Best Gcn Podcasts (2024)

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Great! More UCI Rules! | GCN Show Ep. 598 37:11

21h ago37:11

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 598 Custom 3D printed saddles that conform to your bum? Swapping out your car for an e-bike can get you a new house? New rules introduced by UCI! The immediate future of GCN and many more discussed by our favourite GCN Show hosts, Si and Dan! Thanks to @wahoofitness 👉 https://uk.wahoofitness.com…

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Ep 54: Job Cuts At GCN + The Bike Industry’s Sneaky Marketing Tactics 58:40

6d ago58:40

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Link to our merch: https://cade-media-shop.fourthwall.com/en-gbp/ Check out the video versions of the podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W18kANPWptw 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 str…

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Ep 55: EF SACKS Rider Over ‘Drug Trafficking’ + Why Is Shimano Developing Electronic Brakes? 45:08

32m ago45:08

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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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Bosses (in videogames) 49:46

12h ago49:46

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Tonight on GeekNights, we consider the concept of bosses in videogames. In the news, the Panthers win the Stanley Cup in the longest season in NHL history, Connor McDavid is awarded the Conn Smythe trophy but doesn't come out to claim it, and Founders of Reyvick might someday come. Related Links Forum Thread Bosses (in videogames) Discord Chat Boss…

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The Future Of GCN, What’s Next? | GCN Show Ep. 597 38:10

8d ago38:10

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 597 We’ve got some big news here at GCN this week!: We’re independent again, having bought back the majority stake in Play Sports Network. In today’s show, we’ll be letting you know what that means for us, and more importantly what it means for you. Plus, Si & Dan discuss the cycling shoe dials …

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Ep 53: The Bikes We ACTUALLY Ride At Home + More Underrated Bike Stuff 55:48

14d ago55:48

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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 g…

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Animal Well (2024) 51:13

14d ago51:13

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Tonight on GeekNights, we review Animal Well. It's a beautiful and well made metroidvania. In the news, Civilization 7 is coming and Blades in the Dark is fantastic from session zero to terminal endgame. Related Links Forum Thread Animal Well (2024) Discord Chat Animal Well (2024) Things of the Day Rym - Don't touch AM transmitter towers Scott - Pr…

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The Endurance Marker That Separates The Best From The Rest 41:44

15d ago41:44

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 596 What is the "fourth dimension" of cycling performance, or the endurance marker that separates the best cyclists from the rest? While having a high VO2 max, and other physical markers are important, new studies suggest that having incredible fatigue resistance might be the secret to elite per…

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Ep 52: ANOTHER Pro Rider Banned For Doping + SRAM’s Sly Marketing Tactics 49:51

20d ago49:51

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Watch Francis’ BMX Everest here: https://youtu.be/3EsyyvfzU7U?si=ZtaE3_dk0W5pQEmz 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The Latest Thing To RUIN Gravel Racing Is... 36:52

23d ago36:52

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 595 Has gravel biking changed for the better? Or is it starting to become too technical? From the tech to the innovative clothing, Si & Dan delve into what unfolded at the Unbound Gravel 2024 and more this week's GCN Show! 00:00 Welcome to the GCN Show 00:37 The leading stories 01:31 Lachlan Mor…

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Ep 51: EF Pro Rider’s Drug Test Scandal Changes Everything + Another Motor Doping Case 1:00:31

27d ago1:00:31

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Check out the video version of the podcast plus more from CADE media on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Cade_Media Check out WattGames here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2782020/WATTGAMES/ 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@…

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Gran Fondo Fatigue: Are Sportives Worth It? 27:50

30d ago27:50

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 594 Are sportives REALLY worth it, or are they a waste of money? Is it possible to have the same epic riding experience for free these days? We dive in - weighing the pros, cons, and middle ground! Hank & Manon also cover the latest cycling news, including the end of the Giro d'Italia, retiremen…

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Ep 50: Fake Assos Clothing Scam Uncovered & We’re Going To Be On Netflix! 1:03:48

1M ago1:03:48

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Check out the video version of the podcast plus more from CADE media on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Cade_Media Donate to Anne’s JustGiving page here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/anne-cycles-ventoux-for-gaza This week we're testing out some new jingles for the podcast, we're also chatting about Pogacar getting flagged on Strava…

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Why Is Cycling Making People So Angry? 40:03

1M ago40:03

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 591 In this week's show, we take a closer look at a recent news article suggesting that cyclists are to blame for making roads dangerous. Conor & Si also react to new laws being passed against cyclists and question why cycling is so often antagonised and why it makes people so angry! We also cov…

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Ep 49: 13-Speed Fully Wireless Di2 + Why Strava Segments Could Soon Be Banned 1:04:01

1M ago1:04:01

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Check out the video version of the podcast plus more from CADE media on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Cade_Media 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 knoc…

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Don't Make a Game, Make a Store 58:35

1M ago58:35

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Tonight on GeekNights, in light of one of many Helldivers 2 kerfuffles, we consider yet another way that late capitalism is ruining the games industry: the stores make more money than the games. In the news, a Roblox game's attempt to fix its in-game economy causes a bunch of gamers to lose their minds, Sportsnet streams have freaky noises, and Ani…

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Dumb And Painful Things We’ve Done As Cyclists! 27:03

1M ago27:03

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 592 Is this one of the stupidest things we've ever done? In today’s show, we ask ourselves this question, discuss the many stupid things we’ve done in our cycling lives, and reflect on what we learned from them! We also explore how cycling helmets can double as protection for tennis players from…

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Ep 48: Giro Screwed Up Big Time & GCN Under Fire Over Elitewheels Saga 51:27

2M ago51:27

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Check out the video version of the podcast plus more from CADE media on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Cade_Media 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 …

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Are Super Strong Cyclists Killing Racing? 30:13

2M ago30:13

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Is pro racing better than ever or more boring than ever? Join Si & Hank as they dive into the debate! They also delve into the latest racing news, discuss the official Bob Marley bike, Pogačar’s controversial bib shorts at Giro d'Italia, new bike tech - and much more! Welcome To The GCN Show 0:00 This Week On The GCN Show 0:10 What We Learned This …

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Ep 47: Stages Has Imploded, 6 Food Lies Cyclists Still Believe & What The Pros Really Eat with EF Nutritionist Will 1:17:14

2M ago1:17:14

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Check out the video version of the podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=efmW1i_zoXY 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’…

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How to ruin your competitive card game 1:08:26

2M ago1:08:26

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Tonight on GeekNights, we consider how to ruin your competitive card game. Scott shares the original Sins of CCG design. This is all in the context of Marvel SNAP. In the news, the Rangers sweep the Capitals, Square Enix reported extraordinary losses, Dave & Buster's introduces real money gambling, and Fallout games don't work on modern PCs. Relate…

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The Free Cycling Speed That NOBODY Is Talking About 36:12

2M ago36:12

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 590 This might be the most boring-sounding cycling topic we've ever covered, but it's really NOT, and ...it's super important! That's right - today, we're talking about efficiency and what you can do to make yourself more efficient! Plus, Dan & Si cover all the latest cycling news from this past…

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Ep 46: Shimano Crank Snaps AFTER Passing Inspection & Meet 'Britain's Most Hated Cyclist' Who Catches Dangerous Drivers 1:16:55

2M ago1:16:55

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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 Hitl…

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Is A Cyclist's Body A Healthy Body? 37:38

2M ago37:38

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 589 Cyclists are known for their lean physiques. To some outsiders, they might appear "skinny" and "weak", and while we know that this isn’t the case, Dan & Si still tackle the debate head-on! In this week's show they dive into whether a cyclist's physique is truly the pinnacle of fitness ...or …

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Ep 45: Jimmi BUSTS Speeding Driver With His On-Bike Camera + Match Fixing In Cycling? 47:50

2M ago47:50

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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 t…

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Klask 1:01:18

2M ago1:01:18

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Tonight on GeekNights, we review Klask. It's a well-designed extremely fun tabletop sport adjacent to but significantly distinct from Air Hockey. In the news, the Rangers are number one in the NHL, the Coyotes are moving to Salt Lake City, and Visions of Mana has quite the trailer. Also if you ever need to help out an injured pigeon in New York Cit…

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Why Do Cyclists Keep Getting Banned? 34:10

2M ago34:10

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 588 No - we're not talking about doping - but every day cyclists who are being banned from roads and whole areas... In this week's show, Dan and Si are back to ask 'why?'. Plus there's pro riders making the kind of mistakes which would make a junior blush, a chance to win some Topeak gear, and m…

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Ep 44: Is This Rapha's Worst Kit Yet? & Geraint Thomas In Trouble Over 'Rat' Joke – The Wild Ones Podcast Ep.44 59:00

3M ago59:00

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Watch the video version of the podcast here: https://youtu.be/-g6--2QzF4Q 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…

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Why So Many HUGE Crashes Right Now? 38:49

3M ago38:49

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 587 Why are there so many crashes in pro cycling at the moment? With Vingegaard, Evenepoel and Van Aert all having serious crashes, resulting in multiple broken bones in recent weeks, we’ll be looking at the possible reasons why. Plus, we ask how there are now more cyclists than motorists in the…

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Ep 43: 5 Common Tubeless Mistakes To Avoid, The Best Bike Upgrade For Comfort & Losing Weight The Right Way 1:04:37

3M ago1:04:37

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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. You can watch the video version of the podcast here: https://youtu.be/dw6Fbxmeziw If you’d like us to send in a question, story, some good news, things you’d like …

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Balatro (2024) 58:16

3M ago58:16

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Tonight on GeekNights, we review Balatro (2024). From LocalThunk and published by Playstack, it's a roguelike deckbuilder in the vein of Slay the Spire, but in Video Poker. It's good. In the news, PAX East was all right but it's still a ghost town when the expo hall closes, the Rangers are top of the NHL coming into the playoffs, and you may not ha…

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Are You Cycling Too Much? 29:44

3M ago29:44

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 586 Can there really be such a thing as too much cycling? Seriously, yes, there really is. In this episode of the GCN Show, we explore the drawbacks of overdoing it. Plus, Hank & Si touch on the Pope's hunt for a new bike, get into cycling shorts, and cover all things cycling from this past week…

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Ep 42: Could This Device Change Cycling? + These Underrated Tips Will Make You A Better Rider with Coach James 1:01:14

3M ago1:01:14

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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 Jame…

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Is Oxytocin the secret to the cycling buzz? 33:36

3M ago33:36

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 585 Scientists have found that cycling increases levels of the love hormone, oxytocin. How does this affect your mood? Could cycling improve your social or even love life? In cycling shorts, the first openly gay man to cycle around the globe and Mathieu van der Poel signs another 10-year Canyon …

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Ep 41: Trouble At Trek & Giant + Is Doping Rife In Amateur Racing? 59:26

3M ago59:26

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Watch the video version of the podcast here: https://youtu.be/PcX0CZy50fQ 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 …

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Faster Cycling Is On Its Way. Here's Why 33:01

3M ago33:01

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 584 Some traditions are slowing cycling down. Skinny tyres are a thing of the past, sunglasses are on their way out, and handlebars could be raised higher. Is the cycling rules book due a rewrite? In other news, more AI cycling tech and e-bikes could be controlled remotely. 00:00 Intro 01:03 Mil…

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Ep 40: From A Coma To A 2500 Mile Bike Race – The Incredible Story Of One-Armed Cyclist Dan Richards 1:26:40

3M ago1:26:40

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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 de…

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Has The Bike Industry Made Cycling Too Complicated? 37:44

4M ago37:44

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 583 This week, Dan & Si are here to discuss whether the cycling industry has become too complicated, and is now driving people away? Plus, Trek Bikes adjust their strategy, a music video filmed on a velodrome, as well as cycling shorts, your comments, and more! 0:00 Welcome to the GCN Show 0:40 …

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Ep 39: Roasting The WORST Helmet in Cycling History & MORE Tire Explosions 58:54

4M ago58:54

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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. Y…

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UCI: May The Force Be With You 32:15

4M ago32:15

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 582 A crime against cycling fashion has been committed...Visma Lease A Bike's new aero TT helmet has landed from outer space! Is this cycling helmet taking aerodynamics too far? In cycling shorts, Canyon has released a new e-bike, and pro bikes have got heavier...and FASTER?! Check out the Canyo…

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Ep 38: Should These ‘Dangerous’ Wheels Be Banned? + Cheating Pro Team Caught Dressing Mechanic Up As Rider 1:04:28

4M ago1:04:28

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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 a…

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The Big Problem With E-Bikes 34:35

4M ago34:35

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 581 eBikes are gaining popularity, but what is preventing further uptake? Si thinks he has the answer. e-Bikes are just too slow. Should the speed limit be changed to match those in the US? Or is this too dangerous? In other news, the Visma Lease-A-Bike team have been greedy, hogging 6 race wins…

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Ep 37: Shimano Profits Down 55% & Why We’re No Longer Working With Scott Bikes 56:20

4M ago56:20

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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. Watch the video version of the podcast on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/YDx…

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Anti-Cheat 1:01:17

4M ago1:01:17

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Tonight on GeekNights, having previously talked about Cheating we now consider Anti-Cheat. How do you prevent cheating? In the news, the Nintendo Direct is Feb 21 but the Switch 2 is likely 2025, and Helldivers 2's ugly anti-cheat in a PvE game leaves a bad taste in our mouths. Related Links Forum Thread Anti-Cheat Discord Chat Anti-Cheat Things of…

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How Are The Pros Getting More Powerful Than Ever? 35:46

4M ago35:46

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 580 The first Tour de France winner set a 25.7 km/h average speed, but last year the pro peloton hit 41km/h. How are pro cyclists generating more power than ever before? Si is joined by a special guest to discuss the increasing power outputs recorded in elite cycling. In cycling shorts, we annou…

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Ep 36: Could This Legal Doping League Change Cycling Forever? & WTF Zwift 55:35

4M ago55:35

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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. You can check out the Cade Media YouTub…

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Why Do We Keep P*ssing Off Car Drivers? 36:24

4M ago36:24

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 579: gcn.eu/gcnshow579 Get off the road! Stop skipping the traffic! We've heard it all, but why do cyclists annoy car drivers? Dan and Si discuss 7 things cyclists do that could be irritating to other road users. In cycling shorts, Bromptom has an issue with their new factory plans, some truly l…

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Ep 35: SRAM Recalls ‘Unsafe’ Levers & Are Cycling Influencers Overrated? 1:01:14

5M ago1:01:14

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For mental health support, visit: samaritans.org / call 116 123 sossilenceofsuicide.org mind.org.uk Movember.com Standtallwales.co.uk USA: www.nami.org Check out SRAM’s lever check video here: https://www.instagram.com/p/C2zyJQOhg6l/?hl=en We’re back, and this week we’re chatting Gladiators, SRAM’s lever recall, men’s health, cycling influencers, a…

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All Games are the Same Game 59:45

5M ago59:45

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Tonight on GeekNights, we riff on some of the ideas we're exploring for our new talk for PAX East 2024: All Games are the Same Game. Turns out you can factorize games into other games. Also we're back after Rym was gone skiing for a week. In the news, the Logitech G PRO X wireless headset is all right, it turns out US presidents aren't immune to al…

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6 Signs You’ll Live A Long Life: Does Cycling Help? 24:37

5M ago24:37

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🎥 Find the show and watch it on YouTube: GCN Show Ep. 578: https://gcn.eu/gcnshow578 Can we predict how long we'll live? Dan and Conor discuss physiological parameters that can predict your life expectancy and how cycling can help maintain these markers, even when those grey hairs start setting in. In other news, the UCI have turned to snow sports …

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