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James Spender
Verified
Deputy Editor, Cyclist Magazine
London
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Sports Writer , Football , Premier League , National League , Opinion Pieces , Reporting
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By James Spender Verified| Cyclist Verified This week James is Fran Miller, possibly the most influential woman in British cycling. Today Fran is CEO at Rapha, but her long CV includes managing Geraint Thomas and Mark Cavendish; a decade at Team Sky/Ineos, in which she became ‘head of winning behaviours’; operations director for Eliud Kipchoge’s sub-2hr marathon record; and then CEO at clothing brand Belstaff. She is also David Millar’s sister, but really that’s just a footnote to a fascinating career.
By James Spender Verified| Cyclist Verified In this week’s episode of the Cyclist Magazine Podcast, Robyn and James are joined by Connie Carpenter-Phinney, who is 1984 became the first ever Olympic Women’s Road Race gold medal winner. Connie charts her career from 14 year-old winter Olympic speed skater to champion road cyclist, a sporting career which saw her win multiple national titles and dominate races such as the Coors Classic.
By James Spender Verified| Cyclist Verified This week James is Fran Miller, possibly the most influential woman in British cycling. Today Fran is CEO at Rapha, but her long CV includes managing Geraint Thomas and Mark Cavendish; a decade at Team Sky/Ineos, in which she became ‘head of winning behaviours’; operations director for Eliud Kipchoge’s sub-2hr marathon record; and then CEO at clothing brand Belstaff. She is also David Millar’s sister, but really that’s just a footnote to a fascinating career.
Company Info
Cyclist Magazine
Cyclist is a UK-based monthly magazine dedicated to road cycling, launched in November 2012. Based in London and owned by Metropolis International since December 2021, it serves as a valuable resource for cycling enthusiasts. The magazine features a mix of professional racing coverage, gear reviews, and ride guides. Cyclist publishes a monthly print magazine and has expanded its digital presence since 2015, offering articles, reviews, and event coverage online. It also produces international editions, including a localized version for France, to reach a broader audience. With a circulation of 26,000 copies monthly, the magazine caters to a niche yet engaged readership. Cyclist has received recognition, winning the "Best Specialist Consumer Magazine" award at the PPA Awards in both 2015 and 2016.
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Founded: 2012