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Connections - Episode 007 - Red Walters - Finding Home in the Peloton
Elite cyclist Red Walters opens up about injury recovery, racing at the highest level, and the reality of being one of the only Black riders in the peloton. From quiet resilience to visible representation, Red shares what it means to show up, keep going, and pave the way for others. A powerful, honest listen.
Jun 91 min read


From Empress to Ambassador - Donna's story of diversity and changing perceptions in cycling
At 56, Donna became a cycling ambassador — not despite her age, race, or body type, but because representation matters. Her story isn’t just about miles ridden; it’s about breaking barriers, building community, and showing who cycling is really for. Read the full story.
May 304 min read


The Loss of a Cultural Establishment
On a morning in April, I woke up to the heartbreaking news that a pillar of the cycling community - Brixton Cycles - in the southeast of London, was for the last time, shutting up shop.
May 276 min read


The Diversity Status Quo
In an article originally published in BikeBiz Magazine, I break down my own definition of diversity and that of some of our contributors.
May 25 min read


New Year, Same Mission
We may be firmly into a new year, but our objectives remain simple and clear.
Feb 115 min read


Connections - Episode 005 - Mitchell Dick - From LA to Berlin
For episode 4, we welcome Mitch, creator, rider and person of colour, living in Germany.
Feb 51 min read


What Cycling Has Taught Me
Towards the end of the summer of 2024, Rouleur Magazines' editor, Ed Pickering, rang me up with an odd request
Jan 52 min read


Connections - Episode 004 - Toks and Black Unity Bike Ride
For episode 4 I sit down with none other than Tokunbo Ajasa-Oluwa, aka Toks, the founder of Black Unity Bike Ride.
Dec 26, 20241 min read


Bikepacking the Sicily Divide
Contributors Alessandro and Nunziella tackle the Sicili Divide a 550km multi-terrain odyssey in one of Italy's most beautiful landscapes.
Dec 8, 202411 min read


Connections - Episode 003 - Jess Morgan and her journey at Rapha
Welcome to the Cycling Culture Club Podcast. For episode 3 I sat down with Jess Morgan, helping to steer Rapha's diversity agenda.
Nov 24, 20241 min read


Connections - Episode 002 - Alonso Tal
For episode 2, we sit down with Alonso Tal, a visionary, following a unique path into cycling through skate culture, photography and BMX
Oct 29, 20241 min read


Connections - Episode 001 - Alvin Escajeda
Welcome to the Cycling Culture Club Podcast. Getting closer to our contributors and others who would help diversify cycling.
Oct 18, 20241 min read


Makesi Hits SBT GRVL
Contributor, Makesi takes on his second SBT Gravel, the high-altitude gravel race through Steamboat Springs.
Sep 15, 20243 min read


Thank you Biniam
Biniam Girmay is back to his winning ways, but beyond the media explosion, what does this mean for cycling culture moving forward?
Jul 8, 20244 min read


Newbie to racing in the U.S.
Newbie to the US race scene, Llori, of Legion of LA, documents her first season racing on US soil
May 27, 20243 min read


The Traka Trials
Take an unfit amateur and sign up for a 200km gravel ultra. What could possibly go wrong?
May 13, 20249 min read


Photo essay: Cicle Classic
Contributor, Josef Murray, documents the last remaining UCI one-day race on British soil. Josef has created a story of images depicting...
Apr 1, 20242 min read


Tales from Strade Bianche - Part 1
There are bucket list experiences and bucket list experiences, Strade Bianche was well and truly the latter. To say it was challenging,...
Mar 18, 20244 min read


Andalusia's Camino Cuatro Sierras
Sherry is our resident Colombian adventure mastermind, a title well-earned through blood sweat and tears completing the Transcontinental...
Feb 29, 20243 min read


The Unyielding Ride: A Cyclist's Chronicle of Life Beyond the Road
You could say I was forged in adversity and tempered by will—flesh and bone with a titanium spirit. My name’s Dan, and I’m not your...
Dec 4, 20233 min read
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