April 2026
BIKE Magazine news and stories
RODA brought lift-assisted Dolomites riding to a wider audience FunActive Tours unveiled RODA as a new way to explore the…
Emilia-Romagna Bike Trail 2026 set out to link Bologna and Riccione in a four-route bikepacking adventure
Emilia-Romagna Bike Trail 2026 set out to link Bologna and Riccione in a four-route bikepacking adventure From the porticoes of…
Amy and Kyle Hudson targeted round the world cycling 2026 record with Santini backing
Amy and Kyle Hudson targeted round the world cycling record with Santini backing British pair Amy and Kyle Hudson set…
Amazing Lombardy Gran Trail 2026 brought bikepacking into the heart of northern Italy
Lombardy Gran Trail brought bikepacking into the heart of northern Italy EPICDAYS.CC had unveiled the Lombardy Gran Trail as a…
Fantic Bikes 2026 launches new website with Click & Collect push
Fantic Bikes launches new website with Click & Collect push Fantic Bikes has launched a new website as part of…
Selle Italia gives the SLR a fresh look with new Opal White capsule collection
Selle Italia gives the SLR a fresh look with new Opal White capsule collection Selle Italia has unveiled a new…
Patching the Puncture: New book 2026 charts Peter Berry’s cycling journey and life with Alzheimer’s
Patching the Puncture New book charts Peter Berry’s cycling journey and life with Alzheimer’s Patching the Puncture A new book…
Elba 2026 set for a blockbuster at the Capoliveri Legend Cup
Capoliveri Legend Cup The 2026 HERO UCI Cross-country Marathon World Cup heads to the island of Elba on 9 May,…
New explorr Festival 2026 to launch in Royal Deeside with one-day gravel stage race
New explorr Festival to launch in Royal Deeside with one-day gravel stage race A new gravel-focused endurance festival is set…
Why Marche could be Italy’s next great cycling destination in 2026
Why Marche could be Italy’s next great cycling destination As Tirreno-Adriatico rolls through the region, Marche is using one of…
Santini unveils Paris-Roubaix Hauts-de-France 2026 collection inspired by the Hell of the North
Santini unveils Paris-Roubaix Hauts-de-France 2026 collection inspired by the Hell of the North Santini Cycling has launched its new Paris-Roubaix…
La Stelvio Santini 2026 launches official Bormio package with race entry
The Italian sportive Bormio returns on 6-7 June with a new gravel day Three classic road routes and an official…
Northwave launches Extreme X, its new top-end off-road race shoe
Northwave launches Extreme X, its new top-end off-road race shoe Northwave has unveiled the Extreme X, a new flagship off-road…
Insights team gears up for 800-mile Doddie’s Triple Crown challenge
A group of 13 cyclists from Dundee-based global people development company Insights are preparing to tackle one of the toughest…
GRVL launches NYCHTHEMERON, a 12 and 24-hour gravel challenge built around self-supported endurance
GRVL has unveiled NYCHTHEMERON, a new self-guided gravel challenge that asks riders to take on 12 or 24 hours of…
NOBL launches Ethos wheel range with bold claim to the ultimate ride for every discipline
NOBL launches Ethos wheel range with bold claim to the ultimate ride for every discipline Canadian carbon wheel specialist NOBL…
Markus Stitz’s new Fife bikepacking route celebrates rough-stuff heritage with a 243km adventure
Fife bikepacking A new film and long-distance route from Markus Stitz shines a light on Fife’s off-road riding history, drawing…
L’Étape Italy 2026 off to a flying start as Piemonte and Mondovì draw more than 1,600 entries
L’Étape Italy 2026 off to a flying start as Piemonte and Mondovì draw more than 1,600 entries The official Tour…
BIKE Magazine April 2026 + Photo Contest
April Racing, Cape Epic Drama and New Ways to Ride: Inside the New Issue of BIKE Magazine BIKE Magazine April…
Alta Badia: Where Cycling Reaches New Heights
From the Maratona dles Dolomites to the Sellaronda, Alta Badia delivers bucket-list riding in the heart of the Dolomites. Epic…
Touring
RODA Transforms the Dolomites Into a Year‑Round Cycling Paradise
Year‑Round Cycling Paradise FunActive Tours partners with Dolomiti Supersummer to launch a groundbreaking MTB experience across the iconic Alpine valleys. The Dolomites—long celebrated as one of the world’s premier ski destinations—are now emerging as a year‑round mecca for mountain biking, thanks to RODA, an innovative new project by FunActive Tours…
Cycling in Orlando, Florida: Exploring the Best Bike-Friendly City
Cycling in Orlando, Florida: Exploring the Bike-Friendly City Orlando, Florida, known for its world-renowned theme parks and tourist attractions, may not be the first place that comes to mind when thinking about cycling destinations. However, beneath the surface of the bustling city lies a vibrant cycling culture and a plethora…
Cycling at the top of the Algarve, Monchique, Portugal
Serra de Monchique has one of the most fascinating climbs in the Algarve, Fóia, the highest peak in the region, as well as several mountain biking and downhill trails, some of which are more difficult, due to their steep slopes, but all of which are uniquely beautiful. Located in the…
World Tour: La Hachadura to El Amatillo (El Salvador)
17th August 2021 – 26th August 2021 368 kilometres, 2344 meters cumulated ascent elevation, 2584 meters cumulated descent elevation Pantxika and Fred Pantxika Goyhetche and Fred Lolliot are a French couple undertaking their next big adventure – a cycling tour of Mexico. facebook.com/kalimutxoworldtour instagram.com/kalimutxoworldtour https://gofund.me/798eb557 We arrived at 12.30 pm at…
Products
Santini and Polartec Unveil FW25/26 Cycling Collection: Innovation Meets Performance for Winter Riding
As winter approaches, Santini Cycling and Polartec® have once again joined forces to deliver a cutting-edge collection of cycling apparel designed to meet the demands of the most dedicated riders.…
Products
Pashley Unveils Britannia E and Briton E: A New Era for British Electric Classic Bikes
Stratford-upon-Avon’s iconic bicycle maker, Pashley, has officially launched two new electric bikes, Britannia E and Briton E, marking a bold evolution in its Classic Collection. The announcement, made on 24th…
Products
Santini Unveils UNICO Autumn/Winter 2025 Cycling Collection: Performance Meets Italian Elegance
Santini Cycling has launched its new UNICO Autumn/Winter 2025 collection, a premium line of technical cycling apparel designed to deliver high performance, comfort, and protection — all wrapped in the…
Products
Health and fitness
Breathe Easy, Ride Harder: POWERbreathe
BREATHE EASY, RIDE HARDER: REVIEW OF POWERbreathe As any serious cyclist knows, your legs may do the peddling, but it’s your lungs that often set your limits. You can have the lightest bike, the perfect gearing, and a nutrition plan dialled in to the gram, but if you’re gasping on…
Cycling for Women: Benefits for PCOS and How to Maximise Them
Cycling for Women: Benefits for PCOS and How to Maximise Them Cycling for Women Though public awareness fluctuates, one fact remains true: over 1 in every 10 women in the UK have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). This is thought to be genetic in nature and causes hormonal imbalances that result in irregular…
Cyclists need more awareness about protective headgear
Cyclists can be unaware of the safety limitations of protective headgear, leading to riskier behaviour that could mean they ignore the seriousness of even ‘minor’ collisions. The marketing of cycling helmets also needs to clearly reflect how much protection they give, according to research led by the University of Northampton…
Back the Bike: Reasons Why Cycling is Great for the Body and Mind
Some of the Reasons Why Cycling Should be Your New Favourite Hobby Whether you’re new to the world of cycling, or are looking to rekindle your relationship with that bike gathering dust in your garage, this is your point of call. There are few things that boost your mood more…
Bikes and eBikes
Bike Review: Quella Varsity Imperial
Quella Varsity Imperial The Quella Varsity Imperial bicycle is a striking example of how simplicity and elegance can come together to create a highly functional and visually appealing urban ride. Designed with city commuters and casual cyclists in mind, this geared bike offers a smooth, stylish, and efficient way to…
BIKE Magazine February 2024
Welcome to BIKE Magazine February 2024 To read this issue online click here. To order BIKE Magazine to be delivered to your door click here. BIKE Magazine February 2024 February, with its crisp air and the lingering touch of winter, provides a delightful backdrop for electric cycling enthusiasts. As the…








































