Cyclist

Dedicated solely to road cycling. Cyclist is the very first magazine of its kind. A celebration of the freedom to explore and the gear that makes road cycling special. Cyclist will take you on the world's best routes and get behind the doors of iconic brands. With performance advice from the experts, we unearth tall tales from the pro peloton and get you up-close to the best road bikes and technology. Plus, Cyclist mixes in-depth articles with breathtaking imagery from the sport's best photographers. It's the road cycling magazine you've been waiting for. In every issue you can enjoy: - The most exhilarating cycle routes and sportives in the world - their history, when to go and how to get the best from your trip. - The most in-depth road bike reviews and must-have gear. - Expert opinion on components, training, nutrition and technology. - The stories behind the biggest brand names and most influential people in cycling

Welcome • Is it just me, or are the seasons slipping? They don’t seem to be where they used to be and it’s playing havoc with the pro racing calendar. Spring should start around March, but in reality that’s still winter, while the start of autumn is now drifting further and further back to October, sometimes even November.

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Finessing fast • Canyon’s aero bike gets back up to speed

New gear LEAD OUT

It’s a Brompton – but bigger • The pumped up, gravel-ready Brompton G Line joins the fold

Titanium trailblazer • André Pfeil of Kocmo Titan Bikes explains why it’s the Ti way or the highway

A moment in time Marianne Vos wins her first World Championships Road Race • In 2006 a 19-year-old Marianne Vos won her first elite road rainbow jersey, announcing the arrival of a special talent in the women’s peloton

How do you solve a problem like Ineos? • With just ten wins this season and no Grand Tour titles for years, Ineos Grenadiers are a shadow of their former glory. Felix Lowe has a few suggestions for Mr Ratcliffe

Pick ’n’ Mix • Brilliant bike bits banish blues

Ode to Lombardia • Lake Como might not have the scale of the neighbouring Dolomites but it plays host to one of the greatest races on the WorldTour, and is home to one of its most feared climbs

Viva España • The ups and downs of catching the Vuelta a España on camera

magic of metal • British bike brand Mason has been blending modern concepts with traditional materials for ten years. Cyclist visits its HQ and learns how it keeps metal relevant in a world of carbon

Col du Galibier • The southern approach to a Tour de France legend

Changing attitudes to altitude • The new lowdown on training up high

A ride through time • The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan offers natural wonders and ancient treasures – and you can experience both by bike

TESTED • The latest bikes and kit get put through their paces

Enve Fray • A fine example of what real riders should be riding

Zipp 303 XPLR SW • Zipp breaks new ground, but has it gone too far?

Rides • Explore the world’s greatest rides and climbs

Enigma Esker • A gravel bike that’s beautifully balanced and just plain beautiful

Campagnolo Super Record Wireless • Campagnolo goes wireless and ditches its trademark thumb shifters

Van Rysel RCR • Decathlon returns to the top flight

Four rides and a funeral • Sometimes there is no more to life than riding a bike, for the people you meet and the wisdom they share