Nicola Rutzou
The July/August edition of Bicycling Australia magazine is here. It’s the 254th edition of Australia’s premium road cycling publication, with a very Tour de France vibe.
Highlights include:
Tour de France preview
Anthony Tan, aka ‘Tan Man’, offers us some great insights in a preview of the great race, drawing on his years of experience as a journalist at the event. The preview includes a course overview, key stages to watch, the GC contenders and our Aussie GC hopeful.
Behind the scenes with Jayco-AlUla at TdF
Just what goes on behind the scenes at Aussie team Jayco-AlUla at the Tour de France? Steve Thomas checks in with a race director, mechanic, masseur, nutritionist, logistics person, and media manager about what it takes to keep the team in their best shape for the three-week tour.
Riding in northern France
Amy McPherson visits the area where the first three stages of the Tour de France for this year take place, including Lille, Dunkirk and Amiens. On a mixture of quiet roads and bike paths, Amy enjoys the beautiful countryside, food and takes in some cultural experiences too.
One-on-one with Tour de France hopeful Ben O’Connor
Peter Maniaty caught up with Jayco-AlUla’s Ben O’Connor for a candid and wide-ranging chat as the Western Australian commenced his final build-up towards the Grand Depart of the Tour de France in Lille on 5 July.
Rise of women’s cycling
New contributor Sam Coombs takes a look at the rise of women’s cycling in both the recreational and professional space. She provides insights into what is driving the increase in popularity and the barriers that still exist.
Special report: Australian frame builders
Handmade bikes are being built in workshops across Australia by frame builders who you’ve probably not heard of. Alison McGregor takes a look at this sector, catching up with three Aussie frame builders.
We road-test the Hosking HR1 affordable road bike, the Polygon Bend RX6 gravel bike and the Wilier Adlar custom gravel bike. We also run the Wahoo TRACKR, Canyon kit, Kask Protone Icon race helmet, Trek Velocis shoes, and Vittoria Rubino 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!
Grab your copy from your newsagent today.
