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WHAT IT’S LIKE TO WIN THE TOUR DE FRANCE • Annemiek van Vleuten won the 2022 Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift in dramatic fashion. Here, in her own words, the Dutch rider recounts exactly how that historic triumph unfolded.

Mr. Kookbox SURFING BACK IN TIME • A California surfer taps into his sport’s roots by crafting—and riding—super-heavy 1930s-style boards.

La Clusaz, France FLOATING AN IDEA

Los Angeles PARADISE GARAGE

Hip-hop jewelry IT’S A BLING THING • Hip-hop’s high-rollers and the precious metals they drape themselves in are the focus of this sterling new book.

Playlist CATHARTIC CONFESSIONS • Singer-bassist Oliver Sim picks four tracks that have influenced his work with British indie band the xx and now as a solo artist.

TRICKS OF THE TRADE • How one globetrotting entrepreneur made foreign-exchange trading fit into his exciting and active lifestyle—thanks to his hard work and a platform called OANDA Trade.

PORTRAIT OF AN ARTIST • Step inside the creative, deliberate and private mind of the world’s best mountain biker.

LEAPS OF FAITH • Here, in their own words, three Red Bull Rampage competitors get personal about their past, present and future. Then explore the art of digging, how scoring works and the 2022 Rampage venue.

DESCENDANT OF THE BREAK • For nearly a decade, Victor Montalvo has held rank as one of the best competitive breakers in the world, but his B-Boy origin story traces back even further—to before his very existence.

POWER COUPLE •  As breaking reaches new global heights, iconic dancers Kwikstep and Rokafella are on a mission to preserve its cultural roots.

EXPERT EYE • As a decorated B-Boy, photographer Frankie Perez brings a finely tuned point of view to capture the pure spirit of breaking culture. Here he shares some of his most evocative images taken over the years.

Youth Movement • Jiro Platt, a rising star in the New York skate scene, is poised to take off.

Fever Pitch • Mel D. Cole is renowned for photographing hip-hop royalty and social protest, but he also loves soccer. Here he captures the action at the New York Derby.

THESE ARE THE BREAKS • In New York, the birthplace of hip-hop, the city that never sleeps still gets funky.

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GEAR FOR GOING BIG • Ready to Rampage? Whether you’re ready for monster stepdowns and jumps or just want to mix it up on trails with friends, here are the best new mountain bikes and gear.

ANATOMY OF GEAR • Two innovative mountain bike products, deconstructed.

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