Yowamushi Pedal

Yowamushi Pedal, also known as Weakling Pedal, is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Wataru Watanabe. It began serialization in Akita Shoten's Weekly Shōnen Champion in 2008. The story revolves around Sakamichi Onoda, an otaku who joins his high school's bicycle racing club and discovers his talent for cycling. The series follows Onoda and his teammates as they compete in various races, showcasing the excitement and intensity of competitive cycling. Beyond the races, the manga explores themes of friendship, rivalry, and personal growth. Yowamushi Pedal has been adapted into multiple anime seasons, films, stage plays, and live-action dramas, becoming a popular sports franchise. The anime adaptation, produced by TMS Entertainment, includes five seasons, multiple theatrical films, and original animation DVDs (OADs). It's praised for its engaging characters, thrilling races, and overall dynamic portrayal of competitive cycling.