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An Update on the Africa Tour
Words: Jeremy Ford - Team Africa Rising Writer bio Although it is just the first of April and we have only had one of the eight Africa Tour UCI stage races (Tour of Rwanda), many of the 120 African men and women on UCI teams for 2026 have been racing, so we thought we would take a look at the 'Africa Tour' UCI points league tables so far. I have had to manually create the tables below from ProCyclingStats and UCI data as the '2026 Season' league tables on the UCI website ar
Apr 13 min read


The Savile Row Effect: How BUBR Is Remaking Cycling's Tailored Tradition
Toks didn't just dream up change and let it sit in his head, he manifested it, moulded it and unleashed it on the world in the most beautiful way. Black Unity Bike Ride is the cultimation of that dream and that effort, a series of celebrations of black culture and cycling in London, Manchester and beyond.
Mar 225 min read


Celebrating the Women of Cycling Culture Club
March is a time to celebrate the stories, strength, and impact of women everywhere. For Cycling Culture Club, Women’s History Month is a reminder that the freedom we find on two wheels was shaped by women who pushed boundaries and claimed their space in cycling.
Mar 715 min read


2025: Truly a Key Chapter in the African Cycling Story
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.
Jan 188 min read


Ride for Relief: Western Jamaica, Hurricane Melissa, and the Power of a Virtual Ride
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
Dec 14, 20252 min read


Mental Mechanics
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.
Nov 1, 20255 min read


Women in Focus, A Portrait Series
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.
Jul 26, 20257 min read


The Faces of the Traka
I spent a long weekend in Girona for the Traka, not as a racer, but as a documenter. Diversity at Traka is not where it could be, but there are diverse faces if you choose to look for them.
Jun 1, 20252 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 30, 20254 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 27, 20256 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 2, 20255 min read


New Year, Same Mission
We may be firmly into a new year, but our objectives remain simple and clear.
Feb 11, 20255 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 5, 20252 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 Outdoors Does It Better
Recently, I found myself in the Lake District for the now iconic, Kendal Mountain Festival. A gathering of the outdoor community, with a...
Nov 26, 20232 min read


When the community gathers
When I started Cycling Culture Club, I honestly had no idea where it was going to go, what it was going to be and how people would...
Nov 5, 20232 min read


Why is this still a thing?
Quite recently, I found myself in Italy for work, supporting one of our brands on the launch of a new bike. The trip had all the marks of...
Oct 29, 20232 min read


What is Cycling Culture Club?
While I knew that this project was likely to develop and grow, I had no preconception about how it would do this or with what cadence.
Oct 19, 20233 min read


Representation Matters
I've been on a personal journey these past 15 years, to where I currently sit within cycling. However, I'd consider myself lucky and...
Oct 3, 20234 min read
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