Street Fighting Man

From prologue to Paris, DANIEL COYLE followed the reigning champ throughout the 2004 Tour and all the way to victory No. 6. Now he's written a true-life sports thriller about how the Armstrong...

The Discovery Channel Goes Postal

U.S. Postal redefined how a Tour de France team should be built. But with new riders, new sponsorship, and new demands within the sport, can Lance and his teammates live up to their pedigree and grab ...

Hit Squads

Aside from T-Mobile's Jan Ullrich and CSC's Ivan Basso, few of the riders on the 22 teams lining up for the Tour de France have a legitimate shot at winning the whole thing. But there is still the...

The Graduates

From 1996 to 2004, the U.S. Postal Service pro cycling squad, a.k.a. Lance's team, was a veritable Harvard Business School for ascendant cyclists. As lieutenants and workhorses for Armstrong during...

Coming Attraction

Is there a "next Lance" in the American ranks? Meet Craig Lewis, a 20-year-old who still has a long way to go but is already turning heads with his physiological gifts and grit.

The Greatest Moments in Tour History

Quickie Fitness

Shop at Home

Don't fix your dream ride with duct tape and twist ties. Keep it running smoothly with the ultimate home bike garage.

Why are cycling shorts always black?

Why are all biking tights and shorts black? I'm not in mourning! Where can I get more colorful red or blue ones?

Is there a mountain-bike shoe that can double as a hiker?

I'm the type of mountain biker who enjoys venturing off the beaten path; I often have to carry my bike over hills and valleys and I like to stop and explore my...

Wheels Up

How can I get into clipless pedals without falling on my face?

What's the best way to train for getting in and out of clipless bike pedals? New to the road bike, I'm also living in a chaotic city and terrified of falls. Thanks a million!

Pearl Izumi Viper Mountain Bike Shoe

Footwear

Keep the Mojo Flowing

To stay with your game and maintain long-term commitment to fitness inspired by sports, you need to enjoy what you do and set attainable goals to keep yourself motivated. Below is a sport-by-sport...

Valhalla on Wheels

Two guys, ten days, 500 miles by bike through gorgeous Norway. The only rule? No suffering.