Those who have ridden it will know: the classic Peru Great Divide leaves Huaraz and the white-capped peaks of the Cordillera Blanca to head due south, dropping to a dry, []The post Conexion Oyon, Peru appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

The Tour Auvergne Rhne-Alpes starts on Sunday, June 7th, with Isaac del Toro, Paul Seixas, and Juan Ayuso among the leading contenders for the overall of the newly renamed French stage race, which succeeds the Critrium du Dauphin. On terrain that will serve as a prelude to the Tour de France, t...

Tadej Pogacars dominance has become so complete that even the question of whether cycling is becoming predictable now follows him towards the Tour de France. The Slovenian has won the last two editions of the race with authority, added another extraordinary spring campaign in 2026, and will again l...

It is simply bizarre that we are being brushed off like this, SD Worx-Protime manager Erwin Janssen says

The 20-gram bike-weight ruling that ended Lorena Wiebes Giro dItalia Women is now becoming a legal fight over the UCIs own process, with SD Worx-Protime hiring a lawyer, calculating financial damage and openly preparing for the possibility of a CAS case. Wiebes crossed the line first on Stage 1 i...

After early-season teases at Traka and the Dales Divide, Restrap makes two new gravel & ultra-distance racing essentials official a tiny aerodynamic bikepacking bag and a hydration vest. The small Aero Race Top Tube Bag that tucks a few snacks in behind your stem. Plus, a new minimalist Lightweight Race Hydration Vest for those who need to carry extra fluids, but are looking for better breathability and to carry less gear. Its surprisingly about 2/3 lighter than their biggest hydration vest!Restrap Race adds Aero Top Tube Bag & Light Hydration Vest(All photos/Restrap)Restrap continues to refine their 100% UK-handmade bikepacking offerings, this time focusing on the lighter, faster side of things. They say these two new additions represent the increasing popularity in one-day endurance racing and the need to carry nutrition and water over longer distances, while still requiring a light, aerodynamic and ergonomic set up. More gear to go further, but without slowing you down. Lets call it fast-packing.Aero Race Top Tube BagThis one is simply a light and small zippered toptube bag, designed to tuck in out of the wind behind your stem. With just 0.6L of internal storage, this will be reserved for gels & bars mostly. Its just 8cm tall at the stem & 4cm tall at 22cm further at the back x 4.5cm wide, so all but the smallest phones will be too big to fit. You could probably fit a smaller powerbank or headlight battery in there to extend your long-distance ride further, though.One interesting thing about Restraps new Aero Race Top Tube Bag is that it is compatible with bolt-on and strap-based installation. The bag comes with two of Restraps simple, low-profile Fast Straps. And it also has two pairs of grommeted mounting holes under a padded foam insert, to get the bag exactly where you need it for those aerodynamic gains.The 110g bag (including straps) made from recycled ripstop features a newly-redesigned plastic internal stiffener so it doesnt need to attach to your stem, a waterproof YKK zipper, and a small external stretch mesh pocket to store quick-access flat/repair tools. It sells for $92 / 60 / 75 in just one size and shiny all-black color with reflective details. Lightweight Race Hydration VestThe new Restrap Lightweight Race Hydration Vest takes packing light to go fast even further.As a follow-up to their popular Race Hydration Vest at 380g with 7.5L of storage and its giant follow-up Rolltop Hydration Vest, which weighs 600g and carries up to 14L of gear inside, this new Lightweight iteration is said to weigh just 215g with a 4L total capacity (claimed L/XL weights, without a bladder).But even though it is lots lighter and much more breathable than either of its predecessors, the new Lightweight vest still comes with the same 2L hydration bladder inside. And it still has plenty of room for snacks and space to stash an extra layer.Whats new is an all-new minimalist air mesh construction and a lighter retention design that relies on a zig-zag of bungees with quick-release hooks. There are still 4 stretch pockets up front for fast access to a phone and snacks, plus stretchy underarm pockets on either side, and a big stretch rear pocket secured with a strap & buckle. It also features left or right hose routing, a magnetic clip for the hydration hose, and reflective detailing. The overarching idea was to use stretchy mesh construction to make it stable whether empty or full, suitable for small or large loads, and quick to refill at a feed station. The new Restrap Lightweight Race Hydration Vest sells for $237 / 150 / 180 and comes in two sizes S/M for chests 80-100cm (t-shirt size XS-M) and L/XL for 100-120cm chests (M-XXL tee size).Both the new Aero Race Top Tube Bag and Lightweight Race Hydration Vest are available now> Get them directly from Restrap or through your local dealer bikeshop.Restrap.comThe post Restrap Preps For Racing with Aero Race Top Tube Bag & Lightweight Race Hydration Vest appeared first on Bikerumor.

An investigation from the Trans Balkan Race organisers unveiled the alleged cheating

Tom Pidcock is heading towards the Tour de France with no interest in pretending the race hierarchy has suddenly been turned upside down. Tadej Pogacar, Jonas Vingegaard and Paul Seixas remain the names around which July is expected to revolve, but Pidcock is not shutting himself out of the conversa...

Councillor highlights the enormous potential that greenway infrastructure can bring to rural towns and villages.Waterford Greenways success shows how investment in walking and cycling tourism can transform local economies, support small businesses, create employment, and attract visitors from across Ireland and overseas, a Sligo-based councillor has said.She posted about the issue on social media after a recent visit to the Deise Greenway, where he met with representatives of the Waterford Greenway Group in Dungarvan. In a video, she said she was visiting The Greenway Man in Dungarvan, who had 120 bicycles ready for use for children on a school trip. Cllr Marie Casserly (independent) said: The Waterford Greenway is a clear example of what can be achieved when communities, local authorities and Government work together with a long-term vision. Greenways are relatively low-cost infrastructure projects when compared to many other transport investments, yet they deliver significant economic, social and environmental returns almost immediately. They support local businesses, create jobs and bring investment into rural areas.Sligo is ideally positioned to benefit from similar development, given its spectacular scenery and the strategic advantage of having Ireland West Airport on its doorstep, she said.Cllr Casserly said: We have some of the most beautiful landscapes in Ireland, stretching from our coastline to our mountains and villages. More and more European visitors are choosing Ireland for its temperate summers, outdoor experiences and ease of travel. Sligo is perfectly placed to benefit from that growing market.She called for renewed political leadership to ensure it progresses on the Sligo Greenway plan. This comes after Sligo County Council last year paused work on the planned Sligo Greenway, claiming that it cannot provide a greenway alongside the disused railway trackbed between Bellaghy/Charlestown on the Mayo/Sligo border and Collooney, where the line meets the Sligo mainline.The move to effectively shelve the greenway project follows Irish Rails withdrawal of permission to the council to use the disused trackbed for the greenway, the planning of which is already estimated at 1.6 million in pre-planning costs.This project has always enjoyed Government support, but it now needs a renewed push. Support and engagement from the Taoiseach, the Tnaiste and the Minister for Transport will be essential to move it to the next stage. The opportunity is there, but we need leadership and commitment to make it happen, said Cllr Casserly.Cllr Casserly said: Greenway infrastructure would not only boost tourism but also support regional development, local enterprise and long-term employment across the North West. Greenways also help us meet our climate action targets by encouraging more walking and cycling while reducing reliance on car journeys. Just as importantly, they provide safe, accessible routes for local people of all ages to exercise, enjoy the outdoors and improve their physical and mental wellbeing.The success story in Waterford should be a blueprint for Sligo. We have the natural assets, we have the airport connectivity and we have communities ready to benefit. What we need now is to get this project moving again, she said.She added: Investment in greenways is an investment in the future of rural Ireland. This is about creating jobs, attracting investment, supporting local businesses, improving public health and giving visitors another reason to stay longer and spend more in our region. Waterford has shown what is possible. There is no reason Sligo cannot achieve the same success.