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SPRING CLASSICS

The cycling world descends on northern Europe for the best races of the year. Here’s our in-depth preview of the players and parcours

DO YOUR HOME WORK!

Physiological testing is no longer the preserve of the sports science lab. Coach Tom Bell explains how to measure your key benchmarks from the (dis)comfort of your home

Slovenian duo dominate

At Tirreno and Paris-Nice no one could find answers to Tadej Pogacar and Primoz Roglic, writes Vern Pitt

Obituary Colin Lewis 1942-2022

Tour finisher and West Country stalwart

Gear of the week

A roomy pannier bag, a dedicated gravel wheel with inbuilt flex and a carbon bottle cage that won’t break the bank

Dan Bigham's pursuit recordbreaking Argon 18

We slowed down the track ace for a sneak peek at his winning rig

Dr Hutch

Cycling’s stoical approach to suffering contrasts with football’s whinge culture because the latter abandoned its original maim-plan, says the Doc

Cycling 23 October, 1971

Records tumble to some enduring riders

Road World Championships 3 September, 1961

Britain’s Brian Robinson pushes ahead in his lone quest for the rainbow jersey in Bern, Switzerland.

WORLD TOUR BIKES GUIDE 2022

CW casts a critical eye over this season’s top-tier machines

LET'S TALK ABOUT BIPOLAR DISORDER

It’s one of the commonest long-term conditions yet it’s shrouded in stigma and misunderstanding. Chris Marshall-Bell meets two riders boldly speaking out about their experience

Dr Hutch

The hysteria generated by the latest version of the Highway Code is born out of a Great British love of bickering, writes the Doc

2022 SEASON PREVIEW

From Grand Tour contenders and their loyal lieutenants to sprinters, rouleurs and talented all-rounders, we weigh up the WorldTour teams’ chances of glory over the coming year

‘Campionissimo' Pogačar supreme

Eddy Merckx salutes unflappable Slovenian

Winning while war rages at home

Powerful and poignant victories for Ukrainians Budyak and Padun

Welsh shine at home National Championships

Welsh and Scottish riders take six track golds apiece as Newport crowds salute their heroes

NATURE'S STEROIDS - SEX UP YOUR TRAINING RESPONSE

No, testosterone doesn’t give you superpowers any more than being on your period writes off your race prospects. Michelle Arthurs-Brennan finds out how to make the most of your body’s sex hormones – and busts a few myths along the way

Does cycling's response to Russian invasion go far enough?

Brits and Dutch extend UCI team ban to individual riders, reports Vern Pitt

The science of sitting comfortably

Many women are put off cycling by saddle discomfort, and many more suffer in silence. First female rider home at the 2016 Transcontinental Race, Emily Chappell, explores what the cycling industry is – and could be – doing to get women riding comfortably

SD Worx take control for Kopecky to win Strade Bianche

Belgian champ outsprints van Vleuten in Tuscany, reports James Shrubsall

Annemiek van Vleuten HISTORY CALLING

Annemiek van Vleuten has achieved nearly everything there is to achieve in cycling but this summer she’s eyeing something that hasn’t been done for over 20 years – the Giro-Tour double. Adam Becket finds out what keeps her coming back for more at 39, why training with male team-mates is integral to her improvement and whether she really is “an alien”

CLUB LIFE

Many clubs say they want to expand their female membership, but some have had far greater success than others. Amy Sedghi talks to members of Penge Cycling Club to find out how they get it so right

'If I can do it, anyone can!'

Devout Muslim and mother of seven Usma Chaudry tells CW how she refuses to let cultural expectations hold back her passion for long-distance cycling

THE SPORTIVE REVIVAL

After a turbulent two years, the UK sportive scene is set to come back into full swing. Paul Knott speaks to those at the forefront hoping the Covid-19 road bump will prove an unwitting launchpad

THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN DAYS

With travel restrictions lifting and the new season beckoning, it’s the perfect time to organise a training camp. Tom Couzens has a recipe for the perfect week away.

OFF TO THE RACES

With Cycling Weekly’s volunteering drive in full swing, features editor Vern Pitt puts his back into it at the Perfs Pedal Race to find out what it’s like to do your bit

CW5000 March challenges

This month the CW5000 brings in the first challenge designed to push your mileage a little further.

BRITISH SEASON PREVIEW

Back to full strength with a range of races, we preview what promises to be a bumper British season

Van Aert's Bosberg blast-off

Belgian star distances all comers to win solo at Omloop Het Nieuwsblad, and dedicates his victory to the Ukrainian people

‘I just want to be competitive again'

Transgender cyclist Emily Bridges tells CW about her hopes and fears as she prepares to begin competing in the female category