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00:00 Freewheel running + Mick Hucknell nightmares

03:20 Shimano’s latest groupset leaks online

12:51 Former EF Education rider joins OnlyFans after drugs arrest

18:56 WTF is going on at Ineos Grenadiers?

24:24 Clarity on Classified/TRP (FUOTW)

27:42 Overrated/Underrated: SPD sandals

30:58 Overrated/Underrated: Titanium mech hangers

32:23 Overrated/Underrated: bleeding brakes regularly

33:50 Overrated/Underrated: mid/post ride soda

37:03 ‘Am I an idiot for building my own bike from scratch?’

47:31 SICK custom bike build

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Highlights and discussion from Stage 14 of the Tour de France 2024 and Stage 7 of the Giro d'Italia Women.

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Soz for the long one, here’s some timestamps (FYI sometimes the adverts throw the timings off slightly)

00:00 Pogačar came 9th in the sprint?!

04:51 Why was Adam Yates in the break?

08:26 A nasty crash and ‘dangerous’ lead-outs?

12:54 Was Cavendish’s relegation fair?

19:42 Is the ‘dangerous riding’ rule ruining sprints?

25:29 The end of the road for Roglič

26:48 Was Mystic Bella trying to warn us?

27:30 UAE’s Juan Ayuso out with covid

28:25 Will Jonas or Pog attack tomorrow?

34:02 Women’s Giro: Liane Lippert wins the sprint

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It's a long one today, so here's some time stamps (FYI sometimes the adverts throw them off slightly, depending on what platform you're listening on)

00:00 Girmay is soooo in control

02:55 WTF was up with Cavendish’s sprint line?

04:40 Fabio Jakobsen out

05:03 Pogačar crashes

05:36 Fears over Roglič’s collarbone after crash in final 15km

06:48 The current GC standings

08:48 Multiple riders out with illness

12:55 TotalEnergies loses £140,000 worth of bikes and tools

14:45 Was the ruling on Roglič’s crash unfair?

17:11 We want a new jersey competition: The Hawaiian Jersey

18:55 Are we all underestimating Pogačar?

25:48 Bella is terrified of Chris’ FUGLY T-shirt

27:41 Tomorrow’s TdF stage preview

29:14 Women’s Giro: Kopecky BOSSED it

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Highlights and discussion from Stage 11 of the Tour de France 2024 and Stage 4 of the Giro d'Italia Women.

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Highlights and discussion from Stage 10 of the Tour de France 2024 and Stage 2&3 of the Giro d'Italia Women.

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Highlights and discussion from Stage 9 of the Tour de France 2024 and Stage 1 of the Giro d'Italia Women.

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Highlights and discuss from Stage 8 of the Tour de France 2024

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Highlights and discuss from Stage 7 of the Tour de France 2024

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Highlights and discuss from Stage 6 of the Tour de France 2024

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Highlights and discuss from Stage 5 of the Tour de France 2024

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Here's the episode breakdown (FYI, sometimes the adverts throw off the timing slightly)

00:00 We’re back + sad news

05:33 Shimano electric gear hacking?!

11:55 Specialized called out for not paying it’s factory workers

19:14 Overrated/Underrated: The Olympic road races

21:56 Overrated/Underrated: Riding no handed

23:35 Overrated/Underrated: The Alien franchise

26:45 Overrated/Underrated: Treadmills

28:55 Jimmi’s coffee crime scene (FUOTW)

30:27 GCN introduces ‘CRAZY’ new charges for videos

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Highlights and discuss from Stage 4 of the Tour de France 2024

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Highlights and discuss from Stage 3 of the Tour de France 2024

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Highlights and discuss from Stage 2 of the Tour de France 2024

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Highlights and discuss from Stage 1 of the Tour de France 2024

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Here’s the episode breakdown (the timings may be a bit off due to advert placement on some platforms!)

00:00 Our top secret trip for the launch of new bike

15:49 This cycling brand’s new streetwear range is… unexpected

19:27 Wild Ones merch is back!

20:28 He just got a knighthood…

21:15 MyWhoosh is coming for Zwift, are they in trouble?

24:08 Zwift now does a smart bike

31:29 Celebrity’s massive bike crash

32:38 Big drama at the Tour of Britain

33:39 Pro cyclist demands apology after Tour of Slovenia disqualification

35:38 Job cuts and closures at GCN

39:14 UCI ‘copying football’ with latest rule change

44:07 Overrated/Underrated: The UCI

45:53 Overrated/Underrated: Wearing matching brand cycling kit

46:30 Overrated/Underrated: Coaching for everyday riding

49:16 Overrated/Underrated: Centre Parcs

52:12 Jimmi’s wine got confiscated by security (FUOTW)

56:17 A BIG sportive error

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This week we're throwing it over to you, the listeners, to answer your burning questions in our latest Listeners' Takeover Special.

Here’s the episode breakdown (FYI, sometime the adverts throw off the timings, but hopefully you get the gist)

00:00 Francis’ rim brake Scott road bike

03:29  Francis’ Triban gravel commuter

04:52 Francis Scott Addict gravel bike

06:04  Francis ‘ornamental’ baby blue Willier

06:46  Francis e-cargo bike

07:30 Emily's Canyon Ultimate

09:37 Emily’s Cannondale Topstone

11:45 Jimmi’s bright pink Time Alp D’Huez

12:11 Jimmi’s hand illustrated one-of-a-kind road bike

12:49 Jimmi’s custom steel off-roader

13:38 Jimmi’s custom steel race bike

14:17 Jimmi’s ‘flame paint’ Time ADHX 

14:55 How do you keep sweat out of your eyes?

16:57 How different is Tiagra and 105 really?

20:43 Is it a good idea changing forks to get more tire clearance?

26:00 Tips for riding in a group

31:11 Is SRAM & Shimano cross compatible?

33:43 Are expensive cycling shoes really better?

36:25 Bike crash - who was in the wrong?

39:38 Overrated/Underrated: tan wall tires

41:11 Overrated/Underrated: building a bike from parts

43:49 Overrated/Underrated: hybrid bikes

46:13 Overrated/Underrated: cargo bib shorts 

48:09 Overrated/Underrated: latex tubes

48:21 Overrated/Underrated: deep section rims

49:45 Overrated/Underrated: Bromptons

51:30 Overrated/Underrated: big graphics on frames and wheels

52:25 Overrated/Underrated: renovating your house

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This week we're testing out some new jingles for the podcast, we're also chatting about Pogacar getting flagged on Strava – and how the app is going to start using AI to catch cheats. We also talk about the new series of Netflix's Tour de France Unchained... and how we're going to be in it. Plus we uncover a fake Assos clothing website which scammed one listener out of 100euros, and talk about how to avoid getting caught in the same trap. Plus more fun stuff!

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FYI! we're taking a little season break and will be back with our regluar, weekly Wild Ones Podcast from late August. Catch you then!

Highlights and discussion from Stage 21 of the Tour de France 2024.

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Here’s some time stamps (FYI, sometimes the adverts throw the timings off slightly)

00:00 Tadej Pogačar claims his 3rd Yellow Jersey 🎉

03:00 Pog’s win ration is WILD

04:06 Cavendish and Bardet ride their last EVER Tour stage

05:29 Pogačar hits back at claims he’s 'greedy' in his hunt for stages

07:00 UAE boss gives an update on Pogačar’s Vuelta prospects

09:39 Biniam Girmay’s Green Jersey victory will shape the future of cycling

11:50 Could sprint stages change in future Tours?

15:25 Richard Carapaz named most combative rider

16:35 Carapaz’ new KOM bike

17:17 Bini drops the F-bomb (fluff up 1)

17:45 Matteo Jorgenson slips out on TT course (fluff up 2)

18:07 Soudal team car crashes into forest (fluff up 3)

18:47 The Wild Ones Host Fantasy League winner is…

21:09 FYI! We’re taking a little break - see you soon!

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This week we’re chatting new SRAM Red, 13-speed Di2, Zwift raising its prices, and Mark Cavendish’s new record and Strava Segments could soon be banned in some places.

Here’s the full breakdown (FYI, sometimes advert knock the timings off slightly, depending on where you’re listening)

00:00 Ice baths & heated seats

01:19 New SRAM Red is here

05:06 Giro’s 99% off sale & pricing errors (follow-up)

07:25 13-Speed Fully Wireless Di2?!

13:55 Zwift are raising their prices

22:53 Mark Cavendish is officially the GOAT

25:31 Is Pogacar’s dominance making pro racing dull?

30:13 You can now watch live British racing

31:27 Strava Segments could soon be banned in some places

46:48 Overrated/Underrated: ¾ bibs

50:45 Overrated/Underrated: super reflective winter wear

52:37 Overrated/Underrated: colour-coordinated details on bikes

54:02 Jimmi got blocked by a pro cyclist?! (FUOTW)

55:59 Francis sounds like a Mexican narco?

57:16 Insects on bike rides… our horror stories

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Francis is back and this week we’re chatting AI, those beef stew energy gels, a GIro pricing mistake that accidentally gives shoppers 99% off, new SRAM red and more.

Here’s the full breakdown (FYI, sometimes advert knock the timings off slightly, depending on where you’re listening)

00:00 Our first fluff up

01:13 Emily made AI versions of Jimmi, Francis and Nic

06:18 Cade Media Spanish channel

09:52 Beef Stew energy gels DO exist!

12:57 Giro‘pricing error’ accidentally gives shoppers 99% off shoes

18:08 Elitewheel’s “rip off” hub and knock on effects for GCN

25:01 New SRAM Red groupset spotted at the Giro d’Italia

29:19 Overrated/Underrated: Massive cycling glasses

32:02 Overrated/Underrated: Cycling in the southern hemisphere

34:29 Overrated/Underrated: Chocolate bars as ride snacks

35:28 Overrated/Underrated: Beards

37:18 Overrated/Underrated: Hot chips

39:00 We got scammed out of £350 (FUOTW)

41:22 Bank-robbing cyclists

44:33 Gravel bike vs MTB

49:20 Your funny town signs!

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Thanks to Will for joining us! Check out his website for more info: www.willgirling.com

Here’s the episode breakdown (sorry if the timings don't quite match up, sometimes the adverts mess up timings depending on what platform you're listening on):

00:00 EF’s head nutritionist is on the pod!

03:54 Stages fires entire workforce, ceases all operations

08:12 Rapha lay-offs

09:34 Colnago are cashing in on the Pogacar effect

11:30 Why eating isn’t cheating 

12:49 Fasted training can make you more prone to illness

17:51 Sugar is not the enemy + understanding insulin resistance

20:36 Are some sugars better than others?

21:44 Want to eat sugary treats? Do it after exercise!

22:25 How much food you should eat while riding

23:26 Skinner doesn’t equal faster

28:13 You don’t need expensive sports nutrition

32:36 Cramping and the big salt myth

37:12 The link between salt & digestion issues while riding

37:57 The ‘best diet for weight loss’ isn’t what you think

49:20 Food knowledge is the key to a healthy diet

51:46 Everything a world tour pro eats in a day

58:12 Will’s strategy for the EF team

59:47 Are pro riders allowed to drink alcohol?

01:00:19 Will a few glasses of wine ‘ruin’ my training?

01:02:11 Caffeine chewing gum?!

01:03:19 Do THIS to stop sugar damaging your teeth 

01:04:51 Gels and bars vs candy and sweets

01:06:34 Don’t like sugary snacks? Try this

01:07:58 ‘Help! Why am I bonking on rides?’

01:15:34 Will’s favourite meal of all time

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Thanks to Mike for coming on the show, you can check out his channel here

Here's a breakdown of the episode - sorry if the time stamps aren't quite right, sometimes the adverts screw up the timings and we can't fix it :( but hopefully you get the gist

00:00 Meet Britain’s ‘most hated cyclist’ who’s reported 1700+ drivers

07:55 ‘More hated than Hitler’

10:08 Why does Mikey upset people so much?

13:23 Should we be snitching on bad drivers?

16:53 Is reporting drivers safer or more dangerous for cyclists?

19:48 Shimano crank snaps 5 months after passing inspection

29:27 Shimano working on a fully wireless groupset?

35:18 How did Mikey get started?

36:43 Why does he do it?

38:18 How does he deal with hate & abuse?

40:57 Mikey’s WILDEST encounters

45:23 Is Mikey too confrontational?

46:16 Violence and online threats

47:25 Mikey’s camera setup

49:26 ‘The fame is horrible, I don’t want it’

50:19 Does Mikey give cyclists a bad name?

55:32 What do the police think of Mikey’s antics?

58:50 What it will take for Mikey to STOP reporting

01:01:36 Why doesn’t Mikey report bad cyclists?

01:03:30 Do people he catches change their attitudes?

01:04:32 What can help ease tension between drivers and cyclists?

01:06:19 What has improved since Mikey began filming

01:09:13 Recording and submitting close passes

01:11:40 The biggest problem in cycling right now

01:13:34 Does Mikey ‘go about things the wrong way’?

01:18:25 Are the trolls here yet?

01:18:45 The elephant in the room (FUOTW)

01:19:41 Send us your questions for EF nutritionist Will

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Watch the MVDP cap thrower video here!

And here’s an interesting article about match fixing at Belgian kermesses.

Watch the audio version of this podcast, or check out our other videos here.

Here’s the full episode breakdown (sorry if the time stamps are a little out. The adverts throw it off sometimes, but hopefully you get the gist)

00:00 Weird town names

03:04 The dumbest move a pro cyclist can make…

06:07 Is Pidcock a sore loser?

07:40 Jimmi busted a speeding driver with his bike cam!

10:35 The Paris-Roubaix cap thrower & potential match fixing in cycling

16:21 Stop stealing cobbles!

17:47 Jimmi’s getting a World Champs jersey

22:37 Overrated/Underrated: Black finishing kits

27:16 Overrated/Underrated: Thermal bib shorts

28:41 Overrated/Underrated: Cliff bars for cycling

30:20 Overrated/Underrated: Adidas Velosambas

33:38 Francis’ meeting mess up (FUOTW)

34:40 Protective tape to stop frame bags rubbing

35:20 Our European bike holiday recommendations

42:24 Are bike ‘laser lanes’ the key to safe car passing?

47:24 Is Lanterne Rouge really banned from the bookies? Here’s the answer!

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This week the gang's back together as Francis returns from Malaysia. We play an April Fool's based news quiz, plus find out why people are hating on Rapha’s latest jersey release. Also in the news, sticky bottles at Paris-Roubaix and are Vingegaard & Evenepoel out of the Tour de France? We'll also be rating cable actuated hydraulic disc brakes, the spring classics, the gym and Aaron Taylor Johnson as James Bond. Lastly, we'll be discussing essential handling skills every roadie should know.

Enjoy! And if you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like us to discuss or anything else, email us at wildonespodcast@cademedia.co.uk Thanks and see you next time.

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Welcome to our special Listener's Takeover edition of the Wild Ones Podcast. This week we're joined by mechanic Nic, and cycling coach, racer and mechanic James to answer your questions.

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This week we're joined by mechanic, bike racer and coach James Jobber, and we're chatting about the latest piece of aero tech to hit the pro peloton and asking whether it will be (and should be) the next big thing in cycling. Plus, Zipp has finally made a full statement on their hookless wheels at the centre of the Lotto Dstny controversy. And James gives us his tips for making big gains in your cycling – and it's got nothing to do with numbers.

Plus we're play more Overrated/Underrated, Emily has a confession and we answer your questions.

Thanks to coach James for joining us this week. You can get in touch with him at www.upshiftvelo.co.uk

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This week we're back with bike mechanic Nic chatting about Lance Armstrong's latest controversial comments on the current era of pros plus whether doping is rife at amateur level. We also check in on the latest news from the bike industry sales crisis and debate whether Mark Cavendish can still make his Tour de France record dreams after a bad run or form. Plus there's more Overrated/Underrated and your questions on getting friends and family into cyclnig and how to choose the right gears for a hilly event.

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In this special extended episode of The Wild Ones Podcast we're joined by paracyclist Dan Richards, who lost his right arm and shoulder in a motorbike accident at age 23... and says it's the best thing that ever happened to him. His powerful story – from a young soldier to rebuilding his life from rock bottom – provides lessons in resilience and determination that we can all learn from, and we're so grateful to Dan for sharing it with us.

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Highlights and discussion from Stage 20 of the Tour de France 2024.

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00:00 Today’s stage round-up

03:11 Pogačar’s winning streak branded ‘disrespectful’

09:13 Sticky bottle beef

12:36 Visma cut off race radio access & do race radios ruin racing?

19:55 when wheels collide (fluff up)

20:41 The final TT! Stage preview

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Welcome back to another episode! This week, we chat about Pogačar’s riding position and MORE hookless tire explosions at the Strade Binache. Plus we roast the worst helmet of all time and discuss the news that Wiggle has been sold for less than £10million. We also play a game of cycling 'Would You Rather', Overrated/Underrated and discuss DNFing.

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This week we're joined by ultra-endurance cyclist Chris Hall as we chat about the latest controversy surrounding hookless wheels and the calls for them to be banned from the pro peloton. We also discuss a bizarre story of a pro team's "attempted fraud" (the UCI's words, not ours), which saw them suspended from racing after they dressed a mechanic as a rider to try and sign on for a race. Plus we talk to Chris about his journey from a corporate day job to becoming an adventure cyclist.

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Welcome back to another episode. This week we’ve got an update on what’s going on with Scott and some of our other sponsors this year, we’re also chatting about Shimano’s latest financial report, and discussing some unpopular road cycling opinions from the internet. 

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Welcome back to another instalment of The Wild Ones Podcast. Francis is back and this week we talk encounters with Arnold Schwarzenegger, Zwift’s latest bizarre move, solar-charging shifters, and a new ‘Olympics-style’ competition where doping is legal. Plus we jump into your Overrated/Underrated suggestions.

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We’re back, and this week we’re chatting Gladiators, SRAM’s lever recall, men’s health, cycling influencers, and allegations of modern slavery at a Shimano manufacturer.

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We’re back with more bike chat – this week we talk theories about the new SRAM Red, photos of which were allegedly leaked online. Plus we debate what needs to change in pro cycling as team Ineos fights to save the Tour of Britain, and we ask ‘do cycling clubs have a place in 2024?’

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We chat GCN’s latest pricey kit drop, the latest handlebar offering from ENVE, aerodynamics and the Muc Off advert that got the internet talking this week.

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This week we chat about Shimano’s new venture into AI-controlled bikes, where to save and where to invest your money when it comes to cycling stuff and overrated cycling clothing.

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This week pro mechanic Nic reveals what he really thinks about popular bike products as we play ‘Love, Tolerate, Kill’, plus he reveals what makes a great winter bike and when you should replace an alloy frame.

Here’s the full rundown:

00:00 Bikepacking in freezing Scotland

00:54 Wiggle owed Harribo £20,000?!

02:31 Nic’s ultimate ‘winter bike’ recommendations

06:31 What frame material is best for winter?

09:41 Choosing the right frame

12:01 Groupsets for winter riding

14:42 Our winter wheel choices

16:25 Our winter tyre choices

19:54 Do mudguards destroy your components?

25:03 The problem with tubeless

27:27 How to maintain your bike over winter

28:48 SRAM, Shimano or Campagnolo?

33:59 Di2, Etap or mechanical shifting?

36:35 Titanium, carbon or alloy?

39:25 Gravel, road or time trial?

40:52 Cannondale, Trek or Specialized?

42:02 Sarto, Tommasini or Time?

43:41 Hunt, Enve or DT Swiss?

44:23 1x gearing, 2x gearing or fixed gear?

45:53 Shimano SPD-SL, Look Keo, Speedplay

47:27 Schwalbe Marathon Plus, Panaracer Gravel King or Continental Gatorskins?

48:39 Overrated or Underrated: Rollers

51:07 Overrated or Underrated: Dropper posts on gravel bikes

52:49 Overrated or Underrated: Bike bells

54:16 Emily ruined our best podcast intro yet… (FUOTW)

55:53 Listener’s takeover: Bike muggings

56:45 How long do alloy bike frames last?

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This week we’re joined by pro mechanic Nic from Backyard Bike Shop to chat the cost of bikes (and whether it can be justified), bike muggings, strange goings on at Sports Direct and more. Here’s the full breakdown:

00:00 New Year’s antics

00:30 People are angry with GCN

14:59 Melissa Dennis death & Rohan Dennis arrest

15:56 The rise of bike-jackings

25:02 The great Sports Direct superbike mystery

34:18 Why the industry needs to cater more to average cyclists

38:05 We need to educate drivers!

40:43 The problem with e-bikes

41:05 The cycling industry needs a shake-up

41:53 Overrated/Underrated: average speed

44:55 Overrated/Underrated: 650b wheels

49:40 Overrated/Underrated: Muc Off

52:21 Overrated/Underrated: frame bags

53:05 Overrated/Underrated: suspension on gravel bikes

54:21 Jimmi’s Christmas Eve error (FUOTW)

55:35 Nic got ‘Home Aloned’ (FUOTW)

56:27 Dry vs wet lube - what’s the difference?

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Highlights and discussion from Stage 19 of the Tour de France 2024.

Here’s some time stamps (FYI, sometimes the adverts throw the timings off slightly)

00:00 Pogačar attacks… again!

07:40 Vingegaard’s emotional finish 

11:42 Carapaz takes the polkadot jersey

13:33 Did a UAE insider leak Pog’s plans?

20:35 Magnus Cort thinks he knows why Vingegaard is losing time…

22:45 Tomorrow’s stage preview and winner predictions

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It's our last episode of 2023 and possibly our most chaotic yet. Here's the full breakdown:

00:00 Hello from the past…

00:43 The Biggest Cycling Stuff Of 2023 Quiz!

07:26 The Biggest Cycling Stuff Of 2023 Quiz - The answers

14:50 The tie break question…

16:48 A sad update from Francis

20:50 Help us raise some money for charity

24:41 Our cycling New Year’s resolutions

30:45 Secret Santa reveal: Jimmi wrote a song for Emily

33:28 Secret Santa reveal: Emily got a special message for Francis

39:47 Secret Santa reveal: Francis bought Jimmi the most INSANE gift!

43:15 Overrated/Underrated: Cycling tatt

44:35 Overrated/Underrated: Festive 500

45:57 Overrated/Underrated: Home Alone

48:54 Overrated/Underrated: Die Hard

49:58 Overrated/Underrated: Fairytale Of New York

51:36 Overrated/Underrated: All I Want For Xmas Is You

52:10 Fluff Up Of The Year

53:26 Bike buying dilemma - gravel bike or XC MTB?

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Thanks and see you in 2024!

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We’re back with more news and views from the world of cycling! 

Here’s the full breakdown:

00:00 Francis is back!

00:45 Could this new monitor revolutionise cycling?

10:30 Philippe Gilbert found guilty of assaulting driver on training ride

18:09 Mark Cavendish’s bike is for sale & fans are angry

22:31 Jimmi & Emily sold Attacus

25:53 The cycling gear we asked for for Christmas

33:13: Trouble at Canyon + Overrated/Underrated

35:19 Overrated/Underrated: Fixed gear bikes

37:27 Overrated/Underrated: Cycling holiday packages

41:29 Overrated/Underrated: Photochromatic lenses

42:34 Overrated/Underrated: Flat pedals

46:05 Overrated/Underrated: Classic electric guitars

47:13 Jimmi fell into a wind tunnel (FUOTW)

50:40 WEIRD dream about Jimmi & Francis

52:17 Is protective frame wrapping worth it?

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Things got awkward in the world of pro cycling this week as Jumbo-Visma announced the signing of young rider Cian Uijtdebroeks, only for Bora-Hansgrohe to claim he's legally theirs until the end of next year. We chat about this, plus Wiggo's latest revelation and Halford's embarrassing Christmas bike display with Pendulum guitarist and cycling commentator Perry Ap Gwynedd. Check him out here: https://www.instagram.com/perryguitar666/

Here’s the full breakdown:

00:00 Jimmi’s Best Friend Is Here!

02:31 Jumbo-Visma & Bora-Hansgrohe At WAR Over Rider Contract

10:03 Pronouncing Unfamiliar Names On Live TV

11:40 How Perry Got His Big Break In Cycling

13:57 Bradley Wiggins Says He Doesn’t Ride A Bike Anymore

17:13 Can You Stay Passionate About Your Hobby When It’s Your Job?

19:59 Halfords’ Embarrassing Bike Display

24:18 Most Memorable Cycling Moments Of All Time…

25:16 Mark Cavendish Breaks Collarbone at TdF 2014

26:46 Geraint Thomas Wins Paris-Nice 2016

27:46 Geraint Wins Stage One Of Tdf 2017

28:31 Geraint Becomes First Welsh TdF Winner 2018

29:32 Crying On Live TV…

32:29 Wout Van Aert At The 2012 TdF

34:39 2022 Paris Roubaix 

35:15 Lizzie Deignan Wins First Ever Paris Roubaix Femmes

36:41 Our Thoughts On Cobbles

37:48 Overrated/Underrated: Carbon Forks On Alloy Bikes

39:31 Overrated/Underrated: Bike Computers

43:37 Overrated/Underrated: Washing Your Bike After Every Ride

44:58 Overrated/Underrated: Group Rides

46:14 Overrated/Underrated: Being A Rockstar

49:48 Fluff Up Of The Week: Perry’s On-Stage Nightmare

52:52 Does Big Saddle To Drop Ratio Look ‘Cool’?

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This week, we’re joined by Francis’ former coach and ex-Commonwealth Games racer Pete Hawkins for a deep-dive into training. We chat ‘high end’ alloy bikes, motivation, managing expectations, juggling your work/life/cycling balance, how to know if you’re over training and ask the Big Question - is training like a pro actually a good idea?

Check out Pete’s coaching business here: https://www.upshiftvelo.co.uk/

Here's the full breakdown:

00:00 Coach Pete is here!

02:54 Pete's approach to training

04:41 Fitness in your late 30s vs your 20s

08:40 Would you pay £3,100 for a 105 alloy bike?

18:10 The danger of comparison in training

22:37 Is training like a pro a good idea? | The Big Question

28:00 Is pro nutrition, bikes and kit really worth the hype?

30:25 The pro 'look'

33:22 Cycling has a HUGE body image problem…

38:58 Motivation & changing negative mindsets

43:43 Overrated/Underrated: branded sports nutrition

45:35 Overrated/Underrated: power meters

48:01 At what age do most people get a coach?

49:25 Pete reveals what it was like coaching Francis

51:18 Overrated/Underrated: New Year’s fitness resolutions

51:47 Overrated/Underrated: Riding In Snow

54:22 Fluff Up Of The Week

55:28 (TW: eating disorders) ‘How do I know if I’m overtraining?’

01:01:26 ‘How do I keep fit after having a baby?’

01:04:03 ‘How do I get fit enough to ride the Alps?’

01:08:30 ‘Help! What nutrition should I be using?’

01:12:24 Pete’s coaching deets

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