Best Criterium Podcasts (2024)

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Coming to America with Cecile Lejeune 1:02:43

4d ago1:02:43

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At a time when many American racers are taking to Europe to race, Cecile has done the opposite. Trading in Mt Ventoux and baguettes for Mt Lemmon and burritos, Cecile is making the bike racing dream work in North America from crits, to UCI podiums to gravel wins. Whether it is for the adventure, the laughs or the complimentary French lesson-you don…

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

1h 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

3d 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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Tour de France - First Week Review 27:58

6d ago27:58

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Send us a Text Message. The first week of the Tour de France 2024 is literally done and dusted. Tadej Pogacar (UAE Tema Emirates) wears the yellow jersey, followed by the white jersey of Remco Evenepoel (Soudal QuickStep) and Jonas Vingegaard (Team Visma | Lease a Bike). The much-anticipated gravel stage didn't cause any significant changes to the …

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

9d 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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Tadej Pogacar is Dominant on Stage 4, now what? 24:22

11d ago24:22

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Domestique Cycling podcast, we review all of the action from stages three and four of the Tour de France. Hear our thoughts on the historic victory on stage 3 for Biniam Girmay (Intermarché-Wanty) and the GC battle on stage four between the GC big men. Tadej Pogacar (UAE Team Emirates) throws down the …

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Tell Me About Your Bike, Jack 57:12

13d ago57:12

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Wesley Cheney interviews Jack Thurston of The Bike Show about the joys of adventure cycling in the Black Hills of Wales, the bicycling community and rolling interviews. Support the Show.By Wesley Cheney/Jack Thurston

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25. Nathan Haas - Life as a pro transcends into a career in coaching 1:10:21

15d ago1:10:21

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Nathan Haas is a household name in the sport of cycling having raced at the world tour level for many teams including one of the previous iterations of the EF Pro Cycling -Garmin-Sharp. He has also recently begun a successful career as a professional gravel racer as well as coming full circle and joining Team EF Coaching, this time as a coach. Zack…

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

20d 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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The Big Tour de France Preview! 1:33:21

18d ago1:33:21

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Send us a Text Message. With mentions for all 22 teams and 176 riders lining up for La Grande Boucle, this is the Tour de France Preview Show you've been waiting for. Discover our takes on the big battle between Tadej Pogacar (UAE Team Emirates) and Jonas Vingegaard (Team Visma | Lease a Bike). Maybe Remco Evenepoel (Soudal Quick-Step) or Primoz Ro…

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Into the Wild with Kimberly Lucie 58:21

23d ago58:21

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New host, who dis? Can our Criterium Nation survive a new host? And a Canadian one at that? We are about to find out as retired pro Jordan Cheyne takes the front. But what better guest than the lead out woman herself, Kimberly Lucie of DNA Pro Cycling. Kim is one of the few bike racers in the peloton who can actually say they are really, genuinely,…

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

25d 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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Johannes Kulset has been selected for his first Tour de France 48:36

26d ago48:36

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Send us a Text Message. The past few months have been an absolute whirlwind for Johannes Kulset, from a horrific training accident during an altitude camp to the jubilation of being engaged. To top it all off the Uno-X Mobility rider has completed one of his dreams: to be selected for the Tour de France. We had a chat with Johannes about his setbac…

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Tour de Suisse Review 39:04

27d ago39:04

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Send us a Text Message. The last preparation stage race before Tour de France is over. Tour de Suisse showed us how dominant UAE Team Emirates really is, even without Tadej Pogacar. Adam Yates & João Almeida obliterated the competition. Mattias Skjelmose (Lidl-Trek) survived a bad day and finished on the final podium spot, while Egan Bernal (INEOS …

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24. Charly Wegelius - A less successful rider can often make a more successful Sports Director 23:57

29d ago23:57

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Head Sports Director for EF Education-EasyPost, Charly Wegelius, had a long career as a pro cyclist before becoming an important member of the team's staff. Zack sat down to learn more about the role of Sports Director, what being an ex-pro brings to the table and lots more. For more information on coaching, training plans and camps visit our websi…

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Tell Me About Your Criterium 20:21

1M ago20:21

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In this episode of Tell Me About Your Bike we listen to a soundscape of the Elite Women’s Criterium at the 2024 USA Cycling Pro Road National Championships in Charleston, West Virginia last month. Listen as Elizabeth Dixon works to keep a lead on the peloton for the final ten laps. https://www.cyclingnews.com/races/usa-cycling-pro-road-national-cha…

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

1M 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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The Dauphine Review - What we learned heading into the Tour 47:39

1M ago47:39

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Send us a Text Message. One of the last preparation races before the Tour de France is done and dusted. Primoz Roglic (BORA-hansgrohe) took his second overall win in the Criterium du Dauphiné, but it wasn't an easy ride. Matteo Jorgenson (Visma | Lease a Bike) challenged the Slovenian on the slopes of Plateau des Glières. Remco Evenepoel (Soudal Qu…

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

1M 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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Tell Me About Your Bike, Corey 53:59

2M ago53:59

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Join host Wesley Cheney for a conversation with the founder of Norfolk Bike Commuter, Corey Logan, as we discuss the allure of folding bikes, the joys of bike commuting, songs that get stuck in our heads, and where Corey stands on the helmet question. Commission a custom birthday podcast on Fiverr: https://www.fiverr.com/s/LdewmeA Mention Tell Me A…

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Critérium du Dauphiné Preview - Who will be ready for Tour de France? 54:58

2M ago54:58

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Send us a Text Message. One week after the end of Giro d'Italia it's time for the first Tour de France preparation race: Critérium du Dauphiné. Primoz Roglic (BORA - hansgrohe) and Remco Evenepoel (Soudal Quick-Step) return to racing after their bad crashes at Itzulia Basque Country and will be looking for their best legs with the eyes on Tour de F…

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23. Carmen Small - The evolution of women's cycling and what makes EF different 30:44

1M ago30:44

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Head sports director for EF Education-Cannondale team and ex-pro racer Carmen Small talks to Zack about how the women's peloton has changed since she raced, what attracted her to joining EF Pro Cycling and how they've built their new team. For more information on coaching, training plans and camps visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.teamefcoaching.co…

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

2M 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 Giro d'Italia is Dead, Long Live the Giro d'Italia 42:35

2M ago42:35

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Send us a Text Message. The lap of Italy is over, Pink Pog is in the history books. After winning SIX stages, the 25 year old slovenian took the third Grand Tour trophy of his career. It’s impossible not to be impressed by the dominance on display, but we’ll do our best to look beyond Pogacar. There's lots more to admire with the young Guilio Pelli…

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22. Andreas Klier - Pushing the envelope on technology, the next generation of riders and Andreas the Artist 41:08

2M ago41:08

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EF Pro Cycling Technical Operations Manager Andreas Klier talks to Zack about finding the next technological advances in cycling - including tubeless, aerodynamics and more, plus what he thinks about the next generation of riders. Andreas also tells us about changing his mind on his favorite race and his other profession as an artist. For more info…

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

2M 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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Giro d'Italia Review - We're Over Halfway! 34:22

2M ago34:22

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Send us a Text Message. Giro d’Italia 2024 is over halfway as Tadej Pogacar (UAE Team Emirates) showed he's unbeatable. With a bit over a week of racing remaining, the battle for the Giro podium is heating up. Daniel Felipe Martinez (BORA-hansgrohe), Geraint Thomas (INEOS Grenadiers) or maybe Antonio Tiberi (Bahrain Victorious) will fight it out. J…

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

2M 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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21. Archie Ryan - Turning pro, overcoming injury and why he chose EF Education-EasyPost 18:53

2M ago18:53

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Team EF Coaching director Zack Morris chats to EF Education-EasyPost new signing Archie Ryan at our Girona training camp. The Irish rider talks about his u23 years, how knee injuries impacted his racing, his love for the Basque country and who is the better rider, him or Ben Healy? For more information on coaching, training plans and camps visit ou…

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

2M ago57:19

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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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Four Take Aways from Stage Race Season 1:07:36

2M ago1:07:36

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We are now at the end of the beginning and poised for a new phase of the domestic racing scene. That means it is a perfect time for us to check in on what has happened, identify some solid trends and talk about all the takeaways that we can from the first part of 2024.By Rob Kelly

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Giro d'Italia Opening Weekend Review 20:47

2M ago20:47

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Send us a Text Message. The Grande Partenze has departed, the first Grand Tour of the season has had its opening weekend and as predicted, Tadej Pogacar (UAE Team Emirates) has claimed the Maglia Rosa. Jhonatan Narvaez (INEOS Grenadiers) was the surprising winner of stage 1, after sticking to the wheel of Pogacar. Support the Show.…

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The Big Giro d'Italia Preview! 1:44:06

3M ago1:44:06

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Send us a Text Message. It’s time to start the 2024 Grand Tour season with the Domestique Giro d’Italia Preview Show! Are you ready to get to know all 22 teams and 176 riders lining up for the three week party through Italy? Tadej Pogacar (UAE Team Emirates) is obviously the top favourite to bring home the pink jersey, but discover our predictions …

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Social Cycling Norfolk Wednesday Night Ride 26:49

3M ago26:49

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Take a ride with Social Cycling Norfolk! Social Cycling Norfolk is all about getting butts on bikes in the city of Norfolk, Virginia. They believe that using bicycles for urban transportation will build a healthier and more vibrant community. Commission a custom podcast to celebrate a birthday or graduation from Rambling Ukulele Productions on Five…

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

3M 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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20. Ben Healy - Finding form, learning lessons and going all-in 20:15

3M ago20:15

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Irish National Champion and breakaway specialist Ben Healy of EF Education-EasyPost talks finding form, learning lessons and going all-in, plus his thoughts on the new POC Procen Air helmet. For more information on coaching, training plans and camps visit our website: ⁠⁠http://www.teamefcoaching.com⁠…

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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

3M 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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What Happened with the NCL 1:29:34

3M ago1:29:34

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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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Liège-Bastogne-Liège & Spring Classics Review 37:00

3M ago37:00

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Send us a Text Message. The bill will be made after Liège-Bastogne Liège, those are words we’ve heard Patrick Lefevre say for many years when being asked to assess the spring campaign of his team. Well, La Doyenne is behind us so it’s time to make the bill! Tadej Pogacar (UAE Team Emirates) made mince meat of the competition at Liège and won it for…

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Tell Me About Your Bike, Dad 32:59

3M ago32:59

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In an episode originally published in the first weeks of the Covid Lockdown, Wesley sits down with his dad to discuss growing up on a bike that was too big and racing downhill at fifty miles per hour on a 3-speed Schwinn. Hire Wesley to produce a custom birthday podcast! https://www.fiverr.com/wesleycheney/produce-a-congratulatory-podcast-for-your-…

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

3M 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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Liège-Bastogne-Liège Preview + Amstel Gold Race & Flèche Wallonne Review 31:33

3M ago31:33

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Send us a Text Message. From a sunny Amstel Gold Race over a soaking wet edition of La Flèche Wallonne to Liège-Bastogne-Liège, the fourth Monument of the season. A lot has happened in the past week of cycling. Tom Pidock (INEOS Grenadiers) added another Classic to his palmares, while Lorena Wiebes (Team SD Worx – Protime) lost one by celebrating t…

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

3M 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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The Project Echelon Files: The Working Man Pro with Matt Zimmer 1:03:26

3M ago1:03:26

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

3M 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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Paris - Roubaix Review + Amstel Gold Race Preview 34:13

3M ago34:13

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Send us a Text Message. It was a weekend for the World Champions as Mathieu Van Der Poel (Alpecin - Deceuninck) and Lotte Kopecky (SD Worx - ProTime) won Paris - Roubaix and Paris - Roubaix femmes avec Zwift. The ways their victories came to be could not have been more different. Van Der Poel went long with a 60km solo and Kopecky won after a track…

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Paris - Roubaix Preview + Ronde van Vlaanderen Review 1:16:24

4M ago1:16:24

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Send us a Text Message. Ronde van Vlaanderen is behind us, Paris Roubaix is ahead. The wet cobbles of the Koppenberg decided the races in Flanders, will the new chicane at the start of Arenberg decide the Hell of the North? Can Mathieu Van Der Poel (Alpecin-Deceuninck) do the double and win both the cobbled monuments in the same year? Who will, or …

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

4M 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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Reputation with Jordan Cheyne 1:02:44

3M ago1:02:44

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

4M 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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