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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
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
If you’re a cycling fan, then the first half of April can mean only one thing: cobbles. There are all sorts of races taking place virtually daily across Northern France, Belgium and the Netherlands over this crucial period in the
Sportive Breaks is back in 2022! Destination Sport Experiences has taken over the running of the brand and even though we haven’t been around for very long as a business, the team at Destination Sport Experiences have years of experience
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
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
To celebrate International Women’s Day, we sat down with former-UCI rider and 24-hour time triallist, Steph Mottram, who gives us insight into her life, cycling career and inspiration. Away from the UK, you’ll find Steph as an expert leader on
The biggest sportive of the year is the Etape du Tour. This classic event is celebrating its 27th year in 2020 with a stunning and unique route. Choosing to ride the Etape is a big commitment requiring months of training,
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
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
One of the great challenges for us amateur riders is dealing with long climbs on sportives, particularly as most of us live in flatter areas. So many riders focus just on getting miles in their legs or weight loss and
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
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?