Thinking about Peloton but not sure it's the best fit? Explore alternatives – from indoor cycling apps, smart trainers and connected bikes – that may offer more flexibility, better training and lower costs.

The Alpine Panorama Route crosses Switzerland from St. Margrethen in the east to Aigle in the west, linking rolling farmland, historic towns, high passes and the northern foothills of the Alps. With 475 km and around 9,200 m of ascent, it is a serious multi-day ride. On ROUVY, you can take on its Swiss roads and Alpine views from home.

In recent years, indoor training has exploded in popularity. Indoor trainer tech and indoor training platforms like ROUVY have played a big role in this increase by creating a much more engaging user experience. In this guide, we’ll discuss the different types of trainers, how they work, how to choose the right one and the other tools you need to get started.

Insuring personal belongings is typically recommended when there is considerable risk and the cost of replacement would exceed your means. For cyclists, that risk can be significant: many bikes cost into the thousands, meaning accidental damage or theft can be very costly.

We lined up on the rail, ready to leave it all on the track in a team sprint race. The whistle blew, and we dove down the track, wheel to wheel, cadences high and our determination even higher. We gave it everything we had – until our lungs burned and our legs gave out into wobbly, noodly messes. Yet the final sprint was photo-finish close.

Thinking about virtual shifting for your indoor setup? We look at how Zwift Cog & Click differ from a traditional cassette, when the switch makes sense and how it all works with ROUVY.

The 2026 La Vuelta a España is the third Grand Tour of the men's cycling season and marks the race's first-ever start in Monaco. This guide explores how the route unfolds from Monaco to Granada, highlights the climbs and stages most likely to shape the race, and shows where you can ride sections of this year's route on ROUVY.

A cyclocross training plan is a structured programme that develops the endurance, repeated high-intensity efforts, technical bike handling, strength and recovery needed to race cyclocross well. Unlike a standard road cycling plan, it prepares you to accelerate out of corners, tackle obstacles, ride under fatigue and make good decisions when everything feels slightly chaotic.

From your first pair of clipless shoes to a race-ready upgrade, choosing the right cycling shoes doesn't have to be complicated. Here's how to find the best fit for every ride.