Best Bikeracing Podcasts (2024)

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What Happened with the NCL 1:29:34

12d ago1:29:34

1:29:34

On April 15 the National Cycling League shuttered its doors for 2024, and announced that it will focus on 2025. That has left riders and teams in limbo, and a lot of confusion as to what is happening. We are joined by journalist Logan Jones-Wilkins to help provide context and build a historical picture for what has led up to this point.…

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The Project Echelon Files: The Working Man Pro with Matt Zimmer 1:03:26

19d ago1:03:26

1:03:26

Job, wife, child, pro bike racer. That's a full day and for Matt Zimmer that's his reality. He's come a long way since being the high schooler in Iowa who just raced bikes, and he is here to share that journey with us along with tidbits about racing in Europe and how we can make racing here more inviting.…

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Ep 69: Timon Rüegg 55:35

21d ago55:35

55:35

In his first English podcast conversation, 3X Swiss National Champion Timon Rüegg discusses his development in cyclocross, living in the mountains, 2024 mtb goals, and paragliding. www.curtisjwhite.com @curtisjwhite @taimenrueeggBy Anthony Sylor and Curtis White

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Episode 122 // Ruth Allen (NCL Cyclist/Museum Curator) 2:22:39

1M ago2:22:39

2:22:39

Ruth Allen is a British cyclist living here stateside in Atlanta, GA. She's entering her second season as a professional cyclist with the Atlanta Rise CC NCL team after rehabbing from being struck by a motorist. Outside of cycling Ruth has dedicated her career to Greek and Roman art, where she holds a Ph.D, and is a curator at the Carlson Museum at…

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Reputation with Jordan Cheyne 1:02:44

1M ago1:02:44

1:02:44

Your reputation is who you are before you actually arrive. It's the version of yourself that stays behind long after you have left. It opens doors and definitely gets some doors closed very hard. In bike racing your reputation is just as important as the results that you put on your race resume. This episode we talk with retired pro and current sta…

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Ep 68: Jens Dekker 1:36:10

1M ago1:36:10

1:36:10

Jens Dekker is a former Junior World Champion and Junior European Champion who stepped away from racing before before returning in 2023. In this episode he opens up about battles with depression while offering unique analysis in a variety of areas, including youth development, World Cup schedules, World Championship qualification criteria, and poin…

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Season Opener 2024 58:05

2M ago58:05

58:05

There are a lot of firsts that are set to happen this year, one thing that we are very proud of is our effort to be the first to bring data into American bike racing. It's all in an effort to do what has not been done before which is to set basic standards within our community. By building a medal count and collecting data on who is winning the big…

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Ep 67: Daan Soete 47:36

2M ago47:36

47:36

Welcome Daan Soete of Deschacht - Hens - Maes to In the Red. Daan reflects on a rocky season and coming back from adversity. He provides perspective on the state of the sport from the view of an experienced rider while offering insight into the unique CX training process. @curtisjwhite www.curtisjwhite.com inthered@curtisjwhite.com @daansoete…

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Ep 66: Niels Vandeputte 1:02:43

2M ago1:02:43

1:02:43

Two bigs wins capped a season of accomplishments for Niels Vandeputte of Alpecin Deceuninck. After overcoming an off-season injury, he raced more times than any other rider in 2023/2024 all while balancing college studies with the Kersperiode, managing final exams with his World Championship preparation, and still having a enough gas in the tank to…

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Ep 65: World Championships 2024 40:08

2M ago40:08

40:08

After 12 World Championship preparations and 11 starts, we look back at 2023/2024 and discuss the best off season format for a cyclocross racer - should a crosser be focused on gravel, road, crit, mtb? Curtis has done it all: where does he get his best results? As part of that analysis, we take a look a the French National Team for some additional …

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Ep 64: World Championship Preview 2024 32:16

3M ago32:16

32:16

All the work is done, and it's time to see where Curtis stands among the best in the world. In less than one week, he takes the startline at the World Championship for the 11th time in his career. His approach has been a bit different, only racing a short three-race block in Europe (as opposed to his traditional heavy 10-12 race schedule during the…

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Ep 63: Benidorm (Re)Watch Party 1:20:18

3M ago1:20:18

1:20:18

Curtis is back racing in Europe, and we're back with another watch party. Benidorm was fireworks for 60 mins with Curtis on the startline for all the action - was it the greatest non-championship race of all time? So says Tony. Fire-up the trainer, or serve up some snacks and a cold beverage, hit the replay below and join the party. It's Wolrd Cup …

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Ep 62: Hulst (Re)Watch Party 1:16:50

4M ago1:16:50

1:16:50

Hulst offered a crazy spectacle, and we couldn't resist another watch party. With Curtis training in sunny Spain, and Tony at home in snowy NY, we rewatch all the antics of this year's Hulst WC. Grab a beverage, or jump on the trainer, pull up the race on the link below, and join us for some spitting fast, headbuttingly aggressive cx racing! Email …

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Ep 61: Zolder Watch Party 1:13:01

4M ago1:13:01

1:13:01

Welcome to our first Watch Party! In this episode Curtis and Tony try a new format as they watch Zolder with you. So cue-up a replay of Zolder 2023 on your favorite streaming platform, crank up the volume on In the Red, and watch the race with us! Send feedback to inthered@gmail.com @curtisjwhite www.curtisjwhite.com…

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The World Tour with Maggie Coles-Lyster 1:03:33

5M ago1:03:33

1:03:33

It's amazing to watch people grow and excel. This podcast has been fortunate enough to have had a myriad of incredible guests who have achieved tremendous levels of success. Now, for the first time, we have a World Tour Pro on the show in Maggie Coles-Lyster of Isreal Premier Tech Roland. One of our favorite alums is back to tell us about her adven…

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Ep 60: US Nats 2023 36:34

5M ago36:34

36:34

Fresh off the trip from Louisville, Curtis and Tony recap the stories that made 2023 US National Championship. From course desgin, to tire choices, to the fans and the event, we get into all the highs and lows while also looking ahead to the World Championships. For the love of cross, you don't want to miss this one! @curtisjwhite www.curtisjwhite.…

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Episode 121 // Joshua Clements (Illustrator) 2:11:06

5M ago2:11:06

2:11:06

Joshua Clements is an illustrator, graphic designer and founder of Thank You Skateboards. His business parters are none other than Torey Pudwill and, the legend, Daewon Song. Joshua has been a tremendous influence on my life and creative view and this started more than 20 years ago since he and I are high school friends. This is a very special epis…

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Who Comes Next: Crossover with The Call Up 1:08:49

5M ago1:08:49

1:08:49

We are fortunate to occupy this stage for only a brief period of time. What happens after we leave? How do we maintain the progress we've made and ensure that others can stand on our shoulders? It's a question that we must grapple with in criterium racing. We've made a ton of progress over the past couple years but when our current leaders have mov…

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Ep 59: Really Rad USCX & Pan Ams 42:54

6M ago42:54

42:54

Lots of good stuff in this episode as Curtis and Tony discuss Really Rad, the USCX, and Pan Ams. Loaded with insights on each event, but recorded BEFORE the announcement that GCN will be closing GCN+ (more on that in the next ep). In the meantime, dive into Curtis's thoughts on winning a second USCX title, a disappointing Pan Ams performance, and a…

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Autumn in Connecticut with Will Gleason 1:10:38

6M ago1:10:38

1:10:38

"To thine ownself be true"-- Billy Shakespeare, Hamlet. Will Gleason of CS Velo and I went for a long bike ride among the crisp leaves of autumn in western Connecticut. We didn't do much leaf peeping but we did a whole lot of talking, reminiscing, theorizing, a touch of gossiping. Then we had a lobster roll, ice cream, and a beer before sitting dow…

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Episode 120 // Jeremy Dunn (Marketing Legend) 2:12:27

6M ago2:12:27

2:12:27

Jeremy Dunn has been around cycling for roughly two decades. In that time he has had a hand in some pretty cool culture moving creative projects within the cycling industry. Founder of The Athletic (socks) and Embrocation magazine, Jeremy has directed or edited work for SRAM, Rapha, Bicycling Magazine, Rouleur, Specialized and now he wears the Mark…

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Episode 51 - We Are So Back 1:11:27

6M ago1:11:27

1:11:27

Just like Zwift, we got stalled out on Level 50, but since the levels go to 60 now, we should probably record more podcasts. We catch up, talk about the end of RGT, eWorlds moving to a new platform, and other things in the world of indoor racing. Nowhere Fast is a member of the Wide Angle Podium network. To support this podcast and help pay for Kev…

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Ep 58: A Double-Win Weekend in Cincy 29:10

6M ago29:10

29:10

Curtis takes back-to-back wins at Cincy after some bad luck at the Trek World Cup. In this epsiode we recap all four race days and preview the upcoming USCX Championship at Really Rad CX. Follow Curtis @curtisjwhite on Instagram. Subscribe to his newsletter at www.curtisjwhite.comBy Anthony Sylor and Curtis White

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Ep 57: Clash in the Charm City 46:38

7M ago46:38

46:38

Charm City CX showcased some of the best racing yet in the USCX as this year's Fast Five threw haymakers Saturday before coming back for more Sunday. But the storyline goes beyond the tightbattles and constant lead changes: a rivalry between Curtis and long-time foe Vinney Baestaens led to two final head-scratching laps that opened the door for the…

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What's Happened Lately with Bill Schieken 1:29:03

7M ago1:29:03

1:29:03

A lot has happened since our last recap episode following Intelli. Good thing we've got fellow Wide Angle Podium contributor Bill Schieken to help us delve through the details of Littleton, the NCL, Momentum Indy, Gateway Cup and Bucks County. Yep, it's a lot.By Rob Kelly

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Episode 119 // Chad Bennett (Cyclist/Podcast Host) 1:57:16

7M ago1:57:16

1:57:16

Chad Bennett is a cyclist, podcaster and community leader originally from Rochester, NY but now living in New Jersey. Chad and I discussed a gamut of things as we always do here on WGTHO. From podcasting, to creative brand collaborations, to the always daunting topic of the Black experience in cycling. Once again, it feels good to be back sharing c…

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Ep 56: Go Cross, Rochester CX, & Curtis Turns 28! 42:56

7M ago42:56

42:56

The first 2 weeks of the USCX didn't yield the results we hoped for, but this season is just getting started. In this episode, Curtis talks about the tactics at Go Cross, a crash at Rochester, the impressive field depth in the US scene, and his upcoming birthday - that he forgot about! Subscribe to Curtis's newsletter and submit questions for next …

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Episode 118 // Sarah Sturm (Gravel Privateer) 1:37:44

8M ago1:37:44

1:37:44

Sarah Sturm is one of the most recognizable faces in the American gravel scene. She is the 2018 Single Speed National Champion in cyclocross. As this episode airs, the day before the Chequamegon race, Sarah currently sits in 3rd on the standings for the Lifetime Grand Prix. We talked about her experience at The Leadville Trail 100, a race that she'…

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Live from the Gateway Cup 53:57

8M ago53:57

53:57

Things may sound just a bit different because we are 100% live from Gateway Cup with Will Hardin from Project Echelon and Melanie Wong from ButcherBox. Our good friends from Urban Chestnut brewery in the heart of the Grove were gratious hosts and the environment was perfectly cozy. So join the audience, grab your favorite Zwickel, Schnickelfritz, o…

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Ep 55: Welcome to Season 4 59:57

8M ago59:57

59:57

Clip-in and get rolling as we hit the first episode of Season 4 where we prepare for a year filled with bar-banging, tape-stretching, mud-flying cyclcross. In this episode, Curtis and Tony recap Curtis's spring and summer gravel schedule. Curtis gives his take on a few hot gravel topics, and we preview the upcoming cx schedule where our boy will be…

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Episode 117 // Cody McKay (Elite Cyclist/Aortic Aneurism) 2:15:13

8M ago2:15:13

2:15:13

Back from our long hiatus! We spoke with Cody McKay, a Canadian elite cyclist from Ottawa. Cody spoke with us about his journey through cycling and how discovering his Aortic Aneurism has encouraged him to advocate for and educate people on being aware of their heart conditions and knowing the signs. Even with the time off from the show we hit the …

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So You Want to Promote a Race, Part 4 with Graham Costa 1:16:56

9M ago1:16:56

1:16:56

Race promotion is a learned trade. There is a guide, but the real lessons are learned through trial and error, and with a lot of help and experience. Without good events our community is nothing but solo training and group rides. A great event can make someone's year and can become a focal point of a summer. In today's episode we talk with Graham C…

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Oh Canada, O'Krafka with Logan O'Krafka of UNC Lotto Max 1:02:43

9M ago1:02:43

1:02:43

We go north of the border for this week's episode to meet with the captain of the new squad UNC Lotto Max-- Logan O'Krafka. Despite their youth and newness to the scene, they really stamped their authority on Intelligentsia Cup. Logan gives us the scoop on the team and its mission, and also how one of the premier criterium series played out over 10…

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Two Things can be True at the Same Time 1:27:53

10M ago1:27:53

1:27:53

Nationals, ACC, Boise, NCL, Salt Lake City, UCI Transgender Ban, and so much more. We cover a lot of ground in this episode. We are brought to you this week by -- say goodbye to the generic face wash on your counter because is here to save the day when it comes to your skin. We are rough on our skin as bike racers and Caldera Lab and its line up of…

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Why We Stage Race 1:12:32

10M ago1:12:32

1:12:32

At its core the popular image of cycling in the United States is stage racing. Fortunate for us, every major American stage race comes complete with its own demanding and technical criterium. Meaning, when we talk stage racing we remain very much on brand. That being said, stage racing, as a whole, is still a fundamentally critical part of road rac…

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From the City of Mountains with Katia Martinez 1:06:37

10M ago1:06:37

1:06:37

We are going back to the original format-- bringing you a story about a rider you may not know much about, yet. For this story we go all the way down to the mountains of northern Mexico and the city of Monterey. It's there we meet the 22-year old Katia Martinez who races for Goldman Sachs ETFs. Now in her second year of criterium racing in the US, …

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Tulsa Tough 2023 Recap Show 1:10:51

11M ago1:10:51

1:10:51

It's the longest day of the year and time for the biggest party of the American cycling season, that's right it's time for Tulsa Tough. We are joined by Adam Mills of Source Endurance once again to break down all the action, startegy, and meaning.By Rob Kelly

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You Do You 1:05:32

11M ago1:05:32

1:05:32

Do what you need to, to stay in the sport as long as it brings you happiness. That may not mean the same thing for you as it does everyone else. What motivates different people is not a single universal truth. Rick Arnopol joins us to talk about the importance of letting people be themselves and to take joy from this sport in the ways that each ind…

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Behind the Lens with Bruce Buckley 57:02

11M ago57:02

57:02

This episode was first aired on March 3, 2020, but when it comes to the central place that photography plays in criterium racing we believed that it was time to share it again. Photography remains the primary means by which the story of criterium racing is told. The photographers we have worked with over the past 3 years have helped us grow this sh…

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Team Building with Brandon Feehery 1:02:36

12M ago1:02:36

1:02:36

Every year we put together groups of men and women from all over the country, and with potentially little connection to each other, on teams and expect them to go out and race together with a unified purpose and vision. How that is actually accomplished can be a mystery but when done right it is a thing of beauty. After years of being on a team wit…

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The Project Echelon Files: The Flow with Cade Bickmore 1:14:09

12M ago1:14:09

1:14:09

There are a lot of things Project Echelon does very well that they are not supposed to be good at doing. They weren't supposed to be an elite team. They weren't supposed to win big races. They weren't supposed to win stage races. And, lately they weren't supposed to win a field sprint. Sorry to disappoint but these are all things they are doing...f…

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Reverse Mentorship with Kim Stoveld 1:03:26

12M ago1:03:26

1:03:26

Kim Stoveld of Automatic Racing is new to road racing but she's already made an impact with her power and results. As her experience and skill continues to improve so will her spot on the podium. She's received a ton of advice from some very well meaning individuals; but sometimes that advice could be better timed and directed. In our effort to fig…

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What's Happened Lately 1:34:45

1y ago1:34:45

1:34:45

We've been gone for a little while, sorry. While we've been out a lot has happened and we need to talk about it with you. The NCL had its first race. The ACC is starting going. And CRIT was announced with zero details. On top of that race tactics, good and bad, were on full display at Spartanburg. Bill Schieken from Cyclocross Radio joins me to tal…

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Episode 50! The Return of Eric Schlange 1:15:44

1y ago1:15:44

1:15:44

Eric Schlange of Zwift Insider returns to toast our 50th episode. We chat about ZI's Tiny Races, the new pack dynamics, the future of Zwift, and of course, cheating. Also, you'll def want to tune in for perhaps the greatest Story Time with Kevin of all time. Check out Zwift Insider at zwiftinsider.com. Nowhere Fast is a member of the Wide Angle Pod…

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The Art of Cornering Featuring Michael Marckx 1:02:44

1y ago1:02:44

1:02:44

How do we talk about ourselves to others? How do we brand the sport? And what is the messaging that we choose to use? These are all critical questions and ones that we should look at as criterium racing angles to grow and attract fans and participants. So let's get some help and to do that we can turn to our friends in gravel racing to see how they…

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Ep 54: 'Tilford Would' 37:57

1y ago37:57

37:57

Eric Struckhoff, CEO and co-founder of the Steve Tilford Foundation, sits down with Curtis to discuss the mission of the foundation and the legacy of Steve Tilford. www.curtisjwhite.com @curtisjwhite.comBy Anthony Sylor and Curtis White

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7: The Destination Next Podcast: Episode 7 with Sam William Andrews 1:07:29

1y ago1:07:29

1:07:29

Welcome to destination next, a monthly podcast hosted by me, Chris Hall and brought to you by STYRKR. In this episode I chat with Sam, a gravel racer, fixed gear king and talented photographer, not to forget a lovely human. We talk all about his plans for this year in racing around the world. Follow Sam here: https://www.instagram.com/swilliamandre…

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Episode 49 - Tri Hard, With a Vengeance 45:17

1y ago45:17

45:17

We watched a Super League Triathlon live event broadcast so we could speculate if it is the next big thing in virtual racing. We also went back and talked about MyWhoosh Club a bunch, even though that is technically against the rules of MyWhoosh Club. Nowhere Fast is a member of the Wide Angle Podium network. To support this podcast and help pay fo…

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What Do We Know About the NCL? 1:24:57

1y ago1:24:57

1:24:57

Hopefully when you get to the end of this episode you know more than you do now. We are joined this week by Jonathan Crain to help crack the enigma that is the NCL. Information has slowly dribble out but our goal is to collect everything we've seen plus a bit more that we have been able to compile and present it to you in one place, so you can be e…

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Ep 53: Stephen Hyde 47:08

1y ago47:08

47:08

In this episode, long-time teammate, mentor, friend, 3X National Champ, and US National Team Coach Stephen Hyde gets 'In the Red'. Curtis and Stephen sit down just before the 2023 World Championships and go deep on living for sport, US cross development, the transition out of the pro-racer life, and so much more. @curtisjwhite www.curtisjwhite.com…

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