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19/07/2025
Stage 14 of the brings the brutality we’ve been waiting for: 4,950 metres of climbing in just 182.6km. After a deceptive flat 70km, the peloton faces a relentless trio — Col du Tourmalet (19km at 7.4%), Col d’Aspin (5km at 7.6%) and Col de Peyresourde (7.1km at 7.8%) — before the final 12.4km slog to Superbagnères, ramping up to 10%.
With no valley to regroup, attacks on the Peyresourde could explode the race. Will Visma take another shot at cracking Pogacar, or will the Slovenian stamp his authority yet again?
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15/07/2025
Stage 10 has shaken up the Tour – were you ready for it?
Ben Healy in yellow, Simon Yates attacking on Le Mont-Dore—it was a day for the breakaway artists. But the real race was set up long before the flag dropped.
In this issue, get the full story behind Stage 10’s route: the eight categorised climbs, the brutal gradients of Le Mont-Dore, and the tactical opportunities that made it a perfect launchpad for GC drama.
We break down the course details, key strategy zones, historical context, and team plans. Understand why this stage always promised fireworks—and see how the contenders planned to attack.
Know the race inside out. Buy the mag and get the complete guide to every stage, climb, and battle of the 2025 Tour.
09/07/2025
Enthusiasm starts young! 🚴♂️💛
Ready to ride, watch and read all about the Tour de France 2025. Grab your guide on the shelf now!
09/07/2025
TOUR DE FRANCE 2025 – STAGE 5: THE REMCO SHOW? 🇧🇪⏱️
A flat, fast 33 km test around Caen today. Olympic and world TT champ Remco Evenepoel is the man to beat—but can Van Aert, Roglic or Vingegaard spoil the party?
We break down the favourites, the route, and the GC shake-up on the cards in the magazine. Don’t miss it—grab your copy on the shelf now!
07/07/2025
Tour de France 2025 – Stage 3 Preview
After Mathieu van der Poel’s impressive win yesterday – where he beat GC favourites Pogačar and Vingegaard in a tight sprint – the race continues in Northern France today with Stage 3.
The route is 178.3 km with very little climbing, just one small Category 4 hill that’s too early and too easy to make much difference. It’s the kind of stage that usually ends in a bunch sprint, and most riders will probably be focused on staying safe and saving energy.
But the big factor today is the weather. Strong winds from the North Sea will make riding tough and could split the peloton if crosswinds come into play. That’s what happened on Stage 1, when late crosswinds blew the race apart and caught out sprinters like Milan and Merlier.
Today’s finish is expected to suit the fast men even more than Stage 1 did. Teams will be working hard to control the race and deliver their sprinters to the line. Lidl-Trek will want to make up for a disappointing start and get Milan in the right position. Jasper Philipsen, winner of Stage 1, is a favourite again, with Merlier also looking for redemption.
If the wind doesn’t cause chaos, viewers can expect the main action in the final 40 km, with teams fighting for position and the sprinters battling it out at the line. It might be a quiet day for the GC contenders before the time trial on Wednesday – but for the sprinters, today is a big target.
06/07/2025
Tour de France 2025 Stage 2 covers 209 km from Lauwin-Planque to Boulogne-sur-Mer, crossing the rolling terrain of Hauts-de-France with over 2,500 m of climbing. The route features long, exposed sections where wind can split the peloton into echelons (or waaier in Dutch), with teams like Alpecin, Visma, and Soudal likely to force the pace. The finale is especially punishing, with the Côte de Saint-Étienne-au-Mont (900 m at 10.8%) and Côte d’Outreau (800 m at around 8%) in the last 10 km, followed by an uphill drag to the line. This stage is built for punchers and attackers who want to seize the yellow jersey early.
Stage 1 already delivered surprises as several teams were caught out in crosswinds, including Soudal, usually so strong in these conditions. Visma showed real intent by taking the initiative before UAE or Alpecin, signaling an aggressive plan for the coming weeks. Alpecin will be all-in for Mathieu van der Poel, who rode cleverly yesterday to stay in the lead group after his lead-out. He has clearly targeted this finish with its short, sharp climbs and tough final ramp. Expect fireworks in the battle for both the stage win and the maillot jaune.
05/07/2025
Tour de France 2025 – Stage 1: Lille to Lille (185 km)
Here we go again for another lap of France! The 112th Tour kicks off on Saturday, July 5th, with a 185 km loop around Lille—a city rich in cycling history and wide boulevards perfect for sprinters.
It’s not completely flat, though. Early on, the Côte de Notre-Dame-de-Lorette and Côte de Cassel will test the legs, while Mont Noir halfway in adds a bit more bite. But with less than 1,000 m of elevation, this is all about setting up a mass sprint.
Expect Lidl with Milan and Alpecin with Philipsen to control the finale along Lille’s arrow-straight Boulevard Vauban. Jayco’s Groenewegen and Arkea’s Demare will be watching closely. Our favourite? Tim Merlier. Even if Soudal Quick-Step is built for Remco, Merlier’s toughness makes him dangerous in the chaos.
There’s even talk of gusts up to 50 kph in the late afternoon. Crosswinds could split the bunch and add early GC drama to a day designed for sprinters to seize the first Maillot Jaune.
We can’t wait to see who writes their name into Tour history in Lille!
20/06/2025
𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘁
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Whether you ride mountain, gravel or road, everyone loves Le Tour — and the 2025 Tour de France Official Guide is your ultimate companion to cycling’s greatest show.
Packed with 164 pages of stage breakdowns, route maps, rider profiles, bikes, team tactics, history and exclusive interviews, this collector’s edition is a must for every fan.
Tyler Lange crossed the line first at the Cape Town Cycle Tour, taking his first title in the event. Riding for the ASAP World Team, he closed the gap to the front group in the final kilometre and outsprinted Reinhardt Janse van Rensburg for the win.
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