As we head into 2026, it's set to be a hugely exciting year for Africa riders. Guest writer and Head of Communications at Team Africa Rising, digs into the transfers that will matter this year.

Donna’s cycling journey goes beyond miles. It is about making space, finding confidence, and building community. A journalist, mum, and inclusive cycling ambassador at 56, she shares how group rides shaped her, why representation matters, and how showing up authentically becomes its own kind of protest. This episode reminds us that it is not just the ride. It is who you ride with.

Alessandro and Nunziela are at it again, this time exploring the England's south isle, the Isle of Wight

When Hurricane Melissa brushed past Jamaica in late October, the western side of the island felt the brunt of her anger. Llori Sharpe, Jamaica's National champion, took matters into her own hands to raise vital funds for the relief effort

In this written interview taking from our brilliant conversation on the Connection Podcast, Samra covers community, sisterhood and finding your place in the cycling world.

Detours is Tailfin's inaugural bikepacking event, taking in the stunning landscapes of South Wales. CCC sent along contributors and founder of UpCycle London, Phil Dobson, to soak it all in

Avocado Routes is an expression of exploration, manifested as routes by Rainer Charles Ong and his collective of like-minded explorers. Today, London to Bournemouth!

AFRICAP designs and manufactures beautiful cycling caps inspired by the vibrancy of West Africa and made from the very Ankara fabrics that the continent produces. Its founder, Hammer, takes us through the vibrant journey from fabric, to cap.

In this episode of the Cycling Culture Club Connections podcast, we meet Samra Said, Chair of the Board of Trustees at Cycle Sisters, an awa

As someone who was diagnosed with Anxiety Depressive Disorder at the age of 18, Mental Miller behind my back. These days I prefer Mustang Miller, but in this case.. maybe its Mechanical Miller I thought I would share these in a new mini series lovingly called Mental Mechanicals - to help digest and process those moments a co2 cartridge can’t fix.

Gil Lavi’s story blends design, resilience, and cycling into a creative journey rooted in New York City. As cofounder of RUBBER N’ ROAD, he uses the bike to channel focus, manage setbacks, and honor a connection to his heritage. For Gil, cycling is never just movement. It is craft, competition, and community. This episode reminds us that riding with purpose makes every pedal stroke mean more.

For Merida Miller, Gravel Mexico was more than a race. It was a return to a place she has loved since childhood, now seen from the saddle. Between the brutal beauty of the desert, the warmth of riders and locals, and the finish line fiestas filled with mezcal and tortillas, every detail felt alive with culture. Gravel Mexico showed her how cycling can truly weave us into the places we ride.

Emmanuel’s first year of gravel riding took him straight to The Traka 100 — Europe’s biggest gravel event — and it was pure chaos in the best way. From Girona’s warm welcome to torrential race-day rain, steep climbs, and slippery descents, every moment tested him. But it was the shared struggle, encouragement from strangers, and connection with fellow riders that made it unforgettable. For Emmanuel, The Traka isn’t just a race, it’s an experience.

Seb, founder of Queer Wheels, and Merida, founder of Project Fearless, share how they’re reshaping cycling in The Netherlands for LGBTQ+ riders, women, and non-binary people. From building safe spaces to finding joy in Pride Rides, they talk friendship, allyship, and showing up as your true self—on and off the bike. This is a celebration of belonging, and a call to take space, make space, and ride proud.

Bikepacking, the art of combining cycling and backpacking, might seem intimidating, but it's surprisingly accessible to beginners. One of the greatest things about bikepacking is its flexibility; trips can be both long and short, so you could travel the world full-time or enjoy a week-long adventure closer to home. You don't need to embark on an epic expedition to experience the joy of it. You can start exploring your local area, either solo or with friends.

Women in Focus, a portrait series. 5 women, 5 stories — rewriting the rules, turning the 9-5 on its head and building a career around the sport they love. These past months, we spoke to five female pioneers from within the Alba Optics family to share their unique experiences of the cycling industry: Iris Slappendel, Rebecca Henderson, Unchale Khakkana, Timia Porter and Virginia Cancellieri.

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.

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.

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.

In an article originally published in BikeBiz Magazine, I break down my own definition of diversity and that of some of our contributors.