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TOP FIVE SPORTIVE DOUBLES

In professional cycling, the Triple Crown is the name given to winning 3 major titles in the same year. Usually the Giro d’Italia, the Tour de France and the World Championships. Not many riders have achieved this remarkable feat. Eddy

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2022 Etape du Tour Review

Sportive Breaks rider Chris Breckon took on the 2022 Etape du Tour on Sunday 10th July. The 2022 Etape du Tour took place on a tough route between Briancon and Alpe d’Huez. L’Etape du Tour is probably the most well-known

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Tips for cycling in hot weather

It’s July and it’s prime cycling season. Many of us will be taking part in the big amateur cycling events in the mountains. It has been very hot in Europe so here are some tips to bear in mind this

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Cycling Hospitality Experiences in 2022 and 2023

Sportive Breaks are part of the Destination Sport Experiences Group. As well as a wide range of Sportive Breaks and Cycling Tours and Weekenders, Destination Sport Experiences also offers a full calendar of cycling hospitality experiences. Get the best seats

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Best Cycling Videos on Youtube

When life gives you lemons, take the time to brush up on classic bike races and crazy feats including descending the Stelvio no handed. Enjoy some of our favourite cycling videos ever on YouTube: Look Mom, Stelvio No Hands Giuliano

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Ride Report: Mallorca 312

Mallorca 312 has quickly become one of the biggest sportives in Europe. Sportive Breaks joined over 6,500 riders on the road to take it all in… Arriving in Mallorca & Warm up days Mallorca is the most popular destination in

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How To Stay Hydrated On Your Big Sportive

How to stay hydrated on a sportive You have signed up for a major sportive where the route is likely to be longer, hotter and with more elevation than anything else you will ride this year. If you want to thrive

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Best Of The Cobbled Classics

The two weeks from Gent Wevelgem to Paris Roubaix are packed with some of the best pro races and sportives of the year. Flanders buzzes with excitement and the sport is rarely off the front pages. Thousands of amateur riders

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Breakfast Plan For Cycling Sportives

Our cycling breakfast plan for race day We’ve all had those days where you just can’t seem to find the energy for training. But have you thought that maybe it’s something to do with what you’re eating? Or not eating?

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