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Giro d’Italia Stage 2 chaos prompts riders to question race direction
After a mass crash on Stage 2 in Bulgaria, riders urged neutralising general-classification times rather than canceling the stage; Jasper Stuyven criticized race direction for unsafe handling, recalling the director's moment of shouting “race” from a car before retreating, as the stage resumed and Guillermo Thomas Silva won from the chasing group.
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Cobblestone Redemption: Van Aert Triumphs at Roubaix
After years of near-misses and misfortune, Wout van Aert finally defeats Pogacar in a battle on the cobbles and in the velodrome to win Paris-Roubaix, a victory framed as redemption born from perseverance through crashes, mechanicals, and ruthless competition. The race featured UAE’s control, Arenberg’s brutal cobbles, and a tense chase as van der Poel faltered, culminating in van Aert’s masterful sprint to seal the Monument win and cap a career-long arc of resilience.
Pogačar's cobbled bid falls short as Van Aert edges him out at Paris-Roubaix
World champion Tadej Pogačar led Wout van Aert on the Paris-Roubaix cobbles but suffered three punctures and multiple bike changes, leaving him unable to drop his rival and finishing runner-up as Van Aert edged him in the final sprint on the Roubaix velodrome.
Van Aert clinches cobbled crown in chaotic Paris-Roubaix 2026 finale
Wout van Aert edged Tadej Pogačar in the chaotic Paris-Roubaix 2026 finale, taking his first cobbled Monument title after punctures and bike changes disrupted the lead duo; Jasper Stuyven finished third as the race delivered Crashes, mechanicals and high-speed cobbles, with Van Aert dedicating the win to his late teammate Michael Goolaerts.
Pogačar unveils a bare-carbon cobble machine for Paris-Roubaix
Tadej Pogačar has overhauled his Paris-Roubaix cobble bike into a near-no-paint, weight-lean machine: wider tires around 35mm, a spare bike with 32mm rear, a legal 65mm rear rim on ENVE SES 6.7 wheels, a matte raw-carbon frame with minimal grafics, bayonet fork, a single front chainring, lightweight parts including aftermarket thru-axles, a 3D-printed saddle, foam under the brake levers, and a hinge-equipped Colnago computer mount. The goal is to shave weight and boost performance on the cobbles with a tech-forward setup, illustrating a meticulous, race-ready approach to the Monument.
Milan-San Remo 2026: Where to Watch Live Across the World
Milan-San Remo 2026 is covered worldwide with region-specific rights: UK TNT Sports/Discovery+; US HBO Max/Max via Amazon Prime; Canada FloBikes; Australia SBS (free) and Italy’s RAI (free). The men’s race runs March 21 from 10:00 to 16:55 local time (Pavia to San Remo) and the women’s 10:40–14:29. Free options include SBS (Australia) and RAI (Italy); VPNs are suggested to watch your usual service from abroad.
Pogačar's dominance and Siena's gravel magic defined Strade Bianche 2026
Stephen Farrand reflects on Strade Bianche 2026: Tadej Pogačar extended his remarkable win streak with a dominant performance, Elise Chabbey won the women’s race in Siena, and rising star Paul Seixas signaled France’s next big hope; the piece also critiques the route’s double Colle Pinzuto–Le Tolfe loop for making the race overly selective and calls for a more balanced, 'al dente' course to preserve Strade Bianche's character, all set against the Piazza del Campo finish and the gravel-filled spectacle that defines the race.
Omloop Het Nieuwsblad 2026: Global streaming guide
Omloop Het Nieuwsblad 2026 opens the Flemish Classics with a 207.6km men’s race and 137.6km women’s race from Ghent to Ninove. UK viewers can watch on TNT Sports/Discovery+, US/Canada on FloBikes, with Sporza (Belgium) and NOS (Netherlands) offering free streams; abroad, a VPN can unlock access. Notable storylines: Mathieu van der Poel makes his Omloop debut while Wout van Aert is out ill; women feature Kopecky, Wiebes, Vollering and Balsamo. The route includes cobbled climbs like the Muur van Geraardsbergen and Bosberg; men start around 12:00 GMT and the women around 15:15 GMT.
Pinkbike Poll: Your Tire Inflation Methods
The article discusses various methods and tools for inflating bicycle tires, focusing on high-flow valves like Reserve Fillmore and their advantages over traditional Presta valves, including ease of seating tires and compatibility with sealants. It also explores different inflation techniques, from manual pumps to CO2 canisters, and touches on reasons why some cyclists stick with standard valves, such as cost or sensor compatibility.
Suspension Product of the Year Nominees Announced
The article highlights nominees for the 2025 Pinkbike Awards' Suspension Product of the Year, featuring innovative products like Öhlins' RXF36 fork, Fox 36 fork, EXT's Arma V4 shock, Fox Podium fork, and DT Swiss' suspension hub, each praised for their performance, durability, and technological advancements.
Product of the Year Nominees Revealed
The 2025 Pinkbike Awards highlight top value cycling products, including the Specialized Butcher tire, SR Suntour Durolux 38 EVO fork, SRAM Maven Base brakes, Calibre Bossnut trail bike, and Canyon Deflectr helmet, all offering excellent performance at reasonable prices, with the helmet notably leading in safety testing.