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Michael Vanthourenhout Wins Cyclo-Cross World Cup

Michael Vanthourenhout secured overall victory in the Cyclo-Cross World Cup this past weekend. The Pauwels Sauzen - Cibel Clementines rider did so in style. On Saturday, he finished sixth in Maasmechelen, followed by an impressive second-place finish in Hoogerheide on Sunday. It marks his very first overall win in the most prestigious regularity competition in this discipline!

01/27/2025, 08:12 AM

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Coming Soon: The Omnium Fast – A World-Class Track Bike Designed for Group Events

The Omnium Fast builds on the success of the Arena Fast, with geometry specifically tailored for omnium track events. This Omnium Fast is also the new weapon of choice for Omnium World Champion Lindsay De Vylder.

01/16/2025, 11:00 PM

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Coming Soon: the Triton Fast, an Aerodynamic Race Machine Tailored for Every Triathlete

We are launching the Triton Fast in 2025: an aerodynamic race machine designed for every triathlete. Thanks to its modular design, the Triton Fast can be adapted to various triathlon formats. The longer seat tube ensures a more comfortable position, which can be further customized using the flip chips. With internal drink routing and strategic frame packs, you'll be ready to deliver the most efficient performance!

01/16/2025, 11:00 PM

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New Noah Fast is 8.5 Watts Faster than its Predecessor

In 2025, aerodynamics is everything! Ridley’s aero engineers started from a blank slate to design the third generation of the Noah Fast. The result is a 100% aero bike. At a speed of 50 kilometers per hour, the Noah Fast is 8.5 watts faster than its predecessor. This highlights Ridley's deep-rooted commitment to aerodynamics, continuing their rich legacy!

01/16/2025, 08:00 AM

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Exploring the Belgian National Cyclocross Championship in Our Backyard with National Coach Angelo De Clercq

This Sunday, the Belgian National Cyclocross Championship will take place in our proverbial backyard at the circuit in Zolder. Recent days of rain and snow have transformed the legendary location into a perfect cyclocross course. We went on a reconnaissance with national coach Angelo De Clercq. “I love coming here because the entire site is worthy of a championship,” says the former rider from Waasmunster.

01/09/2025, 01:21 PM

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Sandman Daan Soete crowns himself Belgian beachrace champion

Our sandman Daan Soete crowned himself Belgian beachrace champion last Sunday in Bredene! Ridley Racing Team aims to shine in all offroad disciplines, and when the rider from the Kempen showed interest in this championship, we ensured he had a true beach racer at his disposal. After 57 kilometers of battling the wind, Daan had the strongest final sprint. It’s also the first title for Ridley Racing Team.

12/23/2024, 08:23 AM

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When Cycling and Windsurfing Meet: The Art of Beach Racing

It’s an unusual sight: a crowd of enthusiastic cyclists riding over breakwaters and forming massive echelons on the beach. Beach racing is a discipline that gains popularity every year and held its first Belgian Championship in December 2015. This Sunday, Bredene will be the stage for this spectacular event. We dove headfirst into the world of beach tires and mass starts and spoke with Filip Meirhaeghe and Daan Soete.

12/18/2024, 06:51 PM

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Jelle Geens crowns himself World Champion Ironman 70.3

What no one dared to dream out loud became a reality last Saturday. Jelle Geens crowned himself World Champion 70.3 Ironman in Taupo, New Zealand. The Limburger had just made the transition from Olympic distance to the middle-distance event, and it turned out to be a perfect choice. Ridley also had an absolutely top weekend in the field.

12/16/2024, 10:20 AM

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Nicole Frain Joins Ridley Racing Team with an Eye on Gravel Classics

Ridley Racing Team has strengthened its lineup with Australian gravel cyclist Nicole Frain. The 32-year-old former Australian road champion will compete in gravel classics in 2025, following a successful season that saw her secure second-place finishes in The Gralloch and Houffa Gravel. Frain aims to take her career to the next level with Ridley Racing Team and develop her versatility further.

12/05/2024, 09:00 AM

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Ridley's national cyclocross champions

Cyclocross is in our DNA. We have been dominating the world of sandboxes, mud lanes and bars since the turn of the century. Currently, Ridley has no fewer than six national champions riding around in the field. We would like to introduce these prize beasts to you!

12/03/2024, 07:00 AM

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Michael and Felipe on the Podium in Dublin

This weekend, 'The Ireland Call' resonated in the cyclocross world. Dublin hosted the second round of the World Cup. It was another hugely successful weekend for us, with a victory for Michael Vanthourenhout and a podium finish for Felipe Orts from our very own Ridley Racing Team!

12/02/2024, 08:16 AM

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Two Out of Two for Eli Iserbyt

Eli Iserbyt enjoyed a perfect weekend on the cyclocross circuit. On Saturday, he claimed victory in the Urban Cross in Kortrijk, his home region. A day later, he won the first round of the UCI Cyclocross World Cup by the Scheldt in Antwerp. Unsurprisingly, the Belgian champion now also leads the World Cup standings. As an added bonus, his teammate Michael Vanthourenhout joined him on the podium twice.

11/25/2024, 08:34 AM

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