Noel Alimentaria has officially joined the sponsorship roster for La Vuelta, one of cycling’s three Grand Tours. The Girona-based meat processing company finalized the agreement at its headquarters in Sant Joan les Fonts, establishing a partnership that integrates the brand into the race’s commercial infrastructure for the upcoming edition of the competition. Integration into the … Read more
The Tour de France brought professional cycling to the streets of Campdevànol this Monday, as the race’s third stage drew large crowds to the N-260 highway in the Ripollès region. Local spectators and cycling enthusiasts gathered along the route, with many describing the arrival of the event as a historic moment for the town. A … Read more
The Tour de France will pass through the Ripollès region this coming Monday, triggering significant changes to local traffic routines and road access. Local authorities in Ripoll have coordinated with Civil Protection and a group of 30 volunteers to manage the event’s logistical requirements and ensure rider safety along the route. How will the Tour … Read more
Girona to Host Largest Sea Otter Europe Festival for 10th Anniversary Girona will host the largest edition of Sea Otter Europe to date from September 18 to 20 to celebrate the festival’s 10th anniversary. The event will feature expanded exhibition space, an increased number of participating brands and sponsors, and a competitive sports program for … Read more
Caja Rural-Seguros RGA rider Joel Nicolau has been confirmed for the team’s roster for the Tour de France, marking the first time the cyclist will compete in the Grand Tour. The announcement arrived just one day after Nicolau secured a silver medal at the Spanish National Road Championships in Sabiñánigo. A Breakthrough Career Milestone For … Read more
Carlos Sainz Returns to Els Àngels Stretch Nearly 40 Years After Rally Debut, This Time on Bicycle Carlos Sainz returned to the Els Àngels stretch of the Rally Catalunya-Costa Brava nearly 40 years after his debut, this time cycling through the route, according to a statement from his team. The Spaniard, a three-time World Rally … Read more
The Giro d’Italia Conclusion: Analyzing the Narrative of Dominance and the Road to the Tour de France The conclusion of the 2024 Giro d’Italia has left the cycling world recalibrating its expectations for the remainder of the Grand Tour season. While the final stage in Rome provided a spirited sprint victory for Lidl-Trek’s Jonathan Milan, … Read more
The Brutal Reality of La Traka: Endurance, Grit and the 550km Challenge In the world of ultra-endurance gravel cycling, few events command the respect—and fear—of the cycling community quite like La Traka. Based out of Girona, Spain, the festival has cemented its reputation as a premier destination for both professional road racers and gravel specialists. … Read more
Paula Blasi’s Meteoric Rise Sparks Transfer War in Women’s Cycling The landscape of professional women’s cycling has a new focal point, and her name is Paula Blasi. In a matter of months, the 23-year-old Catalan sensation has evolved from a promising talent into the most coveted rider in the peloton, triggering a high-stakes bidding war … Read more
The gravel cycling world has descended upon Girona, Spain, for the 2026 edition of The Traka, Europe’s premier gravel event. Among the high-profile entries for the signature 200km race is Sofia Gómez Villafañe, who returns to the dirt of Catalonia with a target on her back after a dominant performance in the previous edition. The … Read more