Global Cycling Network

This week on the GCN Show, we’re coming to you from beautiful Western Australia to dive into the world of "bunch" riding and debate whether solo training or group rides are better for your fitness. We bring you the latest updates from the Giro d’Italia and the intense 7 Gravel race in Nanup, where the team faced some unexpected challenges. Plus, we explore new tech from Tailfin and Enve, share a science-backed tip for boosting stem cells, and check out your latest submissions for Hack or Bodge! Win a Cyclowax Performance Wax Kit and Limited Edition GCN Race Wax!👉 https://gcn.eu/GCNCyclowaxCompetitionChapters: ⏱️00:00 - Intro & Whale Watching in Australia00:52 - Group Riding vs Solo: Which Is Better?10:57 - Cycling Shorts: Giro d’Italia News12:41 - 7 Gravel Race Highlights & FKT Records15:01 - Science News: Intervals & Stem Cells15:33 - New Tech: Tailfin & Enve Wheels16:39 - Cyclowax Giveaway17:54 - Hack vs Bodge25:28 - Caption Competition26:57 - Your Comments of the Week

This week on the GCN Show, we dive into the surprisingly "easy" stages of the UAE Tour, where pro riders were recording average power outputs of less than 100 watts. We also examine a sobering new study on whether car drivers actually understand cyclist hand signals and check in on Conor Dunne’s progress (and eating habits) at the Atlas Mountain Race. Plus, we reveal the most successful race bike in history and take a look at your latest ingenious hacks and questionable bodges!Chapters: ⏱️00:00 - Welcome to the GCN Show!00:45 - Tadej Pogačar & Slim Shady01:15 - Lance Armstrong Movie News02:27 - Racing at 100 Watts: UAE Tour13:51 - Cycling Shorts - Atlas Mountain Race Update18:22 - Do Drivers Understand Cyclist Signals?25:12 - The Most Successful Race Bike Ever?29:49 - Hack or Bodge of the Week36:26 - Caption Competition39:27 Comment of the weekDISCLAIMER: Conor has unfortunately had to pull out of the Atlas Mountain Race, but hang tight for the video coming soon to see what went down!

This week on the GCN Show, we’re debating whether the cycling industry has officially lost its mind with the release of €950 3D-printed sunglasses and the growing trend of "premiumisation." We also dive into the controversial new legislation in New Jersey that could require e-bike riders to have licenses and insurance, plus a look at a revolutionary e-bike with a 1,000km range. Finally, we round up the racing action, from Mathieu van der Poel’s historic record-breaking weekend to a literal kangaroo causing chaos in the Tour Down Under peloton.

This week on the GCN Show, we dive into the shocking news of Simon Yates’ retirement and ask if the extreme intensity of the modern pro era is causing riders to burn out sooner than ever before. We look at the shift in training, diet, and pressure that has transformed the peloton since 2020. Plus, we cover a massive list of retirements across the industry, a bizarre 500km ride in a McDonald’s drive-thru, and a heated "copycat" controversy in the world of aero tech.Win a ‪@Vision_Tech_Usa‬ Metron 5D Handlebar! 👉 https://gcn.eu/GCNVisionCompetitionJan 💥

Welcome to the final GCN Show of the year, where Si and Dan dive into the trends that will shape the cycling world in 2026! We tackle the big debate: has Tadej Pogačar officially surpassed Eddy Merckx as the greatest male cyclist in history? From the rise of "gromestiques" and 32-inch mountain bike wheels to the shifting science of Zone 3 training, we’re looking ahead at what’s next for the sport. Plus, we look back at our epic adventures from the past year and feature your most ingenious (and questionable) hacks and bodges.

Ben Healy has quickly established himself as one of the most exciting riders in the pro peloton, known for his relentless aggression and long-range attacks. We sat down with the EF Education-EasyPost star to discuss exactly how he masters the art of the breakaway, from his "almost perfect" stage wins to his obsession with aerodynamics. Plus, Ben reveals the massive fueling numbers required to sustain his attacks and how he uses fatigue resistance to break his rivals.