Read Stories articles from the Caucasus Cycling Network blog.
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Discover the inspiring story of 58-year-old Nukri Diasamidze from Batumi, who completed the Ironman World Championship in Nice, France despite extreme conditions and mechanical challenges.
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Georgian athlete Beka Kvernadze completes his first-ever full IRONMAN triathlon in Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain, finishing in 10h 47min.
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The 2025 Giro d'Italia Women will mark its 36th edition. Explore all the details about the race stages, route, participating riders, and key highlights from Bergamo to Imola.
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Ever wonder why a cyclist flashes two fingers at you? Discover the meaning behind this common bike gesture — a symbol of respect, solidarity, and a wish for safe travels on two wheels.
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Discover Brevet Randonneurs Mondiaux (BRM) — long-distance, non-competitive cycling events focused on endurance and self-reliance. Learn how Georgia became an official BRM host and how you can join this global tradition of randonneuring.
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The 1994 Paris–Roubaix was chaos on wheels—suspension forks, cracked frames, and bold experiments on the brutal cobbles. Relive the race where cycling legends pushed the limits of innovation in the “Hell of the North.”
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Discover the power of Ciclovía—an open-streets movement where cities reclaim roads from cars and give them to people. Inspired by Bogotá, learn how weekly car-free days can transform health, community, and city life.
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After Lado Abkhazava’s bike was stolen, the cycling community rallied together. Zura’s Bike Shop in Kutaisi generously gifted him a new bike—an inspiring gesture for one of Georgia’s most dedicated educators and pro-European voices.
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Is cycling truly “not so Georgian”? Explore how bicycles are portrayed in Georgian advertising, societal perceptions, and the potential of bikes to reshape our cities. Plus, see what marketers think Georgian families aspire to.
