VIDEO: The Grade of a Standard FTP Test?
Is The Grade a better alternative to the traditional FTP test? In this video, Paul dives deeper into Zwift’s latest climbing route, The Grade, and compares it to the classic 20-minute FTP test on the Road to Sky. Is this shorter test just as effective at measuring your FTP? And what does it feel like to […]
Cycling on TV | Free Live Streams in 2024
The cycling season has started again! Are you looking for the program and live streams of the most important cycling races? We have listed them below for you including the date and where you can watch the race for free - also based on history. FREE LIVESTREAM CYCLING Below you will find the most important upcoming races […]
How to improve your racing bike climbing skills: 7 tips
We Dutch are crazy about cycling. We train all year round in our flat country and at most go to Limburg for a weekend to experience what climbing does to your body. Not exactly the best way to get better at climbing. In this article we provide tools to get better at […]
11 climbs in Zwift for the real climbing goat
When you have a cycling holiday on the agenda or are training for, say, a Gran Fondo in the mountains, there are very few real mountains in the Netherlands to train on. Fortunately, you can head up high on Zwift. Below are 11 climbs, including distance & elevation. Route Distance […]
Race: Paris-Roubaix 2023 - The Queen of the Classics
When you think of cycling, chances are Paris-Roubaix comes to mind. This famous cycling classic, also known as the “Queen of the Classics,” is one of the most challenging and prestigious races in the world. But what makes Paris-Roubaix so iconic? Let’s take a look at the history and characteristics of this […]
Iconic Mountain: The Stelvio in Italy
Stelvio – Italy’s Iconic Mountain for Cyclists Cyclists know the Stelvio as one of the most challenging and iconic mountain passes in Europe. Located in the Italian Alps, the Stelvio offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and valleys and a challenge for both professional and recreational cyclists. Elevation profile of the Stelvio The […]
Iconic mountain: Mont Ventoux
Mont Ventoux is an impressive mountain in Provence, in the south of France. The climb of Mont Ventoux is notorious for its challenging gradients and changeable weather, making it one of the most iconic climbs for cyclists. Profile of Mont Ventoux How steep is Mont Ventoux: Kilometers Gradient 1 5,8% […]
Iconic mountain: The Alpe D'huez
Alpe D'Huez Alpe d'Huez is a mountain in the French Alps, located in the department of Isère. The mountain lies at an altitude of approximately 1850 meters and is best known for the famous ride to the summit in the Tour de France. How long and how high is Alpe D'Huez? Alpe d'Huez is […]