Category Archives: Cycling
MONTE GRAPPA
The Monte Grappa is synonymous with the Sportful brand. Describe the location of the headquarters to a cyclist and the general geographical references maybe lost on them. However mention the climbs of Croce d’Aune, Monte Grappa…. A company that’s family owned, still manufacturing, forever innovating. A brand with a rich sporting history and heritage… Collectively …
A different perspective…
Whether you’re looking up or staring down, the landscape of the Dolomites, is nothing but inspiring. For a cyclist, the view, up ahead is the motivation to climb. The vista below completes the satisfaction, seemingly better for having earned it. Climb the Passo Fedaia from the Caprile side and you’ll receive spectacular views of the …
What’s for lunch?
What to do for lunch is always a tough choice and I’m not talking about pizza or pasta… When it comes to lunchtime ride options, the menu is packed! Fonzaso, home to Sportful is located in northern Veneto, Italy and finds itself surrounded by a myriad of roads and dramatic, iconic mountains. The local mountain …
Hot Pack Ultralight Vest
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- Paul testing the HP Ultralight vest on chilly descents
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- Only takes up half a pocket
Happy Feet! – AC Vuelta Sock
One of our favourite additions to the SS14 collection is the AC Vuelta Sock. As with all our best apparel there’s a story behind the product…. “AC” (Alberto Contador) doesn’t just “climb” mountains! His light, fast pedalling action see’s him out of the saddle for prolonged periods of time. Like all the great climbers he’s …
MILAN-SAN REMO: 2014 Preview
Unseasonably cold & severe conditions shaped last year’s Milan – Sanremo and it looks like the weather will play its part once again, this year. With heavy rain forecasted, the correct apparel choices can be crucial in not only surviving the race but also preserving energy for the finale. The Cipressa and Poggio may …
Tirreno-Adriatico: Two stage wins for Contador!
Wow! What a weekend!! 2 stage wins for Alberto Contador at Tirreno-Adriatico! Watching an in-form Contador climb is pretty special and the hilly/near vertical terrain of stage 5 proved a perfect showcase for the talents of the classy Spaniard, putting considerable time into his rivals… Team Tinkoff-Saxo is on a roll! Sportful Export …
Tinkoff Saxo – Tirreno Adriatico preview
There’s been a lot of talk in the Sportful offices these past few days, in the lead up to Tirreno – Adriatico. The prestigious stage race will see a strong line up from Team Tinkoff – Saxo. Suffice to say we’re excited! As any bike racing fan tends to do, we pretend to play the …