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.
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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'If I'd been training I'd have turned around and gone home': the fickle fortunes of ultradistance record breaking
There's literally nowhere to hide, explains ultracyclist James MacDonald
By James Shrubsall Published
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Patrick Lefevere apologises for 'derogatory' remarks about women, avoids fine
'It was never my intention to offend' insists Soudal Quick-Step boss in contrite statement
By James Shrubsall Published
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I rode 200km and was confronted by the folly of middle age
'I must be as good as I once was' is not a reliable maxim when it comes to long rides, it seems
By James Shrubsall Published
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From silver bullets to black holes: Where did all the bling go?
All that glitters may not be gold, but silver doesn't half look good on a bike
By James Shrubsall Published
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Should all drivers put stickers on cars to help keep cyclists safe?
The AA's 'Think Bike' campaign reaches its 10th anniversary and is enjoying some high-profile backers
By James Shrubsall Published
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From narrowing the approach to no Arenberg at all: Six ways to solve Paris-Roubaix's trench problem
The Hell of the North will take a slightly different approach to the Arenberg pavé this year. Here are our alternatives
By James Shrubsall Published
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Evans Cycles store lines its walls with cut-price WiggleCRC stock
Leftover stock being sold off through Wiggle's new stablemate at Mike Ashley's Frasers Group
By James Shrubsall Published
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Wout van Aert posts a walk on Strava, but could he still ride the Giro d'Italia?
Injured rider goes for a short walk while – apparently – considering Grand Tour participation
By James Shrubsall Published
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Can Mathieu van der Poel defend his title at Paris-Roubaix?
Here's your guide to the 'Hell of the North', with start lists, key information, sectors, and riders to watch
By James Shrubsall Published
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Advantage Mathieu van der Poel and Lotte Kopecky at the Tour of Flanders
All the information you need ahead of the biggest Belgian Classic of the year
By James Shrubsall Published
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Italy will use Filippo Ganna's Hour Record bike at the Olympics - and you can buy it for €29,000
The 3D printed Pinarello Bolide, developed from the Italian's Hour smash, will set you back a small fortune
By James Shrubsall Published
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Luis León Sánchez and Greg Van Avermaet the latest retired pros to 'go gravel'
It's a list that only keeps growing, as former WorldTour riders seek to fulfil the competitive urge in a low-pressure environment
By James Shrubsall Published
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Wout van Aert and Demi Vollering return to action at Dwars door Vlaanderen
The final dress rehearsal for the Tour of Flanders sees the bergs and cobbles of Belgium return once more
By James Shrubsall Published
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Jasper Philipsen sprints to victory in Classic Brugge-De Panne
The new Milan-San Remo champion makes it two wins in four days
By James Shrubsall Published
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Rider safety back in focus after Trofeo Alfredo Binda complaints
Riders complained of roads being open to traffic and being forced to DNF
By James Shrubsall Published
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Wiggle's takeover is an opportunity for small bike businesses, says clothing CEO
It's time for the smaller fish to take back customers that Wiggle has traditionally taken from them, says Jake Wright
By James Shrubsall Published
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Build it and they will come: the rise of Zwift
We tracked down the virtual riding platform's top brass to find out how it all began, and where it's going
By James Shrubsall Published
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Five steps to nailing the hardest ride you've ever done
James Shrubsall goes in search of coaching advice for his bucket list mega-ride attempt
By James Shrubsall Published
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'Not revenge but justice': Davide Rebellin's family welcome trial decision
Judges in Vicenza, Italy, reject plea bargain by the truck driver accused of killing the cyclist in 2022
By James Shrubsall Published
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In search of the world's best club jersey: Phoenix Peloton v VC Bristol
Every week we pit two club kits against each other and you get to vote on the best designs
By James Shrubsall Published
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Today your workshop, tomorrow the world: Is the future 3D printed?
From simple home-made gadgets to budget-busting titanium, we delve into the world of 3D printing in cycling
By James Shrubsall Published
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Jonas Vingegaard powers to solo victory on stage five of Tirreno-Adriatico
The Dane also takes the lead on GC after an impressive showing in the mountainous finale
By James Shrubsall Published
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Phil Bauhaus triumphs in tricky finale on stage three of Tirreno-Adriatico
Technical uphill finish catches out Jasper Philipsen as Bahrain Victorious time it perfectly
By James Shrubsall Published
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Juan Ayuso triumphs over TT stars to take stage one of Tirreno-Adriatico
No joy for Filippo Ganna and Jonas Vingegaard on the opening time trial of the race
By James Shrubsall Published