
James Shrubsall
After cutting his teeth on local and national newspapers, James began at Cycling Weekly as a sub-editor in 2000 when the current office was literally all fields.
Eventually becoming chief sub-editor, in 2016 he switched to the job of full-time writer, and covers news, racing and features.
He has worked at a variety of races, from the Classics to the Giro d'Italia – and this year will be his seventh Tour de France.
A lifelong cyclist and cycling fan, James's racing days (and most of his fitness) are now behind him. But he still rides regularly, both on the road and on the gravelly stuff.
Latest articles by James Shrubsall
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British 24-hour Championship time trial to be ultra-riding legend Chris Hopkinson's last race, as a new organiser comes in
'Hoppo' will be hanging up his wheels after the event, which new organiser Tim Smith has big plans for
By James Shrubsall Published
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How to watch the Tour of Britain Women 2025: Everything you need to live stream the British stage race
All the information on broadcasters and live streams for the Tour of Britain Women from Thursday June 5 to Sunday June 8, as a host of global stars descend on the UK
By James Shrubsall Published
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Tour of Britain Women 2025 complete guide: everything you need to know
The UK’s only WorldTour race heads to Scotland, with Lorena Wiebes, Kristen Faulkner and Cat Ferguson
By Tom Davidson Published
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'Another challenging year for the bicycle industry' - Canyon owner reports €38 million loss
Groupe Bruxelles Lambert financial report also indicates that its investment in the company fell by 43% last year
By James Shrubsall Published
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The Gralloch organiser goes European for new Merciless Gravel cycling event
Featuring both a race and a challenge ride, the new event will be based on Kalamata, Greece
By James Shrubsall Published
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'I will come back stronger' - where does Isaac del Toro go from here?
Young Mexican has proved to the world – and himself – that he can take on the best, including his illustrious team-mates
By James Shrubsall Published
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'This is one insane Grand Tour': Mads Pedersen romps to fourth victory on Giro d'Italia stage 13
The Dane battled it out in the final sprint with Wout van Aert and Isaac Del Toro to take an impressive hill-top win
By James Shrubsall Published
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Richard Carapaz soars to solo victory on stage 11 of the Giro d'Italia
Blistering attack on the final climb propels the EF Education rider to the win, with Isaac De Toro holding on to pink
By James Shrubsall Published
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'If that is cheating for them, OK': Johan Museeuw explains gravel DQ
Former Paris-Roubaix and Tour of Flanders winner kicked off Marly Grav results after taking his own detour
By James Shrubsall Published
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Petr Vakoč and Tessa Neefjes crowned winners at The Gralloch UCI gravel race
A flat that needed plugging could not stop Vakoč from taking the title, with close sprint finishes across the board
By James Shrubsall Published
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How to train for your first 100-mile ride: 3 tips and a structured plan for success
Cycling coach Zach Nehr explains how to use a structured training plan to prepare for a 100-mile ride
By Zach Nehr Last updated
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'I gave it too much': sheer wattage sees Lewis Askey unclip on the line as he takes second career win
The Brit sprinted home at the head of the bunch at the 4 Jours de Dunkerque and is now poised to attack the GC
By James Shrubsall Published
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'I've been training for my career for a long time': ultra racing prodigy Alex McCormack on taking the big wins and much more
Young Brit also talks tips for first-timers and training on Zwift for the longest events on latest episode of the Going Long podcast
By James Shrubsall Published
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Hit a plateau in your cycling fitness? It might be time to look past sweet spot training
If sweet spot has become the comfortable option, it might be time to explore your boundaries
By James Shrubsall Published
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Tom Pidcock, Mads Pedersen and Wout van Aert - meet the stage hunters of the Giro d'Italia 2025
An overview of the riders most likely to be crossing the line with their arms in the air this Giro
By James Shrubsall Published
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Giro d'Italia 2025 route: white roads, twin time trials and a huge final week await in May
The three-day Albanian start could shape things early, too
By James Shrubsall Last updated
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Who will win the Giro d'Italia 2025? The GC contenders vying for the pink jersey
From recent winners to wildcards and hopefuls, these are the riders who could wear pink this month
By James Shrubsall Published
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'I didn't expect this': Femke Gerritse powers to stage three Vuelta Femenina sprint victory
The SD Worx-Protime rider also took the overall lead in the process
By James Shrubsall Published
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From hills to city-centre thrills: The Tour of Britain Women route in full
Race builds to a super-tough third stage and culminates in a city centre showdown in Glasgow
By James Shrubsall Published
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'I had the feeling I wasn't good enough any more': Lotte Kopecky reflects candidly on season start and knee injury
Belgian says she was 'really done with the opinions' amid criticism of her spring record
By James Shrubsall Published
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'There's no hack to it': Health comes before cycling performance, insists nutritionist – and why pizza trumps McDonalds
Want to reach your potential on the bike? Get healthy first. Endurance nutritionist Jill Mooney talks to Cycling Weekly's Going Long podcast
By James Shrubsall Published
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'I mainly want to make progress' - Remco Evenepoel motivated for Tour de Romandie aboard new golden bike but plays down expectations
Belgian still on the comeback trail after December crash and a tough day out at last weekend's Liège
By James Shrubsall Published
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How to watch Liège-Bastogne-Liège 2025: Everything you need to live stream the Belgian Monument
All the broadcast information for the last of the Ardennes Classics on April 27 with Tom Pidcock – here's how to watch Liège-Bastogne-Liège online and on TV
By James Shrubsall Last updated
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The sun's out and so am I: why there's no shame in being a fair-weather bike rider
Let's be honest, rain and riding bikes don't mix well – there's nothing wrong with waiting for the sun
By James Shrubsall Published