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Zwift’s Acquisition of ROUVY: A New Era for Indoor Cycling
Zwift recently revealed its successful acquisition of ROUVY, an indoor cycling application celebrated for its authentic video-based routes and event-centric riding features. What makes this development particularly intriguing is that it is not being presented as a massive consolidation where all features are merged into a single platform. Instead, Zwift has clarified that both entities ... Read more
The True Origins of the Copper Triangle: How Two Colorado Cycling Legends Birthed a Rocky Mountain Classic
If you ask most cyclists when the iconic Copper Triangle ride began, they will likely tell you the year 2000. The internet says so. The official timelines say so. But history, as it often does, has a way of smoothing over the gritty, chaotic, and brilliant details of the actual beginning. The true inaugural year ... Read more
When Cars Match Your Speed: A Cyclist’s Guide To Safe Passing Laws And Legal Protections
Every road cyclist knows the feeling: you are pedaling along a scenic route, maintaining a solid pace, when a car pulls up behind or alongside you and simply stays there. It does not pass, it does not honk, it just matches your speed. For many riders, this ambiguous behavior triggers immediate anxiety. Are they waiting ... Read more
Embracing the AI Revolution: A Comprehensive Review of FasCat Coaching’s CoachCat App
The landscape of indoor and outdoor cycling training has undergone a massive transformation over the last decade. Gone are the days of static PDF training plans and generic advice. Today, the battleground is dominated by adaptive algorithms and artificial intelligence. At the forefront of this revolution is FasCat Coaching, a company with deep roots in ... Read more
The Hidden Wealth of the Trail: How Greenways Are Revitalizing Local Economies
By: Gary Robinson, AvidCyclist.com From the rugged peaks of the Rockies to the lush forests of the East Coast, the United States is home to a diverse and thrilling collection of trails and greenways. For cyclists, these paths represent freedom, adventure, and a safe haven from vehicular traffic. However, beyond the obvious recreational and health ... Read more
Legal Victory For Cyclists: A Blueprint For National Advocacy
April 27, 2026/Bike League Originally shared by our partners at the Washington Area Bicyclist Association on April 21, 2026. We’re thrilled to share an update on the lawsuit to protect the 15th St bike lane in DC from removal by the federal government: WE HERE IS SOME GOOD NEWS! In case you missed it, our legal ... Read more
Ride Away the Years: How Cycling Can Combat Aging’s Challenges
We know cycling boosts our physical health as we age but can it also help us come to terms with getting older? By Nick Christian If you haven’t heard of American tech entrepreneur Bryan Johnson, count yourself lucky. At the same time, we apologise, because this is where your run of fortune ends. The lengths ... Read more
Brewed for Cyclists: Lachlan Morton’s Instant Coffee Raises the Bar for On-the-Go Energy
Written by Jeremy Benson If you’ve been following road or gravel cycling in recent years, then Lachlan Morton needs no introduction. The Australian cyclist originally made a name for himself as a professional road racer before charting his own path of endurance challenges and gravel racing. From an Eversting World Record, his own “Alt Tour,” a record-setting lap around Australia, a ... Read more
Size Matters. And In Gravel, Sometimes Smaller Is Better-The Louisville Gravel Grinder Retrospect
By Jason Strohbehn Thoughts Following a Grassroots Gravel Event This past weekend, I attended the third annual Louisville Gravel Grinder in Louisville, Nebraska. Organized by a local cycling club out of Omaha, the event offered 50K and 100K distances and served as a perfect early-season kickoff for gravel riding in the region. With around 200 ... Read more
Raise Your Floor, Break Your Ceiling: How Tracey Jacobs Is Redefining What Women Can Do On A Bike
By: Gary Robinson, AvidCyclist.com At AvidCyclist.com, we are always on the lookout for businesses and individuals who elevate the cycling community. This week, we are thrilled to feature Tracey Jacobs Coaching, a premier coaching service dedicated to helping cyclists—especially women—break through their perceived limitations and achieve athletic excellence. With a philosophy centered on the belief ... Read more