European Cyclists'​ Federation’s Post

The global cycling community is gearing up for a truly historic event: the 2025 UCI Road World Championships, which will take place from September 21 to September 28, 2025, in Kigali, Rwanda🇷🇼. This will mark the first time the prestigious championships are held on the African continent, offering a world-class platform for elite cyclists to compete on the challenging roads of the “Land of a Thousand Hills”. With multiple climbs and high altitudes, Kigali’s terrain will push competitors to new limits. Anticipation for the event is already building in Rwanda and among competitors, who will have a chance to ride new heights and take their place in cycling history. For Rwandans, cycling is more than a sport—it is an essential part of everyday life. Across the country, bicycles serve as a primary mode of transport, helping people commute and transport goods across the hilly terrain. Visitors are often struck by the endurance and ingenuity of Rwandans who navigate the country’s roads carrying heavy loads on their bikes. The 2025 UCI Road World Championships are not just significant for Rwanda, but for the entire African continent. This event will showcase Africa’s readiness to host major international sporting events and inspire the growth of cycling across the region. ••• [RDB-Kigali]

Swiss roll: UCI Cycling Women's World Tour. The Tour De Suisse returned in great form. Taking in its usual, stunning route across Switzerland, this #unioncyclisteinternationale challenge is a highly anticipated, challenging stop on the women's world tour. As each year passes, the women's tour gains in popularity. Not just due to increasing fan numbers, but also greater cycling participation across the glove. Leisure cycling, and competitive riding. The latter has been helped by several initiatives directed at boosting the number of females cyclists on the road. Many of these programmes are targeted toward younger riders such as Liv Cycling in Bristol and the numerous girls' clubs in France and Belgium. These help improve stats as countries such as the UK find race participation is just 20% female. London Racing Academy is bucking the trend as the team was created to support older females get into road racing. But it's not all about in-saddle skills. London Academy develops handling skills, race tactics, transparency, access to bike fitting, and support within a growing network of like-minded women. There is also a mentorship programme built around ex and semi-professional riders. The focus is on building confidence and encouraging development to a competitive level good enough for local and regional B races. Then one day, the national series is the goal. As the world's elite race around the Swiss Cantons, it is good to be reminded that participation at all levels of sport is equally valuable. #UCI #cycling #istaa #istaaorg #sportstravel #sportshospitality #goistaamembers #strongertogether

Romania is also the Future of Cycling 🚴 Romanian riders often struggle to gain visibility with pro teams and scouts, finding themselves outside the main team networks. This lack of exposure impacts their opportunities to secure pro contracts. Who will be the next Eduard-Michael Grosu? Grosu was a flagship Romanian rider with several years in a ProTeam, enjoying a fantastic 2019 season with 5 wins, including the Ronde van Limburg in Belgium. In recent years, Mihnea-Alexandru Harasim has been a standout, being the only Romanian rider to finish on the podium of UCI Junior races in 2021 and 2022, with five top 3 finishes. Now 20 years old, Harasim rides at the Continental level with Team Skyline. Another notable talent, Adi Narcis Marcu, shone at the U23 level but struggled to transition to a pro contract. This is why we believe in the potential of the Cambio platform. Here, riders can register for free, share their results, performance data, and articulate their ambitions. Supported by cutting-edge technology, Cambio offers Romanian riders a unique opportunity to be shortlisted by pro teams, paving the way for the future stars of cycling. Let's support and recognize the incredible talent coming out of Romania, and also all the efforts already made by the Romanian Federation. The future of cycling is bright, and Romania is ready to be part of it! 🌟 #Cambio #Scouting #Scout #Talent #RomanianCycling #FutureOfCycling #ProCycling #Romania #Cycling

Strava recently rolled out a cutting-edge route embed feature. This means anyone can now, not only create routes on Strava, but also integrate them on their platform with all the details including a 3D video flyover. 🕹 Cycling in Flanders is one of the best and most advanced use I’ve seen so far of this feature. You can now seamlessly browse all the details of the most iconic and authentic Belgium cobbles classics cycling routes straight from their amazing platform and simply ride them: https://lnkd.in/egz-eZGM   Congrats Ewoud Lagring, Dries Verclyte, Laura Terlaeken for creating such an engaging platform and more broadly the Toerisme Vlaanderen - VISITFLANDERS for believing in such a project that surely does a lot for the region's attractiveness. Suppose you represent a region, an event organizer or a community leader providing outdoor experiences where routes are a central component. In that case, you can head over to this page to scan all the details on how to make the best use of this recent Strava's feature: https://lnkd.in/ejmDQvc2 

The Giro d'Italia 2023 had a major impact on both spectators and the Italian cycling sector: Spectators: Over 2.1 million people attended the race in person, with 7.3% being foreigners. On average, each person watched 2.4 stages. Tourism Effect: 1.8 million people plan to visit places featured in the race, while 618,000 attendees intend to return soon. Cycling Sector Growth: 77% of teams used Made in Italy bicycles or components, boosting producers' revenue by 71% and profits by 52% compared to 2022. Regional Importance: Lombardy and Veneto lead in the production of cycling equipment and components used in the race. The Giro d'Italia drives economic and tourist growth for the regions involved and supports Italy's cycling production sector. #GirodItalia #Cycling #EconomicImpact

🚴♂️[Sports Biz News]📣 UCI and BigMat announce a four-year partnership culminating in the 2027 UCI Cycling World Championships 🎉 The Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) and BigMat Group have announced a four-year partnership that includes seven UCI World Championships starting in 2024. This strategic partnership aims to support the growth and promotion of cycling worldwide, enhancing community engagement and sustainable practices. BigMat, a leader in building materials, will contribute to various UCI World Championships, including road, track, cyclo-cross, and mountain bike events. This collaboration not only highlights the synergy between sports and business but also underscores the importance of corporate social responsibility (CSR) and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles. By supporting these prestigious events, BigMat is demonstrating its commitment to health, sustainability, and community development through cycling. The partnership will begin with the 2024 UCI Road and Para-cycling Road World Championships in Zurich, Switzerland, and continue with the 2025 UCI Road World Championships in Kigali, Rwanda, and the 2026 UCI Road World Championships in Montreal, Canada. Other events include the 2024 UCI Track World Championships in Ballerup, Denmark, the 2025 UCI Cyclo-cross World Championships in Liévin, France, the 2026 UCI Mountain Bike World Championships in Val di Sole, Italy, and culminating with the 2027 UCI Cycling World Championships in Haute-Savoie, France. This partnership not only supports elite cycling but also promotes cycling as a healthy and sustainable activity. By aligning with UCI, BigMat leverages its platform to advocate for sustainable practices and corporate responsibility. 🚴♂️  #glocalsportsnews #sportsmarketing #sportsnews #sportsbusiness #marketing #branding #pr #brandingstrategy #marketingstrategy #prstrategy #businessstrategy #advertising #cycling #roadrace #UCI #BigMat

📣 News alert and “landmark moment” 🎊 : The European Declaration on Cycling was signed yesterday by Adina Valean, Commissioner for Transport, together with Karima Delli, Chair of the Transport Commitee of the European Parliament and Georges Gilkinet, Deputy Prime Minister of Belgium. The declaration recognizes cycling as a sustainable, accessible, and affordable means of transport, with strong added value for the EU economy and our climate goals: ➡ In order for cycling to reach its full potential, it needs to be properly addressed in mobility policies at all levels of governance and funding, transport planning, awareness raising, allocation of space, safety regulations and adequate infrastructure, including a special focus on persons with disabilities or reduced mobility. ➡ Safer and more cycling infrastructure is declared to be essential to attract more people to cycling. ➡ Cycling should play a key role in improving multimodal connectivity and tourism, especially in combination with trains, buses and other modes, both in urban and rural areas. The declaration constitutes a joint political commitment and a strategic compass taken at EU, national, regional and local level across the member states to make cycling more attractive to the public. Thanks to Cycling Industries Europe, European Cyclists' Federation and Confederation of the European Bicycle Industry - CONEBI for their endurance and assertiveness to make our important sector visible in European politics! #BikeSharing #SustainableMobility #BikeSharevolution 

Great short movie from #interregnorthsea to promote the BITS project for the Regiostars Award. Give your vote to BITS (see link in message below) if you also like the movie and our work in the BITS project!

Paris experiences a cycling renaissance, with Le Monde reporting a doubling in bike usage. Deputy Mayor Belliard highlights cycling's integration into Parisian identity, driven by infrastructure expansion. The report delves into the vibrant cycling community, showcasing Paris's commitment to sustainable mobility. https://lnkd.in/edfr7TFz #ParisCyclingRevolution #UrbanMobility #SustainableCities #CommunityCycling #InfrastructureExpansion

🚴♂️ Looking to Join a Cycling Club? Here are Some Top Tips! 🚴♀️ Finding the right cycling club can enhance your riding experience, provide motivation, and help you make new friends. Here are some tips to get you started: Research Local Clubs: Check out clubs in your area and see which ones match your skill level and interests. Attend a Few Rides: Join a few rides to get a feel for the club's vibe and see if it's a good fit. Consider the Schedule: Make sure the club's ride schedule aligns with your availability. Ask About Membership Perks: Some clubs offer discounts at bike shops, training sessions, or social events. Check the Club’s Communication: Good clubs keep members informed about events and changes. Find the perfect cycling community and pedal towards new adventures! 🌟 https://lnkd.in/d3zreF9n #Cycling #CyclingCommunity #BikeLife #CyclingTips #JoinAClub