What is a grupetto?
In professional cycling, the grupetto — Italian for “little group” — is the group of riders who band together at the back of the race during mountain stages.
These riders support each other through the toughest climbs, working together to finish within the time limit. It is not about winning. It is about survival, camaraderie, and finding joy in the shared struggle.
That is exactly who we are. Cyclists who appreciate every aspect of the sport, from the weekend warrior grinding up their first mountain pass to the commuter discovering the joy of two wheels.
Six rules of the bunch
Passion first
Cycling is about more than speed or competition — it is the pure love of the ride, and we do not pretend otherwise.
Community over comp
Genuine connections between cyclists of all levels, backgrounds, and abilities. The bunch waits.
Authentic stories
Real experiences. Honest reviews. Genuine insights from the road, not the press tent.
Quality over quantity
Thoughtful articles, detailed reviews, insightful analysis. We would rather ship one good piece than ten cheap ones.
Open dialogue
Encouraging discussion, sharing experiences, learning from each other. The comments section is the café.
Inclusive vision
Celebrating all forms of cycling — racing, commuting, gravel, e-bikes, brevets, cargo bikes. All of it.
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