Best SMOOTH TALK 101 Podcasts (2024)

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Carbon Wheel Buying Guide: The Best & Worst Buys | NERO Show Ep. 109 1:34:07

18h ago1:34:07

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Today's Episode is powered by Peaks Challenge Falls Creek – Australia's most thrilling one-day cycling event! Sign up now for 2025: https://bicyclenetwork.com.au. We bring in a guest to discuss the best carbon wheel sets on the market in 2024. It's a question we are always asked, so we wanted to look it when budget was no barrier. Chris gets a top …

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Cyclist Tried The “Miracle” Fat Jab: Riding Is HARD On Ozempic | NERO Show Ep. 108 1:29:25

8d ago1:29:25

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Today's Episode is powered by Peaks Challenge Falls Creek – Australia's most thrilling one-day cycling event! Sign up now for 2025: https://bicyclenetwork.com.au. Does the miracle weight loss drug have any use in cycling, we talk to someone who has not only tried it, but trained and raced while using the drug. What are the best Road helmets in 2024…

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Caution: This Aero Bike Could Ruin Your Bike Fit | NERO Show Ep. 107 1:33:14

15d ago1:33:14

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Today's Episode is powered by Peaks Challenge Falls Creek – Australia's most thrilling one-day cycling event! Sign up now for 2025: https://bicyclenetwork.com.au. Dare's cutting-edge aero bike is testing the limits of speed, but it comes with a hefty price tag. Lapierre unveils a fierce competitor to the Trek Madone and Specialized SL8, while Jesse…

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ENVE Melee Review - A Smooth Race Bike (With A Cost) | NERO Show Ep. 106 1:36:32

22d ago1:36:32

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Today's Episode is supported by Peaks Challenge Falls Creek Australia's Most Iconic One Day Cycling Event Enter Now for 2025: https://bicyclenetwork.com.au The Enve Melee remains one of the more unique bikes on the market, Jesse has had the opportunity to ride one and we go into detail about where this bike sits in the market. Gran Fondo chaos in A…

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6 Upgrades To This Custom Built Bike | NERO Show Ep. 105 1:18:35

29d ago1:18:35

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This episode is supported by Peaks Challenge Falls Creek Australia's Most Iconic One Day Cycling Event An Enve Melee has sparked our interest, so we debate the custom elements that makes this bike a real contender. Chris is asked whether he would swap his S5 for an SL8 and we discuss the 2024 cycling trends that fell short. Chapters 00:30 6 Upgrade…

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Does Italy Make The Best Road Bikes? | NERO Show Ep. 104 1:33:00

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Today's episode is presented by PILLAR PERFORMANCE Check out pillarperformance.shop and use code NERO at checkout for 15% off The new TREK Madone faces some criticism as a review shows strange sizing and fit issues. Why do people think Italian bikes are better, even when they are made in the same factories as the main brands? Cam Nicholls tests a r…

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A Better Bike: Factor Ostro VAM vs S-Works Tarmac SL8 | NERO Show Ep. 103 1:33:46

1M ago1:33:46

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Today's episode is presented by PILLAR PERFORMANCE Check out pillarperformance.shop and use code NERO at checkout for 15% off The Factor Ostro VAM has been received some glowing reviews as well as being ranked very high in performance tests, we re-address the bike and compare it to the market leader Specialized SL8. A review of the world championsh…

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The Fastest Carbon Wheels All Use This Width | NERO Show Ep. 102 1:29:43

2M ago1:29:43

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Today's episode is presented by PILLAR PERFORMANCE Check out pillarperformance.shop and use code NERO at checkout for 15% off Far Sport release a sub-1200g 50mm deep carbon wheelset which has us comparing this to other wheels in the market. Jesse deep dives internal and external rim depth, and we talk about which is best suited to each circumstance…

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We Need To Talk About UCI Gran Fondo’s | NERO Show Ep. 101 1:41:24

2M ago1:41:24

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Today's episode is presented by PILLAR PERFORMANCE Check out pillarperformance.shop and use code NERO at checkout for 15% off We rode Amy's Gran Fondo this weekend, qualify for the UCI Gran Fondo world championships. But we wanted to deep dive into gran fondos in 2024. They are most popular road cycling events we have, but are we doing them right? …

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Which Bike Brands Actually Innovate? | The NERO Show Ep. 100 2:09:51

2M ago2:09:51

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Today's episode is presented by PILLAR PERFORMANCE Check out pillarperformance.shop and use code NERO at checkout for 15% off Massive 100 episode with everything from new bikes from Scott and Felt, to a breakdown of the best packages available Chapters 00:00 intro 00:30 New Scott Addict RC Spotted 9:03 Marketing A Climbing Bike 12:55 Scott Bikes In…

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NEW: Aero Bike Testing Ranks 11 Fast Road Bikes | The NERO Show Ep. 99 1:34:30

2M ago1:34:30

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Today's episode is presented by PILLAR PERFORMANCE Check out pillarperformance.shop and use code NERO at checkout for 15% off Cycling News drop a huge MEGA BIKE TEST with some of the biggest name bikes and brands going head to head in the wind tunnel. We pick through the article and discuss the outcomes. @roadcc have been busy with tests of their o…

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New Aero Bike With Relaxed Geometry… A Smart Choice? | The NERO Show Ep. 98 1:29:07

3M ago1:29:07

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Presented by Favero Assioma MX Pro Power Pedals Power Meter Pedals for MTB XC, gravel and CX Check Out https://cycling.favero.com/en/assiomapromx to find out more Ribble have launched a new "All-Road" bike, we take a look at the specification and ask if this is the style of bike to replace the traditional endurance bike. We discuss the end of your …

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Cam Nicholls and NorCal Cycling on Starting Indoor Training & Choosing Fastest Gear For Your Money 1:38:48

3M ago1:38:48

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Special Episode featuring @NorCalCycling & @CamNicholls These two guys have been doing comparison content on YouTube for a large part of the last decade, so we go into depth with what they have seen from frames, wheels and groupers. We dive into the road bike tyre width issue and NorCal builds the perfect crit bike for 2024. Cam is keen to get back…

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The Women’s Tour de France Was Unbelievable | The NERO Show Ep. 97 1:49:30

3M ago1:49:30

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Get The Best Deals On Road & Gravel Bikes Bike Exchange: www.bikeexchange.com/nero Did we just watch the best Grand Tour of the year? Is it even a Grand Tour? One way or another we recap an extraordinary and controversial @LeTourDeFrance Femme, with the smallest winning margin in our lifetimes. Pro cycling transfer season is well underway, we discu…

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New Chinese Carbon Bikes: Fast But Low Quality? | The NERO Show Ep. 96 1:19:18

3M ago1:19:18

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Get The Best Deals On Road & Gravel Bikes Bike Exchange: www.bikeexchange.com/nero We are called out by @PeakTorque as frauds, liars and hiding the truth in our assessment of the Chinese Super Bike. We hit back breaking down his assessment of the frame and how that compares to what Jesse's experience has been. Campagnolo have released some exciting…

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My Bike Fit is Slow… What Can I Do? | The NERO Show Ep. 95 1:21:44

3M ago1:21:44

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Get The Best Deals On Road & Gravel Bikes Bike Exchange: www.bikeexchange.com/nero How can you get some free speed? Jesse rips into Chris' position at a weekend elite criterium and we search for a few solutions. The China bike wins its first race, but why is Jesse still corning like a Hubbard? SRAM release a gravel groupset we are suppose to care a…

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My Rim Brake Bike is Slower than Modern Disc Bike | The NERO Show Ep. 94 1:37:11

4M ago1:37:11

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Get The Best Deals On Road & Gravel Bikes Bike Exchange: www.bikeexchange.com/nero Are modern bikes as bad as YouTube tells us they are? Jesse discusses his experience from moving from a top of the line rim brake bike to a Chinese road disc brake bike. We answer some YouTube comments about Rim brakes and look at what the future might look like. Chr…

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NEW Canyon Aeroad: The Perfect Aero Bike | The NERO Show Ep. 93 1:35:02

4M ago1:35:02

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Get The Best Deals On Road & Gravel Bikes Bike Exchange: www.bikeexchange.com/nero Chapters 00:00 intro 01:00 New Canyon Aeroad 23:18 Would You Buy It? 35:32 TDF Winners & Losers 43:02 Could Pogacar Win On A Cheap Bike? 53:07 Uno X Partner Ridley 55:33 Bike Review Language 57:49 China Bike Ride Update 1:20:57 China Bike Speed Test 1:29:05 Should We…

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Clean Tour de France Riders Smashing Fastest Doped Climbers | The NERO Show Ep. 92 1:10:03

4M ago1:10:03

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Get The Best Deals On Road & Gravel Bikes Check Out Nero on the Bike Exchange platform The Tour de France hits the mountains and we check out some of the bike and tech choices of the pros, whilst some insane climbing performances has everyone wondering how this is even possible. The Van Rysel RCR is reviewed, Coros delay their entry into the road b…

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Guess Every Tour de France Bike in 2024 | The NERO Show Ep. 91 1:14:32

4M ago1:14:32

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Assioma PRO MX is the ultimate, rock-solid SPD® power meter pedal to improve your strength on the bike. Check Out The Assioma Favero MX Power Meter Pedals with a special Nero Show link - https://bit.ly/4dFgpUE Guess the bikes of the 2024 Tour de France, Jesse challenges Chris to name the bikes of the tour with just the silhouette. A huge week one o…

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Trek Gamble with New Madone & Exciting Gear from Eurobike | The NERO Show Ep. 90 1:56:24

4M ago1:56:24

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The best online cycling deals are at BIKES ONLINE. Use Code NERO5 at checkout to receive 5% off already discounted items such as the Tambora G7, POC Omni Lite or any of the amazing Helios range of bikes Bikes Online US 🇺🇸 - https://bikesonline-usa.sjv.io/PyMJoN Bikes Online AUS 🇦🇺 - https://bikesonline-australia.pxf.io/VmMq16 Chris is live at EuroB…

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How to Choose the Best Bike Size for You | The NERO Show Ep. 89 1:31:59

5M ago1:31:59

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The best online cycling deals are at BIKES ONLINE. Use Code NERO5 at checkout to receive 5% off already discounted items such as the Tambora G7, POC Omni Lite or any of the amazing Helios range of bikes Bikes Online US 🇺🇸 Bikes Online AUS 🇦🇺 The Tour de France is just around the corner, we discuss which bike sand bike brads have the most to won and…

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Coros Cycling Computer Fail & Cycling Weekly Pick Bike of the Year | The NERO Show Ep. 88 1:12:46

5M ago1:12:46

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Bikes of the year award are being handed out, but what best are actually being testing and why is the industry using these are sales pitches. Zwift release a new bike, Coros enter the bike computer market and Mark Lewis is worries about your motivation. 00:29 YouTube Bikes Of The Year 5:54 Aero Bike Of The Year 11:12 Value Bike Of The Year 12:41 Cl…

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Choosing Parts for My First (Disc Brake) Road Bike | The NERO Show Ep. 87 1:20:43

5M ago1:20:43

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Bikes Online have some of the best deals for your riding Bikes Online US 🇺🇸 Bikes Online AUS 🇦🇺 Check Out The Tambora G7 in Australia Check Out Tambora G7 in the US Building the ultimate cheap Chinese disc brake road bike, Jesse discusses every component and why he decided to use it. A US cycling update with Tulsa Tough and Unbound, while we chat a…

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New: Dare Aero Bike, Trek Madone, Pinarello Dogma & Canyon Aeroad | The NERO Show Ep. 86 1:02:25

5M ago1:02:25

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Today's episode is supported by BIKES ONLINE. Ride More For Less. Bikes Online US 🇺🇸 - https://bikesonline-usa.sjv.io/PyMJoN Bikes Online AUS 🇦🇺 - https://bikesonline-australia.pxf.io/VmMq16 Tambora G7X Aus - bikesonline-australia.pxf.io/EK7GJK Tambora G7X US - bikesonline-usa.sjv.io/nLYjoX The start of the Critérium du Dauphiné (Tour de France War…

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Stiff Climbing vs Aero Bike for Criteriums | The NERO Show Ep. 85 59:35

6M ago59:35

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Today's episode is supported by BIKES ONLINE. Ride More For Less. Bikes Online US Viewers - https://bikesonline-usa.sjv.io/PyMJoN Bikes Online Australian Viewers - bikesonline-australia.pxf.io/VmMq16 Polygon Tambora G8X US Viewers - bikesonline-usa.sjv.io/DKv95o Polygon Tambora G8X Aus Viewers - bikesonline-australia.pxf.io/GmMzNB POC Helmet - bike…

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The Most Advanced Carbon Wheelset in 2024 | The NERO Show Ep. 84 59:51

6M ago59:51

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SUBSCRIBE On Youtube: http://bit.ly/2gMWc1t If money was no object, what wheels would we buy. We do a deep dive into what a premium wheel set looks like in 2024 and of course compare main stream brands to their CCP comrades. Aero bike v Climbing bike might be a 2016 GCN video title, but we go back down the rabbit hole, and we discuss the response t…

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Analysing The New SRAM Red Groupset Release | The NERO Show Ep. 83 1:19:37

6M ago1:19:37

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SRAM launch their new 2024 RED AXS groupset, we breakdown every component, take look at the package as a whole and think about where this sets SRAM up for the future. INEOS are running the classified hub at the Giro, Chris has jumped on a Giant TCR for 2024 and we discuss "that" mechanical at the UCI gravel event in Australia. Chapters 00:30 New SR…

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The New Wave of Fast Chinese Carbon Bikes | The NERO Show Ep. 82 57:19

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The third wave of Chinese cycling products have arrived, better quality, aero testing and higher prices, what do we think? The Shanghai bike show blows our minds with some new product and brands while Chris makes his gravel debut. Chapters 00:00 intro 00:30 Third Wave Asian Brands 10:08 Comparing Mainstream To Asian 23:02 Shanghai Bike Show Highlig…

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Is a Gran Fondo a Race? & POC New Aero Road Helmet | The NERO Show Ep. 81 1:07:44

7M ago1:07:44

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Chris wins a bike race but Jesse isn't so sure it should be a race. We chat about HUGE carb loading and riding a 1x at a climbing event. POC release a new aero helmet that is set to change the helmet landscape and we discuss the importance of 'feel' in a bike review. Chapters 00:00 intro 00:51 Carb Loading Details 08:08 1x For A Climbing Race 10:22…

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New Gear at Sea Otter & Van Rysel RCR Hype But There’s No Stock! | The NERO Show Ep. 80 1:03:09

7M ago1:03:09

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New Tech at the biggest Bike Expo in the US, with some controversy around a brand stealing tech. Classified and ENVE partner up while the Decathlon bike sells out. We also break down TrainerRoad's nutrition advice and ask the question, Chris Carb loading and do you need a coach? Trainer Road Podcasts Jesse Is Talking About: https://youtu.be/8pkiFuX…

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Shane Miller (GPLama) on New Cycling Tech & Dishonest Cycling Reviews 1:34:41

7M ago1:34:41

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Special episodes of the Nero Show featuring the best cycling tech YouTuber on the platform, Shane Miller aka @gplama . Shane was kind enough to give us his time which gave us a chance to go into everything tech related in the cycling space. This chat has everything from his opinion on up and coming cycling etch to an inside look into how he deals w…

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Taking TRT to Raise FTP & New Era of Health-Based Cycling | The NERO Show Ep. 79 59:54

7M ago59:54

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SUBSCRIBE On Youtube: http://bit.ly/2gMWc1t The boys discuss the prevalence of TRT on the cycling scene, the demise of the National Crit League in the United States with the missing millions of dollars, and what bikes should you be avoiding in 2024. Chapters: 00:00 intro 00:49 TRT For Good Health 14:29 GCNs Dan Lloyds Journey Back To Health 22:13 A…

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Counter Culture Cycling Youtube Is Getting Bizarre | The NERO Show Ep. 78 54:51

7M ago54:51

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SUBSCRIBE On Youtube: http://bit.ly/2gMWc1t The BMC Road Machine gets a re-launch for 2024, so we take a look at how they are trying to sell the endurance bike in 2024. We also get some great sales numbers from a big cycling brand are able to see who is really buying what. A full cycling YouTube recap, with some great local content and pandering al…

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Planning My First (Disc Brake) Road Bike Build | The NERO Show Ep. 77 1:06:45

7M ago1:06:45

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Endurance bikes have become the forgotten child in the road bike category, so we take a look at some of the best ones going around and ask why are they not hitting the mark. Jesse is getting closer to his first road disc bike, we chat about the build options. SRAM's new groupset is close, what do we want to see. 03:53 We Are Failing At Endurance Bi…

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No, Bike Brands Aren’t Ripping You Off | The NERO Show Ep. 76 1:13:04

8M ago1:13:04

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SUBSCRIBE On Youtube: http://bit.ly/2gMWc1t Factor bikes CEO breakdowns the cost of building a bike, everything from raw materials to how much they spend on marketing, so we go through the details and pick out our talking points. Cam Nicholls has a unique new bike review format and we discuss some cheaper bike computer alternatives. Chapters 00:00 …

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Mathieu VDP 10 Year Canyon Deal & Understanding YouTube Bike Reviews | The NERO Show Ep. 75 1:06:50

8M ago1:06:50

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Mathieu VPD inks a record breaking deal with Cayo bikes that might just change the future of professional cycling. We look at the details and how it might shape the sort going forward. A great subscriber question this week asking us to interpret the terms and phrases from YouTube reviewers. 00:25 MVDP Gets Paid 17:27 Pro Team Kit Failures 21:52 Pod…

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Should TREK Make Bikes for Pro’s or Consumers? | The NERO Show Ep. 74 1:00:29

8M ago1:00:29

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Become a Nero Show supporter on Patreon: http://tinyurl.com/5fyfcbzb The Taipei bike show blew us away in 2023, so why are we struggling to get amped about the 2024 edition. TREK have announced they will be reducing their bike models, what does this mean for the road bike line. Chris rides the @BicycleNetwork peaks challenge and we ask the question…

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NEW Giant TCR… The Bike We Can’t Figure Out | The NERO Show Ep. 73 1:12:04

8M ago1:12:04

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Giant launched their iconic TCR and we go into every detail. The specifications, who the bike is for, what we think of the launch and ultimately if it's a Nero Approved bike. Subscriber Questions discuss the hype machine that is the S5, and we wouldn't be a cycling media outlet without a discussion of that helmet. Become a Nero Show supporter on Pa…

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Maybe this one- Dear Bike Industry: We Don’t Want Hookless Rims | The NERO Show Ep. 72 1:01:22

9M ago1:01:22

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Become a Nero Show supporter on Patreon: http://tinyurl.com/5fyfcbzb Grab a Nero Kit: https://nero-club.myshopify.com SUBSCRIBE On Youtube: http://bit.ly/2gMWc1t Pillar Performance : https://pillarperformance.shop Pillar Performance USA/Canada : https://thefeed.com/pillar Use Code NERO at checkout for 15% 00: 00 intro 00:25 Hookless Crisis Point 16…

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Specialized NEW Shoes + Helmet & Silca Finally Innovate Chain Waxing | The NERO Show Ep. 71 1:03:57

9M ago1:03:57

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Check out the Silca Strip Chip at Silca.cc and use code NERO15 at checkout for 15% off Become a Nero Show supporter on Patreon: http://tinyurl.com/5fyfcbzb A huge week of new products with Specialized and TREK launching a raft of new shoes and helmets, Assioma has a new power meter, Factor release their white paper on the new Ostro VAM and this wee…

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Sepp Kuss Tests Cervelo Soloist & Using Sugar Water as Sports Drink? | The NERO Show Ep. 70 1:00:43

9M ago1:00:43

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Sepp Kuss runs an unusual spec set up in the first few races of the year, whilst a few pro team kit style issues are spotted. Wahoo and Zwift deliver an incredible bit of value while we answer our first subscriber question live on the show. Chapters 00:00 intro 00:26 Kuss Runs 1x 07:20 Pro Kit Fails By Pros 10:16 Where is FSA/Vision Going? 16:40 Wa…

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How SRAM’s 1x Could Make Shimano Obsolete | The NERO Show Ep. 69 1:02:52

9M ago1:02:52

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The Specialized SL8 reviews are hitting YouTube, what do we think? Legion of LA change up their sponsorships, while Chris tries to sell 1X to the old dinosaur, Jesse Coyle. Chapters 00:00 intro 00:25 Vision Pro on the Trainer? 04:43 S-Works Review Disappointment 23:24 Changes At Legion of LA 29:39 Chris Sells 1X to Jesse 44:40 TrainerRoad Smashes A…

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New Red Bull Pro Cycling Team and Narrow Handlebars Aren’t Faster? | The NERO Show Ep. 68 56:20

10M ago56:20

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Red Bull are dipping their toe on the world or professional cycling, we are asking the question of ... why? The @LifeTimeGrandPrix releases its documentary on YouTube from the 2023 series, we take a critical look. New pedals, untouchable topics and what's so scary about swimming parents. Chapters 00:00 intro 00:30 Red Bull Sports Washing 11:39 Life…

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Help! My Bike only Fits 28mm Tyres… | The NERO Show Ep. 67 56:39

10M ago56:39

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Nor Cal Cycling does a wider tyres video that not only makes sense, but has Jesse reconsidering his equipment. E3 race organisers remind us it could be 1981 with a homophobic race promotion and we have some chat around @teamvismaleaseabike and @EFProCycling new kits. Chapters 00:00 intro 00:30 Homophobic Race Tweet 06:27 NorCal Tyre test blows our …

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Lanterne Rouge on his 11kg Weightloss, 5.5 w/kg FTP and Money in Pro-Cycling 1:45:54

10M ago1:45:54

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Special episode featuring Patrick Broe, the @LanterneRougeCycling from the @LanterneRougeCyclingPodcast . After the demise of @gcn + we discuss the potential issues for cycling to try and reach its fans, especially in Australia and the United States. LR discusses his own cycling, the Norwegian Training takeover, the @hubermanlab effect and we have …

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Pro Bikes at Tour Down Under & Are Trek Ending the Emonda? | The NERO Show Ep. 65 54:36

10M ago54:36

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SUBSCRIBE On Youtube: http://bit.ly/2gMWc1t We are on the ground at the first world tour bike race of 2024, with Chris creeping around the pits. What are our expectations for new bikes in 2024 and just what is going on in Adelaide. Chapters 00:25 Hottest Bikes At TDU 15:00 2024 Bike Expectations 28:00 What Are People Riding? 34:0 Fittest Pros Ever!…

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Ugliest Bike at Aussie National Champs and New Factor Ostro Spotted | The NERO Show Ep. 63 1:02:49

10M ago1:02:49

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We check out some new pro bikes; Jayco's Giant Propel, Bianchi Outré and an unreleased Factor Ostro VAM. Cannondale double down on the 'fake' LAB71's and why is everyone so obsessed with Valtteri Bottas. Chapters 00:00 intro 00:15 Giant Propel Debate 06:22 Bianchi Oltre Disappoints 10:33 New Factor Ostro Vam 18:32 Pick Our Top Bike 21:09 Time To Mo…

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The Zwift / Pinarello Collab is Genius & Biohacking in Road Cycling | The NERO Show Ep. 63 53:25

10M ago53:25

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Are road cyclists bio-hacking, some new channels take flight in cycling YouTube, while comparing bikes is a thing again. Chapters 00:00 intro 00:30 Bio-Hacking On The Bike 09:58 Mitch Boyer Blows Up 14:53 Comparison Videos Are Back 27:22 Zwift Pinarello Collab 31:34 Do Team Names Matter? 41:41 Pro Continental Teams 46:20 2024 Announcement Posts Gra…

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Inside Road Cycling's Only Independent Bike Testing: Tour Magazine Special 54:34

11M ago54:34

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Inside on worlds only independent, objective bike testing, Tour Magazine. Today we are joined by head of engineering Robert Kühnen, as we unpack their testing process and the results they have discovered over the last 20 years of testing. Chapters 00:00 intro 00:20 What Is Tour Magazine? 2:09 What Bikes To test? 3:09 How Are Tests Performed? 6:41 T…

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