Alright, folks, spring is here, and that means the cycling season is kicking into high gear. For those of us who love betting on the pedals, this is the time to dig into the best promotions out there. The big races are lining up—think Giro d’Italia, the Classics, and some of the early prep events—and sportsbooks are starting to roll out offers that can give us an edge. I’ve been tracking a few standout deals that might interest anyone looking to put some money on the peloton.
First off, there’s a solid offer from Bet365 right now. They’re doing a 20% boost on accumulator bets for cycling markets, which is perfect if you’re like me and enjoy chaining together stage winners or podium finishes. It’s capped at $50 extra, but if you’re betting on a few riders across a weekend, it adds up. The catch is you need at least three legs, so it’s worth studying the form guides—riders like Pogacar and Evenepoel are looking strong for the hilly stages this spring.
Next, I’ve spotted something from DraftKings that’s more niche but could pay off. They’ve got a “top 10 finish” insurance promo for selected one-day races. Place a bet on a rider to finish in the top 10, and if they crash out or miss by a hair, you get your stake back as a free bet, up to $25. With how unpredictable the Classics can be—cobbles, wind, breakaways—it’s a decent safety net. I’m eyeing this for Paris-Roubaix; the chaos there always shakes up the odds.
For the Grand Tour fans, keep an eye on FanDuel. They’re running a “stage hunter” deal where if you bet on a stage winner in the Giro and your pick comes second, you get a $10 free bet credited. It’s not huge, but with 21 stages, there’s room to play the long game. I’ll be watching sprinters like Ewan or maybe a breakaway specialist like Alaphilippe for those flatter days.
One thing I’ve learned from years of betting on cycling: spring races are a goldmine if you’re patient. The promos are there, but the real trick is matching them to the right riders and races. Weather’s a factor too—rain’s already messed with training schedules this month, so check those last-minute updates. Anyone else seeing good offers out there? I’m always hunting for an edge before the peloton rolls out.
First off, there’s a solid offer from Bet365 right now. They’re doing a 20% boost on accumulator bets for cycling markets, which is perfect if you’re like me and enjoy chaining together stage winners or podium finishes. It’s capped at $50 extra, but if you’re betting on a few riders across a weekend, it adds up. The catch is you need at least three legs, so it’s worth studying the form guides—riders like Pogacar and Evenepoel are looking strong for the hilly stages this spring.
Next, I’ve spotted something from DraftKings that’s more niche but could pay off. They’ve got a “top 10 finish” insurance promo for selected one-day races. Place a bet on a rider to finish in the top 10, and if they crash out or miss by a hair, you get your stake back as a free bet, up to $25. With how unpredictable the Classics can be—cobbles, wind, breakaways—it’s a decent safety net. I’m eyeing this for Paris-Roubaix; the chaos there always shakes up the odds.
For the Grand Tour fans, keep an eye on FanDuel. They’re running a “stage hunter” deal where if you bet on a stage winner in the Giro and your pick comes second, you get a $10 free bet credited. It’s not huge, but with 21 stages, there’s room to play the long game. I’ll be watching sprinters like Ewan or maybe a breakaway specialist like Alaphilippe for those flatter days.
One thing I’ve learned from years of betting on cycling: spring races are a goldmine if you’re patient. The promos are there, but the real trick is matching them to the right riders and races. Weather’s a factor too—rain’s already messed with training schedules this month, so check those last-minute updates. Anyone else seeing good offers out there? I’m always hunting for an edge before the peloton rolls out.
