Anne-Marije Rook
Cycling Weekly's North American Editor, Anne-Marije Rook, started out as a newspaper reporter, working in a print newsroom where the coffee was always burnt and clocks running out of time. Originally from The Netherlands, she grew up as a bike commuter but didn't find bike racing until her early twenties. Strengthened by the many miles spent darting around the hilly city of Seattle on a steel single speed, Rook's progression in the sport was a quick one. As she competed at the elite level, her journalism career followed, and soon she became a full-time cycling journalist. She's now been a cycling journalist for 12 years.
These days she's less about competition and more about adventuring, yet there's hardly a day that goes by when she's not found pedaling. For Rook, a good week is when all the bikes in her stable get ridden, from her full-suspension trail bike down to her Brompton and some speedy road miles in between.
Latest articles by Anne-Marije Rook
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‘The success of gravel revolves around the success of the 99%, not the pros’: Gravel is investing in livestreams but does it actually need fandom?There’s a fanbase, yes, but it’s often the same people pinning on a number
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Rene Herse launches 32-inch TPU tube as the big-wheel movement gathers paceFrom Sea Otter prototypes to Cam Jones’ 32-inch Scott at Unbound, oversized wheels have been everywhere this year. Now the supporting ecosystem is starting to catch up
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'One of the brightest young talents in American cycling' - AJ August to ride for Pinarello Q36.5 through 2029'We believe Andrew has all the attributes to become one of the leading riders of his generation,' says Pinarello Q36.5
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From the Tour de France to 12,000 feet: Quinn Simmons to race 100-mile Leadville MTB epicJust weeks after the Tour de France, the three-time US road champion returns to his home-state race, where he finished second as an 18-year-old debutant
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'None of us wants beef': Demi Vollering and Kasia Niewiadoma-Phinney clear the air after heated Tour de France Femmes clashRivals settle Stage 8 dispute after clash over Célia Gery spiralled into online abuse and death threats
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Vollering and teammates fined for urinating in public at Tour de France Femmes – but where are riders supposed to pee?Vollering, Juliette Berthet and Célia Gery were each fined CHF100 after stage 7
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'It was stupid from both of us' – Marlen Reusser questions tactics with Demi Vollering after losing Tour de France Femmes yellowVollering and Reusser spent too much time marking each other as Kasia Niewiadoma rode away
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'Women's cycling is kind of punk rock' - the designer and story behind the Tour de France Femmes’ coolest kitsApparel designer Mckenzie Sampson reveals how ideas, fabrics, rider fittings and dozens of individual pieces become one unmistakable WorldTour kit
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Puck Pieterse rode Mont Ventoux at age 10 – now she aims to beat her time while chasing the Tour de France Femmes polka-dot jerseyThe Dutch rider confirms the mountains classification is now a target as the Tour de France Femmes heads toward the mountains
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'She can win the Tour' - Demi Vollering hails Marlen Reusser after first climbing test at Tour de France FemmesReusser emerges as Tour de France Femmes' third force after a smart ride on Stage 5
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'Closer to the dream': After GC shake-up, Niewiadoma-Phinney says Tour will 'properly start' in the mountainsThe former Tour winner executed her Stage 4 plan to perfection, limiting her losses before the Tour's decisive mountain stages
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Who is Sigrid Haugset? From racing Paris-Roubaix with a broken hip to making Tour de France Femmes historyA former runner. A military reservist. A climbing domestique. Here are 12 things you should know about the yellow jersey wearer
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Best bike bells 2026: I tested dozens of bells and have narrowed it down to just six worth actually buyingI tested dozens of bells for style, function and sound. These are the six best bike bells from my testing for road and off-road cycling in 2026
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Off the Back Podcast: Can barefoot shoes and cycling be compatible?The latest podcast episode explores the 'barefoot movement' and how it might relate, if at all, to cycling
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Is there a place for an all-rounder in today’s gravel world? Look’s G85 Cezal says yesWhile every other brand is becoming increasingly specialised, Look ‘moves away from the white lines and marginal gains’ and it does so very, very well
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The Salsa Wanderosa review: I misunderstood this bike completelyWith full suspension, a Class 3 motor and 2.35" tyres, Salsa's Wanderosa looks like a drop-bar e-MTB. After weeks of riding, I discovered it's something far more interesting
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US Pro Nats: Kate Courtney and Quinn Simmons claim road titlesFor Courtney, the win caps a remarkable transition to road racing; while for Simmons, the victory marks a third elite road race title
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Lael Wilcox abandons Around the World attempt amid health concerns - 'It's kind of a miracle I haven't just passed out'The ultra-endurance cyclist ended her bid to break Mark Beaumont's around-the-world record after suffering heat exhaustion during a European heat wave
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Taylor Knibb, Artem Shmidt win time trial titles on opening day of US Pro Road NationalsOlympic triathlete Taylor Knibb claimed her second elite women's time trial crown in Charleston, while Artem Shmidt successfully defended his men's title
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Factor Bikes doubles down on Modern Adventure Pro Cycling's Tour de France ambitions, becomes co-title sponsorFollowing a breakthrough GC win in Europe, Factor Bikes expands its commitment to George Hincapie’s Tour de France project
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The Cannondale x Team Dream CAAD14 collaboration is wild — and limited to just 100 framesets worldwideJust 100 numbered framesets will be available worldwide, with soft goods to match
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Best bike saddles 2026: Sit more comfortably with these 9 expert-rated bike seatsChoosing a saddle is no easy task, so we have taken the pain out of it by bringing you 9 of the best bike saddles rated and reviewed by our experts
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'An American on the top step of the Tour de France' - Zwift, Canyon and Pedal Mafia launch new U19 development team"It has been over 20 years since a North American rider stood on the top step in Paris, and we are committed to change that," says Zwift's Eric Min
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Best bike bags and boxes 2026: protect and transport your bike with easeRest assured, your bike is protected when travelling with one of these expert-tested best bike bags and boxes
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