Setmana Valenciana and Vuelta a Murcia both affected, with stages cancelled, shortened and neutralised

Jonathan Milans 2026 UAE Tour was thrown into uncertainty on the opening day after a heavy late crash abruptly ended his chances of contesting the stage win and left Lidl-Trek anxiously assessing their lead sprinters condition. The Italian, who won on the same finishing straight last year, went do...

We can tailorstudy tours to your groups requirements. For an information pack, please contact: Cian Ginty atcian.ginty@gmail.comYour local authority, company or organisation now has the chance to gain immersive, expert insight into a cycling culture in which nearly everybody cycles to get from A to B.Dutch Cycling Study Tours offer real-world experience, expert knowledge, and shared experience that cannot be rivalled by training in Ireland. According to past attendees, study tours are one of the most cost-effective ways of supporting the rollout of active travel infrastructure.These tours are run by Dutch cycling consultant Andr Pettinga and the editor of this website, Cian Ginty, who have been working together since 2015 and have the most experience running cycling study tours for groups from Ireland.We say that our #IEinNL study tours are Dutch-Irish teamwork, with each of us translating both the Dutch and the Irish to the Dutch experts involved and the Irish attendees. It can be amazing what can get lost in translation, not just differences in culture, design, and frameworks on each side.We are aware of the urban and rural context in Ireland and the Netherlands and have adapted to translate the Dutch and Irish outlooks so as little as possible gets lost in translation.In the past, the participants have mainly included council officials, councillors, and consultants. Tours have also previously included parliamentarians and department officials.There are three main elements of study tours where attendees go abroad to learn from places with more advanced cycling cultures and infrastructure:Immersiveness of the on-the-ground experienceTheres nothing like a group cycling and focusing on cycling for 2-3 days: Seeing the infrastructure, using it, and seeing it being used by different people. On-the-ground explanations are far more beneficial than explaining something on paper or in a presentation.Local expertsBeing able to ask questions and get answers. Experts in cycling, such as officials or aldermen or consultants, give their experience of what works and what does not, how to get projects over the line, and how to make a city or town cycling-friendly.Shared experience and team buildingThe shared experience of spending time cycling with each other helps concrete the learned experiences and knowledge, allowing it to be more transferable when the group returns.Study tours include presentations as a minority element, but they cannot be fully replicated by a presentation, webinar or workshop at home. Seeing and experiencing is believing.For an information pack or to book, please contact:Cian Ginty atcian.ginty@gmail.comPlease note:At this time, we are only seeking interest from organisations looking to make group bookings. We do not have any mixed group study tours planned that are suitable for individuals at the moment.For more on study tours also see:With 360 million per year for walking and cycling infrastructure, study tours are invaluable.

The new Velo Orange Harborside Basket Bags are built in Baltimore using traditional materials and designed to fit the ubiquitous Wald 137 basket. Available in three colors, the first batch is already selling out fast. Find details here...The post The New Velo Orange Harborside Basket Bags are Made in Baltimore appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Stage 1 of the 2026 UAE Tour was meant to be procedural for the general classification contenders. Instead, it handed Remco Evenepoel an immediate deficit and reframed the opening days around damage control and response. The Belgian stayed deliberately out of the late chaos, prioritising safety on a...

New stuff coming out of the cycling wonderland of Bentonville, Arkansas! Friday, Viral Bikes launched a new bike thats the first of its kind for the brand. Introducing the Wander-ee, their first e-bike entry into the market. This titanium gravel bike combines the Mahle X20 Motor System with Pinion Smart.Shift technology.(Photos / Viral Bikes)Pinion Smart.Shift is an electronic shifting system that draws power from the e-bike battery and reduces additional wiring. The Smart.Shift integration enables automatic shifting features, too, like the pre-select and start-select modes.These two modes can automatically shift to your preferred gear when stopping. You cant use this system on Virals non-electric models due to the absence of speed sensors.Optional Battery ExtenderThe Wander-ee builds on the foundation of Virals Wanderer but adapts to gravel-specific requirements dictated by the Mahle systems hub specifications (142/12 rear, 100/12 front). We set out to make a very capable bike first, and an e-bike second, and the MGU is just too heavy and too robust a design for the Wander-ee. Its better suited to a full suspension platform or larger cargo bike, says Steve Domahidy, Virals founder and owner. We wanted the Wander-ee to be light, agile, and enjoyable to ride, and the Mahle X20 system delivers all of that in a very well-designed package. The hub motor is smaller than the Gates belt cog we put on the back, and we use a pretty small cog!Active & Passive Suspension The Wander-ees front suspension is provided by the Cane Creek Invert CS suspension fork, which comes standard. It provides a chatter eliminating 40mm of travel, and the frame geometry was specifically designed around this fork choice.The rear suspension is a little less noticeable and is a carryover from the Wanderer, and was developed by Domahidy. Its a simple system where the seat tube is not welded to the top tube, but rather suspended. It uses a titanium flex plate designed to allow for the seat tube to dampen vibrations coming up from the axles and through the frame.Another thing Viral adopted from the Wanderer is its focus on techy terrain. It offers substantial tire clearance as well. Up to 29 x 2.1 inches, to be exact. It also has a slack head tube angle, making it feel more stable at speed. This approach provides rider comfort enhancement without complex pivots or high-maintenance components.The Launch Edition Wander-ee is Special & ExpensiveRetail: $14,500 (Launch Edition)The Launch Edition Wander-ee includes several extras not found on the standard model: a range extension battery, Mahles Hub system, a wireless SRAM AXS dropper post that features a custom-made activation button from Zirbel that mounts under the TRP brake hood, and a complete set of Tailfin bags for cargo hauling. Pre-orders are available on Virals website with a 50% deposit required. Get all the details about the Wander-ee at the link below. Viral.BikeThe post Viral Bikes Launches Their First E-bike: The Wander-ee Drop Bar Gravel eBike with Pinion Smart.Shift appeared first on Bikerumor.

Stage 2 of the UAE Tour brings the races first decisive GC test, with a 12.2-kilometre individual time trial around Hudayriyat Island expected to establish the early hierarchy among the overall contenders. With the official start order now confirmed, the time trial is clearly split into two phases:...

For 20 years now, the crew behind the BC Bike Race has been bringing fun and challenging MTB events to British Columbia. This year, theyve announced the all-new BC Bike Fest, a three-day MTB festival taking place from May 29-31st. This event will debut in Cowichan Bay on Vancouver Island, B.C., starting on the final day of the BC Bike Race and running alongside the first of two Mega Volt eMTB events for 2026.The BC Bike Fest features concurrent standalone XC, adaptive XC, enduro, and downhill races, bringing several MTB disciplines together under one umbrella. The events central base camp offers entertainment, food, and refreshments, and plenty of opportunity to socialize with fellow riders. Registration for the BC Bike Fest opens on Monday, February 16th.BC Bike Fest:The BC Bike Fest basecamp will be set up at the Cowichan Exhibition Grounds, which is surrounded by three different trail networks. The Maple Mountain area will host the XC races, Mount Tzouhalems trails will challenge enduro racers, and Mount Prevost provides ideal terrain for the DH race with steep trails, drops, and gap jumps.Aside from the races, the BC Bike Fest offers fun side events, including a Rambo Bike Relay and a Bike Toss. Bike demos will also be available, there is a bike expo area to explore, and post-ride entertainment includes live musical performances. The BC Bike Fest will have food trucks on site and a beer garden. Other activities include a movie night on Saturday, a family ride and hot dog BBQ on Sunday, and even a vintage bike display.XC, Enduro and DH Races:The BCBR Rolling Thunder XC and Adaptive XC races will take place on Saturday, May 30th. Presented by Transition Bicycle Company, the Rolling Thunder race is a short-format, all-mountain XC race featuring fast, flowy, and technical trails. The BCBR Enduro includes a practice day on Saturday, and the race on Sunday, May 31st. This enduro race, presented by Orbea, showcases Mount Tzouhalems blend of technical terrain and flow trails.Finally, the BCBR DH runs all weekend with a trackwalk on Friday, May 29th, practice and seeding on Saturday, and finals on Sunday. Sponsored by Stereo Racing, this event is held on Mount Prevost, famously known as the training grounds of Canadian DH racing legend Stevie Smith.To register or learn more about the event, check out bcbikefest.com.BC Bike Race and The Mega Volt Events:All above images c. BC Bike RaceRegistration is also now open for both the BC Bike Race and Mega Volt eMTB events. The BC Bike Race will be held from May 23rd to 29th, finishing in the Cowichan Valley on the first day of the BC Bike Fest. This will be the last year the BC Bike Race follows its traditional seven-day stage racing format. The organizers plan to evolve the event starting next year, and details on that will be released in March.The BC Bike Race is an entirely separate event from the BC Bike Fest. To find out more or to register, go to bcbikerace.com. The event is already filling up, but limited spots are still available.The start of the eEnduro race at last years Mega Volt. Photo by Steve Fisher.The first Mega Volt eMTB event of 2026 runs concurrently with the BC Bike Fest, from May 29th 31st at the Cowichan Exhibition Grounds. For 2026, there will be two Mega Volt events the second will be held in Squamish, B.C., from Oct 2nd- 4th. Follow the link to read about my experience at last years Mega Volt in Naramata, B.C. The Mega Volt events are separate from the BC Bike Fest with their own registration, scheduling, and programming. Visit themegavolt.com for more info or to register.The post BC Bike Race Organizers Announce The BC Bike Fest Featuring XC, Enduro, and DH Races appeared first on Bikerumor.

Tim Wellens claimed victory at Clasica Jaen Paraiso Interior 2026 after a long-range solo move that proved just strong enough to withstand a reduced but belated chase on the final sterrato sectors around Ubeda. The race was ridden at relentless speed from the outset, with no stable breakaway allowed...

This edition of Weekend Snapshot offers a pedal-powered tour of England, British Columbia, and Spain's Canary Islands, showcasing how three readers from our global community spent their recent free time. See the latest scenes and share a shot from one of your rides here...The post Weekend Snapshot appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.