Global Cycling Network

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!#AD 🤝 @Favero_cycling 💥 Win 👉 https://gcn.eu/FaveroCompetition

Is Zone 2 training really the magic bullet for fitness, or have new scientific studies cast doubt on its actual benefits? In this week's GCN Show, Dan and Si dive deep into the latest research surrounding endurance training, mitochondrial health, and exercise intensity. Plus, we cover big cycling news, including proposed UCI Grand Tour changes, new kit reveals, and ultra-cycling record attempts!#AD 🤝 @Favero_cycling 💥 Win 👉 gcn.eu/FaveroCompetition

Spain is introducing major new road regulations designed to protect cyclists and encourage safer driving, prompting us to ask: could Spain become the absolute best place in the world to ride a bike? We also dive into all the highlights from the UCI Road World Championships in Montreal, including Brandon McNulty and Demi Vollering’s huge victories. Plus, we cover breaking news on the UCI reviewing its frame design rules, a brand-new 14-speed wireless groupset, and this week's best Hacks & Bodges!💥 WIN 👉 https://gcn.eu/GCNSelleSanMarco#AD 🤝 @‌sellesanmarco1935

Is the cycling world about to be turned upside down by 32-inch wheels? Join Dan and Si on this week's GCN Show as they dive into the emergence of 32ers in gravel and mountain biking, Mathieu van der Poel’s unbelievable 175km solo victory, and the latest UCI nutrition guidelines. Plus, we look at new Shimano pedals, gravel multi-stage racing in Scotland, and showcase a legendary custom chain whip!💥 WIN 👉 https://gcn.eu/GCNSelleSanMarco

Can riding in a group actually improve your performance and raise your pain threshold? This week on the GCN Show, we dive into the science behind "social energetics" and how group rides let you push harder without it feeling harder. Plus, we cover the latest Vuelta race updates, Zwift news, and e-bike regulation changes!💥 WIN 👉 https://gcn.eu/Elitewheelscompetition

This week on the GCN Show, we discuss the controversial new e-bike laws in New Jersey and why the global crackdown on illegal e-bikes is creating a massive headache for the cycling industry. We also dive into a bizarre new "aero gain" involving padded bras that has the UCI in a spin, and catch up with Tadej Pogačar as he confirms his Vuelta participation—on a unicycle! Plus, we have the latest tech news from Shimano and Factor, and a huge giveaway from CeramicSpeed.

As the fastest Tour de France in history comes to a close, we ask the big question: has the race lost its status as the ultimate test of human endurance compared to the Transcontinental? We also dive into some of the strangest news of the week, from a Turkish governor losing his job over cycling kit to the heartbreaking story of a legal e-bike being destroyed by police. Plus, we look at new gravel shoes from Shimano, FiveDev's bike-merging tech, and another round of your wildest Hacks & Bodges.