Velocamp blog

Over the past few years, two names have dominated the world of European cycling getaways: Mallorca and Girona.

Climbing is not just about strength. It is about patience, rhythm, and the quiet determination to keep turning the pedals when everything in your body tells you to stop. It is also where Mallorca comes alive.

Here's how a week of riding in Mallorca unfolds, with six routes that we believe are the best on the island.

Aero bikes, endurance or Gran Fondo bikes, and lightweight climbing bikes. Each one is designed for a different purpose, and knowing the differences can help you pick a machine that actually matches your body, your goals, and the kind of riding you dream of doing.

Riding in a group brings a new level of speed and efficiency, but it also requires focus, awareness, and respect. This blog is designed to help prepare you for exactly that.

While the Vuelta is in full swing, here’s a deep dive into five lessons we can all learn from pro cyclists, inspired by what we’re watching play out on the roads of Spain right now.

We’ve put together a list of ten incredible cycling destinations that offer something for every type of rider.

Here’s a proper deep dive into how to build a lightweight climbing bike without wasting your money.

So, you’ve bought a road bike. It’s probably leaning against the wall right now. It looks fast, maybe a little intimidating.

It’s not about being on a mountain, it’s about simulating the effort. And we’ve got ways to do that.

Bonking is brutal. You feel fine one minute, and then out of nowhere, your legs turn to mush, your head goes foggy, and suddenly even the smallest climb feels like a death march.

If you’ve been to Mallorca in the summer, you’ll know it’s no joke.

Pain, tight quads, getting older… and what I’ve learned about staying mobile as a cyclist.

Right, so you’ve signed up for a week at Velocamp Mallorca — or you’re thinking about it — and now you’re wondering, “What should I do to get ready?”

Last week, SRAM released their updated Force and Rival groupsets. Let’s talk about the new stuff!

To enjoy cycling in Mallorca properly, there are a few things worth knowing before you come.