r/Velo

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About r/Velo

We are a community of competitively-minded amateur cyclists. Racing focused, but not a requirement. We are here because we are invested in the sport, and are welcoming to those who make the effort to be invested in the sport themselves.

The community at a glance

r/Velo is a Subreddit for Cyclists with roughly 76K members. It has been around since 2010. It uses a forum format for communication. On the Hive Index it ranks #7 in the Cycling communities list.

Roughly 9K members have joined in the past year. Popular discussion topics include Training, Cycling, and Racing. Product recommendations often mention road bike, race bike, and gloves.

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Established 2010
76K Members

Community Topics

Community Features

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Subreddit Analysis

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Yearly: +9K members
Growth: +13.6% / year

Member growth over time

All time (yearly)

  • 2013: 2K members
  • 2014: 2K members
  • 2015: 2K members
  • 2016: 2K members
  • 2017: 2K members
  • 2018: 3K members
  • 2019: 4K members
  • 2020: 6K members
  • 2021: 6K members
  • 2023: 15K members
  • 2024: 11K members
  • 2025: 9K members
  • 2026: 8K members

Past year (monthly)

  • Dec: 645 members
  • Jan: 753 members
  • Feb: 617 members
  • Mar: 836 members
  • Apr: 835 members
  • May: 853 members
  • Jun: 767 members
  • Jul: 1K members
  • Aug: 981 members
  • Sep: 619 members
  • Oct: 446 members
  • Nov: 104 members

Topics

  • Training
    115 posts in the past month
    #1
    Training
    115
  • Cycling
    58 posts in the past month
    #2
    Cycling
    58
  • Racing
    40 posts in the past month
    #3
    Racing
    40
  • Race
    30 posts in the past month
    #4
    Race
    30
  • Power
    29 posts in the past month
    #5
    Power
    29

Flair

  • Question
    38 posts in the past month
    1. How many of you still have pie in the sky pipe dreams.
    2. [Academic Research] Psychological Predictors of Endurance Cycling Performance (100km+ rides)
    3. Indoor training
    #1
    Question
    How many of you still have pie in the sky pipe dreams. · [Academic Research] Psychological Predictors of Endurance Cycling Performance (100km+ rides) · Indoor training
    38
  • Discussion
    15 posts in the past month
    1. Chasing my numbers and fitness from when I was younger nearly ruined cycling for me
    2. I interviewed NYC’s biggest race director and he talked about the challenges facing road racing….
    3. Erg v Erg off
    #2
    Discussion
    Chasing my numbers and fitness from when I was younger nearly ruined cycling for me · I interviewed NYC’s biggest race director and he talked about the challenges facing road racing…. · Erg v Erg off
    15
  • Which Bike?
    9 posts in the past month
    1. Rode CX for the first time yesterday…
    2. Junior gear restriction with SRAM AXS — does an XDR junior cassette exist? (+ bike choice for my 15yo)
    3. Looking for stories about why you replaced your last bike
    #3
    Which Bike?
    Rode CX for the first time yesterday… · Junior gear restriction with SRAM AXS — does an XDR junior cassette exist? (+ bike choice for my 15yo) · Looking for stories about why you replaced your last bike
    9
  • Gear Advice
    7 posts in the past month
    1. Apart from their waxing system, Silca sucks. Change my mind.
    2. Skinsuits - What’s your favorite?
    3. Advice needed for choosing front wheel for a 40k flat itt.
    #4
    Gear Advice
    Apart from their waxing system, Silca sucks. Change my mind. · Skinsuits - What’s your favorite? · Advice needed for choosing front wheel for a 40k flat itt.
    7
  • Video
    1 post in the past month
    1. My first 20 minute power!
    #5
    Video
    My first 20 minute power!
    1

Product recommendations

  • road bike
    5 posts in the past month
    1. Recommend a roadbike with 32mm clearance
    2. Recommend a lively/aggressive budget road bike
    3. Recommend me an aero road bike with clearance for at least 32mm tires
    #1
    road bike
    Recommend a roadbike with 32mm clearance · Recommend a lively/aggressive budget road bike · Recommend me an aero road bike with clearance for at least 32mm tires
    5
  • race bike
    4 posts in the past month
    1. Best current deals for aggressive/race bikes?
    2. Best deals at the moment for an aggressive endurance/race bike?
    3. Best Value Race Bike
    #2
    race bike
    Best current deals for aggressive/race bikes? · Best deals at the moment for an aggressive endurance/race bike? · Best Value Race Bike
    4
  • gloves
    3 posts in the past month
    1. Velo, recommend me some Winter gloves
    2. What gloves would redditors of r/velo use/recommend?
    3. Winter gloves with high dexterity , any recs?
    #3
    gloves
    Velo, recommend me some Winter gloves · What gloves would redditors of r/velo use/recommend? · Winter gloves with high dexterity , any recs?
    3
  • wheelset
    2 posts in the past month
    1. Best 2025 Rim Brake Wheelset for ~$1000
    2. The best wheelset for $1000
    #4
    wheelset
    Best 2025 Rim Brake Wheelset for ~$1000 · The best wheelset for $1000
    2
  • bike
    2 posts in the past month
    1. Best 105 Di2 bike to upgrade over time
    2. Best bike for a cyclist training for Crits
    #5
    bike
    Best 105 Di2 bike to upgrade over time · Best bike for a cyclist training for Crits
    2
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Frequently asked questions

Who is r/Velo for?
Best for Cyclists enthusiasts looking for a Reddit-based community with forum discussion.
Is r/Velo free to join?
This listing is not marked as paid-only. Access rules and any fees are decided by the community.
How many members does r/Velo have?
Roughly 76K members, based on figures reported by the community or its host. Member counts are approximate and change over time.
What platform is r/Velo on?
r/Velo runs on Reddit. Reddit communities (or "subreddits") are forum-based groups on the popular social news aggregation, web content rating, and discussion website Reddit. Reddit is commonly known as "the front page of the internet". Users submit content to the site such as links, text posts, and images, which are then voted up or down and discussed by other members. From investing Reddit communities, to professional ones, to ones just for laughs, you're likely to find a community for you on Reddit.
What topics does r/Velo cover?
On the Hive Index, r/Velo is organized under Cyclists.
How do I join r/Velo?
You can join r/Velo by clicking this link, or pressing the "Go to community" button above.
What are the Cycling communities like?
Communities for cyclists of all stripes, from road racers and mountain bikers to commuters and gravel riders.
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