do you know your bikes headset, bottom bracket, and seatpost clamp specs? In an industry with so many standards, it can be hard to keep track, especially with confusing alphanumeric naming conventions and plenty of measurements that sound almost the same. Sure, all it takes is a little internet research to find your bike model and identify its key specs, but now, Wolf Tooth is aiming to make it even easier to identify compatible components with its new Bike Parts Finder. Whether youre riding a Santa Cruz Blur 4 (left) or a Chumba Sendero Ti (right), the Parts Finder can tell you what Wolf Tooth components are compatible.On the Parts Finder page on the Wolf Tooth website, you simply enter your bikes brand, model, and year using the drop-down menus. If your bike is in the already large and growing database of mountain, gravel, and road bikes, it will show you all of the compatible components. Its similar to searching for car tires online, but instead, it tells you your upper and lower headset type and diameters, bottom bracket type and width, and seatpost clamp diameter. If you know your crank spindle diameter, it narrows down the compatible bottom bracket options, too.Given that this is a helpful search tool on the Wolf Tooth website, it obviously only shows you compatible Wolf Tooth parts. Which is fine by us, given that the brand makes some of the highest quality parts and has one of the widest ranges of components in the industry. And now, its much easier to filter through all of the options to find exactly what you need for your bike when youre choosing parts for a custom build, making an upgrade, or adding some color.The Specialized drop-down menu is pretty darn long.There are already hundreds of models loaded in the Parts Finder database the Specialized drop-down probably has 200 on its own. While lots of people will be able to find their bike, the database is far from complete. If you cant find yours, Wolf Tooth has a request form where you can enter your bike brand, model, and year, and get it added for future reference. Regardless, the Wolf Tooth Parts Finder looks like a helpful new tool that can make it quicker and easier to find the parts you need for your bike(s). It adds to the brands other helpful online tools, including the Resolve Dropper Post Length Calculator and the Tire Pressure Calculator. Check it out at:wolftoothcomponents.comThe post Wolf Tooth Launches the Parts Finder to Easily Identify Compatible Components For Your Bike appeared first on Bikerumor.

The Giro dItalia has long built its reputation on attrition as much as spectacle. Across three weeks of racing between 8 May and 31 May, crashes, illness, exhaustion, and withdrawals can completely reshape the race, whether in chaotic bunch sprints, freezing mountain conditions or the brutal final...

The Giro dItalia is not only shaped by attacks in the mountains and sprint finishes on the road, but also by the decisions made behind the scenes by the race commissaires. Across three weeks of racing between 8 May and 31 May, fines, time penalties, relegations, and other sanctions can quickly infl...

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Giulio Pellizzari followed Jonas Vingegaard on stage 2 when the Dane launched his first attack at the 2026 Giro d'Italia. However, when he tried doing the same this Friday at the climb to Blockhaus, it cost him dearly. The Italian cracked and suffered his way to the finish line, but learnt his lesso...