NSN Cycling

NSN Cycling was created for the 2026 season following changes at Israel-Premier Tech (UCI team code: IPT), a cycling team founded in 2014 by Ron Baron and Ran Margaliot and based in Israel. The team competed as a UCI World Tour squad from 2020-2022 before being relegated to the ProSeries at the end of the 2022 season. Wikipedia

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News

Bizarre Mural Controversy Erupts Just Days Before Montréal Road Worlds

Hugo Houle was erased from a Montréal mural and replaced by Michael Woods just days before the 2026 worlds, and no one knows why.

Andrew HoodSeptember 9, 20261

Road Racing

American Riders Can’t Stop Winning in Europe — Riley Sheehan Is the Latest

A new generation of Americans is winning big in Europe, and there's more to come in 2026.

Andrew HoodMay 15, 20261

Road Racing

Where's Chris Froome? How a Tour de France Dominator Disappeared

No contract, no social media, no communications. We go hunting for cycling's most elusive superstar.

Jim CottonFebruary 27, 20265

Road Racing

After Enduring Cycling’s Ugliest Divorce, Derek Gee Is Moving On

After settling a $30 million contract dispute, Derek Gee has found the team of his dreams at Lidl-Trek, and he's ready to get back to racing.

Andrew HoodJanuary 14, 2026

Road Racing

Derek Gee Contract Saga May Be Nearing an End, but What Does That Mean for €30 Million Legal Case?

La Gazzetta dello Sport journalist suggests imminent announcement of deal between Gee and Lidl-Trek.

Shane StokesJanuary 5, 20261

Road Racing

New Sponsors, New Teams, New Signings: A Lowdown on What’s Different in the 2026 Pro Peloton

The new season begins in less than a month, and these are some of the important changes you need to know about.

Shane StokesDecember 6, 20251

Road Racing

Every WorldTour and ProTour Bike Sponsorship Change We Know About So Far

Tracking WorldTour changes for 2026? We've got you. Bianchi replaces Merida, Scott goes to NSN Cycling, Pinarello becomes a title sponsor, and more so far.

Alvin HolbrookDecember 5, 20251

Road Racing

Gee, Factor, Froome and the Remaining Mysteries of the Former Israel-Premier Tech Team

NSN Cycling Team has emerged out of the ashes of Israel-Premier Tech, but there’s stll a lot we don’t know.

Jim CottonNovember 27, 20251

News

Israel-Premier Tech Completely Overhauls Identity with New Title Sponsor

Sylvan Adams reportedly out as team owner, while Biniam Girmay has come on as a new signing.

Will TracyNovember 20, 20251

Road Racing

Factor Bikes to Leave Israel-Premier Tech

The shakeups continue at the controversy-roiled team.

Alvin HolbrookNovember 19, 2025

Tour de France

Is Chris Froome Retiring? The 4-Time Tour Champ Doesn't Have a 2026 Contract.

Froome confirmed as leaving current team, but a future in the sport may well be on the cards.

Shane StokesNovember 16, 20252

News

Israel Team Pushes Ahead as Premier Tech Title Sponsor Pulls Out

Sources told Velo on Friday that Premier Tech’s departure will not derail the team’s financial stability in WorldTour rebound for 2026.

Andrew HoodNovember 7, 2025

News

‘Not About Money’: Derek Gee Defends Decision to Exit Israel-Premier Tech

'Irreparable relationship': Canadian star says he’s facing a €30M claim from Israel-Premier Tech after quitting the team over 'just cause.'

Andrew HoodOctober 9, 20252

Road Racing

Israel-Premier Tech to Rebrand, Move Away from Israeli Identity after Protest and Sponsor Pressure

'Management recognized the need for change': Team owner Sylvan Adams to step back and squad to undergo full repositioning in 2026.

Jim CottonOctober 6, 2025

Road Racing

Israel-Premier Tech Pulls Out of Italian Races Amid Protest Threats

Citing 'security concerns,' Israel-Premier Tech officials confirmed the team will not race a string of one-day races across northern Italy as the threats of protests heats up again.

Andrew HoodOctober 2, 2025

Road Racing

Israel-Premier Tech Title Sponsor Demands Team Drops 'Israel' from Name

Premier Tech joins bike sponsor Factor in pushing team to switch identity; organizers of Euro champs adjust security for presence of Israeli athletes.

Jim CottonSeptember 24, 2025

News

Factor Demands Name Change at Israel-Premier Tech or It Will Drop Sponsorship

“There's just a certain level of controversy we just can't have surrounding the brand,” says Factor founder.

Josh RossSeptember 22, 2025

Vuelta a España

'Cycling is Vulnerable': What the Vuelta a España Protests Mean for Pro Racing

'No one thought we'd make it to Madrid:' With the 2026 Tour de France opening in Spain and IPT’s WorldTour return looming, anxiety shifts to next season.

Andrew HoodSeptember 16, 2025

Road Racing

Israel-Premier Tech to use Non-Branded Jerseys in Canadian GPs as Protest Threat Spreads from Vuelta

Israel-Premier Tech requests to race as 'IPT' at GP Québec and Montréal after human rights groups push for team to be barred.

Jim CottonSeptember 11, 2025

News

More Vuelta Chaos: Bola del Mundo Now Protest Target by Environmentalists

Environmental groups are now promising to protest Saturday’s stage that finishes atop the Bola del Mundo climb in the mountains north of Madrid.

Andrew HoodSeptember 10, 2025