Cycling at the beginning of the season

Cycling in the early season is a time of discovery. We ask ourselves ‘how has the winter cycling prepared me’ Thankfully, once the first race or event is over, we have a better idea. Nadezhda writes about this in her latest blog

Lake Garda Gran Fondo 2026: Climbs Corners and Italian Cycling Magic

Cycling in the Italian lakes and mountains region is always going to be special. So, when Nadezhda was invited as a guest of the 2026 Lake Garda Gran Fondo, the stage was set for an epic weekend on the magical roads of Italy. Read about her weekend cycling adventures here, and then plan your own trip, exploring the Italian Lakes

Cycling Alicante: heat mountains and desert roads

Alicante in Spain is renowned the world over, as a holiday hotspot. However, are you aware how great the road cycling is in this majestic Spanish resort? It’s nestled amongst coastal mountains, with exceptional roads; which is why I took myself on a cycling trip, recently.

Exploring Albacete – Spain’s Quiet Cycling Paradise

This summer I found myself pedalling in a place far less famous – and it completely won me over. Albacete, tucked away in Castilla-La Mancha, is an underrated cycling gem that offers stunning scenery, peaceful roads, and a real sense of adventure. Time to explore…

Riding with Queens – A Weekend at La Reine Women’s Cycling Festival

When I first rolled into Gstaad, I was running on three hours of sleep, a stiff neck from a 10-hour drive, and nerves from a last-minute wheel change on my bike. Glamorous? Not exactly. But if there’s one thing women in cycling know how to do — it’s show up, no matter what.
It was time to join the biggest cycling festival for women in the world – in the magnificent mountains of Gstaad!

Cycling passes in the Carezza region of the Dolomites

Nadezhda has been travelling and cycling around Europe ths summer, and has some great routes and hotel suggestions for you. Here’s a few ideas for a long weekend in the Dolomites on 2-wheels.

Nadezhda Pavlova – Gran Fondo Fausto Coppi 2025

This year, I had the unforgettable experience of participating in the 36th edition of Granfondo La Fausto Coppi in Cuneo, Italy — a legendary race that truly tests your limits and rewards you with breathtaking beauty, world-class organization, and the most passionate cycling atmosphere I’ve ever witnessed.

Sunrise Stelvio – Unforgettable Cycling Climbs in Italy

was in Bormio two years ago, back in September, and I left knowing that I’d have to return. There’s something about these mountains that stays with you — the roads, the atmosphere, the sheer beauty of it all. Coming back in 2025, felt like coming home for me, but this time I wanted to experience the Stelvio in a new way.

Cycling the Passo Giau in the Dolomites

Cycling the Passo Giau is a dream that many cyclists have. We recently rode this legendary cycling pass in the Dolomites, so that we could share our knowledge and experience with you. Now, it’s your turn to ride one of the best cycling passes in Italy!

Costa Brava Road Cycling Loop

This is a road cycling route par excellence, for cyclists chasing unforgettable roads, panoramic views, and just the right amount of suffering. Yes, the Costa Brava delivers all of this and more, in spades.