Author: Gary Edgington

The International Testing Agency is investigating the use of power testing as a potential anti-doping measure in cycling. The agency is examining whether power meter data and analysis could serve as a tool to detect performance-enhancing drug use. This approach would complement traditional testing methods in the sport's anti-doping efforts. Read the full story at…

Daniek Hengeveld claimed the Dutch national time trial championship, with Visma | Lease a Bike securing the top three positions. The victory marks a dominant performance by the team in the individual time trial discipline at the national championships. Read the full story at wielerflits.nl →

Remco Evenepoel's decision to bypass the Belgian national championships has sparked debate about federation regulations and eligibility rules. The move raises questions about how national governing bodies enforce participation requirements for elite riders. Evenepoel's absence from the event highlights potential gaps or ambiguities in Belgian cycling federation guidelines. Read the full story at escapecollective.com →

A new trial is exploring the use of power data as a tool to detect doping in professional cycling. The approach represents an investigation into anti-doping methods that have received limited attention previously. Power metrics collected during races could help identify suspicious performance patterns associated with prohibited substances. Read the full story at trial to…

Two WorldTour riders have offered a candid assessment of Pogacar's dominance in professional cycling, with one suggesting disillusionment may characterize the competitive landscape. Their comments reflect concerns about the current state of competition at the highest level of the sport. Read the full story at CyclingUpToDate.com →

Visma-Lease a Bike is participating in an anti-doping trial involving power data analysis, according to confirmation from a testing agency. Tadej Pogačar's agent had previously expressed concerns about the initiative, suggesting it would create complications. The trial represents a new approach to doping detection in professional cycling. Read the full story at Road.cc →

Teije van den Burgh claimed the Dutch national championship in the junior men's time trial category. Karlijn Wijma secured victory in the women's time trial competition at the same championships. Read the full story at wielerflits.nl →

The cycling industry has seen numerous technological innovations over the years that demonstrated early potential but ultimately failed to gain widespread adoption. These abandoned technologies represent roads not taken in the sport's equipment evolution. The article examines various examples of cycling tech that was promising in concept or initial testing but never became standard in…

Ryan Gal secured the Dutch national championship in the individual time trial for the under-23 category. The victory marks a significant achievement in the young rider's development as he competes among the country's promising cycling talents. Read the full story at wielerflits.nl →

Riejanne Markus held the virtual lead during the Dutch national time trial championships in 2026. The livestream coverage tracked her position throughout the competition as other riders attempted to challenge her time. Read the full story at wielerflits.nl →