A fresh pair of handlebar tape is like a new pair of gloves: It feels grippy, clean, and comfortable. But anyone who's ever tried wrapping road bike handlebar tape themselves knows it's not as simple as it looks. Wrinkles, gaps, or uneven wraps can not only ruin the appearance but also impair riding comfort. In this article, we'll show you the most common mistakes when wrapping handlebar tape—and how to avoid them from the start.

What if you could achieve noticeable progress on your road bike with just a few minutes per week? It sounds too good to be true – but it's scientifically proven. The magic word: all-out training. This form of training is based on extremely short, yet maximally intense bursts of exercise and pushes your body to its limits. In this article, you'll learn what "all-out" really means, how it works, and how you can incorporate it into your road bike training.

Carbohydrates, electrolytes, caffeine, creatine, beta-alanine, beetroot juice, magnesium, omega-3, vitamin D – the list of supplements that supposedly make cyclists faster, more enduring, and healthier is long. But which of these actually provide benefits – and which are a complete waste of money?

Rennradfahren im Herbst und Winter stärkt das Immunsystem – wenn man es richtig angeht. Erfahre, wie Du mit gezieltem Training, Vitaminen und smarter Regeneration Krankheiten vorbeugen und Trainingsausfälle vermeiden kannst.

For many road cyclists, the Transalp is more than just a tour — it's an adventure, a challenge, and an unforgettable experience all in one. Anyone who has ever crossed the Alps on two wheels understands why this tour never fails to inspire.

Wer mit dem Rennrad unterwegs ist, weiß: Nicht nur das Training selbst entscheidet über Leistungsfähigkeit und Fahrspaß, sondern auch die Vorbereitung. Ein gezieltes Warm-Up vor der Ausfahrt bereitet Muskulatur, Gelenke, Herz-Kreislauf-System und sogar den Kopf auf die Belastung vor. Doch wie sieht eine effektive Aufwärmroutine für Rennradfahrer aus?

Wenn Du schon mal einem Profi-Peloton im Fernsehen zugesehen hast – vielleicht bei der Tour de France oder beim Giro d’Italia – dann wirkt das Tempo oft surreal. Was für Hobbyfahrer ein Sprint ist, scheint für die Profis lockeres Einrollen zu sein. Aber wie schnell sind Profi-Rennradfahrer wirklich? Und wie unterscheiden sich ihre Geschwindigkeiten von ambitionierten Amateuren?

You may have already heard about it: 80/20 training — also known as polarized training — is currently making waves in the endurance world. Professional cyclists swear by it, and ambitious amateur athletes are following suit. But what's really behind the hype? And: Is it something for you, too?

Anyone who wants to ride their road bike efficiently and saves energy can't ignore one term: the smooth pedaling motion. But what exactly does this mean – and how can it be improved? In this article, you'll learn why the smooth pedaling motion is a real game changer and how you can specifically train it.