The starting point of the Raki Roads bikepacking route is Berat, often referred to as the “City of a Thousand Windows” and renowned for its well-preserved Ottoman architecture. Starting there doesn’t allow for an extensive warm-up since there’s a steep climb and some hike-a-bike at the beginning, but after about half a mile, the enjoyment […] The post Raki Roads appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Mathieu van der Poel will take to the startline this Sunday at the Tour of Flanders overwhelming favourite for victory after a mid-week sees Wout van Aert absent and Mads Pedersen not at 100%."The Tour of Flanders suits me. It's a race with a lot of intervals and climbs in quick succession," preview...

This morning's edition of Weekend Snapshot unites riders savoring sunny days in three countries. Find vibrant scenes from Mexico, Germany, and the United States and use the short form to contribute to our crowdsourced series by sharing a photo from one of your recent rides here... The post Weekend Snapshot appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Officer bike belonged to was attending West Yorkshire Police training seminar in Leeds city centre when Christopher Hall stole it

In a change to his initially planned race programme for 2024, Tim Merlier will be present for Soudal - Quick-Step at the start of the Tour of Flanders this Sunday, although without hopes for victory himself.Rather than starting as team leader like he is more usually accustomed to, Merlier is well aw...

UK-based Wizard Works just announced their first limited edition collection of the year, and it goes live this week. Find photos and launch details for the new Wizard Works Kengo Camo Mini Collection here... The post Wizard Works Kengo Camo Mini Collection Drops This Week appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Can anyone stop Mathieu van der Poel this Sunday at the Tour of Flanders? As Tadej Pogacar has his focus elsewhere, Wout van Aert is badly injured and Mads Pedersen is far from 100%, Michel Wuyts fears it could be a rather boring edition of the race."The Tour of Flanders is in danger of becoming rat...

Police cordoned off street outside royal residence as firefighters dealt with incident this afternoon

Marianne Vos has been rolling back the years at the start of 2024, taking it to the all-conquering Team SD Worx - Protime and actually taking victory at Omloop Het Nieuwsblad and Dwars Door Vlaanderen. "I'm feeling good. I gained confidence from my performance on Wednesday,” said the 36-year-old leg...

Very warm, but watch the sizing, and don't expect the water repellency to last 6/10