Opinion
A Case Against TT Bikes
- February 4, 2022
Read about the evolution of time trial bikes, from the 1980 Moscow Olympics to modern-day racing, and why these aero machines might be more dangerous than they’re worth.
Full PostThe Pain of Competing Under a White Flag: When Politics Punish Clean Athletes
- December 11, 2019
What does it mean for an athlete to compete under a neutral flag, stripped of national symbols due to political decisions? This post delves into the impact of Olympic bans, questioning why clean athletes pay for bureaucrats’ sins and the cost of forcing them to prove their innocence.
Full PostWhen a Russian Medal Isn’t Just a Medal: How Icarus Turned Doping into a National Allegation
- February 28, 2018
Icarus presents Russian athletes as natural-born dopers, feeding a familiar narrative that frames doping as a national flaw rather than a global issue. But does the film’s story hold up, or does it merely reinforce stereotypes about where the 'bad guys' come from?
Full PostAre you trained to spend or spend to train?
- March 4, 2014
Does spending on the latest aero gear truly make you a faster cyclist? A skeptical look at marketing claims, ‘stiffness-to-weight’ ratios, and the real journey to improvement. Discover why the pursuit of authentic cycling performance often goes beyond the equipment.
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