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James Morrissey and Denise Yarrow of Sportive Breaks riding in the Mallroca 312 [Credit: Sportograf.com]
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Mallorca 312 – In Review

Mallorca 312 2024 – In Review On a beautiful, idyllic weekend in the Balearics, the 2024 Mallorca 312 took place on Saturday 27 April amidst perfect cyclist conditions. The annual cycling event takes place each year in Playa de Muro

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Photo of cyclists taking part in the Spring Classics tour
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Top 10 Climbs Of The Spring Classics

With only Cyclocross available (amazing as it is) over the winter months to justify your new Discovery + subscription (don’t get us started;), for many the Spring classics are the highlight of the year offering both epic drama in the

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Photo of cyclists negotiating a hairpin bend during training
Bike Advice & Information

Top Tips for Training in Winter

  Top Tips for Training in Winter With the cold weather setting in, getting out on the bike may seem more difficult than normal. With conditions being colder and wetter there are several things you can do to make sure

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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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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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Guide Spotlight – Steph Mottram

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

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Hill Climbing Techniques

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

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