Cycling Blog
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Tips for Finding a Good Cycling Club
So, you've caught the cycling bug, and spend as much time on the saddle as possible. The wind in your hair, the thrill of speed, and the sheer joy of pedalling have you hooked. But cycling alone can ...
Friday, 08 September 2023Read more... -
Today is a Good Day to Ride Sa Calobra
The Balearic sun warms my face as I walk to the SportActive Cycling Centre. The warmth is joined by a cooling breeze which I savour. I feel it is going to be a good day. I checked the bikes over last ...
Monday, 04 September 2023Read more... -
Marmotte Granfondo Alps 2024! - Secure Your Place Now
Ex-professional road racer, Ras winner, and Marmotte Granfondo Alps veteran, Phillip Cassidy believes you need to conquer this epic event! We agree! Make Marmotte Granfondo Alps Your 2024 Challenge! ...
Friday, 01 September 2023Read more... -
Marmotte Granfondo Alps! Conquer the French Alps in 2024!
"It's a magnificent event, and I encourage everyone to try it at least once." - Phillip Cassidy, Ex-pro and Ras Winner 7th July 2024 (Provisional date) 174 km, 5000m climbing Ride Four Tour de France ...
Wednesday, 19 July 2023Read more... -
Geneva to Nice – Secure Your 2024 Peloton Place
Mick's col de la Madeleine experience. Spoiler alert. He loved it! Geneva to Nice over La Route des Grandes Alpes! 6 Days, 550 Km, 12 Alpine Passes 15th - 22nd June 2024 Geneva to Nice 2023 was a fan ...
Tuesday, 18 July 2023Read more... -
5 Good Reasons to Use a SportActive Hire Bike in Mallorca
Mallorca, the largest of Spain's Balearic Islands, is a true paradise for cyclists. Its breathtaking landscapes, smooth coastal roads, and exhilarating mountain climbs make it an ideal destination fo ...
Monday, 03 July 2023Read more... -
Cycling and Wellbeing: Enhancing Health and Happiness on Two Wheels
In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the significant impact of physical activity on overall wellbeing. Cycling, in particular, has gained popularity as an enjoyable and accessible ...
Friday, 23 June 2023Read more... -
Mallorca Cycling Routes that Should Be on Your Radar
Mallorca, the largest of Spain's Balearic Islands, is a paradise for cycling enthusiasts. With its stunning landscapes, challenging mountain roads, and beautiful coastal routes, it offers an unforget ...
Wednesday, 31 May 2023Read more... -
Fuelling on Your Bike Ride: Excellent Mallorca Coffee Stops
Mallorca, the cycling mecca of the Mediterranean, offers road cyclists an unrivalled experience with its stunning landscapes, challenging climbs, and smooth coastal roads. While exploring the island' ...
Friday, 26 May 2023Read more... -
Things to do When Not on a Bike in Mallorca
Although you’re here for the fantastic cycling, Alcúdia and wider Mallorca are worth a mention too. The home of the SportActive Cycling Centre, Alcúdia, on Mallorca’s north coast, is truly beautiful. ...
Tuesday, 02 May 2023Read more... -
Visit Port de Alcudiamar Marina and Feel Alive!
Take a short stroll from the SportActive Cycling Centre you’ll find the Port de Alcudiamar Marina. In many ways, this is where the action is in Port d'Alcudia and attracts plenty of locals and visito ...
Wednesday, 12 April 2023Read more... -
Road Bike Tyres Explained
Like other bike components road bike tyres are not created equal. There are several manufacturers the market and there are three different types of road bike tyres to consider. As with many things ro ...
Friday, 05 May 2023Read more... -
Keep on the Road – A Guide to Maintaining Hydraulic Disk Brakes
Disk brakes are becoming increasingly popular and nearly every pro team has adopted them, although there are a few exceptions where rim brakes are still used. Hydraulic brakes work using hydraulic fl ...
Friday, 10 March 2023Read more... -
Not Too Late to Book Your Fantastic Mallorca Cycling Week
Ride Your Heart Out in a Cycling Paradise Mallorca Cycling - Guided Training/Leisure 11th March - 13th May 2023 16th September - 21st October 2023 Ride with the Legend Sean 'King' Kelly In less than ...
Tuesday, 07 March 2023Read more... -
Mont Ventoux: Your Next Great Cycling Achievement
Mont Ventoux - The 'Beast' of Provence 22kms, 1909m, 1600 altimetres! 2 Ascents of Ventoux + 4 Provence Rides 29th July - 5th August 2023 Want to ride a legendary mountain? Want to ride beautiful Pro ...
Monday, 20 February 2023Read more... -
Ride Mallorca's Classic Climbs in one Glorious Week
Sa Calobra, Puig Major, Batalla- Ride them all! 11th - 18th March 2023 18th - 25th March 2023 Want to test your skills on Sa Calobra? Want to ride to the summit of Puig Major? Want to have a Mallorca ...
Tuesday, 21 February 2023Read more... -
Take Your Climbing to the Next Level: Mont Ventoux
6 Provence Rides including 2 Ventoux Ascents & An Unmatched Sense of Achievement Mont Ventoux 22kms, 1909m, 1600 altimetres! Tour de France Legend 29th July - 5th August 2023 Head to Provence, France ...
Tuesday, 31 January 2023Read more... -
Your Guide to Preparing for the Mallorca 312 & Marmotte Granfondo Alps Sportives
You’ve booked the big sportive and you’re eager to prepare and develop the right condition to complete it. That’s great but how is that accomplished? This guide will provide guidance on how to comple ...
Wednesday, 25 January 2023Read more... -
The Right Food for the Right Ride – Determine Your Cycling Nutrition
The chances are you know that cycling nutrition is vital to putting in good cycling performances. What you eat on and off the bike is important and plays an important role in how far you can ride, ho ...
Monday, 02 January 2023Read more... -
17 Tips for a Stellar New Year of Road Cycling
We all know that New Year’s resolutions don’t tend to stick. You make the promise to do this and do that, and a few weeks in they start to slide. It’s just how it is. At SportActive, we have your bac ...
Thursday, 29 December 2022Read more... -
Ride Your Way Into the Ventoux Legend
Test Your Limits & Savour Your Achievements 29th July - 5th August 2023 Mont Ventoux (22Kms, 1909m, 1600 altimeters) is the legendary mountain that the Pros respect. Towering above Provence, France, ...
Friday, 23 December 2022Read more... -
Marmotte Alps Sportive- 4 Tour de France Cols, One Glorious Day
Marmotte Alps is Europe's Toughest Alpine Sportive! Ride Glandon (1924m, 20.9 km), Télégraphe (1570m, 11 km), Galibier (2645m, 22 km), Alpe d'Huez (1815m, 13.8 km) in one Glorious Day! 174 km, 5000 a ...
Friday, 23 December 2022Read more... -
6 Reasons to Ride in the French Alps and Beyond!
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur and Rhône-Alpes regions are located in southeast France. Go there and you’ll find yourself looking at the fantastic, spectacular and beautiful French Alps. The mountain ran ...
Tuesday, 06 December 2022Read more... -
Fantastic Mallorca Cycling Holidays That You Need to Ride!
18th February - 13th May 2023 16th September - 21st October 2023 When you think of perfect cycling, you think of perfect smooth roads, challenging climbs, low traffic, and weather that hovers around ...
Tuesday, 06 December 2022Read more...
