Spring Classic

Unlike stage races, there’s no tomorrow to fix mistakes. One bad position, one puncture, one hesitation - and the race is over. That’s what gives the Spring Classics their drama, prestige, and cult status. This guide highlights what makes these races unique and introduces the 2026 Spring Classics calendar, along with new ROUVY routes that let you ride their defining terrain from home.

Do riders still double-wrap their handlebars for the Spring Classics? One of the perks of attending Spring Classics in person is seeing all the cool custom and DIY tech. A ton of weird tech hacks that will eventually make their way into the amateurs' world and become a new standard.

Professional cyclists spend months training for the spring classics, which are among the most challenging and thrilling races in the world. Rain, fog, cross-winds, tricky navigation, the full-on nature of the races, as well as crashes make the Spring Classics so intense.