Best Roubaix Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 98: 'Mark Cavendish Will Win Two Stages' - Tour de France 2024 Preview 35:08

3d ago35:08

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The biggest three weeks of the calendar have arrived. It's time for the Tour de France. As they prepare to head out to Italy for the Grand Départ, the Toms discuss the key stages, make their GC picks, and envisage the scene of Mark Cavendish breaking the all-time stage win record. Spoiler alert: He's going to do it and then some. Music: Acid Trumpe…

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Cycling and the General Election: Do the UK’s political parties care about cycling and active travel? We take a deep dive into the 2024 manifestos 59:34

7d ago59:34

59:34

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, or become adept at turning off the TV as soon as you hear Question Time’s twinkly theme, then you’ll be well aware that the next UK general election is fast approaching. And with under two weeks to go until the polling stations open, all of the main parties have launched their manifestos, setting out the key …

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Pogi’s breakfast and Remco’s floors 1:03:15

9d ago1:03:15

1:03:15

On this week's Placeholders, Caley Fretz, Kit Nicholson, and Jonny Long discuss Tadej Pogačar's fueling at the 2023 Tour de France, Remco Evenepoel's floor needs, and more. Escape Collective's podcasts are made possible by our members. Head on over to escapecollective.com/member to support this show and everything else on our podcast network. Also,…

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Bus Chronicles Podcast - Episode 7 - Later Starters - Quinty Ton & Amber Pate 18:11

9d ago18:11

18:11

Welcome back to the GreenEDGE Cycling Bus Chronicles Podcast! The women's team are back for episode 7 as we build up to the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift! In this episode Quinty Ton and Amber Pate discuss their late start in cycling and their unique paths into the pro peloton, the upcoming TDFF, Quinty's return from injury, Amber's love of rice …

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Ep 488 No Wheels 47:39

10d ago47:39

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This week with the Tour right around the corner we talk rail bikes, Zwift bikes and mountain bikes. And of course, we perfectly break down all the Swiss action and why it means a Austrian on a French team will win the TDF. This podcast is supported by the generous and amazing donors to the Wide Angle Podium Network. Find us, and other fantastic cyc…

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People Behind a WorldTour Team | Press Officer, Storyteller, and Communication Coach 28:09

10d ago28:09

28:09

In our series profiling the team behind the riders, it’s all about communication activations, social media, partner marketing campaigns, and mental health awareness. You might have caught a glimpse of today’s guest in the background during rider interviews at races and Grand Tours. His name is Phil Lowe, Press Officer for one of the sport’s biggest…

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The Wrap | Ep.94 | Unbound Zwifters! Watopia Expansion, Zwift Ride - The Wrap Ep. #94 1:44:58

11d ago1:44:58

1:44:58

Join Nathan Guerra and co-host Anna Russell for The Wrap: A show rounding up all things Zwift from the last week - racing, events, tech, fashion, you name it! - FTP-ing on the Grade - The Zwift Ride - amazing or average? - Pookie joins the show to chat streaming and Unbound adventures Website: https://www.zwiftcommunitylive.com/ - for all workout f…

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Embrace Every Moment Alison Jackson 46:18

15d ago46:18

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Whether she’s bringing good vibes to the squad on race day, hyping up her teammates in the peloton, or making new friends while at home in Girona, community is what matters most to EF Education-Cannondale’s Alison Jackson. Join Alison and Dominique Powers for episode three of Embrace Every Moment.By Wahoo Fitness

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Tour de France form check 42:37

16d ago42:37

42:37

On this week's Placeholders, Jonny Long and Kit Nicholson join Caley Fretz to do a form check of the big contenders ahead of the Tour de France and field a few questions from members. Escape Collective's podcasts are made possible by our members. Head on over to escapecollective.com/member to support this show and everything else on our podcast net…

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Ep 487 Sock Sponsor 58:23

18d ago58:23

58:23

This week Tim visits Matt in the city beautiful Minneapolis for a very special episode. Will Roglic win the tour, where did Gee come from and Socks. Plus, Tims racing program revealed. This podcast is supported by the generous and amazing donors to the Wide Angle Podium Network. Find us, and other fantastic cycling podcasts on the Wide Angle Podium…

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road.cc CANCELLED by Ineos! What happened when we tried to take pics of the new Pinarello Dogma + Does cycling policy need a reset after the election? 1:13:24

21d ago1:13:24

1:13:24

Oi, you there! You can’t record your podcast around here… We’ve got a special bonus Dauphiné and election edition of the road.cc Podcast this week, because surely you didn’t think we were going to ignore THAT incident, involving a seemingly super top secret new Pinarello Dogma and a stubborn British team at the key pre-Tour tune-up race, did you? S…

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Unbound Gravel 2024 42:32

22d ago42:32

42:32

Lachlan Morton, Greg Van Avermaet, Team AMANI, Sofia Gomez Villafane, and more — your Breakfast with Boz UNBOUND 2024 recap has arrived! Hear from the winners, riders, and organizers on all the excitement, preparation, and relief that goes alongside participating in gravel cycling's marquee event.By Wahoo Fitness

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Unbounding toward the Tour de France 50:17

23d ago50:17

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Dane Cash and Jonny Long join Caley Fretz on this week's Placeholders to discuss Unbound, Unchained, and the unmistakeable approach of the Tour de France as the Critérium du Dauphiné gets underway. Escape Collective's podcasts are made possible by our members. Head on over to escapecollective.com/member to support this show and everything else on o…

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Ep 486 Results Hack 54:52

24d ago54:52

54:52

This week we finally wrap up our award-winning Giro coverage, start the dissent into wild TDF speculation season and figure out a sure-fire way to finally get those race results onto the internet. Plus, Spencer stands up, Matt lays down some tarps and a Yurt-BOB-crap trailer story. This podcast is supported by the generous and amazing donors to the…

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The FASTEST Sprinter Duo | Tim Merlier and Bert Van Lerberghe 46:54

25d ago46:54

46:54

Born just 31 days apart in the autumn of 1992, Soudal Quick-Step's Tim Merlier and Bert Van Lerberghe are a duo whose fates have long been connected. In the first bunch sprint of the 2024 Giro d'Italia, Tim Merlier made history by becoming the first Belgian in 46 years to win three stages in a single edition of the Giro d’Italia. With help from his…

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The Wrap | Ep.93 | Watopia Expansion "The Grade", Zwift Labs, June Zracing Series 1:09:00

26d ago1:09:00

1:09:00

Join Nathan Guerra and co-host Anna Russell for The Wrap: A show rounding up all things Zwift from the last week - racing, events, tech, fashion, you name it! - Let's dissect the "Grade", a good Veveresting attempt? - Zwift labs, what looks good, what looks average - The Dinosaur kit unlock Website: https://www.zwiftcommunitylive.com/ - for all wor…

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Ep 97: 'Tadej Pogačar Has Done Something Generational' - Giro d'Italia 2024 Recap 34:06

29d ago34:06

34:06

10 minutes, well, almost 10 minutes, was the gap Tadej Pogačar stretched out when he won the pink jersey at this year's Giro d'Italia. The Toms sit down to discuss the "generational" victory, Pogačar's secret power data, and the wider importance of time trials at Grand Tours. There's also a bold prediction for what the Slovenian will achieve in 202…

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Making our way around the National Cycle Network (and why it’s really all about the people you meet) with Laura Laker + Is active travel in Britain heading in the wrong direction? 1:16:56

29d ago1:16:56

1:16:56

For episode 78 of the road.cc Podcast, we donned our reading glasses, grabbed our bikes, and headed over to the National Cycle Network, that underfunded, unwieldy, often fractured, but very important collection of routes used by cyclists across the UK and which forms the subject of Laura Laker’s brilliant new book, Potholes and Pavements. Part one …

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Will Pogačar have anything left for the Tour? 1:02:55

1M ago1:02:55

1:02:55

Jonny Long and Ronan Mc Laughlin join Caley Fretz to discuss Pogačar's Giro effort, time trialing as a specialty, and the recovery of Vingegaard and Van Aert, and Joe Lindsey pops in to discuss Olympic selection for the United States. Escape Collective's podcasts are made possible by our members. Head on over to escapecollective.com/member to suppo…

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Levi Leipheimer 48:50

1M ago48:50

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Levi Leipheimer is a former professional cyclist and the organizer of Levi's Gran Fondo, an event in Sonoma County, CA, with an added competitive edge that's designed to bring excitement back to the American road racing scene. In this episode, Levi and Ian talk about the changing landscape of American bike racing and the opportunities to provide mo…

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Arvid de Kleijn: The next big sprint talent 38:56

1M ago38:56

38:56

In episode 109, I catch up with Arvid de Kleijn, the Dutch sprinter from Tudor Pro Cycling. In the last two years, Arvid has forged himself as one of the top sprinters in the World Tour. We discuss his unconventional journey to the top flight. Arvid explains what makes the likes of Milan, Philipsen, and Merlier a cut above the rest and how importan…

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Placeholders: King Pogačar the Benevolent, Giver of Sunnies 58:01

1M ago58:01

58:01

Kit Nicholson and Jonny Long join Caley Fretz on this week's Placeholders to discuss Pogačar's benevolent dominance, Vingegaard's tattoo, and more. Escape Collective's podcasts are made possible by our members. Head on over to escapecollective.com/member to support this show and everything else on our podcast network.…

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Ep 485 Stem Motor 1:04:03

1M ago1:04:03

1:04:03

This week we talk French amateur doping, Pogs Giro dominance US nationals. We read some more great emails, find a little bit and Atlanta Magnet man. This podcast is supported by the generous and amazing donors to the Wide Angle Podium Network. Find us, and other fantastic cycling podcasts on the Wide Angle Podium Network, at wideanglepodium.com! Ch…

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Kell O'Brien: Catching up with Kell 49:21

1M ago49:21

49:21

In episode 108, I catch up with Australia’s track and road star, Kell O‘Brien, from Jayco-AlUla. Kell and I discuss his 2024 classics season and chat about his focus for the Olympics this year in Paris. We also talked about the Giro and the current weather concerns the riders are facing. What is it like to have to ride or race in those icy conditio…

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"You’re not going to legislate away these sort of incidents": Martin Porter KC on cycling and the law + cycling and mental health for Mental Health Awareness Week 1:18:56

1M ago1:18:56

1:18:56

It's episode 77 of the road.cc Podcast, and arguably one of our most thought-provoking episodes to date. In part 1, Jack and George sit down with leading barrister Martin Porter KC on the same week that the Government announced tougher laws are set to be introduced for 'dangerous cyclists' who kill or injure. Highlighting recent high profile and ex…

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Thriving in their post-brown shorts era 59:32

2M ago59:32

59:32

Kit Nicholson, Jonny Long, and Abby Mickey join Caley Fretz to discuss Decathlon's recent success, the Intergiro, transfers in the women's peloton, and more ... Escape Collective's podcasts are made possible by our members. Head on over to escapecollective.com/member to support this show and everything else on our podcast network.…

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Jim Walmsley 49:36

2M ago49:36

49:36

Professional ultra trail runner Jim Walmlsey joins the podcast to talk about the start of his 2024 season, goals for the upcoming year, what it's like winning UTMB, and a behind-the-scenes look at how WALMSLEY | THE FILM came to life.https://youtu.be/MbXwKTZoLQ4?si=PF2cL-W2TMcohQ2bBy Wahoo Fitness

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Jensen Plowright: The Plow in 2024 1:22:55

1M ago1:22:55

1:22:55

In episode 107, I catch up with the loveable sprinter Jensen Plowright from Alpecin–Deceuninck. We catch up after a long time between drinks, and the result is very entertaining. We discuss the Giro and whether Caleb Ewan will get back to the top step this month, and Jensen explains the stresses of hectic sprint stages. We chat a bit about tech and…

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Ep 484 I Agree 1:07:10

1M ago1:07:10

1:07:10

This week we talk about the Giro, Itzulia and our legal troubles. Spencer goes through his real and fictional bike swap purchases, and we review some non-weird Fallraven/Spec collaboration merch. This podcast is supported by the generous and amazing donors to the Wide Angle Podium Network. Find us, and other fantastic cycling podcasts on the Wide A…

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The Wrap | Ep.92 | Guest Matt Janssen SISU - Zwift Price Increase 1:35:44

2M ago1:35:44

1:35:44

Join Nathan Guerra and co-host Anna Russell for The Wrap: A show rounding up all things Zwift from the last week - racing, events, tech, fashion, you name it! - Special guest Matt Janssen talks about Zwift club SISU, their ethos, and all the upcoming community events they have on offer - Zwift price increase, the team goes deep on this Website: htt…

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Embrace Every Moment Elynor Backstedt and Ellen Van Dijk 41:59

2M ago41:59

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In the second episode of the Embrace Every Moment podcast takeover, Dominique Powers goes inside the women’s pro peloton for a chat with Lidl-Trek’s Ellen Van Dijk and Elynor Bäckstedt on how family plays a crucial role in training and racing at the highest level.By Wahoo Fitness

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The Giro's Happy Gilmore 49:30

2M ago49:30

49:30

On this week's Placeholders, Kit Nicholson and Jonny Long join Caley Fretz to talk Tadej Pogačar's Giro approach, Demi Vollering's Nike deal, and more. Escape Collective's podcasts are made possible by our members. Head on over to escapecollective.com/member to support this show and everything else on our podcast network.…

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Jai Hindley: 2024 catch up! 47:38

2M ago47:38

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In episode 106, I catch up with Jai Hindley, the winner of the 2022 Giro d’Italia. He is also known as the Prince of Perth. Jai and I catch up on what has been happening in his life this year, including his new contract extension with Bora-Hansgrohe. We discuss the major factors Jai considered during the negotiations and the importance of being abl…

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Ep 483 Pantone Matched 58:59

2M ago58:59

58:59

The week we the Giro started and ended with Pog taking pink. Demi bossed the mountains from the front and took all the red. We give out a belt, disagree on another and tell you all our fears. This podcast is supported by the generous and amazing donors to the Wide Angle Podium Network. Find us, and other fantastic cycling podcasts on the Wide Angle…

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Dave McKenzie: 2024 Giro d'Italia Preview 50:21

2M ago50:21

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In episode 105, I catch up with Giro stage winner, SBS commentator and my good mate Dave McKenzie to discuss some hot topics ahead of this year’s Giro d’Italia. Macca and I discuss the “dominance vs. entertainment” theme referring to Pogacar’s likely sweep of the Giro GC and speculate about Sam Welsford’s surprising exclusion from the Bora Hansgroh…

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Ep 96: Spring Classics Review & A Brief Giro d'Italia Preview 34:37

2M ago34:37

34:37

Ahead of the first Grand Tour of the season, the Toms take a moment to reflect on this year's Spring Classics and pick out their favourite races of the season so far. There's time for a game of 'Who Came Second?' before finally, a brief look ahead to the Giro d'Italia, and the narratives to look out for in Italy. Will Tadej Pogačar storm his way to…

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Is cycling treated fairly in the media? BBC AntiSocial goes cycling discussed with ‘the cyclist' + the future of indoor bike racing with IndieVelo's founder 1:04:38

2M ago1:04:38

1:04:38

In episode 76 of the road.cc Podcast, we're talking about... another podcast! Well, we'd like to think it goes a bit deeper than that, because our discussion with Lauren O'Brien - representing 'the cyclist' in a recent debate title 'Should cyclists stay in their lane?' with researcher and journalist James Woudhuysen - delves into how cycling is gen…

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Bus Chronicles Podcast - Episode 6 - The giggle twins - Ingvild Gåskjenn & Caroline Andersson 13:23

2M ago13:23

13:23

Welcome back to the GreenEDGE Cycling Bus Chronicles Podcast! On episode 6, the women's team take the microphone. Ingvild Gåskjenn and Caroline Andersson talk about Ingvild's meme status after those memorable photos at the Amstel Gold Race, Marco Pinotti's caffeine ban ahead of the Vuelta Femenina TTT, and ask which is the better Scandinavian count…

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Who will win the Giro? 1:00:26

2M ago1:00:26

1:00:26

On this week's podcast, the crew looks ahead to the Giro d'Italia, where Tadej Pogačar looks like the favorite on a course that should provide wire-to-wire excitement. Escape Collective's podcasts are made possible by our members. Head on over to escapecollective.com/join to support this show and everything else on our podcast network.…

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GIRO d'ITALIA | Pantani's Legendary Attack To Oropa, Hampsten's Epic Day on Gavia, Castelli Innovations 14:40

2M ago14:40

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The 107th Giro d’Italia kicks off on Saturday, promising three weeks of breathtaking climbs, scenic views, and, above all, great racing. In this episode, we'll delve into some iconic moments in Giro history; the first Maglia Rosa, Marco Pantani's legendary attack to Oropa in 1999, Andy Hampsten's epic day on Passo Gavia in 1988, and Castelli's inno…

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Alison Tetrick 1:00:31

2M ago1:00:31

1:00:31

Alison Tetrick is former professional road cyclist and winner for the Unbound Gravel 200. Alison is still competitive while focusing more effort on the advancement and equality of women's cycling.By Wahoo Fitness

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Vasilis Anastopoulos: Mark Cavendish's coach 39:18

2M ago39:18

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In episode 104, I catch up with the man behind Mark Cavendish’s comeback to success, his coach, Vasilis Anastapolous, AKA “Vasi”. In Cavendish’s own words, Vasilis was the catalyst for Mark Cavendish’s return to success when they were introduced to each other at the beginning of 2021. Vasi and I discuss his training philosophy and what it is like t…

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Ep 482 The Hotdogger 1:22:17

2M ago1:22:17

1:22:17

This week Tim finds a race made for him while Spencer and Matt don't like Vegan hot dogs. We talk La Vuelta Femenina TTT, Romandie TT and a bunch of sad brand news. Plus, Tim gets new garage door openers!!! thehotdogger.org This podcast is supported by the generous and amazing donors to the Wide Angle Podium Network. Find us, and other fantastic cy…

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Bus Chronicles Podcast - Episode 5 - Romandie Ramble - Luke Plapp & Chris Juul-Jensen 13:20

2M ago13:20

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Welcome back to the GreenEDGE Cycling Bus Chronicles Podcast! For episode 5 the pod returns to its rightful home, the bus! In this episode Chris Juul-Jensen and Luke Plapp breakdown Plappy’s impressive third place ride on stage two of the Tour de Romandie, what’s next for Plappy, football (soccer) vs AFL chat, some Switzerland countryside sightseei…

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How do you solve a problem like Pogačar? 51:07

2M ago51:07

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With Classics season in the rearview mirror, Kit Nicholson, Dane Cash, and Ronan Mc Laughlin join Caley Fretz on this week's Placeholders to ponder whether anything can or should be done to make it harder for riders to attack from so far out.By Escape Collective

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CLASSIC CLIMBS | Rocacorba: The Most Celebrated Climb Never Used in a Pro Race 57:35

2M ago57:35

57:35

In this episode, I caught up with multiple South African champion Ashleigh Moolman Pasio. We talked about how she ended up in Banyoles near Girona, the Rocacorba Cycling business, her QOM Strava record on the famous Rocacorba climb near Girona, and the challenge she set herself to get the best women's time below 30 minutes. Ashleigh will share her …

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Esteban Chaves: The Australian Colombian 42:45

2M ago42:45

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In episode 103, I chat with the smiling Colombian Esteban Chaves. Esteban shot to fame in 2014 as a likeable and endearing character while riding for Greenedge Cycling. He has podiumed the Giro d’italia and the Vuelta Espana, winning numerous grand tour stages and a monument at Il Lombardia. In this episode, Esteban and I discuss the traditional de…

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Ep 481 $75 Bucks 1:20:01

2M ago1:20:01

1:20:01

This week Tim has the Time of his life at Sea Otter. Kona sets up and leaves, Fleche was actually interesting, and Liege was how you thought. We read a bunch of great emails, talk paint and finally find a plumber we can trust. This podcast is supported by the generous and amazing donors to the Wide Angle Podium Network. Find us, and other fantastic…

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E47 | Erik Lee DGDC | Alpe De Zwift Madness | Draft like a PRO | Spring Training | Quiz + more 1:33:48

2M ago1:33:48

1:33:48

Welcome back to the Number #1 Zwift/Cycling/Racing podcast on Youtube Episode No. 47 #party #celebration Finally Erik Lee from @DontGetDroppedCycling joins us on the show to talk all things Zwift, streaming and IRL riding. In this week's show: 1) We recap @RyanCondon's Alpe Du Zwift madness. Did he beat his PB?? 2) Rob give us a masterclass on how …

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The Wrap | Ep.91 | Guest Kevin Opele - Game Update Version 1.63 - XP express Surprise Events 1:36:18

2M ago1:36:18

1:36:18

Join Nathan Guerra and co-host Anna Russell for The Wrap: A show rounding up all things Zwift from the last week - racing, events, tech, fashion, you name it! - Special guest Kevin Opele talks about what is coming up in the Southern Hemisphere eSport racing scene - New route badges and braking fixed in the latest Zwift update - How do we get an eSp…

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