Global Cycling Network

From 16-year-old Ezra Bateman nearly taking the UK Hill Climb Championship outright to teenagers dominating WorldTour monuments and Grand Tours, junior riders are posting staggering power-to-weight numbers earlier than ever. In this week’s GCN Show, we examine how early access to data, modern fuelling strategies, and shifts in race tactics have transformed the sport. Plus, we cover the latest buzz, including Cannondale's HQ move, a 95-year-old world hour record breaker, viral Lime bike jousting, and the 2027 Tour de France route announcements!

The 2027 Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes routes have officially landed, sparking fierce debate over claims that the men’s course is "too easy" and designed specifically against Tadej Pogačar. We break down the mountain stages and TT kilometres to see whether the critics have a point, and we also take a critical look at the women's race's lack of high-altitude passes. Plus, we dive into a packed weekend of cyclo-cross action, the latest transfer market moves, and drama at the UK National Hill Climb Championships.

In this week's GCN Show, we look at how Paris transformed from a car-choked nightmare into one of the world's top cycling cities, and whether it can overtake Copenhagen. We also dive into new training research comparing pro cycling to other endurance sports, question whether more carbs are always better, and explore the latest 30.5-inch wheel size trend. Plus, all the latest pro racing updates from track world records to team shifts!

In this week's GCN Racing News Show, Team Picnic PostNL faces serious culture concerns following a major investigation. Plus, big-name rider transfers are officially confirmed for Filippo Ganna and Richard Carapaz, and Jonathan Milan breaks a world record at the Track World Championships. We also wrap up the end of the road racing season with victories across the globe.

In this week's GCN Show, Dan and Si report from Australia following the UCI Gravel World Championships to tackle a big debate in modern cycling: is there actually such a thing as a gravel specialist, or are road and multi-discipline pros taking over? Plus, we look at the latest tech reveals—including prototype bikes and aero cross-country mountain bikes—and cover the latest news and rider protests in professional cycling. Don't forget to check out this week's featured pain cave and share your thoughts in the comments below!
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