Stages Cycling

If you've found the crank length that works for you, there's no reason to change it.
Right now, we're overstocked on current-generation Stages LR Dual Power Shimano Ultegra R8100 cranksets in 172.5mm and 175mm lengths, which means you can save big on the setup you already trust.

Choose the chainring combination that fits your riding and save 44–56% off retail.

• Stages Power LR R8100, 172.5mm - $499.99USD
• *Stages Power LR 8100, 175mm - $399.99USD

Proven performance. Dual-sided power. Incredible value.
Sale ends July 13th, grab yours while inventory lasts.

Stages Cycling's VP of Product, Pat Warner, walked the talk again at USA Cycling's masters national championships this past week in Fall River, Wisconsin. Pat took his 24th individual national championship title in the time trial (the race of truth) aboard his brand new Giant Trinity Advanced SL time trial bike. Pat's newest championship title came after a solid 4th place in the criterium, while he rounded out his week with second place in the road race. "I gave it everything I had to get away solo," said Warner after the road race. "But I could not shake the last guy (Chris Parsons)." Warner crossed the line one second in arrears, with a four second cushion to third place. The main chase crossed the line another 20 seconds back. Congratulations Pat - way to represent the Stages Cycling brand!

A couple of weeks have passed since Unbound, but if you're still thinking about the riders, the stories, and the challenge of taking on a big endurance event, you're not alone.

Maybe it sparked an idea. Maybe it got you thinking about a longer gravel race, your first century, or simply setting a bigger goal for next season.

The best time to start preparing isn't a few weeks before race day. It's now.

Successful endurance seasons are built with a plan. Not every ride needs to be all-out, and not every week needs to be bigger than the last. The strongest riders understand how to balance training, recovery, and progression over months, not days.

That's why we put together a guide to planning your cycling year. From setting goals and structuring your season to understanding when to build fitness and when to recover, it's designed to help you create a training plan that works for your schedule, your experience level, and your goals.

Whether you're dreaming about a bucket-list gravel event, targeting a local race series, or simply looking to ride farther and stronger than you’ve done before, having a plan can make all the difference.

The finish lines worth chasing next season are built by the choices you make today.

Read more in our blog to set yourself up for success.