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2 weeks ago | welovecycling.com | Monica Buck

In a chaotic finale more suited to the peloton’s fastest men, Pogačar defied convention — and his own plans. “I was not [expecting it],” he admitted after the finish. “I was all prepared to come back to the bus pretty fast after the finish, to take a shower in the bus, take a comfortable seat and enjoy the rest of the day. But I don’t mind being here as well.”The Slovenian followed a late-race move sparked by Vingegaard atop the Côte de Buffon.

3 weeks ago | welovecycling.com | Monica Buck

But fear not, itchy-eyed warriors of the saddle. We may be fighting a microscopic enemy with nothing but antihistamines and hope, but we can survive the season—and even look good doing it (sort of). 1. Gear up like you’re entering a biohazard zoneA good pair of wraparound sunglasses won’t just block UV rays—they’ll also deflect rogue pollen projectiles trying to hijack your tear ducts. Pair that with a buff or face mask and voilà: you’re not just a cyclist, you’re a pollen-fighting ninja.

1 month ago | welovecycling.com | Monica Buck

The Swiss powerhouse delivered a resounding statement in her first individual time trial in 20 months, clocking 12:51 on the sharp and technical 9.4km course from Villasana de Mena to Lezana de Mena — six seconds faster than Juliette Labous (FDJ-Suez) and eight ahead of Elisa Longo Borghini (UAE Team ADQ). “Today was a nice one because I felt good, and also, this time trial here is really nice. It’s sharp, 9km, and it was really interesting with the technical aspect.

1 month ago | welovecycling.com | Monica Buck

The pre-meeting rolloutMuch like a group ride, meetings never start on time. There’s always that one guy (Gary from Sales) who arrives late but immediately sprints to the head of the table as if taking the holeshot at Roubaix. Meanwhile, everyone else is still clipping in—translating to fumbling with USB-C adapters, muttering about “this bloody Teams link,” and pretending to care about the agenda. Drafting in the break roomOffice kitchens would become tactical zones.

1 month ago | welovecycling.com | Monica Buck

Welcome to The Art of the Bike Selfie, where vanity meets velocity, and your Lycra-clad glory is immortalised one awkward arm extension at a time. Whether you’re a weekend warrior, a coffee ride enthusiast, or that one guy who brings his aero helmet to brunch, this guide will help you capture your two-wheeled greatness with pride (and just a hint of delusion). 1. Know your angles (and ankles)Want to look fast even when you’re parked next to a bakery?