Nicola Rutzou
The September/October edition of Bicycling Australia magazine is here. It’s the 255th edition of Australia’s premium road cycling publication, full of fresh and thought-provoking content.
Highlights include:
Rainbows over Rwanda
The 2025 World Championships will be held in Rwanda in central Africa, the first time they’ve visited that continent. Peter Maniaty takes a look at Rwanda and what it means for the developing nation to host the event.
Cycling in Fukuoka, Japan
Our resident Japanophile, Tina McCarthy, visits the Fukuoka area of Japan and shares some tips on rides, accommodation, things to see, and the fabulous vistas of the region.
Affordable ways to repaint your bike
Alison McGregor spoke with riders and painters across Australia to explore three creative and cost-conscious ways to transform your ride.
Beware of swooping Magpies
With Spring riding around Australia comes the formidable Magpies, who staunchly defend their offspring. We share a few tips on how to deal with them while riding and the deterrents and protections that work and don’t work.
Wonderful world of cargo bikes
Cargo bike trailblazer Anthony Tan shares his love for cargo bike travel and some tips and tricks for acquiring your own economical and compact way to get around in your daily life.
One-on-one with Neve Bradbury
Aussie pro cyclist Neve Bradbury went from teenage Zwift Academy winner to ‘world-class’ climber in just four seasons and shares some of the secrets of her success with our editor in this exclusive interview.
We road-test the Trek Madone SL6 Gen 8, the Bianchi Specialissima Pro and the Cervélo Áspero-5 gravel bike. We also run the Trek Mini e-pump, Pedla kit, Canyon road shoes, Knog Blinder light, and Vittoria Corsa tyres through their paces, and more.
Also, inside are Top Gear, The Big Picture, Bang Bang with Lee Turner, Spin Cycle with Anthony Tan, and more!
Nicola Rutzou – a long-time contributor and, most recently, the editor of Bicycling Australia. Nicola is a keen Sydney-based road cyclist who writes reviews, news, and destination pieces, as well as the weekly e-newsletter for BA online.
