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The Dolomites for Road Cyclists: Italy's Greatest Training Ground, Pass by Pass
The Dolomites pack more significant cycling passes into a driveable area than anywhere else in the Alps. Stelvio, Giau, Pordoi, Fedaia, Mortirolo — these are not interchangeable. Here is what each climb actually demands, when to go, and how to build a week in the mountains without wasting days on logistics.
By ZealZag TeamCycling Locarno and Ticino: The Tour de Suisse Stage 2 Roads
A practical guide to riding the roads that Stage 2 of the 2026 Tour de Suisse just raced — Lake Maggiore's northern shore, Monte Ceneri, and the Orselina climb above Locarno, in Switzerland's southernmost and most Italian-feeling canton.
By ZealZag Team
Ride the Tour de Suisse Stage 1 Route in Valtellina, Italy
Ride the 144km Adda Valley loop that opened the 2026 Tour de Suisse — Lombard climbing through Sondrio, Buglio in Monte, and the Bordighi ramp where Pogacar made his move.
By ZealZag TeamRide the Dombes: Cycling the Ain Plateau Where Stage 5 Finishes
The Dombes plateau north of Lyon — where the Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Stage 5 finishes — is flat, lake-dotted cycling country connecting Alpine climbing to the Loire foothills. Our guide covers the route, how to get there, where to stay, and why this overlooked corner of France is worth the detour.
By ZealZag Team
Race the Route: Riding the Alpine Climbs of the Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
The Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes traverses some of France's most spectacular cycling terrain — Chartreuse, Vercors, Belledonne. Our complete guide to riding these legendary Alpine cols, with logistics, gear, accommodation, and training advice.
By ZealZag Team
Cape Town Cycle Tour: Inside the World's Biggest Individually-Timed Bike Race
The Cape Town Cycle Tour is the largest individually-timed mass-participation cycling event on the planet — roughly 35,000 riders, 109 kilometres around the Cape Peninsula every March. Here is what makes it the spiritual centre of South African cycling.
By ZealZag Team