Long Reads

Did Bernard Hinault betray Greg LeMond? Explore the psychological mind games and three theories behind cycling’s greatest 1986 Tour de France rivalry.

Did Bernard Hinault let Greg LeMond win the 1986 Tour de France? Revisit Stage 13 to Superbagnères and the legendary tactical war that changed cycling history.

Chris Sidwells pays tribute to Barry Hoban the talented cyclist, looking back on his incredible racing career and impact on British cycling.

A rainy day in Spain 60 years ago, a hilly circuit in San Sebastian, hours of struggle reduced to two men and one kilometre of rain-soaked road to find a world champion.

After witnessing Geraint Thomas’s Tour de France debut in 2007, Chris Sidwells knew he had to find out more. This is what happened.

A top classics rider, Eddy Planckaert retired in 1991. He was around for a while then disappeared, leaving only rumours. In 2006 Chris Sidwells tried to make contact, and this is what happened.