<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Athletic Affair: Monday Break]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a break and discover the latest news and inspiring stories about outdoor and more. ]]></description><link>https://culture.athleticaffair.co/s/monday-break</link><image><url>https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!w1ar!,w_256,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdadf2af3-1ea7-46b9-801b-5bb520dd7ea8_1222x1222.png</url><title>Athletic Affair: Monday Break</title><link>https://culture.athleticaffair.co/s/monday-break</link></image><generator>Substack</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:16:31 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://culture.athleticaffair.co/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><copyright><![CDATA[Athletic Affair]]></copyright><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><webMaster><![CDATA[athleticaffair@substack.com]]></webMaster><itunes:owner><itunes:email><![CDATA[athleticaffair@substack.com]]></itunes:email><itunes:name><![CDATA[Athletic Affair]]></itunes:name></itunes:owner><itunes:author><![CDATA[Athletic Affair]]></itunes:author><googleplay:owner><![CDATA[athleticaffair@substack.com]]></googleplay:owner><googleplay:email><![CDATA[athleticaffair@substack.com]]></googleplay:email><googleplay:author><![CDATA[Athletic Affair]]></googleplay:author><itunes:block><![CDATA[Yes]]></itunes:block><item><title><![CDATA[Monday Break - Issue 190]]></title><description><![CDATA[From Milan to Chiang Mai]]></description><link>https://culture.athleticaffair.co/p/monday-break-issue-190</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://culture.athleticaffair.co/p/monday-break-issue-190</guid><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:18:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!PMeT!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fda2f33d1-c8ea-4e20-b98c-9059d33fc5ce_1365x2048.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3><strong>mileSTONES Milan &amp; Chiang Mai by Amazfit</strong></h3><p>Two more amazing stops for the mileSTONES tour by Amazfit.</p><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/da2f33d1-c8ea-4e20-b98c-9059d33fc5ce_1365x2048.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/52066a68-af33-44dd-9883-9034efee4b8c_6000x4000.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/1e2cb118-60a1-4887-b318-f22bb937e1ee_4000x6000.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/511afbd1-01c6-4225-beb1-f73f2951f98a_1456x474.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>Last week, our team connected with the local running communities in <strong>Milan</strong> and <strong>Chiang Mai, </strong> two very different places, but with the same energy and passion for running.</p><p>More than 60 people joined each run to test the Amazfit Cheetah 2 Ultra and take part in the Run to Unlock experience on the road to Chamonix.</p><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/2c5bf618-3a92-4545-be47-912ef9b604d2_4000x6000.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/bdba9d6c-a4bd-4cbb-9d4a-525f98a95393_1365x2048.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/e0f01ea1-fa88-4e67-8d97-aa2da6682356_1365x2048.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/cd566132-3609-4715-88bf-89539d5de241_1456x474.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>For us as a team, it&#8217;s always special to spend time with these communities and meet some of the people we&#8217;ll see again running the trails in Chamonix.</p><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/bfd31bad-fae7-493f-a3ff-9e11b5ede8b7_6000x4000.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/0c540bdb-81cb-4969-9fc6-386e983d0083_4000x6000.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/c94e6fc2-ee7f-429b-83de-cc59b98d3c08_6000x4000.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/1d547866-c4c4-4b14-8f3d-d00823c775a7_1456x474.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p><strong>Next stops: Paris &amp; London.</strong></p><div><hr></div><h2><strong>Muzcali goes YouTube!</strong></h2><p>Our friend Muzcali just launched her YouTube channel, and her first video follows her amazing adventure at Saha Gravel.</p><p>Muzcali and gravel? 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GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!g34S!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ffb6d61a7-4a79-46ff-9af2-0b89a3e49138_427x640.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3><strong>mileSTONES Berlin by Amazfit</strong></h3><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/fb6d61a7-4a79-46ff-9af2-0b89a3e49138_427x640.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/cc789682-295e-48e8-92db-6f7fb70cc835_427x640.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/e7b10dd4-4835-4708-8ef9-8ccdc4ad4b13_427x640.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/b0f5b4a0-9240-47c3-a08e-62472be71418_1456x474.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p><span>Every journey to Chamonix starts long before the mountains appear.</span><br><br><strong><span>Berlin was where it all began</span></strong><span>. You don&#8217;t earn your </span><strong><span>mileSTONES</span></strong><span> by running faster. You earn them by running smarter.</span><br><br><span>Precision over pace. Control over chaos.And the discipline to trust your data. Every stop brings us one step closer to Chamonix.</span></p><div class="image-gallery-embed" 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Brompton</h3><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/webp&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/ff8996d8-9f36-4a68-94c6-636578aed2e1_960x640.webp&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/webp&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/ff8996d8-9f36-4a68-94c6-636578aed2e1_960x640.webp&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>Decathlon PULSE, the investment and innovation arm of Decathlon, and Brompton, the world-leading and iconic folding bike brand, announce a strategic partnership to accelerate the adoption of cycling as a core solution for urban mobility.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.decathlon-united.media/pressfiles/decathlon-pulse-and-brompton-partnership&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Read full article&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.decathlon-united.media/pressfiles/decathlon-pulse-and-brompton-partnership"><span>Read full article</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3>Adapting to the hottest Le Tour in history</h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!3hBj!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdb6c2578-de97-4fcc-92b5-129d91b4ba25_2062x1276.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" 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The margins are getting smaller, and performance now starts long before riders get on the bike.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7432442/2026/07/09/tour-de-france-extreme-temperatures/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Full article by The Athletic&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7432442/2026/07/09/tour-de-france-extreme-temperatures/"><span>Full article by The Athletic</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3>MOUV community run Manila</h3><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/559eefe4-e32b-4c2a-8504-6f7c6d8585eb_1280x874.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/559eefe4-e32b-4c2a-8504-6f7c6d8585eb_1280x874.jpeg&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>We were back for another community run at <strong>MOUV</strong>, our home in the Philippines, this time alongside <strong>Not a Run Club and Saucony</strong>. Runners had the chance to test the brand&#8217;s latest models while enjoying a fun morning of smiles, great conversations, and a little rain at Ayala Car-Free. See you at the next one!</p><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/7e2e6654-9cec-416f-b9e0-a9a252f9cb90_427x640.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/2f8ece00-4ae6-4746-ad5b-7c79aad3cf2d_427x640.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/09da0b36-8d28-47fc-926c-1439803fb4b9_427x640.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/766a38d2-285f-41bb-9af3-12c77f3647ce_1456x474.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><div><hr></div><h3>Brands Miss Out 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12:51:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/9d845edf-5722-4059-a0f3-09871adbee1e_2048x1365.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3>CASA GOBIK &#8211; GRAND D&#201;PART BARCELONA</h3><p>Last week, Casa Gobik became our home in Barcelona during the Grand D&#233;part of the Tour de France.</p><p>Designed as an open meeting point for the cycling community, Casa Gobik welcomed riders, media, partners and cycling fans throughout the week, creating a space where everyone could experience the brand beyond the product.</p><h3>St. Ali Coffee Corner</h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!NPji!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fecb83d40-99c5-4b7b-9a5f-1db16340de36_2048x1365.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div 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stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>Throughout the venue, visitors could discover three permanent activations. <br><strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/st_ali/">ST. ALI Coffee Roasters</a></strong> landed in Europe for the first time with an exclusive pop-up serving its renowned specialty coffee. </p><h3>BOX55 - Carlos Sainz</h3><p>The Carlos Sainz corner challenged visitors to test their reaction time through the <strong>BOX55</strong> experience while discovering the new Carlos Sainz x Gobik collection. </p><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/e2026b4c-4e70-436d-8e76-14d732b05dbe_1080x1440.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/dd5253bb-6bd2-4bd4-8bec-71df67f04262_1365x2048.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/57bce737-30ea-480c-aae8-39d67773ab32_1456x720.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><h3>From Yecla to Barcelona Exhibition</h3><p>The <em><strong>From Yecla to Barcelona</strong></em><strong> </strong>exhibition offered an inside look at how Gobik designs, develops and manufactures every garment, showcasing the craftsmanship and innovation behind the brand.</p><div><hr></div><h3>Opening day - Coffee &amp; Aerodynamics</h3><p>Casa Gobik officially opened its doors on Wednesday with a <strong>cupping workshop hosted by ST. ALI Coffee Roasters</strong>, bringing together media, creators and friends of the brand to discover the stories and flavours behind its coffee.</p><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/3048342b-9ed0-456f-a3aa-29276609e638_2048x1365.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/29b57e41-6085-419a-8969-428a81c701ad_2048x1365.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/2a1b652d-3d52-40f8-9f0d-2cea4779483f_2048x1365.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/f60ef15b-7e6f-44e9-8aa0-960e10d932f2_1456x474.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>That same day, together with <strong>Velodrom</strong>, we organised a social ride through Barcelona that finished at <strong>Casa Gobik</strong>, where riders joined the rest of the community to continue enjoying the opening day.</p><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/40949978-36f8-4393-a585-84dd1b398034_2048x1365.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/8a0632bd-bdae-4de3-881a-42ea7891472b_1365x2048.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/b3b1341c-d699-439b-9153-9257abfcf912_1365x2048.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/c0571e53-cc16-4e24-aba6-e31e9d2efeae_1456x474.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>The day concluded with a <strong>special talk</strong> featuring <strong>Scott Drawer, Performance Director at INEOS Grenadiers</strong>, who shared insights into the role of aerodynamics in modern professional cycling. The session also marked the exclusive pre-launch of <strong>Gobik&#8217;s new Supersonica collection</strong>, offering attendees a first look at the research, development and performance philosophy behind our latest aerodynamic apparel.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!dVZ1!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F1618c3a3-1114-4048-a365-2038cbdc172f_2048x1365.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!dVZ1!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F1618c3a3-1114-4048-a365-2038cbdc172f_2048x1365.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!dVZ1!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F1618c3a3-1114-4048-a365-2038cbdc172f_2048x1365.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!dVZ1!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F1618c3a3-1114-4048-a365-2038cbdc172f_2048x1365.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!dVZ1!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F1618c3a3-1114-4048-a365-2038cbdc172f_2048x1365.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!dVZ1!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F1618c3a3-1114-4048-a365-2038cbdc172f_2048x1365.jpeg" width="1456" height="970" 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We hosted an <strong>exclusive runway </strong>presentation where selected media, partners and special guests&#8212;including <strong>Alberto Contador</strong>&#8212;were given a first look at the brand&#8217;s <strong>WARM 2027</strong> collection and the innovations that will shape the seasons ahead.</p><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/ef8d1faa-b361-4e53-9a2f-16fa060e9272_2048x1365.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/2fd15b3c-8abb-4964-afeb-4b57dcbc1922_2048x1365.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/b2c9a64e-c080-4f3f-8f27-e2b7b915fb42_2048x1365.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/04c4fbf7-4bf0-4c61-819b-c3735ebb3e77_2048x1365.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/fc9b9bbe-0ce4-438f-94e8-b7979efbf839_1365x2048.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/970dd2e3-8efa-4ed2-8529-cc8bffc3f5bf_2048x1365.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/0448bba5-0265-4df7-bfc8-9d04b232e37d_1456x964.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>As night fell, <strong>Casa Gobik </strong>transformed once again to host <strong>The One Off Night</strong>, an intimate event celebrating one of the brand&#8217;s most ambitious projects to date. Guests enjoyed a relaxed evening designed to immerse them in the world of <em>The One Off</em>&#8212;an exclusive collection that pushes <strong>Gobik</strong> beyond anything the brand has created before, showcasing a new level of creativity, craftsmanship and premium design.</p><div><hr></div><h3>Friday - Casa Custom</h3><p>On Friday, we opened <strong>Casa Custom</strong>, an interactive activation where visitors could <strong>personalise Gobik tote bags and flags</strong> with a selection of exclusive Tour-inspired designs. Throughout the day, cycling fans created their own unique souvenirs to celebrate the Grand D&#233;part, taking home a personalised keepsake ahead of the race's official start the following day.</p><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/heic&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/11f3a31b-00dc-4d68-9640-4202d9528312.heic&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/405cb212-48a6-4717-82be-9e33cb4e3b51_780x548.png&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/018e42fc-b698-4640-8123-7bf1dc1534f4_784x872.png&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/155a83fb-9dd6-4427-9d6e-da092595a258_1456x474.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><div><hr></div><h3>Saturday - Grand D&#233;part with Rouleur</h3><p>Saturday was finally <strong>Grand D&#233;part Day</strong> in Barcelona, and <strong>Casa Gobik</strong> was at the heart of the celebrations.</p><p>In partnership with <strong>Rouleur</strong>, we continued the <strong>Casa Custom</strong> activation while welcoming the community for a live podcast recording featuring <strong>Ally Wollaston from FDJ&#8211;SUEZ</strong>. More than a conversation about racing, the session offered a closer look at the people behind the sport, giving fans the opportunity to hear directly from one of the peloton&#8217;s rising stars in an intimate setting.</p><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/9f157ce2-f10e-495b-9ddc-48ffa5f57d2a_1080x1440.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/0b7ab621-3485-4f50-a808-4a2d35e9dd62_1080x1440.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/2839df82-cdcd-4d54-ae0a-73bd70b52375_1080x1440.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/5c9e2fb8-11fc-4e0d-bb2d-8cb79c84398e_1365x2048.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/e368734a-d259-4b63-8b91-b9fffca9c97f_2048x1365.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/ad4ba903-5c1b-4b76-bd7d-c728df9578c8_2048x1365.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/c87ffb3e-4853-4b0c-94d4-f481ee32460b_1456x964.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>Following the podcast, the action moved outside as we gathered our community at the <strong>Gobik Cheering Point on Passeig de Gr&#224;cia </strong>to support the riders during the opening stage of the Tour de France. The day concluded back at<strong> Casa Gobik</strong>, where we watched the stage finish together before celebrating an unforgettable Grand D&#233;part with an <strong>after-party</strong>, pizzas and drinks shared with friends, partners and the cycling community.</p><div><hr></div><h3>Sunday - Run &amp; Cheer - Closing</h3><p>Sunday marked the final day of Casa Gobik, bringing an unforgettable week in Barcelona to a close.</p><p>The morning began with another coffee cupping experience hosted by the team at <strong>ST. ALI Coffee Roasters</strong>, before we joined <strong>Curv</strong> for a community run through the city towards Montju&#239;c, where <strong>Stage 2</strong> of the <strong>Tour de France</strong> concluded with a finish that will be remembered for years to come.</p><div class="image-gallery-embed" 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moments, inspiring conversations and countless shared experiences. <br><br>Thank you to everyone who visited, rode, ran, cheered, shared a coffee or simply stopped by to be part of it. <strong>The Grand D&#233;part</strong> was a celebration of cycling, and we&#8217;re proud to have experienced it alongside such an incredible community. <br><br>See you at the next one!</p><div><hr></div><p>Thanks for reading our Monday Break! </p><h5>Subscribe to receive new posts :)</h5><h5></h5><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://culture.athleticaffair.co/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://culture.athleticaffair.co/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monday Break - Issue 187]]></title><description><![CDATA[Grand D&#233;part is coming home and here you'll find what is going on!]]></description><link>https://culture.athleticaffair.co/p/monday-break-issue-187</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://culture.athleticaffair.co/p/monday-break-issue-187</guid><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:43:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!FQs_!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F9435eb72-6eef-4ed6-98fd-06ba652c1073_1600x800.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3>CASA GOBIK BARCELONA - GRAND D&#201;PART 26</h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!FQs_!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F9435eb72-6eef-4ed6-98fd-06ba652c1073_1600x800.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" 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Together, we curate and develop projects to have a better impact on our planet and society.&quot;,&quot;photo_url&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/771adae3-02c5-4e88-879f-5319adae2ed2_4500x4500.png&quot;,&quot;is_guest&quot;:false,&quot;bestseller_tier&quot;:null}],&quot;post_date&quot;:&quot;2026-06-22T07:43:19.728Z&quot;,&quot;cover_image&quot;:&quot;https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!OfOM!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff4e3a281-5b3f-45ab-8ea4-c3f159e941f2_900x1124.jpeg&quot;,&quot;cover_image_alt&quot;:null,&quot;canonical_url&quot;:&quot;https://culture.athleticaffair.co/p/wilier-triestina-120-years-forward&quot;,&quot;section_name&quot;:&quot;Press Room&quot;,&quot;video_upload_id&quot;:null,&quot;id&quot;:203053140,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;newsletter&quot;,&quot;reaction_count&quot;:0,&quot;comment_count&quot;:0,&quot;publication_id&quot;:1516424,&quot;publication_name&quot;:&quot;Athletic Affair&quot;,&quot;publication_logo_url&quot;:&quot;https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!w1ar!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdadf2af3-1ea7-46b9-801b-5bb520dd7ea8_1222x1222.png&quot;,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;youtube_url&quot;:null,&quot;show_links&quot;:null,&quot;feed_url&quot;:null}"></div><div><hr></div><h3>Thanks for reading our Monday Break! </h3><h5>Subscribe to receive new posts :)</h5><h5></h5><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://culture.athleticaffair.co/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://culture.athleticaffair.co/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monday Break - Issue 186]]></title><description><![CDATA[When speed meets culture and performance defines identity.]]></description><link>https://culture.athleticaffair.co/p/monday-break-issue-186</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://culture.athleticaffair.co/p/monday-break-issue-186</guid><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:08:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!ezq1!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F50706116-b9bd-442d-b4a7-824ffc962881_1500x1125.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3>Rod Farvard Win's Trail100 Andorra by UTMB</h3><div id="youtube2-NZfM-Xr_Aro" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;NZfM-Xr_Aro&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/NZfM-Xr_Aro?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><blockquote><p><strong>Rod Favard</strong> took victory at <strong>Trail 100 Andorra by UTMB</strong>, delivering a strong performance across one of the toughest races on the UTMB World Series calendar.</p><p>A special result for us, as Rod was the very first athlete we signed for Amazfit. Watching his journey and continued success makes us incredibly proud. Congratulations, Rod.</p></blockquote><div><hr></div><h3>Lidl-Trek &amp; Cyclowax &#8220;chain management&#8221; Corner</h3><div id="youtube2-JC2K2ZHzEgI" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;JC2K2ZHzEgI&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/JC2K2ZHzEgI?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><blockquote><p>What started as a switch to hot wax has evolved into something much bigger at Lidl-Trek. Together with Cyclowax, the team has developed a dedicated <strong>"Hot Wax Corner"</strong> at its service course&#8212;a complete chain management system designed to track, measure, rewax, break in and prepare hundreds of chains throughout the season. More than a maintenance process, it reflects how marginal gains are increasingly being found in repeatable systems and operational efficiency, turning one of cycling's most overlooked components into a carefully managed performance asset.</p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.cyclowax.com/blogs/education/how-the-lidl-trek-pros-prep-their-chains&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Check it out!&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.cyclowax.com/blogs/education/how-the-lidl-trek-pros-prep-their-chains"><span>Check it out!</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3>World Cup kits become a cultural battleground</h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" 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From heritage-inspired designs to bold artistic statements, brands are increasingly using kits to tell stories about identity, culture and national pride. Football Kit Archive's rankings have sparked debate among fans, while designs from countries such as Japan, Belgium, Spain and Cura&#231;ao have emerged as some of the tournament favourites. In an era where jerseys are worn as much off the pitch as on it, the World Cup has become one of the biggest stages for sportswear design and brand storytelling.</p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.footballkitarchive.com/world-cup-kits-2026-l308/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Check them out!&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.footballkitarchive.com/world-cup-kits-2026-l308/"><span>Check them out!</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3><strong>A kit built around identity - Gobik Custom</strong></h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!rX9r!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F07e3bb1c-288a-450d-bd79-c87025579620_906x466.webp" 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Working with ambassador <strong>Mark Heij</strong>, the brand developed a one-off kit inspired by the bold graphics, colours and visual identity of iconic football jerseys. The result is a design that blends two sporting cultures while reflecting a broader trend across cycling: the growing influence of football, fashion and streetwear on performance apparel.</p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://gobik.com/en/blogs/gobik-stories/how-mark-heij-custom-bike-was-made&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Check it out!&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://gobik.com/en/blogs/gobik-stories/how-mark-heij-custom-bike-was-made"><span>Check it out!</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3><strong>&#8220;Tested On The Tour Divide&#8221; - Maeghan Prototype Bags</strong></h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" 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Over three days, participants joined a packed program of activities including cycling, running, tennis, paddle yoga, HIIT sessions and recovery experiences, all set against the Mediterranean backdrop of the Costa Brava.</p><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/d8bafe0d-2dc7-495b-844c-52cee96b1f40_1365x2048.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/f4f9bf76-0d67-4f84-aa2e-273fc2093c4f_1365x2048.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/01a36417-a18a-461d-b908-6717c5c7132d_1365x2048.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/5a7bb5f0-91ca-4c1c-9a2a-f22a3504dad2_1365x2048.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/017773b2-6283-4cc0-a463-6e4e33cf70e9_1365x2048.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/8a7775fa-a82a-414a-a1d6-9d879b0ae29c_1365x2048.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/7b8647f8-e90e-4437-b46f-2a162a4db50d_1456x964.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>We brought together leading brands such as On, Gobik, ISDIN, Wilson, Amazfit, 226ERS and Caf&#233; de Finca, alongside athletes, ambassadors, influencers and content creators who helped shape the experience both on and off the field. More than a sporting event, ZEL Sport Fest was designed as a space to connect through movement, discover new activities and share experiences with like-minded people.</p><p>A weekend that once again demonstrated how sport continues to evolve beyond performance&#8212;becoming a platform for community, wellbeing and meaningful connections.</p><div><hr></div><h3>Philippine Gravel Nationals</h3><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/99adaede-9331-4463-a3a2-d12f1d8478b6_1080x1350.png&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/e5eeb166-d6d4-44f5-9735-dc80d8ad2884_1080x1350.png&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/43e9fb3d-3809-4393-b443-3780b47a08c2_1080x1350.png&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/903e3183-9912-4751-ab92-7aa1fc2c3bf9_1080x1350.png&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/dcfb50d5-98e9-4369-a054-1c52b7b72291_1080x1350.png&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/848d41df-8d59-4096-9ba9-fee76a652a44_1080x1350.png&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/11544abf-7217-48d7-97b6-310feae42e6e_1456x964.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><blockquote><p><strong>Philippine gravel is getting faster.</strong><br><br><strong>OVRLND GRVL</strong> in Clark delivered 110 kilometers of river crossings, climbs, and fast gravel. This year, the stakes were higher: national titles on the line and slots to the 2026 UCI Gravel World Championships in Nannup, Australia waiting at the finish.<br><br>Congratulations to the national champions, and to every rider who fought through the heat, pressure, and hard racing.<br><br>As for us, MO&#218;V Gravel Racing lined up, raced hard, and took the lessons home. We came back with stories, notes, and a clearer view of where Philippine gravel is headed.</p></blockquote><div><hr></div><h3><strong>Trail Running&#8217;s Cultural Expansion</strong></h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!YyLQ!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F307fcc20-1b99-48c3-8d20-6e96e90f2da7_1200x800.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!YyLQ!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F307fcc20-1b99-48c3-8d20-6e96e90f2da7_1200x800.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!YyLQ!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F307fcc20-1b99-48c3-8d20-6e96e90f2da7_1200x800.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!YyLQ!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F307fcc20-1b99-48c3-8d20-6e96e90f2da7_1200x800.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!YyLQ!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F307fcc20-1b99-48c3-8d20-6e96e90f2da7_1200x800.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!YyLQ!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F307fcc20-1b99-48c3-8d20-6e96e90f2da7_1200x800.jpeg" width="1200" height="800" 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As road races and marathon medals flood social feeds, more runners are heading off-road in search of something less performative and more personal. <br><br>Fueled by a desire for nature, community and meaningful experiences, trail running is attracting a new generation of participants while reshaping opportunities across apparel, footwear, events and media. The result is a fast-growing category where lifestyle, identity and performance increasingly overlap.</p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://insider.fitt.co/trail-runnings-cultural-expansion/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Check it out!&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://insider.fitt.co/trail-runnings-cultural-expansion/"><span>Check it out!</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3>Training for a hotter future</h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!qxSl!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fadc5340c-8510-4b5a-bdcb-1e36d0888b77_1200x675.webp" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" 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Elite teams are now treating heat adaptation much like nutrition or recovery&#8212;integrating acclimation protocols, environmental simulations and real-time monitoring into their training plans. The result is a growing divide between those prepared for a warmer world and those simply reacting to it, as climate resilience becomes an increasingly important competitive advantage in sport.</p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.techradar.com/pro/the-athletes-who-will-thrive-in-a-hotter-world-are-already-training-differently&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Read it Here&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.techradar.com/pro/the-athletes-who-will-thrive-in-a-hotter-world-are-already-training-differently"><span>Read it Here</span></a></p><div><hr></div><div class="digest-post-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;nodeId&quot;:&quot;b3f0d4de-cb3b-44ff-9ff7-1918b72ef9ab&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;The One Off arrives as New Line for advanced exploration, where cycling engineering converges with avant-garde design and contemporary culture.&quot;,&quot;cta&quot;:null,&quot;showBylines&quot;:true,&quot;showDescription&quot;:true,&quot;showImage&quot;:true,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;lg&quot;,&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;The One Off&quot;,&quot;publishedBylines&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:112616249,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;Athletic Affair&quot;,&quot;bio&quot;:&quot;Athletic Affair connects people, brands and collectives around sport. 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Through <strong>Fantasy Gravel</strong>, thousands of people followed every attack, puncture, comeback and finish line moment, helping us bring the race closer to gravel fans everywhere.</p><p>A huge thank you to everyone who played along, supported the platform, and to the riders and team managers who always find a moment for us, even during the busiest week of the season. And of course, congratulations to the <strong>LifeTime and Unbound</strong> teams for delivering another unforgettable event.</p><div><hr></div><h3>KASK Carbo-Loading</h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!YG9U!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F87c887b0-9919-45ea-9391-2edce9f94849_7008x4672.heic" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!YG9U!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F87c887b0-9919-45ea-9391-2edce9f94849_7008x4672.heic 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!YG9U!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F87c887b0-9919-45ea-9391-2edce9f94849_7008x4672.heic 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!YG9U!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F87c887b0-9919-45ea-9391-2edce9f94849_7008x4672.heic 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!YG9U!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F87c887b0-9919-45ea-9391-2edce9f94849_7008x4672.heic 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!YG9U!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F87c887b0-9919-45ea-9391-2edce9f94849_7008x4672.heic" width="1456" height="971" 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stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>We started the week the<strong> Italian way</strong>.</p><p>Together with <strong>KASK</strong>, we launched a carbo-loading activation designed to bring a taste of <em>Italy to Kansas</em>. Pizza inspired by KASK helmet colours, packs of pasta for riders, and plenty of pre-race conversations created the perfect atmosphere ahead of race day.</p><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/a0243352-61a4-4723-82b4-af5bfc2b86fa_4672x7008.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/e7756f83-befc-4298-84b8-827021b43c51_4672x7008.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/f107d0b5-5874-4602-b34f-62280ceaef09_4672x7008.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/538378bf-2f83-491d-a6b1-ff7c86becc58_1456x474.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>We also visited the <strong>Velocio/Enve</strong> and <strong>The Grip</strong> houses, where the <strong>KASK</strong> team cooked for athletes and staff, bringing a little piece of Italian hospitality to Emporia.</p><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/453d3c4f-36fd-4f30-ab2e-c0417c7a9ff6_427x640.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/8570e38d-55ed-4ba6-a5d7-56c2a9b17dfc_3989x5984.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/5c3b8c8a-7ff7-4e7c-9a18-599863d53c04_427x640.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/05567617-9065-470f-84dd-f3f1aab1ce6a_1456x474.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>After all, pasta makes people happy, and maybe a little faster too &#128578;</p><div><hr></div><h3><strong>Apidura racing Mood</strong></h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!v4Mt!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb9e44618-39b0-448b-998a-5f6b5a0adfdc_7008x4672.heic" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!v4Mt!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb9e44618-39b0-448b-998a-5f6b5a0adfdc_7008x4672.heic 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!v4Mt!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb9e44618-39b0-448b-998a-5f6b5a0adfdc_7008x4672.heic 848w, 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this project, and <strong>Unbound</strong> once again reminded us how special the gravel community can be.</p><p>Congratulations to every rider who lined up and pushed their limits out there. The XL and Unbound 200 delivered another weekend of incredible racing, emotion and stories worth telling.</p><p><strong>We love gravel racing.</strong></p><div><hr></div><h3><strong>On Squad Race Barcelona </strong></h3><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/0e5986be-7845-4449-aa68-238c78e630cf_480x640.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/2c214f1f-8bc8-49b2-9368-5b19fc8624d7_480x640.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/4985b664-853c-4fbf-a93f-15d66c8d9987_480x640.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/09773f90-1762-4e1c-a230-d1ad6aabc754_1456x474.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>Last Friday, <strong>Barcelona</strong> played host to another edition of the <strong>On Squad Race</strong>, bringing together runners from across Spain, France and Italy for an evening of pure team racing.</p><p>Set against the backdrop of the iconic Castell de Montju&#239;c, 48 squads and 192 runners took on a demanding 4x4 relay format. Short, explosive efforts, quick transitions and no room for mistakes made for a race where teamwork was just as important as speed.</p><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/ee06e9e6-66c3-445c-b9d0-dce2e86efc63_640x480.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/d724cac3-cefb-4061-a3ed-ebfe810d1c59_640x480.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/d3aad19d-ed52-45e0-bd91-03f9ba261ede_480x640.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/5a05662a-8647-4d09-ba7e-82af6b182abe_1456x474.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>Running on the new Cloudmonster 3, every athlete gave everything for their squad, chasing not only the win but also a place at the <strong>World Final in Los Angeles</strong>.</p><p>After an intense battle on the castle grounds, <strong>Jolie Foul&#233;e</strong> emerged as the fastest team of the day, securing their ticket to represent their city on the global stage in LA.</p><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/17d5c994-efaa-4b84-a2f5-e487d7d952a1_480x640.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/e3214889-6003-4a6f-95b7-6571056db410_480x640.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/cf7ad2fb-b56c-4c7d-bbca-9dcd35c52ea0_480x640.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/6e64fa55-ff6a-490b-aa90-986ac86e7813_1456x474.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>Another great project supporting our client <strong>On</strong>, helping bring communities together through sport and creating experiences that go far beyond race day.</p><p>A great reminder that while running may often feel like an individual sport, some of the best moments happen when you race together.</p><div><hr></div><h3>Thanks for reading our Monday Break! </h3><h5>Subscribe to receive new posts :)</h5><h5></h5><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://culture.athleticaffair.co/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://culture.athleticaffair.co/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monday Break - Issue 183]]></title><description><![CDATA[From MTB crowds in Europe to gravel roads in Kansas &#8212; the journey continues.]]></description><link>https://culture.athleticaffair.co/p/monday-break-issue-183</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://culture.athleticaffair.co/p/monday-break-issue-183</guid><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 09:34:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!EZnG!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F7345e478-1ffe-4b62-87f2-15b094a5c2bf_2000x1333.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3>Gobik Tattoo Party at Nov&#233; M&#283;sto</h3><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/7345e478-1ffe-4b62-87f2-15b094a5c2bf_2000x1333.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/43e0cc3c-3ac4-4000-93f4-18cd64faf0bd_1333x2000.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/f7d7affe-d8d9-454f-8699-d49a21006778_2333x3500.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/9bff2bdd-d986-4f80-a3ea-91ee8137c9a1_2333x3500.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/1820d326-0208-4cda-8a6c-317f98fe9d79_1200x1600.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/efbaf747-a5a4-4f49-aba2-6655d38bfb76_2333x3500.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/ecc38c0b-acbb-4a6b-88ce-144847d934fa_1456x964.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><blockquote><p>This weekend at the UCI World Cup in Nov&#233; M&#283;sto, Gobik transformed its stand into a full-on celebration of cycling culture with the <em><strong>Speed Tattoo</strong></em> activation. Throughout the weekend, riders, fans and visitors stopped by to get custom temporary tattoos, turning the space into one of the liveliest meeting points of the event. </p></blockquote><div><hr></div><h3><strong>Is Taiwan&#8217;s bike industry losing its luster?</strong></h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Qnzj!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F63165fde-592a-42e2-b164-54081518c108_1096x378.heic" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Qnzj!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F63165fde-592a-42e2-b164-54081518c108_1096x378.heic 424w, 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From the rapid rise of China&#8217;s e-bike giants to a growing push in Europe to reshore manufacturing, Taiwan&#8217;s bike industry is entering a period of change. How can it navigate this new landscape?<br><br>Listen &#127911; to the interesting talk with Elisa Chiu about that topic.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://podcasts.apple.com/tw/podcast/is-taiwans-bike-industry-losing-its-luster-taiwanology/id1673884319?i=1000763981802&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Podcast&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/tw/podcast/is-taiwans-bike-industry-losing-its-luster-taiwanology/id1673884319?i=1000763981802"><span>Podcast</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3>Zel Sport Fest - <strong>COSTA BRAVA</strong></h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" 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From cycling rides and run sessions to padel yoga, tennis, and recovery-focused activities, the festival is designed to explore movement in all its forms. Alongside talks, experiences and moments shared with athletes, ambassadors and experts, the event reflects a growing shift toward sport as a way to connect, recharge and build community beyond competition.</p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.eventbrite.com/e/zel-sportfest-costa-brava-tickets-1989906049561&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Join the event :)&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;button-wrapper&quot;}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary button-wrapper" href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/zel-sportfest-costa-brava-tickets-1989906049561"><span>Join the event :)</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3>Gobik x Paceline Cycling Hub</h3><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/00ef82d1-b6f1-4987-88e5-da8508dc42a7_2945x3927.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/a3dbf6d2-fa68-4b2b-b30c-01b95ae942a1_6048x8064.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/fa138ad7-3d73-43f1-8ee7-38da9a3da473_6048x8064.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/4d8b3d29-63f0-4a41-ac34-630c01f85d01_1456x474.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>This weekend, we headed south of Manila to celebrate the first anniversary of <strong>Paceline cycling hub</strong> and <strong>HombaseCafe</strong>, a community-driven space bringing together cyclists, runners, coffee and good people.</p><p>Over the past year, it has become one of our favourite spots to start rides, connect with the local scene and, of course, enjoy a proper <em><strong>tambay</strong></em> after the ride.</p><p>That&#8217;s why it felt special to celebrate the anniversary together while also launching the new <strong>Gobik corner inside</strong> the space, alongside a <strong>custom collaboration</strong> created especially for the occasion.</p><p>A beautiful reminder that the best projects always start with community.</p><div><hr></div><h3>Zwift adquieres Rouvy</h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" 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Two decades of dust, endurance and gravel culture have turned Unbound into far more than a race&#8212;it&#8217;s become the beating heart of the global gravel scene.</p><p>We&#8217;ll be activating at the expo together with KASK, so if you&#8217;re around, come say hi.</p><p>And make sure to follow Fantasy Gravel and our socials to keep up with everything happening throughout the week and the race :)</p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://app.fantasygravel.com/app&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Make Your Picks!&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://app.fantasygravel.com/app"><span>Make Your Picks!</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3>Thanks for reading our Monday Break! </h3><h5>Subscribe to receive new posts :)</h5><h5></h5><p class="button-wrapper" 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the first riders to the last ones crossing by, thank you for all the smiles and good energy along the road.</p><p>We had so much fun :)</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.instagram.com/p/DXJY9hLClwW/?igsh=MTV1bWRzYWZrcTBleg%3D%3D&amp;img_index=1&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Check it out&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DXJY9hLClwW/?igsh=MTV1bWRzYWZrcTBleg%3D%3D&amp;img_index=1"><span>Check it out</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3>Gobik&#8217;s UNITY26 collection Singapore</h3><p>Last Friday we officially launched Gobik&#8217;s UNITY26 collection in Singapore together with <strong>Entro</strong>.</p><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/59f3b22b-4f87-48b0-8e54-95065e6f9887_1152x2048.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/d57940e2-95f1-4dc4-b4e2-babe777b8f0a_1536x2048.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/a90f7255-87ca-472b-b50b-9c812d3d98d4_3414x5120.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/0a30b287-57c5-46c6-8c83-1a1cc383bd15_1456x474.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>But more than a product launch, the idea was simple: <em><strong>celebrate the cycling communities shaping the culture of the Lion City.</strong></em></p><p>To make it authentic, we sent mini analogue cameras to different crews across Singapore and invited them to document their world from the saddle of the bike &#8212; rides, people, routes, moments and their own perspective of the city.</p><p>Each community selected their two favourite shots, which we later printed and displayed during the launch night. Throughout the evening, guests voted for their favourite photos, with Syndicate, Lyfestyle Research and Five45 taking home UNITY26 T-shirts.</p><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/a474be05-7576-4b74-b966-9b24ebc2ed1d_3414x5120.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/483b4c7e-16d3-4b8a-b8ca-fbcd67502254_3414x5120.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/da4251f8-c3fb-4a13-86f1-c43446fb4e9c_3414x5120.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/0d91700b-372b-4aab-9d9c-a79024da5669_1456x474.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>Over 80 people joined us for a night full of burgers, drinks, conversations and good energy.</p><p>The best part? Seeing once again how sport keeps bringing people together and creating the kind of connections and communities we truly believe in.</p><div><hr></div><h3>Adidas x Satisfy - The Circle Pit</h3><div class="instagram-embed-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;instagram_id&quot;:&quot;DYca-NtsE9H&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;SATISFY on Instagram: \&quot;Closed spaces, open minds. 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More than a product collaboration, the project reflects how running brands are increasingly building communities through emotion, identity and shared experiences rather than performance alone.</p></blockquote><div><hr></div><h3>Oatly opens the world&#8217;s first bike-thru caf&#233;</h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!xKxg!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F1cb4237a-2cba-4be4-a510-1d55bca59f7c_1752x1168.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!xKxg!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F1cb4237a-2cba-4be4-a510-1d55bca59f7c_1752x1168.png 424w, 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Built around On&#8217;s futuristic LightSpray&#8482; technology&#8212;a seamless sprayed upper produced in just minutes&#8212;the collaboration reflects how innovation, craftsmanship and cultural positioning are increasingly shaping the next generation of sportswear.</p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://press.on-running.com/loewe-and-on-introduce-the-lightspray-cloudmonster&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Check it out!&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://press.on-running.com/loewe-and-on-introduce-the-lightspray-cloudmonster"><span>Check it out!</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3>Thanks for reading our Monday Break! </h3><h5>Subscribe to receive new posts :)</h5><h5></h5><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://culture.athleticaffair.co/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://culture.athleticaffair.co/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monday Break - Issue 181]]></title><description><![CDATA[This week&#8217;s Monday Break explores the intersection of performance, culture, innovation and endurance across cycling and running.]]></description><link>https://culture.athleticaffair.co/p/monday-break-issue-181</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://culture.athleticaffair.co/p/monday-break-issue-181</guid><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 09:13:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Rl-b!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F3d07e2bb-e492-4cf4-9b93-0d449a4f4719_1184x1776.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3><strong>Manila &#215; Alba Optics</strong></h3><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/3d07e2bb-e492-4cf4-9b93-0d449a4f4719_1184x1776.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/338bec7f-2787-4244-8b29-a1a09a770707_1184x1776.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/8cdd49f7-f9c8-475e-a664-2ad9285f9459_1184x1776.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/5a6085e9-6a2f-405c-bfd8-e62916694223_1456x474.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>When everything makes sense.</p><p>We always said that moving to Asia was beyond business.<br>On a personal level, we also want to help put a spotlight on the region &#8212; to show the world the cycling culture that exists here.</p><p>The community, the people, the riders we meet day by day&#8230;<br>that&#8217;s what makes this journey special. And being able to connect all of this with iconic brands makes it even more meaningful.</p><p>This weekend we brought the co-founder of <strong>Alba Optics to Manila</strong> to share rides, spend time with the cycling and running community and, of course, eat pizza together.</p><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/94645d5b-89c8-47fc-bde1-0d3f508d198a_1184x1776.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/f67ea020-289d-4cb3-a41b-3dc09f6122ef_1184x1776.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/14beba24-1184-449b-9dd8-fa3d613eb87f_1184x1776.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/744d029a-7aad-48d8-aed4-9cebe4f5da84_1184x1776.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/46a6a1b4-11f1-42ed-b3be-43852a7431da_1184x1776.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/4b126907-bd09-422f-8655-fe75349a26af_1184x1776.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/544e0e00-2d69-4565-84a6-c28e758ccc96_1456x964.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>Big thanks to<strong> Mouv</strong> and the <strong>La Course Velo</strong> team for making it happen &#8212; and to everyone who showed up and shared the weekend with us.</p><div><hr></div><div class="digest-post-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;nodeId&quot;:&quot;53d6efdb-9063-4029-b877-5ad4daff7734&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;Stand Out. 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But as always, our favourite part was the afterworks &#8212; sharing time with key people from the industry and continuing to grow the cycling scene worldwide together.</p><div class="image-gallery-embed" 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thanks to everyone we crossed paths with in Shanghai and shared a beer (or two) with along the way.</p><div><hr></div><h3><strong>Google Finally Made a Fitness Tracker</strong></h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!OWGY!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F89b64c0c-7bf8-4a00-8545-60e15299a066_3200x1800.webp" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!OWGY!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F89b64c0c-7bf8-4a00-8545-60e15299a066_3200x1800.webp 424w, 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can be.</p><p>More than just a checkpoint, the Fain Ranch takeover becomes a space to reset &#8212; blending performance nutrition, hospitality and atmosphere into an experience designed for runners pushing through one of the toughest races on earth.</p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.instagram.com/p/DXJY9hLClwW/?igsh=MTV1bWRzYWZrcTBleg%3D%3D&amp;img_index=1&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Check it out&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DXJY9hLClwW/?igsh=MTV1bWRzYWZrcTBleg%3D%3D&amp;img_index=1"><span>Check it out</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3>Thanks for reading our Monday Break! </h3><h5>Subscribe to receive new posts :)</h5><h5></h5><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://culture.athleticaffair.co/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe 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data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/28f506f2-0aa7-41fd-a9f8-506e1e975b8a_2000x1333.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/18833d4c-2207-4554-98ee-2b86b19e2ece_2000x3000.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/ba839724-bd01-4a52-a0f6-6fa61b3257c6_2500x1667.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/e09c3f3f-522b-4663-9bf3-23fbf080b54c_1456x474.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><blockquote><p>Traka week has come and gone &#8212; and what a week it was.</p><p>We were deeply involved across the entire week, starting with <strong>SRAM</strong>, where we managed the<strong> SRAM House</strong> and helped bring a full program of activities to life. One of the highlights for us was hosting our own <em><strong>SRAM Meet the Locals</strong></em><strong> </strong>ride &#8212; a social spin through Girona followed by traditional <strong>Catalan food </strong>and a fun twist: teaching cyclists from all over the world some classic cycling vocabulary in Catalan. Equal parts ride, culture, and good laughs.</p><p>Over at the<strong> Traka Expo</strong>, we kept things rolling every day with coffee on hand, fresh macarons, and a steady flow of people stopping by. And to close things out, Saturday&#8217;s sangria party brought everyone together for one last celebration &#8212; the perfect way to wrap up an unforgettable week.</p></blockquote><div><hr></div><h3>Gobik Gravel Times</h3><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/41654c8f-99f2-4f58-b762-243efc5653bf_2000x3000.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/6542a872-0ba5-4b66-9264-8e227a4534e2_3414x5120.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/d57f85e8-e5a0-4900-a58f-539103e06f08_1804x3000.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/fcf7df6a-328f-40b2-a0d8-077b4781ea31_1863x3000.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/3b808a8f-f014-4f9a-832a-72713a9ff62e_1880x3000.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/heic&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/92e1c3e0-094c-4b83-b99c-10f8e5b4718d.heic&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/1a9216e8-d46f-4516-b6ca-85c40fb30a78_1456x964.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><blockquote><p>Another highlight from the week was <em><strong>The Gravel Times</strong></em> with <strong>Gobik</strong> &#8212; a project that quickly took on a life of its own.</p><p>We created a printed newspaper packed with interviews, insights from Traka week, features on <strong>Gobik</strong> athletes, plus a few unexpected touches like a game and even a horoscope. Something tangible, something people could pick up, read, and keep.</p><p>We distributed it across Girona, partnering with two of the city&#8217;s most iconic kiosks &#8212; and from there, it spread fast. People were actively looking for it, grabbing copies throughout the week, and you could see it everywhere: in coffee stops, before rides, in quiet corners around the city.</p><p>What started as an idea turned into one of the most visible moments of the week &#8212; with Girona fully immersed in <em><strong>The Gravel Times</strong></em>.</p></blockquote><div><hr></div><h3>ALBA OPTICS - MOMENTUM FEMME</h3><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/41fceef2-4d2a-4202-b600-3290b4e5d975_1365x2048.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/8b4e9352-c58e-433d-be4c-2daaab8d4f65_1365x2048.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/d4bda953-3863-4477-914f-04b83ca6d6c6_1365x2048.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/2d130f02-e867-4140-8d47-2678dde7e9eb_1456x474.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><blockquote><p><strong>Alba Optics</strong>, presented their new <strong>Momentum Femme</strong> sunglasses, with a Women Run and Party at <strong>Temple Running Girona</strong>. <br><br>They brought together a women&#8217;s run through the city &#8212; a different rhythm from the usual Traka pace, but one that felt just as relevant. It was less about performance, more about connection.</p><p>The run flowed into a laid-back gathering, with a curated setup, product moments, and a few fun touches along the way. A space that felt intentional, relaxed, and genuinely community-driven.</p></blockquote><div><hr></div><h3><strong>QUOC Pop - Up</strong></h3><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/c3bb5086-7ec6-4074-bd3f-8da542a7ce40_3920x5226.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/df069262-dca3-4b6a-b01b-a66c13f974bc_3631x4842.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/323da00b-a9e4-46aa-8348-03e742ae2b2e_4460x6690.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/73f10808-a895-423e-a895-212c34ed46bf_1456x474.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><blockquote><p>We also brought <strong>QUOC</strong> to life during Traka week with a dedicated pop-up in Girona.</p><p>Designed as a clean and considered space, it became a natural meeting point throughout the week &#8212; a place to discover the latest from <strong>QUOC</strong> up close, connect, and take a pause from the constant pace of Traka.<br><br>With different activities as rides and parties, where people could see the<strong> SMITH x QUOC</strong> new collab and custom their shoes or tee&#8217;s. </p></blockquote><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/9c26a922-f90f-468d-8600-a433e6ffc2c3_3754x5005.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/e1ed2cde-68a2-457c-8fb0-4a9e5a495cd5_3998x5331.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/a95cac69-7356-475d-a2ae-4aca548a2e5a_4378x5837.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/4ca4eaea-c21b-4c68-8cbe-49da6f5cef92_1456x474.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><blockquote><p>More than just a product showcase, it was about creating an environment that reflected the brand: thoughtful, design-led, and quietly confident.</p></blockquote><div><hr></div><h3>Factor - Palau Fugit</h3><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/heic&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/e83f02dd-2559-4ad1-9133-50e4b17895a8.heic&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/d2eaa41a-e855-47f6-bbd4-c54bc5701c08_1080x1440.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/heic&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/1ce36df8-a20a-4fbf-8d99-a16a6a7dea01.heic&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/993d1bb7-d51e-4580-8206-ede169f6ec12_1080x1440.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/heic&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/7a24b19a-52ff-4a19-a2bc-0fbaf3f3e8aa.heic&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/1547b89b-cacc-4140-9ae8-07bc191d30b0_1080x1440.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/657f32c1-b355-4aac-b063-2d9e93ba4b8e_1456x964.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><blockquote><p>We helped bring <strong>Factor</strong> presence across Girona to life through a series of venue takeovers &#8212; with <strong>Palau Fugit</strong> as the standout moment of the week.</p><p>That&#8217;s where we hosted the <strong>Factor After Traka Party</strong>, gathering the community for an evening that felt both celebratory and intentional. The night also marked the presentation of the new <strong>Factor Sarana </strong>&#8212; the bike <strong>V&#237;ctor Bosoni rode to win Traka 560.</strong></p><p>It was a mix of conversations, connections, and shared moments. A chance to meet the athletes, exchange stories, and properly close out the week in true Traka fashion.</p></blockquote><div><hr></div><h3>Fantasy Gravel</h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!7Vi1!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb312daa6-db1c-49f7-9cd8-166ec639e641_2176x1312.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!7Vi1!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb312daa6-db1c-49f7-9cd8-166ec639e641_2176x1312.png 424w, 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Once things kicked off, we followed the action closely, bringing the community along for the ride in real time.</p><p>A standout moment came during <strong>Traka 560</strong>, where alongside the launch of the new <strong>Factor Sarana</strong>, we partnered with <strong>Factor</strong> on a full takeover of the race&#8217;s communication. </p><p>From pre-race interviews to live race coverage, it was about creating a deeper layer to the experience &#8212; one that goes beyond just results.</p></blockquote><div><hr></div><h3><strong>China Cycle 2026 </strong></h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!GSkF!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F114663d7-3fd0-4888-bb82-d58758955d0a_1200x538.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" 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We&#8217;re really excited to be there as part of our Asia expansion, supporting both Apidura and Alba Optics. <br><br>If you&#8217;re attending the show, feel free to send us an email &#8212; happy to grab a coffee and connect.</p></blockquote><div><hr></div><h3>Thanks for reading our Monday Break! </h3><h5>Subscribe to receive new posts :)</h5><h5></h5><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://culture.athleticaffair.co/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://culture.athleticaffair.co/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monday Break - Issue 179]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Traka is here and with it our special agenda :)]]></description><link>https://culture.athleticaffair.co/p/monday-break-issue-179</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://culture.athleticaffair.co/p/monday-break-issue-179</guid><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:55:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!WpoL!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F1fb6f583-5cd5-46b0-8afe-4ad2fdaa1b2a_4284x5712.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3><strong>OUR OWN TRAKA CALENDAR</strong></h3><p>The Traka week is here &#8212; and with it comes one of the most exciting moments of the gravel calendar.</p><p>For a few days, Girona becomes the global meeting point for riders, brands, and cycling enthusiasts from around the world, all drawn together by the spirit of adventure, performance, and community that defines <strong>The Traka</strong>.</p><p>This special edition of <strong>Monday Break </strong>is dedicated entirely to Traka Week &#8212; your go-to agenda for everything happening on and off the bike. From rides and activations to gatherings, launches, and celebrations, here&#8217;s what&#8217;s on across the week in Girona.</p><p>Whether you&#8217;re racing, supporting, or simply soaking up the atmosphere, this is your guide to making the most of it.</p><div><hr></div><h3>MONDAY 27.04</h3><p><strong>18h : Sram &#8220;Meet the Locals&#8221;</strong></p><blockquote><p><em>Discover the routes and rhythms of the region with our Meet the Local Gravel Ride. Join us for a <strong>6:00pm meet up, with a 6:30pm roll out</strong>, for a relaxed social spin guided by local flavor and knowledge. Expect friendly vibes, flowing gravel, and great local company.</em></p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.grouprides.cc/rides/sram-%22meet-the-local-gravel%22-ride-2026-04-27&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Sign in here&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.grouprides.cc/rides/sram-%22meet-the-local-gravel%22-ride-2026-04-27"><span>Sign in here</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3>TUESDAY 28.04</h3><p><strong>10h - 18h QUOC Pop - Up Opening </strong></p><blockquote><p><em>We&#8217;re supporting <strong>QUOC </strong>as they open a Pop Up Space in Girona at Kreative Therapy. Seven days of rides, community moments, and exclusive drops, designed as a hub before and after race days.</em></p><p><em>&#128205; 28 Apr &#8211; 4 May | 10AM&#8211;6PM daily</em></p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://linktr.ee/quocshoes?utm_source=ig&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_content=link_in_bio&amp;fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnIXXnjInta02m7c-BO9aRhRKHwkGJQ1H-4RHNju6memg4Im4xZegWmaUiZ-A_aem_GQV7WHz1hi-8WIoiGWzzQg&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Check Their Activities Here :)&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;button-wrapper&quot;}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary button-wrapper" href="https://linktr.ee/quocshoes?utm_source=ig&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_content=link_in_bio&amp;fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnIXXnjInta02m7c-BO9aRhRKHwkGJQ1H-4RHNju6memg4Im4xZegWmaUiZ-A_aem_GQV7WHz1hi-8WIoiGWzzQg"><span>Check Their Activities 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Be the first to try out the latest drops, shop limited editions and mingle with fellow racers in an evening filled with music, pizza and beers.</em></p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/smith-x-quoc-launch-party-traka-girona-tickets-1987379830572?aff=oddtdtcreator&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Sign in&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/smith-x-quoc-launch-party-traka-girona-tickets-1987379830572?aff=oddtdtcreator"><span>Sign in</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3>THURSDAY 30.04</h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" 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stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p><strong>Alba Optics - MOMENTUM FEMME </strong></p><blockquote><p><em>Introducing MOMENTUM FEMME &#8212; an Alba Optics project dedicated to female-led stories, real experiences and shared journeys. Driven by connection and community.</em></p><p><em>The first series will be hosted at <strong>Temple Running </strong>store in Girona for the TRAKA week, from 29 April to 2 May. Kicking off the conversation with a limited edition DELTA LEI, available only from selected Girona retailers. An exclusive colour frame, that comes in a special two-lens (VZUM F-LENS FLM and VZUM SALMON) bundle.</em></p></blockquote><p><strong>18h : Alba Optics - Momentum Femme Social Run at Temple Running<br>19h - 21h : Alba Optics - Momentum Femme Happy Hour at Temple Running</strong></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://albaoptics.cc/meet-alba/the-traka/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Check it out&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://albaoptics.cc/meet-alba/the-traka/"><span>Check it out</span></a></p><p><strong>&#187; SRAM SCAVENGER HUNT &#171;<br></strong>During all day at the Sram booth, get your QR and check the points :)</p><p><strong>18h - 19h Athletes Presentation 200 &amp; 360</strong></p><div><hr></div><h3>FRIDAY 1.05 - Race Day! </h3><p><strong>5:50h - 6:10h START 360 <br>6:30 START 560</strong> (TBC)</p><div 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You&#8217;ll have the brand right in your hands. </p><div><hr></div><h3>Fantasy Gravel - Make your Hot Picks :)</h3><p>Time to play! 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Get ready.]]></description><link>https://culture.athleticaffair.co/p/monday-break-issue-178</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://culture.athleticaffair.co/p/monday-break-issue-178</guid><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:07:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/81fa43ab-45e4-45a8-ac8c-8f9d83c8da6e_5463x3642.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3><strong>Sea Otter Classic - LTGP First Stop</strong></h3><div id="youtube2-ZX9RZ-jLcgU" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;ZX9RZ-jLcgU&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/ZX9RZ-jLcgU?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><blockquote><p>The 2026 LTGP league, kicked off in style at the Sea Otter Classic, opening the Life Time Grand Prix with fast, tactical racing in both fields.</p><p>In the men&#8217;s race, Bradyn Lange delivered a breakthrough win, outsprinting Keegan Swenson after more than 140 km of racing. On the women&#8217;s side, Sof&#237;a G&#243;mez Villafa&#241;e took the victory, confirming her status as one of the top riders in the series.</p><p>A high-level start to the season that once again showed just how competitive and unpredictable elite gravel has become.</p></blockquote><div><hr></div><h3><strong>How tennis stars forced a rule change and won a fight to access their health data</strong></h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!kd4Z!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc57f67e8-5104-47ed-9a31-a76edea3c8c6_1368x912.avif" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" 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The French Open will trial devices like Whoop, allowing players to access real-time biometric data during matches.</p><p>After recent pushback from athletes, the move signals a shift toward a more data-driven future in the sport.</p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/whoop-french-open-wearable-technology-ban-trial-b2958880.html&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Read More&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/whoop-french-open-wearable-technology-ban-trial-b2958880.html"><span>Read More</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3>Nike Removes Controversial Sign in Boston</h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" 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A sign reading &#8220;Runners Welcome. Walkers Tolerated&#8221; sparked backlash for its exclusionary tone&#8212;highlighting an ongoing debate around inclusivity in running.</p><p>The brand quickly removed the message, but the conversation remains: who really belongs on the start line?</p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.runnersworld.com/news/a71052601/nike-boston-marathon-sign-controversy/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Read it&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.runnersworld.com/news/a71052601/nike-boston-marathon-sign-controversy/"><span>Read it</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3>QUOC Pop - Up for The Traka</h3><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/920e4f03-3011-4e57-b06d-555ac581b974_872x878.png&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/85cdbe04-8cc1-4719-bb04-31f841eb5dbc_986x986.png&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/e3acb9e8-6722-466a-ad50-dcb068c1cad5_1456x720.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><blockquote><p>This Traka week, we&#8217;re supporting QUOC as they open a Pop Up Space in Girona at Kreative Therapy. Seven days of rides, community moments, and exclusive drops, designed as a hub before and after race days.</p><p>&#128205; 28 Apr &#8211; 4 May | 10AM&#8211;6PM daily</p><p>More info and sign-ups via the link. See you there.</p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://linktr.ee/quocshoes?utm_source=ig&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_content=link_in_bio&amp;fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnIXXnjInta02m7c-BO9aRhRKHwkGJQ1H-4RHNju6memg4Im4xZegWmaUiZ-A_aem_GQV7WHz1hi-8WIoiGWzzQg&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Check Their Activities Here :)&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://linktr.ee/quocshoes?utm_source=ig&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_content=link_in_bio&amp;fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnIXXnjInta02m7c-BO9aRhRKHwkGJQ1H-4RHNju6memg4Im4xZegWmaUiZ-A_aem_GQV7WHz1hi-8WIoiGWzzQg"><span>Check Their Activities Here :)</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3>The Women&#8217;s Gravel Ride | The Traka &amp; SRAM</h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" 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A relaxed, social ride to kick off race week, bringing together familiar faces and new riders before the action begins.</p><p>Happening on Sunday 26th, it&#8217;s a 40 km ride starting at SRAM House, with coffee, portraits, and a post-ride hangout featuring food, raffles, and a mechanic workshop.</p><p>&#128205; 26/4 | 10:30 AM | Girona<br>Link for registration: </p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSezM0KZvV4QBOXjRRstFOPifb6RCsUyLtdGy5L-k0QtH1hUKw/viewform?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnIIyQCi1gj3Oy65tAsdOJ50H-ECChuLSWmDeSy93xdz2IR8BqQpMvOJNm9qs_aem_4VTiIPoNbeH9uld2rgb5Ig&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Sign in here :)&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" 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week.]]></description><link>https://culture.athleticaffair.co/p/monday-break-issue-177</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://culture.athleticaffair.co/p/monday-break-issue-177</guid><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:07:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!J023!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2d9c2617-f202-458b-9526-0922477d37f9_1920x1280.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3><strong>Paris - Roubaix for the books</strong></h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!J023!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2d9c2617-f202-458b-9526-0922477d37f9_1920x1280.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" 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Beyond the result, it&#8217;s a story of progression, opportunity and timing&#8212;where talent meets the right moment on one of cycling&#8217;s most demanding stages. A reminder that in modern racing, breakthroughs are often less sudden than they seem.</p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://escapecollective.com/why-we-shouldnt-have-been-surprised-by-franzi-kochs-roubaix-masterclass/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Read It&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://escapecollective.com/why-we-shouldnt-have-been-surprised-by-franzi-kochs-roubaix-masterclass/"><span>Read It</span></a></p><h3><strong>Wout Van Aert finally wins Paris&#8211;Roubaix after years of chasing it</strong></h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!R5Ym!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F1cbfdcc6-4249-460b-9cfe-2c6a30a11d6a_2150x1434.jpeg" 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In a race defined by chaos, power and precision, the Belgian finally turned consistency into triumph&#8212;cementing his place among the greats of the classics and closing a chapter that always felt one win away.</p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://escapecollective.com/why-we-shouldnt-have-been-surprised-by-franzi-kochs-roubaix-masterclass/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Read It&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://escapecollective.com/why-we-shouldnt-have-been-surprised-by-franzi-kochs-roubaix-masterclass/"><span>Read It</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3>The Price of 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This piece explores the physical and mental toll that high-performance sport demands&#8212;where pushing limits comes at a price that extends far beyond race day. 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Blending retail, community and activation, the concept reflects a broader shift toward physical spaces that go beyond product&#8212;creating hubs where brand, sport and local culture come together.</p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.trendhunter.com/amp/trends/new-balance-paris&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Check it out&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.trendhunter.com/amp/trends/new-balance-paris"><span>Check it out</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3>Are brands slipping back into old stereotypes?</h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!OAEF!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F3e113206-41aa-494b-8e26-10ee55411340_1880x1253.avif" 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As brands chase aspiration and status, the industry may be reverting to more traditional&#8212;and narrower&#8212;representations of beauty and success. A shift that raises questions about how authenticity and relevance are being balanced in today&#8217;s marketing landscape.</p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.thedrum.com/news/with-body-type-diversity-in-ads-falling-are-brand-defaulting-to-status-stereotypes&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Read it&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.thedrum.com/news/with-body-type-diversity-in-ads-falling-are-brand-defaulting-to-status-stereotypes"><span>Read it</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3>Mathieu van der Poel: THIS IS HOME | SHIMANO</h3><div id="youtube2-_OTs-NDpLTQ" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;_OTs-NDpLTQ&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/_OTs-NDpLTQ?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><blockquote><p><em><strong>This Is Home</strong></em> offers a rare look behind the results, stepping into the roots and mindset of <strong>Mathieu van der Poel</strong>. Beyond the victories&#8212;from cyclocross dominance to Monument wins&#8212;the film explores the environment, family and instincts that shape one of cycling&#8217;s most explosive riders. A reminder that at the highest level, performance is built long before race day.</p></blockquote><div><hr></div><h3><strong>On | Shape of Dreams, starring Zendaya.</strong></h3><div id="youtube2-6NVAzWEgTXo" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;6NVAzWEgTXo&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/6NVAzWEgTXo?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><blockquote><p><strong>On</strong> teams up with <strong>Zendaya</strong> to unveil their first co-created collection, brought to life through a film directed by <strong>Spike Jonze</strong>. More than a product launch, the project leans into storytelling and cultural relevance&#8212;positioning performance wear within a broader creative narrative where sport, fashion and entertainment intersect.</p></blockquote><div><hr></div><h3>Thanks for reading our Monday Break! </h3><h5>Subscribe to receive new posts :)</h5><h5></h5><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://culture.athleticaffair.co/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://culture.athleticaffair.co/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monday Break - Issue 176]]></title><description><![CDATA[From the cobbles of Flanders to karts (run) racing in Thailand.]]></description><link>https://culture.athleticaffair.co/p/monday-break-issue-176</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://culture.athleticaffair.co/p/monday-break-issue-176</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:17:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!7yFx!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff1ab0da3-b974-415f-9870-c6693a21bd56_1280x853.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3><strong>Tour of Flanders x Gobik</strong></h3><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/f1ab0da3-b974-415f-9870-c6693a21bd56_1280x853.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/0d3f5f46-5a6b-43e8-9dc1-1a01c3eb5e0c_853x1280.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/865d6f83-b718-4b95-b932-386444cb0af9_853x1280.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/0466ab91-b1f9-4216-a7cf-3c8d147b8b5a_853x1280.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/a00065f0-c4bd-4e73-b0e5-b9abee3c9a5d_853x1280.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/7f62bebe-3b73-4680-b54b-4e10bb4d6351_853x1280.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/b28796f0-ca04-46ea-b494-776933016d59_1456x964.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><h4>Flanders is cycling at its purest.</h4><p>From the noise of the crowds to the rhythm of the cobbles, every corner carries a kind of energy that&#8217;s hard to put into words. It&#8217;s not just a race&#8212;it&#8217;s something you feel.</p><p>Spending these days alongside the <strong>Gobik ambassadors</strong>, riding, sharing and experiencing it from the inside, is a reminder of why this all matters. Not just the product, not just the performance&#8212;but <strong>the culture, the people, and the moments that bring it all together.</strong></p><p>This is what it&#8217;s all about.</p><div><hr></div><h3>Cyclowax House at Oudenaarde</h3><p>From early coffee and fresh chains to a social ride led by <strong>Greg Van Avermaet</strong>, the day unfolded as a mix of product, people and shared passion for riding. More than a presentation, it was an open space to connect&#8212;meeting the team behind <strong>Cyclowax</strong>, testing products firsthand, and diving into conversations around performance and innovation.</p><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/cbad0506-500f-4922-b4a6-4283b6a0d072_1600x1066.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/03d1dff9-85e7-4ca8-8c78-54e8a2b17a9c_1600x1066.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/08e4e431-4ee1-4a97-b1c6-28e89e607caa_1066x1600.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/d9516255-d2d0-402c-b739-85afcb2127cd_1066x1600.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/0e4cc51a-5ef6-4778-8f6a-e0227cb00723_1066x1600.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/e15615d3-9439-42b4-8551-335404b01336_1200x1600.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/2c93195d-b6fe-4bb2-a023-3aa47a3aa2e3_1456x964.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>As the day moved into the evening, talks, drinks and informal exchanges took over, turning the house into a hub for the community. A reminder that sometimes the most meaningful moments in the industry happen off the main stage.<br><br>See you in the next location :)</p><div><hr></div><h3>HOKA reimagines racing in Bangkok</h3><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/fb55a461-98b2-4e65-b31d-910ad1ae63c8_800x1142.png&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/8314259f-4127-4782-8f13-292a06487186_798x1142.png&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/b56b6641-47b5-4a6a-a8ed-76a05e8af2e3_1456x720.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><blockquote><p>HOKA Thailand staged a race on a go-kart circuit in Bangkok, introducing a format built around speed rather than distance. Held at Topkart, the event transforms a motorsport track into a high-intensity running course, as over 100 runners from local run clubs competed for the fastest lap. More than a race, the activation signals a shift toward more controlled, spectator-friendly formats.</p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.instagram.com/p/DWvzCGiFNRv/?img_index=7&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Check it out here!&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DWvzCGiFNRv/?img_index=7"><span>Check it out here!</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3>How Paris swapped cars for bikes &#8211; and transformed its streets</h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!cv_O!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F6f527ff7-c68b-4d02-8a86-664cfb5b2856_1240x992.avif" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source 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Driven by bold political decisions, the city has added hundreds of kilometres of cycling infrastructure while reclaiming public space for people, reshaping not just mobility but how urban life is experienced. The result is a new model for cities where access, livability and movement are being redefined.</p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/apr/05/how-paris-swapped-cars-for-bikes-and-remade-its-streets?CMP=share_btn_url&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Read it&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/apr/05/how-paris-swapped-cars-for-bikes-and-remade-its-streets?CMP=share_btn_url"><span>Read it</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3>Inside Demi Vollering&#8217;s historic win at the Tour of Flanders</h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" 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From the tension of the peloton to the decisive move on the cobbles, the race unfolds as a sequence of moments where everything has to align. In the end, it&#8217;s not just about power, but about knowing exactly when to go&#8212;and having the confidence to go alone.</p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7175256/2026/04/06/demi-vollering-tour-of-flanders-access-all-areas/?source=igbio&amp;utm_campaign=instagram&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;fbclid=PARlRTSARBhhlleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAafuHh_nN9tB_BUmUDzzd9WbC1L9UbCD30vqJ8dp92o6wHHrKjp2Ryizsc3b9Q_aem_J2nDaWSSVg5Nu8uDQIDrJA&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Read the story&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7175256/2026/04/06/demi-vollering-tour-of-flanders-access-all-areas/?source=igbio&amp;utm_campaign=instagram&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;fbclid=PARlRTSARBhhlleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAafuHh_nN9tB_BUmUDzzd9WbC1L9UbCD30vqJ8dp92o6wHHrKjp2Ryizsc3b9Q_aem_J2nDaWSSVg5Nu8uDQIDrJA"><span>Read the story</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3>Thanks for reading our Monday Break! </h3><h5>Subscribe to receive new posts :)</h5><h5></h5><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://culture.athleticaffair.co/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://culture.athleticaffair.co/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monday Break - Issue 175]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cycling, running, and gravel...don't miss it!]]></description><link>https://culture.athleticaffair.co/p/monday-break-issue-175</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://culture.athleticaffair.co/p/monday-break-issue-175</guid><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 08:52:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!YbOr!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fcc9085da-ce23-40e3-b9e8-43a838a0d311_3328x4992.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3><strong>Taipei Cycle Show &#8212; on the ground</strong></h3><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/cc9085da-ce23-40e3-b9e8-43a838a0d311_3328x4992.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/f3dfe9bc-53d8-4470-876d-bca17a2e5264_6048x8064.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/236b562f-faa2-413a-9732-ef24a870fab3_5881x7841.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/3b7b15ba-3060-4ecf-b07d-ec6f45a8716c_1456x474.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>Second year at <strong>Taipei Cycle Show</strong>, but this time with a different perspective &#8212; fully operational in Asia and closer than ever to the market.</p><p>More than a tradeshow, Taipei is where the industry connects. Days filled with meetings, reconnecting with long-time partners, and opening new conversations for projects ahead. The takeaway is clear: <strong>network remains the most powerful asset</strong> &#8212; and being on the ground makes the difference.</p><p>For <strong>Apidura</strong>, it was a key moment to engage with both existing and new retailers across Asia, presenting the <em><strong>new Expedition Series</strong></em> and continuing to expand into new markets.</p><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/8b579381-a732-4e03-aa30-98885cfe3782_3328x4992.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/f3f480e5-98e5-429d-97d0-f0f21f7bbcea_3086x4629.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/65987fa6-61ec-41f3-8712-601d63f765a3_6048x8064.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/932e2e72-c60f-4a8b-aeac-74f79cf4ccf1_1456x474.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>And as always, the best part happens outside the halls &#8212; riding the city, sharing time with the community, and understanding the culture beyond the business.</p><p><em>Taipei confirms it: Asia is moving fast, and being present is no longer optional.</em></p><div><hr></div><h3>Fantasy Gravel x The Hills</h3><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/7d3b31ea-e4fa-44e9-9210-8f8b747f32c6_3846x5563.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/b8879385-a20f-4459-9e99-cafbc3a79364_3156x4696.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/2b6f0dde-da33-41bf-8615-e6e083505be1_3971x5575.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/414d58aa-5cc8-441e-b92c-ec1a96ead20e_1456x474.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>The team was on the ground at <strong>The Hills</strong> to support what we love most: <em><strong>gravel racing and its athletes.</strong></em></p><p>A full weekend of pre-race interviews, live coverage, and post-race content &#8212; telling the race from the inside. After just two editions, <strong>The Hills</strong> is already consolidating its place as one of the key opening races of the season.</p><p>On the race side, both fields delivered.</p><p>In the <strong>women&#8217;s race</strong>, Canyon ATR made the difference at the front, with <strong>Larissa</strong> taking control in the final part of the race to secure the win. Erica followed in second, with Elena completing the podium.</p><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/a6a3f9ea-b49c-451e-b1cb-620fdf1fa52d_1314x2048.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/549e81de-ee52-406f-8e61-b789b38bf0ca_3846x5517.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/89bda12c-41ba-48e4-a65b-d267ae39451e_1456x720.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>In the <strong>men&#8217;s race</strong>, the pace was high from the start, but it was <strong>Bradyn Lange</strong> who launched the decisive move, taking the victory ahead 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This activation also sees the <strong>On &#8220;Real Energy&#8221;</strong> experiential space, a space where runners can drop by to experience the latest <strong>Cloudmonster 3</strong> series: The Cloudmonster 3 The Daily Trainer, and the Cloudmonster 3 Hyper.</p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.lifestyleasia.com/hk/style/on-all-new-cloudmonster-3-series-tsim-sha-tsui-pop-up/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Read More&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.lifestyleasia.com/hk/style/on-all-new-cloudmonster-3-series-tsim-sha-tsui-pop-up/"><span>Read More</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3>How Zwift cre<strong>a</strong>ted a global fitness unicorn</h3><div id="youtube2-WNeY9lWzDJU" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;WNeY9lWzDJU&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/WNeY9lWzDJU?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><div><hr></div><h3><strong>Murakami, running and culture.</strong></h3><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/avif&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/d98f561d-212d-4eaa-ac29-11651a7a8764_640x640.avif&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/avif&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/7a16fa7f-2bbe-4ad0-940b-f8163d6ad5fb_980x1225.avif&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/92cff260-9ca2-4eaf-8f83-63309ba8890c_1456x720.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><blockquote><p>A nice reminder this week of how culture and sport connect. <strong>Haruki Murakami</strong> &#8212; an inspiration even to figures like <strong>Harry Styles</strong> &#8212; is also a dedicated runner.</p><p>In <em>What I Talk About When I Talk About Running</em>, he reflects on endurance, discipline and mindset &#8212; values that resonate far beyond literature.</p><p>Sometimes the best inspiration comes from outside our industry.</p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.runnersworld.com/uk/news/a70492561/haruki-murakami-harry-styles/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Read full article&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.runnersworld.com/uk/news/a70492561/haruki-murakami-harry-styles/"><span>Read full article</span></a></p><div><hr></div><div id="youtube2-5dQGo-CFtDM" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;5dQGo-CFtDM&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/5dQGo-CFtDM?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><blockquote><p><strong>Petr Vakoc</strong> is one of the big names in gravel, finishing second this weekend at The Hills. Discover more about his journey to becoming a pro gravel rider.</p></blockquote><div><hr></div><h3>Thanks for reading our Monday Break! </h3><h5>Subscribe to receive new posts :)</h5><h5></h5><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://culture.athleticaffair.co/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://culture.athleticaffair.co/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monday Break - Issue 174]]></title><description><![CDATA[Taipei, London & Barcelona &#8212; the moves, moments and trends driving sport forward.]]></description><link>https://culture.athleticaffair.co/p/monday-break-issue-174</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://culture.athleticaffair.co/p/monday-break-issue-174</guid><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:19:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!fgfh!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5d39bb38-375b-473e-94d6-9e73eb9eb388_1164x776.avif" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="digest-post-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;nodeId&quot;:&quot;fed4ec9b-682a-4509-8650-656c749d1271&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;Singapore &#8212; March 23rd, 2026 &#8212; Apidura, the independent brand driving innovation in ultra-distance cycling and bikepacking equipment, has appointed Athletic Affair as its Business Development partner in Asia.&quot;,&quot;cta&quot;:&quot;Read full story&quot;,&quot;showBylines&quot;:true,&quot;showDescription&quot;:true,&quot;showImage&quot;:true,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;lg&quot;,&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Apidura appoints Athletic Affair to lead strategic expansion in the Asian market&quot;,&quot;publishedBylines&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:112616249,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;Athletic Affair&quot;,&quot;bio&quot;:&quot;Athletic Affair connects people, brands and collectives around sport. 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city</strong>.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!1nOa!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Feb16fbe3-fe18-483c-928b-ad9da8e90f6b_1776x1184.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!1nOa!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Feb16fbe3-fe18-483c-928b-ad9da8e90f6b_1776x1184.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!1nOa!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Feb16fbe3-fe18-483c-928b-ad9da8e90f6b_1776x1184.jpeg 848w, 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It truly means a lot. &#129776;<br><br>Good vibes, great content captured with the Gobik mini cameras, a stunning city backdrop, and the perfect ending with coffee and banana bread by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cafe.4l/">@cafe.4l</a></p><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/a835efb5-3e86-43ab-9fba-8730414cd173_1184x1776.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/d36b8ea7-5005-4af2-bf8d-44e96931967f_1365x2048.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/5fe4c628-4c40-4c03-969a-b0dbb82f708e_1365x2048.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/d95e97d8-8a22-409a-b5d2-58558e4be9dc_1089x2048.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/98d5f5b0-446b-494d-ae01-9f0a0aeb9aca_2048x1365.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/ed6cd500-9db7-4ccc-8a16-8154d46c924a_1365x2048.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/2905d080-8490-4367-9bc0-3ee425f36861_1456x964.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>Thanks for sharing your amazing city with us. 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Forget the road. On Squad Race is taking running to a whole new level. We&#8217;re looking for 600 squads across 20 cities to take on a spiral course designed to test your legs and your lungs.</p><p><em>Barcelona May 29th - Singapore June 13th - Jakarta June 20th - BKK June 27th</em></p></blockquote><p>Check the dates in your city, create your squad and win a ticket for the LA Finale.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.on.com/en-us/explore/events/on-squadrace?srsltid=AfmBOorSKsbwStiLimWPVlGa-zyGTB9K2jchldhNxXri_W2L9otsAOG5&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;ON SQUAD RACE&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.on.com/en-us/explore/events/on-squadrace?srsltid=AfmBOorSKsbwStiLimWPVlGa-zyGTB9K2jchldhNxXri_W2L9otsAOG5"><span>ON SQUAD RACE</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3><strong>ISPO moves to Amsterdam</strong></h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" 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The relocation signals a strategic reset for the world&#8217;s largest sports industry gathering, aiming to bring brands, retailers and innovators closer together with a more focused format, stronger buyer connections and a renewed emphasis on sustainability and participation.</p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://fashionunited.com/press/event/ispo-moves-to-amsterdam-new-era-for-worlds-largest-sports-industry-event/2026031371162&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Read More&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://fashionunited.com/press/event/ispo-moves-to-amsterdam-new-era-for-worlds-largest-sports-industry-event/2026031371162"><span>Read More</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3><strong>Exclusive review: Netflix&#8217;s new Moriah Wilson documentary</strong></h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" 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Premiering at SXSW before its global release, the film aims to move beyond sensational headlines and instead focus on Wilson herself &#8212; her talent, personality and the impact she had on the cycling community.</p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://escapecollective.com/exclusive-review-netflixs-new-moriah-wilson-documentary/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Read More&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://escapecollective.com/exclusive-review-netflixs-new-moriah-wilson-documentary/"><span>Read More</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3><strong>Back to Taipei Cycle Show</strong></h3><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/7c949a1e-8c28-44cd-8f0e-df16ac46370a_4284x5712.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/d9d0f5f2-b92e-4d27-b1cf-11ac9b7d5cf7_3024x4032.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/dff8674c-b134-4628-a1c3-d10194cb097a_1456x720.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>In a few days we&#8217;ll be back at <strong>Taipei Cycle Show</strong>, and we couldn&#8217;t be more excited. It will be our first time attending with the Asia office fully operational, and with a full agenda of meetings with partners and new ones.</p><p>We&#8217;re currently organizing our schedule, so if you&#8217;re heading to the show as well, feel free to ping us to catch up or grab a coffee.</p><p>We&#8217;re also planning a few rides, runs, and the presentation of a new project that will be revealed during the show.</p><p>Hope to see many of you there!</p><div><hr></div><div class="digest-post-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;nodeId&quot;:&quot;c943e71a-73ea-4828-a440-61085678ea8c&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;Gobik takes another step forward in textile innovation with the launch of the X bib short. 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Amazing night. Until the next one.</p><div><hr></div><h3><strong>On Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results</strong></h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!8bOk!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Facbb9eb2-1855-4edc-9044-80546ef4f418_1600x1067.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!8bOk!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Facbb9eb2-1855-4edc-9044-80546ef4f418_1600x1067.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!8bOk!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Facbb9eb2-1855-4edc-9044-80546ef4f418_1600x1067.jpeg 848w, 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The company closed the year with solid double-digit growth, expanding global demand and increasing profitability &#8212; driven by strong footwear sales, a growing direct-to-consumer channel and continued brand momentum worldwide.</p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://press.on-running.com/on-announces-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-results-and-the-filing-of-its-annual-report-on-form-20-f-for-2025&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Read The Report&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://press.on-running.com/on-announces-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-results-and-the-filing-of-its-annual-report-on-form-20-f-for-2025"><span>Read The Report</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3><strong>ROSAL&#205;A Fronts New Balance&#8217;s Campaign</strong></h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" 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Featuring scalloped detailing and ribbon laces, the updated silhouette reimagines early-2000s running style through a softer, more expressive aesthetic &#8212; reinforcing New Balance&#8217;s growing crossover between performance, culture and lifestyle.</p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://newbalance.newsmarket.com/latest-news/rosal-a-fronts-new-balance-s-campaign-for-the-latest-204l/s/8ea9eccb-4b2a-4b83-88b8-63b650c7f3ee&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Check it out!&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://newbalance.newsmarket.com/latest-news/rosal-a-fronts-new-balance-s-campaign-for-the-latest-204l/s/8ea9eccb-4b2a-4b83-88b8-63b650c7f3ee"><span>Check it out!</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3><strong>SBT GRVL Invests in the Next Generation</strong></h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" 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By integrating ride insights with real&#8209;world hydration insights, the collaboration showcases ways brands and platforms can work together to enhance athlete behaviour and drive smarter, data&#8209;informed experiences.</p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://business.strava.com/case-studies/camelbak&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Read it!&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://business.strava.com/case-studies/camelbak"><span>Read it!</span></a></p><div><hr></div><div class="digest-post-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;nodeId&quot;:&quot;6e65701d-30a9-4ede-9c50-bec20e10a88b&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;Gobik launches Glitch Mode, the first drop of Summer 2026: a collection that takes digital aesthetics as its starting point to reinterpret movement on the bike. 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Reinvention on the business side. Here&#8217;s what&#8217;s driving sport forward this week.]]></description><link>https://culture.athleticaffair.co/p/monday-break-issue-171</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://culture.athleticaffair.co/p/monday-break-issue-171</guid><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 13:28:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!3DcY!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ffd9ecad5-2bd1-4507-be74-b85455bab22a_1536x2048.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3><strong>Tokyo Marathon 2026 &#127471;&#127477;</strong></h3><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/fd9ecad5-2bd1-4507-be74-b85455bab22a_1536x2048.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/1a82581b-3ac0-433a-8bb1-9ff4196aac1b_1536x2048.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/d2fe8942-83a1-4f3e-bcaf-bf61c49b46b9_1536x2048.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/5a90e57b-fb10-4728-a68f-abc766e55ced_1536x2048.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/52232bbf-d3ec-4619-a7ef-1efe5b055adc_1536x2048.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/e0630860-3415-472e-83ce-c3407f244f88_1536x2048.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/0a6d4069-ff22-479c-b003-805a1147441c_1456x964.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>We spent the past few days immersed in the Tokyo Marathon atmosphere &#8212; from a dinner and night run with the <strong>Bandit</strong> family to exploring brand activations and pop-ups across the city to truly feel the culture of a World Major.<br><br>Tokyo has a unique energy. Precise, respectful, beautifully organized &#8212; and during race week, it transforms into something even more special. The city comes alive in a different way. Great to reconnect with old friends and meet new ones along the way. The organization was impeccable, and the experience one we won&#8217;t forget.</p><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/4acf4c92-2374-4a86-a715-d438c1069eca_1536x2048.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/02fde836-e97b-428e-8696-90687ef6d1e1_1536x2048.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/aa479d86-d6bc-4af6-aa4a-b4611677e52c_1536x2048.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/940176c2-171b-4b59-b045-e7b748e86f59_1456x474.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p>Tokyo is incredible on its own &#8212; but with a marathon taking over the streets, it becomes something else entirely.</p><div><hr></div><h3><strong>Sami Sauri - Fireflies Patagonia</strong></h3><div id="youtube2-WxOcdWxKd14" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;WxOcdWxKd14&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/WxOcdWxKd14?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><blockquote><p>Sami Sauri is taking on more than 1,000 kilometers across Patagonia as part of <strong>Fireflies Patagonia 2026</strong> &#8212; a ride that goes far beyond endurance. Supporting the Vivir M&#225;s Feliz Foundation, the initiative raises funds and awareness for children facing cancer, turning every climb and every kilometer into a tribute to resilience and hope. A reminder that sometimes sport moves forward not just on legs, but on heart.</p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://firefliespatagonia.evently.cl/samantha-sauri-17-12-2025&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Check How to Contribute&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://firefliespatagonia.evently.cl/samantha-sauri-17-12-2025"><span>Check How to Contribute</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3><strong>Gen Z&#8217;s latest status symbol is running a marathon</strong></h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Gxis!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F72419f96-726e-449d-8394-74f4176efa77_960x640.webp" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div 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According to recent research, younger consumers are prioritising meaningful activities and social currency over material goods, reshaping how brands connect with this audience. This shift has implications across industries, from premium events and sponsorships to how products are marketed and valued in a more experience-driven economy.</p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://finance.yahoo.com/news/gen-z-latest-status-symbol-080100170.html?guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubGlua2VkaW4uY29tLw&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAK4HxkYiY_IvMhqCPtz69hWOIvlPm7E2zOm7pqCrFvDWxKWYI5qdbeAo72Ya3HDiVW6HP4GRl5-qqj0awHyT5lyecfUNIbQaxlUYGKA_udEEH3ns2F210DKQ4a9zna72SsWIJGOdC1Wj-ug0uyQ24XxIkXMhoCwIQrC234h-mx_L&amp;guccounter=2&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Read the news&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/gen-z-latest-status-symbol-080100170.html?guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubGlua2VkaW4uY29tLw&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAK4HxkYiY_IvMhqCPtz69hWOIvlPm7E2zOm7pqCrFvDWxKWYI5qdbeAo72Ya3HDiVW6HP4GRl5-qqj0awHyT5lyecfUNIbQaxlUYGKA_udEEH3ns2F210DKQ4a9zna72SsWIJGOdC1Wj-ug0uyQ24XxIkXMhoCwIQrC234h-mx_L&amp;guccounter=2"><span>Read the news</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h3>ALBA Optics introduces the DELTA ULTRA IV</h3><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/49c4bd19-51d8-46d1-8ce3-93aa27304562_1667x2500.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/56089993-6cf0-49c7-b68b-14a0e8fbd957_1667x2500.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/07421f0b-f816-44d0-a6c7-d40e8a8e1b07_1456x720.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><blockquote><p>Now in its fourth generation, the ULTRA line continues to push the idea of performance eyewear beyond convention. 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